Things to do with toddlers in Toledo
Got a little one? These Toledo events are a great fit for toddlers (roughly ages 2–4).
Time for Tots
Interactive storytime with finger plays & songs for babies 18–36 months.
Lake Wylie Sewing Group
Lake Wylie Sewing Group at 185 Blucher Circle
Baby & Me
Bonding & early literacy for babies 6–18 months and caregivers.
Preschool Bookworms: Fall Session I
Story time with songs and activities for preschoolers at York County Library, Thursdays in Fall.
Brookdale Senior Living
Brookdale Senior Living at 1920 Ebenezer Rd
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Monthly puzzle swap at Fort Mill Library—bring gently used puzzles and take home new-to-you ones.
YCL Board: Policy Cmte Mtg
YCL Board: Policy Cmte Mtg at 138 East Black St
Hickory Grove
Hickory Grove at 4025 Peachtree St.
Sensory Storytime
Sensory-friendlySensory-friendly storytime with books, songs, movement, and tactile activities.
White Oak Manor
White Oak Manor at 1915 Ebenezer Rd
Little Explorers 10:30-11:30am
Nature exploration program for little adventurers at Lake Haigler.
The Bros. Landreth: Tumbling Wild Tour 2026
The Bros. Landreth: Tumbling Wild Tour 2026 at Neighborhood Theatre Tap Room
Once Upon a Lap
Storytime with songs & fingerplays for babies birth–23 months at York County Library.
Movers & Shakers
Stories, songs, rhymes & movement for preschoolers at Mooresville Public Library.
Movers & Shakers (West)
Stories, songs, rhymes & movement for preschoolers at Mooresville Public Library.
Little Explorers 9-10am
Nature exploration program for little adventurers at Lake Haigler.
Toddler Playdate
Toddler playdate with toys and games at York County Library for ages 12–35 months.
Time for Tots (West)
Interactive storytime with finger plays & songs for babies 18–36 months.
Itty-Bitty Bookworms
Stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement for babies and toddlers up to age 3.
Preschool Storytime
Interactive storytime with books, songs & rhymes for preschoolers at York County Library.
Stories from the Streets
Stories from the Streets at 138 East Black St
Kempton
Kempton at 1611 Constitution Blvd
Chandler Place Independent Living
Chandler Place Independent Living at 745 Dilworth Ln
Westminster Towers
Westminster Towers at 1330 India Hook Rd.
Avery Lake Head Start
Avery Lake Head Start at 100 Lestina Ct.
Catawba Senior Center
Catawba Senior Center at 1612 Reservation Rd
Let's Craft Together - Crocheted Tree Ornament
Let's Craft Together - Crocheted Tree Ornament at 1818 2nd Baxter Crossing
Under 3 Storytime Tuesdays 10am
Storytime for babies and toddlers under 3 with songs and picture books.
Mahjong at Main
Mahjong at Main at 304 South Main Street
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga at 185 Blucher Circle
Under 3 Storytime Wednesdays 10am
Storytime for babies and toddlers under 3 with caregivers (lottery registration).
Preschool Storytime
Early literacy & kindergarten-readiness storytime for preschoolers at Iredell County Library.
Meditation at the Mint
Meditation at the Mint at Mint Museum Uptown
Mat Yoga (West)
Mat Yoga (West) at 614 Brawley School Road
Little Learners
Outdoor water-play program for littlest learners at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.
Wine on Wednesdays
Wine on Wednesdays at Mint Museum Uptown
Itty-Bitty Bookworms: Fall Session I: A
Stories, songs, and activities for babies and toddlers with caregivers.
Free Wednesday Evenings
Free evening museum visits at Mint Museum Uptown & Randolph in Charlotte.
New Hope Carolinas
New Hope Carolinas at 101 Sedgewood Dr.
SAINT LEVANT - AFANDI WORLD TOUR
SAINT LEVANT - AFANDI WORLD TOUR at The Underground
I Spy Zoo
Weekly I-Spy challenge at Mooresville Public Library—search a bulletin board for zoo animals.
