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SUMMARY:Hoke Fest 2026: Celebrating America 250th and Hoke County 115th
DESCRIPTION:Hoke Fest 2026 is returning to Raeford from May 29th-June 7th at East Hoke Middle School in Raeford! This year is celebrating America 250th and Hoke County 115th! This long-standing carnival has been a community staple since 2011\, providing family entertainment while raising funds for the middle school and local sports teams. While admission to the festival grounds is free\, there is a $5 charge for parking on school property. \nThe event is managed by an independent organization separate from the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce\, so vendors interested in participating should contact the Hoke Fest 2026 organization directly via their official social media or website to sign up.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/hoke-fest-2026-celebrating-america-250th-and-hoke-county-115th/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:America 250,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Games,Live Entertainment,Music,Piney's Kids,Piney's Tiny's,Raeford Events,Senior,Social,Vendors,Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T230000
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SUMMARY:Hoke Fest 2026: Celebrating America 250th and Hoke County 115th
DESCRIPTION:Hoke Fest 2026 is returning to Raeford from May 29th-June 7th at East Hoke Middle School in Raeford! This year is celebrating America 250th and Hoke County 115th! This long-standing carnival has been a community staple since 2011\, providing family entertainment while raising funds for the middle school and local sports teams. While admission to the festival grounds is free\, there is a $5 charge for parking on school property. \nThe event is managed by an independent organization separate from the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce\, so vendors interested in participating should contact the Hoke Fest 2026 organization directly via their official social media or website to sign up.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/hoke-fest-2026-celebrating-america-250th-and-hoke-county-115th/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:America 250,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Games,Live Entertainment,Music,Piney's Kids,Piney's Tiny's,Raeford Events,Senior,Social,Vendors,Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260604T153619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T153622Z
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SUMMARY:Weymouth Woods: America's 250 Colonial Pinch Pots
DESCRIPTION:Check out the June programs at Weymouth Woods! Join for a National June Bug Day Celebration on June 7th at 2:00PM. Join for America’s 250 Colonial Pinch Pots history activity on June 14th at 2:00PM. Explore how life looked like for children over 200 years ago. Make your own pinch pots while learning. For additional details or updates on any of these upcoming park events\, you can find more information on Facebook by visiting the Friends of Weymouth Woods page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/weymouth-woods-americas-250-colonial-pinch-pots/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Fort Bragg Rd\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Children,Educational,Family,Nature/Outdoors,Piney's Kids,Piney's Tiny's,Social,Southern Pines Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve":MAILTO:state.parks@ncparks.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260604T154449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T154803Z
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SUMMARY:Weymouth Woods: "Colonial Spies and Secrets"
DESCRIPTION:Check out the June programs at Weymouth Woods! Join for a Colonial Spies and Secrets program on June 28th at 2:00PM. Step back into the American Revolutionary War with “Colonial Spies and Secrets” where you will learn how Colonial spies used secret messages written in invisible ink to safely pass critical information to patriot leaders right under the noses of the British. For additional details or updates on any of these upcoming park events\, you can find more information on Facebook by visiting the Friends of Weymouth Woods page. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/weymouth-woods-colonial-spies-and-secrets/
LOCATION:Weymouth Woods-Sandhills Nature Preserve\, 1024 Fort Bragg Rd\, Southern Pines\, NC\, 28387\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Educational,Family,Nature/Outdoors,Piney's Kids,Piney's Tiny's,Social,Southern Pines Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Weymouth Woods Sandhills Nature Preserve":MAILTO:state.parks@ncparks.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260403T123732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T123858Z
