--- title: "Things to Do: June 4 - June 10" description: Discover engaging family activities in Charlotte, including storytimes, play sessions, and educational events for children of all ages. image: https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/hubfs/Events%20226%20-%2031%20(11).png --- [Go Back Up](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/things-to-do-june-4-june-10#top) [Skip to Content](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/things-to-do-june-4-june-10#body) - ![ChatGPT Image Oct 20, 2025, 09\_53\_40 PM](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/ChatGPT%20Image%20Oct%2020%2c%202025%2c%2009_53_40%20PM.png?width=1536&height=1024&name=ChatGPT%20Image%20Oct%2020%2c%202025%2c%2009_53_40%20PM.png) Toggle Menu - [Home](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com) - [About](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/about) Toggle children for About Main Menu (Press to Return) \> About - [Past Issues](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/past-issues) - [Contact](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/contact-us) - [This Week](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog?tags=Things+to+Do) - [Fall Farm & Festival Guides](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/fall-farm-and-festival-guides) - [Pregnancy & Newborns](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog?tags=Pregnancy+and+Newborns) Toggle children for Pregnancy & Newborns Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Pregnancy & Newborns - [Baby Playgroups](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/the-charlotte-baby-playgroups-actually-worth-getting-dressed-for) - [Baby Registry Guide](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/the-baby-registry-list-i-wish-id-had-the-first-time) - [Childcare Guide](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/free-charlotte-childcare-guide-daycare-research-template) - [Where to Deliver](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/where-to-deliver-in-charlotte-a-completely-unscientific-crowdsourced-guide) - [Toddlers & Preschoolers](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog?tags=Toddlers+and+Preschoolers) Toggle children for Toddlers & Preschoolers Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Toddlers & Preschoolers - [Daylight Savings Time Guide](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/daylight-saving-time-prep-your-survival-guide) - [Indoor Play Spaces Guide](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/a-parents-guide-to-indoor-play-spaces-around-charlotte) - [Rainy Day Survival Guide](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog/rainy-day-guide) - Reviews Toggle children for Reviews Main Menu (Press to Return) \> Reviews - [Gift Guides](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog?tags=Gift+Guides) - [Where We've Been](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog?tags=Places+to+Go) - [What We Love](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog?tags=What+We+Love) - [Subscribe](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/grow-with-us) [back to blog](https://www.thecharlottesprout.com/the-charlotte-sprout-blog) # Things to Do: June 4 - June 10 Jun 3, 2026, 5:21:13β€―PM β€’ Written by: Emily Share article [mailto:?subject=Things%20to%20Do%3A%20June%204%20-%20June%2010&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecharlottesprout.com%2Fthe-charlotte-sprout-blog%2Fthings-to-do-june-4-june-10](mailto:?subject=Things%20to%20Do%3A%20June%204%20-%20June%2010&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecharlottesprout.com%2Fthe-charlotte-sprout-blog%2Fthings-to-do-june-4-june-10) #### **All Week** **Taste of Charlotte** Three days of food, live music, and kids' activities on Tryon Street Uptown. Over 100 menu items from Charlotte restaurants, plus carnival-style rides and activities for the kids. Sunday is Family Fun Day with a $15 unlimited activity wristband, so if you're only going once, go Sunday. πŸ“ Tryon Street, Trade Street to Brooklyn Village Avenue πŸ•’ Fri June 5 and Sat June 6: 11am-11pm | Sun June 7: 11am-6pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Festival coins run the show here ($20 tasting cup = 14 coins). Download the app before you go so you're not fumbling with cash at the gate. Kids' activities are on Levine Avenue. Cost: Free to attend, coins purchased on-site [See Details](https://www.tasteofcharlotte.com/) #### Thursday, June 4 **Preschool Ballet