Smarty Scoop is proudly sponsored by Discovery Place, Discovery Place KIDS – Huntersville and The Charlotte Nature Museum.
Isabelle Santos 5K
Ballantyne Corporate Park
13860 Ballantyne Corporate Place, NC
September 20, 8:00am, All ages, Registration required
Join us this year! Saturday, September 20th for the 7th Annual Isabella Santos Foundation 5K for Kids Cancer , 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run presented by the Charlotte Checkers in Charlotte, NC. We are the fastest growing family friendly race in Charlotte providing fun for the entire family. Not a runner? Not a problem! We have an activity for everyone with food and refreshments to help keep you energized. Race participants will receive a t-shirt, official racing bib with micro chip timing system, and sponsor goodie bag. Prizes will be given to the winners for specific age categories.
Green Jeans Consignment Sale
SouthPark
2229 Tyvola Road, Charlotte, NC
September 17-20, See link for schedule, Adults, Free
Don’t miss the most talked about semi-annual consignment sales for women in Charlotte. Every Spring and Fall, sisters Cindy Williams and Dana Degan, host unforgettable shopping events that benefit everyone involved.
Green Jeans features new and gently worn brand name, boutique and designer clothing, shoes and accessories from petite to plus sizes, including maternity for Women & Teens. Shoppers have come to expect a wide array of brand name and designer labels, and fashionistas of all sizes and styles will enjoy our fun and organized shopping event – we promise.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
SCarowinds Halloween Haunt
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd. (704) 588-2600
September 19 – November 1, See link for schedule, Ages 13+ recommended, $26+
Summary: This event needs no explanation. but there are a few details that you need to know. A separate ticket is required for admittance to SCarowinds’ Halloween Haunt. This event is rated PG-13 and may be too intense for young children.
Festival in the Park
Freedom Park
2435 Cumberland Ave. , Charlotte, NC (704) 338-1060
September 19-21, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing good music, good art and good times to Charlotteans and visitors from all over. Festival in the Park was selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the month of September 2011! In past years, Festival in the Park has also been chosen as one of Sunshine Artists Magazine’s 200 BEST festivals. In years past, visitors to Festival in the Park typically exceeded 85,000 each year. However in 2013, it was estimated that 90,000 attended the Festival.
AutoFair
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy S., Concord, NC (704) 455-3267
September 19-22, See link for schedule, All ages, $10, kids under 13 free with adult
Summary: This Thursday through Sunday, thousands of families and car enthusiasts will pour into Charlotte Motor Speedway for a full weekend of automobiles and entertainment at the AutoFair. The four-day extravaganza will feature the largest display of exotics in the history of Autofair, a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the GTO, a DockDogs canine aquatics diving contest, Terracross UTV racing and much more.
Dakota and Friends
ImaginOn: The Joe and Joan Martin Center
300 E. 7th St., Charlotte, NC (704) 416-4600
September 19, 11:30am, All ages, Free
Summary: Real” dinosaurs! Join us at ImaginOn to meet and interact with Dakota, pet a baby T-Rex and enjoy the antics of the Triceratops Rex.
Fiddle ‘n Pig Shindig Annual BBQ & Bluegrass Festival
Dairy Barn Lawn Anne Springs Greenway
288 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill, S.C. (803) 547-4575
September 19-20, See link for schedule, All ages, $5 on Friday, $6-$10 on Saturday
Summary: The 9th annual Fiddle ‘n Pig Shindig brings together the region’s best bluegrass musicians and BBQ connoisseurs for a weekend of music, food and fun. Mark your calendar for Sept. 19th & 20th.
Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze
Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-3113
September 12 – November 2, See link for schedule, All ages, $7 – $15
Summary: This Fall starting September 12th and lasting until November 2nd! There’s more than enough fun and confusion for all! Get lost in our giant seven acre corn maze featuring over two miles of interconnecting paths. One of the largest in the Southeast, our maze is sure to please! Looking for an even bigger challenge? Traverse the maze in the dark during one of our famous Family Friendly Friday Night Mazes!
Meet The Octonauts
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC (866) 229-1573
September 6-28, See link for schedule, All ages, $14+ includes admission to aquarium
Summary: Sound the Octo-Alert! THE OCTONAUTS are diving under the sea at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord! Enjoy one on one meet and greet opportunities with Captain Barnacles and Peso from the hit TV show and Octo-themed activities throughout the day. Octonaut character meet and greets occur daily from 11:00am- 6:00pm in the SEA LIFE Education and Activity Room located next the Children’s Play area. Captain Barnacles and Peso will appear in rotation.
