Festivals in Moore & Surrounding Counties in NC

Annual Festivals & Fun in The Pines

There is always something to celebrate in The Pines! From longtime community traditions and small-town street festivals to food, music, arts, agriculture and family-friendly events, festivals are part of what makes this area of North Carolina such a fun place to explore.

The Pines Times Festival Guide brings together annual festivals throughout Moore County and surrounding communities, including events in Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Carthage, Cameron, Robbins, Sanford, Raeford, Dunn, Hamlet and beyond.

Throughout the year, you’ll find everything from spring arts festivals and heritage celebrations to summer food festivals, county fairs, fall festivals, live music, holiday traditions and some wonderfully unusual local favorites.

Use our guide below to discover festivals throughout Moore, Lee, Hoke, Harnett, Richmond and Montgomery Counties and start planning your next day of fun in The Pines.

Looking for a Festival?

Festival dates can change from year to year. The table below includes the typical time of year each festival takes place, along with the community, county, host and a quick look at what makes each event special.

Be sure to follow the festival link or check with the event organizer for current dates, times, admission information and vendor opportunities.

Vendors: Please contact the Festival Hosts Directly for Information on how to become a Vendor at each event. Some events may not allow vendors. Please contact them directly. Vendor spots fill up quickly. Looking for Farmers Markets? Check out our Farmers Market in The Pines Page Looking for Parades? Check out our Parades in The Pines page.

Festival Guide Q&A

Does The Pines Times organize these festivals?

No. The Pines Times does not organize, manage or host the festivals listed in this guide, with the exception of PineyFest. We are an Event Calendar + Community Connector, and our goal is to help residents and visitors discover festivals, events and things to do throughout The Pines and surrounding communities.

Festival information is provided as a community resource and may change from year to year.

How do I become a vendor at one of these festivals?

Please contact the festival or event organizer directly for vendor applications, fees, deadlines, rules and availability.

The Pines Times does not manage vendor registration or select vendors for events listed in this guide, with the exception of PineyFest.

If available, use the festival website or organizer link provided in our guide to find current vendor information.

Can I contact The Pines Times about a festival vendor application?

If the event is PineyFest, absolutely! PineyFest is presented by The Pines Times, and vendor information will be available through our website.

For all other festivals and events, please contact the event organizer directly. We do not have access to their vendor applications, availability, fees or registration information.

What kinds of festivals can I find in this guide?

Our Festival Guide includes annual events throughout Moore County and surrounding areas, including food festivals, music festivals, arts and crafts events, heritage celebrations, agricultural festivals, community fairs, seasonal festivals and family-friendly events.

What areas does the Festival Guide cover?

The guide focuses on festivals throughout Moore, Lee, Hoke, Harnett, Richmond and Montgomery Counties, including communities such as Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Carthage, Cameron, Robbins, Sanford, Raeford and surrounding areas.

Are the festival dates always the same?

Not necessarily. Many festivals take place around the same weekend or time of year, but exact dates, times and locations can change.

We recommend visiting the festival’s official website or contacting the event organizer before making plans.

How can I find upcoming festivals and events?

Visit The Pines Times Events Calendar to explore upcoming festivals, community events, live music, markets, seasonal activities and more happening throughout The Pines.

Can I submit a festival to The Pines Times?

Yes! Community organizations and event organizers are encouraged to submit qualifying events to The Pines Times Event Calendar.

Submitting an event helps local residents and visitors discover what’s happening throughout our communities. Event submissions are reviewed before publication to help keep our calendar useful and accurate.

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