Classes** Free ballet class for preschoolers at Mallard Creek Rec Center. It's imaginative games and simple steps, not a recital track. And it's free, so if your kid hates it, you're out nothing but 45 minutes. πŸ“ Mallard Creek Recreation Center, 2530 Johnston Oehler Rd πŸ•’ 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. πŸ‘Ά Best For: Preschoolers (ages 3–6) πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: "Twirl, leap, and dance" is the marketing version. The reality is more like controlled chaos with occasional graceful moments. Still fun! Cost: Free [Worth A Try!](https://www.ignitedanceproductions.com/freecommunityclasses) **Toddler Time at Big Air** Open jump for the little ones with a calmer, slower-paced vibe than the regular sessions. If your toddler has energy to burn and you've already done every playground in a 10-mile radius, this works. πŸ“ Big Air Charlotte, 2408 Sardis Road North πŸ•’ 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. πŸ‘Ά Best For: Toddlers (ages ~1–3) πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Grip socks are required! Cost: $23+ [Get Tickets](https://www.bigairusa.com/programs/charlotte) **KiddieCade Happy Hour** Two hours of supervised play for $35 while you sit in actual lounge seating with a real cup of coffee and catch up on emails. High-speed Wi-Fi, charging stations, open-concept layout so you can see your kid the whole time. πŸ“ The Kiddie Cade πŸ•’ 1-3 PM πŸ‘Ά Best For: Ages 2 and up πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Book ahead. This is not a walk-in situation and Thursday slots fill fast. (Note: listed as a Thursday recurring event; confirm current Friday availability at the link.) Cost: $35 for a 2-hour visit [Reserve Your Spot](https://thekiddiecade.com/) **Pascuales Farm Night Market** A real working farm with a real market: fresh zucchinis, cucumbers, sweet peas, kale, eggs, goat and pork meat, handcraft vendors, food, and live music. Rain or shine. πŸ“ Pascuales Farm πŸ•’ 5-8 PM πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Bring a bag for produce and cash if you have it. This is not a pop-up situation. Cost: Free [Check It Out](https://www.facebook.com/pascualesfarm/) **Rooted Rhythm Concert Series: Party Parrot Band (Jimmy Buffet Tribute)** Thursday evening outdoor concert at Anne Springs Close Greenway. Bring a chair or blanket, grab something from the Greenway Canteen food truck, and actually sit outside for once. πŸ“ Comporium Amphitheater at the Dairy Barn entrance, Anne Springs Close Greenway, Fort Mill πŸ•’ 6-9 PM πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: The lawn isΒ wide open, which means kids who refuse to sit still are actually an asset here. No glass allowed and they check bags. Well-behaved dogs on leash welcome. Cost: Free [See Details](https://www.ascgreenway.org/events/signature-events/summer-concert-series/) #### Friday, June 5 **Betty Bookworms: Storytime + Coffee** Weekly storytime at Betty on Thomas Ave. Kids get books and songs, you get coffee. Honestly the coffee is the main draw. πŸ“ Betty by Moxie Mercantile, 1219 Thomas Ave πŸ•’ 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. πŸ‘Ά Best For: Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Get your coffee first, then settle in. It's a much better experience caffeinated. Cost: Free [Check It Out](https://moxiemercantile.com/pages/events) **Family Movie Mornings** Sugar Creek Library is screening Treasure Planet this Friday with light snacks provided. A 90-minute indoor movie at a library is a genuinely solid Friday morning plan if it's hot or you need a low-effort outing. πŸ“ Sugar Creek Library πŸ•’ 10-11:30am πŸ‘Ά Best For: Kids πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Treasure Planet is rated PG and runs about 95 minutes, so older toddlers and up are the sweet spot. Snacks are provided so don't stress about packing them. Cost: Free [See Details](https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69fa76f5e8af4a2f0070761e) **Generation WE Storytime** CML is partnering with Generation WE for a storytime focused on inclusive books, and every kid goes home with a free book. Generation WE focuses on literature that builds empathy and reflects a diverse world. Best for ages 3-8. πŸ“ Independence Regional Library πŸ•’ 10:30-11am πŸ‘Ά Best For: Ages 3-8 πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Free book to take home every time is the move. This one's worth bookmarking as a recurring stop. Cost: Free [Register