Why Monroe? Our Quality of Life.
Recreational, Educational, & Cultural Facilities
The City of Monroe is a vibrant and progressive city that serves as the hub of retail, government, culture, and industry in Union County.
From the large Historic District complete with stately homes and a newly revitalized downtown to its industrial core attracting businesses from across the globe to the ever-growing retail marketplace, Monroe has something to offer to all.
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport is a full-service airport with full & self-service fuel, convenient car parking, rental cars on-site, hotel booking, crew lounge with shower, wireless internet access, quick turnarounds, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection available on demand.
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport has a 7,000-foot runway to handle virtually any corporate aircraft and serves as the primary reliever for Charlotte-Douglas International.
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport is pleased to offer international customs processing on demand. The 2,500 sq. ft. federal inspection station, built to federal security and safety standards, is complete with secure offices for CBP Officers and secure storage.
Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport is also host to the City’s annual Warbirds Over Monroe air show, which draws thousands to Monroe every Veterans Day weekend.
Parks & Community Centers
Belk-Tonawanda Park & Splash Pad
Dickerson Park
Sunset Park & Dog Park
Don Griffin Park
Creft Park
Parks Williams Athletic Complex
Dickerson Community Center
J. Ray Shute Community Center
Old Armory Community Center
Sutton Park Community Center
Winchester Community Center
Monroe’s lakes were constructed to supply drinking water to the City. Fishing and boating are allowed. The City of Monroe owns three man-made lakes:
Lake Twitty
Lake Monroe
Lake Lee
Lakes, Boating, & Fishing
Hospitals
Novant Health
Atrium Health
