Jul 31, 2024
Kannapolis Offers Free West Ave Express Shuttle Every Friday and Saturday
The City of Kannapolis announced a new shuttle will be available from 5–10pm every Friday and Saturday night to help guests of downtown navigate the area during peak busy times.
There are two West Avenue Express shuttles, which run on electricity, can accommodate 16 people, and are ADA accessible.
⚡🌩️ The two Express carts, nicknamed Lightning and Thunder, will make a continuous loop between four designated stops:
The North Carolina Research Campus public parking deck
Top of the horseshoe
The First Baptist Church rear access area (all on N. Research Campus Drive)
The int…
Jul 31, 2024
Experience a Diversity of Live Music at the Davis Theatre
The Davis Theatre at the Cabarrus Arts Council has launched its 2024-2025 Season of shows featuring everything from blues to bluegrass, South American Salsa to Scottish songs, as well as Holiday jazz to Mardi Gras brass!
This carefully curated collection of shows features a diverse array of styles and performers, with some artists who should be household names already and others who are rising stars in their field.
You can also enjoy discounted packages for multiple shows, including:
“On-Stage at the Davis” 9 Shows (20% discount)
Flex Package 6+ Shows (15% discount)
Flex Pa…
Jul 17, 2024
Breweries to Host Olympic-Themed Team Games
Gather your team and head to Twenty-Six Acres Brewing or Old Armor Beer to compete in fun Olympic-themed games.
With the Paris Olympics set to start later this month, some of our local breweries are ready to get in on the action with their own events!
26 Acres Beer Olympics
📅 Friday, July 26th at 6:30pm
📍 Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company | 7285 West Winds Boulevard Northwest Concord, NC 28027
💰 Cost: $75/2-person team (includes games, beer, and dinner with Devour Food Truck!)
Games included: Beer Pong, Relay Race, Corn Hole, Alcohol Trivia, and Flippy Cup. Be creative…dress as a t…
Jul 10, 2024
👟🌳 Explore Vietnam Veterans Park for National Park and Recreation Month!
This year, Walk Cabarrus is dedicated to showcasing local walking spots in Cabarrus County with its Walk of the Month feature. For July, take advantage of National Park and Recreation Month to discover the Vietnam Veterans Park Loop, a 1.7-mile mostly natural-surface trail conveniently located between Concord and Kannapolis, North Carolina.
This easy and scenic route can be completed in about 30 minutes. After your walk, don’t forget to log your steps at walkcabarrus.com and enjoy the park’s many amenities. Whether it’s a round of Disc Golf, some fun at the playground, a game of basketba…
Jul 1, 2024
Red, White, and Baseball: Independence Day Celebrations with the Ballers
Celebrate America’s birthday with exciting baseball games and four nights of fireworks with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers!
Don’t miss this opportunity to see Team USA’s Collegiate National Team play on July 3rd during the International Friends Series matchup finale against Chinese Taipei with post-game fireworks. Team USA is composed of the top non-draft-eligible players from across the nation at the collegiate level.
Photo credit: USA Baseball Facebook
Watch the Ballers take on the Fayetteville Woodpeckers in a series of exciting games and spectacular fireworks starting on Jul…
Jul 1, 2024
Harrisburg’s Annual July 4th Celebration Is Fun for the Whole Family
Harrisburg’s Annual July 4th Celebration is an unforgettable experience your entire family will love! This traditional two-day event boasts carnival rides and games, live music, festival foods, a patriotic parade, fireworks, and so much more!
Marching on: Everything You Need to Know About the Parade
The Harrisburg Parade is a showcase of military and veteran groups, equestrian riders, fire trucks, school marching bands, car club enthusiasts, dancers, tractors, and decorated floats manned by local businesses, and is traditionally held on the morning of July 4th. Viewers come from across th…
Jul 1, 2024
Fourth of July Fun: Ideas for an Unforgettable Celebration
As the 4th of July approaches, families across the county are gearing up for a spectacular array of festivities to celebrate America’s independence. From high-octane racing events to the enchanting allure of the circus, lively music performances, and tantalizing tastings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
🏁 Cook Out Summer Shootout
📅 July 2nd
📍 Charlotte Motor Speedway
🕔 Gates open at 5pm, Green Flag at 6pm
🚑 First Responders and Military get in Free with ID
🎆 Fireworks
🎟️ Kids 12 and under Free / Adults $10
Celebrate the 4th of July in high-octane style at the Cook Out S…
Jun 27, 2024
A Day at Gibson Mill: A Guide to Food, Fun, and Family
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Concord’s Gibson Mill is a unique destination that offers a blend of food, drinks, shopping, and family-friendly activities in a reimagined space that has been around since 1899. We’ve pulled together just some of the ways you can spend a perfect day at this exciting venue.
Photo credits: Gibson Mill Market Facebook
Start your day off right with a visit to Kunu Coffee Co. in The Market. Known for its locally roasted coffee, Kunu Coffee Co. offers a variety of delicious brews to kickstart your morning. Pair your coffee with a freshly baked t…