Last updated: 2025-04-22
Monroe offers indoor entertainment that keeps locals and visitors engaged year-round. From craft brewing experiences to educational centers, the city provides diverse options for those seeking shelter from unpredictable weather or simply looking for unique local activities.
Whether you’re a student exploring campus libraries, a sports enthusiast ready to bowl, or a beer lover wanting to sample local brews, Monroe’s indoor scene offers something for every interest and age group.
Discover Monroe’s best indoor adventures right here!
Featured Indoor Activities in Monroe
- Monroe Bowling Center
- Union County Public Library - Monroe Branch
- Sweet Union Brewing
- Southern Range Brewing Company
- The Courthouse Self Pour
- The Bottle Factory of Monroe
- Jesse Helms Center (Wingate)
- Wingate University Batte Library (Wingate)
Jesse Helms Center (Wingate)
What to Expect
Comprehensive archival collection of Senator Jesse Helms' political history
Description
The Jesse Helms Center is an educational non-profit foundation offering interactive museum experiences and lectures focused on conservative political principles, constitutional values, and Senator Jesse Helms' legislative legacy. Their archives contain historical correspondence, speeches, photographs, and videos documenting the senator's 30-year congressional career.
Where: Wingate | More Info: Jesse Helms Center
Monroe Bowling Center
What to Expect
Summer free bowling program for children
Description
Monroe Bowling Center offers an engaging indoor entertainment experience with a special Kids Bowl Free program. Families can enjoy two free games per day for children aged 2-15 during summer months. The center provides a fun, interactive bowling environment with shoe rentals and multiple lanes for group and individual play.
Where: Monroe | More Info: Monroe Bowling Center
Southern Range Brewing Company
What to Expect
Monroe's first craft brewery with innovative Hazy IPA selections
Description
Southern Range Brewing Company serves craft beer enthusiasts in historic downtown Monroe, specializing in Hazy IPAs like Ice Cube's A Pimp, Pinky Ring Bling, and Hazy By Nature. This local brewery offers a rotating selection of double dry-hopped craft beers featuring unique hop combinations.
Where: Monroe | More Info: Southern Range Brewing Company
Sweet Union Brewing
What to Expect
Monthly free-play pinball nights
Description
Craft brewery featuring a taproom with up to twelve house-brewed beers on tap and free-play pinball nights. Offers engaging social experiences including weekly trivia nights and rotating food truck options. Visitors can enjoy handcrafted IPAs in a casual setting with interactive entertainment elements.
Where: Monroe | More Info: Sweet Union Brewing
The Bottle Factory of Monroe
What to Expect
Restored 1927 Coca-Cola Bottling Company historic event space
Description
Historic 10,000 sq. ft. event venue located in Monroe's historic district, housed in a 1927 Coca-Cola Bottling Company building. Features exposed brick walls, 16 ft. open beam ceilings, floor-to-ceiling columns, and hardwood floors. Versatile space accommodating weddings, banquets, business meetings, and special events.
Where: Monroe | More Info: The Bottle Factory of Monroe
The Courthouse Self Pour
What to Expect
Self-serve beer and wine tap system with 30 beverage options
Description
Monroe's innovative self-pour beer and wine bar offers 30 taps featuring local craft beers, domestic drafts, wines, and ciders. Guests can independently serve their preferred drinks using a scan-and-pour system. The venue provides indoor and outdoor seating with interactive entertainment like darts and regular game nights including trivia and bingo.
Where: Monroe | More Info: The Courthouse Self Pour
Union County Public Library - Monroe Branch
What to Expect
Comprehensive community learning resource center
Description
Public library offering free access to books, digital resources, and community learning spaces. Features quiet study areas, computer workstations, and children's reading sections. Provides research materials, free Wi-Fi, and educational programming for all ages.
Where: Monroe | More Info: Union County Public Library - Monroe Branch
Wingate University Batte Library (Wingate)
What to Expect
Comprehensive academic research library with dedicated librarian support
Description
The Ethel K. Smith Library at Wingate University provides comprehensive research resources with over 95,000 print volumes, online scholarly journal subscriptions, and InterLibrary Loan services. Offers multiple study environments including group spaces, individual study rooms, and computer commons with wireless internet access.
Where: Wingate | More Info: Wingate University Batte Library
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