Explore the Carolinas
Charlotte is ideally positioned between the coast and the mountains. Several popular destinations in the mountains can be reached within a two or three-hour drive, and the beaches near Charleston, S.C., can be reached in a little more than three hours. Below are some resources to help you plan a delightful trip.
- N.C. Division of Tourism | 800.VISITNC
- S.C. Division of Tourism | 866.244.9339
Must-See Cities
- Asheville, N.C. | 828.258.6101
- Charleston, S.C. | 843.853.8000
- Myrtle Beach, S.C. | 800.356.3016
- Pinehurst, N.C. | 800.346.5362
Arts & Culture
Art and culture lie at the heart of world-class cities, and in Charlotte, that heart is very much alive and vibrant. Charlotteans heavily support arts and culture in the belief that its benefits overflow into business, education and the economy. The Charlotte cultural community produces 65,000 events annually, generating $158 million to the local economy and supporting more than 4,700 jobs.
A major champion for the cultural community is the Arts and Science Council of Charlotte-Mecklenburg (ASC). The ASC is a nonprofit organization that offers the community many services, including grants, events and programs. The success of the organization is evident through the $14 million awarded annually to arts education, cultural organizations and neighborhood cultural projects.
The ASC provides a comprehensive, online directory of performances, ongoing events, attractions and venues at CharlotteCultureGuide.com.
- Arts & Science Council | 704-333-2ASC
Water Recreation
The Catawba River and its system of manmade lakes provide many activities for water lovers. Located just 30 minutes north of the city, Lake Norman has 520 miles of shoreline and is the state’s largest man-made lake. Mountain Island Lake and Lake Wylie lie south of Lake Norman on the Catawba. Sailing, wind surfing, power boating and fishing are just a few of the activities to be enjoyed on this water system. The Catawba River system is managed by Duke Energy.
- Duke Energy Lake Management
The river is also home to the U.S. National Whitewater Center, which serves as training grounds for Olympic athletes as well as a busy recreation center for the public.
- U.S. National Whitewater Center | 704.391.3900
Additional lake and river activities are available through the local and state park system.
Annual Events & Attractions
Afro-American Cultural Center
401 North Myers Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 374-1565
Alexandriana
9921 Old Statesville Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 896-9808
Ass Clown Brewing Company
10620 Bailey Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 995-7767
The Billy Graham Library
4330 Westmont Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 401-3251
Birkdale Village
8712 Lindholm Drive, Suite 206
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 895-8744
Blue Planet Water Environment Center
7980 Babe Stillwell Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 621-0854
Bradford Store and Farm
15915 Davidson Concord Road (HWY 73)
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 439-4303
Carolina Raptor Center
6000 Sample Road, PO Box 16443
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-6521
Carolina Renaissance Festival
16445 Poplar Tent Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 896-5544
Catawba Queen - Queens Landing
1459 River Highway
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-2628
Cornelius Arts Center
19725 Oak Street
Cornelius, NC 28031
Davidson Beverage Company
442 South Main Street
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 255-6232
Davidson Chocolate Company
610 Jetton Street, Suite 150
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 896-7245
Davidson College
Box 7158
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 894-2374
Davidson Farmer’s Market
442 South Main Street
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 892-2118
Discovery Place
301 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 372-6261
Discovery Place Kids - Huntersville
105 Gilead Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 372-6261
Duffy Electric Boats of Lake Norman
200-B North Harbor Place
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 826-5401
Duke Energy's Energy Explorium
13339 Hagers Ferry Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-5600
Ghost Walk of Davidson
104 South Main Street
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 928-5452
Historic Latta Plantation
5225 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-2312
House of Jazz
19501 West Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 895-5545
Hugh Torance House and Store
8231 Gilead Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-6479
Huntersville Market
Corner of Main & Maxwell
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 766-2220
Joe Gibbs Racing
13415 Reese Boulevard West
Huntersville, NC 28078
Jon Hair Studio of Fine Art LLC
11138 Treynorth Drive, Suite A
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 892-7203
Lake Norman Miniature Golf
18639 Statesville Road
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 892-9800
Lake Norman Monster Cruises
18665 Harborside Drive
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 905-1495
Lake Norman Women Sailors
18529 Vineyard Point Lane
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 577-0600
Latta Equestrian Center
6201 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 992-1550
