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Fun Things To Do This Spring in Mooresville

Fun Events and Things to do This Spring in Mooresville!

We’re sure everyone is as ready for spring as we are! We are dreaming of longer, warmer days. Now is the time to start planning a spring visit to Mooresville, and we have a roundup of some great events and activities that you will want to include on your itinerary. As always, we love to see how you are enjoying Mooresville, so tag us (@visitmooresville) in your photos!

April 3 – Uncorked & Artsy, Wine & Craft Beer Tasting + Art Walk

This fun evening features wine or beer tastings at multiple Downtown Mooresville businesses. Stroll down Broad and Main Streets, where local and regional artists display and sell their works.  Enjoy live music and light appetizers, served both inside of businesses and outside on the sidewalks. Tickets for the tasting portion of the event includes all tastings and a souvenir Downtown Uncorked & Artsy glass.  The art and live music performances are free to attend.  A portion of the proceeds benefits Mooresville Arts.To purchase tasting tickets online visit www.downtownmooresville.com/buy-tickets.html or you can purchase at downtown businesses.

April 4 & May 2 – Festival of Food Trucks

One of the most popular events in downtown Mooresville, the #FoodTruck Festival is a great way to sample good food and drinks from area trucks. Taste some delicious gourmet fare, listen to live music, stroll the streets & shop.  This event gets crowded so come early and bring a chair!  The Festival of Food Trucks runs throughout the summer. Dates for 2020 are April 4, May 2, June 6, July 4, August 1, September 5, and October 3. Details at www.downtownmooresville.com/signature-events.html

Mid April – Pick Strawberries at Carrigan Farms

If you want to experience picking fresh produce from the garden without the work of tending your own garden plot, head over to Carrigan Farms where you can pick your own fruit and vegetables. Asparagus kicks off the season in mid-April, with strawberries following in late April or May (depending on the weather conditions). It’s great family fun and a learning experience for kids on how and where food is grown.

April 27 – Lakefront Hops Fest at LangTree

This free event features 2 Great Bands, 12 Regional Breweries, a Local Cider Tent, Wine Tent, Great Food vendors, Cigar Tent, Style Trucks, Kids Zone and more, all on the beautiful grounds at Langtree Lake Norman. Details at https://www.langtreelkn.com/event/lakefront-hops-fest/

May 7 – LangTree LIVE! Concert Series Begins

The sixth season of this popular, 22-week concert series begins in May and runs every Thursday through September. A different band is featured each week, ranging from country to classic rock to 80s pop music. Craft beer and drink tents are on site. Arrive early to visit LangTree shops and enjoy dinner in one of the restaurants. Bring a chair for the lawn and your dancing shoes. As always, admission is FREE!

May 9 – Race City Festival

The 37th Annual Race City Festival in historic Downtown Mooresville takes place in the heart of Race City USA! This family friendly event features LIVE music throughout the day, more than 200 vendor booths, Food Trucks, a beer garden, train rides, arts, crafts, antiques, classic cars, business displays, and NASCAR racing displays/souvenir items. Downtown restaurants, art galleries and retailers will be open with many offering sidewalk sales and specials. Free Admission and Open to the public.

May 18 – Racing Excitement at the Little 600

Little Karts. Big Names. Bigger Battle.

See some of NASCAR’s biggest drivers battling each other for bragging rights in GoPro Motorplex’s rental fleet of go-karts. One of the most popular events during the #600Festival, there is always some dirt (or mud!) flying and lots of bumping and “racing.” Past champions include Bubba Wallace and Zane Smith. Fans also have a chance for autographs and photos with the drivers. The event is FREE but there is a $10 charge per car for parking. You can also upgrade to VIP admission for catered dinner, reserved trackside space and more.  Click for more details.

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Get Your Heart Racing in Mooresville

Get Your Heart Racing in Mooresville

If you are a race fan, then you have to make plans to spend at least a weekend in Mooresville, NC otherwise known as Race City USA! Whether you want to go behind the scenes at shops as they prepare for a race, or take a look back at the history of racing at one of our auto museums, or satisfy your inner speed demon at our world class go-kart track, there are plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. Take a look below at some of what Mooresville, Race City USA, has for the ultimate race fan!

Some of Racing’s Greatest Call Mooresville Home

With names like Penske and Earnhardt calling Mooresville home to their headquarters, it’s easy to see why we are known as Race City USA. There are many race shops in town, but there are a few that shouldn’t be missed.

Jr. Motorsports – At the shop of one of NASCAR’s most beloved drivers, fans can browse racing memorabilia and watch mechanics preparing Xfinity Series cars for upcoming races. Browse the displays for signed helmets and trophies, or pick up some cool merchandise in the gift shop.

