Great Things to Do in Lewisville and Clemmons

from FC 2017

The Life of Live Music

BY MEGAN TAYLOR

Lewisville and Clemmons are two towns, similar in size and location, but with lots of unique things to do with family and friends. We’ve compiled a go-to guide for all things including shopping, good eats, and more in the neighboring communities. Trust me – it was hard to narrow the list down.

GOOD EATS SHOPPING ENTERTAINMENT

CLEMMONS

• Cherries Café – Known for its famous salad dressing, Cherries Café is a locally family owned restaurant.

Their menu also includes chicken pie, caramel cake, and other homemade meals.

CLEMMONS • Vendors at Village Farmers Market CLEMMONS

• Movie Night in the Village - Free admission! Bring

• Clemmons Kitchen – Open seven days a week, Clemmons Kitchen has a menu with a little of everything, including all-day breakfast options. Local farmers come together every Saturday morning during April through October with the freshest produce for the community. Also, artisans and their products are featured once a month.

LEWISVILLE

your family and join your neighbors and friends for a movie under the stars! All movies will begin at sunset at the Jerry Long YMCA. Come early to enjoy the playgrounds, fields, and food trucks.

LEWISVILLE

• Music Concerts Under the Stars – Come to

Shallowford Square for a great night of music, fun, and community fellowship.

• Outdoor Movie Nights – Also located in Shallowford

Square, family and friends can enjoy classic movies outside. Movies are scheduled between

April and September, with concessions available.

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• Liberty Family Restaurant – First opened in 1986, Liberty Family Restaurant is your go-to place for home-style meals at affordable prices and a friendly, family-like atmosphere.

In fact, Mayor Mike Horn stated,

“If you want to catch up on what is going on in Lewisville, you go to

Liberty Restaurant.” • The Coffee Mill – This quaint coffee shop is the perfect place to catch up with friends and grab a cup of joe. Also, The Coffee Mill is home to local art, pottery, and jewelry from local artists.

AMAZING PARKS

• The Sparrow’s Nest – Perfect for vintage lovers, The Sparrow’s

Nest is locally owned and full of sweet treasures and unique finds.

CLEMMONS

• Village Point Greenway – Opened in 2015, this greenway is a go-to spot in Clemmons for a walk or run. There are connecting greenways, trails, bike-friendly paths, and a hot fishing spot.

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• Jack Warren Park – Filled with tons of activities, Jack Warren Park is equipped for locals of all ages.

The park includes two bocce ball courts, two horseshoe pits, a large multi-purpose field, a walking trail with a Par Course and a large pavilion.

• Shallowford Square – Home to multiple year-round events,

Shallowford Square is located in the heart of Lewisville. Various entertainment programs are held at the pavilion, and the playground is a great place for families to hang out.

ANNUAL FESTIVALS

CLEMMONS

• North Carolina Wine Festival – Every year, Tanglewood Park hosts the local wine festival. Live music, food vendors, and exhibitors are all part of this one-day festival. • Clemmons Ice Cream Festival – I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream on a hot summer day. This annual event first started in 2015 and included an Ice Cream Freeze-Off competition.

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• Street Party and Food Truck Festival – Enjoy dinner among the various food trucks and a night full of music. This event is also great for newcomers to get to know the lively spirit of their town.

SEASONAL ATTRACTIONS

CLEMMONS

• Festival of Lights – Over a million individual lights make up over one hundred light displays and four miles of holiday joy. Enjoy a stop in the gift store and say hi to Santa and Mrs. Claus while there.

LEWISVILLE

• Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade – Sponsored by the Lewisville Civic Club, this annual event welcomes the holiday spirit into town. Hot chocolate, cookies, caroling, and a visit from

Santa make the event an annual yearly tradition. • 4th of July Fireworks – The community of Lewisville celebrates our nation’s birthday with a bang with their annual fireworks show.

GREAT WINERIES

CLEMMONS

• RayLen Vineyards and Winery – Located approximately 20 minutes away,

RayLen Vineyards and Winery is a favorite among the locals, complete with 16 award-winning wines.

LEWISVILLE

• Medaloni Cellars – Right in the heart of the Yadkin Valley, this winery is known for their signature wines, twenty-two acres of beautiful scenery, and their overnight cabin accommodations.