Family events in Salisbury, NC

From April to September, the first Friday each month turns N. Central Ave into a lively cruise-in featuring classic cars, music, and local vendors. Enthusiasts showcase their vehicles while visitors stroll the street and enjoy an easygoing evening with the community. If heavy rain or thunderstorms occur, the event shifts to the second Friday of the month. For the latest updates and announcements, check the Town website or the event page on Facebook.

A drum circle where drums are provided, so participants only need to bring themselves. It offers a family friendly setting.

The Soap Shack NC, LLC and Sawdust, Sparks, Stitches will be set up as vendors at the Salisbury/Rowan Farmers' Market with a broad selection of handmade goods. Shoppers can explore XL goat’s milk soaps in more than 40 scents along with goat’s milk laundry soaps, mop soaps, all purpose cleaners, bath bombs, bath salts, goat’s milk lotions, beard oils and beard balms, linen and room sprays, dog shampoos, lip balms, lip scrubs, car diffusers, wash rags, loofahs, and soy wax candles and melts. Their table also features farmhouse aprons, baby wash rags, bib and burp cloth sets, jar openers, tea towels, flower pots, dog bandanas, birdhouses, key wristlets, and bowl cozies. Everything is handmade from scratch on their farm by the two of them.

Explore a marketplace of cards, toys, and collectibles at Rowan County Fair, featuring more than 100 vendor tables. Browse a wide mix of finds, including Pokemon, TCG, Hot Wheels, model kits, sports cards, Tonka, diecast cars, comics, action figures, and NASCAR items. Whether you are hunting for a rare card, adding to a favorite line, or discovering something new, there is plenty to sift through for collectors.

This show spotlights GM owners and their vehicles, showcasing a collection from Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac. Attendees can explore a range of GM models in one setting.

The third annual Back to School Bash at Clothes Bin Kannapolis returns with an end of summer celebration. The event features vendors, music and games, water fun, bubbles, chalk activities, and kid friendly activities, with more surprises planned. It offers a family friendly way to make memories while getting ready for the new school year.

The second annual Back to School Bazaar is a free community gathering that helps Rowan County families get ready for a new school year while connecting them with local organizations, programs, and resources for children from birth through high school. Expect complimentary school supplies, hot meals, and haircuts, along with entertainment, activities for all ages, and raffles and giveaways. Laptops from E2D will be available for $100, and local vendors and community resource groups will be present to share information and support. More than a supply pickup, this is a resource fair that brings together families, nonprofits, and supporters to help students start strong. Supplies, meals, haircuts, giveaways, and laptops are available in limited quantities while supplies last. Vendor and sponsor opportunities are available. For details or to support, email info@sitorg.org or call 704-630-7676.

Enjoy a summer big-screen presentation of the animated musical Frozen, where Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf embark on an adventure about courage, sisterhood, and finding the way back home. Before the film, children can take part in a simple craft and meet a special character for photos, adding a little pre-show fun to the day. Concessions will be available for purchase in the lobby, making this a cool family outing from start to finish.

China Grove marks the close of summer with a two-part community celebration. The annual Back to School Bash with Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Center features a Back to School Splash that includes a slip and slide, free school supplies while supplies last, hot dogs, sno cones, and more. The F&M Bank Concert Series concludes with live music by Captain Mike & Shipwrecked, performing a tribute to Jimmy Buffet. This family-friendly evening encourages attendees to bring a towel, a swimsuit, and a folding chair.

All aboard for Day Out With Thomas (TM), Thomas & Friends at the North Carolina Transportation Museum. Enjoy a fun family outing with Thomas & Friends activities during the scheduled event window.

The China Grove Farmers Market takes place at Cannon Recreation Park, the China Grove Ballfield, bringing farmers together each Sunday during the 2026 season. This community market features fresh produce and other agricultural products from farmers. Vendor spaces are free for the entire 2026 season, and applications are limited to farmers offering produce or other agricultural goods. For application details, contact Market Manager Jeff Hall.

Heavy Metal Camp gives 9th through 12th graders a hands-on introduction to welding. Students will learn basic welding principles and important safety practices, strike arcs, fuse metal, and complete beginner-friendly projects involving cutting, shaping, and joining metal. Drop-off and pick-up are at the front of the Administrative Building, and pants plus closed-toe shoes or boots are required.

Summer Fun Days is a series where children on break explore hands-on craft and activity stations built around rotating themes. Throughout the program, themes include Aviation and Space, Wagon Trail Days, Ice Cream Days, and Caboose Train Days. This session highlights Caboose Train Day. Train rides take place only on select Summer Fun dates.

Enjoy a pup-friendly night at the ballpark as dogs are welcome to help cheer on the Ballers. Bring your canine companion for this dog-friendly game night, presented by Subaru Concord.

See the Hickory Crawdads face the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers at Atrium Health Ballpark. This Minor League matchup offers an up-close look at rising players in an energetic, intimate setting. Expect a brisk pace, playful between-inning moments, and clear sightlines that make it easy to follow every pitch and defensive play in a smaller park. It is a relaxed weeknight option with real on-field competition and a welcoming local crowd atmosphere.

Enjoy a special family storytime at Cognition with Piedmont Opera. Soprano Caryn Greco will read The Animal Orchestra Plays Mozart, then follow up with a live a cappella opera performance. She’ll also share a bit about opera and leave time for questions from kids and families. This program is included with museum admission and is geared for children ages 5 and up.