The Schiele Museum of Natural History, at 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina, has a bunch of pumpkins that need smashing. Their Pumpkin … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Chunkin’ at Schiele Museum Nov. 1
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.
Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph Oct. 26 — celebrate Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks
Party in the Park takes place at Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, on select Sundays in the spring, summer and fall … [Read more...] about Party in the Park at Mint Museum Randolph Oct. 26 — celebrate Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks
Charlotte Haunted Trails — 12 scary attractions near Charlotte updated for 2025
Plan Spooky Season with this list of haunted trails near Charlotte, North Carolina! All of the attractions listed below are within driving distance of … [Read more...] about Charlotte Haunted Trails — 12 scary attractions near Charlotte updated for 2025
Art After Dark at the Gantt Center: Across the Diaspora Oct. 24
The popular Art After Dark program returns to Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. On Friday, October 24, 2025, from 7 to 11 … [Read more...] about Art After Dark at the Gantt Center: Across the Diaspora Oct. 24
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville 15th Birthday Celebration Oct. 23
Discovery Place Kids, 105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, North Carolina, is marking 15 years of serving the community with a birthday bash on Thursday, … [Read more...] about Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville 15th Birthday Celebration Oct. 23
Free historic cooking demonstration at President James K. Polk State Historic Site in Oct. 18
President James K. Polk North Carolina State Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville, pays tribute to our 11th president and presents living … [Read more...] about Free historic cooking demonstration at President James K. Polk State Historic Site in Oct. 18
Bechtler Museum Family Day: Creative Construction — free admission Oct. 18
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting Family Day on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 … [Read more...] about Bechtler Museum Family Day: Creative Construction — free admission Oct. 18
Outlaw Acres — Brand-New Immersive Western-Themed Fall Attraction Near Charlotte
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Charlotte families looking for fun can experience the wild west by driving just a little bit southeast. Outlaw Acres, at 4601 Griffith Road, Monroe, … [Read more...] about Outlaw Acres — Brand-New Immersive Western-Themed Fall Attraction Near Charlotte
Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night: Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 3
The Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, regularly hosts a dance party called Mint 2 Move. The October Mint 2 Move … [Read more...] about Mint 2 Move Cultural Dance Night: Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 3
Free Closing Celebration for Collidoscope at Mint Museum Sept. 21 — meet the artists
Collidoscope: de la Torre Brothers Retro-Perspective is a must-see, even for those who don't normally enjoy art museums. The exhibition is at Mint … [Read more...] about Free Closing Celebration for Collidoscope at Mint Museum Sept. 21 — meet the artists
