July 11, 2017
With exciting attractions for all ages, a variety of dining options and a year-round calendar of events, Cabarrus County offers families so much to explore. Read on for inspiration for your next family outing!
Gem Theatre
Take you crew to the movies! One of the oldest single-screen movie theatres still in operation today, The Gem Theatre is a throwback setting playing first-run movies on the silver screen. After the Art-Deco style draws you in, grab some buttered popcorn and enjoy!
K1 Speed
Rain or shine, challenge the family to a race at K1 Speed Concord. Open seven days a week, the all-electric karts and the indoor track have something for everyone, with junior karting and challenges for veteran racers. K1 also offers birthday party packages. Check our more details here.
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium offers visitors a front-row seat to the amazing underwater world with views of starfish, rays, tropical sharks and many more. With an amazing underwater 180° ocean tunnel, 20+ display tanks and more than 5,000 sea creatures, the aquarium is the perfect family pit stop.
Great Wolf Lodge
The ultimate stop for family fun under one climate-controlled roof, Great Wolf offers the opportunity to splash around, dance, dine and more together.
Village Park
Located in Kannapolis, this park houses an amphitheater, playground, walking trail and rides on the Rotary Express Train. Summer months feature concerts and movies, and are the perfect time to plan picnic or cool off at the SplashPad, an aquatic feature that sprays and dumps water on anyone nearby!
Discovery Place
Just minutes from Cabarrus County is one of the top hands-on science museums in the nation. Discovery Place provides ever-changing, entertaining facilities that engage families in science, technology and nature. The museum features an IMAX® Dome theater, traveling exhibitions, aquarium, rainforest and more. Find events and details.
