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 AllFood Truck Tuesdays
Welcome to the all new outdoor dining, Food Truck Tuesdays. Each and every Tuesday, the Rowan County…
Piedmont Players Presents: "The Little Mermaid, Jr."
In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home…
Parent's Night Out
Go out for dinner to just enjoy a quiet night and leave the kids to us! BrickEd & More features…
"Steam Over Spencer": A Live Steam Model Train Event
Steam Over Spencer: A Live Steam Model Train Event March 6-8, 2025 / 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Join us…
Cub Scouts Transportation Explorer Day
Cub Scouts Transportation Explorer Day March 8, 2025 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Come out to the…
Mardis Gras Bourbon St. Bash Block Party
Mardis Gras Bourbon Street Bash Block Party Lee St. Farmer's Market 228 E Kerr St., Salisbury, NC…
Rowan Museum Store
Rowan Museum thrift shop open to the public every second Saturday in the West End Plaza - Rowan…
Second Saturday Bookshop
Second Saturday Bookshop at the West End Plaza (old Salisbury Mall) The second Saturday of every…
Second Saturday Salvage
Join the Historic Salisbury Foundation for this community market event on the green--showcasing…
Piedmont Players Presents: "Steel Magnolias"
Truvy Jones runs a successful beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where anybody who is anybody…
Wind & Wings: The Science of Flight
Wind & Wings: The Science of Flight March 20-22, 2025 Join us for high-flying machines…
Scouts Aviation Day
Scout’s Aviation Day March 22, 2025 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. The sky is the limit here at the N.C…
Food + Brews Festival
2nd Annual Food + Brews Fest We are so excited to be back in SALISBURY, NC on March 29th from…
Run Kannapolis 5K Series
2025 Run Kannapolis 5K Series Returns with A New Race KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – We are excited to…
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Home Game
Come enjoy a summer night at Atrium Health Ballpark with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers! Cannon…
Piedmont Players Presents: "The Wind in the Willows"
This hilarious comedy follows Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr. Toad whose insatiable need…
Ring in Spring with Downtown Salisbury
Ring in Spring Celebrate the warming weather by getting a free, professional photo with the Easter…
Touch a Truck
Join the Salisbury Parks & Recreation Department for an EXCITING afternoon of EXPLORATION and…
Sensory Friendly Day
Sensory Friendly Day April 6, 2025 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Prior to opening to the general public…
Earth Day Jam
A free music and arts, farm-to-festival and educational Earth Day celebration, in the heart of…