At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, your smile is our passion. Our orthodontists provide you with the best care possible in Kannapolis, all from a stress-free, comfortable setting. We know how much of a difference a beautiful smile can make, which is why we are so passionate about giving our clients a smile they love forever.
Having served metro Kannapolis for years, we know that no two patients have the same orthodontic needs. That's why we offer a variety of treatment options to correct each patient's unique concerns, along with payment plans that make braces affordable for every family. You can rest easy knowing that our team specializes in the latest innovations in the field of orthodontics. This allows us to treat our patients in the most efficient, affordable, and aesthetically pleasing ways possible.
A few of our orthodontic treatment options in Kannapolis include:
- Invisalign®
- Invisalign® Teen
- Clear Braces
- Traditional Braces
- Early Treatment
- Adult Treatment
If you're looking for an orthodontist in Kannapolis, NC, who is professional, trustworthy, and compassionate, look no further than Chad Johnson Orthodontics. Your pathway to a beautiful smile starts by choosing the treatment options best for your lifestyle.
Invisalign Treatment in Kannapolis, NC
Over the last few years, Invisalign has become one of the most effective and popular orthodontic treatments in North Carolina. If you're looking for a comfortable, convenient, and discreet way to realign your teeth, Invisalign should be at the top of your list.
What Is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a treatment used by the best orthodontists in Kannapolis. It straightens patients' teeth without the metal components of traditional braces. Invisalign works by using a variety of custom trays that cover your teeth. These trays gently pull your teeth into proper alignment over time. Each custom tray brings your teeth closer to their final position, resulting in a beautiful smile. Unlike braces, treatment times typically don't exceed two years. Once treatment is complete, you may need a retainer to maintain your new, healthy teeth alignment.
Since they are clear, most patients find Invisalign less noticeable than traditional braces. Unlike metal braces, you can remove Invisalign trays while eating. That way, you don't have to worry about damaging your investment with certain foods like chewing gum. And unlike metal braces, Invisalign options are popular with people of all ages, from teens to adults.
Invisalign works well for patients who have:
- Spaced or gapped teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Overcrowded teeth
- Underbites, crossbites, and overbites
How Does Invisalign Work?
For most patients, Invisalign involves a streamlined, three-step process:
- 1 Initial Consultation - You consult with your Invisalign orthodontist in Kannapolis, NC. During this meeting, your doctor will take a 3D digital scan of your teeth. Once complete, they will create a custom, comprehensive treatment plan to achieve your goals. The best part? Before you leave, they will give you a sneak peek at what your new smile will look like.
- 2 First Fitting - After your Invisalign consultation at Chad Johnson Orthodontics, we will make sure your custom aligners fit properly. If you have any questions, your first fitting is a great time to ask. Before you leave, your doctor will let you know what to expect in the coming weeks and months. Treatment completion times will vary, but many patients see results in only a few weeks. During this time frame, you will check in with your orthodontist regularly.
- 3Love Your Smile - Once your Invisalign treatment is finished, it's time to show off your shiny new smile to friends, family, and loved ones! Before you wrap up treatment, ask your orthodontist if you need to use a retainer to maintain your newly straightened teeth. After all, the last thing you want is for your teeth to shift gradually back into their original positions.
Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces - Which is Right for You?
With so many innovating teeth straightening options in North Carolina, it can be hard to settle on the best treatment choice for your needs. At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, one of our most asked questions usually involves which treatment is better: traditional braces or Invisalign? Since every patient has different goals and needs, that question isn't always easy to answer.
A younger patient with slightly crooked teeth might benefit from the discreet features of Invisalign. Conversely, an older patient with a severe underbite might benefit more from the reliability of traditional braces.
Keep in mind the following points, which will give you a great knowledge base for orthodontic consultation:
Are They Removable? Invisalign trays can be removed. Traditional braces cannon.
Treatment Length: Invisalign treatment can last from six months to two years. Treatment times for traditional braces usually last from one to three years. Each time frame can vary depending on the severity of the patient's teeth problems.
Orthodontic Visits: With Invisalign, patients visit their Invisalign dentist in Kannapolis, NC, every three months. Patients can expect to visit every month or every other month when choosing metal braces.
