Richmond County is ROCKIN’ with fun! Stay up-to-date with the happenings around the community through our newsletter, weekly events videos, Google calendar, and our social media! Our Google calendar includes a complete list of visitor and community events. | | What is Richmond County Tourism Development Authority? | | Since 2001, Richmond County has levied a 6% room occupancy tax in accordance to Senate Bill 92 of the General Assembly of North Carolina. Tourism funds are allocated through a grant program for events in Richmond County that bring visitors to stay overnight in our lodging facilities. Click below to see the RCTDA Grant Application, Guidelines, and more resources. | | MAKE SURE YOU ARE SUBSCRIBED! | | |
The Richmond County Tourism Development Authority (RCTDA) is solely funded by occupancy tax revenue collected from lodging facilities within the City of Rockingham. These funds are strategically reinvested into attractions, events, and initiatives that drive overnight visitation to our community. Our top priority is to promote the destinations and experiences that bring travelers to Richmond County—supporting our local businesses, boosting the economy, and fueling tourism growth.
While overnight visitation is our primary focus, we also take great pride in showcasing the vibrant, community-centered programs and events that make Rockin’ Richmond County such a special place to live, work, and visit.
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TGIFood Truck Fridays & Boxcar Concert ft. 10/23
TGIFood Truck Friday in the Hamlet Visitor's Center parking lot starts at 11am and ends at 7pm. The Hamlet Boxcar Concert featuring The Radio starts at 6pm and ends at 8pm in Main Street Park. Click on the flyers for the Facebook event pages.
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6th Annual Hinson Lake Classic 10/24
The Richmond County Disc Golf Group is hosting their 6th Annual Hinson Lake Classic on Saturday, October 24. Click on the flyers for the Facebook event page.
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NHRA Lucas Oil Double Divisional at Rockingham Dragway 10/22-10/25
The NHRA Lucas Oil Double Divisional will be at Rockingham Dragway starting on Thursday, October 22, and runs through Sunday, October 25. Click on the flyers for the Facebook event pages.
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Weekly Schedule at The Rock N Roll
See the skate schedule for the week and some upcoming events at The Rock N Roll!
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Karaoke at Striker's Lounge 10/21
Bowtie will be hosting karaoke at Striker's Lounge on Wednesday, October 21.
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Halloween Music Bingo w/ BowTie at Striker's Lounge 10/22
Halloween Music Bingo plus trivia with BowTie at Striker's Lounge on Thursday, October 22.
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Richmond Raider Marching Band Raffle 10/23
The Richmond Raider Marking Band Raffle will be on Friday, October 23. Click on the flyer for the Richmond Raider Band Facebook page.
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Beach Fever Band at Hudson Brothers Deli 10/23
Live music with the Beach Fever Band at Hudson Brothers Deli on Friday, October 23.
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DJ Roy Gee at Double Vision 10/23 & 10/24
DJ Roy Gee will be at Double Vision on Friday, October 23, and Saturday, October 24.
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Pink Out on Main Street 10/24
Pink Out on Main Street is a community Breast Cancer Awareness event taking place Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11:00 AM–1:30 PM at the Main Street Park in Hamlet, NC. The event is created to bring survivors, fighters, families, friends, local businesses, and the community together, the event focuses on awareness, early detection, education, encouragement, and support for those affected by breast cancer.
The event will feature a Breast Cancer Awareness Walk around Main Street towards the water tower and back for those that choose to participate, health and community resource information, vendors, food trucks, music, line dancing, art activities, and the Main Street Breast Cancer Awareness Window Decorating Contest. Most importantly, Pink Out on Main Street will provide a space for survivors and fighters to be seen, supported, celebrated, and reminded that they have a community standing with them.
Click on the flyer for the Facebook event page.
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Town of Ellerbe Community Yard Sale 10/24
Community Yard Sale on Saturday, October 24, from 7am-2pm in downtown Ellerbe.
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Halloween Havoc at Rockingham Speedway 10/24-10/25
MB Drift returns to Rockingham Speedway for Halloween Havoc 2026 on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25. Click on the flyer for the Facebook event page.
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Harvest Jubilee at The Cole 10/24
Harvest Jubilee will be at Richmond Community College Cole Auditorium on Saturday, October 24. Click on the flyer for the Facebook event page.
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80's night Murder in the Mixtape 10/24
80's Night Murder in the Mixtape on Saturday, October 24, at Hamlet Depot & Museums. Click on the flyer for the Facebook event page.
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Hamlet digital events calendar
Keep up with what’s happening in Hamlet using their digital events calendar linked below!
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Hamlet Boxcar Concert Series 2026
Visit Hamlet, NC announced the line-up for the 2026 Hamlet Boxcar Concert Series! Make sure to mark those calendars for seven free live music concerts in Hamlet Main Street Park!
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44th Annual Seaboard Festival
Vendor spaces for the 44th Annual Hamlet Seaboard Festival on October 31, 2026 are SOLD OUT!!!
