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Outdoor Movie Season: Charlotte 2026

A list of outdoor movie nights that’ll keep you busy well into the fall!

How To Pack For The Pool

An easy packing list for pool days!

Featured Business Spotlight: Kayla Mason of Water Babies South Charlotte

Meet Kayla Mason, franchise owner and operator of Water Babies Charlotte!

Are Dumplings Toxic? A Pediatrician Weighs in on the Viral Squishies

If you’ve spent a chunk of your summer hunting for dumplings, NeeDohs and other viral squishies, you’re not alone. We asked pediatrician Nilay Donmez, MD, founder of First Steps Pediatrics in New York City, to share her thoughts on this viral toy.

Ice Cream Season: Charlotte 2026

We all scream for ice cream!

Into the Water! Boating, SUP, and Kayaking in Charlotte

Lakeside fun in the Charlotte area!

Cyclospora: What Moms Should Know

All the information you need about the cyclospora outbreak.

Outdoor Live Music in Charlotte: Summer 2026

Enjoy live music and summertime in Charlotte!

Road Trip: Isle of Palms, South Carolina

A family-friendly beach less than four hours from Charlotte!

What to Know This Month

Momcozy – Code LOCALMOMS for 15% off!

Momcozy's Smart Baby Sound Machine is a great gift for a new or expecting mom that can be used for an easy and calm sleep routine in baby’s room, her own room, or both! Use code LOCALMOMS for 15% off!

Featured Deal

CLT Highlights

2026 Summer Bucket List: Charlotte Edition

by Christina | Jun 6, 2026

No searching necessary! We’ve got ideas and locations for you to try right here!

Events Coming Up in Charlotte

Guides

The Local Moms Network 2026 Ultimate Baby Guide

Everything baby, all in one place!

Wellness

Summer in Charlotte: What Families Should Know About Protecting Their Eye Health

This article was written by Dr. Caitlin Burwell, an optometrist with Visionworks Charlotte As school lets out and Charlotte families begin planning vacations, trips to Lake Norman, summer camps, sports activities, and more time outdoors, eye health deserves a place on...

Kids Corner

Playground Time!

A list of some of the best playgrounds in and around Charlotte!

Travel

On the Road: Great Smoky Mountains and Dollywood

Travel

Two trips in one! Our weekend visit to the Great Smoky Mountains took us to two states, one expansive mountain range, and an amusement park jaunt...

Meet a Mom

Meet a Mom: Montana Brown of Love Island UK

Montana Brown speaks about her reality TV start, tips for traveling with toddlers, her London favorites, and more.

Summer in Charlotte

Summertime Savings in Charlotte

Have fun on the cheap doing these activities in Charlotte!

Recipes

Whole30 Chicken Carnitas Bowls

Recipes

The holy grail of a weeknight recipe is something healthy, easy, and delicious to both kids and adults. These Chicken Carnitas Bowls from Whole30...

Parenting

7 Mindset Shifts to Feel More at Peace This Summer

Moms already juggle enough without adding “manage stress” to the never-ending to-do list. The good news? Lasting stress relief doesn’t require a complete life overhaul—just a few simple shifts that fit into your everyday routine.