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Main Text: Friday August 1 - Sunday August 3
Annual Tax Free Weekend
Back-to-school sale is held in conjunction with North Carolina's Tax Free Weekend. Merchants offer added savings on specially priced merchandise. Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 11-7.
Location:
Carolina Premium Outlets, Smithfield.
1025 Industrial Park Drive, Suite 905
Smithfield, NC 27577
Phone: Crystal Yelverton, 919 989-8757
 
 
Friday August 1
Country Tonight!
Come for a family night of Country music, old and new, with Bobby Lynn and the Country Tonight Band! Bobby previously performed with the Mel Tillis Show. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:45pm. Additional dates: 15, 22
Location:
Corner of Webb & Waddell Streets.
112 N Webb St.
Selma, NC 27576
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Bowie Martin, 252 237-6199
 
 
Friday August 1 - Sunday August 31
Teacher Appreciation Month
Teachers are encouraged to present their school ID at the Information Center to receive a FREE VIP Coupon Book! Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 11-7.
Location:
Carolina Premium Outlets, Smithfield.
1025 Industrial Park Drive, Suite 905
Smithfield, NC 27577
Phone: Crystal Yelverton, 919 989-8757
 
 
Saturday August 2 - Saturday August 30
American Music Jubilee
This Branson-style variety show will delight audiences of all ages with comedy, music and fun. Matinees: 1:40pm, Evenings: 7:40pm. Toll free 1-877-843-7839 or August Show dates: 2, 9, 14, 16, 23, 30
Location:
Rudy Theatre, Selma.
300 N. Raiford St.
P.O. Box 429
Selma, NC 27576
Admission: Call for ticket prices & availability.
Phone: Spook Joyner, 919 202-9927
 
 
Saturday August 2
NASCAR Weekly Racing - Whelen All-American Series
Catch short track asphalt racing with Late Model Stock, Limited Late Model, Super Stock, Street Stock, 4 Cylinder Modified 4's, UCar, V-6 UCar. Event time: 6:30pm. Additional date: 30
Location:
8071 Newsome Mill Rd, Kenly.
8071 Newsome Mill Rd.
Lucama, NC 27851
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Becky Dixon Boone, 919 284-1114
 
 
Thursday August 7
Breakfast Club/Town Square Concert Series
Bring a blanket or sit on the grass and enjoy the music. Refreshments, including soft drinks, beer and wine will be available. Event time: 7pm-9pm.
Location:
Main Street & O'Neil Street.
Admission: Free.
Phone: Bruce Naegelen, 919 553-1545
 
 
Friday August 8 - Saturday August 9
Country Music Showcase: Gospel Jubilee
Voices of faith are raised in song as the CMS cast presents an inspirational evening of good ole gospel music rooted in southern tradition. Event time Friday 7pm, Saturday 2pm & 7pm.
Location:
Paul A. Johnston Auditorium, Johnston Community College, Smithfield.
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Debbie Elam, 919 209-2099
 
 
Friday August 8
Country Tonight!
Come for a family night of Country music, old and new, with Nancy & Tammy Dail and the Country Roads Band. Enjoy the comedian antics of Charles Meacomes as "Tater Roads." Doors open at 7pm, Show starts at 7:45pm.
Location:
Corner of Webb & Waddell Streets.
112 N Webb St.
Selma, NC 27576
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Bowie Martin, 252 237-6199
 
 
Friday August 15
Country Tonight!
Enjoy a country music show with comedy. Featured bands include Nancy & Tammy Dail and the Country Roads Band; The Malpass Brothers; Eric Strickland and the Nashville Rash; The Mike Baker band with Tina Seldin Cash; and Russ Varnell and the Too Country Band with Joy Williams. Featured comedians include "Tater Roads", "Cousin Brother" and "Bubba Ray"! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:45pm.
Location:
Corner of Webb & Waddell Streets, Selma.
112 N Webb St.
Selma, NC 27576
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Bowie Martin, 252 237-6199
 
 
Friday August 22
Country Tonight!
Enjoy a country music show with comedy. Featured bands include Nancy & Tammy Dail and the Country Roads Band; The Malpass Brothers; Eric Strickland and the Nashville Rash; The Mike Baker band with Tina Seldin Cash; and Russ Varnell and the Too Country Band with Joy Williams. Featured comedians include "Tater Roads", "Cousin Brother" and "Bubba Ray"! Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 7:45pm.
Location:
Corner of Webb & Waddell Streets, Selma.
112 N Webb St.
Selma, NC 27576
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Bowie Martin, 252 237-6199
 
 
Saturday August 23
Summer Seasonal Living History Program & Artillery Demonstration
Interpreters dressed in period costumes will demonstrate the activities of the common North Carolina soldier--small arms firing, close order drill, and the provisions issued to Civil War soldiers. Event time 10am-4pm.
Location:
Bentonville Battlefield State Historic Site, Four Oaks.
5466 Harper House Rd.
Four Oaks, NC 27524
Admission: Free.
Phone: Derrick Brown, 910 594-0789
 
 
Thursday August 28
Sundown in Downtown
Bring your family and enjoy a concert under the stars featuring The Band of Oz. Event time: 5:30pm-9pm.
Location:
Singing Grove, Benson
Admission: Free.
Phone: Loretta Byrd, 919 894-3825
 
 
Friday August 29 - Monday September 1
Annual Labor Day Sidewalk Sale
Merchants offer special savings of 25% to 65% off all specially priced merchandise. Hours: Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 11-7.
Location:
Carolina Premium Outlets, Smithfield.
1025 Industrial Park Drive, Suite 905
Smithfield, NC 27577
Phone: Crystal Yelverton, 919 989-8757
 
 
Friday August 29
Country Tonight!
Come for a family night of Country music, old and new, with Nancy & Tammy Dail and the Country Roads Band. Enjoy the comedian antics of Charles Meacomes as "Tater Roads." Doors open at 7pm, Show starts at 7:45pm.
Location:
Corner of Webb & Waddell Streets.
112 N Webb St.
Selma, NC 27576
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Bowie Martin, 252 237-6199
 
 
Saturday August 30
Johnston County Horse Show Series
This show series is dedicated to offering a fun and exciting horse show while still maintaining a down home atmosphere that encourages family participation. Open to riders and horses/mules from all riding levels, breeds & disciplines. Event time: 8:30am
Location:
Johnston County Livestock Arena, Smithfield.
Admission: Free for spectators.
Phone: Michele McLaughlin, 919 934-1344
 
 
Saturday August 30
NASCAR Weekly Racing - Whelen All-American Series
Catch short track asphalt racing with Late Model Stock, Limited Late Model, Super Stock, Street Stock, 4 Cylinder Modified 4's, UCar, V-6 UCar.
Location:
8071 Newsome Mill Rd, Kenly.
8071 Newsome Mill Rd.
Lucama, NC 27851
Admission: Call for ticket prices.
Phone: Becky Dixon Boone, 919 284-1114