Cleaning: Regular brushing and flossing is recommended for Invisalign patients. A specialized floss threading tool and regular brushing and flossing are recommended for patients with traditional braces.
Benefits: Invisalign is comfortable and discreet. Because trays are removable, there are no food restrictions involved. Traditional braces offer consistent progress, are effective for severe cases, have great reliability, and can be the best choice for patients who are sticking to a strict budget. Ready to learn more about Invisalign from Chad Johnson Orthodontics? Our knowledgeable customer service team is ready and waiting to answer your questions. When you're ready to move forward, we'll get you scheduled for your first consultation. Before you know it, you'll be fitted for Invisalign and on your way to earning a gorgeous smile.
Adult Orthodontic Treatment in Kannapolis, NC
Are you craving a beautiful smile but feel like the time has passed for metal braces? You wouldn't be the first adult to ask that question, and you won't be the last. However, the truth is that roughly 25% of our orthodontic patients are adults, not children. At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, you're never too old for braces!
We want you to know that a stunning, healthy smile is attainable no matter how many birthdays you've had. Our orthodontist in Kannapolis, NC, offers braces that are perfect for busy working adults. If you decide that adult braces are the way to go, you have plenty of options to consider.
From traditional metal braces that offer reliable results to more popular Invisalign treatments, a new smile is more attainable than you might imagine. During your initial visit at Chad Johnson Orthodontics, your doctor will review all of your treatment options and help you choose a plan best suited to your needs.
Benefits of Adult Braces
Just about everybody understands that a straighter smile is more appealing aesthetically than having unhealthy teeth. However, not everyone knows that properly aligned teeth actually improve your overall oral health. Here are just a few reasons why so many adults in Kannapolis are changing the way they think about using adult braces:
Better Oral Health: When you have bad oral hygiene, there are a number of concerning health risks to consider. Misaligned teeth can cause bacteria to build up. Over time, harmful bacteria wreak havoc on your teeth, creating problems like tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease. Thankfully, orthodontic treatments are available that can help avoid severe tooth decay, gum recession, and bone loss. You can even reduce and prevent irregular tooth enamel loss stemming from TMD and TMJ.
More Confidence: If you're feeling self-conscious about how your teeth look, you're the only one. Millions of Americans aren't happy with their oral aesthetics. Luckily, adult braces help restore confidence and can give you a smile you're proud to show off. Studies show that when you like the way your teeth look, you'll be more likely to smile. This simple act reduces stress, makes you feel happier, and can even improve your mental health. Plus, it makes people around you feel great too!
Enjoy More Foods: If you have never had serious oral issues, you might not know that eating can be painful with misaligned teeth. Adult braces can straighten your teeth and correct under and overbites for patients with severely crooked or crowded teeth. When you don't have to worry about painful chewing or biting, life is better, and you can enjoy the experience of eating any delicious meal you'd like.
Less Bad Breath: Few things are nastier than someone talking to you with bad breath. We've all been there, but it is never any less embarrassing when someone tries to subtlety offer you a mint. What most folks don't know is that misaligned teeth and bad breath go hand-in-hand. When your teeth are overcrowded or crooked, bacteria find their way between your teeth where toothbrushes can't reach. Over time, that bacteria builds up, and your breath begins to smell. When left unchecked, these bacteria can cause serious oral health problems.
Improved Speech: Having crooked teeth can make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. Unfortunately, they can also affect your day-to-day speech. If you're having problems pronouncing words because your teeth are severely misaligned, adult braces can legitimately change your life. This fact is especially true for working professionals who take part in Zoom calls, speak publicly, or work over the phone. If this sounds like you, speak to our trusted Invisalign orthodontist in Kannapolis, NC, about discreet ways to improve your speech and oral health at the same time.
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Your child's early and teen years are a great time to consider braces. According to The American Association of Orthodontists, the best time for a child to have their first orthodontic treatment is by seven. With early orthodontic treatment, you have the chance to find and correct oral issues before they become more serious. Doing so gives your child a leg-up on other kids their age while saving you time and money in the long run.
The primary goal of early orthodontic treatments is to:
- Spot the possible oral issue
- Eliminate the cause
- Oversee jaw and facial growth
- Ensure adult teeth develop properly
Depending on how your child's teeth develop, they may need additional orthodontic care after their permanent teeth have formed.
