Sept. 19: Dirty Dozen Brass Band perform at Cain Center for the Arts
Sept. 2. Magician Mark Clearview. One half of Florida Georgia Line. 9/11 tribute and more. Get out this month and experience the best of what Lake Norman has to offer.
Tuesday, Sept. 2
6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6:30 pm | Tuesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Wednesday, Sept. 3
North Meck Farmers Night Market
6-8 pm | Sept. 3. Special night market with fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.
6:30 pm | Wednesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Thursday, Sept. 4
6 – 9:30 pm | Sept. 4. Live cover band plays all styles of the 80s – pop, hair metal, new wave and dance. LangTree Lake Norman.
Friday, Sept. 5
6-8 pm | Sept. 5. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6:30 pm | Sept. 5. Buffett & Beyond will close out the season with a perfect end-of-summer celebration. Their tropical rock style and Jimmy Buffet classics will have the crowd singing along to favorites like “Margaritaville” and “Cheeseburger in Paradise.” Concert-goers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Local food vendors will also be on-site offering delicious refreshments. Liberty Park, 255 E. Iredell Ave., Mooresville 28115.
5-7 pm | Sept. 5. 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.
Brian Kelley – Sunshine State of Mind
8 pm | Sept. 5. $30 advance; $40 at door; $154 VIP package. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
Saturday, Sept. 6
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.
Sept. 6: Carolina Ascent home opener
7 pm | Sept. 6. Welcome back your Carolina Ascent FC as they take on Tampa Bay Sun FC in their home opening match of the 2025/26 season. The Base Camp Bash starts at 2:30 pm and includes food trucks, inflatables, live music and more at the Central Piedmont Community College Quad adjacent to the stadium. Buy tickets to the game here. American Legion Memorial Stadium, 218-1238 Armory Dr. Charlotte.
Sunday, Sept. 7
North Carolina Baroque Orchestra
Pergolesi’s “Stabat Mater” & Songs by Henry Purcell
3 pm | Sept. 7. Davidson-based soprano Sarah Lynch and British countertenor Charles Humphries join the North Carolina Baroque Orchestra Chamber Players for performances of Pergolesi’s stunningly beautiful “Stabat Mater” and favorite songs by Henry Purcell, including “Cold Genius” and “Music for a While.” Davidson College Presbyterian Church (Sanctuary), 100 N. Main Street. Davidson.
Learn Music Legends Block Party
Noon – 8 pm | Sept. 7. Two stages will showcase nonstop performances by our student Legends bands and local singer-songwriters. Come out for a full day of music, food, and family fun. Free event. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
Tuesday, Sept. 9
6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
5 – 9 pm | Sept. 9. UA Lifeline, a Ukrainian nonprofit, and Inna Collins will host a fundraiser for their organization to help Ukraine. Enjoy an evening of food, live music, community and support. Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse, 215 S. Main St., Davidson.
6:30 pm | Tuesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Wednesday, Sept. 10
10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
North Meck Farmers Night Market
5-7:30 p.m. | Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.
6:30 pm | Wednesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Thursday, Sept. 11
Sept. 11: 9/11 Anniversary Ceremony
7:45am | Sept. 11. Cornelius-Lemley Fire Rescue hosts a ceremony at Fire Station 1 to remember those who lost their lives in the September 11 terrorist attacks. 19729 S. Main St., Cornelius
Safety Saturday at Birkdale Village
10am – noon | Sept. 11. Day of safety fun for the entire family while interacting with local first responders, ninja obstacle course, live DJ and safety vehicles. Birkdale Village plaza.
Friday, Sept. 12
Ramble Tamble
Ramble Ramble: The Creedence Clearwater Revival
7:30 pm | Sept. 12. Composed of a group of talented musicians who share a deep passion for the music of CCR, Ramble Tamble has become renowned for their ability to recreate the magic and energy of the iconic rock band. Pricing from $41.83 to $63.43. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.
6-8 pm | Sept. 12. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Sept. 13
Town of Cornelius photo
Cornelius Festival of Cultures
3-6 pm | Sept. 13. An opportunity for people to experience the many cultures that make up Cornelius and the surrounding area. Food, drink, and beer/wine vendors, handmade items from various arts and craft vendors, live performances from local groups, kids’ crafts and more. Cain Park, downtown Cornelius.
