Is it lake weather yet? Celebrate one of the first truly warm weekends of the season along with EARTH DAY with our round up of what to do and where to go in Lake Norman.
Family-Fun Puzzle Run 5K
Saturday, April 23
Northcross Shopping Center
Support the Autism Society of North Carolina by lacing up for the First Annual Family Fun Puzzle Run. Every dollar that we raise stays within North Carolina, helping people who live and work in our local communities.
Pug Fest
Saturday, April 23
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew
Mid Atlantic Pug Rescue is hosting one of the best paw-ties of the year with Pug Fest, an all-day celebration featuring a silent auction, contests, and more. Even a special pug shot for $5!
Bella Love Presents: Case & Karl’s Concert Series
Saturday, April 23
Oak Street Mill
Get a taste of the up-and-coming talent from around the Lake area at Case & Karl’s Concert Series. Enjoy local food trucks, the warm weather and some great tunes for just $5. The show starts at 6 pm!
The Barley Trot 5k & 10k Race
Saturday, April 23
Bayne Brewing Company
Start and end your 5K of 10K Barley Trot route at Bayne Brewing Company. Upon crossing the finish line, reward yourself with brunch, beer and wine available for purchase. Proceeds from the Barley Trot will support ASA Service Dogs, a nonprofit organization that trains service dogs to assist children and adults with physical and mental disabilities. Register online here.
Mother’s Day Crafts & Healthy Cooking
Saturday, April 23
Whole Foods Lake Norman
Just in time for Mother’s Day! Kids can make a garden-based craft to take home. Stay for a family-friendly store tour at 12:30pm, followed by a no-bake “cooking” class for all ages.
BRUNCH @ THE LAKE Featuring Sai The Violinist
Saturday, April 23
FireWater Charlotte
It’s a Sunday brunch with all the fixings: a $15 brunch buffet, $3 mimosas, $4 bloody marks and live music from Sai The Violinist. Call 704-549-0050 for reservations.
Live Art at High Branch Brewing
Saturday, April 23
High Branch Brewing Co.
Grab a front row seat to a live painting by Creighton Studios in the taproom of High Branch Brewing Co. There will also be artwork for sale from local vendors, along with newly released custom collection beer glasses screen printed with hand drawn artwork.
Dig In On Earth Day
Saturday, April 23
Brikdale Village
Come out to Birkdale Village with the whole family for Earth Day. Kids will enjoy a bounce house, face painting and Earth Day education.
96.9 Battle of the Bands at Rudder
Saturday, April 23
The Rusty Rudder
Who will get the chance to play at this year’s Country Music Festival? Come cast your vote for two of the finalists as they play at Rusty Rudder this weekend.
Brunch ‘n Yoga
Saturday, April 23
Block Bistro
Detox, then retox at Sunday’s Yoga Class on the Square followed by brunch at Block Bistro. It’s just $20 for hour and fifteen minutes of yoga, brunch and a mimosa.
Peninsula Farmer’s Market
Thursday, April 28
Peninsula Yacht Club
The Peninsula Farmer’s Market is back with its second season. Each Thursday evening from 4-7 pm you’ll find seasonal fruits and vegetables, grass fed beef and pork, fresh seafood, eggs and more local products at the Peninsula Yacht Club. Taking it a step further, the market aims to be a gathering place, complete with burgers and brats grilled on-site along with beer, wine and soda. Scoop tip: if you purchase fish and/or vegetables at the Market, the PFM Grill team will cook it for you for dinner!
