Sponsored by the Davidson and Cornelius-Lemley Fire Departments, the route begins along Griffith Street in Davidson and winds south down Highway 115, where it ends at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Cornelius. Your whole family can enjoy this annual hometown favorite! Read more about the parade and associated road closures.

Are you ready for some Monday night football?! Registration for this fun, non-contact league is open now through December 29 for boys and girls, ages 6-15. Practices will begin the week of January 10 on either a Wednesday or Thursday night. Games will be played on Mondays beginning January 17. Games and practices are scheduled to take place on the turf football field at Bailey Road Park, with a six-game regular season and an end-of-season bowl game or tournament. $105, or $85 with Cornelius resident discount. Volunteer coaches are needed. 

Register now through January 7 for the Winter Season, for boys in 2nd through 8th grade. Beginner to advanced players welcome. Saturday scrimmages begin January 7 at Smithville Park.

Open Gym Senior Pickleball has moved to Sunday afternoons, 1-3pm at JV Washam Recreation Center. No session on December 26 or January 2.

Due to the heavy demand on our limited gym space, Open Gym Adult Basketball is on hiatus during our Youth Basketball season, but will return in early March.

Yoga for Youth: Did you know that yoga can help kids improve self-confidence, mood, and concentration, while decreasing anxiety and stress? Register now for the Monday afternoon sessions of Yoga for Kids (ages 5-10), 5:15-6pm, or Yoga for Tweens (ages 10-14), 6:05-7pm. The new sessions are January 3 - February 14, with no class January 17). $75 residents, $92 non-residents.

Tai Chi: Register now for our separate six-week classes for beginner and intermediate students on Thursday mornings at Town Hall. Depending on weather, classes may be indoors or outdoors. Next sessions January 6 - February 10.

Active Living Fit Club: Register now for this class focusing on fitness, wellness, and laughter with fellow seniors! Join Certified Fitness Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Coach Claudia Oliphant for these twice-weekly classes at Town Hall on Tuesday and Friday mornings, 9:15-10am, January 4 - February 11( 6 weeks, 12 classes). $75 residents, $90 non-residents.

Camp Gladiator: This training program is designed to challenge and optimize your fitness and boost your stamina. Mon/Wed/Fri at Bailey Road Park, 8:45-9:45am. Now with a new trainer, Hannah Dagen! Fees vary; pay by the month. Next session starts January 3.

Cardio Funk: This high-energy class takes place at Bailey Road Recreation Center on Saturday mornings, 9-10am. And starting in January, we are bringing back Monday evening classes, 6:30-7:30pm! $5/class or $40 for a 10-class pass. Just pay at the door! No class December 25 or January 1.

Ready to get a jump start on your New Year's resolution?  We're hosting Open Track Nights three times per week. James Hoyt Wilhelm Park's 1/4-mi walking track will be lighted on Mondays and Bailey Road Park's regulation track will be lighted on Tuesdays and Thursdays, both open to the public from 6-8pm for your enjoyment. Come and enjoy a safe place to walk or run!

If you are a teen looking to meet new friends, engage in service projects, and beef up that college application, check out the Lake Norman Teen Council! Next meeting: December 14

Be fun and creative this year with the gift of recreation! Purchase a gift certificate in the amount of your choosing - each can be used for fitness classes, sports leagues, workshops, or even for our popular summer camps. There's something for everyone!

Want to know more about the history of your town? This book, written as part of the Town's centennial celebration, is on sale now for $20, including tax.

We are excited to share that the 18 & Over NC USTA Adult League Championships, hosted by the Lake Norman Tennis Association, has received two awards: the 2021 USTA NC Team Tennis Event/Program of the Year and the 2021 USTA Southern Tennis Team Tennis Event of The Year. There are 180 state championships in the Southern Section and our 18+ Championships were selected as “the best” over all of these events!

Check out Mecklenburg County Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Service's December calendar, listing recreation programs for individuals of all ages with disabilities.