Smarty Scoop on Weekend Activities March 22-24 – Charlotte Smarty Pants
Charlotte Fair
Location: Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy S, Concord, NC
Date: March 21 – April 1
Details: The 14th Annual Charlotte Fair is back and brings entertainment, rides, food, and fun for the entire family.
South CLT Egg Hunt
Location: Ballantyne Elementary School, 15425 Scholastic Drive, Charlotte, NC
Date: March 23, 10am
Details: 4,000 eggs await you and your family at Ballantyne Elementary School. Enjoy a morning of fun with bouncy houses, food, drinks, raffles, and an Easter egg hunt!
Pick Your Own Flowers
Location: Howard Family Farm, 250 Crater Road, Harmony, NC
Date: Daily, weather permitting
Details: Come visit the Howard Family Farm, explore the farm, and cut your own tulips!
Blumenthal Performing Arts
Location: 130 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC
Details: Blumenthal Performing Arts presents the largest Broadway season in the Carolinas, with more than 18 weeks of Broadway shows annually. Enjoy a variety of special attractions and festivals, from concerts to comedy, to dance to the Charlotte Jazz Festival.
Discovery Place Science
Location: 301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC
Details: Discovery Place Science is an innovative, hands-on museum that encourages scientific exploration and creativity. Check out the new IMAX experience for an immersive moviegoing experience.
Discovery Place Nature
Location: 1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC
Details: Discovery Place Nature offers hands-on programming, exhibits, and classes for visitors to get close to wildlife and experience nature.
Discovery Place Kids
Location: 105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC
Details: Discovery Place Kids is a regional children’s museum with developmentally-appropriate experiences for interactive learning through imagination and fun.
South End Gallery Crawl
Location: Historic South End
Details: South End is home to a vast array of art, from fine art galleries to colorful public murals. Explore the local art scene on South End First Friday, with galleries and shops offering extended hours and special receptions.
South End Market at Atherton Mill
Location: 2140 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC
Date: Every Saturday, 8am-1pm
Details: Find local produce, fresh fish, handmade pasta, and more at the South End Market. Enjoy live music and a vibrant energy to kick off your weekend.
Kids Skate Free
Location: Kate’s Skate – Indian Trail, 14500 E. Independence Blvd, Indian Trail, NC
Details: Sign up your kids to skate during Kate’s Skating Rink Kids Skate Free on select days/times during the week.
The Schiele Museum of Natural History
Location: 1500 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC
Details: The Schiele Museum of Natural History is now open, inspiring curiosity and understanding of science and the natural world through educational programs, exhibits, and research.
Mecklenburg County Library Virtual Events
Details: Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Library for a wide range of virtual programming for children, teens, and adults. Access daily appointments for Reading Buddies and Tutoring and Enrichment for school-age children.
Stay informed and entertained this weekend with a variety of activities in and around Charlotte. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly fun, cultural experiences, or hands-on learning, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!