Things to do over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day long weekend in North Carolina (Updated 2026)

City Tour
Step back in time and explore the roots of the Blue Ridge Mountains! This is Perfect for all ages, this experience is equal parts education,...
$94

Mountain spa retreat near Asheville with sauna, steam, tubs, and a complete mountain relaxation experience. The one and only Asheville area spa offering a unique...
$130

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Chapel Hill, NC....
$15

Greensboro True Crime Tour
Explore the dark side of Greensboro's history. From mental institution escapees murdering a taxi driver, to one of Greensboro's most chilling serial murderers, to the...
$19

Come enjoy a fun night out learning more about historic Wilmington and stopping for drinks along the way. Enjoys a guided history tour through historic...
$30

Explore the haunted history of New Bern on a captivating 90-minute ghost tour. This adventure takes you to the city's most haunted homes and burial...
$28

Your adventure begins as you lift off from Dare Co Airport, where you'll quickly climb above the breathtaking waters of the Roanoke Sound. Fly over...
$97

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of the River Arts District, where history, artistry, and resilience come to life. This community has...
$5

The Original Raleigh Ghost Walk
Otherworldly slimy entities lurking in the sewers, the ghostly shaking sounds of a train crash, long-dead restauranteurs still guiding their business' direction long after their...
$21

Explore Asheville’s Music Scene! Yesterday and Today! We will tell you about Asheville’s connections to members of national and regional Music Halls of Fame. You...
$30

In 1898, North Carolina's government was overthrown by a white supremacist coup - the only successful coup d'état in American history. Wilmington saw the worst...
$20

True Crime Tour of Wilmington
Explore the dark side of Wilmington's history - from disturbing murders in dark alleys to a murder trial turned international spy controversy to deadly arson...
$20

Durham Ghost Walk
Explore the spooky side of Durham's history on this tour of the city's most haunted locations. From the disgraced sons of tobacco giants who continue...
$19

The Mint Museum in Charlotte, NC, invites visitors to explore two dynamic locations showcasing a diverse array of art collections. From contemporary installations to historical...
$15

Journey into the depths of old Wilmington on an eerie and entertaining 90-minute adventure to some of historic Wilmington's most actively haunted homes and burial...
$27

As the only ghost tour in the city that stops at a cemetery, we are ready to give you an experience you won't forget! We...
$25

Let the story of the Wright Brothers uplift you on this self-guided driving tour of the Carolina Dunes, where they made their first flight. Find...
$13

This guide is hosted by a local historian who will provide you a unique perspective on Raleigh's African American History. The guide has worked as...
$19

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Uptown Charlotte. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime...
$75

Discover the charm of Uptown Charlotte on an unforgettable one-hour adventure on Rydables—fun, 4-wheeled scooters dressed like stuffed animals! Hop on a unicorn, a dragon...
$69

