Looks like another HOT week in the Queen City. Our “what to do” includes lots of indoor things this week, and a few outdoor things for those of you that can’t get enough of the summer heat.
This Week:
ZimSculpt’s Final Week
Through July 19th
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
If you haven’t visited yet, don’t miss your last chance to see this wonderful garden exhibit.
Cow Appreciation Day
July 14 – ALL DAY
Area Chick-fil-A locations
Dress like a cow (how far you take it determines the level of FREE food you receive) and get some yummies in return.
“Pluto-Palooza” Party
July 14 @ 6-9:30pm
Museum of York County
Watch a live feed at the New Horizons Probe makes its way to Pluto. Special crafts, activities and more at this evening of family fun.
Live from Pluto!
July 15 @ 9am-4pm
Schiele Museum of Natural History
Watch live NASA TV coverage from the New Horizons mission to the former planet, Pluto.
Science Focus: Fire & Ice
July 15 @ 10:30am
Village Park in Kannapolis
Head to Kannapolis before the day heats up to learn the science behind Fire & Ice. Spend some time at the splash pad afterward. Perfect summer day.
Family Fun Day w/ Sarah Dippity
July 15 @ 11am
Carolina Place Mall – Center Court
Don’t miss this fun, free and indoor (read: COOL) event for preschoolers this morning.
Kidgits Camp @ Concord Mills
July 16 @ 11am-1pm
Concord Mills Food Court
Don’t miss the first day of Kidgits Summer Camp Days with the theme of When I Grow Up.
This Weekend:
South End Exchange’s Caped Crusaders 4 Cures
Friday, July 17 5:30 pm
Meet in costume (or not) as the Caped Crusaders Take Over South End to raise funds for their team in the 24 Hours of Booty. Your kids will love seeing and having their photos with the Caped Crusaders IRL. [in real life]. [lol].
FIESTA in Kannapolis
July 17 @ 7pm
Village Park
Enjoy a night of live Salsa and Latin Pop music…food trucks and more will be there, too.
Dinosaur Train
July 17-19, 24-26 & 31, August 1-2 (times vary)
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Don’t miss this fun mountain train ride with a layover complete with fossil digging, dino meet and greets and more.
I Love Science on the Rocks
July 17 @ 5pm
Discovery Place – Uptown
Book a sitter and plan a date night to Discovery Place’s innovative Science on the Rocks…Discovery Place for grown ups.
Farm Day
July 18 @ 10am-1pm
Charlotte Nature Museum
Get up close and personal with pigs, goats, chickens, a tractor and more. Learn about local farm life and why it’s important.
Jazz in the Park
July 18 @ 6pm
Freedom Park
Don’t miss this FREE jazz music event at Freedom Park…perfect place for summer evening fun.
Matthews Summer Concert Series
July 18 @ 7pm
Stumptown Park
Don’t miss the final concert of the season featuring the country music sounds of Vanilla Cornbread.
Celebrate Summer
July 19 @ 1-4pm
Schiele Museum of Natural History
It’s National Ice Cream Day, so celebrate today with special events, and ice cream, of course.
Conexiones: Exchanges Across Cultures with Music
July 19 @ 2:30pm
Levine Museum of the New South
Put on your dancin’ shoes and come out to hear the sounds of Latin America. Fun for the whole family.
Ongoing:
Party in the Park
July 15 @ 6pm
Romare Bearden Park
River Jam
July 16 & 18 @ 7pm
US National Whitewater Center
Plan Ahead:
July 21: Storytime in the Secret Garden @ Winghaven Gardens
August 7: One Day Summer Camp @ Duke Energy Explorium
August 14: Fairy Camp @ Historic Rosedale
**For more local family friendly events, visit The Queen City Buzz.
