Things to do
Things to do in Concord and Cabarrus County
Festivals, Speedway events, live music, theatre, classes and family outings across the county, updated through the day.
Looking for tree lightings, parades and light shows? See our 2026 holiday events guide.
This weekend's picks
- Sat14Nov10:00 AM · ConcordChristmas BazaarRestoration Market hosts an outdoor pop-up market with local vendors, food trucks, a live DJ and holiday gifts. The women's boutique thrift store is also open, with all proceeds going to Present Age Ministries' anti-trafficking work.Restoration Market · Free
- Sat14Nov11:00 AM · ConcordHip Hop Smoothies Soft OpeningHip Hop Smoothies holds a soft opening at its new location inside The District Exchange in Concord. Visitors can tour the space and order smoothies, and the event is open to the public.District Exchange · Free
- Sat14Nov2:00 PM · ConcordAn Afternoon with Orson Scott Card at Books-A-Million Concord MillsScience fiction author Orson Scott Card, creator of the Ender's Game series, signs books at Books-A-Million in Concord Mills. Open to the public; guests may bring two books from home, and books bought that day will also be signed.Books-A-Million Concord Mills · $28.17
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Today · Saturday, November 14
Christmas Bazaar
Restoration Market hosts an outdoor pop-up market with local vendors, food trucks, a live DJ and holiday gifts. The women's boutique thrift store is also open, with all proceeds going to Present Age Ministries' anti-trafficking work.
Hip Hop Smoothies Soft Opening
Hip Hop Smoothies holds a soft opening at its new location inside The District Exchange in Concord. Visitors can tour the space and order smoothies, and the event is open to the public.
An Afternoon with Orson Scott Card at Books-A-Million Concord Mills
Science fiction author Orson Scott Card, creator of the Ender's Game series, signs books at Books-A-Million in Concord Mills. Open to the public; guests may bring two books from home, and books bought that day will also be signed.
A Coldplay Candlelight Experience
A classical tribute concert to Coldplay, presented by Lumos, takes place by candlelight at St. John's Lutheran Church in Concord. Open to concertgoers.
Wine-Pairing Dinner at Cellar Door Wine Shop
Cabarrus Cooking Company serves a five-course South American dinner at Cellar Door Wine Shop, with a regional wine matched to each course. The menu covers Argentina, Peru and Uruguay, and reservations are made through the website.
Tomorrow · Sunday, November 15
Tuesday, November 17
Artist & Cars
Local artists show their artwork alongside the cars they own at AutoBarn Classic Cars in Concord, with talks on how each one's love of cars and art came together. Artwork is for sale, the AmeriCarna car show team will be on hand, and guests are asked to RSVP by email.
Thursday, November 19
Toys for Tots Celebration at Bae’s Burgers
Bae's Burgers at The District Exchange hosts a Toys for Tots drive with a live DJ and a raffle of prizes from businesses in the building. Anyone can attend; guests are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate.
Friday, November 20
Friday Night Flicks
Friday Night Flicks is a monthly outdoor movie series that moves to a different Concord park each month from August through November, with the final screening held downtown. It suits families and friends, and guests should bring their own blankets and chairs; food is sold before and during each film. Children under 18 need a parent or guardian with them throughout, and the lineup includes Toy Story 5 at Les Myers Park and The Polar Express as part of Concord's 29th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.