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Tianyu Lights Festival at Concord Mills

Concord Mills 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, NC, United States

Step into a world of light and wonder at the Tianyu Lights Festival, coming to Concord Mills from April 18 to June 22. Experience 25 breathtaking lantern displays, an interactive illuminated playground, and live acrobatic performances. Walk through enchanted lands, meet talking parrots, and explore an underwater kingdom—all glowing with color and creativity. The show […]

Free

Mt. Pleasant Literary Festival – Adult, Teen & Authors!

Mt. Pleasant Library 1111 North Washington Street, Mt. Pleasant, NC, United States

The Friends of Mt. Pleasant Library are proud to announce the Children, Adult and Teen’s lineup for our 2025 Literary Festival. Eric Litwin will perform three shows where he sings and dances and tells us all about his Pete the Cat books. We’ll have Joan Holub lead a graphic novel workshop. Kimberly Wilson will teach […]

Mt. Pleasant Literary Festival – Adult, Teen & Authors!

Mt. Pleasant Library 1111 North Washington Street, Mt. Pleasant, NC, United States

The Friends of Mt. Pleasant Library are proud to announce the Children, Adult and Teen’s lineup for our 2025 Literary Festival. Eric Litwin will perform three shows where he sings and dances and tells us all about his Pete the Cat books. We’ll have Joan Holub lead a graphic novel workshop. Kimberly Wilson will teach […]

New CAG Class: Fairies and Sprites Needle Felting with Meghan McKillop

Five Oaks Art Studio 1247 Rural Drive NW, Concord, NC, United States

Come experience the magic of needle felting. This is a great opportunity to learn how to create a wool-felt sprite or fairy for yourself or as a gift. Meghan will provide you with the supplies (including felting tools to be used in the session) to create the fairy/sprite and mount it on a base for […]

Mt. Pleasant Literary Festival – Adult, Teen & Authors!

Mt. Pleasant Library 1111 North Washington Street, Mt. Pleasant, NC, United States

The Friends of Mt. Pleasant Library are proud to announce the Children, Adult and Teen’s lineup for our 2025 Literary Festival. Eric Litwin will perform three shows where he sings and dances and tells us all about his Pete the Cat books. We’ll have Joan Holub lead a graphic novel workshop. Kimberly Wilson will teach […]

Carolinas Community Band Festival

Kannapolis Performing Arts Center 415 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Kannapolis, NC, United States

Piedmont Community Band is excited to announce our inaugural Carolinas Community Band Festival on April 26, 2025, from 11 a. m. to 4 p.m. at the Kannapolis Performing Arts Center! A celebration of four local symphonic community bands and talent from right here in the Carolinas. Each band will give a concert of approximately 40 […]

Spring Festival at Rocky River Vineyards

Rocky River Vinyards 11685 Reed Mine Rd, Midland, North Carolina

Spend a perfect spring day at Rocky River Vineyards in Midland, NC! Enjoy live music as you browse artisan craft vendors, sip on your favorite wines or refreshing wine slushies, and enjoy tasty options from local food trucks. It's a day full of shopping, sipping, and soaking in the spring vibes. Rocky River Vineyard is […]

Crochet Mini Bees at the Kannapolis Library

Kannapolis Library 850 Mountain St, Kannapolis, NC, United States

Crochet a mini bee that can be turned into a keychain! Basic crochet skills needed. No registration required. Admission is free. Ages 13+. For more information, please visit www.cabarruscounty.us.

Free

Shag Dance Lessons at Cabarrus Brewing Company

Cabarrus Brewing Company 329 Mcgill Ave NW, Concord, North Carolina

Grab a partner and get your dancing shoes on—Shag Dance Lessons are happening every Tuesday at Cabarrus Brewing Company! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your moves, this class is the perfect way to have fun and meet fellow dancers. Class begins at 7 PM, arrive early to park and get settled. Come […]

Free

Streetscape Grand Opening Block Party

Downtown Concord 65 Union St S, Concord, NC, United States

Join us for the Grand Opening “Streetscape” Block Party on Saturday, May 3 to mark this exciting milestone together! 📍 Ribbon Cutting at 11:45 AM | Festivities 12 PM – 8 PM 🎶 Live Music featuring @krveband : 1 pm – 4 pm @latenightspecialmusic : 5 pm – 8 pm @sethpeagler : 6:30 pm- 8 […]

Free

CAG Annual Spring Judged Art Show 2025 Opening Reception & Details

Clearwater Arts Center & Studios 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord, NC, United States

Opening Reception on Sunday, May 04 at 2pm We are excited to announce that entering the Cabarrus Art Guild’s Spring Judged Art Show is even more convenient! Intake: May 03, 2025, 10am-2pm Walk-in registrations/payment are no longer accepted. * Pre-registration and pre-payment are required via our convenient online entry form and online payment. Online registration […]