Lazy 5 Ranch
15100 Highway 150 E
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 663-5100
LKNFun.com
LKN FUN On-line
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 620-2005
Metrolina Greenhouses
16400 Huntersville-Concord Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-1371
Michael Waltrip Racing
20310 Chartwell Center Drive
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 897-5555
Movies at Birkdale/Eastern Federal
16950 Birkdale Commons Parkway
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 895-7997
North Harbor's Davidson Landing
100 North Harbor Place
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 896-5559
Oak Street Mill
19725 Oak Street
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 895-2653
Old Store Produce
14720 Brown Mill Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 992-6106
Our Town Cinemas
227 Griffith Street
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 237-3235
Paramount's Carowinds
14523 Carowinds Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28273
(800) 888-4386
Planet Ballroom
19824 West Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 299-4003
Queens Landing
1459 River Highway
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-2628
Rural Hill
4431 Neck Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 875-3113
Tour de Food
Locations Vary
Davidson, NC 28036
(336) 406-6294
US National Whitewater Center
820 Hawfield Road
Charlotte, NC 28214
(704) 391-3900
Zootastic Park of Lake Norman
448 Pilch Road
Troutman, NC 28166
(704) 245-6446
January
There are no significant events held in Charlotte during January.February
There are no significant events held in Charlotte during February.March
1.) St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival - mid-March, a parade accompanied by Irish music and dancers.April
1.) Springfest - late April, held in Uptown Charlotte over three days and featuring live music, street vendors, food stalls and other live entertainment.2.) Loch Norman Highland Games - celebrating Scottish culture and heritage at Huntersville and featuring plenty of food and live entertainment.
May
1.) Cityfest Live - early May, an annual concert featuring some the country's most popular performers.2.) Coca-Cola 600 - late May, Charlotte Motor Speedway comes alive for this popular NASCAR race that includes parades, concerts and loads of other entertainment.
3.) Food Lion Speed Street - Food Lion Speed Street transforms the streets of Uptown Charlotte into a showcase of motor sports with non-stop entertainment
June
1.) WorldFeast - early June, a celebration of different cultures from around the world and featuring plenty of music and arts and craft.July
1.) Family Cultural Appreciation Weekend - late July, featuring family orientated live entertainment and activities and held at the Afro-American Cultural Center.2.) Harrisburg July 4th Celebration
August
1.) Fastgrass Bluegrass Festival - early August, a popular bluegrass festival featuring numerous acts spread over three days.2.) Liquid Steel Big 50 Bike Show - late August, a huge national event attracting the country's best custom bike builders and including live music and more than 130 vendors.
September
1.) Festival in the Park - mid-September, a celebration of local and regional arts and crafts.2.) YIASOU Greek Festival - mid-September, one of the city's biggest cultural events, featuring Hellenic cultural exhibits, authentic Greek food, live entertainment, art and plenty of shopping.
3.) Time Warner Cable BBQ and Blues - held in early September in Uptown Charlotte, a barbecue event with teams competing for trophies and prizes with the additional attraction of a blues fest.
4.) The Matthews Alive! Festival is a Labor Day weekend celebration dedicated to the support of local non-profit organizations through music, arts and community involvement.
October
1.) Charlotte OktoberFest Beer Festival - early October, an annual event featuring hundreds of craft-brewed beers, food and loads of live entertainment.2.) Carolina Renaissance Festival - October and early/mid-November, running on weekends throughout October and the first half of November, this popular family event features a medieval amusement park, nine-stage theater, circus, arts and crafts fair and a jousting tournament.
3.) Latin American Festival - early October, held at the Mint Museum of Art and offering a great family day out with kid's activities, music and authentic Latin American food.
4.) Great Grapes! Wine, Arts & Food Festival - enjoy a day on the lawn at Symphony Park listening to some of your favorite tunes while you enjoy tasting hundreds of your favorite wines from North Carolina.
5.) Autumn Treasures & the Grill'n BBQ Cook-Off - Events include an arts and crafts festival, a Kansas City BBQ Society sanctioned BBQ cook-off and public tasting, car show, kids zone with inflatables, moon bounce, vortex slide, pony rides, petting zoo, and children's entertainment stage.
6.) Time Warner Cable BBQ & Blues - Southeast’s largest MBN sanctioned BBQ festival!
7.) Pineville Fall Fest
November
1.) Le Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting Festival - mid-November, one of just 13 cities in the country given the honor of hosting an official uncorking and celebration of the annual Beaujolais Nouveau harvest.2.) Harvest Day - mid-November, an interesting celebration that examines how different cultures from around the world mark the end of the growing season.
