It’s a jam-packed weekend in Charlotte for families, especially if you love Easter activities! Don't miss Disney's Frozen on stage, several fantastic free egg hunts, and the start of the massive Charlotte SHOUT! festival.
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Charlotte SHOUT!
Uptown Charlotte
Explore massive, free, interactive art installations across Uptown.
Sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place Science
Discovery Place Science
A calmer morning experience at the science museum tailored for sensitive kids.
Mr. Putty's 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Mr. Putty's Fun Park
An early, free Easter Egg Hunt in Tega Cay Saturday morning.
· April 4
9: If you haven't caught this yet, this is a major theatre event based on the hit movie. See Elsa, Anna, and Olaf come to life on stage. This is a great indoor option if the weather turns.It’s a big, high-quality Broadway production perfect for a family outing.
FREE : Score some free Easter photos with the Bunny! This runs all weekend, but Saturday has the longest hours for photos.Free photos are always a big win, and they have locations on both sides of the border.
FREE : Charlotte’s massive art and culture festival kicks off, featuring huge art installations and interactive pieces scattered around Uptown. It's a great way to spend a few hours exploring the city center.This is the start of a huge city-wide event featuring tons of temporary, kid-friendly art.
MR. PUTTY'S 3RD ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNTFREE : Get an early start on egg hunting fun at Mr. Putty's Park! This is a dedicated event focused on the egg hunt, so expect lots of action.It's one of the first egg hunts of the weekend and it's totally free!
EASTER EVENT AT NAOMI DRENAN RECREATION CENTERFREE : A community-focused Easter event happening Saturday morning offering free activities for local families.Great way to support a local community center event on a Saturday morning.
FREE : This Easter event includes an egg hunt, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and even a bubble show. Perfect for younger kids who love bubbles!It combines an egg hunt with other entertainment like a bubble show in a central park location.
SPRING FESTIVAL AT CHOSEN CITY CHURCH: RIDES, EGG HUNT, PETTING ZOO, MOREFREE : A full spring festival offering rides, an egg hunt, and even a petting zoo. This is a big attraction for families on Saturday afternoon.It’s a comprehensive event with rides and a petting zoo, hitting all the major kid draws in one spot.
FREE : If you want an evening activity, head to Matthews for a unique flashlight egg hunt. It’s a fun twist on the classic event and open to all ages.The flashlight element makes this egg hunt stand out from the daytime offerings.
: Take a train ride while visiting the Easter Bunny! This museum event requires paid admission, but it's a unique Easter experience combining history and holiday fun.A fun, unique, and train-based Easter event slightly outside Charlotte.
· April 5
1FREE : As part of the larger SHOUT! festival, this event focuses specifically on kid-friendly entertainment happening on The Green. Perfect Sunday afternoon activity!It's dedicated kid-friendly programming happening in the middle of the major city festival.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5FREE : Head to Home Depot early Saturday morning for a free hands-on building project. This month the project is creating a farm planter.It's a free, short, hands-on activity that gives kids a souvenir to take home.
FREE : If you need an indoor plan for Sunday afternoon, kids 12 and under bowl free at Pins Mechanical Co. in South End. Great spot for family fun.It’s a guaranteed fun activity indoors, and the kids' portion is free.
: Discovery Place opens early for families needing a calmer experience with reduced lights and noise. This is a fantastic option for kids sensitive to large crowds.It’s an amazing way to access a major museum resource with necessary accommodations.
: Catch a Knights baseball game at Truist Field on Saturday night. Check their schedule for the exact first pitch time and enjoy ballpark snacks.Ballgames are a quintessential American family outing, and this is happening Saturday night.
: Sign up the little ones for this structured art class where they get inspired by famous artists. Check their site for the required registration/fee.A focused, indoor art activity that is great for creative kids on a Saturday morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Charlotte this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are several great free events, including the massive Charlotte SHOUT! festival taking over Uptown, free photos with the Easter Bunny at Bass Pro Shops, and the Home Depot Kids' Workshop on Saturday morning.
Are there any Easter Egg Hunts happening Saturday, April 4th?
Yes, Saturday is packed with egg hunts! Check out Mr. Putty's Hunt (Tega Cay), the Búsqueda Huevos de Pascua at First Ward Park, an evening Flashlight Egg Hunt in Matthews, and several others listed.
What can we do Sunday, April 5th that's good for younger kids?
For Sunday, consider the Sensory-friendly hours at Discovery Place Science in the morning, or take advantage of free bowling for kids 12 and under at Pins Mechanical Co. in the afternoon.