Team Penske – The campus that houses Team Penske’s racing teams is as impressive as their racing program. Within two buildings totaling more than 424,000 square feet, every detail supports the Penske philosophy – performance paired with style. Inside, fans will find a nearly 5,000 square foot gift shop and a 432-foot fan walk above the garage floor that allows fans to watch crews preparing the cars. More than 1,000 linear feet of graphics outlines the organization’s racing history.

Kyle Busch Motorsports – The corporate headquarters for one of NASCAR’s more colorful drivers is home to his Truck Series vehicles. There is a large display of trophies, cars, firesuits and more, as well as a 15-foot TV wall running video of some of Kyle’s memorable moments. The retail store has a large selection of shirts, hats and other memorabilia.

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Dive Deep into Motorsports History

For a truly unique experience, walk among Legends and Kings at the NC Auto Racing Walk of Fame in downtown Mooresville. Stroll along the sidewalk plaques and snap photos of your favorite inductees’ markers, including Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, and Tony Stewart. Afterward, head to the NC Auto Racing Hall of Fame. a museum dedicated to preserving the history of all motorsports. There is an impressive display of vehicles, from drag racing cars to stock cars, as well as a theater where fans can catch videos on the history of NASCAR.

For everything that is historical and automotive, head over to Memory Lane Museum, where more than 150 vehicles are on display. Honored for “outstanding achievement in the preservation of automotive history” by the Antique Automobile Club of America, the museum boasts more than 15 different types of race cars, as well as pedal cars, motorcycles, tractors and more. The museum also features cars and props used in movies, tv shows, documentaries, commercials, and tv appearances.

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Channel Your Inner Speed Demon

If touring race shops and learning about racing’s greatest moments in history has you all fired up to get behind the wheel, head over to GoPro Motorplex for a racing experience you won’t forget! Modeled after a famous kart track in Parma, Italy, the 0.7-mile facility features rental karts that reach speeds up to 55 miles per hour. You can test your skills on the same track that hosts some of the largest professional karting series races in the country. Be sure to ask for a helmet cam so you can have footage of your race to show your friends!

For a complete list of racing attractions and entertainment in Mooresville, visit our Racing page, or check out our Visitors Guide for other great things to see, do and experience when you #VisitMooresville.

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Summer Fun in Mooresville

Experience Summer Fun in Mooresville

When you are planning your vacation days this year, remember that summer is the perfect time to enjoy all that Mooresville, NC has to offer. Connect with your Outdoor Enthusiast on beautiful Lake Norman, channel your inner speed demon at GoPro Motorplex, or practice your selfies at any of our Instagrammable Places around Mooresville. No matter what your idea of fun is, we know you’ll find your perfect self here.

Check out our special Mooresville Escapes packages to find stay and play deals!

Because the COVID situation is an ever changing environment, some attractions or activities may be closed or have limited availability. Please visit the website or social media channels of businesses before you make plans.

Soak Up The Fun on Lake Norman

With more than 500 miles of shoreline, Lake Norman is the largest manmade lake in North Carolina. Whether you like the speed of a jet ski or prefer to take a more leisurely pace, you can find a watersport that suits your mood on Lake Norman.

Spend the day at Lake Norman State Park, which offers year-round boating, fishing, camping, hiking and mountain bike trails. You can rent Stand Up Paddleboards, kayaks and canoes to enjoy the beautiful shoreline around the park. There’s also a swim area with a 125-yard-long sand beach that’s open from April to October.

If you want to enjoy other areas of the lake, look into water toy rentals. You can rent paddleboards, kayaks, jet skis, and boats for partial or full days out on the lake. For a truly unique experience, schedule a wakeboarding lesson with a professional wakeboarder at STP Wake or Ride LKN.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side

Mooresville is home to the Lazy 5 Ranch and Zootastic Park. At the privately owned Lazy 5 Ranch, you and your family can embark on a drive-through safari featuring over 700 animals. Drive your own vehicle and feed the animals along the way for the ultimate socially-distanced fun.

Also privately owned, Zootastic Park offers educational programs and animal encounters. Take the whole family for a leisurely stroll through the park, and visit the many animal species, including Arabian camels, kangaroos, ring-tailed lemurs, tigers and much more. Taking selfies with the giraffes is a visitor favorite at Zootastic Park!

Take a Hike

With more than 30 miles of wooded trails, Lake Norman State Park is a great place to spend the day exploring. Trails range from the easy Dragonfly Trail, which with a 0.15 mile paved surface is perfect for little ones, to the moderate Lake Shore Trail which was voted as a must-see trail in the Charlotte area. The 30.5 mile Itusi trail is also open to mountain bikers and offers more challenging trail loops with beautiful views of Lake Norman.

