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Stanly Arts Guild - Bid for the Cure
Please help us raise money for the
Free Mammogram Program at the Stanly Health Foundation
Calendar Of Events
Public silent auction:
● Tuesday, Sept 29 - Thursday Oct 31, 2026
152 W Main St
Come out October 7 - 9th from 9 AM - 6 PM and Saturday, October 10th from 9AM - 2 PM to support the Stanly County Public Library. Members of the Friends of the SCPL have early access on Tuesday, October 6th from 4 - 7 PM. Not only will they have books, but you can also find DVDs, CDs, Audiobook and vinyl records.
Join us Wednesday, October 7, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Whatsit Books in downtown Albemarle for a Winds of Change Postcard Party
Junie B. Jones - The Musical Jr
The Talent Company brings the beloved first-grade character to the stage this October! Follow Junie B. through new friends, adventures, and the ups and downs of growing up in this fun, family-friendly musical.
October 9, 10, 16 & 17 at 7:00 PM • October 11 & 18 at 3:00 PM
Albemarle Neighborhood Theater
Please join us as we surround Jacob and the entire Rodgers family with the same love and support they have shown so many others.
Saturday, October 10th
Starting and finishing at the YMCA Park in Albemarle
Begins at 10:00 AM
We’ll walk a loop through downtown Albemarle
$10 per walker
Children under 16 walk FREE
We will also have an ongoing 50/50 raffle, with the winner drawn at the end of the Pack Walk!
Walk for the dogs. Walk for hope. Walk for miracles. Walk for Jacob.
Dolly’s Songbook: A Tribute Concert
Join the Stanly County Historical Society for a special evening under the stars celebrating the timeless music of Dolly Parton. Featuring local vocalist Suzanne Holshouser with special friends Maegan Coble Sloan and Bradley Eudy.
Saturday, October 10, 7:00 PM
1852 Isaiah Snuggs House, Downtown Albemarle
Free! Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Social District beverages welcome.
Rain date: Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 PM.
Whether you are launching a new business, growing an existing one, or looking to strengthen your management skills, the Women Business Owners Leadership Summit offers practical tools and inspiration to help you succeed. This engaging event on Tuesday, October 13th from 9AM - 12 PM brings together experienced women leaders and business professionals to share real-world strategies that can be applied immediately in your business.
Attendees will gain valuable insights on management essentials, customer service excellence, effective networking, and HR best practices, including conflict management strategies. In addition to expert-led sessions, participants will have the opportunity to learn directly from our speakers and each other during an interactive panel discussion.
This summit is designed to help women business owners build confidence, expand their professional networks, strengthen their leadership abilities, and discover new opportunities for business growth. Whether you are an entrepreneur, manager, or aspiring business owner, you will leave with actionable ideas, meaningful connections, and renewed motivation to take your business and leadership journey to the next level.
To register for seated, click the link below:
https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=500460101
To register for online, click the link below:
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Landmark Lounge: Opera House
Step inside one of downtown Albemarle’s most historic landmarks at the next Landmark Lounge tour! Join us at the Opera House on Thursday, October 15, from 5:30–8:30 p.m. for a small-group tour and a chance to learn more about this iconic downtown building.
Enjoy beer samples and popcorn while you wait, and make an evening of it by grabbing dinner or a drink downtown before or after your tour. Tickets available HERE.
Sunday with Art - Caricature Artist - Eric Melton
Join us for the October 'Sunday with Art' at the Stanly Arts Guild and Gifts Store at 152 W.Main St in Albemarle NC. This event will be from 1:30-3:30 on Sunday October 18th. It is open to the public and no registration is required.
Here is a little about our visiting artist:
Kannapolis, NC artist Eric Melton will entertain while drawing caricatures of various attendees.
Steve Hofstetter Comedy Show
One of the world's most popular comedians with billions of views on his videos, Steve Hofstetter returns to the Albemarle Neighborhood Theatre, 219 East North St. on Friday, October 23rd at 7:30 PM with an all new set. He’s sold out shows in hundreds of cities and dozens of countries. Now is your chance to find out what the fuss is about during this no-holds-barred stand-up performance. Purchase tickets at Eventbrite.com
Coffee, Conversation & Community: Empowering Women in Business!
