August 19, 2024
Whether you’re getting a head start on the holiday season, celebrating a birthday or engagement, marking a career milestone, or are just in need of a day to de-stress, here are a few ideas for how to get away with the girls in Cabarrus County, North Carolina.
Shop
We love shopping local, and there’s no better place to browse the racks for exclusive finds than independently owned boutiques. Find several throughout Cabarrus County’s downtown districts offering everything from apparel and shoes to custom candles, cards, and gifts.
For designer deals, bargain hunters should plan a visit to Concord Mills, North Carolina’s largest outlet and value retail shopping center. Shopping for your home instead? Go antiquing, gather around a table at AR Workshop to paint your own décor, or sign up for an immersive workshop to tap into your creativity.
Spoil
Cabarrus County may be known for speed, but it can be the perfect place to slow down. Unwind at Spa Botanica inside Embassy Suites with an à la carte treatment or custom pampering package. Relax your mind and body in this oasis of tranquility where you can enjoy services from massages to facials with top-of-the-line skin care.
Then, enjoy a delicious meal. Indulge in a craft coffee and pasties or sit down to savor dishes made with farm fresh ingredients. Whether it’s time for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, choose from over 100 locally owned restaurant options.
Sparkle
Make matching BFF bracelets or string together a statement necklace all your own at The Bead Lady. The 3,100-square-foot design studio is glistening with handmade jewelry and thousands of loose beads for guests to create with. Have flowers from a special occasion? Owner, Kathleen can transform your precious petals into wearable beads.
Those local boutiques mentioned above? Many of them carry a wide variety of pretty jewels, from styles in the the latest trends to classic, timeless pieces you’ll cherish forever.
Sip
Toast to a weekend away at Cabarrus County’s places to enjoy expertly crafted beverages. From mocktails and cocktails to beer, winder, cider and more, several spots for local sips can be found on the area’s craft beverage trail, Explore & Pour.
Head to historic downtown Concord where Cellar Door Wine Shop pairs perfectly with specialty stores like Chocolatier Barrucand. Need a snack while you sip? Pack a picnic and dine with a view at Rocky River Vineyard in Midland or just stroll through downtown Kannapolis and grab a table at a local eatery along West Avenue.
Stay
Now that you’re inspired to escape, share this post with your best friends, set a date and find a place to stay. Among the options for lodging in Cabarrus County is a lovely bed and breakfast inside a stunning historic home. On the National Register of Historic Places and within walking distance to charming downtown, The Inn at Mount Pleasant offers four guest rooms, beautiful grounds to explore, a homemade meal in the morning, and more.
Other accommodations, such as Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte/Concord Golf Resort & Spa, can be found just minutes away from many of the area’s most popular attractions.
See You Soon
There are endless ideas for a girls getaway in Cabarrus County. From a restful visit to reconnect and catch up to experiencing some of the area’s most adrenaline-pumping adventures together, you’ll find even more inspiration on The Drift.
