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The people, places and experiences in Cabarrus County’s five communities make it one of a kind.
Cabarrus County is located in the vibrant Piedmont region of south-central North Carolina, just 20 minutes northeast of Charlotte. Conveniently situated halfway between the state’s stunning Blue Ridge Mountains and famed coastline, the five distinct communities of Cabarrus County are home to an allure all their own.
Comprised of the cities of Concord and Kannapolis, and the towns of Harrisburg, Midland and Mt. Pleasant, Cabarrus County is renowned for auto racing. The area’s exciting motorsports heritage includes iconic venues such as Charlotte Motor Speedway and zMAX Dragway, NASCAR race shops and the hometown of legendary driver, Dale Earnhardt Sr.
And Cabarrus County offers even more beyond its exclusive motorsports experiences. It’s a region steeped in history dating back to 1792. Discover the area’s history in the restored walls of restaurants, breweries and our local distillery. It’s in storied grandstand seats and lyrics written by local musicians, carved into commemorative bricks, running through Little Meadow Creek and woven through downtown streets.
The Kannapolis Farmers Market is open on Thursdays from 4-7pm, May through September. New and returning vendors offer a wide variety of fresh, local produce, as well as honey, prepared foods, spices, and crafts.
This local favorite festival returns to Downtown Kannapolis in 2024 for its 10th year with the smells and tastes of barbeque and fun for the entire family!
Stop by Cabarrus Arena and Events Center this weekend for Vintage Market Days, a premier destination for lovers of all things vintage, offering a selection of art, antiques, clothing, and jewelry.
Concord, the county seat of Cabarrus County, is in the heart of NASCAR country and home to fast-paced action at the racetrack and beyond.
The history of Kannapolis extends back to 1906 after James William Cannon, founder of Cannon Mills, purchased a plot of land and started bui...
The small town of Midland boasts a big history as the site of America’s first documented discovery of gold! Here are five ideas to inspire...