May 22, 2025
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15, 2025! From water slide or stock car thrills to relaxing at a baseball game or a local brewery, celebrate Dad with these special experiences in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
Ride in a Racecar
Treat Dad to the rush of a real stock car at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord. Driving and ride along experiences are the ultimate Father’s Day gift. Check out all the options from NASCAR Racing Experience and book yours today. Be sure to arrive early or stick around after your experience to explore all of the motorsports attractions that “Where Racing Lives” has to offer.
Dads who love cars will also enjoy spending some quality time showing off their own ride in Midland during Rocky River Vineyards’ Father’s Day Cruise-In on June 15.
Splash Around
If your dad is in need of some major fun, help him tap into his inner child and celebrate Father’s Day with a full weekend of water park excitement at Great Wolf Lodge. From rushing down the six-story funnel of the Howlin’ Tornado to kicking back in his own private cabana, Dad will have the chance to unwind while spending quality time with the whole pack.
Catch a Baseball Game
Celebrate Father’s Day with tickets to a game at Atrium Health Ballpark. The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers have over 60 home games during the season. Kannapolis offers a variety of things to do, places to eat, and events to enjoy including summer concerts, veteran-owned brewery Old Armor Beer Company, and racing-related pit stops as hometown of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt.
Inuldge in a Delicious Feast
Whether your dad is a fan of great barbecue, authentic Italian cuisine or classic Southern dishes, Cabarrus County’s restaurants pack a ton of flavor. Skip the cooking and spend more time reconnecting and making memories. Enjoy a meal with the entire family at a local eatery like The Smoke Pit in Concord, then go out for dessert at one of the area’s many sweet shops.
Sip Some Bourbon
Treat Dad with a visit to Southern Strain Brewing Company during their Father’s Day Beef & Bourbon at the Strain event on June 14-16. In addition to their weekly Jazz Brunch offerings, The Eatery will be serving up steak specials and guests can order quality bourbons by the glass.
For another spirited experience, visit Southern Grace Distilleries for their Father’s Day Barrel House Tasting on June 15, a great gift for dads who are whiskey and bourbon connoisseurs. Then, plan on enjoying an incredible meal at nearby 73 & Main in Downtown Mt. Pleasant where the dishes feature lots of local ingredients.
Enjoy Local Beer
Looking for a relaxing day with Dad? Map out your own tour of local breweries to enjoy laid-back patios, cool taprooms, new beer releases and special events. Along with great atmospheres, Cabarrus County’s craft breweries often feature live music, trivia, and so much more. Check out this list of places to grab a drink or let Dad design his own tasting tour with Cabarrus County’s craft beverage trail, Explore & Pour.
Golf & Get Active
Spend the weekend enjoying the outdoors with Dad! Check in at Embassy Suites and play a round of golf at Rocky River Golf Club, one of North Carolina’s top courses. After playing on these scenic greens, retire to the Clubhouse for a bite to eat. Score even more quality time together with a day of exploring along the Carolina Thread Trail.
Discover it All
These are just a few of the exciting adventures and gifts you’ll find in Cabarrus County. For additional ideas, check out these events and discover even more things to do with Dad.
