7 free and cheap things to do in Lake Norman: Celebrate Huntersville, Tequila Tuesday, live music
This list is curated by Charlotte on the Cheap, where you’ll find even more free and cheap things to do every day, and detailed by Denise Casalez.
Friday, Aug. 25
Live Music with “Chris Clifton Band” at 202 North Main Fine Wine, Spirits and Music Room
Location: 202 N Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115
Time: Starts at 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 cover
Spend your Friday night listening to some live tunes by Chris Clifton Band at 202 North Main Fine Wine, Spirits and Music Room. With just a $5 dollar cover charge, you can listen to the rock and blues from the golden era and grab some drinks to enjoy the night.
Saturday, Aug. 26
Primal Brewery Huntersville celebrates 150 years of Huntersville
Location: 16432 Old Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: Starts at 12 p.m.
Cost: Free admission
Celebrate 150 years of Huntersville with Primal Brewing Huntersville. There will be live music, food trucks, games and special deals all day, such as snow cones and popcorn for $1.50 and limited drinks selling for $18.73. (It’s been 150 years since 1873, get it?)Don’t miss this day of full celebration and fun.
Sunday, Aug. 27
Free tour of Hugh Torance House and Store
Location: 8231 Gilead Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 1:15-3 p.m.
Cost: Free, but donations are welcome
Want a fun adventure stepping back in time to the late 18th century? Hugh Torance House is hosting free tours from 1:15 to 3 p.m. Spend your Sunday learning more about this circa 1779 structure, which is the oldest standing store in North Carolina.
Monday, Aug. 28
Search for treasures at Oak Street Mill Antiques in Cornelius
Location: 19725 Oak St suite 12, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 11-5 p.m.
Cost: Free entry
If you’re looking for a fun date idea or something different to do with your friends and family, then head on over to Oak Street Mill Antiques, located in a 100+ year old historic cotton mill in Cornelius. Search for treasures or antiques to pair wonderfully with your home or office space.
Tuesday, Aug. 29
Tequila Tuesday at Thigs Cocktail Bar
Location: 21234 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC 28031
Time: 5-10 p.m.
Cost: $10 margarita deals, plus 50% off tequila flights
Tequila Tuesdays? Yes, please! If you’re looking for a fun way to relax after work, Thigs Cocktail Bar is having a special deal on tequila drinks, with $10 margarita specials and free delivery from Maola’s Pizzeria.
Wednesday, Aug. 30
Try a steamed bagel sandwich at Sully’s Steamers
Location: 721 Jetton St, Davidson, NC 28036
Time: 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for breakfast and lunch for the first couple weeks, then 7 a.m.-8:30 p.m. daily
Cost: Under $10
If you’re looking for a new breakfast or lunch spot, look no further. Sully’s Steamer’s is opening its Davidson location on Friday, Aug. 25 and is bringing a full menu of tasty bagel sandwiches. You can try specials like the Meat Chimney with bacon, sausage, egg and cheddar cheese, or go with something special like the pizza bagel with pepperoni, provolone cheese and pizza sauce.
Thursday, Aug. 31
Throttle Thursday at Murto Made Distillery in Mooresville
Location: 11941 Ramah Church Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Cost: Free entry
Get your helmets and bike gear ready because Mutro Made Distillery presents Throttle Thursday on the last Thursday of the month from April to October. You can expect live music, food trucks and bikes throughout the night.
Visit Charlotte on the Cheap for an expanded list of things to do in the Lake Norman area, as well as a big list of things to do in the whole Charlotte region. You’ll find festivals, kids’ activities, date night ideas, art, trivia and much more.
