Looking for things to do this summer in Charlotte, NC?
Don’t want to miss any of the awesome? We don’t blame you one bit!
AND, we are here with Charlotte, NC’s Summer Guide.
It is full of all the fun, things to do, and the summer info your family needs to have the best summer ever.
Swimming & Splashing Summer Fun
Don’t miss our Kidding Around review of Carrigan Farms where you can swim in the quarry!
Local Picking: Summer Charlotte, NC Produce
Summer means berries!
Go to the Beach!
Or, try one of these gorgeous mountain beaches near the Upstate and in Western North Carolina.
Celebrate the 4th of July
Time for Fireworks! Here’s Where to Celebrate 4th of July in Charlotte
Have & Learn Something New
Don’t let them be bored this summer!
Take a Break From the Sun
Too hot? Play indoors!
Check out all your options with Charlotte’s Biggest Indoor Guide.
See a movie!
Catch a free movie at one of these outdoor movie events!
Or, head to the Big E for a super summer movie deal.
$5 Movies In Gaffney, SC at The Big E
More than just a movie ticket! The $5 package includes one summer series movie viewing, popcorn, soda, and a $2 game card making this one well worth the hour drive from Charlotte!
The $5 Summer Movie Series at The Big E in Gaffney returns in June 2025. The promotional series will begin on June 2nd, 2025. Movies showings occur Monday-Saturday at 10:30 am.
Kids Bowl Free: Your Kids Can Go Bowling for Free All Summer Long: The Big E is also a Kids Bowl Free location! Get your Kids Bowl Free Coupons now.
2025 Summer Movie Titles at The Big E
Free Summer Fun in Charlotte
Do some summer reading and win prizes at these Summer Reading Programs in Charlotte, NC!
Attend a VBS! Here’s a list of VBS programs in Charlotte, NC. Most of them are totally free.
Tight budget this summer? You can still have SO MUCH FUN!
Check out this list of totally FREE Things to Do in Charlotte!
- Get free dinner with Kids Eat Free, Charlotte, NC
- Wander sunflower fields for free at Draper Wildlife Area
- Cool off at Splash Pad
- Visit a fun park, like Play 60 Kids Zone at Freedom Park
