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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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Places to Stay

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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Places to Eat

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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motorsports

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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about cabarrus

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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Fourth of July Celebrations in Cabarrus County, NC

July 2, 2018

Celebrate the land of the free and home of the brave in Cabarrus County! These Independence Day festivities offer fun for the whole family.

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July 3 / Charlotte Motor Speedway

Charlotte Motor Speedway is America’s Home for Racing! Celebrating its 25^th Anniversary in 2018, this grassroots racing series includes thrilling Legends and Bandolero races under the lights on the Speedway’s frontstretch quarter-mile oval. The fun continues in Round Five with an autograph session and spectacular Fourth of July fireworks show. Then, make plans to return throughout the summer for school bus races, ROVAL tests and more. #LetsBoRacing!

Harrisburg July Fourth Celebration

July 3-4 / Harrisburg Park

Now in its 21^st year, this classic July Fourth Celebration began in the late 90s as way to honor and celebrate our military and their families. Holding to the same tradition, the festival has grown to be one of the most well-attended July Fourth festivals in the region. This free two-day event will feature live entertainment, amusements, two nights of fireworks, food and more. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or picnic blanket, then grab the perfect grassy spot for the parade through town.

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July 4 / Intimidators Stadium

In the hometown of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Sr., the Kannapolis Intimidators will celebrate the Fourth of July with the season’s biggest and best fireworks show yet! Wear your patriotic apparel to the baseball game on Wednesday, and come back for more MILB action all holiday weekend long. The Intimidators will take on the Hickory Crawdads on July 4-6 and play the Lakewood BlueClaws on July 7-9.

How are you celebrating the Fourth of July in Cabarrus County? Tag @VisitCabarrus in your posts on social media for a chance to be featured on VisitCabarrus.com!

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