Lake Wylie Assisted Living
Lake Wylie Assisted Living at 4877 Charlotte Hwy
Preschool STEAM
Hands-on STEAM learning for preschoolers with caregivers at Mooresville Public Library.
Music on Main
Free live music series on Pineville's Town Hall lawn—family-friendly outdoor concerts.
Toddler Storytime
Early literacy storytime for babies & toddlers 18–36 months at Iredell County Library.
Not Your Momma's Book Club
Not Your Momma's Book Club at 304 South Main Street
Preschool STEAM (West)
Hands-on STEAM learning for preschoolers with caregivers at West branch library.
Chapter Two Book Club
Chapter Two Book Club at 21 East Liberty St.
Wellmore
Wellmore at 111 Wellmore Dr.
Primrose School of Fort Mill
Primrose School of Fort Mill at 1212 Gold Hill Rd.
Fresh Air Hour at Anne Springs Close Greenway
Outdoor gathering at Anne Springs Close Greenway for fresh-air fun.
Preschool Storytime
Songs, stories, and crafts designed for preschoolers and caregivers.
MPL Fiber Arts Group
MPL Fiber Arts Group at 304 South Main Street
Mariachi El Bronx: You Ése Tour
Mariachi El Bronx: You Ése Tour at The Carolina
Novels at Night Book Club
Novels at Night Book Club at 304 South Main Street
Alicia Villarreal - Bendita Locura Tour 2026
Alicia Villarreal - Bendita Locura Tour 2026 at The Fillmore Charlotte
Adult Enrichment Center - Fort Mill
Adult Enrichment Center - Fort Mill at 601 Springcrest Dr
Lewis Family Gallery
Lewis Family Gallery at Mint Museum Uptown
Thomas Train - All Day Pass, Thomas & Friends
All-day Thomas & Friends experience at the NC Transportation Museum with unlimited train rides.
Ballet & Bookworms
Storytime comes alive as little ones dance and explore stories through movement with Bella Ballerina.
Basic Computer Skills for Adults (West)
Basic Computer Skills for Adults (West) at 614 Brawley School Road
FabFest
Multi-day festival in Charlotte featuring crafts, food & family fun.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga at 304 South Main Street
Learning for Littles
Nature-based learning program for young children at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Mahjong at West
Mahjong at West at 614 Brawley School Road
Live Music at the Greenway Canteen
Live music at Greenway Canteen by Lake Haigler—casual outdoor concert fun.
Day Out With Thomas (TM), Thomas & Friends
Meet Thomas the Tank Engine at the NC Transportation Museum with rides, activities & photo ops.
Story Time @ Union Road
Songs, stories, and activities for preschoolers at Union Road Branch Library.
Yoga on the Lawn
Yoga on the Lawn at Mint Museum Randolph
Bank of America Museums on Us
Free admission to Mint Museum thanks to Bank of America Museums on Us program.
Pickin’ on the Porch
Pickin’ on the Porch at Trailhead
WC-50 Ultra Trail Marathon
WC-50 Ultra Trail Marathon
Donkey Meet & Greet
Donkey Meet & Greet at Dairy Barn Entrance
Stitched Together | Community Conversations with Corey Pemberton: Living Well
Free community conversation and gallery tour at Mint Museum Uptown.
Richard Sheltra Memorial 10K, 5K, & Fun Run
Family-friendly 10K, 5K, and fun run at Lake Park in Pineville.
Fall Artisan Market
Fall artisan market at Anne Springs Close Greenway—handmade crafts & goods.
Inspired Art
Families discover new art forms each month and take home original creations at the library.
All Ages Creation Corner (West)
Monthly rotating art activities for all ages at Mooresville Library's West location.
UNC Charlotte 49ers Football vs. Memphis Tigers Football
Watch college football: UNC Charlotte 49ers take on Memphis Tigers at Jerry Richardson Stadium.
Free Guided Docent Tour
Free guided tour through beautiful gardens and nature trails at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Roots + Rhythm
Music and nature combine at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden's Roots + Rhythm event.