Applications for NON FOOD vendors ONLY can still be submitted to be placed on our waiting list.
The ONLY official communication from The Seaboard Festival Planning Committee will be on our website (seaboardfestival.com) and our Facebook & Instagram pages. Any communication from any account other than The Seaboard Festival social media accounts, website or email, including but not limited to, advertisements for additions vendor spaces, requests for payments, etc., is fraudulent. To contact the planning committee, email info@seaboardfestival.com.
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2026 -2027 Performing Arts Series at Richmond Community College
Richmond Community College Cole Auditorium announced the line up for the 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series at Richmond Community College! Read more details in Richmond Observer linked below.
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America's 250- Echoes of Independence 11/10
COME CELEBRATE AMERICA 250!
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of history, music, community, and patriotism as the General Henry William Harrington Chapter, NSDAR invites you to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! Step inside the People of Colonial North Carolina exhibit and discover the diverse stories and experiences of those who called North Carolina home during the American Revolution. Children can receive a special America 250 book giveaway, making this an evening the whole family can enjoy!
Then, tap your toes to the sounds of The Axe Handlers, a fantastic bluegrass band from the Triad area of North Carolina, followed by an incredible Echoes of Independence drone show by Quantum Flight lighting up the night sky!
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
The Cole Auditorium — Hamlet, NC
6:00 PM — Doors Open & Exhibit
7:00 PM — The Axe Handlers
8:15 PM — Echoes of Independence Drone Show
FREE • Family Friendly • Everyone Welcome!
Come bring your family, invite your friends, and make memories as we Remember • Honor • Educate • Inspire while celebrating the people, stories, and ideals that shaped our nation.
Brought to you by the General Henry William Harrington Chapter, NSDAR, and sponsored by The Cole Foundation, Richmond County Tourism, and many generous donors.
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2026 Hamlet Christmas Parade of Lights 12/3
The annual Hamlet Christmas Parade of Lights in Hamlet will be on Thursday, December 3!
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2026 Ellerbe Hometown Christmas 12/4
Save the date for Ellerbe's annual Hometown Christmas on Friday, December 4. Click on the photo for the Facebook event page.
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2026 Rockingham Christmas on the Square 12/5
Save the date for the annual Christmas on the Square festival around Harrington Square in downtown Rockingham on Saturday, December 5! Find vendor applications on the City of Rockingham's website linked below.
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New Virtual Tour of The Rock!
Rockingham Dragway has added a new feature on their website- see the virtual tour linked below.
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35th Annual Jim McClure All Harley World Finals at Rockingham Dragway 10/17-10/19
The 35th Annual Jim McClure All Haryley World Finals rocked The Rock this past weekend. See our photo album courtesy of Terry Clark and from William Toler on the Richmond Observer Facebook page linked below.
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Pickin in the Pines at Millstone 4H Camp 10/17
Pickin in the Pines at Millstone 4H Camp brought lots of great live bluegrass music and delicious BBQ to raise funds for the facility. See the photo album courtesy of William Toler on the Richmond Observer Facebook page linked below.
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More Rock Nats coverage
Another photo album of NHRA Nationals at The Rock is on our website gallery on visitrichmondcounty.com thanks to Brandon Hinson of United Hot Rods. All albums are linked below.
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Richmond County is ROCKIN'!
💫 Rockin’ Richmond County showed out in 2025 and here are the receipts from Visit North Carolina to prove it!
⬆️ Richmond County ➕9.7% in tourism revenue
⬆️ Richmond County ➕4.9% in direct tourism employment
Did you know that Visit Richmond County is funded solely by the occupancy tax collected from overnight stays at lodging facilities right here in Richmond County?
That means every visitor who chooses to stay overnight in Rockin’ Richmond County is doing more than booking a room — they’re helping support tourism efforts that bring even more visitors to our community, promote our attractions and events, and strengthen our local economy.
More overnight stays mean more resources to showcase everything that makes Richmond County a destination worth discovering — from racing and outdoor recreation to festivals, attractions, local businesses and our one-of-a-kind community traditions.
So today, we simply want to say THANK YOU!
❤️ Thank you to the many visitors who choose to visit, explore and stay overnight in Rockin’ Richmond County.
❤️ And thank you to our Richmond County residents who continually welcome our visitors with the friendliness and hospitality that make our community such a special place.
Every visit matters. Every overnight stay makes an impact. And every warm Richmond County welcome gives our visitors another reason to come back.
Thank you for helping us keep Rockin’ Richmond County growing!
See the full report linked below!
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NHRA 2027 Schedule Released
The 2027 NHRA schedule was released on Thursday, August 27, with Rockingham Dragway returning September 24-26! See more details on NHRA.com linked below!
| | | | Hosting an event in Richmond County soon? We'd love to hear all about it! Send us an email with the details at visitrichmondcountync@gmail.com or click below for our event form. | | | | |
