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From great shopping and dining to thrilling motorsports events, we’ve got it all. You can even learn about the deep-rooted history in our region through museums, landmarks, and self-guided tours. And when it’s time to cool your heels, consider unwinding at our tranquil retreats or wineries throughout the county.
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In Cabarrus County you’ll find nearly 30 hotels and more than 2,700 rooms, including hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, campgrounds, RV parks, and rental homes. As one of the fastest-growing destinations, we feature accommodations at nearly every style and price point.
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Visitors will have no problem finding places to eat in Cabarrus County. We have a diverse restaurant scene with more than 75 locally owned and operated spots to grab some grub in Concord, Harrisburg, Kannapolis, Midland and Mount Pleasant.
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Cabarrus County has an unequaled concentration of motorsports attractions, making us a true destination for all race fans. Nicknamed Speed City USA, Concord is home to Charlotte Motor Speedway, zMAX Dragway, The Dirt Track and top NASCAR race shops including Hendrick Motorsports, Roush Fenway Racing and Chip Ganassi Racing.
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Cabarrus County is located just 20 minutes north of Charlotte, North Carolina. Comprised of Kannapolis, Midland, Mount Pleasant, Concord and Harrisburg, N.C. We are home to Charlotte Motor Speedway, zMAX Dragway, The Dirt Track, and 90 percent of the race teams in the area, truly making us “Where Racing Lives.”
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From independently-owned boutiques, to local restaurants, craft breweries, art galleries, museums and more, these five things to do (along with friendly folks and charming small-town feel) will make you want to stay a while!
Stroll down Union Street and take in street art like the Union-Market Passageway, Coca-Cola murals, and pop art outside of MacPherson’s Diamonds & Design. The 1876 historic Cabarrus County Courthouse is an Instagram-worthy work of art in itself, and you’ll discover even more inside. The ground-level houses The Galleries with rotating exhibitions from national, regional and local artists, and live performances take place upstairs in the Davis Theatre. Ready to get creative? Make your own jewelry at The Bead Lady.
With the largest concentration of independent restaurants in Cabarrus County, Downtown Concord provides plenty of options to fuel up. Try authentic Italian at Gianni’s Trattoria, savor Havana Carolina’s classic Cuban dishes, or go for regional flavor at Union Street Bistro. Save room! Sugary shops like Chocolatier Barrucand, The Sweet Life, Cabarrus Creamery and others will lure you in for dessert and fresh craft beverages are waiting at local watering holes like Lil Robert’s Place, Red Hill Brewing Company, Cabo Winery and The Basement Arcade Bar.
In Downtown Concord, majestic trees tower over historic homes and azalea-lined streets. Park the car (plenty of free parking is available on-street or in the deck) and take in the sights! Learn about Concord’s past while enjoying breath-taking architecture with the self-guided Historic Walking Tour. The Concord Downtown NC App uses Bluetooth beacons to share pop-up photographs and information on storied buildings as you walk by. Need a family photo or moment of Zen during your vacation? Explore three acres of lush blooms at Memorial Gardens.
Local creations make the best mementos. In Downtown Concord, you’ll find a variety of specialty shops that carry items made in-house or by fellow creators in North Carolina. These one-of-a-kind keepsakes also make the perfect gifts. Fresh cheese straws made by Downtown Concord’s Ritchie Hill Bakery are a tasty takeaway, fine leather goods from ShoeBeeDo will last a lifetime, and stunning work is for sale inside the Cabarrus Arts Council’s Gallery Shop.
You’ve seen their talents, purchased goods they made by hand, tasted their recipes and learned about their history. By now, you’ve probably had the chance to get to know the locals. But if not, stop in and say hello! Tell us where you’re from, what brings you here, and what you’re enjoying most about your visit. You can even access exclusive videos and see the community come to life when you pair the Cabarrus County, NC Destination Guide with the Visit Cabarrus app.
For more information, visit ConcordDowntown.com. Ready to discover more of Cabarrus County? Start planning your getaway with these Places to Stay.
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