Get out and try something new this weekend, whether it’s sipping a new brew or cycling for a cause. We’ve got everything you need to plan your weekend in Lake Norman with our day-by-day guide:
THURSDAY
Wicked Weed Beer Dinner
Harvey’s in Huntersville | 6:45 p.m.
This dinner and beer pairing features four courses created by Josh McCracken, Oscar Lorenzo and Charlie Dyer, paired with five Wicked Weed beers. $35 per person.
New York Times Op-Ed Columnist David Brooks (SOLD OUT / LIVESTREAMING)
Davidson College, Davidson | 8 p.m.
Did you act early enough to get your tickets to this sold out event? If not, you can still livestream and enjoy a discussion led by New York Times op-ed columnist David Brooks as he visits Davidson College. Brooks is also a commentator on PBS NewsHour, NPR’s All Things Considered and NBC’s Meet the Press.
Paints, Pallets & Pints
Ghostface Brewing, Mooresville | 6:30 p.m.
Sip and create with the help of Southern Pallet Creations. You’ll craft a new piece of home decor and enjoy 20% off beer and wine during the event. Sign up here.
Live music round-up:
Time Sawyer
Summit Coffee, Davidson | 8 p.m.
Townley Road
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
FRIDAY
Ada Jenkins Center Fundraiser at Cyclebar
Cyclebar Lake Norman, Davidson | 4:30 p.m.
The CycleBar and Ada Jenkins Center are teaming up for a heart-racing fundraiser. Join for one of two rides at Cycle Bar LKN to support the center. $25 includes the ride on Jan. 19, as well as a future ride on a day of your choice.
Twisted Comedy with Now are the Foxes
Warehouse PAC, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
Kick off the weekend with a night of Twisted Comedy as Now are the Foxes takes the stage at Warehouse Performing Arts Center. Enjoy improv-style comedy, and perhaps become the star of the show yourself!
Friday Night Flights
bottled & tapped, Cornelius | 5 p.m.
Friday night pairings are back at bottled & tapped. Enjoy four beers and four dip tastings for just $10.
Firestone Walker Tap Takeover
Crafty Beer Guys, Huntersville | 3 p.m.
Experience new beers as Firestone Walker Brewing Company takes over the taps at Crafty Beer Guys. Featured brews include: Union Jack, Easy Jack, Pivo Pils, Luponic Distortion, Leo vs Ursus, Double Barrel Ale and 2015 Parabola.
Donation Class to benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Pure Barre (Lake Norman Birkdale), Huntersville | 4:15 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
The 4:15 and 5:30 p.m. classes on Friday will be donation-based classes benefitting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Sign up here.
Live music round-up:
Jettison Five
Galway Hooker Irish Pub | 9:30 p.m.
John Sullivan and Friends
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew LKN, Cornelius | 7 p.m.
Knowne Ghost
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
The Normans
The Kilted Buffalo, Huntersville | 9 p.m.
Tony Eltora
Primal Brewery, Huntersville | 7 p.m.
Twenty Three Over Four
Corkscrew Birkdale, Huntersville | 8 p.m.
Pluto for Planet
Apps & Taps, Mooresville | 9 p.m.
The Tune Hounds
Hangar33LKN, Huntersville | 10 p.m.
SATURDAY
Burn’s Night Supper
Rural Hill, Huntersville | 6 p.m.
Enjoy a traditional Scottish supper and celebrate the birthday of Robert Burns with catering by Chef Layton Mauze and a silent auction. $55 per person.
Fundraiser for the Boesmiller Family
D9 Brewing Company | 5 p.m.
Support a local family facing a cancer diagnosis by raising a pint. D9 Brewing Company will donate all proceeds and 100% of all raffle proceeds to the family. Also enjoy food from Queen City Sliders and live music from Kevin Marshall from 7-10 p.m.
Huntersville Recreation Center Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
11836 Verhoff Dr. Huntersville | 10 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Be there for the grand opening of the brand new Huntersville Recreation Center. After the ribbon cutting, tour the facility and partake in open play basketball, volleyball and pickle ball. Plus, join in a fitness from at 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Sherry Strong Spin Along
Lowe’s YMCA, Mooresville | 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Join SherryStrong.Org founder, Sherry Pollex as she rides to raise awareness and funding for ovarian cancer initiatives. All fitness levels are welcome to attend any of the four, 1-hour fun rides at the Lowe’s YMCA. Classes are from 8-9 a.m., 9:30-10:30 a.m., 11 a.m.-noon and 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Live music round-up:
John Sullivan
Bayne Brewing Company, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
Audiophiles
Galway Hooker Irish Pub, Cornelius | 9:30 p.m.
Kevin Marshall and The J-Walkers
D9 Brewing Company, Cornelius | 7 p.m.
Maple and Pine
Bin 110, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
Red Dress Amy
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
Embarrassment Of Riches
Corkscrew Birkdale, Huntersville | 8 p.m.
Tim Elliot
Apps & Taps, Mooresville | 9 p.m.
SUNDAY
Live music round-up:
Diggin’ The Roots – Old Time Music
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 6 p.m.
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3rd Annual Orange & Blue Gala
Saturday, February 3 | Trump National Golf Club
Support the Pinky Swear Foundation, inspired by a promise Mitch Chepokas made with his dad 15 years ago, at the third annual Orange & Blue Gala. The evening features fine dining and rinks, silent and live auctions, raffles and entertainment, all benefitting families facing a cancer diagnosis. $150 per ticket.
