13 things to do in Lake Norman this week: Art festival, jazz concert, floral mocktail event + more
Friday, April 28
Location: Davesté Vineyards, 155 Lytton Farm Rd, Troutman, NC 28166
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Cost: $40
Enjoy a night of jazz at Davesté Vineyards with a performance from trombonist Buff Dillard and his band. Food will also be available from the vineyard’s tasting room for you to enjoy during the show. Tickets are available online.
Location: Main Street and South Main Street, Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Take in Davidson’s art scene at this year’s Gallery Crawl. There will be work from local artists along Main Street over to South Main Street and at the Circles @ 30. Galleries, businesses and the town hall will be hosting visiting artists, including some that will be featured at the Art on the Green festival.
The Big Day at the Lake Beach Bash
Location: Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Cost: $75-$100
Kick off the weekend at The Big Day at the Lake Beach Bash fundraiser, supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas. There will be a silent and live auction along with food, drinks, live music and more. Tickets are $75 per person, but you can get the VIP package for early entry and a special brewery tour for $100. Tickets can be purchased online.
Saturday, April 29
Location: Lorimer Rd & Concord Rd, Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: Free
After getting postponed due to weather conditions, it’s time to celebrate Earth Day at Davidson’s annual family-friendly festival. Get outdoors with a morning of science series, food, games, activities, music and more.
Location: D9 Brewing Company, 11138 Treynorth Dr, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 12-10 p.m.
Cost: Free
Spend a day with the family at D9 Brewing Company’s Spring Fling festival. Enjoy the spring weather with live music, activities, vendors, food trucks and drinks.
Location: Thigs Cocktail Bar, 21234 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 3-4 p.m.
Cost: $45
Learn how to make a spring-inspired drink at Thig Cocktail Bar’s gin and vodka class. The interactive, hands-on workshop will be taught by one of its very own bartenders to offer tips and tricks on how to make delicious craft cocktails.
Sunday, April 30
Location: Downtown Davidson, 216 South Main St., Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 12-4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Don’t miss the last day of Davidson’s popular annual arts festival. The big event that kicks off on Saturday will spotlight over 50 local and visiting multimedia artists selling their creations.
Location: Ghostface Brewing, 215 S Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $45
Wrap up the weekend with a special tequila tasting featuring five different drinks. Grab a ticket and learn about Blanco, Reposado, Mezcal and their distinct flavors firsthand. Tickets can be purchased online.
Live music at Heart 2 Heart Bakery and Cafe’
Location: 18409 Old Statesville Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Cost: $35
Jam out to The Reggie Buie Smooth Jazz group at Heart 2 Heart Bakery’s next cafe concert. Tickets are $35 and include admission, one dessert and a drink of your choice.
Monday, May 1
Location: Multiple
Time: Varies
Cost: Varies
Whether you’re craving sweet or savory, there’s several restaurants serving brunch in Davidson. From mini cinnies to brunch burgers, CharlotteFive curated a list of popular spots you can try out around town, including The Egg Cafe, Hot Mess, The Pickled Peach and more.
Tuesday, May 2
Location: Birkdale Village Plaza, 8712 Lindholm Dr #202, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Stretch out in the Birkdale Village Plaza for a free workout class led by YogaSix instructors. All levels are welcome. As part of the weekly workout series, you’ll receive access to a virtual punch card during your first class, and if you go to five Be Well Birkdale classes, you get a special prize.
Wednesday, May 3
Grab tickets for the North Carolina Brewers and Music Festival
Location: Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078
When: May 12-13
Cost: Tickets start at $10 for kids and $20 for adults
Mark your calendar and make plans for this two-day North Carolina craft beer celebration. Nine bands will be hitting the stage for the festival and over 40 breweries will be serving drinks all weekend. It’s not too late to grab tickets online.
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Thursday, May 4
Location: 21333 Catawba Ave Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Cost: Free admission. Registration recommended.
Stop and smell the roses — while sipping a mocktail — at this pop-up event. Enjoy a floral drink from The Roaring Social while building a bouquet from Bentley’s Flower Truck. Plus, all guests will be entered into a drawing to win a free $25 bouquet and a four-pack of Mingle Mocktails to take home.
