Spend Time with Dad in University City

Jun 3, 2024 | Uncategorized

This Father’s Day, make Dad feel special with a number of fun, laid-back, or serene activities in University City. From hot rods to fishing holes, laid-back strolls, and teeing off, there’s tons to do with Dad in University City. 

Cars & Coffee

On June 15, Charlotte Motor Speedway will host a free “cruise-in” event from 8-11 a.m. Car owners and enthusiasts gather here monthly to share their passion for cars and showcase their prized classics, customs, and hot rods. Full details here. 

Take a Stroll

University City is packed with serene surroundings, from nature centers to greenway trails, plus calming, gorgeous surroundings at Latta Nature Preserve and Reedy Creek Park. 

Make a Tee Time

PXG Charlotte offers private, climate-controlled fitting bays with a virtual golf simulator and launch monitor to evaluate your golf game and accuracy. Treat Dad to a fitting experience this Father’s Day and get a dozen PXG Extreme Golf Balls for free.

Cast a Line

Reedy Creek and Latta Nature Preserve are both great places to seek out fishing holes near University City. Need a rod and reel? You can borrow one for the day at participating nature centers.

Rock & Roll

The weekend after Father’s Day, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, and more take their timeless classics to PNC Music Pavilion for Outlaw Fest. 



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