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Celebrate NC Beer Month and earn prizes with the free mobile passport
CONCORD, N.C. (October 2, 2023) – With the start of North Carolina Beer Month, Explore Cabarrus celebrates the official launch of Cabarrus County’s new beverage trail, Explore and Pour. The free, incentivized mobile passport program guides visitors to craft beverage experiences across the destination including breweries, wineries, a cidery, distillery and more.
“This destination is home to so many incredible makers and small business owners and we’re excited to further showcase their passion and expertise through the new trail,” says Cabarrus County CVB President and CEO Donna Carpenter. “We’re thrilled to see how locals and visitors utilize this free passport to discover and rediscover why Cabarrus is such a great place to explore through our vibrant beer, wine and spirits scene.”
Explore & Pour was created in partnership with travel technology platform Bandwango. Users can sign up online by visiting ExploreCabarrus.com or by scanning the QR found in the free Cabarrus County, NC Destination Guide to receive a mobile passport via text or email. No app download is required and once signed in, participants can check-in at participating locations on their mobile device. Each check-in earns points that can later be redeemed for prizes at the Cabarrus County Visitor Center located at 10099 Weddington Road Ext., Suite 102 in Concord.
Along with the full list of Explore and Pour participants, find inspiration and helpful resources for planning an adventure in Cabarrus County during the fall season and beyond at ExploreCabarrus.com.
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Photo (from left to right): Mike Downs, Cabarrus County Government/Cabarrus County CVB Board of Directors; Matt Widerman, Vortex Bottle Shop; Wit Tuttell, Visit North Carolina; Joel Padgett, Twenty-Six Acres Brewing Company; Donna Carpenter, Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau; Steve Steinbacher, Cabarrus Brewing Company/Cabarrus County CVB Board of Directors; Mayor Jennifer Teague, Town of Harrisburg; Mayor Bill Dusch, City of Concord; Emily Burkhart, Southern Grace Distilleries; Dr. Allen Dobson, Southern Grace Distilleries/Old Well Brewery.
About the Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau
As a globally recognized destination marketing organization through Destination International’s Accreditation Program (DMAP), the CCCVB is dedicated to promoting Cabarrus County as a visitor destination and enhancing the complete visitor experience. We also represent and support the interests of the local tourism industry and promote public awareness of the importance of tourism. In 2022, tourism generated $566.74 million in visitor spending, $157.8 million in payroll, $37.7 million in state and local taxes and 4,410 jobs. For more, visit CabCoCVB.com or connect with Explore Cabarrus on social media.
About Cabarrus County, NC
Cabarrus County is in south-central North Carolina in the Piedmont region, about 20 minutes north of Uptown Charlotte. The area encompasses five municipalities: the cities of Concord and Kannapolis, and towns of Harrisburg, Midland and Mt. Pleasant. Known as a hub of engaging experiences, Cabarrus County is home to premier motorsports entertainment, shopping, family-friendly attractions, outdoor adventures, historic sites, charming downtowns, and more.
Media Contacts:
Julie Hinson
Cabarrus County CVB
JulieHinson@ExploreCabarrus.com
704-575-9379
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