A few common orthodontic problems that may require treatment for children include:
- Excessively spaced teeth
- Extra teeth
- Missing teeth
- Extremely crowded teeth
- Teeth that do not meet properly or don't meet at all
- Pacifier, finger, or thumb-sucking that affects your child's jaw or teeth growth
- Underbites - this occurs when your child's front lower teeth are ahead of their front upper teeth.
- Crossbites - this happens when your child's jaw shifts to one side.
The best way to learn whether your child will need early treatment is to consult with your orthodontist in Kannapolis, NC. Dr. Johnson, Dr. Martin C. Avey, Dr. Alexandra D. Best, and Dr. Neal Patel are all highly trained to spot subtle problems, even in children under ten. During your child's initial consultation, you can expect one of three outcomes:
- There is a problem that child braces may correct while your child is younger.
- Treatment may be necessary in the future. Our team will keep an eye on your child's oral health each time they visit.
- There is no treatment necessary at this age
If early orthodontic treatment is needed, we will create a personalized treatment plan for your child so you know exactly what lies ahead.
Brace Yourself for an Amazing Smile with Chad Johnson Orthodontics
Our orthodontic practice in Kannapolis does things a little differently than others. Our doctors want to get to know you, your family, and your oral health goals. With more than 30 years of combined experience, we know that each smile our doctors help create is as unique as the person it belongs to.
That's why our practice offers several orthodontic solutions customized to your individual orthodontic needs. If you're a new patient, we know you probably have important questions that need answers. That's why new patients always receive a complimentary orthodontic consultation, so you can learn about the best treatment options for your budget and lifestyle.
At the end of the day, our goal is to make access to orthodontic treatment as available, effective, and easy as possible. Come experience why so many children, teens, and adults trust Chad Johnson Orthodontics with their oral health needs. We'd love to get to know you and your smile better today!
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Lowes Foods plans Kannapolis debut, with another store opening soon in the Charlotte area
Catherine Muccigrossohttps://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/business/whats-in-store/article270943037.html
A North Carolina grocery chain continues to expand in the Charlotte market, this time with a store planned in Kannapolis. A Concord store also is expected to open soon.Lowes Foods will open a 50,887-square-foot store at Kellswater Commons in Kannapolis, according to the Winston-Salem-based ...
A North Carolina grocery chain continues to expand in the Charlotte market, this time with a store planned in Kannapolis. A Concord store also is expected to open soon.
Lowes Foods will open a 50,887-square-foot store at Kellswater Commons in Kannapolis, according to the Winston-Salem-based grocer.
Lowes Foods has three Charlotte-area locations, in Mooresville, Harrisburg and Huntersville. It competes with other North Carolina chains like Harris Teeter based in Matthews and Food Lion in Salisbury, as well as Florida-based Publix, German discount grocers Lidl and Aldi, and Asheville specialty grocer Earth Fare.
The 25-acre Lowes Foods site at Kannapolis Parkway and Rogers Lake Road is adjacent to Kellswater Bridge, a planned 370-acre residential development, according to developer MVP Properties’ website.
Lowes Foods did not say when the store will open or provide more information.
The shopping center site plan shows two retail spaces, each 6,250 square feet, sharing the supermarket’s parking lot. There also are several commercial outparcels surrounding Lowes Foods.
The first phase of the project is expected to break ground later this year, developer MVP Properties said in a news release Wednesday.
The competition to capture grocery shoppers’ dollars is steep in the Charlotte market, where Walmart and Harris Teeter consistently rank at the top.
The Kannapolis store is part of a large development that includes 10 outparcels from 1 acre to nearly 9 acres surrounding the center, and Georgetown Crossings, a 142-unit townhome community, next door, site plans show. The future Northwest Cabarrus High School is across Kannapolis Parkway, plans show.
Last February, Lowes Foods debuted its Huntersville store in the former Earth Fare site at 14021 Boren St. with a food-hall style design and an entertainment area for parties, live music, classes and game nights, the Observer previously reported. It was a first-of-its-kind store for Lowes.
And, the Kannapolis store isn’t Lowes Foods’ only store planned in fast-growing Cabarrus County.
