The teens had a great day riding the rides, it was our 2nd visit. On this visit, it had rained…read moreprior to our arrival and it was slated to rain throughout the day but thank God it didn't because they didn't wait longer than 10 minutes per ride There were also shows and a splash parade!! The bubble & laser show was entertaining!! T We also enjoyed the food at Blue Ridge Country Kitchen!! It was like having a home cooked meal at the end of an enjoyable day

We went on Memorial Day, and the park was reasonably busy. We were able to go on most of our…read morefavorite rides without standing in long lines. The staff were consistently respectful at each ride and made sure all riders were safe and securely fastened before the rides began. The only thing I didn't particularly enjoy was the cost of food and beverages. However, I appreciated that they had a refillable water station available, so I recommend bringing an empty reusable water bottle to refill there. All in all, the park was clean, and I appreciated the security at the entrance. Parking was easy since we paid extra for preferred parking. We had kids with us, so it made the walk to and from the car much more convenient.

Activate was a good time! You really need to prepare yourself for a workout because the simulations…read moreare physically taxing!! There are multiple rooms with different games to play. The staff was super friendly and explained the concept of the games. You can also watch a module on how the game should be played. Everyone should experience activate at least once, I brought my son here for his birthday and he and his friend had a blast. Everything seemed clean, my only gripe was the the hand sanitizer stations that they had set up were empty. Some of the games require you to touch balls and leave your hands feeling icky, maybe that's a me thing but why have sanitation stations set up that aren't working or empty. Note: If you go on weekdays it's only $24 per person. Anyhow, everything else was fun. If ever in the area we'll def come again!

Wow I loved this place! Came for a friends birthday on Friday around 10pm and had a blast. It was 7…read moreof us and we had an hour of play time. Lasers and hoops were easily my favorite, but some of the other strategy and memorization games were super challenging go and fun as well. Also, some of these games really get you to work up a sweat haha! Friendly staff, easy interface with wristband to enter game rooms, a couple of them took a few tries to get the hang of, but other than that, most were straightforward and loads of fun. This beats any escape room, hands down- it's more active, complex, and engaging for everyone, plus it's nice that you can choose which games to play as you break up into smaller groups. Or potentially meet other folks from different t groups! I can't wait to come back for MY celebration !! @azfitfoodfun

I highly recommend!!…read more Went out for a fun Friday at Frankies!! Enjoyed appetizers and drinks! Highly recommend the fried calamari!! Playing some game and I highly recommend coming on a Friday midday not too many children here and make great spot for some adult daytime fun! I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!!

This was my first time visiting and I had a really nice time. They have a variety of activities to…read moredo such as golf, bowling, arcade games, rides for kids , laser tag and go cart rides. I stopped at the bar and ordered something light truffle fries I give it a 10. I also tried the nachos and they were good too I give it a 10 too. The staff were super nice . My favorite part was the go cart ride it was so thrilling and long, I will make a special trip back to Charlotte just to go to this place. I searched and they have no locations in the DMV area.

Don't pay for a late check out. The cleaning people will keep coming to the door to clean. Someone…read morefrom the front desk will come to see if you need anything, so sleeping in is not going to happen. Over all the water park is fun but none of the pools are over 5' the kids get bored after a couple of hours. All the staff were awesome and welcoming. The dinner buffet needs work, not worth 25$ a person. The add ons were a great add however being grumpy from being woke up we didnt get to use all of it. The mining stays booked so get a reservation as soon as you get there. Game room the kids had a blast great staff.

Amazing place 2nd visit here. Brought my only grand of 2 and she had a ball. We love it hereread more

