Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Lake Norman| March 24-30
Friday, March 24
Support local Girl Scouts before cookie season is over. Several troops will be out in the Lake Norman area selling Girl Scout cookies over the weekend. Find out more from our 2023 guide to Girl Scout cookies about where you can get your favorite Thin Mints, Samoas and Trefoils in-person or online. Multiple locations.
Catch the NCAA tournament games on the Birkdale Village Big Screen. March Madness screenings are free for all visitors, and seating is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. You can also participate in the Village Madness bracket. Players that have the most accurate bracket at the end of the challenge will receive a $20 Birkdale Village gift card. The women’s tournament game will be played at 2:30 p.m., and the men’s game will be at 6:30 p.m. 8712 Lindholm Drive, #202, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Start your weekend out with an evening of goat yoga at Eleven Lakes Brewing. Get your flow on with baby goats, then grab a drink from the brewery. Everyone is welcome and no experience is needed. Just bring a towel or mat for the class. Tickets are $28 and can be bought online. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 10228 Bailey Road #201, Cornelius, NC 28031.
Saturday, March 25
The Huntersville Top Deck Car and Truck Show is back. Enjoy live music, food, drinks and, of course, the hottest rides around town. There will be awards given for Crowd Favorite, Best in Show Car, Best in Show Truck, Best in Show Pre-1975 and Best in Show Post-1975. All makes and models are welcome. Participants can pre-register online. Free. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Participate in Hoptown Brewing’s Sip it Forward 4 Miler event to raise awareness and money for four charities. Run or walk the 4 mile trail, and every participant gets to choose the charity they would like to make their donation to. The 4 Miler costs $40, and the one mile walk costs $10. You can sign up online. 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. 107 Plantation Ridge Drive, Mooresville, NC US 28117.
Get a workout in and grab a drink at Barre at the Bar. Overflow is teaming up with Pure Barre Mooresville to host a free pop up class open to the public. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 137 Mecklynn Road, Mooresville, NC 28117.
Check out the Charlotte Ballet at the Cain Center for the Arts. Dancers will be performing Under the Lights, a tribute to iconic singer-songwriter Johnny Cash. There’s two performances you can catch. One at 2 p.m., and another at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $40 and can be purchased online. 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius, NC 28031.
Sunday, March 26
Spend your Sunday at the Lake Norman Men that Cook event, where 22 teams of men will come together for a cook-off serving their favorite foods to win prize money for their favorite charities. The community is invited to participate by voting for “the best of the best” in several categories. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Eleven Lakes Brewing, 10101 Bailey Road, Cornelius, NC 28031.
Check out the last Bentley’s Flower Truck Pop-Up at Birkdale Village. You can choose as many flowers as you’d like to be wrapped up to take home. The truck also has three taps to serve up beer, cider and more. 4-8 p.m. 8712 Lindholm Drive, #202, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Wrap up the weekend with a beer pairing dinner at King Canary Brewing. Enjoy a five-course meal with dessert to go along with drinks from the brewery. Tickets are $50 per person. 6-8 p.m. 562 Williamson Road, Mooresville, NC 28117.
Monday, March 27
Check out the Home Grown exhibit, comprised of work from local artists, at the Cain Center for the Arts. The annual exhibit showcases pieces from artists of all levels and mediums. The last day to check out this year’s display is March 31. Free. 21348 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031.
Tuesday, March 28
Treat yourself and shop the Green Jeans Consignment Sale. There will be a wide selection of new and gently worn brand name, boutique and designer clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories from petite to plus sizes, including maternity. Shop the sale March 28-April 2. 500 S. Main St., Mooresville, NC 28115.
Wednesday, March 29
Get outdoors and spend some time in the sun with your friends or family. There are multiple outdoor activities to discover this spring around the Lake Norman area, including walking the greenways in Davidson and dining outdoors. You can find 10 of CharlotteFive’s favorite family-friendly spots in our spring activity guide. Multiple locations.
Thursday, March 30
Spend your happy hour trying out a smoked cocktail. Several restaurants and bars around the Charlotte area are offering a creative twist on classic drinks. Find some new smoky beverages for your next night out with our guide to smoked cocktails, including options at Barrel and Fork, Duckworth’s and more. Multiple locations.
