Don’t stop now, the weekend’s in sight! Here’s the scoop on the events to fill your calendar with this weekend around the Lake:
FRIDAY
Psycho Beach Party
The Warehouse Performing Arts Center | Varying performance times
Get lost in the storyline of this suspense thriller meets beach party at The Warehouse Performing Arts Center through August 12. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $15 for seniors and students.
R & D (Research & Drinking) Tasting Event
Ghostface Brewing, Mooresville | 8 p.m.
Do a little research at Ghostface’s monthly R&DÂ (research and drinking, obviously) event. Attendees will taste six brand new beers and vote on their favorite, which will be put into production. Tickets include unlimited tastings during the event, raffle prizes and an R&D pint glass. $20 per person.
Mingling on the Greens
Birkdale Village | All weekend
Take a break from shopping and dining to jam out at Birkdale Village. Here’s who’s taking the stage this weekend:
Aug. 4 – John T. Woodall band – Pop/Variety
Aug. 5 – Groove Masters – Jazz
Aug. 6 – Anthony Cirillo – Pop/Variety
Friday’s Live music round-up:
HC Oakes Band
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
Elonzo Wesley
Primal Brewery, Huntersville | 8 p.m.
Band of Oz
Mooresville Parks & Recreation, Mooresville | 6 p.m.
Brit Drozda
Summit Coffee, Davidson | 8 p.m.
Steve Brown
The Cabin | 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY
MAC Poker Ride
800 Beaty Street, Davidson | 7 a.m.
At the 3rd Annual MAC Poker Ride, cyclists can choose from the 100, 62 or 34 mile route through Iredell and Rowan counties. Along the way, try your luck for a winning hand as playing cards are drawn at designated stops. Stick around for more giveaways, food, music and fun post-ride. Proceeds benefit the non-profit Food for Days: A Backpack Meals Ministry.
Dog Days of Summer Adoption Event
Three Dog Bakery Lake Norman | 11 a.m.
You’re not the only one with a sweet tooth. Bring Fido to Three Dog Bakery for doggie cake and ice cream, and to meet a few new adoptable friends.
Yacht Yoga for a Cause
Luxury Yacht Charters, 18020 Kings Point Drive | 8:30 a.m.
Start your weekend off right with yoga with a cause. Atop the deck of Lake Norman’s newest and largest yacht, Charters for Charity and Shannon Wiseman-Laub team up with proceeds benefiting local non-profit Bring it for Braylon. $20 per person.
Little Chef’s Day
Huntersville Growers’ Market | 8 a.m.
Chefs-in-training will love the hands-on cooking classes with items from the market at Huntersville Grower’s Market. Jump around afterwards with Springfree Trampoline, arts and crafts and reading activities.
Brewery Battle for Good
The Kilted Buffalo, Huntersville
Four breweries will battle it out for your vote this Saturday for the title of Best Beer. All money raised proceeds the NC Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Agnes & Dora Apparel & Brews
Ghostface Brewing, Mooresville | 6 p.m.
Sip and shop with reps from Agnes & Dora at Ghostface Brewing. The first fifteen customers win a swag bag. Davidson Pizza Company will also be on-site.
Saturday’s Live music round-up:
LayLoÂ
bottled & tapped, Cornelius | 7 p.m.
Irrashional
M’s Cocktails & More, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
Goodfoot Down
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
The Jill Goodson Band
Apps & Taps, Mooresville | 9:30 p.m.
SUNDAY
Miss May’s Garden Tea
Rural Hill, Huntersville | 2 p.m.
Don your best dress for a tea party honoring Miss May Davidson, benefactress of the Rural Hill Cultural Center. Light hors d’oeuvres, along with teas and lemonade will be served. $30 for adults, $15 for children. Proceeds benefit Auxiliary projects at Rural Hill.
Concerts on the Green with RadioJacks
Green in front of Davidson Public Library | 6 p.m.
Round out your weekend with a picnic on the lawn as Concerts on the Green returns with live music from RadioJacks.
Sunday’s Live music round-up:
Tiny Stage Songwriters Showcase
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 4 p.m.
George Green
The Cabin, Davidson | 6 p.m.
