Hot Glass Alley is Charlotte's first hot glass art studio. It's at 438 Atando Avenue, Charlotte, North Carolina. It's north of Uptown, between Graham … [Read more...] about Free glass blowing demo at Hot Glass Alley Apr. 17
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Free and cheap things to do around Charlotte during Spring Break 2026
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Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are on Spring Break, including weekends, from Friday, April 3, to Sunday, April 12, 2026. Other school districts might … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do around Charlotte during Spring Break 2026
Tuck Fest April 24-26 — live music, clinics and competitions
The Whitewater Center's very popular music and outdoors festival, Tuck Fest, is planned for spring of 2026. The Whitewater Center is at 5000 … [Read more...] about Tuck Fest April 24-26 — live music, clinics and competitions
Kings Mountain: Earth Day at the Gateway Trail April 18
The City of Kings Mountain is hosting Earth Day at the Gateway Trail on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., on the Kings Mountain … [Read more...] about Kings Mountain: Earth Day at the Gateway Trail April 18
Earth Day with Kids in Nature Day in Matthews Apr. 25
Earth Day with Kids in Nature Day is a special event to get kids (and adults) having fun outside. It takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10 … [Read more...] about Earth Day with Kids in Nature Day in Matthews Apr. 25
Free Spring Break Activities at IKEA Charlotte
IKEA, at 8300 IKEA Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting several events during Spring Break of 2026. These are FREE events just for IKEA … [Read more...] about Free Spring Break Activities at IKEA Charlotte
Birkdale Buds — free activities for kids, starting Apr. 8
Birkdale Buds is a series of fun, interactive events for preschool-aged kids. It takes place every Wednesday morning, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., from … [Read more...] about Birkdale Buds — free activities for kids, starting Apr. 8
Friday Flicks in Indian Trail April 10: Lilo & Stitch
The Town of Indian Trail is offering a series of free outdoor movies called Friday Flicks. We don't have information on the whole series yet, but we … [Read more...] about Friday Flicks in Indian Trail April 10: Lilo & Stitch
Levine Museum of the New South: Little Explorers Mini Family Day Apr. 18
Levine Museum of the New South is presenting Little Explorers Mini Family Day: Spring Into the Past on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10 to 11:30 … [Read more...] about Levine Museum of the New South: Little Explorers Mini Family Day Apr. 18
Tips For Coming To Charlotte SHOUT! — including where to park
Thinking about coming to Uptown Charlotte for Charlotte SHOUT? Read on for some information and tips that will help you make the most of your visit. … [Read more...] about Tips For Coming To Charlotte SHOUT! — including where to park
