Attractions
- Live Music
- Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo
- Sam Rand Grandstand
- Animal Encounters
- Pig Jig
- Shriner's Fish Fry
- Fiber Fest
- Motorized Muscle
- Kidz Corral
- Antique Farm Equipment
- Dorton Arena
- Rides
Live Music
Third Day with Tenth Avenue North and special guest Trevor Morgan
Friday, May 18th - Dorton Arena
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Third Day
Admission Required
VIP Package 75.00
Early Entry 35.00
General Admission 22.00
General Admission Groups 17.00
Third Day the multi-platinum-selling Christian rock band will perform at the Got to be NC Festival, Friday, May 18th from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm in the Dorton Arena. Third Day was started by vocalist Mac Powell and acoustic guitarist Mark Lee. In the 90s the duo added bassist Tai Anderson, drummer David Carr and lead guitarist Brad Avery to form the band praised by Billboard magazine as "one of the best rock bands, period.” Influenced by Lynyrd Skynyrd, U2 and Rich Mullins, Third Day has garnered over 25 No. 1 singles plus multiple Grammy and Dove Awards.
Click here to purchase tickets or call 866-440-7880
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Leon Jacobs Jr.
Free Admission
May 18th - 20th at the Outdoor Dorton Arena Stage
Leon Jacob Jr.
In 1975 Leon Jacobs Jr. had a personal awakening while walking on Carolina Beach. He discovered he had one simple wish ... "To play and share music with folks that I would invite to my home or be honored to be invited to theirs. Since 2002 Leon Jacobs Jr. has dedicated his time and talents to music on a full time basis. He will be performing classics from the 50s and 60s as well as songs from his most recent album "Smoke Signal" at the Outdoor Dorton Arena Stage, May 18th - 20th.
Bluegrass Band Competition
Free Admission
Saturday, May 19th at the Outdoor Dorton Arena Stage
11:00 am
Picking and plucking bluegrass style. Bands with both traditional and contemporary styles will compete for bragging rights and cash.
1st Place - $500.00
2nd Place - $250.00
3rd Place - $125.00
To enter the Bluegrass Band Competition please click here Bluegrass Band Competition Entry Form
Bluegrass Band Competition
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Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo - $2.00 Admission
Admission to the Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo:
$2.00 for adults
Free for children 11 and under
Each attendee will receive a sheet of 24 coupons that are good towards many of the delicious products on display at the Expo.
Friday: 12 noon - 8 pm: NC Carolina Cookbook Signing - Friday Only:
Featuring your favorite NC chefs. Sponsored by Quail Ridge Book Store, Wade Ave. Raleigh
| Time | Author | Cook Book Title |
| Noon | Linda Watson | Wildly Affordable Organic, Da Capo Lifelong Books |
| 1 p.m. | Debbie Moose | Deviled Eggs, Harvard Common Press: 50 Recipes from Simple to Sassy, Fan Fare: A Playbook of Great Recipes for Tailgating or Watching the Game at Home, Wings: More Than 50 High-Flying Recipes for America’s Favorite Snack, Potato Salad: 65 Recipes from Classic to Cool |
| 2 p.m. | Jean Anderson | Love Affair with Southern Cooking, William Morrow Cookbooks |
| 4 p.m. | Foy Allen Edelman | Sweet Carolina, The University of North Carolina Press |
Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm
Sunday: 10 am - 6 pm
Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo
Registration for Vendors:
Got to be NC Food and Wine Expo |
| Information: Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo Info |
| Application: Food & Wine Expo Vendor Application |
North Carolina food companies and wineries will be sampling and selling some of the most delightful flavors NC has to offer. The Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo will be held in the Exposition Building:
Got to be NC Food & Wine Expo
Sam Rand Grandstand
Tractor Pull
Free Admission
Saturday May 19th, 2012
Sam Rand Grandstand Tractor Pull, Saturday
Loud and proud antique tractor pullers race to the finish to see whose tractor will pull the most weight on Saturday in the Sam Rand Grandstand. Admission is free.
