July 16: Hotel Fiction performs at River Jam / Photo by @garrett.cardoso
Here are highlights of events this month in the Lake Norman region. For events that repeat weekly, we’ve created an ONGOING category; just scroll down and you’ll find it.
July 13: Cigars on the Terrace at Royal Bliss Brewing Co.
July 13
Cigars on the Terrace
7 pm. Enjoy the exclusive Cigar Bock beer aged on wood from cigar boxes to compliment & pair with your cigar selections. Advance tickets are $30 and include two craft cigars and your first drink to pair them with. Royal Bliss Brewing Co. 7532 Royal Bliss Court, Denver.
July 14-16
7 pm. Live music takes place at a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue at the Whitewater Center.
Thursday, July 14: Remember Jones
Friday, July 15: Bird Dog Jubilee
Saturday, July 16: Hotel Fiction
July 14
Live music
6-9 pm. Revelry Soul. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Road, Mooresville.
July 14
6 p.m. Jim Quick & Coastline. Veterans Park, 119 N. Main St., Kannapolis
July 15
Live Music
7-10 pm. Stark Reality Trio. Royal Bliss Brewing Co. 7532 Royal Bliss Court, Denver.
7 p.m. Sammy Kershaw. Children 18 and younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. You are welcome to bring your lawn chairs. No pets or smoking please. Food and drinks will be sold during the events. Village Park, 740 W. C St,. Kannapolis.
Concert
8:30 pm. The Wildflowers, Tom Petty tribute band. Tickets, $15 in advance, $20 day of show. Boatyard LKN, 18418 Statesville Road, Cornelius.
July 16: REO Survivor performs at Concerts @ the Circles
July 16
Concerts @ the Circles
5-6:30 pm acoustic artist; 7 pm REO Survivor. Jetton Street by Clean Juice, Davidson.
Live Music
7-10 pm. Joseph Gallo Trio. Royal Bliss Brewing Co. 7532 Royal Bliss Court, Denver.
Healing History
Native American medicine, medical tools, the prosthetics of Richard Torrance, Hattie Torrence, midwife. Cedar Groove Live Music – Americana/Folk. Hugh Torance House & Store, 8231 Gilead Road, Huntersville.
6-9 pm. Tanner Burch. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
7 p.m. Tracy Lawrence. Children 18 and younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. You are welcome to bring your lawn chairs. No pets or smoking please. Food and drinks will be sold during the events. Village Park, 740 W. C St,. Kannapolis.
July 17
6-9 pm. Grant Funderburk. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
July 17: Mooresville Cruise-In
2-6 pm. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Road, Mooresville.
1 pm. Crank Sinatra. Veterans Park, 119 N. Main St., Kannapolis.
July 18
2022 Lake Norman Big Band
Tickets are $25 per person. New Victory Lanes, 125 Morlake Drive, Mooresville.
Doors open at 7 pm. Showtime is 8 pm. Tickets are $15 per person in advance or $20 at the door the day of the show. Grab your tickets online or in person at Lost Worlds Brewing. Show rating is Adult PG-13 and admission is 21 and older. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
July 21-23
7 pm. Live music takes place at a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue at the Whitewater Center.
Thursday, July 21: Royal Horses
Friday, July 22: Dirty Grass Players
Saturday, July 23: Underground Springhouse
July 21-31
Advance Tickets: Adult, $25-29; senior (65+), $23-27; student (under 21), $15-18. Ages 12 and older. Duke Family Performance Hall, 207 Faculty Drive, Davidson, Davidson College campus.
July 21: Vegas McGraw performs at LangTree Lake Norman
July 21
Live music
6-9 pm. Vegas McGraw is a Tim McGraw Tribute artist. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Road, Mooresville.
LalaCaboosa Downtown Music Series
6 – 9 pm. Pursey Kerns Band. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and beer trucks on site. Veterans Park at Main & Maxwell, 201 Huntersville-Concord Road, Huntersville.
July 22
6-9 pm. Patrick Lilly. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
July 23
6-9 pm. Eternally Grateful. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
Cool Off with a Cop
2 pm. Come out and join the Cornelius Police Department at the Smithville Park Splash Pad.
7 p.m. Mother’s Finest. Children 18 and younger must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. You are welcome to bring your lawn chairs. No pets or smoking please. Food and drinks will be sold during the events. Village Park, 740 W. C St,. Kannapolis.
July 28
July 28: Heart Breaker performs at LangTree Lake Norman
6-9 pm. Heart Breaker. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Road, Mooresville.
July 28-31
Production of Julius Caesar by Free Reign Theatre
William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar is the iconic tale of political intrigue and false friendships that ultimately cause more harm than good. Recommended for ages 14 and older. Tickets: $15. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville.
Friday, Saturday July 29, 30: 8- 10:30 pm
Sunday, July 313:30 – 6 pm
July 28-30
7 pm. Live music takes place at a one-of-a-kind outdoor venue at the Whitewater Center.
Thursday, July 28: Stillhouse Junkies
Friday, July 29:Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers
Saturday, July 30: Kind Hearted Strangers
July 30
6-9 pm. Yesterday. Primal Brewery, 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
July 31
Summer Brunch Food Truck Rally
11 am – 3:30 pm. Along with food, mimosas and Bloody Mary drinks, as well as beer and wine, will be available for sale. Music, activities and games for the kids. Picnic tables will be out or bring a blanket/bag chair. Admission is free, $5 parking which can be paid in advance on Eventbrite or cash at the door. Historic Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville.
2-6 pm. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Road, Mooresville.
