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Weekend Getaway

Spend the weekend exploring, then start planning your return! A few days is never enough to fit in all the fun you’ll find in Cabarrus County.

What’s Your Getaway Style?

When you spend a weekend in Cabarrus County, you can fit in a little bit of everything. See main attractions like Charlotte Motor Speedway, Concord Mills and Great Wolf Lodge. Save time to unplug at parks and trails. Surround yourself in downtown charm and refuel at restaurants that will satisfy cravings for everything from barbeque to sweets. And if you’re in the mood for a drink, we’ve got exciting spots whether you’re looking for craft brews or fresh roasted beans.

It’s too much to squeeze into a single day — so make a weekend of it. Better yet, make it a long weekend! Any time of year, there’s always something more to experience.

 

Design Your Dream Getaway

Looking for a fun family excursion? A getaway with the girls? Three days of thrills? We have weekend itineraries for all kinds of trips to Cabarrus County. When you finish one, come back to start planning the next!

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Year-Round Escapes

Cabarrus County has it all, no matter what time of year you’re planning to visit. The area’s mild climate and four-season weather means no matter the season, you’ll find plenty of options for fun, indoors and out.

In spring, visit for unforgettable racing events including the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals and the Coca-Cola 600. Extend your stay to experience more springtime must-sees and enjoy an al fresco meal. Over the summer, our schedule fills with festivals, fireworks, baseball games and outdoor concerts. Fall brings crisp air, colorful leaves and pumpkin patches. In winter, bundle up and hit the trails, then warm up with exciting indoor experiences like sipping whiskey at a prison-turned-distillery.

Here are our favorite itineraries for every season:

Stay a While

Make your trip to Cabarrus County a weekend (or more) worth remembering. Our guide to places to stay gives you everything you need to know to make it special.

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Whether your idea of fun is RV camping, a bed and breakfast or hotel with all the amenities, you have plenty of lodging options here.

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