Spring in Charlotte, NC: Activities & Things to Do

Are you looking for things to do this spring in Charlotte, NC?
We have lots of family-friendly ideas to keep you and the kids busy and having fun together. Grab the camera, you’re going to be making some memories this spring.

We have lots of things to do this spring for you, including Easter Events, spring flowers, parks to explore, and lots more spring fun in Charlotte, NC

Easter in Charlotte, NC

If you’re looking for Easter Egg Hunts and other Easter activities, you’ll want to check out our Kidding Around Guide to Easter Egg Hunts in Charlotte, NC. It’s loaded with Easter Egg Hunts and events all over Charlotte and the surrounding areas. We even have some themed day trip ideas you won’t want to miss!

Don’t Miss Any of the Easter Fun

Easter Egg Hunts in Charlotte, NC.

Spring Break

If you’re looking specifically for Spring Break things to do in Charlotte, NC, we have an entire guide for that! It’s full of adventures indoors and out so you can have fun together no matter the weather, plus day trip ideas and even some unique travel ideas.

Kidding Around’s Guide to Spring Break in Charlotte, NC

Spring Activities in Charlotte, NC

Pick Flowers!

Springtime means tulips and daffodils are blooming. What better way to enjoy them than an afternoon spent at a flower farm? There are several flower farms near Charlotte, and within an easy day trip drive, where you can visit and even pick your own flowers. Make a pretty spring bouquet for your home.

Here’s where to pick your own flowers near Charlotte, NC

Play Outdoors

Looking for a place to play outside? Here are a few parks we love!

Village Park in Kannapolis has an antique carousel and a small train in addition to their fun playground. With picnic spots, restrooms on site, and paved walking trails, you can spend the whole day here.

Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park in Belmont, NC is a great spot to enjoy spring by the river. There’s a newly constructed playground on site, plus picnic areas, picnic shelters, and restrooms. Perhaps the coolest part of this park is the beautiful dock with bench swings that extend out into the river. Have your own kayak? You can launch for free from this park!

Stream Park in Ballantyne is gorgeous! And, the playground space is hugely imaginative. Here’s our review of Stream Park!

Get all our favorite parks in the Kidding Around Charlotte Guide to Parks & Playgrounds!

Go for a Hike

We LOVE heading out on a hike to see a gorgeous waterfall. It’s really one of the best ways to enjoy spring weather that we can think of. If you agree, try one of these Waterfalls near Charlotte. For something really unique, head to Western North Carolina and try this Waterfall Driving Tour.

Or, check out Anne Springs Close Greenway. You’ll find beautiful trails, events and even places to dine at this park.

Visit Crowders Mount State Park for Hikes with Amazing Views of Charlotte!

Visit ZMAX Dragway for the April NHRA Event

The NHRA Four-Wide event returns to ZMAX April 24th-26th, 2026. We got to experience an NHRA Event at ZMAX last year and it was so much fun, especially for our kids. Every ticket is a pit pass at NHRA events which means you can get close to the cars, watch the teams work and even ask questions. Kids’ tickets are just $10!

Pick Strawberries!

Want to pick your own strawberries? There are lots of places near Charlotte where you can do just that. Plus there are even more that are an easy day trip away, which means your strawberry season just got a little longer. Check out these farms with strawberry picking in Charlotte, NC!

There are lots and lots more things to do in Charlotte!

Check out our HUGE Things to Do in Charlotte Guide.

Or, try this list of FREE Things to Do in Charlotte, NC

Free Things to Do This Spring

Make some free spring crafts at Home Depot Kids Workshops.

• March 7th, 2026: Leprechaun Trap
• April 4th, 2026: Farm Planter
• May 2th, 2026: Keepsake Box

Or, try these free spring projects at Lowes FREE Kids Workshops

• March 21, 2026: Lawnmower
• April 18th, 2026: Terrarium
• May 16th, 2026: Garden Basket

From the Kidding Around Calendar: Free Events This Spring