All Ages Creation Corner
Monthly rotating art activities for all ages at Mooresville Public Library.
Charlotte 49ers vs. Memphis
Watch the Charlotte 49ers take on Memphis in college football.
Carolina Renaissance Festival
Multi-week Renaissance Festival with period entertainment, crafts, and interactive activities through November.
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Carolina Panthers v Detroit Lions
Watch the Carolina Panthers take on the Detroit Lions at Bank of America Stadium.
Visual Harvest Art Show Kick-Off
Art show kickoff at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden featuring local artists and beautiful gardens.
Miracle Park
Miracle Park at 1005 Eden Terrace
Fall Break Camp at the Children’s Farm
Fall Break Camp at Crandall Bowles Children's Farm—hands-on farm activities.
The Palmetto School
The Palmetto School at 1234 Flint Street Ext.
ESL Conversation Groups
ESL Conversation Groups at Computer Lab
Academy of Young Scholars
Academy of Young Scholars at 1446 Mt. Gallant Rd.
The Diamond Art Circle - diamond art painting for beginners & enthusiasts
The Diamond Art Circle - diamond art painting for beginners & enthusiasts at 1818 2nd Baxter Crossing
DnD for Adults
DnD for Adults at Statesville Library Meeting Room
Pre-K Play
Sensory-friendlyMonthly sensory play sessions for toddlers and preschoolers at Iredell County Library.
Charlotte Hornets v Brooklyn Nets (Preseason)
Watch the Charlotte Hornets take on Brooklyn in a preseason matchup at Spectrum Center.
Yoga at the Mint
Yoga at the Mint at Mint Museum Uptown
TAB Meeting
TAB Meeting at 304 South Main Street
What Are You Reading? Book Club
What Are You Reading? Book Club at Statesville Library Meeting Room
Willow Bend Neighborhood
Visit the Bookmobile in Willow Bend to borrow books and enjoy mobile library services.
Free Art Kits: Scratch Art
Free scratch-art kit activity at Mint Museum Randolph for families.
Sprouts at Stowe
Nature-based early-learning program at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Preschool Art (West)
Preschoolers enjoy storytime and crafts at Mooresville Public Library's West branch.
Preschool Art
Preschoolers enjoy storytime and crafts at Mooresville Public Library each month.
Ecosave 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race
Watch the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race live at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Seasonal Intentions Workshop
Seasonal Intentions Workshop at Greenway Gateway
Jeepers Creepers Race
Jeepers Creepers Race
Get to Know the Greenway Van Tour
Van tour of Anne Springs Close Greenway—explore the nature preserve.
Brian Simpson
Brian Simpson at Middle C Jazz
Halloween Costume Swap
Swap gently used Halloween costumes at Mooresville Public Library—perfect if your kid's outgrown theirs.
Charlotte FC vs. FC Dallas
Watch Charlotte FC take on FC Dallas at Bank of America Stadium.
Blue Cross NC 300 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series
NASCAR racing action at Charlotte Motor Speedway with the Blue Cross NC 300.
Closed Sundays
Closed Sundays
Charlotte Hornets v Milwaukee Bucks (Preseason)
Charlotte Hornets NBA preseason basketball—see pro athletes up close at Spectrum Center.
Bank of America 400 NASCAR Cup Series
NASCAR Cup Series racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway—high-speed thrills for the whole family.
The Art of Reading: “You Dreamed of Empires”
The Art of Reading: “You Dreamed of Empires” at Mint Museum Randolph
Carolina Renaissance Festival and Artisan Marketplace II
Renaissance faire with artisan marketplace, costumes & entertainment.
Winnie the Pooh's 100th Birthday Party
Celebrate Winnie the Pooh's 100th birthday with cake, games, and stuffies at Statesville Library.
Charlotte VegFest
Plant-based food festival celebrating vegetarian & vegan cuisine.
Fall For Matthews
Fall For Matthews festival—seasonal family fun in Matthews.
