On Beautiful Lake Norman (off of hwy 150 in Mooresville, NC) is where you’ll find Apps & Taps – a long time favorite area of the locals. Apps & Taps can be counted on for good times and great food no matter the time or the day. We serve up some of the best Smoked Wings , Ribs, BBQ, Flatbread Pizzas and Wraps. We also offer an array of other menu items. Apps & Taps is praised for the freshest quality of foods. No one will leave hungry after chowing down on one of Apps & Taps Signature Sandwiches. Sit back, relax and rock your cares away on The Deck while enjoying our wide selection of wine, beer and cocktails!

On Friday and Saturday nights you are welcome to visit The PONTOON! This is the BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE on Lake Norman! Our venue has state of the art sound and lighting and we book the best entertainment you will find anywhere!!!

Whether you are just out enjoying the lake and need a cold drink or a bite to eat or you are looking for some of the best live music around, at Apps & Taps, you are always home!

Since 1976, on the second Saturday in August, Valdese hosts an annual festival to celebrate the "Glorious Return" of the Waldenses from exile in Switzerland to their native valleys in the Cottian Alps of Italy in 1689. This celebration is mirrored around the world by other Waldensian communities. The Town of Valdese continues to improve the Waldensian Festival each year and make it one of the best festivals in the state of North Carolina.

The 2019 Waldensian Festival will concentrate on unique crafts, great food, and top-quality entertainment. To achieve this goal, the committee continues to search for wonderful artists, food vendors and entertainers from around the country. Choosing participants that will come together to make an unforgettable festival.

Event open only to guests of The Lodges at Eagles Nest. For reservations, visit: http://www.eaglesnestatbannerelk.com/available-properties/