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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.
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Upcoming Events
Kannapolis Cannon Ballers vs. Myrtle Beach Pelicans
Atrium Health Ballpark
Kannapolis
Visit Atrium Health Ballpark in Downtown Kannapolis to cheer on Cabarrus County's hometown team and Low-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers!
Movies in the Park
Village Park
Kannapolis
Grab a blanket and head to Kannapolis, North Carolina for family-friendly summer fun under the stars with outdoors movies at Village Park!
CABCO Movie Night
Cabarrus Brewing Company
Concord
Outdoor movie nights are back at Cabarrus Brewing Company at Gibson Mill! Bring the family on select Friday and Saturday nights from March through December to enjoy iconic movies on the big screen!