Things to do with kids in Charlotte, NC
213 fun places to go with kids in Charlotte, from rainy-day indoor spots to parks, zoos, camps, and holiday events. Every place is ranked by real parent ratings and reviews, so you can pick a weekend outing or a plan for today in minutes.
53 places
Indoor things to do with kids in Charlotte
Museum Kids Activities The Mint Museum – Uptown
4.7(2,283)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2283 reviewsat Levine Center for the Arts, 500 S Tryon St, Charlotte
Arcades Super Abari Game Bar
4.7(1,628)4.7 out of 5 stars, 1628 reviews1015 Seigle Ave, Charlotte
Arcades Dave & Buster's Concord
4.0(5,350)4.0 out of 5 stars, 5350 reviews8361 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord
Arcades Spare Time Huntersville
4.3(2,766)4.3 out of 5 stars, 2766 reviews16317 Statesville Rd, Huntersville
Arcades Pins Mechanical Co
4.5(1,611)4.5 out of 5 stars, 1611 reviews307 W Tremont Ave, Charlotte
Arcades Dave & Buster's Pineville
4.1(3,232)4.1 out of 5 stars, 3232 reviews11049 Carolina Pl Pkwy Suite LS-05, Pineville
Best Indoor Playgrounds Playland Indoor Playground + Café
4.7(780)4.7 out of 5 stars, 780 reviews2700 Gray Fox Rd, Monroe
Arcades Activate Games
4.9(508)4.9 out of 5 stars, 508 reviews1848 Galleria Blvd Suite L, Charlotte
79 places
Outdoor things to do with kids in Charlotte
Zoos for Kids Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
4.7(21,358)4.7 out of 5 stars, 21358 reviews500 Wildlife Pkwy, Columbia
Amusement Parks Carowinds
4.4(30,281)4.4 out of 5 stars, 30281 reviewsNorth Carolina, USA
Petting Zoos Lazy 5 Ranch
4.6(6,119)4.6 out of 5 stars, 6119 reviews15100 Mooresville Rd, Mooresville
Kayaking for Kids McDowell Nature Preserve
4.7(2,900)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2900 reviews15222 York Rd, Charlotte
Petting Zoos Zootastic Park
4.5(4,008)4.5 out of 5 stars, 4008 reviews448 Pilch Rd, Troutman
Zoos for Kids Tiger World
4.6(2,702)4.6 out of 5 stars, 2702 reviews4400 Cook Rd, Rockwell
Hiking with Kids McAlpine Creek Park
4.7(2,129)4.7 out of 5 stars, 2129 reviews8711 Monroe Rd, Charlotte
Amusement Parks Afterburn
4.8(1,466)4.8 out of 5 stars, 1466 reviews14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte
81 places
Seasonal things to do with kids in Charlotte
Christmas Events for Kids U.S. National Whitewater Center
4.7(10,532)4.7 out of 5 stars, 10532 reviews5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Breakout Games
4.9(7,045)4.9 out of 5 stars, 7045 reviews11025 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Freedom Park
4.8(7,836)4.8 out of 5 stars, 7836 reviews1908 East Blvd, Charlotte
Easter Holiday Activities Concord Mills
4.4(16,006)4.4 out of 5 stars, 16006 reviews8111 Concord Mills Boulevard #636, Concord
Easter Holiday Activities NASCAR Hall of Fame
4.7(7,124)4.7 out of 5 stars, 7124 reviews400 E M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Charlotte
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Romare Bearden Park
4.7(5,813)4.7 out of 5 stars, 5813 reviews300 S Church St, Charlotte
Halloween Kids Activities Exit Strategy
4.9(2,968)4.9 out of 5 stars, 2968 reviews4215 Stuart Andrew Blvd B, Charlotte
New Year's Eve Kids Activities Discovery Place Science
4.6(4,796)4.6 out of 5 stars, 4796 reviews168 W 6th St Explore More Collections, Charlotte
Parent questions
Kids activities in Charlotte: FAQ
What are the best things to do with kids in Charlotte?
Top-rated family activities in Charlotte include The Mint Museum – Uptown, Super Abari Game Bar, Dave & Buster's Concord, Spare Time Huntersville, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden. Rankings combine star ratings with the number of parent reviews.
What can kids do indoors in Charlotte on a rainy or cold day?
Popular indoor options in Charlotte include The Mint Museum – Uptown, Super Abari Game Bar, Dave & Buster's Concord. See all 53 indoor places for kids in Charlotte on this site.
What are fun outdoor places to go with kids in Charlotte?
Families in Charlotte rate Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Carowinds, Lazy 5 Ranch among the best outdoor spots for kids.
What seasonal and holiday activities are there for kids in Charlotte?
Seasonal favorites in Charlotte include U.S. National Whitewater Center, Breakout Games, Freedom Park, plus summer camps, fall festivals, and holiday events that change through the year.
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