SIGNATURE EVENTS

Featured Events

Strawberry Jammin'

Enjoy this spring festival celebrating all things strawberry at the Sanford Farmers' Market.

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Carolina Indie Fest

Jam out to national headliners and independent artists. Look to enjoy two two-day music fest every fall.

Broadway Our Way

Hit the streets of Broadway, NC for one fantastic, springtime festival.

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Southern Side by Side

Catch competition recreational shooting at its finest. This classic event is held each spring and fall.

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Ole Mill Crank Up

See an old saw mill come to life before your very eyes! Take this trip back in time each spring to enjoy historical demonstrations and more.

Downtown Alive! Concert Series

Free concerts in downtown Sanford. What could be better than that?

Other Signature Events

Bluegrass365

Immerse yourself year round in the sound of this popular genre.

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Ammons Farm July 4th Fireworks

Sanford celebrates the 4th in the biggest and brightest way.

Central Carolina Wedding Showcase

Save the date for this annual wedding expo spectacular at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic & Conference Center.

Lee Regional Fair

Every fall, the fair brings lots of excitement to Lee County. Come enjoy delicious food, midway rides, agricultural and commercial exhibits, and more.

StreetFest

Sanford’s biggest event of the year never fails to be a hit. Mark you calendars when the festival returns to downtown during the fall.

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Boo & Brew Ghost Tour

Have a spooky good time with this self-guided tour and haunted pub crawl in October.

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Downtown Sanford Trick-or-Treating

Scare up a spooky good time with your little ghosts and goblins every Halloween.

Holiday Shopping Punch Card Promotion

Kick off your holiday shopping with a chance to win big! This annual promotion helps drives support for local businesses in Downtown Sanford.

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Downtown Sanford Tree and Train Lighting

Join Santa as he lights up Depot Park with twinkling lights to kick off the holiday season. Enjoy performances, hot cocoa and special visits with the big man himself!

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Sanford Christmas Parade

Experience one of the largest nighttime holiday parades in the state! Marching bands, floats, vehicles and Santa Clause himself truly make the season bright.

Broadway Christmas Parade

This annual processional really lights up the holidays for Broadway residents and visitors alike.

Britton Buchanan

Sanford native and The Voice finalist returns with some very special guests!

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Music On The Mann

Enjoy Jim Quick & Coastline's swamp soul sound and catchy songs at this free outdoor concert at the Mann Center.

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Sanford Pottery Exhibition & Marketplace

Revel in the beauty of Sanford's storied tradition of clay and craft. Shop the marketplace as well for a variety of contemporary pottery pieces.

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Sanford Pottery Exhibition & Marketplace

Revel in the beauty of Sanford's storied tradition of clay and craft. Shop the marketplace as well for a variety of contemporary pottery pieces.

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Don’t miss these signature events in Sanford and Lee County that many folks look forward to with anticipation. Whether it’s StreetFest, Broadway Our Way or the Downtown Alive! Concert Series, there’s sure to be a signature event happening here that’s truly worth planning a trip for.