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Things To Do · Downtown Concord, North Carolina

Nights Out & Things To Do

Arcade bars. Golf simulators. Live theatre. Taprooms. Card games and karaoke and craft beer and nightlife — all walkable on Union Street in historic downtown Concord, NC.

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Basement Arcade Bar Buzz City Games Mulligans Golf Club Old Courthouse Theatre Borinquen Brews First-N-Flights Taproom Pump Social Dive Bar Streakers Running Bar Concord Trading Post Basement Arcade Bar Buzz City Games Mulligans Golf Club Old Courthouse Theatre Borinquen Brews First-N-Flights Taproom Pump Social Concord Trading Post
Featured Entertainment · Downtown Concord NC

Where The Action Is

Eight places that make a night in downtown Concord NC worth the trip. Bring whoever, stay as long as you want — the parking is free and everything is walkable.

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Arcade / Bar · SWU
Basement Arcade Bar
📍 14 Union St S · Concord, NC 28025
Retro and modern arcade games with a full bar, literally below Union Street in the basement of 14 Union St S. Think pinball machines, classic cabinets, and cold drinks. One of the most unique bar concepts in the Charlotte metro — and you can walk to dinner before or after.
Next door: Goldberry Books · Press & Porter one block south
Visit thebasementarcadebar.com →
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Games / Cards / Tabletop · NEU
Buzz City Games
📍 4 Union St N · Concord, NC 28025
Trading card games, board games, and tabletop gaming at the north end of Union Street. TCG players will find singles, packs, and tournament play. Whether you're picking up cards for your collection or sitting in for a Friday Night Magic session, Buzz City has it covered.
Across from: Hotel Concord · Near: The Sweet Life
Visit buzzcitygames.tcgplayerpro.com →
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Golf Simulators / Bar · Barbrick
Mulligans Golf Club
📍 12 Barbrick Ave SW · Concord, NC 28025
Full-bay golf simulators plus a bar, just off the south end of Union Street on Barbrick Ave. Hit a round any time of year, rain or shine — then walk back up to Union Street for dinner. Good for groups, date nights, or just getting some swings in on a weekday afternoon.
Near: The Lenz Studio · Two Scoops Creamery on Union St
Visit mulligansgolfclubnc.com →
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Live Theatre · Spring St
Old Courthouse Theatre
📍 49 Spring St NW · Concord, NC 28025
Community theatre in a restored historic building on Spring Street, a short walk from Union Street. The Old Courthouse Theatre has been putting on live productions for decades — musicals, dramas, comedy. Check the calendar and buy tickets in advance. A real cultural anchor for downtown Concord.
Same block: Memorial Garden · Borinquen Brews for drinks after
Visit octconcord.com →
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Taproom / Karaoke · Spring St
Borinquen Brews Taproom
📍 82 Spring St SW · Concord, NC 28025
A Puerto Rican-influenced craft taproom on Spring Street with rotating taps, food, and karaoke nights that draw a real crowd. The energy here is warm and welcoming — it's the kind of bar that becomes a regular stop. Named after Borinquen, the indigenous name for Puerto Rico.
Same strip: Old Courthouse Theatre · Beloved Art Collective
Visit borinquenbrews.com →
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Taproom / Lounge · NEU · District Exchange
First-N-Flights Taproom & Lounge
📍 22 Union St N, District Exchange · Concord, NC 28025
Craft beer flights and a relaxed lounge inside District Exchange, the multi-tenant hub at 22 Union St N. Great spot to land before or after exploring the rest of the building — grab a flight, hang in the lounge, and make an evening of it. Aviation theme runs through the whole concept.
Same building: Barley Jean's Bakery · Crane Coffee · Vintage Vibes Vinyl
Visit first-n-flights.com →
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Social Bar · Church St
Pump Social
📍 24 Church St NE · Concord, NC 28025
A social bar on Church Street with a lively atmosphere built for groups. Pump Social pulls a mix of after-work crowds, weekend regulars, and people looking for somewhere that has energy without being a full nightclub. One block east of Union Street — easy to find, easy to stay.
Same block: Trinity Lutheran · Dive Bar nearby on Church St S
Visit pumpsocialnc.com →
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Bar · Church St
Dive Bar
📍 14 Church St S · Concord, NC 28025
Exactly what it sounds like — a classic, no-frills neighborhood bar on Church Street. Cold beer, familiar faces, and none of the pretense. Dive Bar has been a Church Street staple for years and pulls a loyal crowd who appreciate the simplicity. Sometimes the best night out is the one you didn't plan.
Nearby: Pump Social · Benny DaCorsa's for pizza after
Visit divebarnc.com →
Complete Listing · Entertainment Downtown Concord NC

Every Spot, Every Night

From the arcade basement to the theatre stage, here's the full picture of nightlife and things to do in downtown Concord NC.

