On Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22, step into a real-life fairy tale in Belmont, NC. For one magical spring weekend, the gardens transform into a kingdom of imagination, where princesses, knights, mermaids, fairies, and brave adventurers of all ages are invited to arrive in royal attire and rule the day.

Wander beneath budding trees and discover hands-on crafts, interactive activities, and enchanting surprises designed to spark creativity and wonder. Take a carriage ride to Then, claim your crown at the breathtaking Prairie Castle Playground — a three-story medieval-inspired playscape unlike anything else in the region. With winding slides, climbing nets, elevated walkways, and hidden nooks, this grand structure blends whimsical castle design with active outdoor exploration. Thoughtfully designed for inclusion, the first two levels are fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring every child can join the adventure.

Beyond the castle, continue your journey along the shaded half-mile Adventure Trail, where forest pathways lead to imaginative spaces that encourage curiosity, movement, and discovery in nature. It’s the kind of place where stories unfold naturally and where children’s laughter becomes part of the landscape.

Perfect for families seeking spring events in Belmont, NC, this immersive weekend invites you to dress up, explore freely, and create magical memories together in one of the region’s most beautiful garden settings.

FULL WEEKEND ITINERARY
📖 10:15 AM | Story time for Littles
🎨 11 AM – 3 PM | Complimentary Creative Crafts
🛡️ 11 AM – 1 PM | Guardians of the Castle: Family Shield Workshop + Display ($ Fee Required)
🎭 11 AM – 3 PM | Renaissance Fun with Gravity Check Juggling (Saturday, Mar 21)
🐴 12 PM – 3 PM | Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides with Southern Breezes Carriages ($ Fee Required)

All day fun:
🧚 A fairy-themed scavenger hunt with a keepsake prize!
🎠 Plush hobby horses and foam swords for imaginative play in the Castle Field; little knights can gallop and defend their kingdom!
👸 Costumed characters like princesses, fairies and gnomes; you can dress up too and be part of the magic!
🌲 Discover every hands-on play room on our Adventure Trail!
🏰 Climb, explore and make your own fairytale stories on our Prairie Castle Playground!
🍧 Grab a cool beverage or sweet treat from our Prairie Canteen or a local frozen treat cart, and a tasty bite in the Big Leaf Cafe or from a local food truck

Family Activities, Nature

Fairy Tale Weekend

March 21 @ 10:00 am - March 22 @ 3:00 pm

Daniel Stowe Conservancy

On Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22, step into a real-life fairy tale in Belmont, NC. For one magical spring weekend, the gardens transform into a kingdom of imagination, where princesses, knights, mermaids, fairies, and brave adventurers of all ages are invited to arrive in royal attire and rule the day.

Wander beneath budding trees and discover hands-on crafts, interactive activities, and enchanting surprises designed to spark creativity and wonder. Take a carriage ride to Then, claim your crown at the breathtaking Prairie Castle Playground — a three-story medieval-inspired playscape unlike anything else in the region. With winding slides, climbing nets, elevated walkways, and hidden nooks, this grand structure blends whimsical castle design with active outdoor exploration. Thoughtfully designed for inclusion, the first two levels are fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring every child can join the adventure.

Beyond the castle, continue your journey along the shaded half-mile Adventure Trail, where forest pathways lead to imaginative spaces that encourage curiosity, movement, and discovery in nature. It’s the kind of place where stories unfold naturally and where children’s laughter becomes part of the landscape.

Perfect for families seeking spring events in Belmont, NC, this immersive weekend invites you to dress up, explore freely, and create magical memories together in one of the region’s most beautiful garden settings.

FULL WEEKEND ITINERARY
📖 10:15 AM | Story time for Littles
🎨 11 AM – 3 PM | Complimentary Creative Crafts
🛡️ 11 AM – 1 PM | Guardians of the Castle: Family Shield Workshop + Display ($ Fee Required)
🎭 11 AM – 3 PM | Renaissance Fun with Gravity Check Juggling (Saturday, Mar 21)
🐴 12 PM – 3 PM | Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides with Southern Breezes Carriages ($ Fee Required)

All day fun:
🧚 A fairy-themed scavenger hunt with a keepsake prize!
🎠 Plush hobby horses and foam swords for imaginative play in the Castle Field; little knights can gallop and defend their kingdom!
👸 Costumed characters like princesses, fairies and gnomes; you can dress up too and be part of the magic!
🌲 Discover every hands-on play room on our Adventure Trail!
🏰 Climb, explore and make your own fairytale stories on our Prairie Castle Playground!
🍧 Grab a cool beverage or sweet treat from our Prairie Canteen or a local frozen treat cart, and a tasty bite in the Big Leaf Cafe or from a local food truck

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When
March 21 @ 10:00 am - March 22 @ 3:00 pm
Place

Daniel Stowe Conservancy

6500 S New Hope Rd
Belmont, NC 28012 United States
Cost
$10 – $17

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