Things to do with Kids in Salisbury & Rowan County, NC
Salisbury and surrounding Rowan County communities offer urban and rural family fun seven days a week. With more than 50 attractions, 11 pick-your-own farms, farmers markets, seemingly endless local shopping, more than 110 original restaurants and so much more you’ll find plenty of ways to create your next favorite family vacation. From paddle boats and wildlife adventures at Dan Nicholas Park and picking your own strawberries at Patterson Farm, to a visit at the N.C. Transportation Museum and a trip to Lazy 5 exotic animal park, the opportunities are truly endless. Take your time to experience new heights at our Cherry Treesort, explore an Airbnb, or book a stay at one of our luxurious hotels. No matter how you spend the time with your family, you’ll be glad you did. Learn more about what makes Rowan County an original destination for families by exploring the information below, and begin planning your next visit.
Salisbury & Rowan County
Upcoming Events
Find the perfect activity for original family fun by exploring our events calendar.
View All2024 Festival of Trees
2024 Festival of Trees F&M Trolley Barn 125 East Liberty Street, Salisbury Friday, December 6 ·…
3 Days! Holiday Housewarming for Our New Museum Home During Winterfest Weekend!
Join us for a New Museum Housewarming & Winterfest Weekend! Our forever home will be OPEN TO THE…
Arbor Hills Holiday Festival
Arbor Hills Holiday Festival Experience the magic of the season at our fifteen acre Holiday…
BIG T's Xmas Trees
BIG T's Xmas Trees Each year in mid-November until the 2nd week of December, we the sell the best…
Celebration of Lights & Winterland Express
Celebration of Lights November 16 - December 30 Open 6-9 p.m. Sundays thru Thursdays; 6-10 p.m…
Christmas at the Lake
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2024 3PM-7PM Christmas at the Lake features games and activities for children…
Christmas Trees at Patterson Farm
Christmas Trees! Patterson Farm is proud and excited to announce that we will have Christmas Trees…
Donuts with Santa Community Event
Free community event sponsored by Clayton Homes of Rockwell. Come meet Santa, enjoy a donut and…
Free Photos with Santa & the Grinch
Each holiday season, Downtown Salisbury brings fun for everyone by inviting the Grinch and Santa…
Hall House Tours
Walk in the footsteps of the Hall family as you experience original furnishings, wallpapers, painted…
Holly Jolly Farm Days
November 29 – 30 & December 1* Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 1 to 5…
Inaugural Collector's Choice Agricultural Toy Show
**FREE ADMISSION** Join us on Saturday, December 7, 2024 for the Inaugural Collector's Choice…
Piedmont Players Presents: "Miracle on 34th Street"
Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as the Santa for Macy’s. Kris…
Salisbury Farmer's Craft Market
On the first Saturday of each month we host a craft market for vendors to sell handmade or homemade…
Salisbury Farmer's Market
The place to be to experience original agriculture, shop locally grown, fresh in-season produce…
Sip & Shop Saturday at the Local Focal
Join Local Focal for their Sip & Shop event recurring every first Saturday for complimentary…
The Polar Express Train Ride
***PLEASE NOTE - TICKETS FOR THE POLAR EXPRESS 2024 ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED*** Please check the N.C…
Town of Cleveland Christmas Parade
The Town of Cleveland Christmas Parade Held on the first Saturday in December at 2:00pm, the…
Winter Barn & Playground
November 25 – December 21, 2024* Barn & Playground Winter Hours: Monday – Saturday…
Winterfest - A Christmas Marketplace
Experience the Town of Spencer German Christmas Marketplace. Soak up the sights and sounds of…