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🎉 Get ready for a day full of history, music, and fun at the Gold Hill Founders Day celebration on Saturday, September 28th! 🎶🛍️

Join us as we honor the rich heritage of Gold Hill with live music, food vendors, artisan crafts, historical tours, and more! 🚶‍♂️🍂 Perfect for the whole family, this event is a can't-miss celebration of the community's roots!

✨ Gold Hill Founders Day - September 28, 9AM
📍 Historic Village of Gold Hill, Gold Hill, N.C.

Learn more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/gold-hill-founders-day/10398/

Gold Hill Founders Day | Gold Hill, NC 28071 Gold Hill Founders Day Gold Hill Founders Day will be held on Saturday September 28, 2024 Vendor Applications are ONLY available by request. Call 704.279.1630 or 704.267.9439 Due to Scammers, There…

Plan your ride on the Polar Express this Christmas with the N.C. Transportation Museum! 🚂 Seats are filling up fast - but there is still time to claim your spot on this magical train ride you and your family will never forget!

🚂 Polar Express - Select Dates Nov. 8 - Dec. 23
📍 N.C. Transportation Museum, Spencer, N.C.

Find out how you can earn ✨FREE✨ tickets to the Polar Express this year:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/polar-express/

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In Rockwell, N.C. this weekend, Tiger World is hosting their Toasting for Tiger World event! 🐯 Join them in celebrating the sanctuary's 16th anniversary with conservation talks, refreshments and event exclusive merchandise!

🐯 Toasting for Tiger World - September 21, 9AM-5PM
📍 Tiger World, Rockwell, N.C.

Learn more about this event:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/toasting-for-tiger-world/10867/

Toasting for Tiger World | Rockwell, NC 28138 ROCKWELL, NC - Tiger World, a beloved local wildlife sanctuary, is excited to announce its upcoming fundraiser, "Toasting for Tiger World," scheduled for Saturday, September 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.…

It's fair week! 🎡 Now through September 21, join us out on the Rowan County Fairgrounds for some classic fair fun! It's time for rides, elephant ears, freshly squeezed lemonade and so much more excitement to close out summer!

🎡 Rowan County Fair - Now - September 21
📍 Rowan County Fairgrounds, Salisbury, N.C.

Learn more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/rowan-county-fair/10849/

Rowan County Fair | Salisbury, NC 28144 Rowan County Fair September 16th - 21st, 2024 Fair opens Monday - Friday at 5:00pm & Saturday at 3:00 pm. Fair Closes -depending on the crowd- usually around 10:30pm with the exception of Friday…

"Never Before Seen...Modern Masterpieces," a year-long exhibition at Waterworks Visual Arts Center, begins today! 🎨 Make your plans to visit the art gallery to lay your eyes on works by renowned artists such as Kandinsky, Monet, Picasso, and de Kooning.

🎨 "Never Before Seen...Modern Masterpieces" - Opens Today (Sept. 17)
📍 Waterworks Visual Arts Center, Salisbury, N.C.

Read more on this exhibit:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/things-to-do/arts-culture/never-before-seen-modern-masterpieces-at-waterworks-visual-arts-center/

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It's that time of year again for Patterson Farm's Fall Fun on the Farm in the beautiful Mount Ulla, North Carolina! 🍂🎃 From pumpkin patches to corn mazes and everything in between, Patterson Farm offers a wide range of exciting activities that will make your fall unforgettable.

🎃 Fall Fun on the Farm - Sept. 16 - Nov. 2
📍 Patterson Farm, Mount Ulla, N.C.

Check out our guide to this year's Fall Fun on the Farm:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/blog/post/fall-fun-on-the-farm-at-patterson-farm/

Fall Fun on the Farm at Patterson Farm It's that time of year again for Patterson Farm's Fall Fun on the Farm in the beautiful Mount Ulla,

The Annual Bell Tower BrewFest will be here before you know it! 🍻 Make your plans to join us in Downtown Salisbury on October 5th to try beer and ciders from all over North Carolina out on the Bell Tower Green! Stay tuned for more information on this year's BrewFest!

🍻 Bell Tower BrewFest - October 5
📍 Bell Tower Green, Salisbury, N.C.