Foodtruck Friday
Southend
1613 Camden Road Charlotte, NC
September 19, 5:00pm – 9:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Every Friday night, Charlotte’s favorite food trucks gather on the lot at the corner of Park and Camden in the Historic South End. These aren’t the roach coaches of yesteryear! The nationwide revolution of the food truck industry has hit Charlotte, and we’ve got an ever-growing community of trucks that cater to your every taste. From burgers to tacos to soul food to cupcakes to ice cream and everything in between…there’s something for everyone. Meeting every Friday night since February 2012, Food Truck Fridays have taken the city by storm. Periodically featuring entertainment as well, the crowds have swelled to over 1,000 each week. We’re family and dog-friendly, too! So bring a chair, bring a blanket, BYOB, bring the kids, take the dog…it’s a neighborhood night out in a relaxed, casual atmosphere. Most of the trucks accept credit cards as well as cash. Accessible by public transportation…take the light rail to Bland Station. A good time and great food are guaranteed!
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
AutoFair
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy S., Concord, NC (704) 455-3267
September 19-22, See link for schedule, All ages, $10, kids under 13 free with adult
Summary: This Thursday through Sunday, thousands of families and car enthusiasts will pour into Charlotte Motor Speedway for a full weekend of automobiles and entertainment at the AutoFair. The four-day extravaganza will feature the largest display of exotics in the history of Autofair, a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the GTO, a DockDogs canine aquatics diving contest, Terracross UTV racing and much more.
Fiddle ‘n Pig Shindig Annual BBQ & Bluegrass Festival
Dairy Barn Lawn Anne Springs Greenway
288 Dairy Barn Lane, Fort Mill, S.C. (803) 547-4575
September 19-20, See link for schedule, All ages, $5 on Friday, $6-$10 on Saturday
Summary: The 9th annual Fiddle ‘n Pig Shindig brings together the region’s best bluegrass musicians and BBQ connoisseurs for a weekend of music, food and fun. Mark your calendar for Sept. 19th & 20th.
SCarowinds Halloween Haunt
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd. (704) 588-2600
September 19 – November 1, See link for schedule, Ages 13+ recommended, $26+
Summary: This event needs no explanation. but there are a few details that you need to know. A separate ticket is required for admittance to SCarowinds’ Halloween Haunt. This event is rated PG-13 and may be too intense for young children.
Festival in the Park
Freedom Park
2435 Cumberland Ave. , Charlotte, NC (704) 338-1060
September 19-21, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing good music, good art and good times to Charlotteans and visitors from all over. Festival in the Park was selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the month of September 2011! In past years, Festival in the Park has also been chosen as one of Sunshine Artists Magazine’s 200 BEST festivals. In years past, visitors to Festival in the Park typically exceeded 85,000 each year. However in 2013, it was estimated that 90,000 attended the Festival.
Meet The Octonauts
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC (866) 229-1573
September 6-28, See link for schedule, All ages, $14+ includes admission to aquarium
Summary: Sound the Octo-Alert! THE OCTONAUTS are diving under the sea at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord! Enjoy one on one meet and greet opportunities with Captain Barnacles and Peso from the hit TV show and Octo-themed activities throughout the day. Octonaut character meet and greets occur daily from 11:00am- 6:00pm in the SEA LIFE Education and Activity Room located next the Children’s Play area. Captain Barnacles and Peso will appear in rotation.
Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze
Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-3113
September 12 – November 2, See link for schedule, All ages, $7 – $15
Summary: This Fall starting September 12th and lasting until November 2nd! There’s more than enough fun and confusion for all! Get lost in our giant seven acre corn maze featuring over two miles of interconnecting paths. One of the largest in the Southeast, our maze is sure to please! Looking for an even bigger challenge? Traverse the maze in the dark during one of our famous Family Friendly Friday Night Mazes!
USNWC River Jam
USNWC
5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte, NC (704) 391-3900
September 20, 7:00pm – 10:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: One of the best nights out for the money. Great music, food and entertainment for the entire family.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
Festival in the Park
Freedom Park
2435 Cumberland Ave. , Charlotte, NC (704) 338-1060
September 19-21, see link for schedule, All ages, Free
Summary: Since 1964, Festival in the Park has been bringing good music, good art and good times to Charlotteans and visitors from all over. Festival in the Park was selected as one of Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events for the month of September 2011! In past years, Festival in the Park has also been chosen as one of Sunshine Artists Magazine’s 200 BEST festivals. In years past, visitors to Festival in the Park typically exceeded 85,000 each year. However in 2013, it was estimated that 90,000 attended the Festival.
AutoFair
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy S., Concord, NC (704) 455-3267
September 19-22, See link for schedule, All ages, $10, kids under 13 free with adult
Summary: This Thursday through Sunday, thousands of families and car enthusiasts will pour into Charlotte Motor Speedway for a full weekend of automobiles and entertainment at the AutoFair. The four-day extravaganza will feature the largest display of exotics in the history of Autofair, a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the GTO, a DockDogs canine aquatics diving contest, Terracross UTV racing and much more.
