Weekend in the Sandhills

The Weekender

The Sandhills of North Carolina is a special place bustling with so many things to see and do. Every weekend is full of live music, concerts, plays, art exhibits, festivals, fairs, car shows, and so much more! Take a look at some of the many things to do this weekend in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area:

The Sandhills of North Carolina is a special place bustling with so many things to see and do. Every weekend is full of live music, concerts, plays, art exhibits, festivals, fairs, car shows, and so much more! Take a look at some of the many things to do this weekend in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area:

May 17-19, 2024

Friday, May 17

Carthage Pro Rodeo

On Friday and Saturday, come out to the Moore County Agricultural Fairgrounds for the Carthage Pro Rodeo. See eight exciting rodeo events like bucking horse riding, roping, and bull riding. Learn more at facebook.com/newclassicprorodeo.

High Score Comedy Night at the Rec Room

On Friday at 8:30pm, join the Rec Room for their High Score Comedy Night. Enjoy laughs provided by four comedians on the Rec Room patio. Learn more at facebook.com/recroomsouthernpines.

Saturday, May 18

NC Speedway in Rockingham, NC
Community Open House at Rockingham Speedway

On Saturday at 10:00am, join Rockingham Speedway for their Community Open House. Enjoy car and truck shows, live music, vendors, raffles, and car club racing. Learn more at facebook.com/therocknc.

Carolina Philharmonic
Broadway Brilliance: A Symphony Pops Spectacular

At 7:30pm, join the Carolina Philharmonic for Broadway Brilliance: A Symphony Pops Spectacular. Enjoy beloved hits with Broadway Stars Emily Padgett-Young and Josh Young. Learn more and purchase tickets at carolinaphil.org.

Sunday, May 19

Makers Market at Red’s Corner

On Sunday starting at 1:00pm, come out to Red’s Corner for their Makers Market. Shop from local artisans, farmers, and vendors and enjoy food trucks. Learn more at facebook.com/redscornersp.

Come Sunday Jazz Series

On Sunday at 11:30am, join the Weymouth Center for their Come Sunday Jazz Series. Enjoy the beautiful Weymouth Center grounds and jazz group Thrio. Learn more and purchase tickets at weymouthcenter.org.

May 24-26, 2024

Friday, May 24

Sandhills Motoring Expo Block Party

On Friday from 5:00-9:00, come out to Pine Crest Inn for the Sandhills Motoring Expo’s Block Party. Enjoy an informal car show with special display cars and live music. Learn more at sandhillsmotoringexpo.com.

Adult Spelling Bee at Southern Pines Brewing Company

At 6:00pm, join Southern Pines Brewing Company for their Adult Spelling Bee with The Locals Comedy. Enjoy a night of laughs, Southern Pines Brewing brews, and a food truck. Learn more at facebook.com/SouthernPinesBrewing.

Saturday, May 25

Cars & Coffee on the Ramp

On Saturday from 8:00-11:00am, come out to the Moore County Airport for Cars & Coffee on the Ramp. Enjoy seeing 100 cars, a front-row view of airplanes taking off and landing at the airport, and the launch of the Sandhills Motoring Expo Road Rally. Learn more at sandhillsmotoringexpo.com.

Polocrosse in the Pines

On Saturday and Sunday, come out to the Pinehurst Harness Track for Polocrosse in the Pines. Watch the best polocrosse players in the USA, including the 2024 USA World Cup team. Learn more at carolinapolocrosse.com.

Sunday, May 26

Sandhills Motoring Festival
Sandhills Motoring Expo Concours

On Sunday from 9:00am-4:00pm, come out to downtown Pinehurst for the Sandhills Motoring Expo’s Concours. Enjoy over 150 unique and hand-picked automobiles lining the streets. This event is free and open to the general public for spectating. Learn more at sandhillsmotoringexpo.com.

Sandhills Bogeys Home Opener

At 6:00pm, join the Sandhills Bogeys for their home opener game of the 2024 season. Watch the Bogeys battle against their alter ego the Pinehurst Caddy Daddies. Learn more at sandhillsbogeys.com.

We hope you’ll get out there and enjoy everything the Sandhills has to offer this weekend! Be sure to check out more local events on our Events Calendar.