From disc golf to champagne pairings, there’s something for everyone this weekend. Here’s your day-by-day guide to what to do this weekend in Lake Norman:
ALL WEEKEND
Steel Magnolias
July 19 – July 29 | Duke Family Performance Hall, Davidson
Follow along life’s ups and downs from Truvy Jones’ Chinquapin beauty salon. Steel Magnolias at Duke Family Performance Hall runs through July 29. Adult tickets begin at $25, student tickets begin at $15 and senior tickets begin at $23.
2018 PDGA Amateur World Disc Golf Championship
Multiple locations | Through July 28
Watch as 720 athletes compete for the title of 2018 PDGA Amateur World Champion at multiple locations around the lake including Bailey Road Park and Robbins Park in Cornelius and Bradford Park in Huntersville. Find the full schedule here.
THURSDAY
Midsummer Night’s Champagne Pairing
Wine Maestro, Mooresville | 5 p.m.
Wine Maestro will pair a flight of champagnes with five curated bites for $50 per person. Preview the menu here and call 704.664.1452 to reserve your spot.
LaLaCaboosa – Revelwood Mission
Veterans Park, Huntersville | 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Downtown Huntersville’s live music series continues with a performance from rock band Revelwood Mission. Food vendors Old Buddy’s Oinker, Taco Green Go & Mrs. G’s Ice Cream will be on site, as well as wine and beer vendors. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and picnic blankets.
Live Music with The Vel-Crows
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
Start the weekend early at OTPH with tunes from The Vel-Crows, a classic rock and bluegrass jam band.
FRIDAY
Yoga by the Lake
LangTree Lake Norman, Mooresville | 7 p.m.
Find your zen with a one-hour yoga session led by Andy & Tamara Totman of Vinyasa Arts Yoga LKN. Your $10 ticket includes the class, two beer/wine tickets, a souvenir glass and a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes.
Murder Mystery Dinner
All Around The Board Game Cafe, Cornelius | 7 p.m.
It’s a classic “whodunnit” as friends and neighbors turn into murder suspects in this mystery dinner. Be sure to reserve in advance as part of the fun is dressing as your character. $30 per person.
We’re Going To Need A Bigger Boat
Cork and Cask, Cornelius | 7 p.m.
Celebrate shark week with a Jaws movie marathon, retro cans of Narragansett Lager, a themed playlist, food specials and more. Attendees will also enjoy giveaways from Narragansett.
Sunrise Yoga at Jetton Park
19000 Jetton Rd, Cornelius | 7:30 a.m.
Sunrise? Check. Beach? Check. Yoga? Check. You don’t need to go on vacation to enjoy this summer trifecta. Simply head to Jetton Park for a flow yoga class with instructor Ilse Hermkens. $10 per person.
Journey Tribute – Trial By Fire
Apps & Taps, Mooresville | 8:30 p.m.
Let loose after the work week and enjoy all your classic favorites as Trail by Fire takes the stage at Apps & Taps to play the best of Journey.
SATURDAY
2018 Summer Food Truck Rally
Rural Hill, Huntersville | 4 – 8 p.m.
Enjoy a family or date night out at Rural Hill, where over 20 food trucks, beer and wine vendors, musical guests and more will team up for the 2018 Summer Food Truck Rally. In addition to food and drink, expect kids activities, games, hayrides and more. Parking is $5 cash.
Patio Party
Midwood Smokehouse, Huntersville | 2 – 5 p.m.
See what the chefs at Midwood Smokehouse will cook up next. The patio party includes one beer from Primal Brewery, food samples and live music. $5 admission.
Lake Norman Summer Concert Series
D9 Brewing Company, Cornelius | 5 p.m.
Don’t miss the next edition of the Lake Norman Summer Concert Series. There will be live music performances by One Paper Crane and Wayward Reason, four food truck options and beer from D Brewing Company.
Ghosts of Bannockburn at the Galway Hooker
17044 Kenton Dr, Cornelius | 9:30 p.m.
See Ghosts of Bannockburn perform lively Celtic music at the Galway Hooker Irish Pub.
HHG Acoustic Music Series & Food Truck
Hunter House & Gardens, Huntersville | 5 p.m.
Head to the Garden for all the makings of a perfect summer evening: cold cocktails, live music from Ellie Morgan and food options from Two Chicks and a Truck.
Wine Tasting
Wine Maestro, Mooresville | 1 – 4 p.m.
Three suppliers, Jessica Vernon of Orsini Wines, Matt Cooper of 3 Keys Distributing and Sam Seiden of Fine Wine Trading, will host this special wine tasting for just $10 per person.
Local Authors Showcase
Mooresville Public Library | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Meet and support more than 20 local artists, buy books and win prizes at Huntersville’s author showcase. You may even find your next summer pool read.
SUNDAY
Jazz with Holly & Wayne
The Harp & Crown, Cornelius | Noon – 3 p.m.
Round out your weekend with live jazz from Holly Hopkins at The Harp & Crown.
