Your 5-minute guide to the best things to do in Lake Norman| April 7-13
Friday, April 7
Enjoy live music at the Birkdale Village Plaza for the kick off of Live Under the Oaks. Jam out with your family and friends every Friday evening from April through October. The band Pushh will be performing this Friday. Free. 6-8 p.m. 8712 Lindholm Drive, #202, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Start your weekend off with a sweet treat at the new ice cream shop in Cornelius. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream is having a grand opening celebration through Saturday with giveaways, raffles, face painting and more. 20545 Torrence Chapel Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031.
Looking for a late night bite to grab dinner or a drink? Whether you’re looking for pizza, tacos, dessert or even breakfast, there’s plenty of restaurants and bars to check out after hours. Browse through CharlotteFive’s curated list of area restaurants serving food until at least midnight. Multiple locations.
Saturday, April 8
Celebrate the season at Primal Brewery’s Spring Fling event. There will be live music, games, food, workshops and the chance to shop from local businesses at Makers’ Market. Tickets are $15. 2-10 p.m. 16432 Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Spend your Saturday at the ‘Tawba Walk Arts & Music Festival. There will be live music, over 100 local artists and vendors plus food trucks, games and more. Free. 2-8 p.m. 21314 Catawba Ave., Cornelius, NC 28031.
Catch a classic movie on the big screen in Huntersville. Birkdale Village is holding a movie night in the Plaza with a screening of The Sandlot. Seating is first come, first serve. Make sure to pack a blanket or chairs. Outside food and drinks aren’t allowed, but takeout from Birkdale restaurants is encouraged. Free. 7:30 p.m. 8712 Lindholm Drive, #202, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Sunday, April 9
Have a special brunch or dinner on Easter. Whether you choose to stay home with takeout or dine in-person, there are several restaurants offering special meals and some that’ll be open for dining without reservations. Multiple locations.
Monday, April 10
Check out the new exhibition at the Cain Center for the Arts. Irvin Law and Friends is a private exhibit from Irvin Law Group featuring artwork of all types that also serves as a fundraiser for the Visual Arts and Education department. The exhibit will be up until June 2. Free. 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius, NC 28031
Tuesday, April 11
Show your creative side at King Canary Brewing’s sip and paint workshop. Grab a drink and create a spring painting, with all materials included with tickets. If you want to attend, you must register online. Tickets are $37. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 562 Williamson Road, Mooresville, NC 28117.
Wednesday, April 12
Spend Wine Wednesday making a terrarium in a bottle. Planthouse is leading a workshop to upcycle recycled glasses from across the East Coast. Add in your choice of succulents or cacti with floral decor to take home. $35. 6:30-8 p.m. 16441 Birkdale Commons Parkway, Huntersville, NC 28078.
Thursday, April 13
Enjoy a night of laughs at a stand up comedy show at 158 on Main with comedians J. Bliss and Paul Snyder. Show starts at 7 p.m. Food will be served until 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $10. 158 N. Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115.
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