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Spongebob
The Musical
The Talent Company is thrilled to showcase, SpongeBob the Musical!
Our incredible cast has been working hard — singing, dancing, acting, and believing in themselves and Bikini Bottom — to bring this high-energy, heart-filled musical to the stage. Trust us… this is going to be the BEST DAY EVER!
Show Dates:
March 20, 21, 27 & 28 at 7:00 PM
March 22 & 29 at 3:00 PM
Location: Albemarle Neighborhood Theatre
Tickets: $10
Get ready for a splash of color, unforgettable music, and a story about friendship, courage, and saving the day — Bikini Bottom style!
Still Runs Car Show
Join us for the Annual Still Runs Car, Truck & Bike Show, one of the largest car show in the county on Saturday, May 9th 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM! Come enjoy an afternoon packed with horsepower, nostalgia, live music, and community fun.
Summertime Sip Festival
Sip, stroll, and savor fine wine and craft beverages at the Summertime Sip Festival on May 30 in downtown Albemarle! Featuring North Carolina wineries, craft beverages, food trucks, artisans, music, and more! All proceeds support Albemarle Downtown's mission of downtown beautification and small business grants.
Saturday, May 30, 2026 · 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 115 W Main Street
Albemarle Downtown Farmers Market
Albemarle Downtown Farmers Market (formerly Stanly County Farmers Market) offers fresh produce, meats, goods & crafts!
📍Market Station, 501 W. Main St.
🛒 Sat: May–Oct | Wed: June–Aug
⏰ 8 AM–Noon
Shop fresh, shop local in the heart of downtown! 💚
Music at Lulu's
Every Friday night at Lulu's Teahouse and Treasures, 124 West Main St., there is live music from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM! Come out and support local artists, have a hand-poured tea, and shop local treasures!
Coffee & Conversations
Every other Wednesday from 9:00AM to 12:00 PM at Second Street Sundries.
Indivisible Uwharrie hosts a community meet-up to connect about what's happening locally, share concerts, swap ideas and build relationships.
Badin Brews Karaoke Night
Come out every Thursday and enjoy the best night in downtown Albemarle at Badin Brews. We have craft beer, wine, a full liquor bar, and a food truck. Serenade the bartenders while they work! Karaoke with Vince starts at 7pm!
124 S. First Street
Uwharrie Brewing Running Club
Run/walk group meets weekly on Thursdays at Uwharrie Brewing at 5:30pm. New runners get a free beverage.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Contact the Albemarle Downtown staff for information about sponsorship opportunities for upcoming downtown events.