A 52-000-square-foot store will anchor the 17-acre Christenbury Village shopping center in Concord when it opens early this year, The Charlotte Observer previously reported. The site is within a mile of Concord Mills.
Lowes Foods plans to open another store near Charlotte on Possum Hollow Road in Indian Land, S.C., the company said in a news release Tuesday. Other expansion plans include Aiken, S.C., and Pittsboro, N.C. The company did not say when the stores are expected to open or provide other information.
Those three stores, as well as Concord and Kannapolis, are in various stages of planning and construction, Tim Lowe, Lowes Foods president and head of retail for parent company Alex Lee said in a statement Tuesday.
Lowes Foods also has been expanding in new markets like Greenville, Columbia and Charleston, all in South Carolina.
Just over a decade ago, Lowes Foods began pulling out of Charlotte, swapping stores with Harris Teeter and closing underperforming stores in 2014, as part of a reinvestment strategy in new stores and remodeling others.
The 67-year-old company has almost 9,000 employees at 80 Lowes Foods supermarkets in the Carolinas. Lowes Foods is a subsidiary of Alex Lee, based in Hickory.
Several other supermarkets recently have opened or are expanding in the Charlotte region:
▪ In December, International grocer Super G Mart opened its third and largest North Carolina store at 10500 Centrum Parkway in Pineville. A food hall will open in the spring, plus there will be a full-service restaurant and more retail.
▪ In November, California-based online grocer Food Rocket made its East Coast debut operating from within two Circle K stores in Charlotte at 8505 S. Tryon St. and 8008 Harris Station Blvd. The new concept offers delivery within a half hour for a 6-mile radius.
▪ In November, Food Lion, based in Salisbury, opened a store in Cleveland and in June at 5939 Weddington Road, in a former Harris Teeter location in Charlotte. Last January, Food Lion opened at 2201 West W. T. Harris Blvd., also in a former Harris Teeter location, in Charlotte.
▪ In May, Lidl, discount German grocery opened its 10th store, at 11200 Carmel Commons Boulevard.
▪ Publix, based in Florida, is planning several store openings: Clear Creek Crossings at Albemarle and Rocky River Church roads in Charlotte; The Colony at Sharon and Colony roads in SouthPark; Harris Farms Shopping Center at Coddle Creek Highway and Kistler Farm Road in Mooresville; North Creek Village at Sam Furr and Davidson Concord roads in Huntersville; 10 Tryon building at Tryon and Ninth streets in uptown; and Arboretum at Providence and Pineville-Matthews Roads.
This story was originally published January 10, 2023, 5:52 AM.
We’re Building “STEAM” In Kannapolis
kannapolisnc.govhttps://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/News/ID/2163/Were-Building-STEAM-In-Kannapolis
We’re Building STEAM is coming to Kannapolis in April. Join us for three fun family events on April 22, 26, and 27, as we celebrate (STEAM) - Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.The Building STEAM Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22 at the North Carolina Research Campus Horseshoe, 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis. The event is free and will include activities for children, teenagers, and parents – both indoors and outdoors on the campus.Bring your lab coats and get your hands dirty with han...
We’re Building STEAM is coming to Kannapolis in April. Join us for three fun family events on April 22, 26, and 27, as we celebrate (STEAM) - Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math.
The Building STEAM Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22 at the North Carolina Research Campus Horseshoe, 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis. The event is free and will include activities for children, teenagers, and parents – both indoors and outdoors on the campus.
Bring your lab coats and get your hands dirty with hands-on art and design, chemistry, life sciences, earth and space sciences and mathematics activities, experiments, and projects.
You will be able to join our partners:
Cabarrus Health Alliance
Come learn about nutrition with Cabarrus Health Alliance! We'll talk about our Healthy Living initiatives using hands-on activities such as our sugar and salt shocker kits, portion plates, and many other engaging models.
NC State Plants for Human Health Institute
Complete a STEM activity with information about microgreens, how to grow them, their health benefits, and a take-home project.
UNC Nutrition Research Institute
Come visit the UNC Nutrition Research Institute for a taste test! Learn how genetics can affect how certain foods taste to us. Our "tongues-on" activity will allow your curiosity to be stimulated along with your taste buds.
