RSVP for Season Launch Party now
First chance to buy tickets for 2026-27 Davis Theatre season
This is Reassurance by artist Janette Holland. It is part of a new exhibition that opens at The Galleries on July 9.
CABARRUS ARTS CALENDAR
Mark your calendars! The Cabarrus Arts Council is kicking off the upcoming Davis Theatre season with a Season Launch Party on Thursday, July 9, from 6:30-9 p.m., and everyone is invited to join the celebration.
The evening will feature live music from William Steven Hall, good friends, a merch raffle featuring items from upcoming artists, and the very first opportunity to hear about and purchase tickets for the 2026–27 Davis Theatre season.
RSVP for the Season Launch Party: https://forms. gle/42P4Qdq22oH2w1pq5
Be first in line for season tickets
The Season Launch Party marks the beginning of sales for the 2026-27 Davis Theatre season.
The sales calendar includes:
• July 9: In-Person Season Sales (season tickets or flex packages) for ALL Season Performances
• July 10-21: In-Person or Phone Package Sales ONLY
• July 22-28: Online Season Package Sales Open to the Public
• July 29: Individual Show Tickets on Sale to the Public
Current 2025-26 full-season subscribers should note that all seat holds will be released after July 21. Subscribers who would like to keep their current seats are encouraged to contact the Cabarrus Arts Council before that date.
A powerful new exhibition opens July 9
Before the Season Launch Party begins, visitors are invited to celebrate the opening of a brand-new exhibition from 5-6:30 p.m.
Co-curated by Francene Green and Michelle Willis, "Flat Footed Truths: Stories of Lived Experiences" is a juried quilt exhibition featuring quilts and fiber art that depict the soul-stirring, truth-telling, and compelling stories of African American women.
This exhibit is named and influenced by the book written by Patricia Bell-Scott, "Flat Footed Truths: Telling Black Women's Lives." These stories and the truths they tell come to life in this exhibit.
Get ready for some laughs
The Cabarrus Arts Council is also excited to partner with The Comedy Zone to bring some humor to the Davis Theatre in the coming year.
Audiences can look forward to an evening with comedian Tommy Davidson on Aug. 20 and Mike Goodwin on Dec. 18, with additional performers to be announced soon.
These comedy events are separate from the Davis Theatre Season and will be sold as individual tickets. Individual tickets will be available beginning at the Season Launch Party, giving attendees the first chance to secure their seats.
Whether you're looking forward to a new theatre season, a meaningful art exhibition, or a good belly laugh, July 9 promises to be an exciting evening celebrating the arts in Cabarrus County. Be sure to RSVP and join the fun!
Support the arts
Want to see art in your community? Consider making a gift to the Cabarrus Arts Council: Help keep art alive in our region through a donation of any size. Visit cabarrusartscouncil.org/donate.
This week
(June 16-June 22) Art on the Go: Photography 101 (CON)Tuesday, June 16, 1-2 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this exciting introduction to Photography 101. Students will focus on the basics of photography and learn how to intentionally arrange visual elements — such as subjects, lines and shapes — within the frame to create impactful images. No experience necessary.
No registration; supplies are limited. For more information, visit Events for Cabarrus County Public Library at https://bit.ly/ CabarrusLibraryevents.
Wind Chime Creation (MID) Tuesday, June 16, 2-3 p.m. — Ages 55+ Paint your own terracotta pot wind chime just in time for summer! Made using just terracotta pots, wooden beads and paint, this wind chime is the perfect homemade addition to any garden or outside space. Registration required. For more information, visit Events for Cabarrus County Public Library at https://bit.ly/ CabarrusLibraryevents.
Improv 101 (CON)Tuesday, June 16, 4-5 p.m. — Teens (Ages 12-18) – Come stretch your acting skills with this program. Improv 101 will teach you how to get in touch with your inner thespian. Join us for games, skits and more! No registration. Events for Cabarrus County Public Library at https:// bit.ly/CabarrusLibraryevents.
Geode Diamond Painting (HAR)Thursday, June 18, 5-6 p.m. Ages 12-18 – Do you like rocks? Do you like trendy crafts? Join us for a diamond painting craft that looks like a cut geode. No registration. For more information, visit Events for Cabarrus County Public Library at https://bit.ly/ CabarrusLibraryevents.
Ceramic Toad Houses Workshop – Saturday, June 20, 2-4 p.m. — Join us for a fun and creative afternoon building your very own whimsical ceramic toad house! Perfect for gardens, fairy spaces, or just a charming decorative piece, this hand-building workshop is great for all skill levels. Participants will be guided through shaping and decorating their own unique toad house using ceramic clay. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity. Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your place early. We can't wait to create with you! Register here: https://secure.rec1.com/NC/concord-nc/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTM5ODgwNzA=.
