Catch a Carolina Core FC soccer game, fuel up at a food hall, slip and glide down a waterslide, and stay at a boutique hotel on a weekend trip to this Piedmont city.
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7 Ways to Welcome Spring in Gaston County
As the weather warms, the opportunities to dine, sightsee, and explore the Piedmont grow endless. From baseball stadiums to botanical gardens, read on for some our favorite places to get outside.
Mill Town Baseball
Watch as contributor Brad Campbell explores how North Carolina’s legacy of mill town baseball endures in Kannapolis.
A League of Their Own
In the early 20th century, textile mill owners sponsored baseball teams, providing entertainment for their employees and nurturing a passion for the game that’s been handed down through generations of North Carolinians.
18 Stops for a Family Fun Day in High Point
Discover cultural, culinary, and adventurous destinations perfect for kids and adults alike during an outing to this Piedmont city.
Back in the Stands
Play ball! From the Asheville Tourists to the Down East Wood Ducks, fans of minor league teams across North Carolina settle in for another season of dreams.
Your Guide to Greensboro
Discover Revolutionary War history, al fresco dining, and, of course, plenty of lush green spaces in the Gate City.
A Locals’ Guide to Downtown Burlington
Sock puppets playing baseball, metal flowers blooming downtown, children riding lions in the park: Among Alamance County’s historic textile mills, a family-friendly wonderland sparks the imagination.
7 Outdoor Activities in Charlotte
Even in North Carolina’s biggest city, there’s nothing like a breezy afternoon filled with fresh air and sunshine.