Rev Up Your Engines

Experience exhilarating racing action at the world-class kart track at GoPro Motorplex. This track was built by racing professionals and modeled after the famous and historic Kartdromo Parma circuit in Italy and is sure to get your adrenaline pumping!

If indoor racing is more your style, or if you have younger kids, then head to PIT Indoor Kart Track, which features the nation’s largest indoor kart track. The facility also features entertainment in addition to the karts, like a laser tag arena, a rock climbing wall, bumper cars and a black light mini-golf course, though some of the activities may be closed due to restrictions and safety protocols.

Once you have filled your need for speed, be sure to check out the race shops in Mooresville, including JR Motorsports, Kasey Kahne Racing, Kyle Busch Motorsports, and Team Penske, to see the teams preparing the race cars for the next race.

Swim in a Super Cool Rock Quarry

If you need to cool off, head to the Quarry at Carrigan Farms, where you can swim in a quarry that was mined for its granite back in the 1960s. This natural, spring-fed body of water is 25 feet deep and surrounded by towering cliffs of granite. If you’re feeling brave you can swing out on a rope swing from one of the cliffs, another of our favorite places for Instagram!  Check their website for hours and information. Reservations may be required to comply with guidelines on social distancing.

Soar to New Heights

If you want to gain some altitude and get a good workout while doing so, check out Cliff Hangers, a climbing facility that features indoor and outdoor climbing walls, bouldering, and a kids climbing area. With climbing walls up to 50 feet, you can get an adrenaline rush as you climb for the top. Safety measures they have taken include requiring masks and advanced reservations, which you can do on their website.

Kick Back with a Beer

A day of summer fun would not be complete without a good dinner and beverage to cap off your day. Visit our restaurants page for a complete list of dining options sure to suit every taste. Try out one of our local breweries, Ghostface Brewing, Beer Lab, King Canary Brewing, or Jolly Roger Brew for a relaxing end to the day. Or if you prefer a glass of wine or a craft cocktail, our list of Kegs, Casks, and Barrels will get you going in the right direction.

No matter what speed you choose for your summer fun in Mooresville, we’re sure you’re going to love our town!

Summer Fun in Mooresville

Welcome Spring with these Fun Events!

Welcome Spring with these Fun Events!

If the spectacular sunsets and happy daffodil faces are any indication, then spring is just around the corner! We know everyone is as ready as we are to get outside and take advantage of the warmer weather, so we’ve put together a list of some fun events and activities taking place this spring and through the summer in Mooresville. Remember to tag us in your photos (@visitmooresville) so we can see what everyone is up to!

April 5 – Uncorked & Artsy, Wine & Craft Beer Tasting + Art Walk

This fun evening event features wine and craft beer tastings at 16 downtown Mooresville businesses. Stroll through the streets of downtown where you can enjoy live music inside and outside, as well as displays from local artists. You can purchase tickets for the craft beer and wine tastings for $25 for advance tickets or $30 at the door. There is no charge for the music and arts stroll. To purchase tasting tickets online visit www.downtownmooresville.com/buy-tickets.html or you can purchase at downtown businesses.

April 6 -Festival of Food Trucks 2019

One of the most popular events that runs once a month from April through October, the #FoodTruck Festival is a great way to sample good food and drinks from area trucks. Bring a chair, hang out in the street and stay a while so you can delight in Food Trucks from around the area, taste some delicious gourmet fare, listen to some music, stroll the streets & shop.  This event gets crowded so come early!   The festival takes place on Main Street, #Mooresville. Dates for 2019 are April 6, May 4, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, and October 5. Details at www.downtownmooresville.com/signature-events.html

Mid April – Pick Your Own at Carrigan Farms

If you want to experience picking fresh produce from the garden without the work of tending your own garden plot, head over to Carrigan Farms where you can pick your own fruit and vegetables. Asparagus kicks off the season in mid-April, with strawberries following in late April or May (depending on the weather conditions). It’s great family fun and a learning experience for kids on how and where food is grown.

April 27 – Lakefront Hops Fest at LangTree

This free event will feature beer, wine and hard cider tents, two live bands, food venders, a kids zone, raffles and prizes and more. A great way to enjoy beers from area breweries all in one place! Details at www.facebook.com/events/152875578719140/

May 2 – LangTree LIVE! Begins

The fifth season of this popular, 22-week concert series begins on May 2nd and runs every Thursday through September. Each week features a different musical act ranging from 80’s pop, alternative rock to the classic sounds of Billy Joel and The Eagles tributes. A craft beer tent is on site so you don’t get thirsty, and the restaurants run food and drink specials. Be sure to get there early to visit LangTree shops and restaurants, and bring your chair to relax on the lawn and enjoy the show. As always, admission is FREE!