Draft Horse Pull
Free Admission
Friday, May 18th, 2012
Kids Stickhorse Race: 4:00 p.m.
Rocky the Trick Mule: 5:30 p.m.
Draft Horse Pull 6 p.m.
Draft Horse Pull Registration Form
Children's Stickhorse Race
Rocky The Trick Mule
Free Admission
May 18th - 20th 2012
Sam Rand Grandstand
Schedule: Rocky the Trick Mule
Friday
2 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
4 p.m. Children's Stick Horse Races – Grandstand
5:30 p.m. Rocky the Trick Mule – Grandstand
7:00 p.m. Rocky the Trick Mule – near Holshouser Bldg.
Saturday
10 a.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
2 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
7 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
Sunday
10 a.m. Rocky The Trick Mule--near Holshouser Bldg.
2 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
7 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg
Rocky The Trick Mule perform amazing stunts every day at the Got to be NC Festival
Animal Encounters
Free Admission
Friday, May 18, 2012 at 6:00 p.m.
Draft Horse Pull in the Sam Rand Grandstand
May 18th - 20th
Longhorn Cattle with Dan Grove of Grove Cattle Company in the Agri-Plaza
Rockin A Ranch Petting Zoo and Educational Animal Exhibit by Ivy Almond in the Agri-Plaza
Racing Pigs by Dennis Cook Circle, everyday near the Holshouser Building
Fiber Fest offers Alpaca, Angora Goats, Angora Rabbits, Shetland Sheep at the Agri-Plaza
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Agri-Plaza
Rocky The Trick Mule
Free Admission
May 18th - 20th 2012
Sam Rand Grandstand
Schedule: Rocky the Trick Mule
Friday
2 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
4 p.m. Children's Stick Horse Races – Grandstand
5:30 p.m. Rocky the Trick Mule – Grandstand
7:00 p.m. Rocky the Trick Mule – near Holshouser Bldg.
Saturday
10 a.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
2 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
7 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
Sunday
10 a.m. Rocky The Trick Mule--near Holshouser Bldg.
2 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg.
7 p.m. Rocky The Trick Mule -- near Holshouser Bldg
Rocky The Trick Mule perform amazing stunts every day at the Got to be NC Festival
Racing Pigs by Dennis Cook Circle, everyday near the Holshouser Building
May 18th - 20th 2012
Racing Pigs Circle C
Mason's Pig Jig - Admission Required
Mason's Pig Jig 11- 2 on Saturday, May 19th 2012
More than 40 chapters of Masons will gather for the The 6th Annual Masonic Carolina Pig Jig BBQ Cook-off. Will the Hiram #40 Masonic Lodge win the grand prize once again? Food will be served to the public after judging Saturday morning beginning at 11:00 am. Tickets priceTBD. All proceeds benefit the organization's children's homes in Oxford, NC.
For more Information, Visit http://www.carolinapigjig.com
Shriners Fish Fry
Amran Shriners - Got to be NC Festival
May 18th through May 20th the Amran Shriners will be cooking up calabash style North Carolina mountain trout, catfish, hand breaded flounder, and shrimp with a side of slaw.
Carolina Fiber Fest at the Got to be NC Festival
Free Admission
May 18th -20th 2012
Carolina Fiber Fest
See the full schedule at www.carolinafiberfest.org
Carolina FiberFest proudly celebrates its 5th year. Spinners and weavers will fill the Jim Graham Building for three days to showcase fabrics made from luxurious sheep's wool, alpaca, and more.
Carolina FiberFest is wonderful shopping experience as well as a learning venue for those interested in all aspects of fiber art –"from sheep to shawl".
