Looking for fun things to do in Concord and Kannapolis this weekend? Whether you’re planning a family outing, a date night, or just want to get out of the house, we’ve rounded up the best events, festivals, live music, farmers markets, and local happenings taking place around Cabarrus County.
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Last Updated: July 17, 2026
Quick Look at What’s Happening Around Cabarrus County this Weekend
🎉 Family Events
- Free Movie in the Park at Village Park (Friday)
- Kids Bowl Free is Still Happening
- Alabama Tribute Band at Swanee Theatre
- Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Games
- Explore The Depot at Gibson Mill
- Ride the train and carousel at Village Park
🎵 Live Music
- Check local breweries including Cabarrus Brewing Company and Southern Strain Brewing for weekend performances.
🍻 Adults Night Out
- Downtown Concord
- Downtown Kannapolis
- Gibson Mill Market
Featured Events in Cabarrus County This Weekend
🎬 Movies in the Park – Village Park
One of the best free family activities happening this weekend is Movies in the Park at Village Park in Kannapolis. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, grab dinner downtown beforehand, and enjoy a movie under the stars. This Friday is the final scheduled Movies in the Park night for the summer and the movie is Super Mario Brothers Galaxy.
Perfect for: Families with kids of all ages
Songs of the South – Alabama Tribute Band at Swanee Theatre
Do you love the band Alabama? There’s a tribute band playing at the Swanee Theatre in Kannapolis, NC on August 1 at 8pm.
Catch a Cannon Ballers Game and See Fireworks Afterwards!
Every time the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers play a game at home on Friday and Saturday nights, they end it with a fireworks display. The Kannapolis Cannon Ballers are scheduled to play home on these weekends: 7/17, 7/18, 7/31, 8/1, 8/14, 8/15, 9/4, 9/5
🛍 Spend the Day at Gibson Mill
Even if there isn’t a special event happening, Gibson Mill is always one of my favorite weekend recommendations.
You can easily spend several hours:
- Browse hundreds of antique booths at The Depot.
- Play board games at Luck Factory Games.
- Grab lunch inside Gibson Mill Market.
- Visit Cabarrus Brewing Company or High Branch Brewing.
- Finish with dessert before heading home. (Axios)
Melissa’s Tip: This is one of the best rainy-day plans in Cabarrus County.
🚂 Family Fun at Village Park
If you’re looking for something inexpensive, Village Park is hard to beat.
Kids can:
- Ride the train
- Ride the carousel
- Play on the playground
- Cool off in the splash pad (seasonal)
Pair it with dinner in downtown Kannapolis for an easy family evening.
Kids Bowl Free Through October
Stars & Strikes in Concord, NC is part of the Kids Bowl Free program which gives every single kid under the age of 15, 2 free games of bowling every day. But, did you know there’s a family pass that you can add on for about $30 and it allows the adults to join in the fun too! Money saving tip: decline the offer the first time and they’ll offer you a discount code to sign up the adults too.
The deal lasts all the way through the end of October and it’s valid on the weekends…so go bowl for free and have some family fun together!!
Sign Up for Kids Bowl Free Here
Live Music & Nightlife
Downtown Concord and Kannapolis usually have something happening every weekend.
Check these spots before you head out:
- Cabarrus Brewing Company
- Southern Strain Brewing
- Lil’ Robert’s Place
- Old Armor Beer Company
- Gibson Mill Market
Many host rotating live music, trivia, bingo, or special events throughout the weekend.
Looking for Something Indoors?
Too hot? Rain in the forecast?
These are always great options:
- The Basement Arcade Bar
- Luck Factory Games
- The Depot at Gibson Mill
- Frye’s Roller Rink
- Carolina Pickleball Club
- The Escape Game at Concord Mills
Check out my full guide: Best Indoor Family Activities in Concord, NC (Updated for 2026)
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