Friends Meeting
Friends Meeting at 304 South Main Street
Drop In Art at Mint Museum Randolph
Free drop-in art activities for kids at Mint Museum Randolph.
Center for Prevention Services Presents: Digital Impact Photo Gallery
Free family-friendly photo gallery at Mint Museum celebrating digital impact.
Master Gardeners: Houseplants & Plant Swap
Master Gardeners: Houseplants & Plant Swap at Statesville Library Meeting Room
Little Explorers 9:30-10:30am
Little Explorers nature program at Anne Springs Close Greenway.
Pineville Fall Fest
Town fall festival in Pineville with family activities and seasonal fun.
Leaves of Literature Book Club
Leaves of Literature Book Club
Baby Storytime
Cozy storytime for infants and caregivers focusing on early literacy at Iredell County Library.
Birding Walks
Birding Walks at Visitor Pavilion
Pop-up Class: Move. Rise. Outside.
Pop-up Class: Move. Rise. Outside. at Greenway Gateway Lawn at Lake Haigler Entrance
Shared Flow Yoga
Shared Flow Yoga at Greenway Gateway
Goat Yoga
Goat Yoga at Anne Springs Close Greenway—yoga with friendly goats.
Sound Bath Series
Sound Bath Series at Mint Museum Uptown
Mindful Looking | Corey Pemberton: Living Well
Mindful Looking | Corey Pemberton: Living Well at Mint Museum Uptown
Morbidly Curious Book Club
Morbidly Curious Book Club at Statesville Library Meeting Room
ArtBreak
ArtBreak at Mint Museum Randolph
Curator Conversation | Brilliant by Design: The Handbags of Judith Leiber
Curator Conversation | Brilliant by Design: The Handbags of Judith Leiber at Mint Museum Randolph
Master Naturalist Advanced Training: Fungi and Their Decomposing Allies
Master Naturalist Advanced Training: Fungi and Their Decomposing Allies at Bob Reid Field Trial Barn at Adventure Road Entrance
Members-Only Preview of Brilliant by Design: The Handbags of Judith Leiber
Members-Only Preview of Brilliant by Design: The Handbags of Judith Leiber at Mint Museum Randolph
Tea & Spice Book Club
Tea & Spice Book Club at Statesville Library Meeting Room
Party in the Park: Celebrating 90 years of The Mint Museum
Free celebration of the Mint Museum's 90th anniversary with family-friendly activities.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Carolina Panthers—cheer for NFL action at Bank of America Stadium.
Cars + Coffee
Family-friendly trunk-or-treat celebration at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Family Farm Day: Halloween
Halloween farm activities at Greenway Farm & Stables in Fort Mill.
Learning for Littles
Outdoor storytime and nature exploration for babies and toddlers at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden.
Homeschool Series: Wildlife Super Senses (Grades 4 + 5)
Homeschool Series: Wildlife Super Senses (Grades 4 + 5)
Homeschool Series: Nature’s Winter Survival Challenge (Grades 2 +3)
Homeschool Series: Nature’s Winter Survival Challenge (Grades 2 +3)
Classics on the Rocks
Classics on the Rocks at Statesville Library Meeting Room
Artist Talk: Constellation CLT with Grace Stott
Artist Talk: Constellation CLT with Grace Stott at Mint Museum Uptown
A Shot in the Dark Night Trail Race- Huger, SC
A Shot in the Dark Night Trail Race- Huger, SC
Specialty Ramen
Specialty Ramen at Statesville Library Meeting Room
Gravelanche Gravel Cycling Race- Huger, SC
Gravelanche Gravel Cycling Race- Huger, SC
Springmaid Trail Race
Springmaid Trail Race at Greenway Gateway
Denver Broncos at Carolina Panthers
Watch the Denver Broncos take on the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium.
