Praise in the Park (also known as Lake Norman Empowerment Festival) takes place Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 5 to 9 pm., at Smithville Park, 19710 South Ferry Street, Cornelius, NC.
This free, Town-sponsored event includes gospel music from local and national professional artists, inspiration vendors, food and more.
The festival includes:
- Performance by John P. Kee
- Performance by Ronica & The Mighty Blazing Stars
- More music performances
- Children’s village
- Free back to school supplies
- COVID testing and vaccine clinic
- Mental fitness expert
- Law enforcement visitors
- Food distribution to families (limited)
- Food for purchase from vendors
Fall is looking great around Charlotte, whether you’re looking for something spooky or totally kid-friendly! Check out our HUGE list of fall festivals, a big list of Halloween parties, Trick or Treat events, and our list of pumpkin patches, haunted trails and corn mazes!
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Check out this list of the biggest fall festivals and Halloween events in Charlotte (or just keep reading for a list of upcoming festivals.)
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