Charlotte, NC
Find kid-friendly and family activities in Charlotte this weekend, including storytimes, festivals, parks, shows, and hands-on events.
Listings last updated Sep 13, 2026
Choose events that fit your child’s age and your family schedule. Morning storytimes, midday festivals, and evening shows each work differently around meals, naps, and bedtime.
Pair an outdoor plan with an indoor library, museum, or hands-on option. Confirm registration, caregiver rules, and weather updates at the event source before leaving.
Renovated outdoor basketball courts at an official Mecklenburg County public park, with walking loop, green space, and lighting listed on the facility page.
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Half and full outdoor basketball courts at Fred Alexander Park, plus a paved loop, outdoor workout equipment, playground, and picnic shelter.
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A public neighborhood park with a community garden, paved walking and biking loop, playground, outdoor workout equipment, basketball courts, and a picnic shelter.
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A public soccer field at Clanton Park, alongside Irwin Creek greenway access, basketball and pickleball courts, restrooms, and public Wi-Fi.
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A 70-acre public park with a traffic garden, easy access to Irwin Creek Greenway, covered playground, restrooms, public Wi-Fi, and court amenities.
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State-run year-round market for fresh produce, plants, shops, arts, crafts, and locally grown North Carolina products.
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Long-running year-round neighborhood market on Harding Place listed by Mecklenburg County Public Health.
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Volunteer-run Belmont market with regional vendors and seasonal local food.
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Get ready for an all-day immersive experience! POP.culture will host a magical market at Urban District Market on Sunday, September 13.
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Visitors of all ages can play, explore, and learn about the museum collection in the Lewis Family Gallery. This hands-on space provides a creative environment for making...
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VFW Sunday Bluegrass Jam: 2nd Sunday, 5:00-8:00 PM at VFW Post 9488, 2831 The Plaza, Charlotte. If interested just show up or email Greg Clarke at gregmclarke@gmail.com.
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Come out to a great venue in the Baxter Community of Fort Mill! We’ll be picking and singing from 5-7pm at PET PIV outside of Fish Market. Come early and enjoy the great...
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