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SUMMARY:City of Raeford: "Freedom 250" 4th of July Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Raeford presents Freedom 250\, a multi-day celebration beginning with a parade on Thursday\, July 2nd\, at 5:30PM. The festivities continue on Friday\, July 3rd\, with Music on Main from 6PM-10PM\, followed by Freedom Fest on Saturday\, July 4th\, from 9AM-4PM featuring a variety of food trucks and vendors. The holiday weekend concludes with the big fireworks display on Saturday evening. Those interested in participating as a sponsor or vendor can find more information via the event QR codes or by emailing events@raefordnc.org.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/city-of-raeford-freedom-250/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Downtown Raeford\, Main Street\, Raeford\, NC\, 28376\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,America 250,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T213000
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SUMMARY:Village of Pinehurst: Celebrating Independence: Concert & Fireworks 2026-America 250
DESCRIPTION:Join the Village of Pinehurst at the FREE Concert & Fireworks Celebration at the Pinehurst Harness Track\, celebrating 250 years of our nation’s independence. Children’s activities will include bounce houses and dancing with The Soul Psychedelique Orchestra! A large selection of food and beverages will be available for purchase\, and picnic baskets are also allowed. Don’t forget your lawn chairs and blankets. \nGates open at 4:00PM for parking\, the party begins at 6:00PM\, and the fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15PM. You won’t want to miss out on all the excitement! \nFriday\, July 3rd\, Pinehurst Harness Track\n6:00PM-9:00PM: Family Activities & Entertainment\n9:15PM: Fireworks\nBand: The Soul Psychedelique Orchestra
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/celebrating-independence-concert-fireworks-2026-america-250/
LOCATION:Pinehurst Harness Track\, 200 Beulah Hill Road\, Pinehurst\
CATEGORIES:4th of July,Adults,America 250,Children,Concert,Family,Food,Games,Holiday Events,Live Entertainment,Live Music,Music,Piney's Kids,Piney's Tiny's,Senior,Social,Teen Activities,Vendors,Young Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T180000
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SUMMARY:City of Raeford: "Freedom 250" 4th of July Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Raeford presents Freedom 250\, a multi-day celebration beginning with a parade on Thursday\, July 2nd\, at 5:30PM. The festivities continue on Friday\, July 3rd\, with Music on Main from 6PM-10PM\, followed by Freedom Fest on Saturday\, July 4th\, from 9AM-4PM featuring a variety of food trucks and vendors. The holiday weekend concludes with the big fireworks display on Saturday evening. Those interested in participating as a sponsor or vendor can find more information via the event QR codes or by emailing events@raefordnc.org.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/city-of-raeford-freedom-250/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:Downtown Raeford\, Main Street\, Raeford\, NC\, 28376\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,America 250,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260403T123732Z
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UID:10086056-1783155600-1783180800@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:City of Raeford: "Freedom 250" 4th of July Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Raeford presents Freedom 250\, a multi-day celebration beginning with a parade on Thursday\, July 2nd\, at 5:30PM. The festivities continue on Friday\, July 3rd\, with Music on Main from 6PM-10PM\, followed by Freedom Fest on Saturday\, July 4th\, from 9AM-4PM featuring a variety of food trucks and vendors. The holiday weekend concludes with the big fireworks display on Saturday evening. Those interested in participating as a sponsor or vendor can find more information via the event QR codes or by emailing events@raefordnc.org.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/city-of-raeford-freedom-250/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Downtown Raeford\, Main Street\, Raeford\, NC\, 28376\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,America 250,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260423T162755Z
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UID:10087123-1783158300-1783166400@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Village of Pinehurst: Celebrating Independence Parade 2026-America 250
