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From weekly events to annual festivals, there’s always something fun going on in Cabarrus County.

On top of the adventures and experiences available at any time in Cabarrus County, our area’s year-round events are not to be missed. From the roar of the racetrack to the strumming of a steel guitar, tune up your itinerary and plan your trip around the happenings on our calendar.

Spring brings four-wide drag racing, baseball games and unforgettable Memorial Day weekend festivities. Summer features fireworks and more racing during the Summer Shootout Series plus outdoor concerts and Independence Day celebrations. In the fall, come and celebrate NC Beer Month (October) with a variety of Oktoberfests, check out pumpkin-picking experiences and more. When winter arrives, Cabarrus County shines with epic lights displays and hometown parades.

Experience the excitement of every season in Cabarrus County with these special events.

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Events Calendar

From races and rock concerts to art exhibitions, car shows, family-friendly festivals and more, check out the full events calendar for details on all of the upcoming happenings across Cabarrus County.

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Upcoming Events

Feb 29, 2024

Art in Mind Silent Auction
Cabarrus Arts Council
Concord

Don't miss the collaboration between the Cabarrus Arts Council and Mental Health America of Central Carolinas at Art in Mind, their inaugural performing arts showcase and silent auction fundraiser on February 29, 2024!

Mar 2, 2024

Farm Fest at Green Leaf Farms
Green Leaf Farms

This local event features 30+ vendors, entertainment for all ages, a bounce house, yoga session, farm tours, food and more!

Mar 8 – 9, 2024

Charlotte Hamfest
Cabarrus Arena & Events Center
Concord

During Charlotte Hamfest, several thousand ham radio operators, their friends and families will gather to learn about amateur radio activities and buy radios and related equipment.