3.) Waxhaw Twelve Days of Christmas - Holiday Lights Ceremony, GingerSnap 5K run, Photos and Snack with Santa, Senior Citizens Christmas Party, Christmas Parade and more.
December
1.) Celtic Traditions Festival - mid-December, featuring traditional Irish and Scottish dancing, Celtic music and traditional jewelry and clothing.2.) First Night Charlotte - New Year's Eve alcohol-free celebrations, with a wide range of activities and events including a late afternoon / early evening music and dance function for children, as well as a variety of evening performances before the count down to midnight.
3.) ChristmasVille - Historic Downtown Rock Hill, SC transformed into a whimsical holiday village.
Sports Classes
Athletic associations for children and adults organize team sports including football, basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, swimming, tennis and rugby. To find athletic organizations, check Mecklenburg Neighbors in the Sunday edition of The Charlotte Observer. You can also use the rinks below.
Sports Organizations
1. CoulOak Athletic Association (Baseball)2. Dilworth Youth Athletic Association (Baseball)
3. Indian Trail Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading)
4. Mallard Creek Youth Association (Baseball, Basketball)
5. Matthews Athletic Recreation Association (Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse)
6. Mint Hill Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading, Football)
7. Myers Park Trinity Athletic Association (Baseball)
8. Olde Providence Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading, Football)
9. Park Sharon Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading)
10. Pineville-Ballantyne Community Athletic Association (Baseball)
11. Porter Ridge Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football)
12. Sardis Dixie Youth Baseball (Baseball)
13. Steele Creek Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading, Football)
14. South Park Youth Association (Baseball, Basketball, Football)
15. Stewards of the Game (Baseball, Basketball)
16. Wesley Chapel Weddington Athletic Association (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse)
Baseball Training Facilities
1. Showcase Baseball Academy(704) 882-7629 2. Carolinas Baseball Center
(704) 499-9040 3. Grand Slam USA Baseball
(704) 847-5333 4. HQ4 Baseball
(704) 423-0030 5. The Fungo
(704) 895-5009
Basketball Camps & Clubs
1. Bobcats Youth Basketball Network(704) 688-8874 2. Bryan Adrian Youth Basketball Camp
(704) 377-6387 3. Carolina Courts
(704) 882-1115 4. Charlotte Sports Center
(704) 597-7311 5. QCAA Basketball
(704) 488-9878 6. Yes I Can Basketball
(704) 442-1238 7. YMCA
(704) 716-6200
Cheerleading Camps
1. Charlotte Allstar Cheerleading(704) 841-8407 2. Indian Trail Athletic Association
3. Matthews Athletic Recreation Association
4. Mint Hill Athletic Association
5. Olde Providence Athletic Association
6. Park Sharon Athletic Association
7. Porter Ridge Athletic Association
8. Steele Creek Athletic Association
9. Wesley Chapel Weddington Athletic Association
Soccer Clubs & Organizations
1. Charlotte Soccer Club2. Charlotte Junior Soccer
3. Charlotte United Futbol Club
4. Charlotte Soccer Academy
5. Indian Trail Athletic Association
6. Mint Hill Athletic Association
7. Olde Providence Athletic Association
8. Park Sharon Athletic Association
9. Steele Creek Athletic Association
10. Wesley Chapel Weddington Athletic Association
11. YMCA
Sport Organizations, Camps & Training
Figure Skating1. Extreme Ice Center
704-882-1830
2. The Pineville Ice House
704-889-9000
Golf
1. Carolinas Golf Association
(910) 673-1000
Hockey
1. Extreme Ice Center
704-882-1830
2. The Pineville Ice House
704-889-9000
Lacrosse
1. Matthews Athletic Recreation Association2. Next Level Lacrosse
3. Stick With Us
4. Wesley Chapel Weddington Athletic Association
Skateboarding
1. Grayson Skate Park704-365-1265 2. Methodist Home Skate Park
704-568-3363 3. Cinder Skate Park
704-288-1660 4. Waxhaw's SK8 Skate Park
704-843-7439
Swimming
1. Charlotte Swim Academy2. Swim MAC Carolina
3. YMCA
Volleyball
1. Carolina Courts(704) 882-1115
Museums
NASCAR Hall of Fame
The Hall is fueled with more than 50 interactive experiences like tire-changing stations, realistic race simulators, a broadcast booth and even a Kids Zone where children can be wide open. We guarantee to get your adrenaline racing.