DESCRIPTION:Roll the celebration into the morning as we honor the USA with our annual Independence Day Parade\, celebrating 250 years! Be sure to come early and enjoy or participate in the annual Pet Parade. All types of pets are welcome\, but they must be in a carrier or on a leash and properly cleaned up after. Our patriotic pets will kick off the fun and lead the main parade. Stick around following the parade to enjoy the Sandhills Farmers Market in Tufts Memorial Park. \nIt is free to participate in the parade: entries are being accepted from non-profits\, businesses\, civic groups\, churches and families. Parade entry forms and pet parade entry forms are due by June 15th and are linked below. \nSaturday\, July 4th: Village Center & Tufts Memorial Park\n9:45AM: Pet Parade\n10:00AM: Fourthfest Parade \n  \n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/village-of-pinehurst-celebrating-independence-parade-2026-america-250/
LOCATION:James W Tufts Memorial Park\, 1 Village Green Rd.\, Pinehurst\, NC\, 28374
CATEGORIES:4th of July,Adults,America 250,Children,Family,Hobby/Enthusiast,Holiday Events,Live Entertainment,Nature/Outdoors,Parade,Pets/Animals,Pinehurst Events,Senior,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T110000
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SUMMARY:Carthage Rotary July 4th Parade 2026-America 250
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to Celebrate Independence Day with the Carthage Rotary Club at the 2026 July 4th Parade! United We Stand. Fellow citizens of Carthage and surrounding areas are all invited to attend the celebration. The parade takes place on Saturday\, July 4th beginning at 11AM.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/carthage-rotary-july-4th-parade-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Carthage\, 1 Courthouse Square\, Carthage\, NC\, 28327\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,Adults,America 250,Carthage Events,Children,Family,Parade,Senior,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260602T135848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T135848Z
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SUMMARY:Johnsonville Ruritan Club: 4th of July Celebration USA 250
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 4th of July with the Johnsonville Ruritan Club as they host a festive community gathering in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. This special USA 250 celebration takes place on Saturday\, July 4th\, 2026\, from 11:00AM-1:00PM at the Johnsonville Community Center Pavilion\, located at 20130 Highway 24/27 in Cameron (Johnsonville). Enjoy free hot dogs and fixings\, alongside a scholarship raffle drawing scheduled for 12:00PM. The family-friendly event features plenty of entertainment for the kids\, including face painting\, patriotic color sheets\, and crafts. Admission is free\, but community donations are highly appreciated!
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/johnsonville-ruritan-club-4th-of-july-celebration-usa-250/
LOCATION:Johnsonville Community Center\, 20130 Hwy. 24/27\, Cameron\, 28326\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,America 250,Cameron Events,Holiday Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260525T175650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T175714Z
UID:10093252-1783184400-1783200600@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:City of Sanford: "Red\, White & Blue Bash"
DESCRIPTION:The City of Sanford is hosting its annual Red\, White & Blue Bash on Saturday\, July 4th\, starting at 5:00PM at Kiwanis Family Park. The Independence Day celebration offers a fun-filled\, family-friendly evening packed with activities for all ages\, including face painting\, a hot dog eating contest\, and a variety of delicious options from local food trucks.\nThe main stage will feature a great lineup of live music\, kicking off with The Fandinos at 5:30PM followed by the Marcel Portilla Band at 7:30PM. To cap off the summer night\, enjoy a breathtaking\, patriotic fireworks show at dusk!\nCommunity members are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs\, friends\, and family to celebrate freedom together in the heart of the park.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/city-of-sanford-red-white-blue-bash/
LOCATION:Kiwanis Family Park\, 1800 Wicker Street\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,Adults,America 250,Children,Contest,Family,Games,Holiday Events,Live Entertainment,Music,Out of Town,Sanford Events,Sanford Events,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T121500
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260331T150741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T151024Z
UID:10085875-1783512000-1783512900@thepinestimes.com
SUMMARY:Village of Pinehurst: America 250 NC-Public Reading of the Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:The Village of Pinehurst is hosting a public reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday\, July 8th. Held at Assembly Hall starting at 12:00PM\, this ceremonial event commemorates the first public reading that took place in Philadelphia in 1776. This gathering is free and open to the public\, providing a dedicated space for community members to reflect on the foundational words of the nation and their ongoing impact on civic life.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/village-of-pinehurst-america-250-nc-public-reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/
