Clear your schedules because we’ve got a jam-packed weekend of fun events going on around the lake. Our round-up of where to go and what to do this weekend in Lake Norman. Don’t forget to shop the Dot Sale at Lavendar!
Friday, April 28
‘Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival
Oak Street Mill
2 p.m.
Back for its thirteenth year, the ‘Tawba Walk street festival brings Cornelius together with live performances on two stages, a fleet of food trucks, craft breweries and even a kids zone. You can’t possibly get bored.
Pints & Pups
bottled & tapped
6 p.m.
Yappy Hour Bakery and bottled & tapped team up for an evening of fun for owners and their four-legged buds. Expect treats from Yappy Hour, adoptable pups and raffle prizes. Benefits Catering to Cats and Dogs Animal Rescue.
Klinker Brick Wine Dinner
Alton’s Kitchen and Cocktails
6 p.m.
Raise your (wine) glass to Klinker Brick Wines with a five-course tasting menu. Dine and sip featured wines from the patio for $48 per person. Seasonings are available until 8:45 p.m.
Saturday, April 29
Davidson Farmer’s Market
442 South Main Street
9 a.m.
Whether you’re on the hunt for a fresh bouquet, baked goods, local produce or simply a Saturday morning spent with neighbors, you’ll find what you’re looking for at the Davidson Farmers Market. Open each Saturday from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Family-Fun Puzzle Run 5K
NorthCross Shopping Center
8 a.m.
Everyone can lace up for the Family-Fun Puzzle Run 5k. The race starts and ends at Northcross Shopping Center, with kids activities waiting at the finish line. Proceeds benefit the Autism Society of North Carolina.
Lake Norman Summer Concert Series
D9 Brewing Company
5 p.m.
The Lake Norman Summer Concert Series makes its anticipated return this weekend with music from Little Sister Acoustic Duo and the Matt Stratford Band. Food trucks Nana’s Porch, A Worthy Dog and Traditions BBQ will also be on-site. Wash it down with a cold beer and consider Saturday night planned.
Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival
Historic Rural Hill
10 a.m.
Whether on two legs or four, Bark in the Park promises a great time for both pets and owners. Spend the day watching live performances, visiting vendors and participating in contests. Fun events include a owner look-a-like contest, doggie dash and an ultimate air dogs performance.
Sunday, April 30
Dig and Swig
Primal Brewery
12 p.m.
There’s no better way to spend a Sunday outdoors than at Primal’s Dig and Swig. Join experts from Metrolina Greenhouses and Spring Water Farms for gardening tips, inspiration and picks from a local farmers market. LKN Grill will be on-site serving up burgers, brats and hot dogs.