400 East Martin Luther King JR Blvd, Charlotte NC
(704) 654-4400
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte, North Carolina is a 36,500 sq. ft. museum space dedicated to the exhibition of mid-20th-century modern art.
420 South Tryon Street, Charlotte NC
(704) 353-9200
The Light Factory
The Light Factory Contemporary Museum of Photography and Film is one of only four museums for photography and film in the United States.
345 North College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 333-9755
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture
The center was established in 1974 and offers exhibits, educational programs, fascinating facts, music, theatre, dance and more.
551 South Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC
(704) 374-1565
Museum of the Waxhaws
8215 Waxhaw Highway, Waxhaw, NC
(704) 843-1832
Discovery Place KIDS
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 372-6261
Discovery Place
Attracting wonder and amazement uptown since 1981, there is an exhibit for everyone at this interactive science museum.
301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 372-6261
The Charlotte Nature Museum
An urban nature center, the Nature Museum is filled with numerous exhibits that showcase the plants and animals of the Piedmont.
1658 Sterling Road | Charlotte, NC
(704) 372-6261
The Charlotte Museum of History
The Charlotte Museum of History showcases the history of the Charlotte area. Permanent exhibits at the museum include the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite, the American Freedom Bell and other exhibits from the 18th through 20th centuries.
3500 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte, NC 28215
(704) 568-1774
Levine Museum of the New South
The Levine Museum of the New South displays exhibits on the post-Civil War South.
200 E Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 333-1887
Carolinas Aviation Museum
The Carolinas Aviation Museum exhibits numerous items relating to flight in America. Exhibits at the museum include numerous flying and static aircraft (such as a replica of the Wright Brother's #3 Glider), rockets and missiles. Restoration projects are open for public viewing.
4108 Airport Dr | Charlotte, NC | 28028
(704) 359-8442
Billy Graham Library
The Billy Graham Library invites visitors to encounter highlights of Billy Graham's extraordinary life, a journey from the pastures and dirt roads of North Carolina to platforms and arenas in the world's greatest cities.
4330 Westmont Dr, Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 401-3200
Charlotte Trolley Powerhouse Museum
Charlotte Trolley is dedicated to educating its visitors about the role of trolleys in shaping Charlotte's past and future, preserving its history, and providing the public with a unique entertainment experience.
1507 Camden Road, Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 375-0850
Mint Museum of Art
Exhibits at the Mint Museum of Art include African art, American art, arts of ancient America, costumes, decorative arts and Spanish colonial art.
2730 Randolph Rd, Charlotte, NC
(704) 337-2000
Mint Museum of Craft and Design
This museum has a large collection of ceramics, fiber, glass, metal and wood. The items featured include arts and crafts.
220 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 337-2000
Pool Halls
Irish Cue
19501 Nc 73 Hwy, Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 892-6904
Smokin' Cue
10901 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 548-0882
Paradise Billiards
8943 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28273
(704) 900-7525
Elizabeth Billiards
1400 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 342-2663
150 N Out Billiards And Darts
539 E Plaza Dr, Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 660-5363
Dilworth Billiards
300 E Tremont Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 333-3021
Bailey’s Charlotte
8500 Pineville-Matthews Road, Charlotte, NC 28227
(704) 541-0794
Dave & Buster's - Restaurant & Arcade
8361 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC 28027
(704) 979-1700
Badfish Bar & Billiards
343 W John St, Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 246-8373
The Rock House Tavern and Billiards
2699 Aberdeen Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 852-4445
West End Billiards
2805 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 862-6848
Rack'em Pub & Billiards
1898 Windsor Square Dr, Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 847-7665
Sharky's Bar & Billiards
8400 Fairview Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226
(704) 573-2155
Break Room Billiards
6427 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28212
(704) 535-7529
Appalachian Billiards
5904 McGregor Dr, Charlotte, NC 28227
(980) 233-8927
The American Billiard Co
1426 E 4th St, Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 333-0041
Charlotte Skating
Starlight Roller Rink
8830 E Wt Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28227
(704) 568-5700
Kate's Skating Rink
14500 Independence Blvd, Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 821-7465
Skateland USA
311 Brookdale St, Kannapolis, NC 28083
(704) 938-3013
Kate's Skating Rink
4114 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056
(704) 824-2552
Kate's Skating Rink
1530 Celanese Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 329-5283
Frye's Roller Rink
2800 Poplar Tent Rd, Concord, NC 28027
(704) 782-5513
Extreme Ice
4705 Indian Trail Fairview Rd, Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 882-1830
Pineville Ice House
400 Towne Centre Blvd, Pineville, NC 28134
(704) 889-9000
Bowling
Park Lanes George Pappas'
1700 Montford Dr, Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 523-7633
AMF Centennial Lanes
4501 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 527-0333
Strikecitye Bowl Charlotte
210 E Trade St, Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 716-9300
AMF University Lanes – NC
5900 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 596-4736
Lucky Strike
6701 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 596-3337
Amf Bowling Centers
2201 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 867-7243
Frye's Lake Lanes
2800 Poplar Tent Rd, Concord, NC 28027
(704) 782-5952
Textile Lanes Inc.