LOCATION:Pinehurst Assembly Hall\, 295 Magnolia Road\, Pinehurst\, NC\, 28374\, United States
CATEGORIES:4th of July,Adults,America 250,Family,Historical,Holiday Events,Live Entertainment,Senior,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260527T140520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T141433Z
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SUMMARY:N.C. Peach Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come out for the 28th annual N.C. Peach Festival of Candor! This year’s festival is presented by Mountaire Farms. The three-day festival takes place Thursday\, July 16th-Saturday\, July 18th with much fun in Fitzgerald Park.\nThe fun kicks off on Thursday\, July 16th from 4:00PM-9:00PM with the Flamin’ Hot Wing Competition sponsored by Mountaire Farms\, featuring plenty of wings\, fresh peaches\, and live music from G. Money’s Beach Party\, The Beach Fever Band\, and Tracy Bates and the Circuit Riders.\nOn Friday\, July 17th\, the festivities continue from 4:00PM-9:00PM with the Concert in the Park\, where you can enjoy food\, vendors\, and musical performances by The Notorious P.I.P.S. and too MUCH SyLviA. Friday night also introduces an exciting new addition: the Peach Bash exhibition wrestling match presented by Atlantic Coast Wrestling down in the park at 7:00PM.\nThe main festival day arrives on Saturday\, July 18th\, starting early with the Peach Cooking Contest at Candor Town Hall at 8:00AM\, followed by the traditional parade down Main Street at 10:00AM. Immediately after the parade\, the park will come alive with craft and food vendors\, family activities\, and plenty of homemade peach ice cream. Saturday’s entertainment includes the introduction of the Peach Queen\, Little Miss Peach Blossom\, and the 2026 Grand Marshals—The Sand Band—who will perform alongside afternoon headliner Jim Quick & Coastline. Festival t-shirts and official merchandise will be available throughout the event at Candor Town Hall.\nThe N.C. Peach Festival is a free and family-friendly weekend of fun! Be sure to bring your lawn chairs or blankets for comfort! Rain or shine. For full details\, follow the link provided below.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/n-c-peach-festival-2026-2/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:N. C. Peach Festival\, 214 South Main Street\, Candor\, NC\, 27229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,America 250,Candor,Car Show/Motorcycle Show/Cruise In,Concert,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Live Entertainment,Live Music,Nature/Outdoors,Out of Town,Peach Week,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260527T140520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T141433Z
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SUMMARY:N.C. Peach Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come out for the 28th annual N.C. Peach Festival of Candor! This year’s festival is presented by Mountaire Farms. The three-day festival takes place Thursday\, July 16th-Saturday\, July 18th with much fun in Fitzgerald Park.\nThe fun kicks off on Thursday\, July 16th from 4:00PM-9:00PM with the Flamin’ Hot Wing Competition sponsored by Mountaire Farms\, featuring plenty of wings\, fresh peaches\, and live music from G. Money’s Beach Party\, The Beach Fever Band\, and Tracy Bates and the Circuit Riders.\nOn Friday\, July 17th\, the festivities continue from 4:00PM-9:00PM with the Concert in the Park\, where you can enjoy food\, vendors\, and musical performances by The Notorious P.I.P.S. and too MUCH SyLviA. Friday night also introduces an exciting new addition: the Peach Bash exhibition wrestling match presented by Atlantic Coast Wrestling down in the park at 7:00PM.\nThe main festival day arrives on Saturday\, July 18th\, starting early with the Peach Cooking Contest at Candor Town Hall at 8:00AM\, followed by the traditional parade down Main Street at 10:00AM. Immediately after the parade\, the park will come alive with craft and food vendors\, family activities\, and plenty of homemade peach ice cream. Saturday’s entertainment includes the introduction of the Peach Queen\, Little Miss Peach Blossom\, and the 2026 Grand Marshals—The Sand Band—who will perform alongside afternoon headliner Jim Quick & Coastline. Festival t-shirts and official merchandise will be available throughout the event at Candor Town Hall.\nThe N.C. Peach Festival is a free and family-friendly weekend of fun! Be sure to bring your lawn chairs or blankets for comfort! Rain or shine. For full details\, follow the link provided below.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/n-c-peach-festival-2026-2/2026-07-17/
