burlington nc things to do,

Burlington is a city with many fun things to do. There are different events and activities for the whole family to enjoy, so you’re never bored! Here’s our list of top ten favorite things to do in Burlington this summer: * Check out the free summer concerts at Waterfall Park! * Visit a cool museum. There are seven museums in Burlington: The Governor Morehead Memorial Museum, Greensboro Science Center, NC Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, Guilford College Historic Campus Visitor’s Center & Gallery, UNC-Greensboro Cultural Arts and Conference Center Exhibition Galleries, Duke Homestead Gardens and Farmsteads. *

Watch an outdoor movie under the stars with family or friends! Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to watch films like “Beauty and the Beast” on July 27th at Thomasville Heights UMC; “Wonder Woman” on August 17th from Southern Village Baptist Church parking lot; “SpongeBob Squarepants: The Movie” on September 29th at Thomasville Heights UMC; and “Moana” October 27th from Southern Village Baptist Church parking lot. * Check out a live music performance during the summer! There are many free concerts in Burlington this year, including with local bands such as Catfish & Bones, Karma Fields (pictured above), River City Junction, Matt Plessing Band and more. * Spend time by the water- there’s plenty of that here! Visit Lake James State Park for fishing or boating or take your kids to play at Pollocksville Beach where you’ll find volleyball courts, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, picnic shelters/grills and much more! Pollocksville is also home