Fury is basically the sole reason I chose Carowinds over Dollywood on my trip back from Florida and…read moreit was every bit the bucket list coaster I expected it to be. WOW! I don't usually spring for Fast Lane either but seeing how it was Saturday and Opening Day where The Carolinas Come Together I shelled out mainly with this magnificent mechanical monstrosity in mind. I got in seven rides on this beautiful beast. Carowinds doesn't let you choose what row you want to ride but the luck of the draw eventually rewarded me with both the front and back rows. Front is very scenic. Carowinds still had some skeleton from Halloweekends laying on the ground at the end of the veeery looong first drop which was a nice touch. Front row had my eyes watering like crazy from all the air rushing by at such high speeds. It took several rides before I got anywhere near the rear of the train but when I did I landed in the very back row and Jesus Murphy! The way that train yanks you over the crest of the lift hill had my heart in my throat! That first drop is a doozy. I couldn't get enough of it. Nor of the rest of the ride. The huge overbanked turns, the airtime hills, the flyover and flyunder of the concourse leading to the park entrance, just the overall speed - Fury is the complete package. That tunnel under the walk up to the main entrance is so much better and more dramatic than Gatekeeper's keyholes up at Cedar Point, which doesn't seem like it should be the case since they're so cool looking and unique but this coaster is much faster, bigger and better. What a way for a park to announce itself. Fury is also much better than Cedar Point's giga coaster, Millennium Force. Better pacing and elements and you really feel those extra few feet in that first drop even if it lacks that beautiful Lake Erie setting. Because of this the Cedar Point fanboy in me is glad that Carowinds has nothing like Top Thrill 2. (Which I haven't ridden yet though I've been on its predecessor.) After 7 rides on Fury I'd place it as my third favorite coaster of all time, behind only RMC hybrids Iron Gwazi and Steel Vengeance. So I see why it won all those awards for Best Steel Coaster. It's got a great color scheme and lighting package too, even if short daylight and park hours kept me from getting a night ride in. As a Pistons fan I'm not a big fan of the blatant ripoff of the Charlotte Hornets for the theming but it's funny they don't get any royalties and even I have to admit the logo and hexagon hive theming look pretty cool. Hell, I almost bought a 70s style ringer Fury t-shirt with colored sleeves but they didn't have it in my size. Ride ops were top notch even on opening day. I imagine they staff this one with their best people. I don't know if I'll ever find myself at Carowinds again. I probably won't go out of my way unless they build at least two more amazing coasters but this one here is worth the trip if you've never been. And if I lived around here this one would keep me coming back.

This was a mental health day for me! I would ride this roller coaster for hours. The drop, speed…read moreand G-force are amazing.

Carowinds recently revamped their midway area and re-branded it the "County Fair" adding four new…read morerides with a small town carnival feel. One of those new attractions is the DoSiDo, and its a fun take on an amusement classic. In similar a fashion to most "scrambler" style rides you're placed in a two person seat and strapped in by a bar and belt. Each seat is attached along with its sibling carts to a large arm, which is then attached to the center tower. The ride starts up and you begin to spin in a circle on your individual arm while the entire apparatus spins as well. Just before it gets up to what you think would be top speed the arms tilt upwards! Your seat is now spinning at a 45 degree angle to the ground while the center spins parallel to it. It's just as much fun as the ground based version, but a little less intense. Somehow the tilt actual puts less force into each rotation while at an angle so it's rather nice. Exciting enough to enjoy, but gentle enough to relax while riding. Great ride for the whole family.

Came on a Tuesday with my niece who was visiting from Ohio. We are both first timers here and just…read moreread some things online. When we first got here at 11:30 it wasn't too crowded since the temperature was cool today, but it was quickly got busy. A little disappointed that they were short staffed as the staff member doing the Wax hands was also doing the bumper cars and he was busy for like an hour so the bumper cars were not running. The challenge zone is a joke. There are weeds, nets are broken for the basketball hoop and the little trampolines for the aero ball cover are with pine and so worn and shredded. We only found one ball and it was ripped and deflated. If I ever came back again, it would definitely be on a day that they have a special or a deal. Ropes course and zip line is definitely great for beginners kids or adults. I just feel like the price should not be charged fully is everything is not working and available.

Had our first trip to Mr. Putty's yesterday afternoon for a birthday activity with 7 family…read moremembers. We went explicitly for mini-golf and played one round of it, so this review is limited to that experience. The staff was pleasant and welcoming and the course was entertaining. As mentioned in some other reviews, there are holes where there is a risk that your ball will fall into flowing water but that did not present a problem for our group even though multiple balls fell victim. Overall, we had a great time. The crowd was very bearable and did not interrupt the flow of our game. On an advisory note, the golf course is pretty much open air so dress appropriately if it's a hot/sunny day. I look forward to going back for additional rounds of golf even though there is only one course. I'd also like to try my hand at the axe throwing. After our first visit, I would comfortably recommend.

