Charlotte, NC family events this month

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Weekend of Nov 13–15

Big outings

Sat, Nov 14

Amelia Earhart (Children's Theatre of Charlotte)

ImaginOn, Wells Fargo Playhouse — Charlotte · Mecklenburg Co. · Charlotte

A one-act, roughly 60-minute historical drama about aviator Amelia Earhart, for ages 8 and up.

Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid
Indoors

Shows at 11am and 3pm.

Details at Children's Theatre of Charlotte ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Sat, Nov 14 · 12pm–2pm

Great American Campout

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

Saturday, November 14 | The Gardens at Stowe | Pricing Varies Check in: Saturday between 12-2 p.m.

11+
Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Nov 14 – Nov 28 · 2pm–4pm

Pickin’ on the Porch

Trailhead — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

Saturdays | 2-4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store Porch | Free! Join us for a free afternoon of music and fun to liven up your Saturday afternoons. All performances run from…

Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Library storytimes & programs (27, free)

From Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 13

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10amDrop-In Art: Harvest and Heritage · Plaza Midwood Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varyFamily Storytime · At 8 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 8 branches

South County Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10am
ImaginOn Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Steele Creek Library Sat, Nov 14 · 9:30am
Mint Hill Library Sat, Nov 14 · 9:30am
Matthews Library Sat, Nov 14 · 9:30am
SouthPark Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15am
Independence Regional Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30am
ImaginOn Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30am
Hickory Grove Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am

Library event page →

10:30amStories in 2 Languages: Spanish · Steele Creek Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amDrop-in Playtime · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Fri, Nov 13 · times varyFamily Storytime: Yoga · At 2 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

See all 2 branches

South County Regional Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Matthews Library Fri, Nov 13 · 3:30pm

Library event page →

11:30amToddler Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2pmPlaytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2:45pmMovie Day: Chicken Run Rated G · North County Regional Library, Huntersville 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Saturday, Nov 14

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10amReading Buddies at the Myers Park Library · Myers Park Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amReading Buddies Drop-In Sessions · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

10amSaturday Storytime for Families · Mountain Island Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

11:15amPops & Popcorn Storytime · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11:45amD.R.E.A.M. LABS · Sugar Creek Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

1pmDrop-In LEGO Tables · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

2pm🏘️Old Town Cornelius Second Saturdays: Make and Take Crafts · Cornelius Library, Cornelius 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmArt-o-Biographies: Melissa Cody · Sugar Creek Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmASC Culture Blocks: Traditional Chinese Incense Workshop - Fragrance Art & Cultural Heritage · South Boulevard Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmLEGO Lounge · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSchool Age Program · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSouth Blvd. LEGO Club · South Boulevard Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmThe Tween Scene · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 11+ · Free

2:30pmReading Buddies · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

3pmFamily Chess Club · Mint Hill Library, Mint Hill 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmSensory Storytime · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

Sunday, Nov 15

1pmDrop-In LEGO Tables · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

Weekend of Nov 20–22

Big outings

Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 6pm–10pm

Speedway Christmas

Charlotte Motor Speedway — Concord · Cabarrus Co. · Nearby counties

Drive-through light show around the speedway.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid

Details at Charlotte Motor Speedway ↗

Nov 21 – Jan 3

Snow Days at Discovery Place Science

Discovery Place Science — Charlotte · Mecklenburg Co. · Charlotte

Winter-themed exploration with sock skating, igloo building, a projected snow floor and an updated Northern Lights experience.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid
Indoors

Details at Discovery Place ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Nov 14 – Nov 28 · 2pm–4pm

Pickin’ on the Porch

Trailhead — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

Saturdays | 2-4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store Porch | Free! Join us for a free afternoon of music and fun to liven up your Saturday afternoons. All performances run from…

Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Library storytimes & programs (31, free)

From Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 20

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Fri, Nov 20–Sat, Nov 21 · times varyFamily Storytime · At 7 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 7 branches

South County Regional Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10am
ImaginOn Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
Mint Hill Library Sat, Nov 21 · 9:30am
Matthews Library Sat, Nov 21 · 9:30am
SouthPark Regional Library Sat, Nov 21 · 10:15am
Independence Regional Library Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30am
ImaginOn Library Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30am
University City Regional Library Sat, Nov 21 · 11:15am

Library event page →

10:30amSensory Storytime and Room · Steele Creek Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

11amCreating with Books: Fun Friday! (Fall Things) · Matthews Library, Matthews 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amDrop-in Playtime · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11:30amToddler Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2pmPlaytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Saturday, Nov 21

9amFree Passport Photos / Fotos para Pasaporte Gratis · Mountain Island Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10amReading Buddies at the Myers Park Library · Myers Park Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

10amReading Buddies Drop-In Sessions · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

11amCryptid Keepers · Sugar Creek Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

11amDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

11amFamily Storytime on Saturday · Allegra Westbrooks Regional Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

11amMint Hill Art Club · Mint Hill Library, Mint Hill 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

11amSensory Saturday: Build A Play dough Turkey · North County Regional Library, Huntersville 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

11amStories in 2 Languages: Spanish & English Hickory Grove Library · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amWriting Workshop: Storymatic! · West Boulevard Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

11:45amD.R.E.A.M. LABS · Sugar Creek Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmASC Culture Blocks: Creating the Soundtrack of Your Life - Workshop/Performance (Bilingual) · Matthews Library, Matthews 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmHeartstrings Yarn Group · Mountain Island Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmLEGO Lounge · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmLibrary Labs · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmLoteria! · Plaza Midwood Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSchool Age Program · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2:30pmReading Buddies · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

2:30pmSTEM 101: Bricks Challenge Program · North County Regional Library, Huntersville 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmFamily Chess Club · Mint Hill Library, Mint Hill 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Sunday, Nov 22

11amDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Weekend of Nov 27–29

Big outings

Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 6pm–10pm

Speedway Christmas

Charlotte Motor Speedway — Concord · Cabarrus Co. · Nearby counties

Drive-through light show around the speedway.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid

Details at Charlotte Motor Speedway ↗

Nov 21 – Jan 3

Snow Days at Discovery Place Science

Discovery Place Science — Charlotte · Mecklenburg Co. · Charlotte

Winter-themed exploration with sock skating, igloo building, a projected snow floor and an updated Northern Lights experience.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid
Indoors

Details at Discovery Place ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Sat, Nov 28 · 5pm–9pm

Merry Market

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

November 28 | 5-9 p.m. | Great Hall | Holidays at the Garden Admission required to attend Shop small and spread holiday cheer at our Merry Market on Saturday, November…

Ages 6-10
Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Nov 14 – Nov 28 · 2pm–4pm

Pickin’ on the Porch

Trailhead — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

Saturdays | 2-4 p.m. | The Trailhead Store Porch | Free! Join us for a free afternoon of music and fun to liven up your Saturday afternoons. All performances run from…

Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Nov 28 – Dec 13 · 5pm–10pm

Holidays at the Garden: Light Exhibit

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

November 28-December 30* | 5-10 p.m. | The Gardens | Pricing Varies Experience the most magical season of the year at Holidays at the Garden! Select dates starting…

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Library storytimes & programs (14, free)

From Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 27

2pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

4pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Saturday, Nov 28

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Sat, Nov 28 · times varyFamily Storytime · At 5 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 5 branches

Mint Hill Library Sat, Nov 28 · 9:30am
Matthews Library Sat, Nov 28 · 9:30am
SouthPark Regional Library Sat, Nov 28 · 10:15am
Independence Regional Library Sat, Nov 28 · 10:30am
ImaginOn Library Sat, Nov 28 · 10:30am

Library event page →

10:30amSaturday Family Storytime · Plaza Midwood Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

11:15amYoga with Your Baby! (6 weeks to 17 months) · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2pmASC Culture Blocks Clayworks Pottery Workshop for Families · Pineville Library, Pineville 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSchool Age Program · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSTEAM Saturday · North County Regional Library, Huntersville 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmFamily Chess Club · Mint Hill Library, Mint Hill 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Sunday, Nov 29

11amDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Weekend of Dec 4–6

Big outings

Nov 20 – Jan 3 · 6pm–10pm

Speedway Christmas

Charlotte Motor Speedway — Concord · Cabarrus Co. · Nearby counties

Drive-through light show around the speedway.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid

Details at Charlotte Motor Speedway ↗

Nov 21 – Jan 3

Snow Days at Discovery Place Science

Discovery Place Science — Charlotte · Mecklenburg Co. · Charlotte

Winter-themed exploration with sock skating, igloo building, a projected snow floor and an updated Northern Lights experience.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid
Indoors

Details at Discovery Place ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Nov 28 – Dec 13 · 5pm–10pm

Holidays at the Garden: Light Exhibit

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden — Belmont · Gaston Co. · Nearby counties

November 28-December 30* | 5-10 p.m. | The Gardens | Pricing Varies Experience the most magical season of the year at Holidays at the Garden! Select dates starting…

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Cost not listed

Details at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden ↗

Library storytimes & programs (27, free)

From Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Dec 4

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Fri, Dec 4–Sat, Dec 5 · times varyFamily Storytime · At 8 Charlotte Mecklenburg Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 8 branches

South County Regional Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10am
ImaginOn Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:30am
Mint Hill Library Sat, Dec 5 · 9:30am
Matthews Library Sat, Dec 5 · 9:30am
SouthPark Regional Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:15am
University City Regional Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:15am
Independence Regional Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:30am
ImaginOn Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:30am
Hickory Grove Library Sat, Dec 5 · 11am
University City Regional Library Sat, Dec 5 · 11:15am

Library event page →

11amDrop-in Playtime · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11:30amToddler Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2pmPlaytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Saturday, Dec 5

9:30amBaby Storytime · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10amReading Buddies Drop-In Sessions · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

10:30amDoggie on My Doorstep: A Holiday Tail · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · Free

11amCryptid Keepers · Sugar Creek Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

11amDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

1pmDoggie on My Doorstep: A Holiday Tail · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · Free

1pmDrop-In LEGO Tables · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

2pmASC Culture Blocks: Zanhua Workshop - Traditional Chinese Floral Headpieces · South Boulevard Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmBehind the Lens: What Inspired a Local Photographer To Pursue His Dream · South County Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmGuest Presenter: Dr. Mokhtarzadeh (Martian Garden) : Growing Plants on Mars – The Science of Gardening Beyond Earth · Matthews Library, Matthews 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmLEGO Lounge · Hickory Grove Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSchool Age Program · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2pmSteele Creek Library Puzzle Swap · Steele Creek Library, Charlotte 6-10 · 11+ · Free

2:30pmReading Buddies · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

3pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmFamily Chess Club · Mint Hill Library, Mint Hill 6-10 · 11+ · Free

3pmSensory Storytime · SouthPark Regional Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

Sunday, Dec 6

10:30amDoggie on My Doorstep: A Holiday Tail · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · Free

11amDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

1pmDoggie on My Doorstep: A Holiday Tail · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · Free

1pmDrop-In LEGO Tables · University City Regional Library, Charlotte 6-10 · Free

2pmDr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical · ImaginOn Library, Charlotte 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

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135 events, free and paid, over the next 4 weekends (Nov 13 – Dec 6). Back to Charlotte, NC this weekend.

Updated November 11, 2026