You will interact with our research staff to explore how individual differences play a part in our day-to-day choices. Participants may leave with some new ideas and recipes for healthy foods to try at home. Children will be encouraged to express their "artistic taste preferences" on the Cheatham Nutrition & Cognition Lab's Trail of Taste through sidewalk chalk creations.
Other activities are planned by the Concord Lake Steam Academy, Cabarrus Beekeepers, Schiele Museum, Art by Nicolina, and Duke CTSI.
There will be food vendors, kid’s fun zone, a climbing wall, performances by Cirq-u, and much more.
Two additional free STEAM events will be held during the month of April in Kannapolis.
April 26 – 4- 5 p.m.
Cabarrus County Library, Kannapolis Branch, 850 Mountain Street, Kannapolis
Deep Space Adventure: We're blasting off on our first Star Academy Adventure! Unfortunately, no one calculated for that wormhole, and we've crash landed on an alien planet. It's time to put our STEAM skills to the test! We'll explore, investigate, and build...will we survive?
April 27 – 5 -7 p.m.,
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, Advanced Technology Center, John Snow Road
Join us as we open the doors to our new Advanced Technology Center. During this evening event, you'll be able to tour our state-of-the-art science labs and healthcare spaces while our amazing faculty and students lead you in hands-on activities and inspire you to get excited about STEAM!
Cabarrus Co. commission chair under investigation by SBI
Michael Praatshttps://www.wbtv.com/2023/05/02/cabarrus-co-commission-chair-under-investigation-by-sbi/
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (WBTV) - The Chairman of the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, Steve Morris, is under investigation by the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation.The N.C. State Bureau of Investigation confirmed its probe into Chairman Steve Morris in an email stating the Chairman is being investigated for allegations of collusion and fraud.The SBI’s statement confirming the investigation did not contain any details or specifics about the allegations against Morris.“In January of 2023, the SBI received a re...
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (WBTV) - The Chairman of the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, Steve Morris, is under investigation by the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation.
The N.C. State Bureau of Investigation confirmed its probe into Chairman Steve Morris in an email stating the Chairman is being investigated for allegations of collusion and fraud.
The SBI’s statement confirming the investigation did not contain any details or specifics about the allegations against Morris.
“In January of 2023, the SBI received a request from the District Attorney to investigate allegations of potential collusion and fraud involving the Chairman of the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners. The investigation remains ongoing,” SBI Public Information Director Anjanette Grube wrote in an email.
In a phone interview with WBTV, Morris said he wasn’t aware of the investigation until WBTV reached out to him.
Morris said he had not been contacted by the SBI or Cabarrus County District Attorney Ashlie Stanley regarding the investigation.
“I don’t know anything about it and so I don’t have anything to say about it,” Morris said.
Morris speculated the investigation could be related to someone disgruntled about his work on the Board of Commissioners.
WBTV also emailed DA Stanley about her referral to the SBI. She has not responded to WBTV’s request for an interview.
Morris has been an elected member of the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners since 2012. He was re-appointed Chair of the County Commission last December in a 3-2 vote with Commissioners Barbara Strang and Chris Measmer voting in opposition. Commissioners Morris, Lynn Shue and Kenneth Wortman voted in support of his appointment.
In addition to his elected office, Morris has owned and operated the Gem Theatre in Kannapolis for more than a decade. While the building is owned by City of Kannapolis, public records show Morris owns the operations of the theatre and has served as either the President or Vice-President of the Gem Theatre, Inc. since 1996.
In June 2022, Kannapolis City Council approved a resolution to purchase Gem Theatre, Inc. from Morris. The city would acquire all stock and assets of Morris’ company in a “fee-for-service” agreement with Morris where he would serve as manager of theatre operations as a liaison for the City Parks and Recreation Director for two years.
In its budget, city council approved spending $150,000 for the purchase of Gem Theatre stock (another $150,000 is scheduled for the FY24 budget) and $175,000 for the theatre’s assets. The budget also shows $735,545 in Parks and Rec charges and fees for the operation of the Gem Theatre.
On April 24th, Kannapolis City Council passed a resolution to apply for a Rural Transformation Grant for the Gem Theatre. If chosen, the theatre could receive up to $950,000 in grants.
