Celebrating Grandparents’ Day: Fun Activities and Events

Celebrating Grandparents’ Day is more than just another obligation on a calendar. It’s an opportunity to honor the legacy of a family. Grandparents’ Day has been honored annually since 1979 when President Jimmy Carter signed it into law. This year, Grandparents’ Day falls on Sunday September 8.

This is a great time to gather your family to partake in intergenerational activities that will have lasting benefits for everyone. For seniors, intergenerational relationships reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, which can be a key factor of depression. For kids, these relationships can aid in the development of social skills and building a respect for people older than them.

Spending time together is often the best way to celebrate. Here are some activities and places around Morganton we recommend checking out this Grandparents’ Day:

Catawba Meadows Park
This park is packed with activities for the whole family, from the 2.5 mile long greenway, beach volleyball courts, disc golf, adventure playgrounds, and the Beanstalk Zipline. There is so much fun to be had here.

Morganton General Store
Enjoy a step into the past at the Morganton General Store. Find a sweet treat or an engaging activity for the whole family to enjoy.

The Orchard at Altapass
Apple picking in WNC? Sign us up! The Orchard at Altapass is home to a general store, live music, a butterfly garden, food, trails, and of course, apple picking. Spend the day at the Orchard and enjoy it’s breathtaking views.

Fonta Flora Brewing
Fonta Flora is a staple of Morganton. Between the taproom downtown and the Whippoorwill Farm in Nebo, you can be sure to find the right space to enjoy the afternoon with your family.

Lake James
The lake is a great place to hang out on a late summer day. Hike, bike, or swim and appreciate the great outdoors with your family at this beautiful lake.

Grandfather Mountain
An adventure across the Mile High Swinging Bridge at Grandfather Mountain is just one of the many things you can do at Grandfather Mountain. Explore the wilderness, learn about the habitats of local animals, and spend some time at the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Grandfather Mountain is a destination for the whole family!

Mount Mitchell
Take a road trip to the top of Mount Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. Take in the unforgettable views and enjoy the beauty of the earth with your family.

There are many family-friendly places to explore in anda round Morganton for Grandparents’ Day. Gather your family together to celebrate multi-generational families.

Grace Ridge Retirement Community is located in Morganton, North Carolina where residents are free to explore new experiences in one of the most beautiful regions of the country. To learn more about our beautiful community, contact us here.

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