Friday January 27 , 2012

2011 Events and Activities in Uptown Lexington

	Events Sponsored by Uptown Lexington, Inc. appear in bold and italics. Contact Uptown Lexington at 336-249-0383 for more information on these events.
February 2 7:30 am	Uptown Lexington's Annual GroundHawg’s Day Come uptown to the Conrad & Hinkle Square and see if Lexington’s GroundHawg, Lil’ Bit, predicts if Spring is on the way. Click for more information.
April 22-23	*Inaugural BBQ Capital Cook-off* In a town known world-wide for it's heritage of slow cooking meat over hickory wood, it is no wonder that we would have a KCBS santioned cook-off. If you love great barbecue, wine, and music, you’ll want to be in Lexington for the area’s first BBQ cook-off. Sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS), the event is bringing competitive chefs and judges from across the United States. Barbecue vendors will enable you to taste a wide variety of types of barbecue. Other activities include a visit from the Johnsonville Brats Big Taste Grill, the Inaugural Southern Gateway Wine Festival, four bands, a classic motorcycle show, kids activities and much more! Check back for all the details...and check the BBQ Cook-off page!
May 27 6-8 pm	*Memorial Day Stroll & Cruise In* Come meet your friends and neighbors uptown. Listen to the Top 40 and Beach sounds of Greg and the BBQ Band in the square, a classic car cruise in around the squares and a Rap Contest on West Second Avenue. Plus arts activities coordinated by Arts United for Davidson County.
June 17 6-8 pm	*Jazzy June Stroll & Cruise In* Come meet your friends and neighbors uptown. Listen to the jazz sounds of Reggie Buie and Diana Tuffin in the square. On West 2nd Avenue, come show off your line dancing skills with the Lexington Parks and Recreation Department. Come uptown for a little music, a little shopping, and a little dining! Plus arts activities coordinated by Arts United for Davidson County.
July 8 6-8 pm	*Cycling Stroll & Cruise In* Come uptown to ride on Main Street like the racers do during the July 9th Piedmont Triad Omnium! Listen to the country sounds of Kickin' Kountry Band in the square. And...coming soon...details about a Celebrity Tricycle Race and Kids Bike Rodeo! Plus arts activities coordinated by Arts United for Davidson County.
August 5 6-8 pm	*Back to School Stroll* & Cruise In Join our merchants for specials for your back to school needs...plus it's NC Tax Free Weekend. Listen to the Christian Contemporary Praise music of Sound of Light the square. And, on West Second Avenue, show off your best shagging moves with Brenda Holcomb with the Lexington Parks and Recreation Department. Plus arts activities coordinated by Arts United for Davidson County.
November 19 6:30 pm	4th Annual Lighting of the Trees On Saturday evening, join us for the Annual Lighting of the uptown Lexington Trees. Follow along as each tree along Main Street is illuminated! Click here for all the details
November 20 1 – 5 pm	18th Annual Christmas Open House Throughout the Uptown Lexington District. Horse-drawn carriage rides, Santa and Mrs. Claus, activities for children, specials throughout in participating stores. FREE musical entertainment on two stages. Click here for all the details.
December 2 6 - 8 pm	Uptown Lexington Christmas Stroll Save time and energy, and still get your remaining shopping done right here in uptown Lexington. Visit our local merchants for unique gifts and great values.
December 9 6-8 pm	Uptown Lexington Christmas Stroll Join our uptown merchants for a late evening of holiday shopping. Watch for in-store specials and holiday activities.
December 16 6-8 pm	Uptown Lexington Christmas Stroll Do your last minute Christmas shopping with our local merchants while enjoying special holiday activiteis.
	Other Events in uptown Lexington. Please contact the event sponsors for more information.
May 12 5:30 - 8:30 pm	Alive After Five. Coordinated by the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, this event is held in the Lanier Hardware parking lot, at the corner of West 3rd Avenue and South State Street. Performing will be the Ross Coppley Band. For more information contact the Chamber at (336) 248-5929 or visit their website at www.lexingtonchamber.net
June 16 5:30 - 8:30 pm	Alive After Five. Coordinated by the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, this event is held in the Lanier Hardware parking lot, at the corner of West 3rd Avenue and South State Street. Performing will be the Chris Lane Band. For more information contact the Chamber at (336) 248-5929 or visit their website at www.lexingtonchamber.net
July 9 3-8 pm	4th Annual The Piedmont Triad Omnium Come and Race, or Come and Watch an exciting 1.0 mile criterium in uptown Lexington. Other races include a time trial and road race in and around Lexington. Events benefit the MS Society and other local charities. Additional details coming soon. For more information visit www.thepiedmonttriadomnium.com
June 14 5:30 - 8:30 pm	Alive After Five. Coordinated by the Lexington Chamber of Commerce, this event is held in the Lanier Hardware parking lot, at the corner of West 3rd Avenue and South State Street. Performing will be Florida Georgia Line. For more information contact the Chamber at (336) 248-5929or visit their website at www.lexingtonchamber.net
August 2 6 – 9 pm	National Night Out Coordinated by the Lexington Police Department there are exhibits by police, fire and safety units throughout Davidson County live performances by area musicians, games for kids, information booths set up by community organizations and even free hotdogs and drinks while supplies last. Contact the Lexington Police Department at 336-243-3303 for more information.
October 15 8 & 8:30 am	Barbecue Festival 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Annual Running and Walking Event that is great fun for the entire family! The 1- Mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 8 am, the 5K at 8:30 am. The 5K will proceed south to the 2.5K turn around and return to the start/finish line. The course is USATF certified with chip timing. Come compete for cash prizes in the 5K for 12 age divisions. All events start at 209 North Main Street. For registration forms and additional information visit www.barbecuefestival.com
October 22 8:30 am – 6 pm	28th Annual Lexington Barbecue Festival Held in Uptown Lexington, an eight block stretch of Main Street is closed to traffic. Come enjoy Barbecue, Entertainment, Exhibitors, Children activities and so much more. Contact The Barbecue Festival at 336-956-1880 or visit www.barbecuefestival.com for more information.
December 5 6 pm	Lexington Christmas Parade. Sponsored by the Lexington Jaycees.

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please call before making plans.