Book an overnight stay in Rowan County to receive your FREE tickets to this original event! Learn more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/bell-tower-brewfest/

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This year’s Lazy 5 Ranch's Fall Festival promises to be a delightful way to celebrate the autumn season. 🍂 Whether you’re here for the animals, the pumpkins, or simply to enjoy the fall ambiance, there’s something for everyone at Lazy 5 Ranch.

🍂 Lazy 5 Ranch's Fall Festival - Sept. 28 - Oct. 20
📍 Lazy 5 Ranch, North Carolina

Check out our guide to this year's festival:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/blog/post/guide-lazy-5-ranch-fall-festival/

Photo by Lazy 5 Ranch

Guide: Lazy 5 Ranch Fall Festival As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets crisp, there's no better way to embrace the fall season

The N.C. Transportation Museum is cooking up some fun this weekend with their Antique Automobile Club of America Car Show! 🚗 This Saturday, the show will feature members' vehicles of 25 years old and older, making it quite the interesting showcase for those wanting to visit!

🚗 Antique Automobile Club of America Car Show - Sept. 14, 9AM-3PM
📍 N.C. Transportation Museum, Spencer, N.C.

Learn more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/antique-automobile-club-of-america-car-show/10794/

Antique Automobile Club of America Car Show | Spencer, NC 28159 This show will only feature AACA members’ vehicles, but the public is certainly invited to see the awesome collection of Detroit steel on display. The show features antique cars of all makes and…

The time for the Annual Germanfest at the Old Stone House is upon us! 🍻 Indulge in a day full of lively activities - from folk dancing, to crafts and merchants to food/beer vendors, the Rowan Museum Inc. has tons of German inspired fun for you this Saturday!

🍻 GermanFest - September 14, 10AM-4PM
📍 Old Stone House, Granite Quarry, N.C.

Find out more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/germanfest/10842/

GermanFest | Salisbury, NC 28146 Get ready for a fantastic time at the Annual Germanfest at the Old Stone House! Dive into a day filled with lively folk dancing, unique crafts, merchants, concessions and amazing vendors. Explore the…

Our very own Patterson Farm Market & Tours, Inc. was featured in NC Tripping's "Finding Fall in North Carolina" article 🍂 Check out the article, and be sure to visit Patterson Farm for all their Fall Fun on the Farm excitement this season!

Finding Fall in North Carolina (Fall Colors + the Best Events) This Fall in North Carolina travel guide will prepare you for our busiest season, including where to see fall colors and the best fall events in NC!

Everyone needs a little R&R, and staycations offer the perfect chance to relax and rewind without the hustle and bustle of travel. 🛏️ Rowan County offers endless cozy options for a little getaway close to home. Whether it’s a solo trip or an affair for the whole family, you’ll be spoiled with choices.

Find out more on our Staycations in Rowan County blog post:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/blog/post/staycations-in-rowan-county/

Staycations in Rowan County Everyone needs a little R&R, and staycations offer the perfect chance to relax and rewind without

They said it best - there's so much more to do at High Rock Lake than just being on the lake. 🌊 Consider all there is to explore at High Rock Lake during your next visit to Rowan County, N.C.!

Join us as we explore High Rock Lake, North Carolina, for My Town Monday HIGH ROCK LAKE, N.C. (WGHP) — When you think about High Rock Lake you may think of boating and fishing, but there’s much more to High Rock than being on the lake. Last week, FOX8 photojournal…

Gold Hill Farm Fest is right around the corner! 🧑‍🌾 Support local farmers and stock your pantry with farm fresh goods! Make sure to not miss out on their baby animal cuddling station while you're there!

🧑‍🌾 Gold Hill Farm Fest - September 15, 12PM-4PM
📍 Historic Village of Gold Hill, Gold Hill, N.C.

Find out more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/gold-hill-farm-fest/10862/

Gold Hill Farm Fest | Gold Hill, NC 28071 GOLD HILL FARM FEST PRESS RELEASE From Local Farms to Your Fork! Come out to Gold Hill’s Fall Farm Fest, Sunday, September 15, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. to support our local farmers and buy their meats,…

Whether you visit the N.C. Transportation Museum in Spencer, N.C. or the Dale Earnhardt Tribute Plaza in Kannapolis, N.C. - Rowan County has it all for any motorsports enthusiast.

