Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation holds several "Learn to Ride" events at recreation centers throughout the year. At these free events, you'll … [Read more...] about Free “Learn to Ride” event on May 30: get kids started with bike riding
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6 Summer reading programs — updated for 2026
Summer reading programs can help to keep kids learning and growing through the summer. And without the pressure of school assignments, they have the … [Read more...] about 6 Summer reading programs — updated for 2026
Annual Belmont Juneteenth Celebration June 20
Celebrate Juneteenth, which marks the end of slavery in the United States, at the Belmont Juneteenth Celebration. It will take place Saturday, June … [Read more...] about Annual Belmont Juneteenth Celebration June 20
Movie Nights at Rea Farms: Elemental May 29
Rea Farms, 9855 Sandy Rock Place, Charlotte, will be hosting movie nights on Fridays in May and October, 2026. These are free events. Bring your … [Read more...] about Movie Nights at Rea Farms: Elemental May 29
Juneteenth Celebration Lawn Concert in Huntersville June 18
Dear Soul Music Co., partnered with Huntersville Parks and Rec, presents the Juneteenth Celebration at Veteran's Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Road, … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration Lawn Concert in Huntersville June 18
Carolina Theatre launches The Lost Years Movie Series
The historic, beautifully renovated Carolina Theatre, 230 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, has launched The Lost Years Vol. 2. This movie … [Read more...] about Carolina Theatre launches The Lost Years Movie Series
Camp Invention — Girls Edition — FREE! (But space is limited)
Girls entering grades K-6 are invited to a FREE 4-day STEM camp. Camp Invention -- Girls Edition takes place July 22 to 25, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 4 … [Read more...] about Camp Invention — Girls Edition — FREE! (But space is limited)
University City Juneteenth Art Fest June 19
The first University City Juneteenth Art Fest, presented by University City Partners, takes place Friday, June 19, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m., at … [Read more...] about University City Juneteenth Art Fest June 19
World Otter Day at Stevens Creek Nature Center May 27
Stevens Creek Nature Center, at 15700 Thompson Road, Mint Hill, North Carolina, is within Stevens Creek Nature Preserve. The nature center features … [Read more...] about World Otter Day at Stevens Creek Nature Center May 27
Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas June 18-21
Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of the enslavement of African-American people in the United States. It marks the day, June 19, 1865, when the … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Festival of the Carolinas June 18-21
