Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Lake Norman| April 14-20
Friday, April 14
Go strawberry picking at Carrigan Farms. You can go pick out fresh fruit from the popular Mooresville farm starting April 14 through May 25. No reservations are needed. Strawberries are $20 per 4-quart basket and $7 per 1-quart container. 9 a.m-6 p.m. 1261 Oakridge Farm Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28115.
Dress to impress for The Roaring Social’s Speakeasy Night in Cornelius. The non-alcoholic bar and dessert business is operating pop-ups for sober events until its new bar opens. The speakeasy event will have mocktails, zero proof wine and beer, along with cake and cookies. You can RSVP online. Free admission. 7-11:30 p.m. 21333 Catawba Ave., Cornelius, NC 28031.
Saturday, April 15
Experience Scottish heritage at the Loch Norman Highland Games. There will be highland dancing, bagpipe bands, Scottish merchants, historical re-enactments, kilted running events, hearth cooking, whisky tastings, ax throwing and more. The festival runs through the 16th. Tickets start at $12. 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Start your weekend at Cornelius’ Earth Jam. There will be food, live music and demonstrations on sustainability, conservation and how to live an eco-friendly life. Free. 4-7 p.m. Robbins Park, 17738 W. Catawba Ave., Cornelius, NC 28031.
Get outside and jam out to Davidson’s Concerts at the Circles. There will be live music at the Davidson Village Green from April through October. The band Rev On will be kicking off the first show this weekend. Free. 5-9 p.m. 605 Jetton Street, Davidson, NC 28036.
Sunday, April 16
Support local businesses and treat yourself at King Canary’s Spring Market Day. There will be several vendors to shop from, along with live music, lawn games and food trucks. Free. 1-5 p.m. 562 Williamson Road, Mooresville, NC 28117.
Enjoy Ghostface Brewing’s family-friendly concert series, Rock the Lot. Bring your chairs and get your spot to watch the band Pluto for Planet perform. 4-6 p.m. Free. 215 S. Broad St., Mooresville, NC 28115.
Monday, April 17
Up your host or hostess game at Overflow’s Wine and Charcuterie Class. Learn about five different Spanish and Argentinian wines and how to perfectly pair them with charcuterie snacks. $50. 6-8:30 p.m. 137 Mecklynn Road, Mooresville, NC 28117.
Tuesday, April 18
Enjoy a free Pure Barre workout in the Plaza at Birkdale Village. Every Tuesday evening from April to October, there will be a special workout class led by various studios and instructors each week. Free. 6-7 p.m. 8712 Lindholm Drive, #202, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Wednesday, April 19
Make dinner reservations at the Lake Norman waterfront restaurant being taken over by a celebrity chef. David Burke is now in charge at Port City Club, which sits along Lake Norman, and has a new name: Port City Club by David Burke. New dishes are being added to the menu, including Burke’s signature Clothesline Bacon. 18665 Harborside Drive, Cornelius, NC 28031.
Thursday, April 20
Grab your girls to shop special deals at restaurants and stores at Birkdale Village’s Ladies Night Out event. There will also be giveaways, and the first 50 people to check in at the concierge tation will receive a swag bag. Free. 5-8 p.m. 8712 Lindholm Drive, #202, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Check out Side Bar Bottle Company’s Hemp Candle Making Class. You can create a candle and sip on Delta 8 and Delta 9 seltzers while learning about CBD. Tickets are $55. 3 p.m. 208 S. Main St, Davidson, NC 28036.
