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.
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
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
Last weekend for 50% off deal at Carowinds
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UPDATE: You have through September 1, 2025, to use these deals. Carowinds has two special deals available on Groupon right now. With this deal, you … [Read more...] about Last weekend for 50% off deal at Carowinds
Stowe Gardens: $5 admission on Friday evenings this summer
Gardens at Stowe, 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is offering a special discount on Friday evenings this summer. Every Friday … [Read more...] about Stowe Gardens: $5 admission on Friday evenings this summer
