The Mint Museum welcomes the next generation of museum-goers to explore, play, and experiment within a creative community of their peers and … [Read more...] about Free museum admission for teens through Mint Museum’s NexGen program (and more)
Museums & Attractions
Charlotte's museum scene is alive and kicking. Learn about how to visit museums and attractions for free or at a discount, and also learn about all their special events.
Noon Year’s Eve at Schiele Museum
Bring the kids to The Schiele Museum, 1500 East Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina, for an early New Year's Eve party. Noon Year's Eve is … [Read more...] about Noon Year’s Eve at Schiele Museum
Kwanzaa Celebration at the Gantt Center Dec. 27
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture is presenting a Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 4 … [Read more...] about Kwanzaa Celebration at the Gantt Center Dec. 27
North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 15 to 19
North Carolina Zoo is offering a special discount, Jingle in the Jungle, from December 15 to 19, 2025. Admission is just $5 per person. It's normally … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo: just $5 from Dec 15 to 19
Free days at Charlotte museums
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Museums on the cheap? Yes, if you know the schedule. Several Charlotte area museums have free days. Some of the free days are for everyone, some are … [Read more...] about Free days at Charlotte museums
Holidays on the Homesite — free family-friendly event at Charlotte Museum of History
Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, is presenting Holidays on the Homesite on Friday, December 12, 2025, from … [Read more...] about Holidays on the Homesite — free family-friendly event at Charlotte Museum of History
12th Annual Winter Native American Art & Craft Festival in Lancaster, SC on Dec. 6
Native American Studies Center is in Lancaster, South Carolina, about an hour's drive from the center of Charlotte. It's about a 25 minute drive from … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Winter Native American Art & Craft Festival in Lancaster, SC on Dec. 6
Discovery Place Membership Black Friday Deal: Save 20%
Discovery Place has a Black Friday deal going on through December 1, 2025. Save 20% on any membership. This includes membership to Discovery Place … [Read more...] about Discovery Place Membership Black Friday Deal: Save 20%
Sullenberger Aviation Museum free for active military and their families Nov. 26
Sullenberger Aviation Museum, 4108 Minuteman Way, Charlotte, North Carolina, is offering FREE admission for active military and their families on … [Read more...] about Sullenberger Aviation Museum free for active military and their families Nov. 26
SNAP and WIC recipients get $3 admission Discovery Place Science — plus, learn about other discounts to the museum
Looking for discounts to Discovery Place Science? You're not alone! Read on for several ways to save money at Discovery Place Science. Discovery … [Read more...] about SNAP and WIC recipients get $3 admission Discovery Place Science — plus, learn about other discounts to the museum
