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From racetrack thrills to panning for gold, there is so much to see and do in Cabarrus County.
When we say you’ll never run out of things to do in Cabarrus County, we mean it. Indoors or out, fast or slow, sweet or savory, your experience here is sure to be filled with unforgettable fun and lifelong memories. Wondering where to start? Get your wheels turning with these signature attractions.
Charlotte Motor Speedway offers excitement year-round, whether it’s a major NASCAR event or a daily tour taking you behind the scenes and onto the legendary track. For a trip to the past, go underground at Reed Gold Mine and pan for gold where the country’s first documented discovery of gold took place — you can even keep what you find! And at the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame, explore the stories of our state’s music industry greats like Charlie Daniels, Roberta Flack, Ronnie Milsap, Kellie Pickler, The Avett Brothers and many more.
Endless fun awaits at the variety of attractions across Cabarrus County!
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Upcoming Events
Nov 17 – Dec 31, 2023
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Concord
Enjoy watching a bevy of Christmas movies while experiencing the lights at Speedway Christmas!
Nov 20 – Dec 30, 2023
Village Park
Kannapolis
Experience the festive atmosphere of Christmas in Kannapolis, North Carolina throughout the entire month with the Celebration of Lights. This dazzling event, held at Village Park, showcases over 250,000 lights from November 18 to December 30 (excluding Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).
Nov 20, 2023 – Jan 7, 2024
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Concord
Get ready for one of the largest holiday celebrations in the Southeast. Speedway Christmas, presented by Atrium Health, features five-million Christmas lights strewn across a four-mile course.
