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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Scotty McCreery at The Cole 11/6
The second show in the 2026-2027 Performing Arts Series at Richmond Community College Cole Auditorium presented by Richmond County Tourism Development Authority will be on Friday night, November 6, featuring Scotty McCreery.
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15th Annual Salute to Veterans at Richmond County Hospice 11/6
Richmond County Hospice is hosting their 15th Annual Salute to Veterans ceremony on Friday, November 6, from 11am-2pm. Click on the graphics for the Facebook event page.
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Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park & Parade in downtown Hamlet 11/7
The annual Veterans Day service at Veterans Memorial Park in Rockingham will be on Saturday, November 7, at 11am. The annual Veterans Day Parade & Celebration will be in downtown Hamlet on Saturday, November 7, starting at 1pm until 5pm.
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Freedom at The Rock + Ruckus & Chill Show at Rockingham Dragway 11/6-11/8
Testing and racing Friday, November 6, through Sunday, November 8, for Freedom at The Rock, plus the Ruckus and Chill Show on the front lawn on Saturday and Sunday at Rockingham Dragway. Click on the flyers for the Facebook event pages.
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71st Rockingham Rotary Fundraiser 11/3
The 71st Annual Rockingham Rotary BBQ and Raffle fundraiser will be on Tuesday, November 3, from 11am-2pm and 4pm-6pm at Richmond Community College Cole Auditorium.
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Bowtie Karaoke at Striker's Lounge 11/4
Karaoke with Bowtie at Striker's Lounge on Wednesday, November 4.
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RCCOC Open House at Keller Williams 11/5
The Richmond County Chamber of Commerce is hosting an Open House- Grand Opening Celebration for Keller Williams Mid-Carolinas on Thursday, November 5, from 4pm-6pm. Click on the flyer for the Facebook event page.
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First Friday Dance & Social Club at Hamlet American Legion 11/6
First Friday Dance and Social Club starts at 6:15pm on Friday night, November 6, at Hamlet American Legion.
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Open Mic with Amber McSwain at Hudson Brothers Deli 11/6
Open Mic with Amber McSwain at Hudson Brothers Deli on Friday, November 6.
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DJ Roy Gee at Double Vision 11/6 & 11/7
DJ Roy Gee will be at Double Vision on Friday, November 6, and Saturday, November 7.
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Hamlet Pop-Up Market around City Lake 11/7
The final Hamlet City Lake Pop-Up Market in 2026 will be on Saturday, November 7, from 9am-2pm. Click on the flyers for the Facebook event page.
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Cruisin' With Care Car Show in downown Rockingham 11/7
50% of all proceeds will be donated to the North Carolina Heroes Fund, to support our local veterans!
Registration will be from 9:00am- 10:00am, with the event itself lasting from 10:00am -12:00pm. Registration is $20 per vehicle and all makes and models are welcome. Spectators enter free.
Everyone is invited to join us for a good day of fun, cool cars, and a great day of giving back.
Click on the flyer for the Facebook event page.
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Leak Street Family Fun Day 11/7
The Leak Street Educational and Cultural Center is hosting a Fall Family Fun Day on Saturday, November 7, from 11am-3pm. See more details in Richmond Observer linked below.
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Cerebral Palsy & Down Syndrome Fun Day at Krystal Dawn Retreat 11/7
Krystal Dawn Retreat is hosting Cerebral Palsy & Down Syndrome Day on Saturday, November 7, from 1pm-4pm.
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Echoes of Independence at Richmond Community College Cole Auditorium 11/10
Celebrate America's 250th birthday at Richmond Community College Cole Auditorium on Tuesday, November 10, from 6pm-9pm. 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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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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2026 Veterans Day Parade in Hamlet 11/7
The 2026 Veterans Day Parade will be in downtown Hamlet on Saturday, November 7.
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America's 250- Echoes of Independence at The Cole 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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Ellerbe Concert Series: The Sand Band 10/29
The final concert of the Ellerbe Concert Series was on Thursday, October 29, featuring The Sand Band. See photos from William Toler on the Richmond Observer Facebook page linked below.
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Downtown Rockingham Spooktacular 10/30
Downtown Rockingham celebrated Halloween on Friday night, October 30, with the annual Spooktacular event. See our photo album courtesy of Terry Clark and from William Toler on the Richmond Observer Facebook page linked below.
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Carolina NT Productions Halloween Extravaganza at Rockingham Dragway 10/31
Carolina NT Productions brought the heat and Halloween fun to Rockingham Dragway on Saturday, October 31, with Halloween Extravaganza! See our photo album courtesy of Terry Clark linked below.
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Halloween events
Richmond County knows how to celebrate Halloween! See several photos albums on the Richmond Observer Facebook page courtesy of William Toler linked below.
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44th Annual Hamlet Seaboard Festival 10/31
The 44th Annual Hamlet Seaboard Festival on Saturday, October 31, was a huge success! See the photo album on our website gallery courtesy of Terry Clark, Robbie Singletary and Cody Mabe and photos from William Toler on the Richmond Observer Facebook page linked below. Also see the Arco Photography Facebook page for their photos and videos.
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Seaboard CSA Shag Contest at The Ballroom 10/30-10/31
The 2nd Annual Seaboard CSA Shag Contest hosted by Sam & Lisa West at The Ballroom was Friday, 10/30, and Saturday, 10/31. We will have more photos and videos from Christian Collazo of Fast Films later this week!
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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. | | | | |