Check out this article from Our State Magazine where they highlight both of these attractions and more!

3 Piedmont Pit Stops for Motorsports History | Our State From small town plazas to towering stadiums and full-scale museums, check out these new destinations along North Carolina’s Moonshine and Motorsports Trail.

🎨 Big things are coming to Waterworks Visual Arts Center! ✨ Immerse yourself in "Never Before Seen…Modern Masterpieces" featuring 40 works by 28 legendary European modernists like Kandinsky, Monet, Picasso, and de Kooning.

Discover pivotal movements from French Impressionism to Abstract Expressionism at this exhibit opening on September 17, 2024. Don't miss this chance to see iconic art in Salisbury!

🎨 "Never Before Seen...Modern Masterpieces" - Opens Sept. 17
📍 Waterworks Visual Arts Center, Salisbury, N.C.

Learn more about this incredible new exhibit:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/never-before-seen%e2%80%a6modern-masterpieces/10865/

Never Before Seen…Modern Masterpieces | Salisbury, NC 28144 Waterworks Visual Arts Center is pleased to announce a yearlong exhibition of paintings and sculptures from the private collection of the late New York philanthropists Julian and Josie Robertson.…

🎡 The Rowan County Fair is back and better than ever! 🎠 From thrilling rides and exciting games to delicious fair food and live entertainment, it's a week of fun for all ages. Come out and enjoy the tradition from September 16-21 at the Rowan County Fairgrounds. See you at the fair! 🎢🎟️

🎡 Rowan County Fair - September 16-21
📍 Rowan County Fairgrounds, Salisbury, N.C.

Find out more about this year's Rowan County Fair:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/rowan-county-fair/10849/

Photo by the Rowan County Fair

Rowan County Fair | Salisbury, NC 28144 Rowan County Fair September 16th - 21st, 2024 Fair opens Monday - Friday at 5:00pm & Saturday at 3:00 pm. Fair Closes -depending on the crowd- usually around 10:30pm with the exception of Friday night and Saturday night. Admission is $6 for Adults, children under 36 inches tall free. Seniors $3....

Join us for a taste of Germany right here in Rowan County at GermanFest 2024! 🎶🥨 From live music and cultural activities to local brews from New Sarum Brewing Company, it'll be a day filled with fun for the whole family. 🍻 Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the vibrant traditions of Germany in the heart of North Carolina!

🍻 GermanFest - September 14, 10AM - 4PM
📍 Old Stone House, Granite Quarry, N.C.

Learn more about this event presented by the Rowan Museum Inc.:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/germanfest/10842/

GermanFest | Salisbury, NC 28146 Get ready for a fantastic time at the Annual Germanfest at the Old Stone House! Dive into a day filled with lively folk dancing, unique crafts, merchants, concessions and amazing vendors. Explore the…

The 🎶 Fun in Faith 🎶 summer concert series continues tomorrow with the annual Faith Fire Department oyster roast and fish fry and a concert featuring the band Chairman of the Board!

🎶 Fun in Faith Summer Concert Series - Sept. 7, 7:30 P.M.
📍 Downtown Faith, N.C.

Learn more about the Fun in Faith concert series:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/fun-in-faith-summer-concert-series/10769/

Fun in Faith - Summer Concert Series | Faith, NC 28146 "Multiple concerts are also planned as part of Fun in Faith beginning June 22 with the Street Dance featuring The Extraordinaires. It is scheduled for 7:30-10 p.m. on Main Street. Faith’s National…

Spend your Sunday evening on the lawn of the Hall House Museum at 🎶 Bands on Bank Street 🎶 this week! Throw down a blanket, enjoy live music, food & beverages at this annual Historic Salisbury tradition.

🎶 Bands on Bank Street - September 8, 5-7 P.M.
📍 Hall House Museum, Salisbury, N.C.

Find out more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/bands-on-bank-street/10711/

Bands on Bank Street | Salisbury, NC 28145 Grab your favorite picnic blanket and invite a few friends for a beautiful Sunday evening on the Hall House lawn with local bands! This year's lineup includes Colton Sherrill, Captain Lunchbox, &…

All aboard, the Polar Express! 🚂 Take a ride on the most magical holiday train ride at the N.C. Transportation Museum this November & December! Tickets are going fast - so claim your spot on the train soon!