🕹️ Arcade & Games
🕹️ Basement Arcade Bar Arcade / Bar · SWU 14 Union St S 🎮 Buzz City Games TCG / Tabletop · NEU 4 Union St N ⛳ Mulligans Golf Club Golf Simulators / Bar · Barbrick 12 Barbrick Ave SW
🍺 Taprooms & Bars
🍺 Borinquen Brews Taproom Taproom / Karaoke · Spring St 82 Spring St SW ✈️ First-N-Flights Taproom & Lounge Taproom / Lounge · District Exchange 22 Union St N 🍸 Pump Social Social Bar · Church St 24 Church St NE 🍻 Dive Bar Bar · Church St 14 Church St S 🍻 Concord Trading Post Bar / Local Bottle Shop · SEU 37 Union St S 🎸 Lil Robert's Place Bar / Live Music · SEU 25 Union St S
🏃 Streakers Running Bar Running Store / Bar · SEU 3 Union St S
🎭 Arts & Live Performance
🎭 Old Courthouse Theatre Live Theatre · Spring St 49 Spring St NW 🎨 Cabarrus Arts Council Arts / Events / Concerts · SEU 65 Union St S
Downtown Concord NC · Things to Do After Dark

The Scene

The Cellar Door, downtown Concord NC
The Dive Bar, downtown Concord NC
Flywheel digital display on Union Street
Buzz City Games storefront, downtown Concord NC
Kinetic, downtown Concord NC
Inside Havanna Warehouse, glass doors at the back
Onsite Halcyon at Spring and Cabarrus
Busso rooftop, downtown Concord NC
Pump Social on Church Street, downtown Concord NC
Union Street patio social scene with the OG sign and district directory
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Endless Night.

Arcade games, craft taprooms, golf simulators, and live theatre — all within a few minutes of each other in downtown Concord NC. Park once on Union Street and let the night take you wherever.

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Purple Star Signs, Inc.
📍 32 Union St S · Concord, NC 28025 · www.purplestarsigns.com
Purple Star Signs at 32 Union St S —There is Free Customer Parking in the rear. Put in 29 Market St SW, it is the parking lot beside Mac Tabby. This resource is for anyone not familiar with the businesses that are open on a daily basis in downtown Concord, NC We have made ourselves available most Saturdays but not ready to set hours, Otherwise 8:30-4:30 M-F. Signs, Banners, Design, Vehicle Graphics, Business Branding and Web Design are just some of the things we can help you with — come in and talk to a real person.

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People Also Ask

Entertainment in Downtown Concord NC — Answered

What is there to do in downtown Concord NC at night?
Downtown Concord NC has a solid nightlife lineup within walking distance on Union Street. Basement Arcade Bar at 14 Union St S has arcade games and a full bar. Pump Social at 24 Church St NE is a lively social bar. Dive Bar at 14 Church St S is a classic neighborhood bar. First-N-Flights Taproom inside District Exchange has craft beer flights. Borinquen Brews on Spring Street has taproom drinks and karaoke nights. Lil Robert's Place at 25 Union St S and Concord Trading Post at 37 Union St S round out the bar scene.
What entertainment is in downtown Concord NC?
Basement Arcade Bar at 14 Union St S has retro and modern arcade games with drinks. Buzz City Games at 4 Union St N is a trading card and tabletop gaming store. Mulligans Golf Club at 12 Barbrick Ave SW has indoor golf simulators and a bar. Old Courthouse Theatre at 49 Spring St NW performs live theatre year-round. The Cabarrus Arts Council at 65 Union St S hosts events and concerts at the historic courthouse.
Are there taprooms in downtown Concord NC?
Yes — several. First-N-Flights Taproom at District Exchange, 22 Union St N, has craft beer flights in a lounge setting. Borinquen Brews Taproom at 82 Spring St SW is a Puerto Rican-influenced taproom with karaoke nights. Concord Trading Post at 37 Union St S is a local bottle shop and bar. Cellar Door Wine Shop at 2 Union St S offers wine tastings. Press & Porter and Lil Robert's Place both have full bars. All are walkable from free parking on Union Street in downtown Concord NC.
Is there live music in downtown Concord NC?
Live music shows up in downtown Concord NC regularly. Lil Robert's Place at 25 Union St S hosts live music events. Borinquen Brews on Spring Street has live entertainment and karaoke nights. The Cabarrus Arts Council at 65 Union St S hosts concerts and cultural events in the historic courthouse space. Rotary Square at Union and Cabarrus also hosts outdoor community events and street concerts during warmer months. Check venue websites for current schedules.
Is downtown Concord NC worth visiting for a night out?
It is, especially for people coming from Charlotte or Harrisburg. Everything is within a short walk — you can do arcade games at Basement Arcade Bar, grab food at Havana Carolina or Hawthorne's Pizza, hit Borinquen Brews for taproom drinks, and walk back to your car without moving it. Golf simulators at Mulligans on Barbrick Ave add another option. Live theatre at the Old Courthouse Theatre rounds it out for a more planned evening. Downtown Concord NC punches well above its size for things to do on a Friday or Saturday night.