11 things to do in Lake Norman this week: Boat show, Earth Day Festival, live music shows + more
Friday, April 21
Location: 18665 Harborside Drive Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Kick off the weekend at Port City Club’s boat show on Lake Norman. Thursday through Saturday, the Ed Watkins Marine team will showcase its lineup of boats at the docks.
Location: Birkdale Village Plaza, 8712 Lindholm Dr #202, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Enjoy live music at Birkdale Village’s Live Under the Oaks event. Bring a lawn chair and jam out to rock artist Jordan Minor Duo at the Plaza.
Saturday, April 22
Location: The Davidson Green, 119 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Celebrate Earth Day at Davidson’s annual family-friendly festival. There will be science series, food, games, activities, music and more.
Huntersville Jazz Concert Series
Location: Veterans Park, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 4-8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Enjoy an evening of jazz at Veterans Park. The two-day concert series kicks off on Saturday with several artists and local food and drink vendors.
Sunday, April 23
Location: Lost Worlds Brewing Company, 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Cost: $27
Stretch out in a yoga class with baby goats from Lazy Day Farm. The beginner’s class is open to all ages and experience levels. Just pack a mat or towel to flow on. Tickets can be bought online.
Sign up for the Lake Norman half marathon
Location: Lake Norman Yacht Club, 297 Yacht Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117
Time: 7 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: $50-$80
Plan ahead and sign up for the Lake Norman half marathon on May 14. See the lake views while running on one of the fastest courses in the Charlotte area. Afterward, runners can enjoy live music and beer. There’s a virtual race, too. You can sign up for both races online. Registration fees for the main event increase after April 24.
Monday, April 24
Treat yourself to dinner at Hot Mess
Location: 416 S. Main St., Davidson, NC 28036
Start off your week with dinner at the newest restaurant in Lake Norman, Hot Mess, formerly known as Davidson Ice House. There are burgers, bowls and lobster rolls and more on the menu.
Tuesday, April 25
Location: Multiple
Time: Sunrise-sundown
Cost: Free
Whether you want to bike, hike or run, there are several greenways to explore in Davidson. The town has more than six miles of trails and greenways, many leading directly to the downtown area. You can find more information about the trails here.
Wednesday, April 26
Location: Davidson College Presbyterian Church, 102 N Main St, Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 7:30-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
The North Carolina Baroque Orchestra is joining the Chorale, Chamber Singers and Choral Arts Society Davidson to perform Bach’s Magnificat in D Major. The show is free and open to the public.
Thursday, April 27
Location: Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost: $25
Get artsy and paint a portrait of your furry friend at Primal Brewery’s pet painting workshop. Once you reserve your spot online, all you have to do is send in your favorite photo you’d like to recreate.
Location: The Davidson Green, 119 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 8-9:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
Learn about Davidson’s history, legend and ghosts during a 90-minute walking tour. Start at the town green walk around town hearing about new and old tales rooted in the area. Tickets can be purchased online.
