August 25, 2025
The chefs, brewers, small business owners and adventure engineers of Cabarrus County are always hard at work creating fresh experiences for visitors and locals alike to enjoy. Find details below on recent happenings, new things to see and do and experiences to plan for. For the latest details on special events throughout the area, visit our Events Calendar.
New Restaurants
Cabarrus County’s dining options have expanded recently. Here’s a quick list of new restaurants to try:
- Hot Tuna Wok & Roll Bar, Harrisburg – Opened August 2025
- Pump Social, Downtown Concord – Opened August 2025
- Charros Mexican Restaurant, Downtown Concord – Opened July 2025
- Dive Bar, Downtown Concord – Opened June 2025
- Movida Pizza Pub, Concord – Opened May 2025
- Rio 150, Concord Mills – Opened April 2025
But that’s not all! Keep an eye out for these establishments coming soon:
- Concord Trading Post, Downtown Concord – Opening September 4
- The District Exchange, Downtown Concord – Opening September 18
- Poke Lakes, Afton Ridge in Concord – Opening Fall/Winter 2025
Towel City Announces Weekend Brunch Buffet
Starting September 6-7, Towel City Tavern will offer a rotating brunch buffet featuring exclusive cocktails along with extraordinary views of Atirum Health Ballpark in Downtown Kannapolis.
Held upstairs, both inside and outside on the terrace overlooking the home of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, brunch here will feature a new menu every weekend full of chef-inspired eats, a made-to-order Omelet station, and brunch-only cocktails like the French Toast Martini and Beer-Mosa.
Adults can enjoy for $20 per person while ages 6-12 are just $8, and kids under 5 years old eat free.
Now Open: The Nook
On June 28, Percent Small Batch Brewery held the Grand Opening of their new Concord taproom. This spot is a cool collaboration between local businesses that will keep you fueled up. Percent’s coffee partner, The Perc at The Nook serves incredible coffee and the new dining concept here, For Cryin’ Out Loud, offers smash burgers and hot chicken.
Read all about this cool collaboration here.
Revitalized Downtown Concord is Open & Growing
On May 3, the community celebrated the completion of the new streetscape along Union Street in downtown Concord with a ribbon cutting and block party.
Since then, public art continues to pop up and many new businesses have opened or are coming soon to the area including Concord Trolley Pub. In addition to the anticipated restaurants above, also coming soon to Downtown Concord are Mulligan’s Golf Club indoor golf simulator opening October 16, and The District Exchange, a mixed-used epicenter inspired by shopping arcades from around the world.
Get inspired by these 6 Reasons to Visit Revitalized Downtown Concord, NC and make plans to stroll through the area and take it all in. Shop small businesses, dine at local restaurants with new outdoor seating, and experience the exciting new vibe of this beloved historic downtown.
A Fresh Look for The Swanee
Following the gorgeous renovation of Downtown Kannapolis’ other historic theater completed in Spring 2024, this summer brings a fresh new look to the lobby of The Swanee Theatre.
Inside The Swanee’s new lobby (left). Photo credit: City of Kannapolis
Decked out with new paint, wallpaper and window screening, the design elements honor the window architecture of this historic theatre. The Swanee has a full slate of upcoming live performances to enjoy. Find them all on the Events Calendar.
Stay Up to Speed
There’s always more to explore in Cabarrus County! Bookmark this article and check back often to find out what’s happening! Know of something new? Keep us up-to-speed! Send a message or tag us on social media with @ExploreCabarrus or #ExploreCabarrus.
Discover something different in Concord, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Midland and Mount Pleasant. Whether it’s a spontaneous weeknight out or a well-planned week-long visit, be sure to experience some of the items on this ever-changing list.
