The White Cheddar Puffs have been a staple in my house for years. They are a crunchy like a Cheeto puff with a nice cheddar taste. I buy a handful of bags every month when we do a TJs run because everyone loves snacking on these and for $1.99 a bag it's worth it to stock up. My kids would take down an entire bag in one sitting if I'd let them.

With themes including slime, dinosaurs, glow-in-the-dark and kids' favorite characters and games kids will love birthday parties at Atomz Lab. Kids will experiment with the science behind the party's theme, like making sugar scrubs at the spa parties or see their slime glow in the black-lit lab. Party packages are hassle free for parents.

Dance and sing your date night away at a Howl at the Moon show, during which singers and musicians will perform your favorites from the 80s, 90s and today. See the web site for daily specials and theme events.

Test your collective knowledge with a date at one of Angry Ale's Trivia nights. With theme nights like Pop Culture or Name That Tune, prizes and drink specials, Angry Ale's has something that can meet everyone's interest and keep the competition light and fun.

Couples who love the outdoors can combine that passion with date night with the Adventure Dining events offered by the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Throughout the year couples can kayak, paddleboard or zipline then enjoy a dinner curated especially for the excursion.

For couples who like to up the excitement on date nights, check out one of the the Axe Club of America's Charlotte locations for a date you'll be talking about for a long time. Axe-throwing is a fun way to add some competition and physical activity to your time together. Don't be nervous about doing something new - an Axe Coach will teach you to throw.

An intimate cocktail bar on the 15th floor of the Ritz Carlton Hotel, the speakeasy vibe of the Punch Room makes for a special date night for cocktail lovers. The bar's menu is a showcase of handcrafted cocktails and punches made with small-batch liquors and local herbs, fruits and vegetables. The Punch Room seats a limited amount of guests.

Game-loving couples may enjoy board and video game nights hosted by Potions & Pixels at various locations around Charlotte. Bringing a mix of old and new games, Potions & Pixels's events offer friendly competition in a social environment, giving you an opportunity to get out together and play games with other couples.

From mini golf to go-karts to ice skating kids can have their pick of activities for their birthday party at the Speedpark at Concord Mills. The starting package includes one choice of a fun attraction, use of a covered party area, snacks and drinks, and goody bags.