680 Park St, Belmont, NC 28012
(704) 825-5661
Sports Connection
11611 Ardrey Kell Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 583-1444
AMF Carolina Lanes
11210 Brigman Rd., Matthews, NC 28105
(704) 841-7606
Dave & Busters
8361 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, NC 28027
(704) 522-6500
Lake Wylie Bowl & Bounce
4034 Charlotte Hwy, Clover, SC 29710
(803) 831-2553
Northcross Lanes At The Lake
16317 Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 765-0512
George Pappas' Liberty Lanes
2501 S York Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052
(704) 868-2695
Charlotte Movie Theater
Regal Philips Place Stadium 10
6911 Phillips Place Ct., Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 643-3456
AMC Theatres Carolina Pavilion 22
9541 South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28273
(888) 262-4386
Regal Park Terrace 6
4289 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 523-9771
Ayrsley Grand 14
9110 Kings Parade Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28273
(980) 297-7539
Regal Cinemas Manor Twin
609 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28207
(704) 334-2727
Regal Cinemas Stonecrest 22
7824 Rea Road, Charlotte, NC 28277
(800) 326-3264
Regal Ballantyne Village Stadium 5
14815 John J Delany Dr., Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 541-9611
Regal Arboretum Stadium 12
8008 Providence Road, Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 643-3456
Carolina Cinemas Crownpoint Stadium 12
9630 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC 28270
(704) 847-2024
Epicentre Theater 5
210 E. Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 688-2400
Omnimax Theatre at Discovery Place
301 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
(800) 935-0553
Cinemark Movies 10 -Matthews
9508 Northwest Court, Matthews, NC 28105
(800) 326-3264
AMC Theatres Northlake 14
7325 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216
(888) 262-4386
Stone Theatres - Sun Valley 14
6449 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 234-5373
Carmike Cinemas Cinema Seven
2150 Cherry Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 366-1414
Regal Union Square 8
1911 Dickerson Blvd., Monroe, NC 28110
(704) 643-3456
Regal Cinemas Manchester Stadium 14
1935 Cinema Drive, Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 980-8184
Regal Cinemas Franklin Sq. Stadium 14
3778 East Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 824-9556
The Sylvia Theatre
27 N. Congress St., York, SC 29745
(803) 684-5590
Regal Cinemas Starlight Stadium 14 - Charlotte
11240 North U.S. Highway 29, Charlotte, NC 28262
(704) 503-0070
Belmont Drive In
314 Mcadenville Road, Belmont, NC 28012
(704) 825-6044
AMC Theatres Concord Mills 24
8241 Concord Mills Boulevard, Concord, NC 28027
(888) 262-4386
Regal Cinemas Birkdale Stadium 16
16950 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 895-7997
Regal Cinemas Franklin Sq. Stadium 14
3778 East Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28054
(704) 824-9556
Bessemer City Kings Mountain Drive-In
1365 Bessemer City Rd., Bessemer City, NC 28016
(704) 739-2150
SouthEast Cinemas - Carolina Mall
120 Country Club Drive, Concord, NC 28025
(704) 788-1111
Our Town Cinemas
227 Griffith Street, Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 237-3235
Gem Theatre
111 West 1st Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081
(704) 932-5111
AmStar Stadium 14 - Lake Norman
206 Norman Station Boulevard, Mooresville, NC 28117
Carmike Cinemas Cinema 8
1700 North Aspen Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092
(704) 735-2797
Charlotte Sport Teams
Carolina Panthers
Charlotte’s Pro NFL Team
Charlotte Hornets
Charlotte’s Pro NBA Team
Charlotte Nascar
Charlotte is the racing capitol
Charlotte Knights
The Charlotte Knights are a minor league baseball team representing Charlotte, North Carolina. The team, which plays in the International League, is the Triple-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox of the American League.
