May Newsletter

Friday after 5 concert series - FRIDAY MAY 1st

Friday After 5 is Back! Kick Off the Summer Season in Downtown Statesville

The wait is over! This Friday, Downtown Statesville officially kicks off the new season of the Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series. Get ready for an evening of live music, local food, and a vibrant community atmosphere right in the heart of the city. 

We are starting the season strong with the sound of Appalachian rock from Big Daddy Love, with Lochlann Kilburn’s Celtic, Indie, and alternative rock setting the stage as our opening act.

What’s New: The Maker’s Market

We are thrilled to introduce the Maker’s Market this year! Hosted by The Local Collective, Maker's Market situated on green space provided by Broad Street United Methodist Church adjacent to the concert area, brings a curated selection of handmade arts and crafts to the concert experience. Be sure to browse the unique local booths while you enjoy the music. 

Event Details

• When: The first Friday of each month (May – October, excluding July).
• Time: Festivities begin at 5:30 PM with food and drink vendors; music continues throughout the evening, closing at 8:30 PM.
• Where: West Broad Street, in front of Mitchell Community College.
• Cost: FREE to the public! 

Whether you’re looking for the perfect after-work hangout or a family-friendly night out, we have something for everyone. Grab your lawn chairs, invite your friends, and settle in for a night of food trucks, local beer and wine, and great tunes.

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors

This community tradition is made possible by the incredible support of our local partners:

• Headline Sponsor: Piedmont HealthCare
• Presenting Sponsors: City of Statesville, Flow Automotive, DENSO
• Entertainment Sponsors: Randy Marion Automotive, Active Waste Solutions
• Street Party Sponsors: Howard, Hanna, Tate Real Estate, Kewaunee Scientific Corporation, Iredell Free News, Ripple Fiber
• Community Supporters: WAME Radio, HomeRun Markets, Mitchell Community College
• Partner Organizations: Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, Iredell Arts Council

Friday After 5 continues to be Statesville’s most anticipated community event. We can’t wait to kick off the weekend with you!

Downtown Statesville Wine Walk Draws Strong Crowd Saturday

Downtown Statesville was buzzing with energy this past Saturday as locals and visitors turned out in large numbers for a successful spring Wine Walk.

Participants strolled through downtown shops and businesses, sampling a variety of wines while enjoying exclusive specials, live music, and a relaxed, social atmosphere. The event brought steady foot traffic throughout the afternoon and evening (despite the rain), creating a vibrant scene across the district. The Wine Walk continues to serve as a key event for supporting small businesses while giving attendees a fun and interactive way to explore downtown.

In addition to the wine tastings, guests enjoyed pairing opportunities, small bites, and pop-up experiences that added to the overall charm of the event. Welcoming downtown businesses and a lively crowd helped make this one of the more successful Wine Walks in recent memory.

Events like the Wine Walk highlight the growing appeal of Downtown Statesville as a destination for entertainment, shopping, and community connection.

With another successful event in the books, organizers and businesses alike are already looking ahead to future downtown events that continue to bring people together.

A special thank you to our sponsors and the many volunteers who make Wine Walk possible!

Griffin Insurance (Leavitt Elite Insurance Advisors)

Wine Maestro

Jenkins Cleaners

Alarm South

Alan G. Carpenter, PA

ICATS

HomeRun Markets