The fourth of July is over and we’re back to your regularly scheduled programming. Luckily, every weekend can feel like a holiday weekend when you live at the lake! Here’s your guide to what to do this weekend in Lake Norman:
FRIDAY
Mingling on the Greens
Birkdale Village | All weekend
Head to Birkdale Village for live music all weekend long. here’s the line-up:
July 7 – Shelley Ruffin & Soul Revival – Soul/Blues
July 8 – onceblind – Rock
July 9 – Nita B & her Soiree – Jazz/Blues
Standup Comedy at the Mill
Studio 13, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
Get ready to laugh at the new standup comedy event at the lake. If you’re feeling brave, start crafting your jokes and take the stage for the Open Mic Contest for a chance to win $100. If you’re in it for the laughs, expect the open mic contest to be followed by various featured acts of the next few months before the next chance for standup hopefuls to take the mic. $5 per person.
Party on the Plaza
The Wine Room at Afton Village | 7 p.m.
Grab a glass of vino and ease into the weekend with live music from Stewart Mauldin and Adam McKee on the plaza outside The Wine Room at Afton Village.
Friday’s Live music round-up
Christopher Jones Trio
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
Neighbor Unknown
The Cabin, Davidson | 8:30 p.m.
One Paper Crane
The Harp & Crown, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
Jettison Five
Galway Hooker Irish Pub, Cornelius | 5 p.m.
Brad Cloningier
The Vinyl Pi, Huntersville | 8:30 p.m.
Pursey Kerns
The Kilted Buffalo, Huntervsille | 9 p.m.
SATURDAY
Downtown Concord Guided Historic Walking Tour
Historic Downtown Concord | 10:30 a.m.
Cornelius Outdoor Cinema Series
Robbins Park | 7 p.m.
Bring the whole family out to Robbins Park for a movie under the stars. Family fun including games and concessions kicks off the night at 7 p.m., and is followed by a free showing of The LEGO Batman Movie after dusk.
Fitness Foods & Live Music
Huntersville Growers’ Market | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Summer workouts leaving you famished? Chef Matt will be at the Huntersville Grower’s Market to show you the right foods to replenish your body after a tough sweat session. Plus, grab a salad to-go along with the rest of our weekly shopping. The morning at the market will also feature fun from Springfree Trampoline and live music by Sweetgrass Serenade.
Farmers Market
Liberty Park, Mooresville | 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Support your local farmers by shopping for your eggs, honey, plants, fruits, veggies and more at the Farmers Market in Mooresville. Vendors will also feature breads, soaps, lotions, and crafts, along with coffee and pastries to get your morning off right.
Yoga at the Vineyard
Daveste’ Vineyards | 11 a.m.
Allison Forsyth leads this relaxing yoga class under the vineyard’s covered pavilion with waterfall in view. $10 per person, includes one glass of wine. Bring a picnic to enjoy with your wine after class!
26 Acres Starving Artist Market
Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company | 2 p.m.
Shop works of art crafted by local vendors at this weekend’s Starving Artist Popup. In addition to the artisans’ offerings, enjoy food trucks and beer on tap.
Bayne presents Now are the Foxes
Bayne Brewing Company | 8 p.m.
Get ready for a night of side-splitting laughs as We Are The Foxes returns to Bayne Brewing Company. Free admission.
Festival of Food Trucks
Downtown Mooresville | 5 p.m.
Dig in to the best cuisine on wheels from a full line-up of food trucks at this month’s Festival of Food Trucks. Confirmed trucks include Cuzzo’s Cuisine Food Truck, Food Freaks of NC and many more. Plus, Ghostface Brewing will be offering beer along with wine from Traveling Grapes.
Saturday’s Live music round-up:
John Woodall
The Wine Room at Afton Village | 8 p.m.
Scott Johnson
The Cabin, Davidson | 8:30 p.m.
Mojo Squad & Army Ants
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 8:30 p.m.
Caroline Keller Band with Jordan Middeton
Summit Coffee, Davidson | 7 p.m.
Josh Strecker
Cafe 100, Huntersville | 7 p.m.
SUNDAY
Paddle for a Pint
My Aloha Paddle & Surf | 2 p.m.
Round out your weekend with a day of paddle boarding on the water. Venture out from the lakefront dock access of My Aloha along a 1.5 mile route. Once back on shore, toast with a free pint from Bayne Brewing Company and specials for participants in their taproom.
Sunday’s Live music round-up
The Relics Band
Old Town Public House, Cornelius | 6:30 p.m.
Jayne Sprinkle
The Cabin, Davidson | 6 p.m.
