In Charlotte, May is the beginning of the summer season. That means that free outdoor concerts are in full swing, festivals are kicking in, and … [Read more...] about Top Things to do in Charlotte in May — big list of events
Kids
Free Fun Fridays with YScholars at Johnston YMCA
On select Fridays in Spring of 2026, Yscholars is presenting Fun Fridays at Johnston YMCA from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. These are FREE events for kids up to … [Read more...] about Free Fun Fridays with YScholars at Johnston YMCA
Mount Holly Nights Concert Series returns in May
The City of Mount Holly is presenting Mount Holly Nights, a free outdoor concert series, on select Fridays in 2026. Please note that one event is on … [Read more...] about Mount Holly Nights Concert Series returns in May
South Carolina Strawberry Festival May 1-2
The Annual South Carolina Strawberry Festival takes place in nearby Fort Mill, South Carolina, May 1 and 2, 2026. It'll be at Walter Elisha Park, 345 … [Read more...] about South Carolina Strawberry Festival May 1-2
UNC Charlotte’s Star Party rescheduled to May 2
UNC Charlotte is holding a Star Party, part of North Carolina Science Festival's annual Statewide Star Party. It has been rescheduled to Saturday, May … [Read more...] about UNC Charlotte’s Star Party rescheduled to May 2
Movies in the Park at Fourth Ward Park in June
Head to Fourth Ward Park, 301 N Poplar Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, for Movies in the Park on Saturdays in June, 2026. The movies are free to … [Read more...] about Movies in the Park at Fourth Ward Park in June
Gastonia Concert Series
The Gastonia's Summer Concert Series is returning in 2026. These free concerts will take place at CaroMont Health Park and Rotary Pavilion in … [Read more...] about Gastonia Concert Series
Kaleidoscope Fest in Waxhaw May 9
The Town of Waxhaw presents Kaleidoscope Fest on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This is a free event in the Downtown Park, 301 Givens … [Read more...] about Kaleidoscope Fest in Waxhaw May 9
Titan Arum (corpse flower) blooming at UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens — go and smell it!
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens' McMillan Greenhouse is home to several Titan Arum plants. They're also known as corpse flowers because of the stench … [Read more...] about Titan Arum (corpse flower) blooming at UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens — go and smell it!
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte offering free theatre classes for kids
Children's Theatre of Charlotte is hosting FREE theatre classes for kids ages 2 to 5 years old. Celebrate creativity and explore the artist within … [Read more...] about Children’s Theatre of Charlotte offering free theatre classes for kids
