Cain Center for the Arts
21348 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC, Cornelius
Browse the gallery during its public hours or book a performance for a separate evening.
Arts & culture
Cornelius: art, books and lakeside breaks
Make separate visits for a Cain Center gallery or performance, the library, two parks and dinner destinations. This combines downtown culture with time by the lake and in green space. Drive between the clusters, check public gallery hours, and book performances or restaurant tables separately. Choose one or two stops each time.
TGA Trail by Trails GuidesA few good stops.
Go in order, or follow your curiosity.
Cornelius Library
21105 Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC, Cornelius
Browse the shelves and look for a reading group or community program that fits your week.
Robbins Park
17738 W Catawba Ave, Cornelius, NC, Cornelius
Take an unhurried walk around the park paths and ponds; give yourself a daylight break between indoor visits.
Barrel & Fork
20517 N Main St, Cornelius, NC, Cornelius
Reserve a dinner in the historic house for a slower evening; this is a meal destination rather than a quick snack.
Hello, Sailor
20210 Henderson Rd, Cornelius, NC, Cornelius
Use this as a lakeside meal stop and reserve ahead when possible; waterfront seating is subject to availability.
Jetton Park
19000 Jetton Rd, Cornelius, NC, Cornelius
Walk under the trees and pause at the shore. Enjoy the view; swimming is not permitted here.