May 11 – Race City Festival

The 36th Annual Race City Festival in historic Downtown Mooresville takes place in the heart of race week and celebrates Race City USA! With an average attendance of 15,000-20,000, this family friendly event features LIVE entertainment on stage throughout the day, 200 vendor booths, Food Trucks, beer garden, train rides, arts, crafts, antiques, classic cars, business displays, and NASCAR racing displays/souvenir items. Downtown eateries, art galleries and merchants will be open in conjunction with the festival many offering sidewalk sales and specials. Free Admission and Open to the public.

May 21 – Little 600

One of the most popular events during the #600Festival, the #Little600 gives fans a chance to watch NASCAR drivers battle it out on the GoPro® Motorplex kart track for bragging rights. There is always some dirt (or mud!) flying and lots of bumping and “racing.” Past champions include Bubba Wallace and Cory Lajoie. Fans also have a chance for autographs and photos with the drivers. The event is FREE but there is a $10 charge per car for parking. You can also upgrade to VIP admission for catered dinner, reserved trackside space and more.  Click for more details.

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Fun Things to Do in the Winter in Mooresville

Fun Things to Do in the Winter in Mooresville

Though we are thankful to have a mild and relatively short winter compared to much of the country, there are still days where being outside for extended periods is not the preferred way to spend a day. Luckily, we have plenty of indoor activities (and some outdoor ones for those who are hearty or just enjoy pushing the limits!) Read on to find some of our staff favorites for things to do in the winter.

If you want a little activity to combat the winter doldrums (and the aftermath of those Christmas cookies) head over to Cliff Hangers Climbing Gym, where beginners and professionals alike will love the indoor and outdoor climbing and boulder walls. This incredible facility features climbing walls up to 50-feet high, a 3,500 square foot bouldering area, kids climbing zone, a fitness and yoga studio and a cool cafe where you can order smoothies, snacks and craft beer after your workout.

If you want to get in some racing action under a roof, The PIT Indoor Kart Racing has you covered. The 70,000 sq. ft. track is one of the largest, single indoor kart tracks in the country, with more than 20 turns and a 20-foot width the entire track. There are adult and youth carts, making this kart track fun for the entire family. After your race, there is still plenty to entertain at the facility, with laser tag, bumper cars, blacklight mini golf and lots of arcade games. You can literally entertain the whole family for hours here!

Honor Our Veterans

Labeled  “The Most Patriotic Coffee Shop in America” by “Our State”, the official North Carolina state magazine, Welcome Home Veterans Living Military Museum is the only non-profit coffee shop and living military museum in the United States. And it’s located on Main Street in downtown Mooresville. The Museum includes a coffee shop inside, where many veterans of all ages gather for friendship and camaraderie. It is also home to the “Book of Honor”, which is signed by the veterans when they first visit the coffee shop and carries the names of around 9,000 veterans from all over the world. Stroll the impressive displays grouped by conflict and all donated by the patrons of the museum or their families. A great learning experience for kids and adults alike, the museum is a must-see when visiting Mooresville.

Take a Hike

We know, we know. It’s cold. And maybe dreary. But you won’t be cold for long when you hit the trails at Lake Norman State Park. Whether you are up for a challenging moderate hike or relaxing easy walk, more than 30 miles worth of trails will deliver the perfect outing. Many of the trails offer great views of the lake, and you will certainly see an abundance of birds and other wildlife. If you want a little more speed, bring your mountain bike. If the weather has been particularly wet, check the website for trail closures before you head out, or just go spend some time on the visitor center deck overlooking part of the lake.

Go Behind the Scenes

They don’t call us Race City USA for nothing! Mooresville is home to many of racing’s top teams, and stopping in to the shops is a great way to spend a day. At JR Motorsports, check out the racing memorabilia and watch mechanics preparing cars for upcoming races. Shop for cool merchandise while helping a good cause: all proceeds from sales go to the Dale Jr, Foundation. Also a fun stop on the race shop circuit is Kyle Busch Motorsports, where you can recall races while viewing the trucks and cars that ran in those races. Be sure to head just up the road to Penske Racing, where their Fan Walk spans the entire length of the working garage where crews are setting cars for races. The more than 5,000 square foot gift shop is sure to have something you’ll want to take home.

Find Something to Sip

When it’s nippy out, we always crave a great cup of coffee. Luckily, there is no shortage of awesome coffee shops in Mooresville. Among them is Black Powder Roasting Company. More than just a shop, they are roasters who specialize in sustainable, responsibly harvested small batch brews. The store’s aroma alone will make you want to linger, and with an impressive selection of craft roasts, we know you’ll find a new favorite. Luckily, you can take home your favorite beans and reorder online when you drink it all!

