It’s another great week to Discover Fun in Kannapolis! Get out and see all that Kannapolis has to offer!

The Concert in the Park series continues this Saturday, July 11 with The Four Tops at Village Park. Village Park is located at 700 West C. Street and admission is free. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. with opener Allison Rose.

Formed in Detroit in 1953 as the Four Aims, the Four Tops changed their name to avoid confusion with the Ames Brothers and went on to become one of the most enduring and influential vocal groups in American music history. The band launched a string of classic hits, including "Baby I Need Your Loving," "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)," "Reach Out I'll Be There," "It's the Same Old Song," "Bernadette," "Standing in the Shadows of Love," and "Ain't No Woman (Like the One I've Got)." Known for maintaining their original lineup for more than 40 years, the Four Tops built a remarkable legacy that earned them induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Vocal Group Hall of Fame, and the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame, while Rolling Stone named them one of the "100 Greatest Artists of All Time.”

Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, and coolers are permitted with non-alcoholic drinks, but subject to search. Pets and smoking are not allowed, and children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

The City of Kannapolis offers two free and convenient shuttle services for people visiting the City on concert days.

• The Village Park Concert Bus operates from 5 to 11 p.m., with convenient pickup locations at the Nova Credit Union Overflow Lot, Cabarrus Health Alliance, City Hall, Village Park, and the NC Research Campus Parking Deck.

• Visitors who wish to explore downtown before the concert may also take advantage of the West Avenue Shuttles, “Thunder” and “Lightning,” which operate from 5 to 10 p.m. These ADA-compliant electric golf carts provide service between the NC Research Campus Parking Deck, First Baptist Church, and the intersection of West Avenue and Cannon Baller Way near The Bank Food Hall. Please note that the West Avenue Shuttle does not travel to Village Park. You will need to transfer over to a Village Park Concert Bus when you are ready to arrive at the concert. The shuttles are available on Fridays and Saturdays all summer.

Summer Movie Matinees | Gem Theatre | 10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 28 – August 6 | Tickets Required

Enjoy the Gem Theatre’s Summer Movie Matinees this week! Join us at the Gem Theatre, Today, Tuesday, July 7 for a showing of Trolls (PG) and Thursday, July 9 for a showing of The Secret Life of Pets (PG). Tickets are $2 per person and show times are 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The Gem Theatre is located at 111 Laureate Way.

Purchase tickets online at www.gem-theatre.com/.

Kannapolis Farmers Market | Corner of Dale Earnhardt Boulevard & Vance Avenue | 4 - 7 p.m., Thursdays, May - September | Free

Stop by from 4-7 p.m. Thursday and explore a variety of fresh, local produce, as well as meat, eggs, baked goods, crafts, and prepared foods. 

To receive updates about seasonal offerings and special deals at the Kannapolis Farmers Market, text MARKET to 704-704-4335. You may unsubscribe at any time.

Thursdays on Main: The Embers | Veterans Park | 6 p.m., Thursday, July 9 | Free

Join us in Veterans Park at 6 p.m., this Thursday, July 9 for Thursdays on Main featuring The Embers. The concert is free to the public. Children 18 & under must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. No pets or smoking please. Veterans Park is located at 119 N. Main Street. 

Food/drinks will be available for purchase, or attendees can bring their own food and nonalcoholic drinks. Coolers are allowed with no outside alcohol. Coolers are subject to search. Lawn chairs are permitted.

Indoor Glow Vibe Golf | Laureate Center | Friday, July 10 | Registration Required

Indoor Glow Vibe Golf returns to the Laureate Center (401 Laureate Way) on Friday, July 10. Participants can enjoy a unique indoor glow-in-the-dark mini golf experience with tee times available at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 7 p.m., and 8 p.m. The cost is $5 per person, and advance registration is required.

Gather your friends and family for a fun-filled evening and register online at: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/kannapolisparks/activity/search.

Non-Certified CPR Class | Kannapolis City Hall | Saturday, July 11 | Free

The Kannapolis Fire Department is committed to saving as many cardiac arrest victims as possible. You can help by learning CPR. Having people on scene who can begin CPR immediately, before our trained firefighters arrive, could mean the difference between life and death.

The Kannapolis Fire Department will be offering a free non-certified CPR class on Saturday, July 11. The class will go from 1 – 3 p.m. Visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/cpr to register for the free class. Email KFDoutreach@kannapolisnc.gov for questions.

Catch a Movie at the Gem Theatre | 111 Laureate Way

Stop by and see a film at the historic Gem Theatre. July 1 through 16, the Gem will show Minions and Monsters (PG). Tickets can be purchased online at, www.gem-theatre.com/Tickets or at the theatre.

Minions & Monsters (PG) July 1 - 16 | Follows the Minions in 1920s Hollywood as they search for frightening creatures for their monster movie, partner with a green creature, and must save the planet after unleashing monsters.

More information on events and entertainment in Kannapolis:

Check out the full list of upcoming concerts and events at www.swaneetheatre.com.

Download the entire 2026 Discover Kannapolis schedule at www.discoverkannapolis.com.