Here](https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a20785d52c88111723cc9d7) **Creating with Books: Ocean Things Party** Matthews Library does story plus hands-on activities for toddlers through age five. This week's theme is ocean things, which means crafts and activities built around the book. It's a Fun Friday event, so expect it to be appropriately chaotic in the best way. πŸ“ Matthews Library πŸ•’ 11am-12pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Toddlers through age 5 πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Dress them in something you don't mind getting craft supplies on. Cost: Free [Check It Out](https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a04f27af6bd012f0067bf90) **Free Breastfeeding Support Group** A free group for postpartum breastfeeding moms led by a licensed therapist from Charlotte Parent Therapy. Babies are welcome, toddlers have to stay home, and you can ask the questions you've been Googling at 3 a.m. πŸ“ New Mom School Ballantyne πŸ•’ 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. πŸ‘Ά Best For: Breastfeeding moms πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Space is limited, so register before you forget. Cost: Free [Register Here](https://newmomschool.com/ballantyne-nc/) **First Fridays Pineville** Downtown Pineville does a monthly First Friday with food trucks, live music, artisan vendors, and family activities. It's a low-key way to spend a Friday evening if you're on that side of town and don't feel like cooking. πŸ“ Downtown Pineville πŸ•’ 5-9pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Street parking can get tight later in the evening. Get there closer to 5 if you want an easy spot. Cost: Free [Learn More](https://www.instagram.com/p/DT2xSdIAEPI/?img_index=2) **Birdies for Birdies at Carolina Raptor Center** Mini golf on the Raptor Trail after hours, with actual birds of prey along the route. Friday is Family Night, which means kids are welcome and there's a food truck. It's a fundraiser, so the ticket price goes toward raptor rehab and conservation work. πŸ“ Carolina Raptor Center πŸ•’ 5-8pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: This is a walking outdoor event on trails, so leave the stroller at home and put your toddler in a carrier if they're not totally reliable on their feet yet. Cost: $30 adults, $20 children, members get $5 off [Get Tickets](https://carolinaraptorcenter.org/birdies-for-birdies/) **Pineville Summer Movie Series: Lilo and Stitch** Pineville Parks and Recreation is doing free outdoor movies all summer. This week it's Lilo and Stitch at Pineville Lake Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food is available for purchase on site. πŸ“ Pineville Lake Park πŸ•’ Dusk πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: "Dusk" in early June is around 8:30pm. If your kid is an early bedtime situation, this is a stretch. Worth it for Lilo and Stitch though. Cost: Free [Learn More](https://www.pinevillenc.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation/rockin-reelin/) #### Saturday, June 6 **Sunset Farm Open House** The Park CDC opens their West Charlotte farm quarterly for a morning of container gardening workshops, farm-to-table cooking demos, nutrition education, and kids' gardening activities. It's a genuinely cool organization doing real food access work, and the events are a great way to see it up close. πŸ“ Sunset Farm (The Park CDC), 3432 Sunset Road πŸ•’ 9am-12pm (come anytime) πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Space is capped at 60 people and RSVP is required. Don't skip the registration thinking you'll just show up. Cost: Free [Reserve Your Spot](https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949ABAA2BA7FDC43-63008691-sunset#/) **Family Farm Day at Anne Springs Close Greenway** Hands-on time at the Crandall Bowles Children's Farm, which means alpacas, horses, cattle, goats, chickens, ducks, and pigs. You can buy feed buckets on site (limit 2 per family) for animal interactions. Lawn games and snack vendors are also on site. πŸ“ Anne Springs Close Greenway, \[insert address\] πŸ•’ 9am-12pm (farm open until 3pm for self-guided tours) πŸ‘Ά Best For: Toddlers and up πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Closed-toe shoes are a good call here. Farm activities may pause for 15-minute breaks so the animals can rest, which is probably worth explaining to your kid in advance. Cost: Free [Plan Your Visit](https://www.ascgreenway.org/event/family-farm-day-ag-art-tour-2026/) **Summer