
Free Events & Activities in Charlotte
Free things to do in Charlotte — festivals, library events, park activities, and community happenings. No cost, all fun.
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Ed's Dinosaurs Live!
Join us the first Tuesday of the month for Ed's Dinosaurs Live! Ed Bounds brings with him a gang of prehistoric friends including Dakota, Baby T, Little Quon and of course, those Triceratops Triplets- Trixie, Trey and Trouble. Pet a baby dinosaur, interact with a Stegosaurus and maybe even see a...

Kid's Crafty Club: Paint & Plant
Welcome to Kid’s Crafty Club! Let’s celebrate Spring by letting your creativity take root! Children ages 6-11 will paint their very own terracotta planter, and plant a springtime flower to take home. All supplies provided. Please dress for indoor gardening fun! Register online, or by calling...


Paws to Read
This program will be provided by Myers Park Paws to Read volunteers. Boost your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a volunteer therapy dog! Want to be notified about future events? Subscribe to our newsletter here .


Pajama Storytime
Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation .


Teen Crafternoon: Craft Clean Out
Join us for a creative teen crafternoon where we will work on a different crafty project. This week we will be using up leftover supplies of crafts from the past! Supplies will be provided- just bring your creativity!



Baby/Toddler Storytime
These 20-30 minute story times are full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children from birth to three years old. Baby & Toddler Story Time is a fun way to introduce your child to language and literacy skills through an interactive experience for children and caregivers alike. Space is...

AARP Foundation Tax Preparation
AARP Foundation volunteers are available for free tax preparation assistance by appointment. Prior to the appointment, taxpayers will be asked to pick up and complete an intake packet from the library to be turned in at the start of the appointment. Appointments are required. To make an...

Pickles Farmers Market
Pickles Farmers Market is a farmers market in Charlotte, NC.


Interactive Art: Make & Take
Adults come make art! Join us for a series of art workshops exploring different mediums, including Collage, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Jewelry Design. All supplies included! The topic for this program is River Rock Paintings : Using medium-sized river rocks participants with create a...

Imaginon: The Joe & Joan Martin Center
Imaginon: The Joe & Joan Martin Center is a public branch library in Charlotte, NC. Open 3,053 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 102,000 square feet.




Senior Planet: Mindfulness Apps
Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present and aware. You can practice mindfulness through simple activities. This lecture introduces mindfulness and its physical and mental benefits, such as reducing anxiety, improving memory, and lowering blood pressure. You’ll learn about popular apps that...



Williams Ivory African American Cultural Resource Center
Community Meetup in Rock Hill, SC

Rhythms of India: A 4-Part Dance Series
Discover the vibrant spirit, storytelling, and energy of India through its most iconic dance forms. Join us at the Pineville library for an immersive journey into the country's rich cultural heritage. Each session features a deep dive into the history, costumes, and techniques of a specific dance...






Stories from the Streets
This is a workshop for writers of any skill level, and housed or unhoused!! Facilitated by Matt Shaw of Speak Up Magazine, a publication written by people facing homelessness. Mr. Shaw will lead discussion and offer writing prompts to help get the creative thoughts flowing. A notebook and pen...

Kings Drive Farmers' Market
Kings Drive Farmers' Market is a farmers market in Charlotte, NC.


Tiny Tots Storytime (1-2 years)
Stories, music and movement for tiny tots. Storytime is designed to develop language, listening and coordination skills. [add additional details with specifics if needed]





PBS Documentary Series: The Librarians
In this screening series, join us to watch groundbreaking PBS documentaries! We’ll host space to discuss each documentary after viewing. March 7th: The Inquisitor April 24th: The Librarians May 16th: The Grocery List Show


Atherton Mill And Market
Atherton Mill And Market is a farmers market in Charlotte, NC.




Rookie Science: Earth Day
Discover the world of science through books, hands-on educational activities, and experiments. Celebrate Earth Day with Rookie Science! Kids will learn about recycling and reusing materials while creating a fun art project from everyday items. Ages 5-11. Registration required.