7:30 pm | Sept. 13. Mark Clearview is a world-renowned magician, comedian, and world record holder. $30.63 to $52.73. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.
7:30 pm | Sept. 13. Inside Out. Seating is first come, first serve. Attendees are encouraged to bring additional blankets and chairs. No outside food or beverage is permitted, but takeout from onsite restaurants is encouraged. Coolers are prohibited. Events are subject to cancellation pending weather conditions. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6-8 pm | Sept. 13. Greggie & The Jets – Elton John TributeTown Green, downtown Davidson.
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.
7 pm | Sept. 13. With opener Mystic Vibrations. $15 advance; $20 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
4-8 pm | Sept. 13. In addition to fine art from local artists, there will be handmade gifts, food and live music. Greggie & The Jets will perform on the Town Green. 119 S. Main Street, Davidson.
Tuesday, Sept. 16
6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6:30 pm | Tuesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
11 am – 1 pm | Sept. 17. Barbecue lunch and play to win one of five awesome prizes during bingo. Registration required. $10 for residents; $15 others. Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave.
9 am to noon | Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.
10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6:30 pm | Wednesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Thursday, Sept. 18
5-7pm | Sept. 18. Enjoy wine/beer, rotating apps and a silent auction on the patio in support of veterans’ mental health and Wounded Warriors. $40 per person. Peninsula Prime.
Backyard Barbecue with Jazz & Bourbon Tasting
5:30-7:30 pm | Sept. 18. $75 for a BBQ & Jazz ticket; $100 for a BBQ, Jazz & Bourbon tasting experience ticket. Both options include a BBQ dinner buffet, one drink ticket (21+), unlimited nonalcoholic beverages, and live jazz from the Bill Ward Trio. The bourbon tasting experience option features four different bourbons from Southern Distilling Company who will be onsite for a “speakeasy style” tasting with an experienced bourbon connoisseur. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.
Friday, Sept. 19
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band7:30 pm | Sept. 19. Celebrating over 45 years since their founding in 1977, the GRAMMY Award-winning New Orleans-based Dirty Dozen Brass Band has taken the traditional foundation of brass band music and incorporated it into a blend of genres, including bebop jazz, funk and R&B/soul. Pricing from $47.35 to $68.45. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.
8 pm – midnight | Sept. 19. South Carolina’s ultimate party band. $10 advance; $15 at the door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
6-8 pm | Sept. 19. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Saturday, Sept. 20
11:00 am – 3:00 pm | Sept. 20. Help the Huskies men’s lacrosse team raise money for their spring season and grab a bite to eat – proceeds benefit the team. $10 car wash. Torrence & Knox.
Jazz Legacy Project presents John Coltrane: The Beauty of Struggle
7:30 pm | Sept. 20. Explore how John Coltrane’s music directly shaped R&B, Soul, and eventually Hip-Hop. $36.30 to $47.35. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave.
8 pm – midnight | Sept. 20. A tribute to U2. $17 advance; $20 at the door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
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.
Noon- 10 pm | Sept. 20. Kick off the fun with a market and roll right into the jams and tunes from OOPS Polka Band. Expect delicious Oktoberfest food including hot pretzels, brats, sausages, and so much more. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
Lake Norman Empowerment Festival
5-9 pm | Sept. 20. Family-friendly evening filled with gospel music, inspiring vendors, and community spirit. Expect soulful sounds from both local and national artists. This free event is a beautiful opportunity to come together in celebration, reflection, and unity. Smithville Park.
Noon-10 pm | Sept. 20. The Kruger Brothers headline the free event featuring live music, beer and food. All ages welcome. The Carwash Davidson,.
Sunday, Sept. 21
3 pm | Sept. 21. Features the Ciompi Quartet of Duke University for their season opener. Prior to the show members of the North Carolina Youth Orchestra will perform at 2:20pm. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for seniors, plus fees.
Sept. 21: Chasing Phoenix will perform at Rock the Lake 2
Noon – 8 pm | Sept. 21. The high-energy music festival returns for it’s second year and will feature a host of local bands across two stages providing a day full of fun, food, and community spirit. This year’s event supports two local charities focused on serving Western North Carolina. Tickets are $25/person and $100 to reserve a table. Lake Norman Brewery, 1753 Triangle Cir., Denver.
