Thursday, Aug. 8
Doors at 11am; live music 11:30 am-12:30 pm | Aug. 8. Full-band community concert series featuring local talent hosted by Dear Soul Music Co. Guests are welcome to bring their own lunches during concert time. Free. David B. Waymer Recreation Center, 14008 Holbrooks Rd., Huntersville.
6:30-9 pm | Aug. 8. Hey L80’s. Bringing the best music from the #newwave era to life. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd., Mooresville.
7-8 pm | Aug. 8. A documentary film on the sexual violence committed by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023. This event may not be suitable for those under the age of 16. Viewer discretion is advised. Shalom Park, Sam Lerner Center for Cultural Arts, 5007 Providence Road, Charlotte 28270.
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.
6-8 pm | Aug. 9. Classically Rockin. 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.
Dusk | Aug. 9. “Space Jam.” Movies are open to the public, free of charge. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Veterans’ Park – Downtown 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
SOLD OUT: 2-4 pm | Aug. 11. Be part of a lovely tea celebrating Miss May Davidson, benefactress of the Rural Hill Cultural Center. Historic Rural Hill, Huntersville.