LOCATION:N. C. Peach Festival\, 214 South Main Street\, Candor\, NC\, 27229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,America 250,Candor,Car Show/Motorcycle Show/Cruise In,Concert,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Live Entertainment,Live Music,Nature/Outdoors,Out of Town,Peach Week,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260527T140520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T141433Z
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SUMMARY:N.C. Peach Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come out for the 28th annual N.C. Peach Festival of Candor! This year’s festival is presented by Mountaire Farms. The three-day festival takes place Thursday\, July 16th-Saturday\, July 18th with much fun in Fitzgerald Park.\nThe fun kicks off on Thursday\, July 16th from 4:00PM-9:00PM with the Flamin’ Hot Wing Competition sponsored by Mountaire Farms\, featuring plenty of wings\, fresh peaches\, and live music from G. Money’s Beach Party\, The Beach Fever Band\, and Tracy Bates and the Circuit Riders.\nOn Friday\, July 17th\, the festivities continue from 4:00PM-9:00PM with the Concert in the Park\, where you can enjoy food\, vendors\, and musical performances by The Notorious P.I.P.S. and too MUCH SyLviA. Friday night also introduces an exciting new addition: the Peach Bash exhibition wrestling match presented by Atlantic Coast Wrestling down in the park at 7:00PM.\nThe main festival day arrives on Saturday\, July 18th\, starting early with the Peach Cooking Contest at Candor Town Hall at 8:00AM\, followed by the traditional parade down Main Street at 10:00AM. Immediately after the parade\, the park will come alive with craft and food vendors\, family activities\, and plenty of homemade peach ice cream. Saturday’s entertainment includes the introduction of the Peach Queen\, Little Miss Peach Blossom\, and the 2026 Grand Marshals—The Sand Band—who will perform alongside afternoon headliner Jim Quick & Coastline. Festival t-shirts and official merchandise will be available throughout the event at Candor Town Hall.\nThe N.C. Peach Festival is a free and family-friendly weekend of fun! Be sure to bring your lawn chairs or blankets for comfort! Rain or shine. For full details\, follow the link provided below.
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/n-c-peach-festival-2026-2/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:N. C. Peach Festival\, 214 South Main Street\, Candor\, NC\, 27229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,America 250,Candor,Car Show/Motorcycle Show/Cruise In,Concert,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Live Entertainment,Live Music,Nature/Outdoors,Out of Town,Peach Week,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T235900
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CREATED:20260429T142830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T142854Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Regional Fair 2026 "From Fields to Freedom" America 250
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary “From Fields to Freedom” Get ready for the fun at the annual Lee Regional Fair\, a Family Tradition Brought to you by the Sanford Lions Club for over 88 years! The fair runs September 16th-20th. Gate admission is $5 per person. \nThe Lee Regional Fair supports agriculture in our area and promotes local farmers by helping them showcase their products and educate the public about the importance of agriculture in our community. With outside and inside vendors\, local bands and professional entertainment\, magic shows\, contests\, pageants\, agriculture displays\, games of chance and a super midway with great rides\, we are here for FAIR FUN! \nWalk through our two exhibit halls to view the art and handicraft exhibits\, cooking competitions and meet local exhibitors. Catch the cattle\, goats\, and chicken livestock contests in the Barn. Don’t miss the pageants and bands on the Arena and Amphitheater stages. You can even try your hand at tobacco looping and tying at the tobacco barn and museum area. Be sure to check out the chuck wagon\, saw mill\, black smith\, antique tractors and farm equipment\, and set a spell at the Country Store and enjoy music and people watching. And don’t forget the GREAT fair food from the Lions Kitchen and Concession Stand. \nHours of Operation\nWednesday\, Thursday & Friday:\nGates Open: 4:30pm\nMidway Hours: 5pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSaturday:\nGates Open: 12 noon\nMidway Hours: 12:30pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSunday:\nGates Open: 1pm\nMidway Hours: 1:30pm-6:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: 7pm (Ticket sales stop at 6pm) \nFor full details and the schedule of daily events\, follow the link provided below. \n \n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/lee-regional-fair-2026/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Lions Club Fairgrounds\, 505 N 7th St\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Connections,America 250,Children,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Nature/Outdoors,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T235900
