Arts and Entertainment

Wall-to-wall trampolines vault kids skyward & foam pits provide safe, cushy landings under watchful eyes of court supervisors

Monthly educational kits spark kids' scientific curiosity with colorful lesson manuals & hands-on experiments designed by scientists

Three types of season passes grant unlimited access to mini golf & other family attractions, 15 pitching machines, or paintball village

New bike-sharing company outfits riders with fleet of bicycles at myriad stations & gift card gives access to cycling accessories

Expert guides introduce passengers to gentle manatees on three-hour snorkel excursion with equipment provided

Fully enclosed electric Avalon boats welcome 10-12 riders for three-hour jaunts on Lake Norman's placid waters

Talented national & local comics spin jokes to intimate venue of 74 seats

Boat rental haven equips explorers with iPod-compatible, 21-foot powerboat with radio & fish finder for tours of scenic Chesapeake Bay

Guides drive boats 8-12 miles into Gulf of Mexico to reel in catches such as snapper or sea bass with included bait, rod & reel

Enormous obstacles & 40 acres of woods await paintballers clutching Tippmann 98 Custom markers & 500 rounds of ammo