Speaking of craft, if you’re leaning toward something a little more brisk, head over to the beautiful King Canary Brewing for a sampling of craft beer. There is a great selection of beers on tap, with seasonal offerings to spice it up. If it’s a pretty day, take advantage of the outdoor spaces or just belly up to the bar and quiz the bartenders on the selections. Snacks are available and a rotating schedule of food trucks offer more hearty fare. Check the Facebook page for the schedule and upcoming events.

Show us your winter fun!

As always, keep us in the loop as you are loving the things to do in Mooresville this winter by mentioning us @visitmooresville or tagging us #VisitMooresville in your posts and photos!

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Celebrate the Holidays in Mooresville

Celebrate The Holidays in Mooresville

The holidays are here, and we know how to celebrate in Mooresville! From a holiday light spectacular surrounded by exotic animals to a lighted flotilla of decorated boats, you’ll be sure to find a wonderful way to spend the holidays in Mooresville!

Zootastic Park’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
Through January 1, 2018
Sunday-Thursday: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday & Saturday: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Experience this spectacular display of lights as you drive through Zootastic Park. Last year the park had more than 3.7 million lights, and they add more every year! In addition to the light show, enjoy a S’mores pit, pony rides, petting zoo, Tiger and Giraffe feeding, pictures with Santa and the zoo’s baby animals, and more. Admission is $7.00 and proceeds raised go toward helping care for the zoo animals throughout the year.

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular
Through December 31


The Holiday Light Spectacular is an orchestrated light show with 115,000+ lights set to music. The show takes place on the lawn at Town Hall, 413 N. Main Street, every evening beginning at 5:30. It’s the perfect start (or end) to a night in downtown Mooresville. Walk to dinner before or after the show!

Downtown Mooresville Mistletoe Sip and Shop
November 30
 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Visit the unique small businesses in downtown Mooresville who will be offering open house activities, light appetizers, store specials & more! In addition, there will be a life size snow globe, a strolling barbershop quartet, carolers & more. Bring your favorite people and enjoy kicking off the holiday season in the heART of Mooresville, along Main & Broad Streets.

Keelboat Christmas Flotilla and Lights Parade
December 1 @ 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Imagine a parade of boats decked to the hilt with unimaginable lighting displays! Get your blankets, gather your families and find a perfect spot along the lakeside route to enjoy this spectacular holiday display! The motto is…”If It Floats, Light It”! Come on out and see what surprises this year will bring!

Downtown Mooresville Holiday Celebration
December 7 and 14 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

LET DOWNTOWN DAZZLE YOU THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! Experience Santa Visits, Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides, Unique Shopping, Hot Cocoa, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, a Life Size Snow Globe & more! Wagons load & unload at the Mooresville Christian Mission (266 N. Broad St.), a donation of non-perishable food items or cash is suggested. Santa can be found in JF Moore Park at the corner of Main St & Center Ave. New this year is a life size Snow Globe that will be on Moore Ave. near Main Street. Popcorn, cotton candy & many other treats can be found along Main & Broad Streets.

Main Street Antiques Christmas Open House
December 8 and 15
 @ 10:00am – 4:00pm

Enjoy refreshments, visits from Santa himself, door prizes, live music from local artist, a letters to Santa writing station and so much more! The perfect spot to pick up some unique gifts from more than 450 local vendors.

Lake Norman Christmas Lighted Boat Parade
December 15 @ 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Continuing the Light Up the Lake parade schedule, this parade starts at Blythe Landing (Cornelius) at 5:30pm, goes north to Ramsey Creek around 6pm and arrives at the final stop, the Duke Energy Explorium around 7pm. Food truck, Music and Santa will be there until 30 minute after the parade ends. Many viewing areas along the route! No admission fee but we do ask that you bring an unwrapped toy for Little Smiles!

Carol of the King Irish Dance Christmas Spectacular
December 19 @ 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Irish dance and Christmas come together for the first time to turn an age-old tradition into an exciting Irish dance Christmas spectacular the entire family will enjoy! Featuring 20 of the world’s most skilled Irish dancers and musicians, Carol of the King brings an original inspiring Christmas story of love and salvation to life that transports the audience to a mystical time and place of heroes and redemption. The world- renowned Irish dance troupe performs lighting fast hard shoe rhythms and graceful soft shoe jigs to an original epic orchestral soundtrack featuring many Holiday favorites, while state of the art lighting and Christmas spirit ignite the stage into an explosive display of dance and music. The show takes place in downtown Mooresville at the Our Town Stage.