Reading Kickoff Party** Blue Cross NC is hosting a free summer reading kickoff with interactive read-alouds, a dance activity from Barre Belle, face painting, and a free book for every kid to take home. RSVP is encouraged but not required. πŸ“ Beyond Blue Neighborhood Center, 2336 Freedom Drive, Suite C πŸ•’ 10am-12pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Kids πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Free book to take home is a solid deal. Bring a bag. Cost: Free [RSVP Here](https://bluecrossevents.timetap.com/#/) **Tortoise and Turtle Meet & Greet** Unsheltered Tortoise and Turtle is a wildlife rescue in Huntersville, and they're hosting two sessions of up-close time with tortoises and box turtles. Originally scheduled for World Turtle Day in May but rescheduled due to weather. Space is limited and last year it sold out, so register now. πŸ“ Unsheltered Tortoise and Turtle, 9405 Beatties Ford Road, Huntersville πŸ•’ 10am-12pm or 1-3pm (two sessions) πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Everything is outside on mulch paths, so wear closed-toe shoes. No pets allowed for the safety of the tortoises. Wear sunscreen. Cost: $10 donation per person [Register Here](https://unshelterednc.com/) **4th Annual Festival and Pop-Up Market for Autism** Autistic Youth International puts on a sensory-friendly festival with nine zones including art, music, a teen zone with silent disco, a quiet zone, a gaming zone, and a pop-up market with 20+ vendors. Designed with intention: no food trucks, no generators, no loud noise during the event. πŸ“ SouthPark Christian Church, 6650 Park South Drive πŸ•’ 10am-1pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages, especially kids and teens who benefit from sensory-friendly environments πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: The first 100 kids to visit the Literacy Zone get a free inclusive book. Get there early if that matters to your kid. Cost: Free [See Details](https://www.facebook.com/AutisticYouthInternational) **Storytime and Book Signing: Ollie: A Little Owl's First Flight** A local author is hosting an interactive storytime and book signing at Barnes and Noble SouthPark. The book is about courage and trying new things, and the event is designed for little readers and their families. πŸ“ Barnes and Noble, Sharon Road, SouthPark πŸ•’ 12-2pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Little kids and families πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Free to attend, so it's a good low-commitment Saturday afternoon activity. Grab a book and a coffee on the way out. Cost: Free to attend [Learn More](https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQQ2kLuKZ2/) **Bowl Street Pop-Up Market** The Bowl hosts a rotating outdoor market on the first Saturday of the month through November. Handmade goods, art, specialty items, and small Charlotte makers. Easy to pair with a meal or a stop at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery next door. πŸ“ The Bowl πŸ•’ 10am-3pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Stream Park is right there, so you can let the kids run while you browse. Built-in containment strategy. Cost: Free to attend [Check It Out](https://thebowlnc.com/events/the-bowl-bowl-street-pop-up-market-fa90054a-79fb-4480-abac-aca7a8df3adb) **Indian Trail Family Fun Day** Indian Trail's biggest annual family event: amusement rides, live music, food trucks, kids' activities, vendors, and a fireworks show to close out the night. It's Indian Trail, so it's a drive, but if you're in that area it's a solid Saturday. πŸ“ Crooked Creek Park, 5900 Oakwood Lane, Indian Trail πŸ•’ 2-9:30pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Fireworks cap off the night, which means a late evening. Have your plan for how you're handling bedtime before you commit to staying until 9:30. Cost: Free [See Details](https://www.facebook.com/events/811321041930416) **Movies in the Park: The Goonies** Fourth Ward Park is doing outdoor movies on Saturday nights through August. This week it's The Goonies, which your kids are probably too young for but you'll enjoy rewatching. First 100 guests get free popcorn. πŸ“ Fourth Ward Park, 301 N Poplar Street πŸ•’ 7:30pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Older kids and adults πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Get there early for the popcorn and a good spot. Bring a blanket and something to sit on. Cost: Free [Reserve Your