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260429T142830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T142854Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Regional Fair 2026 "From Fields to Freedom" America 250
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary “From Fields to Freedom” Get ready for the fun at the annual Lee Regional Fair\, a Family Tradition Brought to you by the Sanford Lions Club for over 88 years! The fair runs September 16th-20th. Gate admission is $5 per person. \nThe Lee Regional Fair supports agriculture in our area and promotes local farmers by helping them showcase their products and educate the public about the importance of agriculture in our community. With outside and inside vendors\, local bands and professional entertainment\, magic shows\, contests\, pageants\, agriculture displays\, games of chance and a super midway with great rides\, we are here for FAIR FUN! \nWalk through our two exhibit halls to view the art and handicraft exhibits\, cooking competitions and meet local exhibitors. Catch the cattle\, goats\, and chicken livestock contests in the Barn. Don’t miss the pageants and bands on the Arena and Amphitheater stages. You can even try your hand at tobacco looping and tying at the tobacco barn and museum area. Be sure to check out the chuck wagon\, saw mill\, black smith\, antique tractors and farm equipment\, and set a spell at the Country Store and enjoy music and people watching. And don’t forget the GREAT fair food from the Lions Kitchen and Concession Stand. \nHours of Operation\nWednesday\, Thursday & Friday:\nGates Open: 4:30pm\nMidway Hours: 5pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSaturday:\nGates Open: 12 noon\nMidway Hours: 12:30pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSunday:\nGates Open: 1pm\nMidway Hours: 1:30pm-6:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: 7pm (Ticket sales stop at 6pm) \nFor full details and the schedule of daily events\, follow the link provided below. \n \n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/lee-regional-fair-2026/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Lions Club Fairgrounds\, 505 N 7th St\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Connections,America 250,Children,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Nature/Outdoors,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T235900
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260429T142830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T142854Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Regional Fair 2026 "From Fields to Freedom" America 250
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary “From Fields to Freedom” Get ready for the fun at the annual Lee Regional Fair\, a Family Tradition Brought to you by the Sanford Lions Club for over 88 years! The fair runs September 16th-20th. Gate admission is $5 per person. \nThe Lee Regional Fair supports agriculture in our area and promotes local farmers by helping them showcase their products and educate the public about the importance of agriculture in our community. With outside and inside vendors\, local bands and professional entertainment\, magic shows\, contests\, pageants\, agriculture displays\, games of chance and a super midway with great rides\, we are here for FAIR FUN! \nWalk through our two exhibit halls to view the art and handicraft exhibits\, cooking competitions and meet local exhibitors. Catch the cattle\, goats\, and chicken livestock contests in the Barn. Don’t miss the pageants and bands on the Arena and Amphitheater stages. You can even try your hand at tobacco looping and tying at the tobacco barn and museum area. Be sure to check out the chuck wagon\, saw mill\, black smith\, antique tractors and farm equipment\, and set a spell at the Country Store and enjoy music and people watching. And don’t forget the GREAT fair food from the Lions Kitchen and Concession Stand. \nHours of Operation\nWednesday\, Thursday & Friday:\nGates Open: 4:30pm\nMidway Hours: 5pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSaturday:\nGates Open: 12 noon\nMidway Hours: 12:30pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSunday:\nGates Open: 1pm\nMidway Hours: 1:30pm-6:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: 7pm (Ticket sales stop at 6pm) \nFor full details and the schedule of daily events\, follow the link provided below. \n \n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/lee-regional-fair-2026/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Lions Club Fairgrounds\, 505 N 7th St\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Connections,America 250,Children,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Nature/Outdoors,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T234500
