Things to Do

Attractions

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!

Upcoming Events

Nov 17 – Dec 31, 2023

Movie Nights at Speedway Christmas
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Concord

Enjoy watching a bevy of Christmas movies while experiencing the lights at Speedway Christmas!

Nov 20 – Dec 30, 2023

Celebration of Lights 
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

Speedway Christmas
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.

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Things To Do

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3 Jem’s Boutique
3jemsboutique.com
Boutiques Shopping Things To Do
147 West Ave
Kannapolis, NC 28081
(704) 932-0099
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Adair Style Studio
adairstylestudio.com
Boutiques Shopping Things To Do
6185 Bayfield Pkwy
Concord, NC 28027
(980) 439-1951
Afton Run Greenway
concordnc.gov
Outdoor Adventures Parks & Trails Things To Do
Parking at Dorton Park
5790 Poplar Tent Rd
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 920-5600
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Afton Village Shops
aftonvillage.com
Shopping Shopping Hubs Things To Do
5389 Village Dr
Concord, NC 28027
704-721-5337
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Almond Farm
almondfarmproduce.com
Family Fun Farms Outdoor Things To Do
5180 US Hwy 601 S
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 793-1746
8421 Concord Mills Blvd
Concord, NC 28027
888-262-4386
Annes Boutique
shopannesboutique.com
Boutiques Shopping Things To Do
349 Copperfield Blvd NE
Suite E
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 793-4943
Art Box Studio
artboxstudionc.com
Attractions Indoor Things To Do
38 Union St S
Suite 208
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 791-2923
AR Workshop
arworkshop.com
Attractions Indoor Things To Do
5345 Vining St NW
Suite 102
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 278-7080
Ashton Renee Boutique
ashtonrenee.com
Boutiques Shopping Things To Do
9 Cabarrus Ave W
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 787-8230
AutoBarn Classic Cars
autobarnclassiccars.com
Motorsports Race Tracks & Museums Things To Do
325 McGill Ave
Suite 500
Concord, NC 28025
704-788-2765