Learning Opportunities and Fun things to do:
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| AM | PM |
| 10:00 – 1:00 Fair Isle Knitting 101, Nancy Shroyer |
2:00 – 5:00 Beginning Knitting, Kim Garnett |
| 10:00 - 1:00 Beginning Socks, Kim Garnett |
2:00 - 5:00 Band Weaving 101, Jane Bynum |
| 10:00- 1:00 Drafting Methods, Beth Smith |
2:00 - 5:00 Plying, Beth Smith |
| 10:00 – 1:00 Cold Process Soap Making, Kate Shirley |
1:00 – 5:00 Introduction to Spinning on a Wheel, Linda Davis |
| 10:00 – 1:00 Natural Dyes – Around the House, Jane Bynum |
2:00 – 5:00 Felted Web Scarf, Cynthia Mollenkopf |
| 10:00 - 5:00 (1 hour lunch break) Beginning Bobbin Lace, Kristin Conrad |
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| 10:00 – 1:00 Introduction to Continuous Strand Weaving Carol Leigh Brack-Kaiser |
| Saturday May 19, 2012 | |
| AM | PM |
| 10:00 - 1:00 Exploring Unique Texture Patterns, Leslie Gonzalez |
2:00 – 5:00 Blocking Hand Knits, Leslie Gonzalez |
| 10:00- 1:00 Spindle Spinning for Beginners, Nancy Shroyer |
2:00- 5:00 Corespinning, Esther Rodgers |
| 10:00 – 5:00 Spinning Lace, Beth Smith |
2:00-5:00 Socks to Dye for - No Stripes, Nancy Shroyer |
| 10:00 – l:00 (1 hour lunch break) Basics of Felt making, Cynthia Mollenkou |
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| 10:00 - 1:00 Wool Bead Ring & Earrings, Vickie Clontz |
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| 10:00 - 5:00 (1 hour lunch break) From Sheep to Sheep: Needle Felt a Sheep Form Laura Frazer |
| Sunday May 20, 2012 | |
| AM | PM |
| 10:00 – 1:00 Color Pop Crochet, Samantha Burks |
2:00 – 5:00 Intro to Tunisian Crochet, Samantha Burks |
| 9:00-1:00 Wild Carding, Esther Rodgers |
2:00 - 5:00 Art Plying, Esther Rodgers |
| 9:00 – 5:00 (1 hour lunch break) Beginner Weaving on a Ridged Heddle Loom Linda Davis |
2:00 – 5:00 How to Select Color Palettes for Knitting and Other Fiber arts Nancy Shroyer |
| 10:00 - 5:00 (1 hour lunch break) Breed Study, Beth Smith |
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| 10:00 - 5:00 (1 hour lunch break) Nuno Felted Scarf, Vickie Clontz |
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| 10:00 -1:00 Left Hand Training, Nancy Shroyer |
Carolina Fiber Fest
Visitors from all over the U.S are delighted by the creative process of turning fibers into fiber art. From adorable animals to fleece, to yarn and finally a beautiful garment there is something to discover for everyone.
Visitors are encouraged to try different fiber creation activities. Fiber Arts Instructors come from all over NC to teach classes and demonstrate their specialties. For more information on FiberFest’s instructors, classes and demonstrations click here.
Motorized Muscle
Classic Cars
Free Admission
Friday, May 18th 2012
Join us for a Classic Car Cruise In - all types and eras. The classic cars will be on display Friday afternoon and evening, outside near the Dorton Arena.
Ray Price Harley Davidson Ride In
Free Admission
Saturday, May 19th 2012
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Ray Price Harley Davidson Ride In, Saturday, near the Dorton Arena
On Saturday May 19th you can hear the rumbling heart beat of hundreds of Harley Davidson motorcycles arriving by police escort. The parade will be sponsored by Ray Price Harley Davidson. Check out these high powered machines up close and find out what your reflection looks like in highly polished chrome. Motor cycles will be parked near the Dorton Arena
Chatlee Boat Show
Free Admission
May 18th -20th 2012
Chalee Boat and Marine, Sanford NC
Tractor Pull
Free Admission
Saturday May 19th, 2012
Sam Rand Grandstand Tractor Pull, Saturday
Loud and proud antique tractor pullers race to the finish to see whose tractor will pull the most weight on Saturday in the Sam Rand Grandstand. Admission is free.