Celebrate the Holidays in Mooresville

Welcome Spring with these Fun Events and Activities

Welcome Spring with these Fun Events and Activities!

Spring is here and the warmer weather and longer days are the perfect time to take in some great events and activities around Mooresville.

April 13 – Uncorked & Artsy

This fun evening event features wine and beer tastings at 15 downtown Mooresville businesses. The tastings event is $25 for advance tickets and $30 at the door. In addition, there will be musical acts inside and outside, as well as artists displaying and selling their works. The music and arts portion is a free event. To purchase tasting tickets online visit www.downtownmooresville.com/buy-tickets.html or you can purchase at downtown businesses.

April 14 – Food Truck Festival One of the more popular events that runs spring through fall, the #FoodTruck Festival is a great way to sample good food and drinks from area trucks. Bring a chair and stay for the evening as you enjoy gourmet fare and live music. The event takes place once a month from April through October on Main Street, #Mooresville. Details at www.downtownmooresville.com/signature-events.html

April 16 – Pick Your Own at Carrigan Farms If you want to experience picking fresh produce from the garden without the work of tending your own garden plot, head over to Carrigan Farms where you can pick your own fruit and vegetables. Asparagus kicks off the season, with strawberries following in late April or May (depending on the weather conditions). It’s great family fun and a learning experience for kids on how and where food is grown.

April 28 – Lakefront Hops Fest at LangTree

This free event will feature beer, wine and hard cider tents, two live bands, food venders, a kids zone, raffles and prizes and more. A great way to enjoy beers from area breweries all in one place! Details at www.facebook.com/events/152875578719140/.

April 29 – Dale Earnhardt Day The annual birthday celebration to honor the late Dale Earnhardt takes place at Dale Earnhardt, Inc.

May 3 – LangTree LIVE!

This popular, 22-week concert series runs every Thursday from May to September, 7-9PM. Each week features a different musical act ranging from 80’s pop, alternative rock to the classic sounds of Billy Joel and The Eagles tributes. D9 Brewery will be on site each week at LangTree Live serving up the latest in craft beer selections. Be sure to get there early and visit LangTree shops and restaurants, and bring your chair to relax on the lawn and enjoy the show. As always, admission is FREE!

May 12 – Race City Festival

The Race City Festival is a celebration of  Lake Norman area arts & culture and is held outdoors along Main and Broad Streets in Downtown Mooresville. The Festival features family fun areas, hundreds of vendors, food, antiques, arts & crafts, kids areas, dancing, live entertainment, and more! About 200 vendors, two stages with live entertainment, two food courts, beer garden, kids games, face painting, street performers, mascots. free parking & free admission. Downtown merchants, eateries, art galleries and businesses will also be open.

May 21 – Race City Week

Race City Week in Mooresville celebrates everything racing! Events at race shops feature driver meet and greets, shop tours, and more. Race fans in town for the #CocaCola600 and #600Festival should plan a day in Mooresville, Race City USA! Check our event calendar for updated events during Race City Week.

May 22 – Little 600

One of the most popular events during the #600Festival, the #Little600 gives fans a chance to watch drivers battle it out on the GoPro® Motorplex kart track for bragging rights. Past champions include Bubba Wallace and Cory Lajoie. Fans also have a chance for autographs and photos with the drivers. Click for more details.

Lake Norman State Park – Canoe, Kayak, and StandUp Paddleboard rentals

Enjoy swimming at the family friendly swimming area, or rent a water toy and get out on the lake! Hourly rentals are available for canoes, kayaks, paddleboats and standup paddleboards. Availability and hours are seasonal, please check the Lake Norman State Park webpage for details.

Welcome Spring with these Fun Events and Activities

Winter Activities to Keep You Warm

Winter Activities to Keep You Warm in Mooresville

In Mooresville, NC, we are known for our mild climate, which makes outdoor activities a year-round possibility. But sometimes the arctic chill makes its way down here for a few days. But don’t fear! There are plenty of activities you can do indoors to have fun and stay warm.

Go Climbing

Cliff Hangers Climbing and Fitness Gym is a fun challenge for the whole family. This state-of-the-art indoor climbing facility features a speed wall, bouldering, and a designated kids area. All you need is comfortable clothes and determination, and their friendly staff will get you started climbing! The cafe offers snacks to keep you going, as well as a great beer selection to reward you for all of your hard work. Cliff Hangers is located at 326 Oates Road, Mooresville, NC 28117 or visit them at www.cliffhangersclimbing.com.