Evening Power Yoga
Evening Power Yoga at Founders Dairy Barn at Dairy Barn Entrance
Mindful Slow Flow Yoga
Mindful Slow Flow Yoga at Founders Dairy Barn at Dairy Barn Entrance
Evening Unwind Yoga
Evening Unwind Yoga at Founders Dairy Barn at Dairy Barn Entrance
A Shot in the Dark Night Trail Race
A Shot in the Dark Night Trail Race
Second Saturday Service 2026
Second Saturday Service 2026
Family Night: Willy Wonka
Family movie night featuring Willy Wonka at Iredell County Public Library.
Garden Photography Walk
Garden Photography Walk at Visitor Pavilion
Members Only Sustainable Swap: Regifting
Members Only Sustainable Swap: Regifting at Visitor Pavilion
The Art of Reading: “Theo of Golden”
The Art of Reading: “Theo of Golden” at Mint Museum Uptown
Let the Music Play: Steinway Residency Series
Let the Music Play: Steinway Residency Series at Mint Museum Uptown
Baltimore Ravens at Carolina Panthers
NFL game: Baltimore Ravens vs. Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium.
Anne Springs Close Greenway is Closed
Anne Springs Close Greenway is Closed
Craft and Curl
Craft and Curl
Mint 2 Move: Día de las Velitas
Mint 2 Move: Día de las Velitas celebrates Colombian traditions at Mint Museum Uptown.
Winter Holiday Market
Winter Holiday Market at Anne Springs Close Greenway.
Forest Bathing
Forest Bathing
Skate and Date
Social skating event at U.S. National Whitewater Center.
Night Owl Trail Race
Night Owl Trail Race at Lake Haigler Entrance
Channel the Holidays 5K, 1 Mile & Kids Run
Holiday-themed 5K, 1-mile run, and kids' race at U.S. National Whitewater Center.
Holiday Family Farm Day
Holiday Family Farm Day at Greenway Farm & Stables—seasonal farm fun for families.
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers
New Orleans Saints at Carolina Panthers—pro football at Bank of America Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals at Carolina Panthers
Watch the Cincinnati Bengals take on the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium.
Track Santa on His Magical Journey Around the World 🎅🏻
Follow Santa's Christmas Eve journey around the world on NORAD's live tracker.
Seattle Seahawks at Carolina Panthers
Seattle Seahawks at Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium
Rocky Road Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K
Family-friendly half marathon, 10K, and 5K race at the Whitewater Center.
Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers
Atlanta Falcons at Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium
The Art of Reading: “The Glassmaker”
The Art of Reading: “The Glassmaker” at Mint Museum Randolph
The Art of Reading: “The Glassmaker”
The Art of Reading: “The Glassmaker” at Mint Museum Uptown
The Art of Reading: “The Warmth of Other Suns”
The Art of Reading: “The Warmth of Other Suns” at Mint Museum Uptown
Color Me Green 5K Trail Race
Trail 5K race at the U.S. National Whitewater Center with festive color theme.
The Whole Enchilada MTB Race
The Whole Enchilada MTB Race
New South Trail Marathon
New South Trail Marathon
Tuck Fest
Festival at the Whitewater Center with live music, food, and outdoor activities.
Memorial Day Celebration
Holiday celebration with live music and festivities at the Whitewater Center.
Brew Dash
Brew Dash
Fourth of July Celebration
Fourth of July festivities with live music at the U.S. National Whitewater Center.
Tread, White & Blue 5K Trail Race
5K trail race at U.S. National Whitewater Center.
Amphibious Duathlon
Amphibious Duathlon
More events outside the Charlotte area
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Fort Mill Cooperative Preschool
Fort Mill Cooperative Preschool at 2721 Old Nation Rd.
297 Entertainment presents Savannah Dexter - Damage Control Tour
297 Entertainment presents Savannah Dexter - Damage Control Tour at The Premier
Deacon Black Rock & Roll Party
Deacon Black Rock & Roll Party at The Premier
Sick Fest 1
Sick Fest 1 at The Premier
Gardner Webb Bulldogs Football vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers Football
College football: Gardner Webb Bulldogs vs. Eastern Illinois Panthers.
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- What can I do with a toddler in Toledo?
- Library story times, toddler play groups, children's museums, and gentle family events — this list filters to what suits ages 2–4.