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Community Lent Services
First Baptist will host the Lent services each Wednesday from February 25 through March 25. The service is at noon, followed by a lunch.
First Baptist Church of Albemarle
202 N 2nd Street
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!
The Uwharrie Players presents "The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!" at the Albemarle Neighborhood Theatre
Friday, February 27 at 7pm
Saturday, February 28 at 10am & 3pm
Sunday, March 1 at 3pm
Kids 13 & under get in FREE!
All others $10
There are two sides to every story, and when the Big, Bad Wolf takes the stand in Piggsylvania’s Trial of the Century, he finally gets his say. But whether he’ll get a fair trial in a corrupt piggy court is anyone’s guess. Will the pigs’ splashy puppet show make a puppet out of justice, or is the wolf’s catchy song and dance about a sneeze gone wrong all razzle-dazzle? Enter the jury box and decide the ate of Big ‘n’ Bad in this musical adaptation of the hit children’s book.
Tiny & Large: Big Friends
The show is Saturday, March 7th at 11am at the Albemarle Neighborhood Theatre.
A chance meeting during a storm leads to an unlikely friendship between Tiny and Large, inhabitants of a hidden forest far, far away. While trying to find Tiny’s family, they stumble upon lots of things that look almost-but-not-quite the same, and form a bond that proves that in all the ways that matter, we are more alike than different. This sweet story is a poignant reminder that when we put kindness first, joyous and unexpected connections abound. One-Act, approx. 35 min
This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
This is a FREE EVENT
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!
Outdoorsman's Bonanza
March 21 at the Farm Bureau Livestock Arena. Featuring over $200,000 in prizes, including vehicles, outdoor gear, cash, and more! Your ticket supports Albemarle Downtown and the Stanly Health Foundation.
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.
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.
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.












