Discovery Place Science is hosting a Star Party on Friday, April 24, 2026, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. This event is part of the North Carolina Science … [Read more...] about Star Party at Discovery Place Apr. 24 — stargazing from rooftop deck, and activities inside
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.
Remember the Ladies: Living History Experience at Museum of the Waxhaws March 21
Museum of the Waxhaws, at 8215 Waxhaw Hwy, Waxhaw, North Carolina, is presenting Remember the Ladies on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 … [Read more...] about Remember the Ladies: Living History Experience at Museum of the Waxhaws March 21
The 13th Acre’s St. Patrick’s Day Haunted Attraction: Clover’s Curse March 14
On Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 7 to 10 p.m., The 13th Acre is presenting its annual St. Patrick's themed haunt. While this doesn't fall into the … [Read more...] about The 13th Acre’s St. Patrick’s Day Haunted Attraction: Clover’s Curse March 14
Wildlife @ Wing Haven March 11 — free admission
Wing Haven, 260 Ridgewood Avenue, is a local treasure, with three public gardens that are a haven for nature-seeking visitors, as well as the birds … [Read more...] about Wildlife @ Wing Haven March 11 — free admission
WWI and WWII Living History Event at Museum of the Waxhaws Feb. 28
Museum of the Waxhaws, 8215 Waxhaw Hwy, Waxhaw, North Carolina, is presenting Century of Courage: WWI & WWII Event on Saturday, February 28, 2026, … [Read more...] about WWI and WWII Living History Event at Museum of the Waxhaws Feb. 28
Fossil Fair at The Schiele Museum of Natural History Feb 28
One of the most popular events at The Schiele Museum of Natural History, 1500 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, North Carolina, is the annual one-day … [Read more...] about Fossil Fair at The Schiele Museum of Natural History Feb 28
Free admission to Mint Museum Randolph Feb. 21-22 to celebrate opening of Designing Dynamism: Kuba Textiles from the DR Congo
Designing Dynamism: Kuba Textiles from the DR Congo, The Wesley Mancini Collection opens February 21, 2026, at Mint Museum Randolph. The exhibition … [Read more...] about Free admission to Mint Museum Randolph Feb. 21-22 to celebrate opening of Designing Dynamism: Kuba Textiles from the DR Congo
Presidents Day at the Museum of the Waxhaws — free for kids
The Museum of the Waxhaws, 8215 Waxhaw Hwy, Waxhaw, North Carolina, is hosting a Presidents Day celebration on Monday, February 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. … [Read more...] about Presidents Day at the Museum of the Waxhaws — free for kids
Easter Bunny Express at N.C. Transportation Museum — tickets for sale now
The Easter Bunny is visiting the N.C. Transportation Museum, 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, for four days! Tickets are on sale now. Scroll down for … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Express at N.C. Transportation Museum — tickets for sale now
Afro Legacy Fest at Gantt Center Feb. 7
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, in partnership with La Casa de la Cultura, is presenting Afro Legacy Fest 2026 on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Afro Legacy Fest at Gantt Center Feb. 7
