Cornelius, Davidson & Huntersville, North Carolina
Lake Norman
Located 20 miles north of Charlotte, Lake Norman is the perfect place for a quick trip or small getaway anytime of the year. Stroll down the historic main streets lined with a fun mix of boutique shops, galleries and restaurants or experience the beautiful scenery by boating and fishing or hiking and biking. As North Carolina’s largest man-made lake, there’s something for everyone to love with a relaxing escape and outdoor adventure.

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Lake Norman Events
Birkdale Big Screen
- Birkdale Village
- Apr 30, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
ISSA Eastern Spring Nationals
- Apr 30, 2025 - May 4, 2025
Birkdale Village Commons market
- Birkdale Village
- May 1, 2025 - Oct 1, 2025
The Nomadic Jeweler Pop-Up
- Birkdale Village
- May 2, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
Breakfast with the Birds
- Carolina Raptor Center
- May 3, 2025 - Jun 1, 2025
Ghost Hunt
- May 3, 2025 - Nov 1, 2025
Take a Drive to Lake Norman
Just 20 minutes from Uptown Charlotte, Lake Norman is the place for fun in the sun and a place to enjoy the relaxing scenery.
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Huntersville
The area that is now Huntersville was originally settled by Scotch-Irish and German immigrants in the mid-1700s. Originally named Craighead, Huntersville was renamed after major landowner and cotton…
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Cornelius was established in 1905 and originated as a mill and farm community. Originally incorporated as ‘Liverpool', the town's name was changed to Cornelius to honor Joseph Benjamin Cornelius. The…
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Davidson, North Carolina, has a rich history that dates back to the 18th century. Davidson was founded in 1837 when a group of Presbyterians purchased land for a new college. The town was named after…
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