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Friday, August 14

Davidson College: Fan Fest (Free)

August 14 @ 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Come to the Davidson College Stadium for a night of fun, food, and fandom with the Wildcats. Football scrimmage 6 – 7; inflatables and tailgate games; autograph session with players; craft beer (age restricted) and concessions.

Live Music at Summit Base Camp: Sunday Union

August 14 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 15

Davidson Farmers Market

August 15 @ 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

120 South Main Street

Main Street Books: Bookstore Romance Day

August 15 @ 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

126 S. Main Street

Raffle prizes throughout the day

HEARTS Sacred Grounds '26

August 15 @ 2:00 p.m.

Hurt Hub

HEARTS Collaborative, in partnership with Davidson College, is pleased to announce its upcoming HEARTS Happening: “HEARTS Sacred Grounds ’26 – Beyond the Wall in Davidson.” Taking place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Hurt Hub in Davidson, North Carolina, this poignant installment will mark the fifth anniversary of the acclaimed HEARTS Sacred Grounds series, an initiative of the HEARTS Reunion Project. The public is invited to gather for an immersive afternoon that intertwines local history and nature with powerful cultural expressions in music and dance.

Davidson College: Men’s Soccer vs UNC Asheville (Exh.)

August 15 @ 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Soccer Stadium

Town of Davidson: Watercraft Rentals

August 15 @ 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.

The Town of Davidson offers kayak, canoe, and paddle board rentals every Saturday afternoon April- October from the Lake Davidson Nature Preserve. For more information or to reserve, see the Town of Davidson/Parks & Recreation website.

Davidson Branch Library: Mahjong Intermediate Open Play

August 15 @ 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Mahjong Intermediate Open Play is a program where adults can play Mahjong at the intermediate level. This means you know the rules and can play at a faster pace than a beginner. No formal instruction will be provided.

Main Street Books: Book Bedazzling Social (ticket required)

August 15 @ 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Wind down your Bookstore Romance Day with our Book Bedazzling Social. Gather with fellow romance readers to elevate a favorite book cover and talk shop about your romance reading life. Take home a bedazzled book and a list of your next great romance reads from a night of shop talk with a room full of kindred spirits! This event requires advance purchase ticket to attend.

Sincerely Tea House: Live Music

August 15 @ 7:00 p.m.

108 S. Main Street

A quiet evening of extraordinary solo guitar. Perfect for date night, study night, or just to enjoy some unique original music. Free. Reservations recommended (walk-ins welcome when available).

Town Concert Series: Concerts @ The Circles: Chasing Phoenix (rock/variety)

August 15 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Opener starts at 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 16

Lake Norman Fondo: Charity Cycling Event

August 16 @ 7:30 a.m.

Davidson Town Green

The Lake Norman Gran Fondo is a 3-route bike ride that starts and ends at the Town Green.

Main Street Books: Women’s Financial Literacy Workshop (tickets $15)

August 16 @ 4:30 p.m.

126 S. Main Street

Join us for “Women & Wealth: Building Confidence Through Financial Literacy,” an empowering workshop designed to help women take control of their financial future with confidence. Learn the fundamentals of budgeting, saving, investing, and retirement planning while gaining practical strategies to make informed financial decisions. Whether you're just starting your financial journey or looking to strengthen your financial knowledge, this workshop will provide the tools and confidence you need to build lasting financial wellness. Sorry guys, this workshop is just for women. Leading this workshop is Darcy Ridge, a former educator and small business owner, who brings a holistic, human-centered approach to wealth management. With a background in education and psychology, she blends financial planning and behavioral insights to create strategies aligned with her clients’ lives, values, and goals.

Monday, August 17

Davidson Branch Library: Family Storytime (Outdoor)

August 17 @ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Bring your whole family out to enjoy stories, songs, and movement activities that support early literacy skill development and help foster a love of books and reading in your child. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. This storytime will take place outdoors in front of the Davidson Library. Inclement weather note: In the case of inclement weather, please check the website to confirm a cancellation.

Davidson Branch Library: Technology Help

August 17 @ 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Do you have a new phone? Are you trying to figure out your new Kindle? The library can help! Get free one-on-one assistance with computers and technology. Bring your iPhone, iPad, laptop, or other device. Improve your skills and confidence! These drop-in sessions will be led by volunteers from the Hough High Honors Computer Science Club. Note: Tech tutoring will be on Monday for this month only. 

Town of Davidson: Sustainability Board Meeting

August 17 @ 6:30 p.m.

Davidson Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120

251 South Street

Tuesday, August 18

Summit Coffee Base Camp: Run Club

August 18 @ 6:00 a.m.

Davidson Branch Library: Kids BINGO Night (ages 5 – 12)

August 18 @ 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.

School is almost here again! Join us for a fun BINGO night for kids complete with popsicles and a prize for every BINGO! Supplies are limited. When registering, please register the number of children who will be participating.

