What’s Happening for Free: Family Events in the Charlotte, NC
Looking for fun and free events happening in and around Charlotte? You’re in the right place! This list is updated almost daily with local events where your family can play, explore, and make memories — without opening your wallet. From outdoor concerts and storytimes to seasonal festivals and community celebrations, these events are easy to enjoy and perfect for all ages.
Bookmark this list and check back often — we’re always adding new ways to have fun for free!
Free Events
| Date/Time | Event | |
|---|---|---|
| 🆓 | October 10, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
JC Penney Kids Zone
|
| 🆓 | October 10, 2026
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm |
Lights, Camera, Birkdale
at Birkdale Village, Huntersville NC |
| 🆓 | October 10, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Movies in the Park: Belmont, NC
at stowe park, Belmont |
| 🆓 | October 13, 2026
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Free Tuesday
at Schiele Museum, Gastonia NC |
| 🆓 | October 16, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | October 17, 2026
8:00 am - 11:00 am |
Cars and Coffee at the Charlotte Motor Speedway
at Charlotte Motor Speedway, concord |
| 🆓 | October 17, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Lowe’s DIY Workshop FREE In-Store Event
|
| 🆓 | October 17, 2026
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm |
Concerts @ the Circles
at Davidson Jetton Street, Davidson |
| 🆓 | October 23, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | October 24, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Free Recycling Class (Ages 6-14)
at The Innovation Barn, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | October 30, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | October 31, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Movies in the Park: Belmont, NC
at stowe park, Belmont |
| 🆓 | November 6, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | November 7, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
Home Depot In Store Kids Workshop
|
| 🆓 | November 7, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Movies in the Park: Belmont, NC
at stowe park, Belmont |
| 🆓 | November 10, 2026
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
Free Tuesday
at Schiele Museum, Gastonia NC |
| 🆓 | November 13, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | November 14, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm |
Lowe’s DIY Workshop FREE In-Store Event
|
| 🆓 | November 14, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm |
JC Penney Kids Zone
|
| 🆓 | November 20, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | November 21, 2026
8:00 am - 11:00 am |
Cars and Coffee at the Charlotte Motor Speedway
at Charlotte Motor Speedway, concord |
| 🆓 | November 21, 2026
10:00 am - 11:30 am |
Free Recycling Class (Ages 6-14)
at The Innovation Barn, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | November 21, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Movies in the Park: Belmont, NC
at stowe park, Belmont |
| 🆓 | November 27, 2026
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
Betty Bookworms Storytime and Coffee
at Moxie Mercantile, Charlotte |
| 🆓 | November 28, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm |
Movies in the Park: Belmont, NC
at stowe park, Belmont |
Did you love this list? There’s a lot more to explore.
- Free Things to Do Near Charlotte: a list of great things to do that are free or very cheap
- Find more family-friendly events on our Kidding Around Charlotte Calendar