Concord, NC
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Indoor waterpark resort kept at 84°F year-round — slides, wave pool, a giant tipping-bucket treehouse — plus MagiQuest, arcade and ropes course. Day passes available.
Day passes from about $55 (varies by date)
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Things to do with kids in Concord
Concord is one of the easiest family day trips north of Charlotte: SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord and Concord Mills sit in the same mall complex, Great Wolf Lodge covers a full indoor water day, and Charlotte Motor Speedway hosts races and Speedway Christmas. When you want something free, try Frank Liske Park, the Rotary Square splash pad (in season), or a storytime at the Cabarrus County Public Library. Indoor backups include iFLY, Xtreme Play, Stars & Strikes, and Dave & Buster's.
Concord, NC
Rainy dayHomeschoolIndoor aquarium at Concord Mills with an ocean tunnel, sharks, rays, touch pools and Lego-themed play.
Concord, NC
HomeschoolIconic NASCAR track offering speedway tours, race weekends, and seasonal family events like Speedway Christmas.
Concord, NC
Rainy dayBirthdaysSportsIndoor skydiving wind tunnel near Concord Mills; kids as young as 3 can fly with an instructor.
Xtreme Play
PaidConcord, NC
Rainy dayBirthdaysToddlersIndoor inflatable playground with bounce houses, obstacle courses and a toddler area.
Dave & Buster's
PaidConcord & Pineville, NC
Rainy dayBirthdaysBig arcade and restaurant — good for rainy-day treats.
Concord, NC
Rainy dayBirthdaysSportsBowling, laser tag, arcade and bumper cars.
Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, NC
Rainy dayHomeschoolLibrariesToddlersFree storytimes and family programs at branches across Cabarrus County.
Frank Liske Park
FreeConcord, NC
PlaygroundsHikingLarge Cabarrus County park with playgrounds, ballfields, a lake and walking trails.
Concord Mills
FreeConcord, NC
Rainy dayHuge outlet mall home to SEA LIFE, Dave & Buster's and more — easy rainy-day walking.
Concord, NC
WaterToddlersFree downtown Concord splash pad near shops and restaurants.
Almond Farm
PaidConcord, NC
SeasonalFarmsFestivalsFall festival with pick-a-pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayride, farm animals, u-pick wildflowers, jump pad and weekend candy drops.
Fall festival admission about $21.99
Concord, NC
SeasonalFestivalsDrive-through holiday light show at Charlotte Motor Speedway with millions of lights and a Christmas village in the infield.
Good to know: 2026: Nov 20 – Jan 3, nightly 6–10 pm.
Concord, NC
SeasonalHomeschoolFestivalsRepticon is a family-oriented reptile and exotic-animal expo with vendors, educational exhibits and animals to see. It's a good indoor outing for older kids who like animals. Purchases are made from independent exhibitors, and always ask before touching any animal. Tickets are sold online only.
Online only. Super Ticket (both days) $20 adult; Saturday or Sunday all day $15 adult; Saturday after 1 p.m. $12 adult. Ages 5–12 $7; ages 4 and under free.
Good to know: Next show: December 12–13, 2026, at Cabarrus Arena in Concord. Kids 4 and under are free; ages 5–12 are $7.
Concord, NC
Dog ParksCity of Concord bark park with a 0.5-acre small-dog park and a 1.5-acre large-dog park, at a 56-acre site with a playground, restrooms and Hector Henry Greenway / Riverwalk parking (Exit 49 area).
Good to know: Park hours are dawn to dusk.
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Frequently asked questions
What is free for kids in Concord?
Frank Liske Park, the Rotary Square Splash Pad (in season) and Cabarrus County Public Library programs are free. Check each official site for hours.
What can we do in Concord on a rainy day?
SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium, Great Wolf Lodge's indoor waterpark, iFLY, Xtreme Play, Stars & Strikes and Dave & Buster's are all indoors.
When is Speedway Christmas?
Speedway Christmas at Charlotte Motor Speedway runs in the holiday season. Dates and tickets change each year, so confirm on the official site.
Hours, prices and seasonal dates change often — always check the official website before you go. Info last reviewed November 2026.