Weekend in the Sandhills
The Weekender
The Sandhills of North Carolina is a special place bustling with a variety of 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 fun things happening in the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen area this weekend:
October 17 - 19, 2025
Friday, October 17
Downtown Candy Crawl & Movie by the Lake
On Friday starting at 4:00pm, celebrate Halloween in Aberdeen with the Downtown Candy Crawl & Movie by the Lake. Trick or treat around downtown businesses before watching Beetlejuice by the lake. Learn more at facebook.com/DowntownAberdeen.
Paddle Under the Stars Spooktacular
At 6:45pm, those 18+ can head to Reservoir Park for the Paddle Under the Stars Spooktacular. Enjoy ghost stories during this evening paddle. Register and learn more at facebook.com/TOSP.REC.
Sunrise Theater Presents: “Tell Me Lies-The Fleetwood Mac Experience” Concert
At 7:00pm, get your tickets for Tell Me Lies – The Fleetwood Mac Experience Concert. Enjoy the ultimate Fleetwood Mac tribute at the iconic Sunrise Theater. Learn more at sunrisetheater.com.
Saturday, October 18
Great Trails State Day: Pottery Pinecones Hunt
On Saturday at 9:00am, the search is on during the Great Trails State Day Pottery Pinecone Hunt. Hunt for 30 pottery pinecones that will be hidden on select Moore County trails. Learn more at homeofgolf.com/pottery-pinecones.
47th Annual Holly Arts & Crafts Festival
From 10:00am-4:00pm, come out to downtown Pinehurst for the Holly Arts & Crafts Festival. Enjoy over 200 vendors, food trucks, kids zone, and sales in downtown shops. Learn more at pinehurstbusinesspartners.com.
The Carolina Philharmonic Presents: “Opening Night: Masterworks”
At 7:30pm, head to Owens Auditorium for an evening of Classical Masterworks presented by the Carolina Philharmonic. Purchase tickets at carolinaphil.org.
We hope you’ll get out there and enjoy the weekend in the Sandhills! Be sure to check out more local events on our Events Calendar.