CHARLOTTE, N.C. —
Friday, Feb. 23
The Great Escape @ Historic Rosedale
The Great Escape: The Underground Railway is the Historic Rosedale Museum’s only outdoor exhibit. Through a visual display, visitors can learn about the journey to freedom during the Antebellum era. Learn more about the free exhibit here.
Public Tour @ Innovation Barn
See what could be in store for the future of our city in a tour of the Innovation Barn. It's a collective of entrepreneurial businesses, zero-waste initiatives and a space to gather groups in order to learn more about and implement circular projects. Learn more here.
Charlotte Caribbean Carnival @ Charlotte Museum of History
Celebrate the Carnival season in an event saturated with popular music from the Caribbean, such as Reggae and Calypso as well as, exquisite costumes and delicious cuisine. More information is available here.
Saturday, Feb. 24
Fairy House Festival @ Latta Nature Preserve
Embrace your inner whimsy, build a fairy house and connect with nature at this popular outdoor event. Learn more here.
Historic Cooking Demo @ Polk House
Visit the President James K. Polk State Historic Site to learn about historic cooking methods. While you're there, ask about the new effort to discover the stories of people enslaved by the Polk family on that land. Learn more here.
Fossil Fair @ Schiele Museum
Travel back in time to the Age of Dinosaurs at the Schiele Museum's fossil fair. Dig for fossils and mine for gemstones, visit live animals, meet paleontologists and take a Dino Safari. More information can be found here.
Charlotte Oddities and Curiosities Expo @ Charlotte Convention Center
Celebrate all things weird and spooky at the Charlotte Convention Center this weekend. More information can be found here...if you dare.
Sunday, Feb. 25
Free Workout @ Veterans Park
If working out in the gym isn't your jam, join Queen City Fitness games in a gamified kind of exercise. More information can be found here.