Town of Davidson: Livability Board Meeting

August 18 @ 7:00 p.m.

Davidson Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120

251 South Street

Hop & Vine: Music Bingo

August 18 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

605-C Jetton Street

Join us every Tuesday evening for free Music Bingo hosted by Lake Norman Entertainment.  Enjoy six fun rounds and compete for great prizes with friends.  Don’t miss the excitement!

Main Street Books: Bibliotherapy: a philosophy salon (session 5)

August 18 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

126 S. Main Street

The pace of change in the world sometimes seems to outpace our ability to take it all in: tech advancements, political upheaval, natural disasters. And yet our everyday lives still consist of the people we love and our daily routines. Where do we turn for solace and direction when overwhelmed? Turns out, great thinkers, writers, and artists have some things to say. We’ll reflect on their offerings together over the course of six, monthly sessions. Led by Jennifer Coleman, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and a bookseller at our very own Main Street Books. Cost: $15 per session (unless participant registered for bundled sessions)
Deadline: Register by 5:00 p.m. Sunday, August 16.

Wednesday, August 19

Davidson College: Move-in Day

August 19 all day

Members of the Davidson College class of 2030 will be arriving in town on August 19. The college has a very well-orchestrated process for the move-in, but this also means that there will likely be folks driving around town looking for things. Please be patient. Thank you.

Main Street Books: Storytime

August 19 @ 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.

126 S. Main Street 

Main Street Stories is our storytime for young kids and their caregivers. Join us for storytime at the bookstore. We'll explore themes through books and songs. This is a free program; RSVP requested.

Town of Davidson: Design Review Board Meeting; Historic Preservation Commission

August 19 @ 5:30 p.m.

Davidson Town Hall and Community Center – Room 120

251 South Street

Summit Coffee Base Camp: Open Mic Night

August 19 @ 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Hop & Vine: Family-Feud Style Game

August 19 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

605-C Jetton Street

Join us every Wednesday evening for a Family-Feud Style Game.  Compete in five exciting rounds for a chance to win great prizes.  Bring your family and friends for a memorable night.

Thursday, August 20

Davidson College: Orientation begins for the Class of 2030

August 20 all day

Lots of events for the family members and friends of the Class of 2030. The final family orientation event is slated to end at 5:30 p.m.

Summit Coffee Base Camp: Yoga

August 20 @ 6:30 a.m.

Davidson Branch Library: Baby Storytime

August 20 @ 9:30 – 10:00 a.m.

Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. Engage your little one with new sights and sounds through books, songs, and rhymes. This group is majorly a lapsit program for babies from birth to 18 months. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Only the first 12 babies will be accepted. Please collect a ticket at the front desk upon arrival.

Davidson Branch Library: Teen Crafternoon: Resin Bookmarks (ages 12-18)

August 20 @ 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Want to create your very own one-of-a-kind bookmark? We'll be using and curing resin to create unique bookmarks to hold your place in your next book! This program is for teens aged 12-18 and registration is required so that we have enough materials and time for everyone.

Davidson Branch Library: Open Art Studio (adults)

August 20 @ 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Join fellow art enthusiasts to share inspiration, ideas, and stories. This program is not led by an instructor--it's an opportunity for you to bring in your canvas, paints, or other media to work in community with fellow artists. Note: No supplies will be provided.

Davidson Branch Library: The Third Thursday Travel Club (ages 18 and up)

August 20 @ 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Join our monthly meeting of the Third Thursday Travel Club. We'll chat about travel stories, experiences, share advice, invite in experts, share library resources, and maybe even do some arm chair travel. Bring your questions, your stories, and your Wanderlust! Newcomers always welcome! This program will take place indoors at the Davidson Branch library. Registration not required.

Main Street Books: Local Poets’ Night with Caroline Kane Kenna & Dede Mitchell

August 20 @ 7:00 p.m.

Join us at Main Street Books for an event in celebration of local poets! Caroline Kane Kenna and Dede Mitchell will discuss poetry and the writing process, sign copies of their books, and read selected poems. This event is free to attend. RSVP is strongly encouraged.

Main Street Books: Lit League Book Club

August 20 @ 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

The Lit League is our general fiction book club. The Lit League reads new and older fiction, intentionally selecting books that shine light on groups often marginalized in publishing, particularly BIPOC writers and stories. Note that this is a hybrid book club that meets virtually and in person. The Lit League meets virtually on Zoom most months, but meets in person once per quarter. To join the club: Email Amber at Amberbburton@gmail.com to join The Lit League and receive updates.

Sincerely Tea House: Live Music

August 20 @ 7:00 p.m.

108 S. Main Street

A quiet evening of extraordinary solo guitar. Perfect for date night, study night, or just to enjoy some unique original music. Free. Reservations recommended (walk-ins welcome when available)

Summit Coffee Base Camp: Trivia Night

August 20 @ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.