Monday, Sept. 22
Modern Calligraphy and Pumpkin Lettering
6:30-8 pm | Sept. 22. Class includes 1.5 hours of instruction and demonstration, our beginner’s calligraphy kit (two nibs, black ink pot, 2 letter guides, tracing paper and straight pen holder), and all materials to write on. Everything is yours to keep at the end of the workshop! Additionally, we will be lettering on faux pumpkins at the end of our class time. $68. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
Tuesday, Sept. 23
6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6:30 pm | Tuesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Wednesday, Sept. 24
9 am to noon | Sept. 24. Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius.
10:30 am to noon | Wednesdays through Oct. 23. Pre-school aged little buds are invited for interactive playdates including arts and crafts, story time, face painting and other kid-centric activities. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Magnolias, Mulligans & Murder!
6-7 pm | Sept. 24. It’s a mystery/comedy for teens/YA and its story is based in our southern, waterfront, golf club lovin’ area. Cain Center for the Arts.
6:30 pm | Wednesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
Friday, Sept. 26
River Rock at Alexander Farms Fall Festival
4-6pm | Sept. 26. Inaugural event with fall decor, bluegrass band, food carts, drink carts and vendors, as well as fun fall games and a pie making contest. River Rock at Alexander Farms, Cornelius.
6-8 pm | Sept. 26. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
8 pm – midnight | Sept. 26. AC/DC tribute. $10 advance; $15 at the door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius.
Saturday, Sept. 27
All day | Sept. 27. Live music in the afternoon, Stein Holding Competitions, and an Oktoberfest Food Favorites from Marlee Jean’s Raw Bar & Kitchen. King Canary, 121 Depot St, Davidson.
Sept. 27. Live music from the North Carolina Polka Time Allstars. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
10am-2pm | Sept. 27. Potters, woodworkers, photographers, gardeners and crafters of all types present their work. Bailey’s Glen Clubhouse.
Catherine M. Wilson Dedication
10:30-11:30am | Sept. 27. Ceremony to rename 301 Billingsley Road in honor of Catherine M. Wilson, the first African American program administrator at the Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services. RSVP via the link no later than Monday, Sept. 22.
‘Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival
2-8 pm | Sept. 27. Live music on two stages, local artists and crafters, craft beer and food trucks, kids zone, petting zoo. Oak Street Mill, Town Hall and Catawba Avenue in downtown Cornelius.
6-8 pm | Sept. 27. Davidson College Symphony & Jazz Ensemble. Town Green, downtown Davidson.
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.
10 am – noon | Sept. 27. Update: Reluctantly, we have had to postpone our Shred Event for Sept. 27 due to rain and flash flood warnings, which make it unsafe to continue. We are so sorry for the inconvenience. We will reschedule and share the new date as soon as it is secured! – Thank you, Susan Johnson + Associates
Bring your old documents, confidential files and no longer-needed important paperwork to the free shred event sponsored by Susan Johnson + Associates. Paper, folders, hanging folders, paperclips, elastics, staples and metal clips can all be shredded. Items such as batteries, 3 ring binders, cardboard boxes and any other non-recyclable items are not allowed. Keller Williams Parking Area, 19721 Bethel Church Rd., Cornelius.
Sunday, Sept. 28
25th Annual All American Dog Show
2-5 pm | Sept. 28. Cornelius’ most beloved dog-friendly tradition: the All American Dog Show. Hundreds of dog lovers and their furry best friends will gather for an afternoon filled with pet-centric vendors, tasty concessions, and plenty of lighthearted contests. $6 Early Bird Registration; $10 on site. Additional contests $3 each. Robbins Park.
4-6pm | Sept. 28. Davidson Historical Society and Rachel Workman lead a tour of the historic Louise Sloan House, a Queen Anne style cottage built around 1900. 230 South Main Street in downtown Davidson.
North Carolina Baroque Orchestra
3pm | Sept. 28. North Carolina Baroque Orchestra presents Autumn Leaves and the music of Vivaldi, Bach and Telemann to celebrate the fall season. Free concert but donations are appreciated. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 164 Fairview Rd., Mooresville.
Tuesday, Sept. 30
6-10 pm | Sept. 30. Dinner, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auction items, live entertainment, raffles and the opportunity to support the lifesaving work of Lake Norman Humane. $150; tickets required. Lake Norman Humane, 2106 Charlotte Hwy., Mooresville 28117.
6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6:30 pm | Tuesdays in September. Torrence & Knox.
