Old Town Cornelius - OTC, Charlotte, NC (2026)

The Old Town Cornelius (OTC) area is becoming a hub for a vibrant and flourishing arts scene just outside of Charlotte, NC. It is a destination for culture of all kinds: from boutique stores and bottle shops, to farm-to-fork restaurants, popular local breweries, live music venues, area history and outdoor greenways & parks. The Old Town Cornelius (OTC) Inc organization is now a 501c3. OTC members

live and work in Cornelius. They plan to develop programs and activities to further enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors. One function is hosting Community Forum Meetings open to residents and businesses to informally discuss important issues with representatives of the Town of Cornelius. Other OTC areas of interest for upcoming programs and projects will be arts and culture including LKN Creatives, history, healthy lifestyle, OTC kids amd collaborations with other businesses and non-profits. To find out more information, visit our website at www.oldtowncornelius.com

06/14/2026

BINGO’S BACK this Thursday! 🎉

Looking for a fun night out that also supports a great cause?

Join us Thursday night for OTC Community Bingo at the Old Town Event Center! We’ve got awesome prizes from local favorites including Barley Market, Cool Fish, Another 9, B&K Tea Cafe, Town Hall Provisions, Peach Cobbler Factory, Nina’s Boutique, and more — plus cash prizes! 💰

Bring the family, grab some food from the food truck, and get ready for a night of laughs, friendly competition, and community fun.

🎨 Best part? Every card purchased helps fund a brand-new mural project in Old Town Cornelius.

📍 Old Town Event Center
🗓 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM

Play for fun. Play for prizes. Play for Old Town. ❤️

Tag your bingo crew below! 👇

06/09/2026

📸 A picture is worth 1,000 words • Cornelius lost a legend this week • James Edward Conard Jr. passed peacefully the morning of June 02, 2026 at age 78.

Jack was known as the town historian due to his extensive photo collection and the countless stories he documented throughout the years.

But to most, he was known simply as a friend.

While his photographs preserved the memories of our town, it was the way he treated people that left the greatest impression.

If true kindness had an illustration in the dictionary, there would be a picture of Jack’s eyes.

If selfless compassion had a tone, it would be the sound of Jack’s voice.

As Maya Angelou famously said, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

And Jack made us feel loved.

For that, he will be deeply missed, fondly remembered, and forever woven into the story of our history.

Celebration of Life • Saturday June 20 • 11:30am-4pm
• Gather outside • US Navy Ceremony 12pm 🇺🇸 •
• Celebration and meal indoors of Legion Hall to follow •
📍 American Legion Post 86
21215 Legion St

Jam for Jack • Sunday July 12 • 4-9pm
• Calling all musicians and music lovers 🎶 for a benefit concert and get-together • bring a covered dish•
• proceeds to be donated to Cornelius History Museum for a permanent Conard Collection exhibit •
📍 Old Town Event Center
19725 Oak St, Suite 3

06/04/2026

What a great Old Town Business Collective meetup last night! 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who came out and to for hosting us in their awesome upstairs space.

The momentum in Old Town is real. Between new businesses, new events, exciting projects, and all the collaboration happening behind the scenes, there’s a lot to be excited about right now. The energy in the room was a great reminder of what happens when local business owners, community leaders, and supporters come together.

If you’ve been meaning to join us, this is your sign. 😊

Mark your calendar for our next meetup on Wednesday, July 8 (we’re shifting one week because of the holiday). Normally, we meet the first Wednesday of every month.

Come meet some great people, hear what’s happening around town, and be part of the conversation. We’d love to have you there! 🍻✨

06/03/2026

Jackie Conard Jr., whose collections of photographs and stories helped preserve Cornelius history for generations of residents, died Tuesday. He was 78. Conard was widely known for documenting the town's past through an extensive collection of photographs and artifacts. His work chronicled Cornelius...

05/31/2026

🍻 Old Town Business Collective Cocktail Hour 🍻

Join us this Wednesday, June 3 from 5–7 PM upstairs at Barley Market for our monthly gathering of Old Town businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders.

Whether you’re a business owner, organization leader, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about the future of Old Town Cornelius, this is a great opportunity to connect, collaborate, share ideas, and build relationships that strengthen our downtown district.

No formal agenda. No membership required. Just good conversation, community connections, and a chance to meet the people helping shape Old Town.

📍 Barley Market Upstairs
🗓 Wednesday, June 3
⏰ 5–7 PM

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+17046657409

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