Charlotte
NC--5 Fabulous Things to Do!
Charlotte, known as "The Gateway to the South," has more to do that even the native Charlotteans can get to--and there aren't many of those (native Charlotteans) around! The Queen City has become a world-class city right before our very eyes--and there ARE many of those around!
With the city being the nation's second largest banking center, not only is the face of Charlotte ever-changing but, the faces IN the city are as well! So, with the diverse cultural attractions, family attractions, nightlife and professional sports (which are just the tip of the iceberg), there is NEVER a dull moment in this fabulous city. As a matter of fact, there is something for everyone here!
Here are but, a few of the things that Charlotte has to offer both residents and visitors to our wonderful city; Charlotte NC--5 fabulous things to do:
1. Visit the Billy Graham Library.
It is innovative and family friendly and allows its visitors
to experience state-of-the-art exhibits, multimedia displays and
wonderful films, all designed to appeal to those of all ages and
denominations. The complex includes the Graham family home
place, a bookstore and dairy bar.Admission is free and the library is open Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
4330 Westmont Drive
Charlotte, NC 29217 Phone: 704-401-3200
2.
Check out CPCC's Summer Theatre
and enjoy Smokey Joe's
Cafe. You'll feel like dancin' in the
aisle with tunes like "Fools Fall in Love," "On Broadway," "Yakety,
Yak," "Hound Dog" and "Jailhouse Rock!" Be prepared to be
electrified with songs bringing back the 50's! Dale F. Halton Theatre
CPCC Main Campus
Charlotte, NC
Phone: 704.330.6534
3. Practice your golf swing at the Dana Rader Golf School. The Ballantyne Golf Resort is host to the school which was named to Golf Magazine's "Top 25 Golf Schools" and nationally acclaimed PGA & LPGA instructors. Charlotte NC is all about golfing and why not perfect your swing and take on your business partners and friends on one of our many challenging courses in the area!
For information on some of the golf courses in Charlotte NC, click here.
Dana Rader Golf School
10000 Ballantyne Commons Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28277
Phone: 704.542.7635
4. Visit the Lazy 5 Ranch with it's gently sloping pasture lands and over 750 animals from 6 different continents! Take a private 3.5 mile safari while you're there! In October, after you visit the animals, pick your own pumpkin! This is like no other experience and is unique in NC. Be sure to bring your camera and visit the petting areas, blacksmith shop, gift store and horse barn. This is also a great place for a picnic!
Lazy 5 Ranch
15100 Hwy 150 East
Moorseville, NC 28115
Phone: 704.663.5100
5. The Jeff Gordon
Racing School is the perfect place to suit up
and enjoy the ride of your life! You'll drive a Sprint Cup
car for 8 heart-pounding laps! See for yourself what a thrill
these drivers have each week during racing season. Tour
Lowe's Motor Speedway while you're there--the facilities are quite
grande.Jeff Gordon Racing School
Call 877-RACE-LAPS
www.JeffGordonRacingSchool.com
About
the author:
Debe Maxwell, ABR is a Charlotte Residential Real Estate Broker, Certified Neighborhood and Relocation Specialist who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Charlotte, NC or any place in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. Debe has created a team of professionals throughout the country to ensure that you enjoy a smooth transition to your new area. These professionals are experts in the field of relocation and can serve many purposes beyond a simple home search. The destination service is of no cost to you! Please visit www.debemaxwell.com/ for your relocation and/or your local needs.
Debe Maxwell, ABR is a Charlotte Residential Real Estate Broker, Certified Neighborhood and Relocation Specialist who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Charlotte, NC or any place in the country by connecting you with a relocation professional in your destination of choice. Debe has created a team of professionals throughout the country to ensure that you enjoy a smooth transition to your new area. These professionals are experts in the field of relocation and can serve many purposes beyond a simple home search. The destination service is of no cost to you! Please visit www.debemaxwell.com/ for your relocation and/or your local needs.
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Debe, These are great ideas for anyone around Charlotte.. It's just a short drive for many in NC.. God bless, have a great 4th..
Thanks Cheryl! So many do come from all around to visit these places and just to tour the gorgeous city! When I lived in Hickory (many years ago!) we used to drive to Charlotte to go to the theatre and SouthPark Mall!
Yes, Debe - I am going to have to get down that way soon and see if we can "do" lunch.. I need to come look for some bargain staging props... I love coming but the traffic is a "little" more than Hickory as you remember.. God bless,
Debe, great attractions in your area. The Lazy 5 Ranch or Theater is where I think I would head although the racing school looks like the big thrill event. I didn't even know you could do that.
Cheryl: Ahh, Hickory traffic--IS there really ANY there?!! Come on over and we'll do lunch.
Gary: My boys LOVED the Lazy 5 Ranch--what am I saying--I love that place! The animals are all around you and the safari is very cool! Arts in Charlotte is seriously world-class; we have almost as many theatres as restaurants and the theatre is loved by all here!
What a great post, Debe. I love the Lazy 5 Ranch idea. What a great way to spend an afternoon.
Thanks Jesse! So did my boys--and I do as well! There's nothing lazy about those folks out there--they're constantly moving; caring for all of those animals and keeping the safari going is ALOT of work and they're oh, so gracious! They make you feel like you're right at home.
Hi Debe,
Being new to the area from Florida and with 3 kids, it's good to know these things! I can't wait to take my 3 year old to the Lazy 5 Ranch. It looks like Lion Country Safari where we're from.
Unsigned: Your 3-year old AND you will LOVE the Lazy 5 Ranch! Stay tuned for more 'things to do' in Charlotte! After living here for 25 years, I STILL have lots of nooks and crannies to explore and love doing that!