University City Partners announces the return of Charlotte Kids Fest on October 4

September 4, 2025

Deeandra Michel,

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – University City Partners and KidsStreet Urgent Care announced the return of its annual Charlotte Kids Fest, the celebration tailored to expand entertainment options for children and families across Charlotte.

Guests can expect an unforgettable day filled with live performances, hands-on activities, and interactive experiences that spark creativity, curiosity, and joy for kids of all ages.

The event is free and will take place at the Shoppes at University Place on Saturday, October 4, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Parking can be found at the JW Clay light rail station on 9325 JW Clay Blvd. For more information and FAQs, guests can visit https://charlottekidsfest.org/.

Designed with kids and families top of mind, the festival will feature several different dynamic activities, also known as zones, each made to engage, inspire, and entertain young audiences:

The Create Zone will spark imagination, with hands-on crafts and interactive workshops.
In the Discover Zone, children can experience the magic of live performance built to be both interactive and inspiring.
The Play Zone will be filled with outdoor games, sports, and friendly competitions.
Rounding out the experience, the Go Zone will give kids the thrill of getting up close to big construction and emergency vehicles.

Beyond the activations, guests will also have the opportunity to support local businesses, with food trucks on-site from popular University City favorites and unique shopping experiences from Charlotte-based vendors.

“The future is rooted in our children and the key to building strong communities starts with them,” said Keith Stanley, CEO and President of University City Partners. “Charlotte Kids Fest is more than a day of fun, it’s about creating space for the families of Charlotte to connect, making sure every child in our city feels seen, supported, and part of something bigger.”

University City Partners has joined forces with a variety of neighborhood organizations and vendors to bring this exciting day to life. This year, the title sponsor is KidsStreet Urgent Care, University City’s newest clinic, offering convenient and affordable care for the whole family, including newborns, seven days a week. Other key partners include Parks Chevrolet Charlotte and Walmart.