DTSTAMP:20260604T174305
CREATED:20260429T142830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T142854Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Regional Fair 2026 "From Fields to Freedom" America 250
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary “From Fields to Freedom” Get ready for the fun at the annual Lee Regional Fair\, a Family Tradition Brought to you by the Sanford Lions Club for over 88 years! The fair runs September 16th-20th. Gate admission is $5 per person. \nThe Lee Regional Fair supports agriculture in our area and promotes local farmers by helping them showcase their products and educate the public about the importance of agriculture in our community. With outside and inside vendors\, local bands and professional entertainment\, magic shows\, contests\, pageants\, agriculture displays\, games of chance and a super midway with great rides\, we are here for FAIR FUN! \nWalk through our two exhibit halls to view the art and handicraft exhibits\, cooking competitions and meet local exhibitors. Catch the cattle\, goats\, and chicken livestock contests in the Barn. Don’t miss the pageants and bands on the Arena and Amphitheater stages. You can even try your hand at tobacco looping and tying at the tobacco barn and museum area. Be sure to check out the chuck wagon\, saw mill\, black smith\, antique tractors and farm equipment\, and set a spell at the Country Store and enjoy music and people watching. And don’t forget the GREAT fair food from the Lions Kitchen and Concession Stand. \nHours of Operation\nWednesday\, Thursday & Friday:\nGates Open: 4:30pm\nMidway Hours: 5pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSaturday:\nGates Open: 12 noon\nMidway Hours: 12:30pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSunday:\nGates Open: 1pm\nMidway Hours: 1:30pm-6:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: 7pm (Ticket sales stop at 6pm) \nFor full details and the schedule of daily events\, follow the link provided below. \n \n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/lee-regional-fair-2026/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Lions Club Fairgrounds\, 505 N 7th St\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Connections,America 250,Children,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Nature/Outdoors,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T184500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T142854Z
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SUMMARY:Lee Regional Fair 2026 "From Fields to Freedom" America 250
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary “From Fields to Freedom” Get ready for the fun at the annual Lee Regional Fair\, a Family Tradition Brought to you by the Sanford Lions Club for over 88 years! The fair runs September 16th-20th. Gate admission is $5 per person. \nThe Lee Regional Fair supports agriculture in our area and promotes local farmers by helping them showcase their products and educate the public about the importance of agriculture in our community. With outside and inside vendors\, local bands and professional entertainment\, magic shows\, contests\, pageants\, agriculture displays\, games of chance and a super midway with great rides\, we are here for FAIR FUN! \nWalk through our two exhibit halls to view the art and handicraft exhibits\, cooking competitions and meet local exhibitors. Catch the cattle\, goats\, and chicken livestock contests in the Barn. Don’t miss the pageants and bands on the Arena and Amphitheater stages. You can even try your hand at tobacco looping and tying at the tobacco barn and museum area. Be sure to check out the chuck wagon\, saw mill\, black smith\, antique tractors and farm equipment\, and set a spell at the Country Store and enjoy music and people watching. And don’t forget the GREAT fair food from the Lions Kitchen and Concession Stand. \nHours of Operation\nWednesday\, Thursday & Friday:\nGates Open: 4:30pm\nMidway Hours: 5pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSaturday:\nGates Open: 12 noon\nMidway Hours: 12:30pm-11:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: midnight (Ticket sales stop at 11pm) \nSunday:\nGates Open: 1pm\nMidway Hours: 1:30pm-6:45pm\nFairgrounds Close: 7pm (Ticket sales stop at 6pm) \nFor full details and the schedule of daily events\, follow the link provided below. \n \n 
URL:https://thepinestimes.com/event/lee-regional-fair-2026/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Lions Club Fairgrounds\, 505 N 7th St\, Sanford\, NC\, 27330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Connections,America 250,Children,Exhibits,Fair/Festival,Family,Food,Games,Hobby/Enthusiast,Nature/Outdoors,Senior,Shopping,Social,Vendors
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