Go Karting

When it’s a bit chilly to brave the outdoor kart track at GoPro Motorplex, there is also an indoor option for navigating the track. The Pit Indoor Kart Racing’s 70,000 Sq. Ft. track is one of the largest, single indoor kart tracks in the country. With speeds of up to 45 miles per hour, and a 20-foot wide track, that means more passing, more speed, and more of that adrenaline rush. The completely indoor facility also features a climbing wall, arcade, laser tag, bumper cars and more. It’s the perfect spot for entertaining adults and kids for the better part of the day. The Pit Indoor Kart is located at 346 E. Plaza Drive, Mooresville NC 28117. You can visit them online at meetatthepit.com.

Go Down Memory Lane

If you are feeling a bit nostalgic, try a visit to Memory Lane Motorsports and Historical Automotive Museum. Featuring over 150 vehicles on display, this unique museum is a fabulous collection of automobiles, pedal cars, antique toys, motorcycles, tractors, antique clothing, memorabilia, trophies, and so much more!  Memory Lane traces the history of the automobile from 1901 to present day and the history of racing from the early moonshine era to the super speedways of today. You can view cars driven by NASCAR greats such as Bobby Allison, Richard Petty, Terry Labonte, Dale Earnhardt, and many more. Memory Lane Museum is located at 769 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117 and online at www.memorylaneautomuseum.com.

Get Brewing

After a day of climbing, karting, or museuming, treat yourself to an afternoon or evening of beer sampling! Mooresville is home to some great craft beer breweries, pubs, and ale houses, where you are sure to find a new favorite. Ghostface Brewing features up to 20 unique and tasty beers along with mead and ciders at any given time in their taproom. They have a second brewery, Beer Lab, which was created from the R&D (Research & Drinking) events at the original location, where they would unleash 7 new beers at a time and experiment with strange ingredients, fruit and yeast. Beer Lab features experimental beers with taps consistently changing weekly if not daily. Ghostface Brewery is located at 427 East Statesville Avenue and Beer Lab is located at 225 S. Broad Street. Both can be found online at www.ghostfacebrewing.com

King Canary Brewing is a craft brew pub with charming decor and a wide range of styles in their brew selection, with a number of IPAs, fruited sours, dessert inspired stouts and everything in between. They also offer wines, light snacks, and a revolving lineup of food trucks. Located at 562 Williamson Rd, or online at www.kingcanarybrewing.com.

Located in downtown Mooresville, (On)Tap taphouse features 23 taps of craft beers and ciders from small, independent breweries and cideries primarily in North Carolina. In addition, they have prosecco and wine on tap, can serve you craft beer flights and fill a growler for you to take home. The renovated historic building is quite beautiful and the perfect location for enjoying a brew or two. (on)Tap is located at 188 N Main St, Mooresville, NC 28115 and online at www.ontap.pub.

Ultimate Ales was the first bottle shop in Mooresville and offers a revolving selection of beers and ciders on tap, as well as an extensive bottle collection. Ultimate Ales is located at 134-C Mooresville Commons Way , Mooresville, NC 28117 and online at www.ultimateales.com.

Enjoy your days exploring Mooresville, and remember you can always stop by our Visitors Center if you need help planning fun things to do while you are visiting!

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Celebrating The Holidays in Mooresville

Celebrating The Holidays in Mooresville

The holidays are fast approaching, and we are getting ready for them in Mooresville! From carriage rides through charming downtown to a holiday light spectacular surrounded by exotic animals, you’ll be sure to find a wonderful way to spend the holidays in Mooresville!

The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at LangTree at Lake Norman
November 18, 5:00pm – 8:00pm

The kickoff to the holiday events begins with this family festival. Enjoy hot chocolate, face painting, a photo booth and holiday choo-choo trains. There will be special guest appearances from the man himself, Santa! And of course the main event will be the lighting of the giant Christmas Tree. A super fun event for the whole family to get you into the holiday spirit.

Mooresville Christmas Parade
November 21, 3:00pm – 5:00pm

The Annual Mooresville Christmas Parade has been a tradition since 1944.  Generations of locals and visitors alike have enjoyed the numerous floats, dance and entertainment groups, marching bands, and merchants displaying their holiday spirit. The roughly 1.5 mile parade down Main Street ends with the traditional appearance by Santa Claus. The event is free and is always held the Tuesday before Thanksgiving.

Movies on Main presents Holiday Films
November 21 – 8:00pm – 10:00pm – “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”
December 21 – 8:00pm – 10:00pm – “It’s a Wonderful Life”

What better way to enjoy a holiday evening than with a movie? Bring your favorite people and maybe a blanket for snuggling to the Charles Mack Citizen Center and enjoy a free movie!

