Have you visited Grandad’s Apples? Fall is just around the corner and your family might be hunting for the perfect apple orchard! We checked out Grandad’s Apples ‘N Such and had so much fun. You’ll find activities for kids at Grandad’s Apples ‘N Such, beautiful views and, of course, apples.
Looking for some budget-friendly fall fun around Charlotte, NC? 🍁 Whether you’re staying close to home or up for a short day trip, there are tons of seasonal things to do that won’t cost a fortune. From apple picking to college gardens, we’ve pulled together a list of cheap fall activities for your family — and yep, LOTS of these are totally free!
Have you heard about Reed Gold Mine in Midland, NC? The very first gold ever discovered in the United States happened at Little Meadow Creek and what would soon become the Reed Gold Mine. Visit Little Meadow Creek, tour the underground gold mine, and try your hand at panning for gold along the creek at the site where the country’s first gold was discovered. Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site is an amazing place to visit. Admission is totally free. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your own visit to Reed Gold Mine.
This family-owned orchard in Hendersonville, NC has u-pick apples, lots of fun family activities on weekends, and pretty amazing cider and pumpkin donuts.
Do you have a kid in Charlotte, NC who is obsessed with trains?
Whether they want to climb aboard a real steam locomotive, ride a miniature train through a park, watch a model railroad in action, or hop aboard a holiday train with Santa, the Queen City and the towns around it have more train fun than you might expect. Get aboard and check out our list!
Ready for a good joust and a turkey leg? The Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace is back for another year this fall in Charlotte. Local mom Jackie tells us what to expect at Ren-Fest plus shares tip for a great experience with your family!
Ready to pick out a pumpkin or head to a pumpkin patch in Charlotte, NC?
Here’s a list of farms and pumpkin patches near Charlotte, NC to go pumpkin picking. You’ll also find pumpkin-themed day trip ideas, tips on taking your little ones to the pumpkin patch, and local pumpkin patches near Charlotte, NC.
Looking to plan some family fun this fall? We’ve rounded up the best fall festivals in and around Charlotte that offer plenty of entertainment for kids — from rodeos to hands-on science zones to dance parties in the park. Here’s what to add to your calendar!
Apple orchards in Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina are so much more than a place to fill a bag with Honeycrisps. We’re talking apple cannons, cider slushies hot-from-the-fryer cider donuts, sprawling corn mazes, wildflower fields, and live bluegrass, all within a day trip of Greenville. This guide rounds up 11 orchard activities for families, couples, and groups that don’t require reaching into a single tree.
Have you been thinking about a visit to Discovery Place Science in uptown Charlotte, NC? Our visit was amazing, as always. If you’re never been to Discovery Place Science, here’s what you’ll see! Mixed throughout you’ll find our Kidding Around® Parent Tips for the best trip!