Oct. 2. Here is a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes.

Friday, Oct. 3

First Fridays

5-7 pm | Oct. 3. A gallery crawl type of event showcasing artworks from local artists, music and shopping; most businesses will stay open. Main Street and South Main Street, Davidson.

Live Under the Oaks

6-8 pm | Oct. 3. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village.

Ghost Hunt at the Hugh Torance House and Store

7:30-9:30 | Oct. 3. An authentic ghost hunt led by the experienced experts at the Charlotte Area Paranormal Society (CAPS). $25 per person; limit 24 participants. Hugh Torance House and Store.

Saturday, Oct. 4

Concerts @ the Circle: Petty Rewind – Tom Petty Tribute

7-9 pm | Oct. 4. Acoustic artist will perform from 5 – 6:30 pm with the headline artists playing 7 -9 pm. Jetton Street near Clean Juice, 605 D, Jetton St., Davidson.

Oct. 4: One year anniversary celebration at King Canary Davidson

King Canary Davidson, One Year Anniversary Party

All day | Oct. 4. Celebrate the One Year Anniversary with goodie bags for the first ten customers of the day, TEKU One Year Anniversary beer glasses available for purchase and Tweet Davidson (Hazy IPA) will be back on tap along with the collab with Summit Coffee to bring back Basic Bird (Cream Ale). Live music from 6-9pm with Johnny Rocco who performed on opening day. King Canary, 121 Depot St, Davidson.

Davidson Farmers Market

9 am – noon | every Saturday through Thanksgiving. Produce, flowers, meat and baked goods.Rain or shine. No pets. 120 S. Main St., Davidson, next to Town Hall between Main and Jackson streets.

Ghost Hunt at the Hugh Torance House and Store

7:30-9:30 pm | Oct. 4. An authentic ghost hunt led by the experienced experts at the Charlotte Area Paranormal Society (CAPS). $25 per person; limit 24 participants. Hugh Torance House and Store.

Tom Sandoval And The Most Extras

8:30 pm | Oct 3. Music by cast member of Vanderpump Rules and America’s Got Talent contestant. Tickets on sale now. Boatyard.

Saturdays and Sundays Oct. 4 – Nov. 23

Carolina Renaissance Festival

See website for schedule. Open rain or shine. Tickets required; dates may sell out. No pets. Fairgrounds, 16445 Poplar Tent Rd., Huntersville.

Sunday, Oct. 5

Inclusion Community turns 15

5pm | Oct. 5. Bring your favorite Mexican dish, wear bright festive colors and join the 15th birthday celebration of the Inclusion Community. Free but donations of size 4, 5 or 6 diapers for Caterpillar Ministries will be accepted. The Hut, 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.