Submit an Event to The Pines Times

Share What’s Happening in The Pines

Planning a festival, fundraiser, concert, class, community gathering or family-friendly activity? Submit your event to The Pines Times and help local residents discover what’s happening throughout Moore County and the surrounding Sandhills communities.

The Pines Times is your event calendar, community connector and resource guide for local fun. Thousands of people use our website, weekly newsletter and social media channels to discover events, activities and places to explore.

Submitting an event to our community calendar is free.

Before You Submit

Help us create the best possible listing by including:

  • A clear event title
  • A complete description
  • The correct date and start and end times
  • The venue name and full address
  • The organizer’s name and contact information
  • Admission cost, or enter $0 if the event is free
  • A link where readers can learn more or purchase tickets
  • A clear event image without excessive text

**** Event images must be JPG, PNG or GIF files under 1 MB. Large files may prevent your submission from being received. *****

What Events Can Be Submitted?

We welcome public events and activities taking place in Moore County and surrounding communities, including:

  • Festivals and community celebrations
  • Live music, theatre and performances
  • Fundraisers and nonprofit events
  • Children’s and family activities
  • Classes, workshops and educational programs
  • Markets, fairs and vendor events
  • Art exhibits and creative experiences
  • Fitness, wellness and outdoor activities
  • Business and community networking events
  • Seasonal and holiday events

Private gatherings, personal parties, routine business promotions and listings without enough information may not be accepted.

What Happens After You Submit?

Every event is reviewed before publication to help keep our calendar accurate, useful and locally focused. Please allow up to 48 hours for your event to be reviewed and published.

Submitting an event does not guarantee publication. The Pines Times may edit event descriptions for clarity, formatting and consistency. Please double-check your information before submitting.

If your event is happening within the next 48 hours, we may not be able to publish it in time. Submit early whenever possible!

Want More People to See Your Event?

A free calendar listing helps people discover your event, but organizations looking for additional visibility can also promote their events through The Pines Times.

Our promotional opportunities may include:

  • Featured placement on The Pines Times website
  • Advertising in our weekly community newsletter
  • Social media promotion
  • Custom event advertising campaigns
  • Contact The Pines Times to learn about advertising and featured-event opportunities.

Thank You for Helping Keep The Pines Connected

We love sharing the events, people and organizations that make our community such a fun place to live, visit and explore.

—The Pines Times Team

FAQ section

Is it free to submit an event?

Yes. Submitting an eligible community event to The Pines Times calendar is free. Paid promotional opportunities are also available for organizations that want additional visibility.

How long does it take for an event to appear?

Please allow up to 48 hours for your submission to be reviewed and published. Events submitted at the last minute may not be posted before they occur.

What size image can I upload?

Event images must be JPG, PNG or GIF files under 1 MB. Using a clear, properly sized image helps prevent submission errors.

Can I submit a recurring event?

Yes. Use the recurring-event options in the submission form and carefully review the selected dates before submitting.

Will every submitted event be published?

All submissions are reviewed, but publication is not guaranteed. Events must be appropriate for the public, locally relevant and submitted with enough accurate information to create a useful listing.

Can The Pines Times help promote my event?

Yes. Advertising options may include featured website placement, newsletter advertising, social media promotion and custom campaigns. Contact The Pines Times to discuss availability and pricing.