🚂 Polar Express - Nov. 8 - Dec. 23 Select Dates
📍 N.C. Transportation Museum, Spencer, N.C.

Visiting from out of town? Learn how you can receive FREE tickets or a VISA e-Gift Card for this spectacular event:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/polar-express/

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Riot at New Sarum Brewing Company is BACK this Saturday! 🍻 Join our original Salisbury brewery for local food, music and brews for a family-friendly afternoon featuring kids activites, food trucks, craft vendors and more!

🍻 Riot at New Sarum - September 7, 4-10 P.M.
📍 New Sarum Brewing Company, Salisbury, N.C.

Find out more:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/riot-at-new-sarum/10804/

Riot at New Sarum | Salisbury, NC 28144 Enjoy an evening of local food, local music and local brews while supporting The Bread Riot! This annual fundraiser is a family-friendly event featuring kids activities, food trucks, craft vendors,…

🍻 Bell Tower BrewFest at the Bell Tower Green is BACK! Join us in Salisbury for this original beer festival featuring breweries and cideries from all over North Carolina this October!

🍻 Bell Tower BrewFest - October 5
📍 Bell Tower Green, Salisbury, N.C.

Learn more about how you can get your FREE tickets to this event:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/bell-tower-brewfest/

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🎨 This September, Rowan County, N.C., comes alive with a rich tapestry of arts events that celebrate creativity and culture.

🎭 Whether you're drawn to visual arts, music, or theater, Rowan County invites you to immerse yourself in our vibrant artistic community this fall.

>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/blog/post/september-in-the-arts/

September in the Arts This September, Rowan County, N.C., comes alive with a rich tapestry of arts events that celebrate

☀️ From lively local fairs to unique seasonal events, there's something for everyone to enjoy as the summer fades into fall.

🍂 This September, whether you're a local or a visitor, Rowan County offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and exciting activities to make your September unforgettable.

Check out our September in Rowan County events blog post:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/blog/post/september-in-rowan-county/

September in Rowan County September in Rowan County, N.C., is a time of vibrant festivities and community gatherings that

This weekend is your final opportunity to visit Patterson Farm for their 1st ever Sunflower Festival! 🌻 Visit the farm through this Sunday for an original sunflower experience which includes pick-your-own blooms, photo ops, seasonal treats and much more!

🌻 Patterson Farm's 2024 Sunflower Festival - Now - Sept. 2
📍 Patterson Farm Market & Tours, Inc., Mount Ulla, N.C.

Read more and book your timeslot:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/event/patterson-farms-2024-sunflower-festival/10859/

Patterson Farm's 2024 Sunflower Festival | Mount Ulla, NC 28125 August 23 - September 1, 2024 Hours: Thursdays & Fridays 4pm - 7:30pm Saturdays 10am - 5pm Sundays 1pm - 5pm Join us for: A blooming sunflower field New and improved Barnyard. 1 cup of animal feed…

💒 There is nothing quite as magical as hosting your winter wedding in Rowan County.

❄️ Between the twinkling atmosphere our winter months bring, the unique transportation we have to offer and the cozy indoor venues to choose from, the love between you and your partner will be warmer and more memorable than ever.

The Perfect Winter Wedding in Rowan County:

>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/blog/post/the-perfect-winter-wedding-in-rowan-county/

The Perfect Winter Wedding in Rowan County There is nothing quite as magical as hosting your winter wedding in Rowan County. Between the

Thomas and Percy are quickly making their way to the N.C. Transportation Museum! 🚂 Haven't purchased tickets yet? It's not too late!

🚂 Day Out with Thomas - Sept. 27-29 & Oct. 4-6
📍 N.C. Transportation Museum, Spencer, N.C.

Coming from out of town? Book your stay on our site to receive FREE tickets to this event:
>>https://www.visitrowancountync.com/day-out-with-thomas-stay-play-package/

Day Out with Thomas Stay and Play Packages in Rowan County All aboard for a train ride with Thomas, meet Percy, and so much more! Our Day out with Thomas Stay and play packages are a great deal and a ton of family fun!