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Jiggy BBQ festival parlays with social district for bustling weekend in downtown Kannapolis
Shaquira Speakshttps://www.qcnews.com/news/u-s/north-carolina/cabarrus-county/jiggy-bbq-festival-parlays-with-social-district-for-bustling-weekend-in-downtown-kannapolis/
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The ninth annual Jiggy with the Piggy BBQ festival is pairing with a major policy change this weekend in Kannapolis.Frank Smolka traveled from Powhatan, Virginia, to compete in the festival. He specializes in pork butts.“Coming down here to see how the community comes together and they’re supporting not only the city, but the city has so many events going on this weekend,” he said. “I’ve heard so much about this contest and the hospitality that they show.&...
KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The ninth annual Jiggy with the Piggy BBQ festival is pairing with a major policy change this weekend in Kannapolis.
Frank Smolka traveled from Powhatan, Virginia, to compete in the festival. He specializes in pork butts.
“Coming down here to see how the community comes together and they’re supporting not only the city, but the city has so many events going on this weekend,” he said. “I’ve heard so much about this contest and the hospitality that they show.”
Smokla is one of more than 50 groups competing in the festival that runs May 4-7 in downtown Kannapolis. It’s one of the largest sanctioned events by the Kansas City Barbeque Society in the United States.
“Barbecue teams here from as far away as California. Colorado, Kentucky, and all up and down the East Coast,” said Annette Privette Keller, Kannapolis director of communications. “Many of them arrived yesterday. They’ll be here all weekend competing for pots of prize money as well as the title and the trophies.”
Visitors can taste the competing teams’ cooking expertise by purchasing a $10 ticket for the People’s Choice Pork Tasting Contest. Eat 10 samples of pork and then cast your vote for the best one.
“Everything complements each other,” Keller said. “So what we have you can see that the team has taken on the alternative identity for the weekend. They are the Qs in honor of Jiggy with the Piggy. And they’ll be here playing tonight, Saturday and Sunday. There are fireworks after the game on Saturday. We also have a big kids’ zone,” she said.
The festival also features a country music concert on Friday and it began right after the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers finished their game at Atrium Health Ballpark. The Single-A team is slated to next play at 7 p.m. Saturday with postgame fireworks.
“So we give plenty of time for people to transition over to those events so you don’t have to miss out on any of the fun,” Keller said. “And then arts and crafts and all kinds of vendors will have over 100 of them all day, all weekend.”
The city is anticipating about 10,000 people to hit the town square this weekend. It’s also the first year its social district will pair with the festival at the same time.
Keller says the social district, dubbed the West Avenue District, has been a great addition to the personality of the city. The designated area with relaxed alcohol regulations was passed in September 2021 and is adjacent to, but not including the stadium.
“It’s been a great addition because we have a number of new restaurants,” she explained. “We’ve got a pub, we have a brewery, we have a new tavern that’s going to be opening up soon. We built the West Avenue streetscape as a public park so you can go and get a Mexican dinner or a nice salad at the steak place, take it outside and dine, have a glass of wine, have a glass of beer.”
Sydney Newton and her friend grabbed a drink before heading over to the festival.
She says she’s been enjoying the social district for a while now.
“We watched the change pretty much from what it used to look like down here in Kannapolis, and it’s like a ghost town, so now it’s completely different,” Newton said. “It’s exciting to watch this small town grow. And then you have people, like there’s Airbnbs and everything around here to watch. People want to actually come and stay in Kannapolis. It’s a whole different world.”
While the city is expecting crowds of people, they don’t do it for the money.
“It’s for community pride,” Keller said. “It’s actually all the proceeds, all the revenues go back into the community. The city doesn’t keep any of the revenue. We have a lot of volunteers, hundreds of volunteers that help us, like the Rotary Club and the YMCA and other groups. And any proceeds go to those organizations so they can do all of the good work that’s happening in the community.”
