Things To Do
On the Water: Boat & Jet Ski Rentals
If you are looking to spend some time on the water, click the link below to find some helpful information on boats and jet ski rentals.
Golf: Mooresville Golf Club
Tee off at Mooresville Golf Course, a public course with beautiful views and club rentals available for anyone who wants to join in the fun!
Hiking: Lake Norman State Park
If you're outdoorsy and love a good hike, Lake Norman State Park is the place to go. It is free to enter the park and utilize its trails. They also have kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, and pedal boats available to rent for $10/hour (open 9am-3pm). Park hours are 7am-8pm in October.
Historic & Charming: Downtown Davidson
Just a short drive from the wedding venue, Downtown Davidson is full of charm. Explore Davidson College, browse cute local shops, or grab a bite at The Pickled Peach or Mandolino's Artisan Pizza. Don’t miss their Farmers Market every Saturday from 9 AM–12 PM– they usually have live music!
Lakeside Eats: North Harbor Club
Our go-to lakeside restaurant is just a short 10-minute drive from the hotel block. We recommend getting a table outside to get the most of the lakeside views. Other recommendation: - Hello, Sailor (20210 Henderson Rd, Cornelius, NC 28031)
Pre-Wedding Fuel: Summit Coffee
Just down the road from the church and in the heart of downtown Mooresville, one of our favorite local coffee spots is perfect for fueling up before the big day. They also have a location in downtown Davidson (128 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036) if you decide to explore that area.
Lakeside Brews: King Canary Brewing Co
Grab a local craft beer and relax at King Canary Brewing Co.—a fun, trendy spot to unwind during the wedding weekend. Other recommendations (not lakeside): - Overflow (fun rooftop!; 137 Mecklynn Rd, Mooresville, NC 28117) - Side Bar Bottle Company (208 S Main St, Davidson, NC 28036) - Beer Lab by Ghostface Brewing (215 S Broad St, Mooresville, NC 28115)
Shopping: Birkdale Village
Located between Mooresville and Charlotte, explore charming shops, grab a bite to eat, or catch a movie at Birkdale Village. If you're hungry, we recommend grabbing some tacos and margs at Bar Taco.
City Life: Uptown Charlotte
Explore the endless fun of Uptown Charlotte: - Museums: Mint Museum Uptown, NASCAR Hall of Fame - Restaurants: The Goodyear House, Superica - Brews: Sycamore Southend Taproom & Beer Garden, Suffolk Punch Brewing South End - Drinks w/ Activities: Pins Mechanical Co, Puttery Charlotte - Shopping/Trendy Food Halls: Camp North End, Optimist Hall, Atherton Mill - Sporting Events: Charlotte Motor Speedway Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 (Oct. 9-11) - Other Things Going On: Stay Tuned!