Zootastic Park’s Christmas Wonderland of Lights
November 22 – January 1, 2018
Sunday-Thursday: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Friday & Saturday: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Experience this spectacular display of lights as you drive through Zootastic Park. Last year the park had more than 3.7 million lights, and they add more every year! In addition to the light show, enjoy a S’mores pit, pony rides, petting zoo, Tiger and Giraffe feeding, pictures with Santa and the zoo’s baby animals, and more. Admission is $7.00 and proceeds raised go toward helping care for the zoo animals throughout the year.

Downtown’s Holiday Light Spectacular
November 27 – December 31


The Holiday Light Spectacular is an orchestrated light show with 115,000+ lights set to music. The show takes place on the lawn at Town Hall, 413 N. Main Street, every evening beginning at 5:30. It’s the perfect start (or end) to a night in downtown Mooresville. Walk to dinner before or after the show!

7th Annual Christmas Boat Parade
December 2 @ 6:00pm – 9:00pm

It’s a Boat Parade on Lake Norman!  Start the season out right and come to the waterfront at Lake Norman Yacht Club and watch the spectacle of lights!  Sail and motor boats from the area will be decked out in their finest holiday decor for your viewing pleasure. The parade is a benefit for Toys for Tots, please bring an unwrapped toy to support this great cause.

Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown Mooresville
December 8 and 15
 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Enchanting downtown Mooresville comes alive for the holidays! Enjoy strolling carolers, Santa visits, Christmas Tree Lane, horse drawn wagon rides, hot cocoa, snacks and treats, and more.  Activities take place on Broad & Main Streets. Pop in to one of our wonderful restaurants, coffee shops, beer pubs or wine houses as you take in the sights and sounds of the season!

Celebrating The Holidays in Mooresville

Celebrate Fall in Mooresville

Celebrate Fall in Mooresville

Fall is such a beautiful time in Mooresville. The warm, but not hot, days are perfect for getting outside and enjoying our beautiful weather. And of course the fall festivals are in full swing! Here are a few festivals to get you in the autumn spirit.

Lazy 5 Ranch Fall Festival

The animals at the Lazy 5 Ranch enjoy the cool weather, too, so it’s the perfect time to interact with them! The Fall Festival runs the month of October, where you can take your chance at the pumpkin slingshot, or pick out your own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch. There are lots of activities for the kids, including a giant corn box, a straw castle, as well as marshmallow roasting and painting activities. And of course be sure to take a horse-drawn wagon ride through the park and feed the animals. Some of the activities are only offered on weekends so check their website for details.

Carrigan Farms Pumpkin Patch

What better way to get in the fall mood than to pick your own pumpkin straight from the patch? At Carrigan Farms they grow thousands of pumpkins every year.  They also transport you to the pumpkin patch on a tractor drawn hayride. The whole experience is great fun for the entire family. You can also shop the farm market while you’re there for fresh apples and cider, colorful mums, local honey and more!

Carolina BalloonFest

The 44th annual Carolina BalloonFest is a must for ushering in fall! Where else can you watch more than 50 colorful balloons fill the sky? The festival features live music on two stages, a wine and craft beer garden, a kids zone, loads of food and drink vendors and more. You can take a tethered balloon ride or just watch as the balloons ascend into the blue Carolina sky. More details and tickets at www.carolinaballoonfest.com

Carolina Renaissance Festival

Just a short ride south of Mooresville is the annual festival that celebrates life in medieval times. With games and rides, falconry exhibitions, jousting, giant turkey legs and more, it’s a highly anticipated event in the area. Open every weekend through November 19. Visit their website for tickets and details.

photo: Carolina Renaissance Festival

 

Zootastic Fall Festival

If you want to get up close and personal with more animals, then head over to the Zootastic Fall Festival on October 28. In addition to seeing tigers, lemurs, and other exotic animals, you also get the chance to interact with some of them. They will have face painting, pumpkin decorating, and visits from Super Heroes. A fun day for the entire family!

Uncorked and Artsy

Check in with your artistic side at the Uncorked and Artsy festival in downtown Mooresville. This signature art walk and wine tasting is adding craft beers to the mix this month, as well as artist displays and live music. Tickets for the October 13 event are available online or you can purchase at the gate. A wonderful way to spend a crisp fall evening while supporting the Mooresville Arts Renovation Fund.

Festival of Food Trucks

Don’t miss the last Food Truck festival of the year in downtown Mooresville on October 14. This event has been a great success and draws big crowds into downtown. At least 10 trucks will be serving up everything from barbeque to soul food and everything in between, as well as beer from Mooresville’s own Ghostface Brewery. Tables and chairs are provided but go quickly, so you may want to bring your own chairs.

If you attend any of these events, make sure to include us by using the hashtag #VisitMooresville in your social media posts. Your photos may even be selected to appear on our website! Have fun and prepare to fall in love with Mooresville!

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