The countdown to the weekend is on. Plan ahead for nights out, 5Ks, comedy shows and more with our day-by-day round-up of what to do this weekend in Lake Norman:
ALL WEEKEND
Arts at The Mill Fine Arts Festival
June 15 – 17 |Â 500 South Main St, Mooresville
Head to this three-day festival to view and shop the work of diverse artists, from painters to potters and jewelers. Open Friday 4 – 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Mingling on the Greens
Birkdale Village, Huntersville | 7 -9 p.m.
Birkdale Village’s Mingling on the Greens concert series continues with music from Shelley Ruffin & Soul Revival on Friday and The Matt Stratford Band on Saturday.
THURSDAY
LangTree Live: Tuesday’s Gone
LangTree Lake Norman, Mooresville | 7 – 9 p.m.
Tuesday’s Gone takes the stage at this week’s LangTree Live concert series. Visit the shopping and restaurant retailers, grab a craft beer from D9 Brewery and park your lawn chair to enjoy the show. Admission is free.
Veterans Park Ribbon Cutting
201 Huntersville -Concord Rd., Huntersville | 6 p.m.
Be there for the ribbon-cutting of Huntersville’s new downtown park. Stay for the LaLaCaboosa Music Series where The Catalinas will take the stage and attendees can enjoy food trucks, wine and beer vendors and more.
June’s Cooking Class – Mexican Dishes
Savory Spice Shop, Huntersville | 6 – 8 p.m.
Jessica Lutz, culinary instructor and owner of Saucy Spoon Cooking will lead this hands-on class highlighting flavorful Mexican dishes. The menu includes Chorizo Fundido, Poblano Enchilada Quiche, Mexican Carne Asada and more. $30 per person. Sign up in store or by call 704.997.6133.
Wine on the Courtyard Series
Harvey’s in Huntersville | 6:30 p.m.
Join Harvey’s in Huntersville for a special tasting of eight Oregon wines. Learn about each wine from the experts and enjoy appetizer pairings. $25 per person.
FRIDAY
Music Bingo
Ike’s Dog Pub, Mooresville | 8 p.m.
Put your music knowledge to the test while competing for prizes and enjoying drink specials at Ike’s Dog Pub Play & Stay.
Hooked On Fridays – Summer Concert Series
Galway Hooker Irish Pub, Cornelius | 6 p.m.
Kick off your weekend with Galway Hooker’s Hooked on Fridays Summer Concert Series. Expect bar games and $3 Coronas.
SATURDAY
Cornelius Food Truck Invitational
Oak Street Mill, Cornelius | Noon – 8 p.m.
The area’s tastiest restaurants on four wheels will battle it out for your vote at the 6th annual Food Truck Invitational. Enjoy samples and vote for Most Creative Menu, People’s Choice and more, plus street vendors, kids activities and local breweries.
8th Annual Crawfish Boil
Harvey’s in Huntersville | Noon – 5 p.m.
Harvey’s 8th annual crawfish boil will feature all-you-can-eat crawfish, corn, sausage, potatoes and craft beer, plus cornhole and live music. $25 per person. Email harveys.huntersville@gmail.com or call 704.947.5080 to purchase tickets.
Taps & Tapas Beer Dinner
Ghostface Brewing, Mooresville | 6 – 8 p.m.
This five-course sampling pairs food from Shine the Chef with Ghostface Brewing beers. $30 per person.
Father’s Day Celebrations
Huntersville Growers’ Market | 8 a.m. – noon
Bring dad to the market for live entertainment from Carolina Classic Cloggers, grilling samples from Chef Matt using local beer and gift card giveaways.
Santa’s Summer 5K and Cancer Walk
Bellingham Park, Mooresville | 8 – 11 a.m.
Santa’s making a special visit to warmer weather for Santa’s Summer 5K, Cancer Walk and Fun Run. Proceeds benefit the ACPMP Research Foundation. $35 for day-of registration.
Free Improv Workshop
Warehouse PAC, Cornelius | 3:30 p.m.
You’ve seen them on stage, now take the stage yourself at this free improv workshop with Now Are the Foxes. Open to all ages and experience levels.
Foxes Hello Summer! Show
Warehouse PAC, Cornelius | 8 p.m.
Kick off summer with a hilarious improv show from Now Are The Foxes. Tickets are $8 online.
Yacht Yoga for a Cause 2018
Carolina Grace, Cornelius | 9 a.m.
via Facebook
The 2018 Yacht Yoga season continues with a one-hour flow class to support local area organizations. All levels are welcome. $20.
SUNDAY
Concerts on the Green
Davidson Village Green | 6 – 8 p.m.
The next Concert on the Green features the sounds of Part Time Blues Band. Bring chairs, a blanket and a picnic, or enjoy offerings from local restaurants and shops. Free and open to the public.
Need some area Father’s Day Fun? Check out our article here on  12 Fun & Sort of Different Ideas on How to Celebrate Father’s Day in Charlotte.
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