Art on the Go: Photography 101 (MTP)Monday, June 22, 6-7 p.m. — Presented by the Cabarrus Arts Council, Ages 18+ – Discover the art of capturing striking images! This beginner-friendly, hands-on class teaches the fundamentals of composition — showing you how to arrange subjects, lines, and shapes for maximum impact. No experience needed — just bring your curiosity. For more information, visit Cabarrus County Public Library at https://bit.ly/ CabarrusLibraryevents.
Celebrate AmericaJune 18-19 at 7 p.m. and June 21 at 3 p.m. — In a moving tribute to the men and women who served our nation, the community is invited to join the powerful voices of The Piedmont Choral Society for its 20th annual patriotic concert, Celebrate America, a musical event dedicated to honoring America's veterans — especially the treasured generation of World War II heroes whose numbers grow fewer with each passing year. For more information, visit https://www.piedmontchoralsociety.org/concerts.
Next week
(June 23-June 29) Art on the Go: Photography 101 (KAN)Tuesday, June 23, 6-7 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this exciting introduction to Photography 101. Students will focus on the basics of photography and learn how to intentionally arrange visual elements — such as subjects, lines and shapes — within the frame to create impactful images. No experience necessary. For more information, visit Events for Cabarrus County Public Library at https://bit.ly/ CabarrusLibraryevents.
Geode Diamond Painting (CON)Thursday, June 25, 4-5 p.m. — Teens (Ages 12-18) – Do you like rocks? Do you like trendy crafts? Join us for a diamond painting craft that looks like a cut geode. No registration. For more information, visit Events for Cabarrus County Public Library.
The Art Of The Ring Pour — Fluid Art WorkshopSaturday, June 27, 12-1 p.m. — This 60-Minute workshop focuses on the Ring Pour, one of the most mesmerizing and foundational techniques in fluid art. Students will learn the "layered cup" process to create organic, wood-grain patterns. To add a personal touch, we will also demonstrate how to "wreck" the pour — using tools to disrupt the rings and create intricate, feathered designs and unique movement within the piece. For more information, visit www.clearwaterartists.org.
What's The Stitch? (AFT) Monday, June 29, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Ages 10+ – A club for all yarn enthusiasts, bring your projects to work on with other hobbyists – whether it's crochet, knitting or weaving! Drop-in, and supplies are limited. For more information, visit Events for Cabarrus County Public Library.
Upcoming
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (KAN) — Tuesday, July 7, 6 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this fun, creative and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration. For more information, visit Events for July 2026 – Cabarrus County Public Library.
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (CON) — Thursday, July 9, 6 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this fun, creative and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration.
For more information, visit www.cabarrusartscouncil.org.
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (MTP)Monday, July 13, 6 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this fun, creative and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration. For more information, visit www.CabarrusArtsCouncil.org.
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (AFT)Wednesday, July 15, 6 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this fun, creative and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration. For more information, visit www.CabarrusArtsCouncil.org.
Art on the Go: Hand Quilting (MID) — Monday, July 20, 5:30 p.m. — Ages 18+ – Join us for this fun, creative and mediative session, where participants learn to create a mini quilt using the traditional, manual technique of stitching together layers with a hand-sewn running stitch. No registration. For more information, visit www.CabarrusArtsCouncil.org.
Choir Camp for Young Voices — July 20-24, 9 a.m. to noon — Ages 7-12. Singing together is a fun and inspiring way to build musical skills and connect with others! Join us for Choir Camp, led by Jacqueline Yost — no experience needed! Pending enrollment, campers will be placed into a choir that best fits their experience level. Along with group singing, campers will have a chance to play ukulele as an elective, with plenty of fun activities in between. The week wraps up with a public performance at the Davis Theatre to showcase their hard work! For registration and more information, visit www.cabarrusartscouncil.org.
Ukulele: Level Up! Summer Camp — July 27-31, 9 a.m. to noon — Who doesn't love a ukulele? Students ages 9-14, with at least some prior experience playing ukulele, are invited to join us for a week of learning and fun. We'll find some new chords, learn to play melodies, practice arranging songs, learn some fingerstyle patterns, and have a great time making music together. The week will conclude with a group performance at the Davis Theatre. For registration and more information, visit www.cabarrusartscouncil.org.
