Family events in Greensboro, NC

First Friday Storytime on the Downtown Greenway features lively read-alouds, cheerful songs, and simple movement for young children led by the Greensboro Public Library. After storytime, families can spend time at Woven Works Park and enjoy its accessible playground features. The first 15 families receive a free book, courtesy of Ready for School, Ready for Life and The Basics Guilford.

Caregivers with young children in strollers can enjoy a relaxed walk along the Downtown Greenway, setting out from Woven Works Park. This casual, drop in outing offers a chance to meet others and explore the downtown area. Expect an easy route of about 1 to 2 miles round trip with a stop at family friendly play spaces along the way.

At LeBauer Park in downtown Greensboro, Noches Latinas offers a festive Latin summer celebration where music, culture, and community fill the dance floor. Now in its fifth anniversary season, this tradition welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds to enjoy the music and traditions of Latin America. The evening features a complimentary Latin dance class with Maria Gonzalez that covers Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and more, and no partner or prior experience is required. Social dancing follows with DJ Jonathan Vizcuña providing the soundtrack. Food and beverages are available from Lawn Service, Parkside Pull-Up, and Taco Bros. Free and open to the public. Made possible through collaboration with Greensboro Downtown Parks and Casa Azul of Greensboro.

Compassion Loves Action Outreach hosts the third annual back to school drive focused on helping students begin the new year prepared. Attendees can receive complimentary backpacks stocked with school supplies, available while supplies last, in a warm, family friendly setting that highlights community support, hope, and service. A sheriff escorted community motorcycle ride is also part of the day. It departs from Riding High Harley-Davidson and concludes at Warnersville Recreation Center, where riders connect with the school supply distribution and festivities.

Greensboro Public Library Anime Con is a one day mini convention that brings the local fan community together to celebrate manga, anime, video games, cosplay, and Asian pop culture. Expect creative cosplay, lively and informative panels, artist showcases and vendors, appearances by special guests, hands on workshops, and more. Admission is free, and people of all ages are welcome. For questions, call 336-373-2925.

Movie Saturdays brings a monthly lineup of popular films to the Glenwood Branch, offering two screenings. For this installment, the morning film is Zootopia 2, rated PG and 107 minutes, and the matinee features Knives Out, rated PG-13 and 130 minutes. For details, call 336-297-5000.

Second Saturdays at The Marshall Muse Gallery features open studio time and creative play centered on community, creativity, and giving back. This family-friendly day invites kids and neighbors to explore a welcoming, hands-on environment. Young artists can try the interactive My Muse Station, dive into seasonal projects, and discover special workshops and pop-up surprises. Each month spotlights a local nonprofit, offering ways to learn, get involved, and support meaningful causes, with nominations accepted through an application process. Visitors can go behind the scenes of the gallery, classrooms, and studios, take part in interactive art activities, and meet both resident and guest artists. It is a relaxed way to experience art together while connecting with the people who make it.

Discover the legacy of Greensboro’s African American community through stories of accomplishment from scholars, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders. Trace the origins of Green Book hotels, the growth of church congregations, and the establishment of schools and businesses that helped shape local life.

Hester Park hosts a lively set of salsa music from West End Mambo. Polar Bear Ice and Taco Bros will be on site with dinner and sweet treats. Attendees may bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics. Admission is free, and donations are appreciated to help sustain the concert series.

Enjoy a pool party at Bur-Mil Park with pizza, light snacks, and refreshments available. Please bring swimwear and towels. The gathering is open to everyone, and registration is required. Lifeguards will be on duty.

Snapology presents a LEGO centered summer camp at Urban Air Adventure Park in Greensboro, featuring robotics, coding, engineering, creativity, and hands-on STEAM activities. Morning sessions focus on Real World Robotics with SPIKE Prime and coding. Afternoon sessions include Snapology Summer Games engineering and a Robot Challenge. An Extended Day option is available, and participants enjoy one hour of Urban Air play each day. Half day and regular full day formats are also offered.

Young artists ages 6 to 11 will imagine and build an original world from scratch. Through drawing, sculpture, painting, and mixed media, they create landscapes, creatures, and homes, then develop the stories that bring their creations to life. Each day builds on the last, adding new details and encouraging creativity, collaboration, and storytelling. This camp is well suited for kids who enjoy fantasy, pretend play, and imaginative thinking.

An art-filled summer camp packed with hands-on creativity. Campers explore pottery painting, canvas projects, and unique crafts that spark imagination, learn new techniques, and connect with new friends, then take home finished artwork they can be proud of. Each week features a mix of pottery and canvas activities and wraps up on Friday with a popular session in the Mad Splatter Room. Project plans may vary slightly from what is posted. Please pack a snack and drink each day, or add a snack package for the week at checkout for convenience. Be sure to provide any allergy information to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Camp Urbie brings a summer camp experience indoors, pairing active play with engaging activities that support healthy bodies and minds. Families can choose between full day or half day options, with the flexibility of morning or afternoon sessions to fit different schedules. Lunch and a snack are included. Pricing is available at two levels for each option, with the full day program offered at $250 for Early Bird and $290 for Standard, and the half day program at $169 for Early Bird and $209 for Standard. A one day drop in option is available only in the park for $75 per camper.

Children can enjoy a special kids summer movie at The Carolina Theatre with a screening of A Minecraft Movie. Admission is $5 per child, and accompanying adults attend for free. Each child’s ticket includes popcorn and juice. Registration is required and a sign-up deadline applies.

This family adventure, inspired by a much-loved game, follows an unlikely team that faces surprise challenges using creativity, cooperation, and quick thinking. Together they learn that their true strength comes from building together, not battling. Presented as part of the Carolina Kids Club Summer Movie Series, the screening features live pre-show entertainment with a Mad Science performance and a Musical Petting Zoo in the lobby from the Music Academy of North Carolina, creating a fun STEAM learning opportunity outside the classroom. Tickets are $6 and include a snack pack, with taxes and fees covered. For groups of 10 or more, contact the Box Office at 336-333-2605 or boxoffice@carolinatheatre.com. Scholarship inquiries are welcome at boxoffice@carolinatheatre.com. The lineup may change. Sponsors include Lincoln Financial Foundation, Piedmont Natural Gas, and Smitty’s McDonalds.

In the educational garden at Gateway Gardens, children follow the journey from seed to table through hands-on activities that build gardening skills, explore where food comes from, and include simple cooking experiences. This program is designed for ages 5 to 12. It is free, and registration is required.

Baby & Me is a group that offers a summer lineup of guest specialists.

Look for the fun trailer from Parks and Recreation as it rolls into Barber Park for a lively pop-up filled with games, music, and chances to connect with both new and familiar faces. This stop is part of a five-stop summer series making appearances at parks across Greensboro, bringing on-the-spot recreation to the neighborhood.

Spend a peaceful evening on the water with a night paddle at Lake Brandt. This program welcomes participants ages 13 and older, with the option to bring a personal kayak or rent one. Basic paddling guidance is available for anyone who would like a quick refresher. Reservations are needed in advance. Rental fees are $20 for a single kayak and $30 for a two person kayak, and there is an $8 fee for bringing your own kayak. This outing is part of a broader series of summer evening paddles offered at local lakes.