It’s the time of year when the final hours until the start of another summer weekend seems like an eternity. Lucky for you, we’ve got just the cure. Start planning your happy hours this first weekend of June with our guide of what to do and where to go in Lake Norman.
First the bad news:
June Jubilee: THE LAST SHOW EVER AT Metrolina Expo
Thursday, June 2-Sunday, May 5
Metrolina Antique and Vintage Market
After over 50 years of treasure hunting at Metrolina, the owners have announced that this will be the last show at Metrolina Expo. Don’t miss your last chance to grab gifts, household pieces, vintage jewelry and more.
And then some sweet news…
National Donut Day-Free donut with any beverage purchase!
Friday, June 3
Dunkin Donuts-all locations
It’s a true reason to celebrate Fri-YAY when you get a free classic donut with any beverage purchase at Dunkin Donuts. Can you think of a better holiday than National Donut Day? Nope, us either.
Mingling on the Greens Concert Series
Begins June 3
Birkdale Village
Kick off the summer (and the weekend) with Birkdale Village’s annual summer concert series. Come out on Friday evenings from 7-9 pm, Saturday 7-9 pm and Sunday 4-6 pm though August 28.
End of Season Blowout
Friday, June 3-Sunday, June 5
The Shoppes at Home, Heart & Soul
Discover the Shoppes at Home, Heart & Soul at their End of Season sale this weekend. The event will feature everything home as well as fresh cut flowers and plants, and a pop-up by The Pink Boutique fashion truck.
Music on Main: Darrell Harwood w/ Coddle Creek
Friday, June 3
Downtown Mooresville
Stop by Music on Main this Friday night in Mooresville. On Friday, China Grove native Darrell Harwood will rock the crowd with his high energy country music and Mooresville natives Coddle Creek bring bluegrass tunes. The concert is free and food trucks will be on-site.
Hooked on Fridays Summer Concert Series
Friday, June 3
Galway Hooker Restaurant and Irish Pub
Get hooked on live music, corn hole, giant jenga and ice cold beer at Galway Hooker’s Friday night parties. This week enjoy live music from Spin Duo from 5-8 pm.
Cornhole at Bayne
Saturday, June 4
Bayne Brewing Company
Play the day away at Bayne Brewing’s double elimination corn hole tournament. The event is free, there are great prizes up for grabs and there will be pint specials all afternoon long.
Wild on the Water Paddle Event
Saturday, June 4
Latta Plantation Nature Preserve
Start your Saturday bright and early with a paddle board ride to raise money for wildlife conservation. $50 registration fee includes your paddle ride, lunch and one ticket into a raffle drawing including prizes ranging from a kayak, ENO hammock, USNWC passes and more.
Live Music with 200 Joules
Saturday, June 4
The Rusty Rudder
Jam out to Charlotte’s modern to classic rock cover band, 200 Joules on the main stage Saturday night. Drink specials include $3 Mimosas, $5 Bloody Marys, $7 Bellinis, and $5 Fireball shots.
Lobsterfest
Saturday, June 4
LangTree Lake Norman
Dine lakeside with a feast of lobster, shrimp, beef and vegetarian dishes at Lobsterfest. Enjoy live music from The Lakeside Drive Band and know your evening benefits a great cause, the Mooresville Soup Kitchen.
Warrior Dash
Saturday, June 4
Rural Hill
Earn your warrior helmet after tackling a fierce 3-4 mile course and 12 extreme obstacles at this weekend’s Warrior Dash. Afterwards, celebrate in fashion with turkey legs, beer steins and live music at the post-race party.
Outdoor Movie Series: “Inside Out”
Saturday, June 4
Northcross Shopping Center
Each Saturday in June, watch the screen light up as the sun sets at Northcross’ outdoor movie series. First up is Inside Out. Bring your lawn chairs and the whole family for a perfect summer Saturday night out.
Davidson Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday
442 South Main Street, Davidson, NC
Enjoy the warmer weather at Davidson’s Farmer’s Market each Saturday from 8 am- 12 pm. Browse local produce, homemade goods, herbs and more.
6th Annual Crawfish Boil
Sunday, June 5
Harvey’s Bar and Grille Huntersville
Close out the weekend with a fresh, traditional crawfish boil complete with ice cold beer at Harvey’s Bar and Grille. RSVP: harveys.huntersville@gmail.com
Sundae Art Gallery at High Branch
Sunday, June 5
High Branch Brewing Company
Talk about a dose of culture. Have a Sunday Funday with a beer-themed painting lessons from Sundae Art Gallery while you sit on your favorite High Branch Brew. Space is limited, reserve your spot here.