Ongoing
The Cabarrus Art Guild's Open Art Tuesdays — Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Guild welcomes visitors for first-time visits free at weekly Open Art Tuesdays at ClearWater — in the Lower Level, "Greenway Gallery." Enter through the double glass doors facing Kerr Street, in the Main Building. Guild members come as often as they like. Bring lunch, a project and your supplies. Sometimes a member gives a "Pop-Up" class! The Guild is a ClearWater Tenant in Lower-Level Studio LL-102. See the Cabarrus Art Guild Profile Page. For more information, visit www.clearwaterartists.com.
Learn the Age-Old Art of Pastels — Pastel classes are offered by Regina Burchett on an individual or small-group basis. Classes are typically two hours in length, and the materials are included for the first two classes, to ensure that the student will get to experience working with pastels before they commit to an investment in materials. Individual classes are $30 per two-hour session. Note: Regina moved from her ClearWater Studio to a home studio in July 2017, so individual lessons may be given there. Group classes at ClearWater Artist Studios may be public, or private (i.e. limited to a group you select). Group classes require a minimum of four students and max of 10. Age 10 and older. Contact Regina at 704-925-9838 for more information. Her website is www.reginaburchett.com.
Sip & Stitch at West Loop Local — Mondays at 6 p.m. This is an extension of our Tuesday Hooks & Books meet-up. Anyone is welcome to join, just bring your crochet or knitting project to work on. You're welcome to purchase your own food and drink from the West Loop Local menu! We meet upstairs at West Loop Local (231 West Ave). For more information, visit www.editionsbookstore.com.
Puddle Painting Workshop — Every Monday from 6:307:30 p.m. Experience the mesmerizing art of fluid acrylic pouring in this intuitive, hands-on workshop. Choose from three canvas sizes and let your creativity flow — no experience needed! Come solo or bring a friend for fun, stressfree, painting adventure! All ages welcome. RSVP required at High Branch Brewery, McGill Avenue Northwest #100. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.tuxedokat.com.
Community Survey: Concord Public Art Commission Project — A new public art project is coming to Les Myers Park in Concord. Help guide the mural design by participating in the online survey. To fill out the survey, visit www.publicinput.com/ concordmural.
The Swanee Theatre is the place to be for moving and grooving through your week. Mark your calendars. Kannapolis Parks and Recreation is offering several dancing opportunities for all to enjoy: Mondays — free line dancing from 6-8 p.m.; Tuesdays — free dance. Walk. Party. A Fitness experience! 5:30-6:30 p.m.; Wednesdays — Shag dancing, $5 a person, 6:309:30 p.m.Come out to any or all of these events to make new friends and discover a healthy life in Kannapolis. No registration needed, just come join the fun. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/CityofKannapolis.
Open Mic, Spotlight Series — Every fourth Thursday from 7:30-9:30 p.m.Come join us for this incredible spotlight series and open mic. Sign up to share on the mic at the event. Free to the public and best coffee in town. Free; no registration required at Wired Coffee Express, 469 N. Cannon Blvd. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/guerilla. poets.founders.
After-school and Adult Art Classes in drawing, painting, pottery and sculpture. After-school classes from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and adult classes from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday, one day per week for six weeks. For more information, call 704-786-8570.
North Carolina Music Hall of Fame — The North Carolina Music Hall of Fame Museum is a safe, fun and touch-free visit for your friends and family. The museum is open to the public Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m., closed noon to 1 p.m. for lunch. Reserve your visit at Make A Reservation — North Carolina Music Hall of Fame, 600 Dale Earnhardt Blvd., Kannapolis.
Open Art Day — Every Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your lunch and drink, bring a project you are working on, and your supplies. Or bring work you'd like to share and discuss. This is a working, weekly meeting each Tuesday to work with and share with artists and like-minded people who appreciate creativity. ClearWater Arts Center & Studios is at 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord — enter through the double glass doors facing Kerr Street, called the Greenway Gallery. For more information, go to cabarrusartguild.org.
Caffeinate with Creatives — Every Second Saturday from 10-11 a.m. The Concord area is filled with artists of all kinds, so let's take some time to get to know each other. Join us every second Saturday for coffee and creative conversations. All artists are welcome; no registration; free; with coffee for purchase at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios, 223 Crowell Drive NW, Concord. For more information, visit www.clearwaterartists.com.
Plein Air with the CAG — Calling all artists. First-timers welcome. Don't worry if you don't have all the things you think you need; this is a very informal gathering, and your fellow artists are happy to help. Reach out to get on the mailing list for various events.
EDITOR'S NOTE: Find the complete arts calendar at www.independenttribune.com.
