Family Fun Guide: Top 5 Places to Explore Near Farmington

There’s always something going on at Farmington! From outdoor recreation to local dining destinations, entertainment and shopping venues, Charlotte is brimming with fun adventures for the entire family.

If you are looking for a place to start, here are five must-see attractions just minutes from this prime location. Discover entertainment, nature and all the exciting destinations of one of the country’s fastest-growing cities to explore, right outside your doorstep.

1. PNC Music Pavilion

Head over to PNC Music Pavilion, only 7 minutes away, with a seating capacity of almost 19,000, this enormous outdoor music venue is home to all of Charlotte’s biggest summer concerts and events.

2. Concord Mills Mall

Concord Mills Mall is only 10 minutes away. This massive mall expands over 1.3 million square feet, and features iconic destinations including AMC Theaters, Sea Life Aquarium, Bass Pro Shops, and hundreds of other locations to explore!

3. Reedy Creek Nature Preserve

Reedy Creek Nature Preserve, one of the largest parks in Charlotte, is just 3 miles away, with 927 acres of natural forests and lakes, over 10 miles of walking trails, a full 18-hole disc golf course, 6 athletic fields/courts, and even a dog park.

4. Local Dining Favorites

Dine like a local at Harrisburg Family House Restaurant. This family-owned restaurant offers home-cooked specialties for breakfast, lunch and dinner with Greek flare. And for the area’s best pizza, don’t miss Cappricio, which also offers other Italian entrees.

5. Monster Mini Golf

Have an un-fore-gettable time rain or shine, at Monster Mini Golf. Putt your way through spooky monsters glowing on a course under black lights. You can also enjoy a full dose of family entertainment from bowling to laser tag, an arcade, a ropes course and more. Are you ready to play?

The only thing missing is you!