Family events in High Point, 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.

Make a splash at High Point City Lake Park Aquatic Center with an evening of family-friendly swimming and playful challenges. Try hula hoop contests, search for hidden treasures under the water, take part in a water balloon toss, and race down the slide to set your quickest time, with more poolside fun throughout.

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.

At Hoggatt House, explore how people in the 18th and 19th centuries tried to stay healthy, from period remedies like tinctures and tonics to the era's common beliefs about preventing illness. Learn about ailments that affected the Founding Fathers and the practices people turned to when trying to avoid a cold. Admission is free, suitable for all ages, and the format is drop in.

Celebrate manga, anime, and community at Greensboro Public Library Anime Con, a free, all-ages, single-day mini convention. Expect cosplay, panels, artist and vendor booths, workshops, and special guests, all focused on manga, anime, video games, and Asian pop culture.

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.

Get to know Kora’s Rescue Ranch as they share information about their adoptable pets, foster opportunities, and more. The gathering also supports a donation drive for the rescue, with contributions accepted ahead of time during regular hours or at the event.

An under-the-sea themed princess ball presented by Reserving Royalty’s Magic Makers invites families to a colorful celebration filled with ocean-inspired fun. The eighth annual gathering features a lively mermaid stage show with live singing and dancing, interactive games, hands-on crafts and mini makeovers, plus the return of sensory play stations. Guests can sip mermaid lemonade and enjoy meet and greets with The Little Mermaid, a whimsical Mermicorn, and a host of favorite princess pals. Portions of the experience are planned indoors and outdoors, weather permitting, and the festivities will continue regardless of the forecast. Each child’s ticket includes entry for one adult, with additional adult tickets available. A ticket is required for everyone over 12 months, and children under 12 months may attend at no cost with a ticketed adult. All children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Costumes are encouraged for little ones, while guests 12 and older are asked not to dress as or portray a princess or prince to avoid confusion with performers, though a hint of mermaid flair is welcome. Tickets are nonrefundable but can be transferred to another attendee. Vendors will be on site with princess goodies and sweet treats, accepting cash and cards. To avoid scams, purchase only through the official website and verify any resold tickets with the organizer.

RWA returns with a birthday celebration honoring WWE Hall of Famer The Boogie Woogie Man Jimmy Valiant on his 84th birthday. The lineup features former WWE star Doc Gallows, Ronnie and Amy Shirley from the television series Lizard Lick Towing, Ricky Morton of the Rock and Roll Express and a fellow WWE Hall of Famer, seven time women’s world champion Angelina Love, TNA competitor John Skyler, NWA’s Psycho Boy Fodder, Survivor reality TV figure Jonny Fairplay, NWA star Kerry Morton, The Dark Child Chance Prophet, Ric Reeves, and Caleb Konley representing Jugaloo Championship Wrestling, plus more. The event takes place at Southside Recreation Center. Tickets start at $10, and children 10 and under are admitted free.

This community gathering features a free back to school supply giveaway and a cookout at Armstrong Park in High Point. Presented by SiSters 336 Collective and Sistrunk Learning Together Community with support from local partners, this first annual Out of School Giveaway provides school supplies for students and a welcoming space for families to connect. The event is open to the community, and school age children must be present to receive supplies, with one set available per student in each family. Community resource providers will also be on site to share information. Donations of school and cookout supplies are being accepted, including backpacks, writing tools, paper and notebooks, folders and binders, and glue. Made possible through collaboration with Sistrunk Learning Together Community Corner and friends across the 336 Triad, the Out of School Cookout focuses on uplifting families and helping students start the school year prepared.

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.

A friendly morning gathering for moms at Kyle’s Coffee offers a chance to relax, unwind, and meet others while the kids have some fun. Held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, it provides a regular way to connect in a welcoming coffeehouse setting.

This bingo event supports education and training programs for underserved or underprivileged single mothers through the Volunteer Center. Players can choose a board package that fits best, including a 3-board set for $10 intended for kids, a 9-board set for $20, or a 12-board set for $25. Daubers are available for $1.50 each, or you may bring your own. Participation is open to ages 12 and up, and everyone who enters is required to play rather than watch.

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.

High Point Rockers Baseball takes on the Gastonia Ghost Peppers during Thirsty Thursday, a themed night at the ballpark centered on this matchup.