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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.”
About CabarrusJanuary 3, 2019
Don’t leave yours on the table! Whether you’ve got a fresh bank of vacation days or a short window to use what’s left, the New Year is an exciting time to assess your travel goals and plan on putting that paid time off to good use in 2019. Get inspired with these five once-in-a-lifetime adventures in Cabarrus County!
Skydive Indoors
Skydiving is the ultimate bucket list item. If you’ve always wanted to try it but are afraid of heights, iFLY is the place to be. Opening in Concord in early 2019, this indoor skydiving facility lets you experience the rush of skydiving without the plane or parachute. They call it “bodyflight.” Train with a certified instructor, and with practice work your way up to doing turns and tricks while hovering in the air.
Celebrate an Iconic American Car
It’s been around for 55 years and this spring you can explore its history inside the only public museum dedicated to the Ford Mustang in the world. Get nostalgia and make new memories as you discover 38,000 square feet of vehicles and rotating exhibits featuring Mustang memorabilia. Register to attend the Mustang Owner’s Museum Grand Opening celebration in April, or stop by when doors open in May.
Drive a Real Race Car on a Legendary Speedway
Get behind the wheel of a real stock car or dragster with NASCAR Racing Experience and Pure Speed Drag Racing Experience. Not quite ready for the driver’s seat? Ride-along experiences with professionally trained drivers are also available. Then, reserve your seat for NASCAR and NHRA races to feel the horsepower from the grandstands at Charlotte Motor Speedway and zMAX Dragway.
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Make Whiskey in a Prison-Turned-Distillery
The personalized “Whiskey Prison Distilling Experience” lets you learn the art of distilling and indulge in expertly crafted, award-winning bourbon. Southern Grace Distilleries is the first distillery in America located inside a former prison. Tour the grounds, take your mugshot, and take home some of their products to make a difference. Several Southern Grace products give back to the community.
Pan for Gold Where it was First Discovered
That’s right—the first discovery of gold in the United States happened right here at Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site in Midland, North Carolina. Today, you can pan for gold (from April 1 to October 31) in the same spot where a 17-pound gold nugget was found in 1799. Then, navigate through underground mine tunnels on a guided tour and see real mining equipment like the ore-crushing stamp mill.
January 29 is National Plan for Vacation Day, so stop rolling over those PTO days and start planning your trip to Cabarrus County now!
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