Have you ever dreamed of visiting a secret garden? Serenity Garden is a true hidden gem in South Charlotte. It's a woodland oasis at the Reames … [Read more...] about Serenity Garden — a hidden garden in South Charlotte
Outdoor Recreation
Fairies in the Forest: A Twilight Family Event in an Enchanted Illuminated Forest August 23
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, 9090 Craver Road, provides the setting for Fairies in the Forest: A Twilight Family Event in an Enchanted Illuminated … [Read more...] about Fairies in the Forest: A Twilight Family Event in an Enchanted Illuminated Forest August 23
Walk Through an Enchanted Forest at Purser-Hulsey Park in Matthews
You might not know that there's an Enchanted Forest near Charlotte, but once you visit Purser-Hulsey Park, at 13201 Phillips Road, Matthews, North … [Read more...] about Walk Through an Enchanted Forest at Purser-Hulsey Park in Matthews
Family Fun Day at Cabela’s
Cabela's, at 1000 Cabelas Drive, Fort Mill, South Carolina, is hosting a Family Fun Day on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The free … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day at Cabela’s
RiverFest 2024: live music, kayaking, kids’ activities, more July 20
RiverFest is a family friendly festival presented by Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation. It takes place on the banks of the Catawba River, at Kevin Loftin … [Read more...] about RiverFest 2024: live music, kayaking, kids’ activities, more July 20
New art brightens pedestrian tunnel under I-77 in Huntersville — plus, learn about new section of Torrence Creek Greenway
Pedestrians and bike-riders have new paths to explore in Huntersville, and more connectivity than ever. NCDOT's I-77 express lanes project near Exit … [Read more...] about New art brightens pedestrian tunnel under I-77 in Huntersville — plus, learn about new section of Torrence Creek Greenway
Riverwalk in Hickory — scenic, overland and overwater views of Catawba River
The Riverwalk in Hickory, North Carolina provides a path accessible to pedestrians, bicyclists, those pushing strollers, and wheelchair-users along … [Read more...] about Riverwalk in Hickory — scenic, overland and overwater views of Catawba River
Boat Rental in Charlotte: 12 ways to get out on the water if you don’t own a boat
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Spring is here and the water is calling. There's nothing better than to be out on a boat in the spring and summer summer, whether the boat is a kayak, … [Read more...] about Boat Rental in Charlotte: 12 ways to get out on the water if you don’t own a boat
Evergreen Nature Preserve: walk through an unspoiled hardwood forest right in Charlotte
Over the last few years we've explored a lot of greenways, parks, nature preserves and hiking trails. We've especially enjoyed natural places to be … [Read more...] about Evergreen Nature Preserve: walk through an unspoiled hardwood forest right in Charlotte
NC Trail Days in Elkin May 30 to June 2, 2024
The town of Elkin is holding the 4th annual NC Trail Days from May 30 to June 2, 2024. This festival celebrates the outdoors, the NC Mountains to … [Read more...] about NC Trail Days in Elkin May 30 to June 2, 2024
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