WHY DID I WAIT SO MANY YEARS TO COME HERE!!!!…read more Wow, I had TOO much fun this year at the Carolina Renaissance Festival with a group of friends. We went on a Saturday around 11am and there was light traffic getting in, but it moved quickly and flowed smoothly. The parking situation was very organized and quick. The lot is massive but they have staff every step of the way so it was seamless. We walked a little ways to the entrance but everyone is in costume so the people watching started immediately and that was so fun! Before you even enter the gates to the festival they have some cool vendors out front. There was even the Tardis from Doctor Who and I lost my mind with excitement!!! I couldn't believe it!!! That encounter really set the pace for the rest of the day because I was on cloud 9 before we even entered the park!!!! Once we entered it was really like stepping back in time. The festival grounds were clean and the buildings looked in great shape. All the staff I encountered were kind and helpful. There's so much to see and eat. I thoroughly enjoyed a turkey leg, loaded baked potato, roasted pecans and pumpkin ale! Honestly, this was such a great time!!!! I cannot wait to go back next year. We left about 2:30 pm because we really had so much fun in such a short time. This worked out too because we completely avoided the traffic leaving. It was really a perfect trip! Soooooooooo much fun!!!!

This was my first ever time making it to the Ren Fest and I was very pleased with the experience!…read more Be warned, it's extremely busy and they will sell out so buy your tickets in advance. The car line to get in and out was quite long, but overall it's a smooth experience. Free parking, but you will end up walking about a mile to the entrance so comfortable shoes are a MUST. The main thing I wanted to experience was a turkey leg, and they did not disappoint! The price is definitely steep at $16 each, but they are huge and delicious. Cash only but ATMS are all around. Expect to wait in line for anything and everything and arrive early to any shows you want to see because seats fill up fast. I enjoyed the Witch Trial comedy show where they actually chose one of my friends as a volunteer and it was hilarious! The Joust was fun and had some unexpected twists, but the bleacher seats are sooooo uncomfortable. The Falconry show was my favorite. We got to interact with the Raven and give him tips. The birds fly super close to you and might even touch your head when going over. I'd recommend anyone visiting at least once! It's a worthwhile experience. Expect to spend a chunk of change, and you should definitely dress up! Of course, you won't stand out if you don't, so don't worry about that. Anyone will fit in here and feel welcomed by the environment.

Another fun addition to the new "County Fair" area at Carowinds is the simple yet delightful Rock'N…read moreRoller. No crazy flips or intricate tricks here, you pretty much just spin in a circle (simple premise with this one, I know.) Each guest is seated in a roller coaster-esque cart with a lap bar, up to 2 people per seat, and you go around the self contained loop. The platform is at an angle so there's some elevation change and there are man made bunny hops built into the track for a bit of extra excitement. As for the "rock" in the Rock'NRoller there's a pretty catchy 50's style soundtrack that plays while you go around. Really makes it feel like you're at an old carnival and not a modern amusement park. There isn't much else to say about this one, if you like rides that spin and some cool jams to listen to stop on by!

This ride isn't a thrill ride or unique by any means but it is a classic and throwback to the…read moreMyrtle Beach Boardwalk days or Coney Island when they were in their prime so I enjoy the nostalgia of it it and for that would give it 4 stars. I awarded the fifth star for every time we rode and/or walked by while the ride was going they were playing an Elvis song... because he is welll... The King that certainly earned the 5th star!!!

Visit date 2/23/2019- We really enjoyed! The race track was really big with much space. Inside the…read moreplace was big as well. They have adult and kids racing on the same track but at different times. While one is racing start on getting the next group ready. You have to pay $5.00 that cover your annual membership fee and it also come with a mask. Don't go there hungry. Now the food could be better. It just did not look right so we just had chips and soda. Location and everything else was perfect. You can have a birthday party's there

My sons and I had a fun time. We can on New Year's Eve I believe. Not many people/drivers. Compared…read moreto traditional, fuel-based go karting this place rocks! Cars are fast, responsive and racing was competitive. It was our first time to K-1, and the staff were helpful and friendly. Food available and fine too. Main issue we encountered was very slow sing-up/registering and payment when entering. There should have been two people working the front desk. Not cool to wait 30 min on a non-busy day just to get in. Maybe it was related to holiday staffing. Nevertheless, we left with smiles on our faces and will be back.