Below we have provided information about upcoming Special Events from the Matthews Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resource Department.
For more specific information, sponsorship opportunities, or further questions, call
A chance for fathers and daughters to spend some quality time together. Refreshments will be served and a professional photographer will be onsite to capture the memories!
$15/per person - Tickets go on sale January 6; will be available online or in person at the Matthews Community Center or Crews Recreation Center.
A variety of food trucks will roll into downtown Matthews on the second and fourth Fridays, April through September. Get dinner from up to 10 eclectic area trucks, relax in the park, listen to good music, let the kids play in bounce houses, and enjoy the downtown vibe! Be sure to like us on Facebook at "Matthews Food Truck Fridays" to see the line-up each week and keep up with your favorite food trucks.
Sorry--Only event sponsors will be allowed to exhibit during this series. Sponsorships are full for 2018--thank you to Harris Teeter, and the following partners:
Lunch With The Easter Bunny - SOLD OUT
Children will eat lunch, do a fun craft activity, and get their picture taken with the guest of honor!
Friday: March 23, 2018
Ages 2 to 5; Tickets are $5 per person. For more information call
704-321-7275 
Easter Eggstravaganza
An eggstravagant event full of refreshments, music and the annual egg hunts! Bring your camera and have your picture taken with the guest of honor.
Saturday: March 24, 2018
Approximate Egg Hunt Times:
NEW! There will be TWO Egg Hunt areas this year.
11:30AMAges 1-2 years
Ages 3-4 years
12:00PM Ages 5-6 years
Ages 7-8 years
12:30PMAges 9-10 years
Stumptown Park
Ages 10 and under; Admission is free.
Earth Day on the Greenway with Kids In Nature Day
Saturday: April 14, 2018 10am - 2pmFour Mile Creek Greenway, behind Matthews Community Center
Presented by Habitat and Wildlife Keepers (HAWK)
Come out to the Four Mile Creek Greenway behind the Matthews Community Center to celebrate Earth Day with Kids In Nature Day!
Activities/Displays Include:
Eco-Friendly Exhibits & Vendors
Rain barrels from Coca Cola (Limited supply)
HAWK-cycling: egg cartons, corks, pull tabs, etc.
E-cycling by Goodwill Industries
Document Shredding (10am-12pm)
Free NWF tree seedlings
Hikes and Scavenger Hunts
Kids Crafts & Fairy Houses
Music, and FREE Family Fun
For more info, check out HAWKNCWF.org
Thank you to our sponsor, Williams Subaru
https://www.williamssubarucharlotte.com/
BeachFest Matthews
Come put your toes in the sand!
Beach Fest Matthews has rides and amusements, boardwalk style food, shagging and more. Bring the family to celebrate spring and have some fun!
Click Here for More Information about BeachFest Matthews!
Friday and Saturday: May 11-12, 2018
Friday 6-10pm
Saturday 10am-10pm
Stumptown Park
Charlotte Symphony Night in Stumptown Park
Join us for the annual performance of the Charlotte Symphony in Matthews!
Saturday, June 9
Prelude act at 7:00pm
Symphony performance at 8:15pm Click here for programBring a blanket or chairs, and enjoy dinner from area food trucks!
Fun Family 4th of July
Come decorate your bikes, scooters and wagons, then join us in the People's Parade, a non-motorized parade from Matthews Station St. (in front of Town Hall) to Stumptown Park.
The evening will be capped off with a concert in the park by "The Tim Clark Band".
Wednesday: July 4, 2018
Bike decorating at 5:00 PM (Town Hall Green, Matthews Station St.), People's Parade at 5:30 PM
Concert at 7 PM
Stumptown Park
Matthews Alive!
A Labor Day weekend celebration dedicated to the support of local non-profit organizations through music, arts and community involvement.
The festival is a grand, four-day family event. Expect to see more than 150 arts and crafts vendors, 30 food vendors, one of the largest parades in the Southeast, the festival’s annual quilt show and the Kids Connection interactive area, as well as a fantastic Midway full of games and rides for all ages and four stages of free entertainment all weekend.
For more information, including vendor applications, contact info and more visit
www.matthewsalive.org
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday: Aug 31 - Sept 3, 2018
Historic Downtown Matthews
Not So Spooky Halloween Carnival
Curley the Clown, old-fashioned hay rides, Halloween games and activities, prizes and more. Bring your bags ready to get a head start on your trick or treating! All kids are welcome to join our costume parade, so come dressed in your costumes ready to have a great time!
Saturday: October 27, 2018
11am-2pm
Stumptown Park
Matthews Haunted Trail
Prepare to be scared - the Matthews Haunted Trail is back again! Join us for a spooky good time as you walk along our 1/4-mile Haunted Trail. Watch out for clowns, zombies, monsters, and more!
Located on the Greenway Connector Trail behind the Community Center - 100 McDowell St East.
Ages 10+ recommended. $3/person.
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday -- Dates for 2018 are TBD. Check back here shortly!
Saturday
Sunday
Pawsitively Matthews
Presented by Jamison Realty -- A fun-filled day for dogs and their people!
*Pets are allowed for this event!* Over 50 pet-friendly vendors and exhibitors, Dare Devil Dogs Frisbee Shows, "Mutt Strut" Best Trick Contest, Matthews Police Department K9 Unit demonstration, adoptable dog parades, Beer & Wine Pawvillion - Sponsored by Sycamore Brewing, and more!
The Coconut Groove Band plays three sets on the main stage from 11:30am-4pm!
Saturday: November 3, 2018
Stumptown Park
Holiday Events
The Nutcracker
2018 tickets will go on sale Saturday November 3, 2018
Presented by Matthews Ballet and Dance.
Come get in the holiday spirit with the performance of the infamous Nutcracker Ballet!
Saturday: November 24, 2018
Performance at 7pm
Sunday: November 25, 2018
Performance at 3pm
Saturday: December 1, 2018
Performance at 7 pm
Sunday: December 2, 2018
Performance at 3pm
Matthews Community Center
Adults: $5 and children (12 and under): $3.
Tickets must be purchased at the Matthews Community Center - Space is limited! For more information call 704-321-7275
Sugar Plum Party
2018 tickets will go on sale Saturday November 3, 2018
Meet the cast of the Nutcracker after the performance while enjoying some decadent treats and refreshments!
Sunday: November 25, 2018
Matthews Community Center
Immediately following 3pm Nutcracker performance.
Sunday: December 2, 2018
McDowell Arts Center
Immediately following 3pm Nutcracker performance.
Price: $5 per person. Tickets must be purchased at the Matthews Community Center - Space is limited!
For more information call 704-321-7275
Hometown Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
A traditional small-town holiday celebration. An afternoon filled with holiday crafts, activities, entertainment and a tree lighting with lots of surprises! You won't want to miss it!
Saturday: December 1, 2018
Matthews Station St. (in front of Town Hall)
Breakfast with Santa
2018 tickets will go on sale Saturday November 3, 2018
Bring your camera and take your picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Come enjoy breakfast, a performance in the theater, and make a take-home holiday craft.
Matthews Community Center
$5 per person
December 8, 2018 - 9:00AM
December 8, 2018 - 10:45AM
December 15, 2018 - 9:00AM
December 15, 2018 - 10:45AM
Ages 2 to 8; tickets are $5 per person, at any seating (including adults).
Tickets must be purchased at the Matthews Community Center - Space is limited! For more information call 704-321-7275
Earth Day on the Greenway with Kids In Nature Day
Earth Day on the Greenway with Kids In Nature Day