Spot](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/movies-in-the-park-the-goonies-tickets-1988488906849) Sunday, June 7 **Discovery Place Science: Sensory-Friendly Hours** Discovery Place Science offers sensory-friendly hours the first Sunday of every month, so the exhibits are calmer and quieter for kids with sensory sensitivities. Sensory backpacks with noise-canceling headphones and sensory-friendly toys are available on a first-come, first-served basis. IMAX shows also run in a sensory-friendly format during this window. πŸ“ Discovery Place Science, 168 W 6th Street, Charlotte πŸ•’ 10:30am-1:30pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Kids with sensory sensitivities, but honestly a calmer museum experience is good for everyone πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Grab a sensory backpack when you walk in. They go fast on a first-come basis and the noise-canceling headphones alone are worth it. Cost: Adults $23, Children (2-13) $18, Seniors $20, under 2 free (buy in advance, prices are higher at the door) [Get Tickets](https://discoveryplace.org/things-to-do/events/sensory-friendly-hours/) **Discovery Place Kids: Sensory-Friendly Hours** Discovery Place Kids in Huntersville also does sensory-friendly hours the first Sunday of the month, a couple hours after the Science museum wraps. Same deal: calmer environment, sensory backpacks with noise-canceling headphones available on a first-come basis. πŸ“ Discovery Place Kids, 105 Gilead Road, Huntersville πŸ•’ 2-4:30pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Little kids with sensory sensitivities πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: If you want to do both locations in one day, Science in the morning and Kids in the afternoon lines up perfectly. That's a full day though, so know your kid. Cost: $15 per person, children under 1 free [Plan Your Visit](https://discoveryplacekids.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours/) #### Monday, June 8 **Story Time and More at Wing Haven** Wing Haven does seasonal storytime with crafts in their SEED Wildlife and Children's Garden. Recommended for kids under 10 but all ages welcome. Registration is required and space is limited. πŸ“ Wing Haven πŸ•’ 10am-12pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Kids under 10 πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: If you're a member at the Family Household level or above, this is free. Non-members pay $10 per family. Worth it either way. Cost: Free for qualifying members, $10 per non-member family [Register Here](https://winghavengardens.org/events-calendar/story-time-more-june) **Cook Out Summer Shootout: Cook Out Beach Party** Charlotte Motor Speedway's summer race series is back. $13 for adults, free for kids 12 and under, and every week has a different theme. This week is Beach Party. Bring a canned good donation and get $2 off your ticket. πŸ“ Charlotte Motor Speedway πŸ•’ 5-9pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Buy tickets at Gate 4 to take advantage of the weekly promotions. Don't forget the canned good for the discount. Cost: $13 adults, kids 12 and under free [Get Tickets](https://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/events/summer-shootout/) #### Tuesday, June 9 **Babies on the Boardwalk**Β  A library-hosted walking group for new parents on the UC boardwalk. The point is fresh air, light movement, and adult conversation with other people who get it. Stroller-friendly by definition. πŸ“ University City Regional Library πŸ•’ 2 to 3 pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: Babies and their grownups πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: If you're running late, just meet the group on the boardwalk. Weather permitting, so check the forecast before you load up. Cost: Free [More Info](https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69b2fb5d77edebcd1f44af49) **Cook Out Summer Shootout: Media Mayhem School Bus Racing** School bus racing is exactly what it sounds like and honestly that's the whole pitch. Same deal as Sunday: $13 adults, kids 12 and under free, bring a canned good for $2 off. πŸ“ Charlotte Motor Speedway πŸ•’ 5-9pm πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Tuesday night races are easier to get into than weekend events. If the kids have been asking about the speedway, this is a low-stakes way to try it. Cost: $13 adults, kids 12 and under free [Check It Out](https://www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/events/summer-shootout/) Β  #### Wednesday, June 