Starting in September, Downtown Concord introduces Love Local Thursdays—a community-driven event happening on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month. Enjoy a fun night out dining at your favorite downtown Concord restaurants, late-night shopping with exclusive deals, and live music on Barbrick Ave. Cozy up to one of our tables or bring your own chairs and stay a while! Explore unique pop-up markets inside The Lenz Studio, and take advantage of the new Social District, where you can stroll Downtown with your favorite beverage. We hope you’ll join us on Thursdays as the start of something new in downtown Concord. Visit website for more information and businesses who will be participating. Dates: September 5; September 19; October 3; All Ages Welcome; FREE; No Registration Required; Union Street North; Concord; For more information, visit www.explorecabarrus.com