2023 Jiggy with the Piggy Festival Returns May 4 (Country Artist Travis Denning is the Jiggy Concert Headliner)
kannapolisnc.govhttps://www.kannapolisnc.gov/Community/News/ID/2165/2023-Jiggy-with-the-Piggy-Festival-Returns-May-4-Country-Artist-Travis-Denning-is-the-Jiggy-Concert-Headliner
Jiggy with the Piggy 2023 returns with the smells and tastes of barbeque and fun for the entire family. Make plans now to join us May 4 – May 7 in downtown Kannapolis.Visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/jiggywiththepiggy for the exciting Jiggy 2023 schedule.Country Artist Travis Denning will perform the Friday Night Jiggy Concert. An upcoming star in Nashville Denning had a number-one song, “...
Jiggy with the Piggy 2023 returns with the smells and tastes of barbeque and fun for the entire family. Make plans now to join us May 4 – May 7 in downtown Kannapolis.
Visit www.kannapolisnc.gov/jiggywiththepiggy for the exciting Jiggy 2023 schedule.
Country Artist Travis Denning will perform the Friday Night Jiggy Concert. An upcoming star in Nashville Denning had a number-one song, “After A Few” and other hits such as “David Ashley Parker from Powder Springs,” “Where That Beer’s Been,” and “Abby”.
He has been named CRS New Faces, an Opry NextStage recipient, and a CMA KixStart Artist.
Ryan Perry will be the opening act for Denning. Ryan’s songs include, “My Hometown” and “So Much Time.”
Once again, we will host over 50 barbeque competition teams. The BBQ teams are from across the U.S. and will compete for top bragging rights and prize money. This is one of the largest sanctioned events by the Kansas City Barbeque Society and this year our presenting sponsor is the Rowan CVB.
The festival, which has been named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, will have more than 100 arts & crafts vendors, concerts, a 5K walk/run, fireworks and a People’s Choice pork tasting competition and an exciting kid’s zone.
The Kannapolis Public Safety Assistance Foundation is back with their amazing BBQ. We have also added more barbeque and food vendors so you can fill up on many varieties of festival food.
ONLINE MERCHANDISE STORE LAUNCHED - You asked for Jiggy apparel and items and we answered. This year we have launched an online Jiggy FanFest Store. Purchase now so you have Jiggy attire to wear at the festival. Use this link and order now to receive a discount - https://city-of-kannapolis.myspreadshop.com/. Shop now and save 15%.
As always, this festival and concert are free to the public. No pets please.
Check out the full Jiggy Schedule:
Wednesday, May 3
11 a.m. – Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Q’s) Ballgame
Thursday, May 4
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - BBQ Competition Teams Arrive
4-7 p.m. Kannapolis Farmers Market Opens for the Season – corner of Dale Earnhardt Boulevard & Vance Avenue
6:30 p.m. - Jiggy with the Piggy 5K, part of the Run Kannapolis Series (Dress in a piggy related costume to win prizes)
7 p.m.– Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Q’s) – Star Wars Night – May the Force Be With You – Postgame Fireworks
Friday, May 5
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. - BBQ Competition Teams Arrive
5 p.m. - Festival Opens to the Public - North Carolina Research Campus Horseshoe Food, Arts & Crafts, Kids Zone, Carnival Rides, and More
5:30 p.m. – Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Q’s) Ballgame
7 p.m. – Travis Denning Concert (Ryan Perry - Opening Act) - North Carolina Research Campus Horseshoe
9 p.m. – Festival Closes
Saturday, May 6
7 a.m. -10:30 a.m. - Y Service Club Pancake Breakfast – YMCA Kannapolis
9 a.m. – Jiggy Festival Opens to the Public – North Carolina Research Campus Horseshoe
Food, Arts & Crafts, Kids Zone, Music, Carnival Rides, and More. Saturday Kids Zone will feature a new Ninja Course.
Throughout the day barbeque teams compete for top awards and money prizes.
Noon – 2 p.m. People's Choice - Pork Tasting (while supplies last) – North Carolina Research Campus Horseshoe.
(Look for the signs and the white tent) Proceeds Benefit the Kannapolis Rotary Club and the Kannapolis Youth Council. Festival attendees can purchase blocks of ten (10) samples for $10. Tickets will go on sale at 11:45 a.m. Saturday.
5 p.m. - Jiggy Festival Closes
7 p.m. – Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Q’s) Ballgame – Postgame Fireworks
Sunday, May 7
Throughout the day barbeque teams compete for top awards and money prizes.
1 p.m. – Kannapolis Cannon Ballers (Q’s) Ballgame
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