Antique Tractor Parade
Free Admission
Friday: May 18th, 1:00 pm
Saturday: May 19th, 11:00 am
Sunday: May 20th, TBD
Antique Farm Equipment Exhibit
Free Admission
May 18th - 20th 2012
The largest antique farm equipment display in the Southeast with over 1,000 pieces of working equipment including hundreds of tractors representing almost any brand name you can imagine. If you would like to bring your antique farm equipment, please click here. Antique Tractor & Farm Equipment Registration
Kidz Corral
Free Admission
May 18th - 20th 2012
The Kidz Corral will be at the AgriPlaza located between the Jim Graham Building and the NC Food and Wine Expo. This is the perfect place for families to relax and enjoy kid centered activities. Teach your kids about NC agriculture with “hands on” educational activities, arts and crafts.
Antique Farm Equipment Exhibits
Antique Tractor Parade
Free Admission
Friday: May 18th, 1:00 pm
Saturday: May 19th, 11:00 am
Sunday: May 20th, TBD
Antique Farm Equipment Exhibit
Free Admission
May 18th - 20th 2012
The largest antique farm equipment display in the Southeast with over 1,000 pieces of working equipment including hundreds of tractors representing almost any brand name you can imagine. If you would like to bring your antique farm equipment, please click here. Antique Tractor & Farm Equipment Registration
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Dorton Arena
Third Day with Tenth Avenue North with special guest Trevor Morgan
Friday, May 18th
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Third Day
Admission Required
VIP Package 75.00
Early Entry 35.00
General Admission 22.00
General Admission Groups 17.00
Children are free if they are sitting on a parents lap
Third Day the multi-platinum-selling Christian rock band will perform at the Got to be NC Festival, Friday, May 18th from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm in the Dorton Arena. Third Day was started by vocalist Mac Powell and acoustic guitarist Mark Lee. In the 90s the duo added bassist Tai Anderson, drummer David Carr and lead guitarist Brad Avery to form the band praised by Billboard magazine as "one of the best rock bands, period.” Influenced by Lynyrd Skynyrd, U2 and Rich Mullins, Third Day has garnered over 25 No. 1 singles plus multiple Grammy and Dove Awards.
Click here to purchase tickets or call 866-440-7880
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Carolina Roller Girls
Saturday, May 19th, 2012
$10.00 Admission
Carolina Roller Girls at the"Got To Be NC Festival" Roller Derby in the Dorton Arena, Saturday May 19th. Your $10 ticket is good for admission all day with 5 two hour bouts running from 10 am to 10 pm. Buy tickets online (www.carolinarollergirls.com) to avoid the lines or buy tickets at the Dorton Arena on Saturday.
Who will win “Queen of the Rink”. Don't miss the Carolina Rollergirls battling along with Blue Ridge Rollergirls, Cape Fear Rollergirls and Charlotte Rollergrils:
10am - 1st bout A vs B
12pm - 2nd bout C vs D
2pm - 3rd bout A vs E
4pm - 4th bout B vs C
6pm - 5th bout E vs D
8pm - 6th bout C vs B
Registration for visiting teams will begin at 9:00 am.
Doors open at 9:30 am
The Carolina Roller Girls are members of the Womens Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). A fast paced contact sport fearlessly executed on roller skates. Using skill and strategy; The Carolina Rollergirls amaze fans with their ability to score a point under the most treacherous circumstances while looking amazing in their glamorous and colorful outfits.
Carnival Rides - Got to be NC Festival
May 18th - 20th 2012 - Got to be NC Festival
Special Offer: One parent may accompany a child under 40" in height at no additional cost when the child presents a paid ticket for the Carousel or Slide rides only.
Early Bird Special! Friday, purchase a Ride All-Day Wrist Band for $20 from noon to 5pm. The wrist band is good, Friday only, noon to midnight for unlimited rides. Ride tickets purchased after 5 p.m. on Friday will be at regular price with no wristband sales after 5 p.m.
Sunday Special: Purchase a Ride All Day Wrist Bands $20. The wrist band is good all-day Sunday, 10 am to 10 pm for unlimited rides.
Giant Ferris Wheel - Fun things to do in NC