SCarowinds Halloween Haunt
Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Blvd. (704) 588-2600
September 19 – November 1, See link for schedule, Ages 13+ recommended, $26+
Summary: This event needs no explanation. but there are a few details that you need to know. A separate ticket is required for admittance to SCarowinds’ Halloween Haunt. This event is rated PG-13 and may be too intense for young children.
Meet The Octonauts
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
8111 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC (866) 229-1573
September 6-28, See link for schedule, All ages, $14+ includes admission to aquarium
Summary: Sound the Octo-Alert! THE OCTONAUTS are diving under the sea at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord! Enjoy one on one meet and greet opportunities with Captain Barnacles and Peso from the hit TV show and Octo-themed activities throughout the day. Octonaut character meet and greets occur daily from 11:00am- 6:00pm in the SEA LIFE Education and Activity Room located next the Children’s Play area. Captain Barnacles and Peso will appear in rotation.
Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze
Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-3113
September 12 – November 2, See link for schedule, All ages, $7 – $15
Summary: This Fall starting September 12th and lasting until November 2nd! There’s more than enough fun and confusion for all! Get lost in our giant seven acre corn maze featuring over two miles of interconnecting paths. One of the largest in the Southeast, our maze is sure to please! Looking for an even bigger challenge? Traverse the maze in the dark during one of our famous Family Friendly Friday Night Mazes!
Davidson Concerts On the Green
Davidson’s Village Green
Main Street and Concord Road, Davidson, NC
May – September (every Sunday), 6:00pm – 8:00pm, All ages, Free
Summary: Our Concerts on the Green are a summer family favorite! Concerts take place the first and third Sunday evenings of the month from to 6:00-8:00 p.m. on the town green in front of the Davidson Public Library, at the intersection of Main Street and Concord Road. Attendees are encouraged to bring friends and family, comfy chairs or a blanket, a picnic, and to come early to find seats. Make it a date night in Davidson: Visit some of our local restaurants and shops, stroll over to the town green to enjoy some great music, take a pedicab ride around town, and enjoy dessert or a beverage.
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 875-6521
Summary: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental stewardship and the conservation of birds of prey through education, research, and the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors. As a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, CRC relies on public financial support to fulfill our mission. Supporters can release a raptor, adopt a bird, make a charitable donation, purchase a membership or sponsor a capital improvement project. CRC’s environmental education programs reach approximately 40,000 students each year. Our Raptor Trail hosts more than 35,000 visitors a year. Visit our calendar page for event times or just come and enjoy our nicely maintained trails and see all the amazing birds of prey.
Discovery Place
301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Step into a world where science is brought to life through interactive exhibits and explosive experiments during daily programs. Connect with the past and visit the future with groundbreaking exhibitions, larger-than-life IMAX Dome films and hands on activities that let you explore more. Plan your visit today. Click on the links below for detailed information on special events, featured exhibitions, featured shows and IMAX.
Featured Exhibitions: For information on all exhibitions click here.
Featured Shows: For information on all featured shows click here.
IMAX: For information on all featured movies and showtimes click here.
Discovery Place Kids – Huntersville
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Explore the theme of I CAN at Discovery Place KIDS-Huntersville. The children’s museum features developmentally-appropriate experiences that encourage imagination and offer the opportunity to build confidence while testing skills by trying new things. The exhibits, themed around a small town, allow children to learn through play.
Theme Areas: For a complete description of all nine theme areas click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete listing of all featured shows click here.
Current and Upcoming Events: For all current and upcoming events click here.
Charlotte Nature Museum
1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, NC (704) 372-6261
Summary: Bring little ones for just an hour or the whole day and experience wildlife through live animal exhibits and interactive education programs. The Museum is easy to navigate with fun surprises around every corner. Kids can roam The Great Hall and visit Beginnings, an area filled with young animals and information on their lifecycles.
Featured Exhibitions: For complete details on exhibitions and exhibits click here.
Featured Shows: For a complete schedule of show times click here.
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte
located @ Imaginon
300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC (704) 973-2800
To see the complete 2013-2014 schedule, special pricing and ways to save click here
Summary: Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has grown to become one of the top theatre and education organizations for young people in the United States. Nationally recognized for the breadth and strength of its programs, the Theatre serves 300,000 children and families a year with technically imaginative productions and wide-ranging education programs for young people.
Nothing is more valuable than the time you spend with your family. We are committed to providing your family with unforgettable memories that only live theatre can offer. On stage and in our classrooms, we will inspire wonder and excitement, nurture confidence and ignite imaginations.
