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The inaugural Friends of the Lexington Library Local Author Event will take place Saturday, May 16, at Bull City Ciderworks, bringing together local and regional writers for an afternoon of storytelling, special book launches, author announcements, live music, and community connection. The free event will also feature music from Jack Riggs, along with free food, raffles, and opportunities to meet participating authors while supporting the Lexington Library.
The City of Thomasville is inviting the community to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary.
The event will take place again on Sunday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cambodian Cultural Center, located at 235 Cambodian Cultural Center Drive in Lexington.
On Saturday, February 14, 2026, the Edward C. Smith Civic Center presents Piedmont Opera, in conjunction with its beloved Opera Lite Program, for a joyful and entertaining Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day celebration filled with music, laughter and a little romance.
A calendar of activities is published on a monthly basis and is available online, by email or pickup.
On Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, at 7 pm., author Barbara Presnell and singer-songwriter Jack Riggs will present “Homecoming: A Conversation in Words and Song” at Arts | Theatre 202, located at 202 N. Main Street in Lexington.
This year’s celebration will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in downtown Thomasville, drawing thousands of visitors from across the Southeast.
The Oktoberfest activities will run throughout the day at participating bars, giving Lexington locals and visitors alike the chance to sample seasonal drinks, enjoy food specials, and soak up the festival atmosphere.
For Lexington native DaiTrell, the past decade has been more than music—it’s been a journey. Ten years after the release of his debut album The Journey, the independent artist is coming full circle, returning home to celebrate where it all began. On Saturday, September 20 at 7 p.m., Arts | Theatre 202 will host an evening that blends reflection with celebration.
Nationally touring comedian and mental health advocate Mickey Bell brought his Laugh Responsibly Tour to Center Church of Welcome, sharing both laughter and an important message about resilience and mental health. The night included a surprise moment when Davidson Local intern and Central Davidson High senior Riley Elliott — recently crowned Ms. Central Davidson — joined Bell on stage, handling the spotlight with professionalism and positivity.
This event, held twice a year in the spring and fall, has become a staple for families, collectors, and anyone who enjoys a good old-fashioned day of browsing and bargain hunting Sept. 11-13.
Bell’s story goes deeper than punchlines. Adopted at birth and later confronting a severe battle with depression, he has become a passionate advocate for mental health awareness. Bell uses his platform to encourage others to “find laughter through their pain,” turning personal struggles into a message of resilience and hope.
Fox and Olive Hosts a Creative Florals Class with Shawn Bishop.
The date will be Thursday, September 18 at the Davidson County Fairgrounds, 400 Greensboro St. Ext. The gates will open at 9:00 a.m., and admission is free for all seniors 55 and older.
On Saturday, August 9, 2025, the Edward C. Smith Civic Center in Lexington came alive with local history and art. Hosted by the Davidson County Historical Museum, Lexington Public Library, and the Civic Center, the event showcased a unique pallet wood art exhibition and explored North Carolina’s moonshine and NASCAR roots.
SATURDAY AFTERNOON AT THE SMITH – A Medley of Beautiful Art and Interesting Information
3 to 5:30 PM Saturday, August 9, 2025
The Southeast Old Threshers’ Reunion takes place July 1–5, 2025 at Denton FarmPark (1072 Cranford Rd, Denton, NC). Gates open at 8 a.m. daily.
