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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
For Your Safety and Peace of Mind When Visiting Cabarrus County, NC
Much has changed since the pandemic began, but the well-being of our visitors and community remains our highest priority.
COVID-19 Update
Governor Roy Cooper’s latest executive order extends North Carolina’s Modified Stay At Home Order that requires people to be at home from 10pm-5am. This Order is effective January 8, 2021 at 5pm through January 29, 2021 at 5pm unless otherwise modified or extended. Learn more with these Frequently Asked Questions.
Hotels are open, and restaurants are operating with capacity limits for dine-in service. Some attractions are also operating at limited capacity or with updated hours. Be sure to call before visiting to confirm the most up-to-date information.
The Cabarrus County Visitor Center, located at 10099 Weddington Road in Concord, is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm. We also remain available via email at Hey@VisitCabarrus.com, through live chat on the homepage or by phone at 800-848-3740.
Educated travel decisions are extremely important during this time. We’ll continue to share relevant resources from trusted partners here to best assist you.
When you’re back in the driver’s seat and ready to travel again, here are a few things to know as you plan a visit to Cabarrus County.
Visitor Information Center
The Cabarrus County Visitor Center is currently open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm. Rest assured that when you arrive, you’ll find we’ve taken important steps to stop the spread of anything but helpful information and hospitality. To help protect everyone who walks through our doors, we’ve implemented enhanced cleaning practices and have completed North Carolina’s COVID-19 training, Count On Me NC.
Count on Me NC
Count on Me NC helps to ensure everyone’s safety through a mutual commitment. Along with training for restaurants and other hospitality businesses, the initiative includes a promise to uphold the highest health standards and asks guests to do the same.
We’ve included the stamp on listings here at VisitCabarrus.com to help you spot certified businesses. Look for this logo on storefront windows, name badges and menus across the area. Then, be at ease when enjoying a meal, trying a new craft beverage and partaking in all that Cabarrus County has to offer.
Safe Experiences
Cabarrus County’s restaurants, hotels, attractions and small businesses are all implementing changes to their procedures to ensure safe experiences for everyone. To learn more about how an individual business is making it even easier for you to relax and enjoy the moment, be sure to visit their website. Several have shared important notices, service updates and helpful videos.
Where to Find Care
We encourage everyone to continue practicing the guidelines given by our public officials to keep yourselves and our community healthy. Remember: Wear, Wait, Wash to continue slowing the spread of COVID-19!
Have questions? We’re happy to provide any other information you need to make memories without the worry. Send a message to Hey@VisitCabarrus.com or call 800-848-3740.