Calling all business-minded women in Stanly County and our neighboring areas! Whether you are a corporate CEO, a community leader, a small business owner, or running a booming start-up right from your home, this event is designed for you.
Join the Stanly County Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, October 22nd, for our Women in Business morning meetup, proudly hosted by T.R. Lawing in beautiful downtown Albemarle.
There are no formal agendas or high-pressure pitches here—just an hour of great coffee, relaxed conversation, and the opportunity to uplift and connect with fellow driven women in our community. Come share your story, swap ideas, and expand your local network before you kick off your workday!
WHEN: Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
WHERE: T.R. Lawing Realty (132 S. 2nd St., Downtown Albemarle, NC)
Reflections through the Prism of History
Stanly County Historical Society presents
“Reflections through the Prism of History”
Thursday, October 22
7:00 pm
Steven Campbell – Central UMC – Sanctuary, 172 N. 2nd St., Albemarle
Fall Festival: Downtown Trick-or-Treating
Thursday, October 29, 5:30-7:30 PM
Enjoy an evening of candy and costumes in downtown Albemarle! Bring the kids for trick-or-treating, face painting, a costume contest, food trucks, and more.
Get ready to haunt the brewery with your friends, because Uwharrie Brewing is holding its first Halloween Haunt! Join us from 7-10 PM on Saturday, October 31st, for music, brews and boos!
RTDT Music will be here to DJ the party and host our costume contests. Come dressed in your most creative, spookiest, or most niche costume, and see if you can beat your competitors! Prizes will be awarded for Best Men's Costume, Best Women's Costume and Best Couple's Costume.
Luna Pizza will be here serving until 9 PM, and we will be running all day beer specials!
Please note: This event is not geared towards children. While they are welcome with their parents, this event is geared towards the grownups!
Wednesday, November 25th at 6 PM - 10 PM, everyone's back in town and your family is taking up space in your house, so what better way to blow off some steam than the Uwharrie Brewing Thanksgiving Eve Party, 121 N. 3rd Street!!
Ryan Melquist aka Qwister will be back spinning the tunes to keep the vibe right all night long. Spudwings will be parked outside serving up the best wings and spuds in the area. Beers will be flowing, so bring grandma and your aunties, or make it a cousins event, and enjoy the night!
Recurring Events
Albemarle Downtown
Farmers Market
Albemarle Downtown Farmers Market (formerly Stanly County Farmers Market) offers fresh produce, meats, goods & more!
📍Market Station, 501 W. Main St.
🛒 Sat: May–Oct | Wed: June–Aug
⏰ 8 AM–Noon
Shop fresh, shop local in the heart of downtown!
Cooking Demonstration: Albemarle Downtown Farmers Market
Join us every second Saturday for a free 90-minute Flavor Experience designed to inspire your next meal using fresh, local ingredients you can actually find right at the market.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Live Cooking Demonstration
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Free Samples & Nutrition Q&A
This series is made possible through our partnership with NC Cooperative Extension - Stanly County
Paint a Tile: America250
Visit the Stanly Arts Guild on Saturdays to paint a tile and be part of a community mural! This special experience is in celebration of America250. There is no cost to participate, and all ages are welcome.
Saturdays, September-December, 12-3 PM
Stanly Arts Guild & Gifts
152 W Main St
Uwharrie Brewing Running Club
Run/walk group meets weekly on Thursdays at Uwharrie Brewing at 5:30pm. New runners get a free beverage.
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
Music Bingo
Join us for Uwharrie Brewing for a night of Music Bingo! Grab your friends and family and test your music knowledge. It's free to play, all ages are welcome, and the winner of each round gets a prize! Four rounds will be played, with the 4th round being a cover-all and a larger prize!
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Wed. May 20th, June 17th, July 15th, Aug.19th, Sept. 16th, Oct. 21st, Nov.18th, Dec. 16th
Stanly County Public Library
The Albemarle Branch offers a variety of programming for both children and adults. Check out their monthly calendars at the links below!
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 concerns, swap ideas and build relationships.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Contact the Albemarle Downtown staff for information about sponsorship opportunities for upcoming downtown events.