From pontoon cruising to river paddling to rapid riding and more, there’s no shortage of ways to cool off in the Queen City this summer.
Roll out a blanket on the lawn, sip a cold drink, and watch the sun set as you jam out to live music at these five outdoor venues in the Queen City.
Discover spring beauty, blooms, and birdsong in five enchanted gardens in and around the Queen City.
The Queen City is full of murals and sculptures that infuse a unique sense of creativity in every neighborhood and park they’re found in — and inspire selfies, of course — and these are a few of our favorites.
Take an art crawl through Charlotte’s most colorful and creative neighborhoods.
What to do and where to eat to make the most of one of North Carolina’s largest lakes, on and off the water.
The Queen City’s best parks and preserves for picnicking, playing, and hitting the trail.
Make a splash at this world-renowned adventure center in Charlotte.
In busy workshops and bright stores, our state’s toymakers and purveyors keep wonder alive. Dolls, trains, and games remind us: The joy of play never grows old.
Whether it’s secret Santa or the company cookie swap, sweet gatherings get everyone into the Christmas spirit.
Among dazzling lanterns, silk creatures, and twinkling lights at the North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival, one little boy leads his parents straight to the heart of the holidays.
Sparkling streets, local traditions, and the cozy charm of a city wrapped in holiday wonder — Asheville offers merriment for every age of visitor.
