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Concord, North Carolina

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Do & See The guide was updated: 2022-12-28

With its historic charm and modern day appeal, Concord wins the hearts of many. Natural sites are abound for outdoors enthusiasts. Those seeking sports, head to golf courses whereas the most adventurers can have an adrenaline boost at the motor speedway.

Frank Liske Park

Frank Liske Park

Located in the heart of Cabarrus County, Frank Liske Park was named in honor of Mr. Liske—who worked at the Stonewall Jackson Training School for nearly 50 years. Mr. Liske helped to retain the 238 acres from the state, which has since become this beautiful park. Spend the day at mini-golf, lunch at the picnic areas and take to the paddle boats.

Charlotte Motor Speedway

Charlotte Motor Speedway

Charlotte Motor Speedway is both a NASCAR raceway and vacation destination for fans which are able to attend races such as the Coca-Cola 600, NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race, and Bank of America 500, go behind-the-scenes at the speedway, take race shop tours, tour the new NASCAR Hall of Fame, and drive an 800-horsepower stock car.

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Who knew a resort could be so much fun? The Great Wolf Lodge is far more than accommodations: it's a verified water park. Bring the family for a day (or days) of non-stop aquatic entertainment. Enjoy countless rides and slides, including the splashing adventure Fort Mackenzie, thrill ride Howlin' Tornado, raft-riding River Canyon Run, and much more!

Concord Museum

Concord Museum

The Concord Museum was founded back in 1939 to give house to artifacts, documents and books of historical significance. Today the museum is home to historical collections, memorabilia and a library of antique books, photographs, documents, and oral histories from all over Cabarrus County.

Backing Up Classics Auto Museum

Backing Up Classics Auto Museum

At Backing Up Classics Auto Museum, car enthusiasts are invited to take a stroll down memory lane. Experience different historical eras of Motor Cars, Racing, and other significant milestones, in a time-travel back to the last century.

Cabarrus Arts Council

Cabarrus Arts Council

The Cabarrus Arts Council is dedicated to showcasing a variety of cultural arts programs that celebrate the rich diversity of Cabarrus county and the world. Seeking to energize the community through arts excellence, the Council operates the Davis Theatre and the Galleries, conducting one of North Carolina's largest art-in-education programs for both the Cabarrus County and Kannapolis City school systems.

Davis Theatre

Davis Theatre

The beautiful Davis Theatre features premier Broadway revues, spectacular professional theatre and award-winning musicians. The Theatre is located in the picturesque 1876 courthouse in downtown Concord, occupying the former courtroom on the second floor. There are 227 seats and an intimate environment that brings audience members close to the performance.

Old Courthouse Theatre

Old Courthouse Theatre

The Old Courthouse Theatre is well recognized and respected in the region for its 33 years of excellence. Launched as a result of a dream, Old Courthouse Theatre carries its tradition as Cabarrus County’s only Community Theatre. Past plays to take stage include Poe's Midnight Dreary - Rutledge Guild Halloween Special, A Broadway Christmas Carol, and To Kill A Mockingbird.

Mayor’s Annual Golf Tournament

Mayor’s Annual Golf Tournament

The Mayor’s Annual Golf Tournament is held at the beautiful Rocky River Golf Club. All proceeds go to benefit youth programs of the City of Concord and Cabarrus County. Event details, entry, and sponsorship forms are available online.

zMax Dragway

zMax Dragway

The zMAX Dragway was built in 2008 and became the world's only four-lane, all concrete drag strip. Located on the grounds of the Charlotte Motor Speedway, the strips annually host two NHRA events, as well as street racing nights and other family-friendly events.

Richard Petty Driving Experience

Richard Petty Driving Experience

The Richard Petty Driving Experience allows you to experience NASCAR racing up front. Drive a 600hp NASCAR race car at speeds approaching 150mph on some of NASCAR's most storied tracks. If you don't want to drive, ride shotgun while one of the professional drivers takes you on a mock qualifying run at speeds up to 165mph.

Mario Andretti Racing Experience

Mario Andretti Racing Experience

The Mario Andretti Racing Experience offers real, Indy-Style racing cars that you can try and drive by yourself or ride-along. There are no pace cars, you will receive in-car racing electronics radio communications and personal racing instructors - and passing is allowed!

Rocky River Golf Club

Rocky River Golf Club

The Rocky River Golf Club is associated with the Embassy Suites Concord/ Charlotte and it is one of the area's finest. Following a Dan Maples design, the course features 18 holes carved out of rolling hills and natural wetlands. Tournament packages, golf outings, and the Stonehouse Grille restaurant implement the experience.

The Speedpark at Concord Mills

The Speedpark at Concord Mills

At The Speedpark at Concord Mills, take your pick from ice skating, kart racing, miniature golf, spider jumps, spider webs, and the fun slide. If you are visiting around Christmas time, you can even see the Santa race!

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