ONGOING
Mondays
6:15 pm. Roll Out. The F3 aka D9 Swell Riders lead a group that encourages all cyclists to come ride. Bailey Road Park; meet at the parking lot by the basketball courts. Distance/pace: 15 miles; social ride with faster group options; no drop.
Depending on how big of a group there is, they may break off into an A, B, and C group. All abilities are welcome — they ride and regroup so that no one is left behind. Post-ride, cool off with a beer at D9 Brewing. D9 donates $1 for every beer to Bike MS, a fundraising initiative of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
6:30-7:30 pm. Drop in for this high-energy class at Bailey Road Recreation Center. $10 per class, pay at the door.
Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturdays
8:30-11:30 am. Cornelius Parks & Recreation and Lake Norman Pickleball Association are now offering Pickleball Open Play at Robbins Park, 17738 West Catawba Ave. Players of all skill levels are welcome, Participants will need to bring their own paddle. This is a free, drop-in program; no registration is required.
Monday – Friday
Art Exhibit
10 am-4 pm. Reflections & Movements is an abstract exhibit by Junior Gomez, bringing forth vibrance and dimension through the application of color and brush stroke techniques. Artwork will be displayed in the Cornelius Art Center gallery from June 20 – August 5, 2022. Cornelius Art Center Gallery, 19725 Oak Street, Cornelius.
Tuesdays
6-7 pm free workout class. Check in starts at 5:45 pm. Workout class by various studios and instructors. Don’t forget your mat. You’ll receive a punch card during your first class and if you come to four Be Well Birkdale classes, you get a special prize. The Grove across from Kilwins, Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
Run Club
6:30 pm. Tuesdays are for Beer Trekkers and a cold brew after your run! Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
Trivia
7:30 pm. Put your general knowledge skills to the test with Thinkin’ & Drinkin’ Trivia. Old Town Public House, 21314 Catawba Ave, Cornelius.
Cornhole Social League
6:30-8pm. No sign up required, just show up on time! Primal Brewery 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville.
9 am – 1 pm Tuesdays at the Novant Hospital parking lot, 10003 Gilead Road.
6:30-9 pm. Bailey Road Recreation Center. Ages 18 and older. Free.
5-8 pm. Cornelius Parks & Recreation and Lake Norman Pickleball Association are now offering Pickleball Open Play at Robbins Park, 17738 West Catawba Ave. Players of all skill levels are welcome, Participants will need to bring their own paddle. This is a free, drop-in program; no registration is required.
Wednesdays, Saturdays
10 am to noon, weather permitting. Connect with crafters in the area, find the motivation to pick up that project again, and benefit from the wisdom of a passionate crafting group. Hearts On Fiber, 208 South Village Ln. Suite A, Davidson.
Wednesdays
10:30 am- noon. Bring your pre-school aged child for playtime in the Grove. Weekly activities may include face painters, storytellers, magicians, arts and crafts. Crafts and activities will be available while supplies last. Bring a blanket to sit on. Free. The Grove across from Kilwins in Birkdale Village, Huntersville.
6 pm. Meet in front of Spirited Cyclist Bike Shop, 610 Jetton St, Davidson, in the Harris Teeter parking lot. Distance/pace: 16 miles; moderate 16-18 mph. While this is a no-drop ride and open to anyone on a road bike, it is not a beginner ride and the average group pace is 17mph. The terrain is rolling and we will regroup a few times throughout the ride.
6 pm. The Cornelius Cycling Club meets and rolls out from Lost World’s Brewery for a 22+ mile ride. Groups of riders are organized by pace. Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
Thursdays
6-8 pm indoors at JV Washam Recreation Center, 9611 Westmoreland Road. Ages 50 and up. Balls and paddles available to borrow. Free.
Trivia
7 pm. Exercise your mind with Trivia! Lost Worlds Brewing, 19700-D One Norman Blvd., Cornelius.
Music bingo
7-9 pm. Eleven Lakes Brewing Co.10228 Bailey Road, Suite 201 Cornelius.
Trivia
7 pm. Grab a beer and test your knowledge. Royal Bliss Brewing Co. 7532 Royal Bliss Court, Denver.
Join the Lake Norman Bridge Center
12:30-4pm Thursdays at Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., if you have an interest in learning the game of bridge or want to develop your playing, bidding, and defense skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome. $5 per day, pay at the door.
Saturdays
9 am – noon. 120 S. Main St., Davidson, next to Town Hall between Main St. & Jackson Streets.Rain or shine. No pets please.
8 am – noon Saturdays at Veterans Park at Main & Maxwell, 201 Huntersville-Concord Rd., Huntersville.
Yoga
10:30 am. Inner Bliss Yoga in the beer garden. Royal Bliss Brewing Co. 7532 Royal Bliss Court, Denver.
9-10 am. Drop in for this high-energy class at Bailey Road Recreation Center. $10 per class, pay at the door.
8 am. Meet in front of Spirited Cyclist Bike Shop, 610 Jetton St, Davidson, in the Harris Teeter parking lot. Distance/pace: 32 miles; moderate/tempo 16-18mph no drop. Option for longer /faster rides.
First Saturdays of the month (Aug. 5, Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3)
4-6 pm. Disconnect with the world, connect with your inner child, and just be happy! Goats, pigs, and chickens combined with yoga. $40 adults; $20 13 eaters and younger. Fit Inn, 186 Digh Circle, Mooresville.
• Send your event information to corneliustoday@gmail.com. Deadline is the 15th of the month for the print calendar; one week in advance for online/newsletter calendars.