Charlotte Eagles
Charlotte Eagles is an American professional soccer team based in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. Founded in 1991, the team plays in the American Division of the new USL Professional Division, the third tier of the American Soccer Pyramid.
Charlotte Lady Eagles
Charlotte Lady Eagles is an American women’s soccer team, founded in 2003. The team is a member of the United Soccer Leagues W-League, the second tier of women’s soccer in the United States and Canada.
Charlotte Checkers
The Charlotte Checkers are a minor-league professional ice hockey team based in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. They are members of the South Division of the AHL.
Charlotte Roller Girls
The Charlotte Roller Girls are an all-female flat track roller derby league in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States.
Carolina Speed
The Carolina Speed is a professional indoor football team that plays in the Southern Indoor Football League. The Carolina Speed began in the American Indoor Football Association.
Park System
Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation department maintains an extensive public park system and operates numerous indoor facilities, including Ray’s Splash Planet (a family-oriented water park), the Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center (MAC) in uptown Charlotte, several fitness centers, and several recreation centers with indoor gymnasiums.
- Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation | 311
The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation operates the Lake Norman State Park and Crowders Mountain State Park in the Charlotte area, as well as a host of other parks within easy driving distance.
- N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation | 919.733.4181
- National Park Service
Our state is home to several nationally administered parks and forests, including the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Appalachian Trail, the Wright Brothers National Memorial and more. More information on public access and activities is available from the National Park Service and the U.S. Forest Service.
- U.S. Forest Service | 800.832.1355
Arequipa Park
This small, downtown park marks the entrance to Charlotte’s award-winning library. The key landmark is the large and decorative fountain and large, mature trees.
First Ward Linear Park
This Linear park is located within the First Ward neighborhood. This lovely green space is nestled between residential properties and boasts luscious landscape.
Fourth Ward Park
Fourth Ward Park is located in the historic Fourth Ward neighborhood which artfully blends restored 100-plus-year-old Victorian homes, with luxury condominiums, urban apartments, parks and businesses.
Frazier Park
Frazier Park is 11.9 acres between the Third Ward Neighborhood and I-77 featuring greenway trails, sports fields, playgrounds, a community garden and Our Children’s Memorial Walkway.
Independence Park
Independence Park is the oldest of Charlotte’s original city parks, having opened in 1904. The park’s 24 acres features athletic fields, picnic shelters and a playground.
Little Sugar Creek Greenway
When complete, the greenway will feature over 19 miles of trails, fountains, sculptures and land connectors, from Cordelia Park just north of uptown to the South Carolina state line.
Marshall Park
Marshall Park has grassy and shaded spaces, plus a small amphitheater that can be reserved for community events. This Park is named for James B. Marshall who was City Manager 1935-1940.
Ninth Street Park
The Ninth Street Park opened recently in response to a growing number of families in Charlotte’s Fourth Ward. The quarter-acre park has a swing set, two play units, benches and a gazebo.
Pearle Street Park
The City of Charlotte purchased the 6-acre site of Pearl Street Park for $2,500 in 1942 from the Thompson Orphanage, an Episcopal institution. The city opened the park in 1943.
Pinewood/Elmwood Cemetery
The Elmwood/Pinewood cemetery complex was the center of a civil rights controversy in the late 1960s, when Fred Alexander led the campaign to bring down the fence between all-white Elmwood from all-black Pinewood.
Polk Park
Polk Park is situated at The Square, the intersection of Trade & Tryon Streets. Featuring a magnificent signature fountain, mature trees and tables. The entire park is wrapped in lights for the holidays.
Settler’s Cemetery
Charlotte’s first burial ground, the oldest known grave is that of Joel Baldwin who died October 21, 1776. Many prominent citizens are buried here as well as slaves. The cemetery closed in 1867.
The Green
The Green Uptown is location adjacent to Three Wells Fargo Center on S. Tryon St. The 3-tier park features a literary theme, whimsical sculptures and lush landscape. Restaurants and shops line both sides.