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Did you know the history of Concord goes back over 200 years to the Carolina Gold Rush?
Just half an hour from downtown Charlotte, you’ll find a slew of fun Concord attractions. And while everyone loves summer, there’s plenty of great things to do in Concord in the winter too.
Whether you’re into history, the great outdoors, or family fun in Concord, there’s something for everyone here.
Here’s our roundup of the best things to do during winter in Concord, North Carolina.
Calling all history and theater buffs! Winter in Concord is the perfect time to see a performance at the historic Old Courthouse Theater.
Built in 1923 as a Gothic-style church, it’s now a not-for-profit entertainment venue. The building itself is extraordinary, but the performers are definitely the highlight.
If you’re lucky enough to be in Concord in December, be sure to book tickets for their annual Christmas shows held each weekend.
Great Wolf Lodge is an awesome family destination thanks to its indoor water park (yes, it’s open during the winter too).
But during the wintertime, the entire resort transforms into a snowy wonderland. Stroll through a life-sized gingerbread house and pause for a few photos with Santa.
There’s also scavenger hunts, storytime, and a glow stick dance party. Need more activities? Sign your kids up for a day at the North Pole University and they’ll receive a “snowploma” to take home.
If all that playing at Snowland makes you want to see the real thing, why not rent a car and visit North Carolina’s beautiful mountains?
Winter is a great time to explore the nearby Uwharrie National Forest, where’s it cool but not too cold. Bring a picnic lunch, go for a hike, and build a campfire by the lake.
If you’re geared up for snow, head west to the Appalachians. Within a few hours, you can be at several different resorts to try skiing, snowboarding, or snowshoeing.
After all these fun winter activities, there’s only one way to kick back and relax after the sun goes down.
Grab a pint at the Cabarrus Brewing Company, which produces a wide range of craft beers. Continue your beer crawl with visits to Commoners, Twenty-Six Acres, and High Branch Brewing Companies.
Are you more of a wine aficionado? Sign up for a tasting tour at Cougar Run or Cabo Winery, which each produce their wines from locally grown grapes.
For a sweet treat at the end of the night, grab a few scoops from the historic Carabbus Creamery. Try the Moon Pie ice cream—you’ll love it!
So, which of these things to do in Concord will you try first?
If you have time for an extended stay in Concord, you’ll be able to try them all!
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