Thursday, Aug. 1
6 pm | Aug. 1. A community celebration with live jazz, soul and R&B. Bring a friend and your dancing shoes. Free. David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.
Friday, Aug. 2
11:30 am-1 pm | Aug 2. Nubia Food Truck for Mediterranean. Bring your friends, family, and co-workers and enjoy lunch. The picnic tables will be available for seating. Cain Park, 21336 Catawba Ave.
Taylor Nation — Taylor Swift Tribute
8 pm | Aug. 2. From the country-infused melodies of Taylor’s early albums to the chart-topping pop hits that followed. Must be 21 years old to attend. $20 in advance. $25 at the door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
6 pm food trucks; 6:30 pm show | Aug. 2. Radio Revolver. The amphitheater has open lawn seating. Bring a chair, blanket and rock the park. Free. Liberty Park, 255 E. Iredell Ave., Downtown Mooresville.
6-8 pm | Aug. 2. Unwind with live musical performance. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Aug. 3
10-11:30 am | Aug. 3. Kid racers will construct their own toy brick car, then race one another in multiple heats until a champion is crowned. Additional awards will be given for best design and most unique design. Event is free, but registration is required. For ages 7-14. Cain Park, downtown Cornelius.
9:30-11 am; arrive no later than 9:15 am so that class can start on time | Aug. 3. This class is designed for paddlers who have little to no experience kayaking on calm water. Participants will spend 20-30 minutes in the classroom with the rest of the time on the water. All sessions will be lead with experienced and qualified instructors. Must register. Cost per person: $30 for residents, $36 others. Lake Norman Community Sailing Center, 15901 NC-73, located within Blythe Landing Park, Cornelius.
Mooresville Festival of Food Truck
5-8:30 pm | Aug. 3. Bring a chair, hang out in the street eating food truck fare and listening to music. Downtown Mooresville.
9 am – noon | Aug. 3. Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more. Davidson Farmers Market, 120 S Main St., Davidson.
8 am-12 noon | Aug. 3. Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
5- 6:30 pm, acoustic artist. 7-9 pm headliner | Aug. 3. Camel City Yacht Club – Yacht Rock. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Davidson.
Public concert
3 pm | Aug. 3. The Carolina Youth Orchestra Summer Festival will culminate in a public concert held at Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson College.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
5:30-7:30 pm | Aug. 6. Cornelius Parks & Recreation joins the Cornelius Police Department in hosting our annual National Night Out event. This free public event promotes community safety and crime prevention. Enjoy an evening filled with family fun, including children’s activities, food, entertainment and more. Smithville Park,19710 S. Ferry St.
Thursday, Aug. 8 – Saturday, Aug. 10
7:30 pm | Aug. 8-10 | Davidson Community Players brings the stage musical version of Footloose. $20 -$30. Cain Center for the Arts.
Friday Aug. 9
6-10 pm | Aug. 9. Live concert, food trucks, craft brews, artisans and vendors, kids zone, games. Oak Street Mill, Cornelius.
Dusk | Aug. 9. “Space Jam.” Movies are open to the public, free of charge. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Veterans’ Park – Downtown Huntersville.
6-8 pm | Aug. 9. Unwind with live musical performance. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Homegrown Melodies Charlotte Tour
1 pm | Aug. 9. Six reed quintets commissioned and performed by Burnt Reeds featuring local Carolinian composers and Hip Hop Beats artist. Free to attend, no reservations required. David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.
Saturday, Aug. 10
9 am – noon | Aug. 10. Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more. Davidson Farmers Market, 120 S Main St., Davidson.
8 am-12 noon | Aug. 10. Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
9:30-11 am; arrive no later than 9:15 am so that class can start on time | Aug. 10. This class is designed for paddlers who have little to no experience kayaking on calm water. Participants will spend 20-30 minutes in the classroom with the rest of the time on the water. All sessions will be lead with experienced and qualified instructors. Must register. Cost per person: $30 for residents, $36 others. Lake Norman Community Sailing Center, 15901 NC-73, located within Blythe Landing Park, Cornelius.
