Things To Do In Lake Norman

Take a break from everyday life and enjoy Lake Norman!

A popular haven for city dwellers seeking lakeside liberation

From fishing or paddle boarding on a nationally recognized bass fishing lake to exploring the historic main streets filled with the cutest shops and restaurants. Whether you like your days action-packed or leisurely, you'll find it easy to plan your days to get the most out of your time in Lake Norman.


Explore the highly underrated small town beauty

The towns of CorneliusDavidson, and Huntersville each have their own personality and narrative truly worth visiting. All filled with entertaining things to do, great places to dine and lakefront views for anyone and everyone to revel in.

Lake Norman's magic extends far beyond the water. The surrounding towns of Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville offer a trifecta of unique experiences for every adventurer, treasure seeker, and family member. Whether you yearn for outdoor fun, lakefront dining, or retail therapy, you'll discover countless things to do around Lake Norman.

Imagine sunny days spent picnicking with the family at a park, letting the kids loose in a playground, or exploring the area's breweries and wine rooms and delicious farmers markets. Catch live music across bars and performing arts venues, or immerse yourself in the vibrant offerings of Birkdale Village in Huntersville, with its restaurants, shops, and year-round events. As you stroll down the historic streets of these charming towns, brimming with character and energy, you may find yourself wanting to extend your stay in this little slice of lakeside paradise.



No need to leave the pups, they can join the adventure

From pet-friendly parks to breweries to restaurants, there's not much that your dog isn't allowed to do.

Things to do

Pet Friendly Activities around LKN

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70 million American households own at least one dog and 95.5% of owners consider them a member of the family. So as dog parents, we feel a little guilty when we have to leave them…

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