# Things to do with kids at Carowinds

> 2 upcoming family events and 1 ongoing programs and visits at Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273, in the Charlotte–Concord–Gastonia area. Dates and times are Eastern Time. Today is Wed, Nov 11.

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## Events ahead

- [Carowinds WinterFest](https://grassyknees.com/charlotte/activities/carowinds-winterfest--listing-b9271300bac074f1ecb960b6) — Nov 27 – Jan 3 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Carowinds · All ages · From $69 · checked Nov 7. Carowinds WinterFest transforms the Carolinas' premier theme park into an enormous holiday celebration blanketed in millions of shimmering LED lights. The centerpiece is the…
- [WinterFest at Carowinds](https://grassyknees.com/charlotte/activities/winterfest-at-carowinds--listing-7ef0dca94da700a66cd34296) — Nov 27 – Jan 3 · Carowinds · All ages · With admission · checked Oct 14. Holiday season at Carowinds with live shows including Tinker's Toy Factory, light displays, Santa, select rides and attractions, seasonal food and hot chocolate, and a New Year's…

## Ongoing programs and visits

- [Carowinds](https://grassyknees.com/charlotte/activities/carowinds--listing-93ad35e0fe80fc5a4e195727) — Hours change by date; see the official calendar. · Carowinds · Paid · checked Nov 7. A theme park with seasonal events, including WinterFest with holiday lights, live performances, Santa and select rides. Operating days change through the year, so check the park…

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