10 Family Storytime at Lake Park Outdoor storytime at Lake Park in Pineville: stories, songs, and movement activities. Bring a blanket or chair. If the weather turns, they cancel rather than move inside, so check the website before you head out. πŸ“ Lake Park, Pineville πŸ•’ 9:30-10am πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Short and sweet at 30 minutes, which is exactly the right length for babies and young toddlers who have zero patience for sitting still. Cost: Free [See Details](https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6a0cca054dc267647daa0828) **Little Learners** A short nature activity for little ones at the Wildwoods area of Whitewater Center. The class itself is solid, but the real win is using it as an excuse to explore Wildwoods after. πŸ“ Wildwoods at Whitewater Center πŸ•’ 10:00 a.m. πŸ‘Ά Best For: ages 1–5 πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Bring shoes they can get dirty. You'll end up in mud, guaranteed. Cost: $5/child, adults free (included with some passes) [Register Here](https://whitewater.org/little-learners/) **Little Groovers Lab at Grow Cafe** Movement class for toddlers ages 1.5 to 5 that combines music, movement, and imagination. Run by the Tiffany Creative Collective Dance Company. Good for kids who have energy to burn and need somewhere to put it on a Wednesday morning. πŸ“ Grow Cafe πŸ•’ 10-10:40am πŸ‘Ά Best For: Toddlers ages 1.5-5 πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: 40 minutes is a great length for toddler attention spans. You're in and out before anyone melts down. Cost: $20 [Register Here](https://www.growcafeclt.com/event-details/little-groovers-lab-2026-06-10-10-00) **Storytime at Sweetwater Farms** Weekly Wednesday morning storytime at Sweetwater Farms runs through August 19. Stories, bubbles, music, dancing, and stickers to take home. Surrounded by farm animals, which makes everything better. Included with general admission or a season pass. πŸ“ Sweetwater Farms πŸ•’ 10:30-11am πŸ‘Ά Best For: Little ones πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: A season pass pays for itself fast if you're going to do these Wednesday storytimes all summer. Do the math before you buy individual tickets each week. Cost: $6 online, $7 at the door, children under 2 free [Plan Your Visit](https://www.instagram.com/p/DZC7yl6LuKZ2/) **Birkdale Buds** Weekly preschool play series kicks off for the season. This week: bubble play, glitter tattoos, snacks & crafts, and an animal rescue pop-up!Β Free, no registration, just show up. πŸ“ Birkdale Village, The Plaza πŸ•’ 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. πŸ‘Ά Best For: preschool age πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Crafts and activities are while supplies last, so earlier is better. Parking is available near Regal, Dick's, and Midwood Smokehouse. Cost: Free [Show Up](https://www.birkdalevillage.com/events/birkdale-buds) **Littlest Artist: Toddler Art** Hands-on art activities for 1 and 2 year olds at University Regional Library. Tickets are available at the Children's Desk 15 minutes before start time, and spots are limited. πŸ“ University Regional Library πŸ•’ 11:30 AM-12 PM πŸ‘Ά Best For: Ages 1-2 πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Dress them in something you do not care about. Or strip them down to the diaper. Truly no wrong answer here. Cost: Free [Reserve Your Spot](https://cmlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/69e384e8deee9abd8ee82892) **Charlotte Knights vs OKC: Splash Day** Water slides and bubbles at Truist Field. The Knights do a handful of themed game days throughout the season and this is a good summer one for families. πŸ“ Truist Field πŸ•’ 11:05am πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Dress for water. Change of clothes in the bag is not optional. Cost: $21 and up [Get Tickets](https://www.facebook.com/CharlotteKnightsBaseball/posts/water-slides-bubbles-baseball-fun-june-10-cool-off-with-the-charlotte-knights/1631605978966800/) **Wednesday Night Live**Β  Free admission and live programming across the Mint Museum, Bechtler, Gantt Center, and Knight Theater every Wednesday through the season. Programming rotates each week. πŸ“ Levine Center for the Arts πŸ•’ 5-9 PM πŸ‘Ά Best For: All ages πŸ’‘ Parent Tip: Takes five seconds to look up this week's specific programming. Some weeks lean kid-friendly, others do not. Worth knowing before you load everyone in the car. 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