6-8 pm | Aug. 10. Envision – R&B Variety. Town Green, downtown Davidson.
7:30 pm | Aug.10. “Wreck-It Ralph.” Seating is first come, first serve. Attendees are encouraged to bring additional blankets and chairs. No outside food or beverage is permitted, but takeout from our onsite restaurants is encouraged. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Sunday, Aug.11
2-4 pm | Aug. 11. Be part of a lovely tea celebrating Miss May Davidson, , benefactress of the Rural Hill Cultural Center. Light hors d’oeuvres, along with teas, and lemonade will be the fare of the day. The theme of this year’s tea is “A Destination” and will celebrate countries, cities, and events that bring joy when you travel. Dress in your afternoon tea finery (hats are encouraged, gloves are optional). $40 per person until Aug. 4; $18 per well-behaved and supervised child until Aug. 3. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville.
Thursday, Aug. 15
6-9p m | Aug. 15. Landslide – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Grab your lawn chairs/blankets and enjoy an evening of live music in downtown Huntersville. A food truck and beverage vendor will be onsite with food and drinks for purchase. Veterans Park at Main & Maxwell, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
Friday, Aug. 16
Who’s Bad — The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
8 pm | Aug. 16. Brooke Lee, Michael Jackson tribute. $20 in advance or $25 at the door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
6-8 pm | Aug. 16. Unwind with live musical performance. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Aug. 17
9:30-11 am; arrive no later than 9:15 am so that class can start on time |Aug. 17. Must register. Cost per person: $30 for residents, $36 others. Lake Norman Community Sailing Center, 15901 NC-73, located within Blythe Landing Park, Cornelius.
Stand-Up for Good Comedy Night
7 pm doors 8 pm show | Aug. 17. A fun night of laughs and help prevent child abuse in our community! Comedians Michelle Miller McNair and Jordan Centry will keep you entertained. Proceeds benefit Pharos Parenting to fund child abuse prevention programs and positive parenting education in North Mecklenburg. $25 – VIP $100. Cain Center for the Arts.
5- 6:30 pm, acoustic artist. 7-9 pm headliner | Aug.17. Krystal King – Country. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Davidson.
9 am – 6 pm | Aug. 17. A festival at the stepping stones of Loch Norman with music, food, workshops, photo ops and shopping. Immerse yourself into the spirit of the Outlander TV series. Early bird VIP and general admission $80 and $40 through May 28, then $55 and $95. Children must have a ticket but are free age 17 and younger because of the viewer rating of the show (TV-MA). All children must be accompanied by and adult. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville.
9 am – noon | Aug. 17. Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more. Davidson Farmers Market, 120 S Main St., Davidson.
8 am-12 noon | Aug. 17. Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
Friday, Aug. 23
6-8 pm | Aug. 23. Unwind with live musical performance. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Aug. 24
6-8 pm | Aug. 24. Dave Matthews Tribute Band.Town Green, downtown Davidson.
First day of school
Friday Aug. 30
11:30 am-1pm | Aug 30. Sandwich Express. Bring your friends, family, and co-workers and enjoy lunch. The picnic tables will be available for seating. Cain Park, 21336 Catawba Ave.
6-8 pm | Aug. 30. Unwind with live musical performance. No coolers are allowed on property. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks for beverage needs. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. Seating space may be limited. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Aug. 31
Music & Makers
2-8 pm | Aug. 31. Walk, shop and enjoy the social district on Main Street, Davidson. Live music at the Crazy Pig stage, 402 S. Main St., Davidson,
9 am – noon | Aug. 31. Market lineup: Produce, plants, meats, cheese, candies, cooking demonstrations and more. Davidson Farmers Market, 120 S Main St., Davidson.
8 am-12 noon | Aug. 31. Market lineup: Fresh produce, eggs, baked goods, crafts and more. Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
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