Explore Nash County

06/02/2026

☕🥯 Coffee, bagels, and pastries? Yes, please!

Pacelli’s Bakery and Dogwood Coffee Roasters are teaming up this Friday at 1137 Jeffreys Road.

Stop by and support local!

06/02/2026

❤️🖤 LET'S GO CANES! 🏒

Looks like Bright Penny Brewing - Rocky Mount is the place to be tomorrow night.

Who's watching? 👀🏒

🔴⚫️🏒🥅 LET’S GO CANES! Looking for a place to watch the Hurricanes tomorrow night? Bright Penny Brewing - Rocky Mount is hosting a Canes watch party for the Stanley Cup Final.

The game will be both indoors and outdoors. Wear your red, bring your friends, and let’s bring the playoff energy to Rocky Mount!

06/01/2026

☕🎉 Congratulations to Larema Coffee House on being named a Certified Destination Business by the North Carolina Department of Commerce!

Located in the heart of Downtown Rocky Mount, Larema has become a favorite gathering place for locals and visitors alike. From handcrafted coffee and delicious food to a welcoming atmosphere inside a beautifully restored historic building, Larema is helping make Downtown Rocky Mount a destination worth exploring.

Next time you're in Nash County, stop by, grab a drink, browse the famous $1 used books in the historic bank vault, and experience one of Rocky Mount's most unique local treasures.

📍 Downtown Rocky Mount
🌐 ExploreNashCounty.com

05/25/2026

Freedom isn't free. Today we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave everything. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

Summer starts TODAY in Rocky Mount!

☀️💦 Opening Weekend (May 23-25) is officially live!

​🎠 Sunset Amusement Center | 1pm-7pm | $5 (Ages 4+)

🏊‍♂️ Denton Street Pool | Sessions at 1pm & 3:30pm | $3 (Ages 2+)

​Bring the kids & beat the heat! Which one are you hitting first? 👇

05/22/2026

☀️💦 BEAT THE HEAT AT THE GLOVER PARK SPLASH PAD! 💦☀️

Looking for a fun way to cool off this summer? 😎🌈
Come enjoy the Glover Park Splash Pad. FREE to the public and perfect for all ages! 💙

📍 J.W. Glover Park
174 J.W. Glover Memorial / Lloyd Park Dr
Nashville, NC 27856

🕒 Splash Pad Hours:
💦 Monday–Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
💦 Sunday: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM

📞 For information regarding rental fees, call: 252-459-9796

Bring the kids, cool off, and make some summer memories with us at Glover Park! ☀️🌊😎

05/22/2026

TOP 5 THINGS TO DO THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN NASH COUNTY & ROCKY MOUNT

Looking for something fun to do this holiday weekend? Here are 5 great ways to spend Memorial Day weekend! ❤️🤍💙

✈️ 1. AirPower History Tour
Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport - 651 N. Airport Rd., Rocky Mount
Now through May 25- 9am - 5pm daily
See historic WWII aircraft including the famous B-29 “FIFI” and more.
More info: airpowersquadron.org

🎶 2. Relay Relay Live at Bright Penny Brewing & HopFly
1151 Falls Road, Rocky Mount
Friday at 6 PM
Kick off the weekend with great local beer, food, and live music in Rocky Mount.

🏍️ 3. Stars & Stripes “Ride, Honor, Remember”
Flying Iron Harley-Davidson 928 N. Winstead Ave, Rocky Mount, NC
Saturday from 11 AM – 3 PM
Enjoy bikes, food, community, and a chance to honor those who served.

🎸 4. Table Two Live at Bright Penny Brewing
1151 Falls Road, Rocky Mount
Saturday at 7 PM
Another great night of live music, craft beer, and downtown fun.

🦪 5. Ashton Lalyn & The Verdict at Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar
1123 Jeffreys Rd., Rocky Mount
Saturday at 7 PM
Seafood, drinks, and live music make for the perfect Saturday night.

While you’re out this weekend, don’t forget to grab breakfast or brunch at your favorite local spots, explore small shops around Nash County, and support the amazing local businesses that make our community special.

Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend as we remember and honor those who gave everything for our country. ❤️🤍💙

05/21/2026

Look to the skies… history is here at Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport! ✈️🇺🇸

The CAF AirPower History Tour is underway now through May 25, bringing historic American military aircraft to our area.

Make it a getaway with convenient hotels, dining, and things to do nearby in Rocky Mount, NC. Find places to stay at:
https://www.explorenashcounty.com/places-to-stay/

📍 Rocky Mount-Wilson Regional Airport
📅 Now through Monday, May 25, 2026
📸 by Gerry Brabham

05/15/2026

🎉 Top 5 Things To Do in Nash County & Rocky Mount This Weekend! 🎉

1️⃣ NC Sweet Potato Festival – Bailey, NC 🍠
📍 Downtown Bailey, NC
Friday & Saturday (5/15 & 5/16)
Enjoy live music, food cook-offs, food trucks, a car & bike show, and family fun all weekend long!

2️⃣ Karaoke Night at Four Boars Brew Pub 🎤
📍 Four Boars Brew Pub — 328 E. Main St., Spring Hope, NC
Friday from 6 PM – 10 PM
Grab your friends and show off your singing skills at this weekly favorite!

3️⃣ Glover Park Ribbon Cutting ✂️
📍 174 J.W. Glover Memorial Park Drive, Nashville, NC
Saturday at 10 AM
Celebrate the new splash pad, pickleball courts, and shelter addition! Free hotdogs while they last. 🌭

4️⃣ Tackle the Tar 2026 Mud Run 💪
📍 Rocky Mount Sports Complex — 600 Independence Dr., Rocky Mount, NC
Saturday from 8 AM – 12 PM
Come cheer on participants as they tackle obstacles and get completely muddy! Open for the public to watch and show your support.

5️⃣ Full Day of Fun at Rocky Mount Mills 🍻🚗🎶
📍 Rocky Mount Mills — 1151 Falls Rd., Rocky Mount, NC
Saturday events include:
☕ Cars & Coffee | 8 AM – 12 PM
🎉 Block Party | 2 PM – 10 PM
🎸 Live Music in the Beer Garden featuring Killing the Void | 7 PM

What are you checking out this weekend? 👀

05/12/2026

The end of the school year is almost here… and we know parents are already looking for ways to keep the kids active, engaged, and having FUN this summer. Our Youth Sports Summer Camps presented by Pepsi Bottling Ventures are the perfect way to keep your kids moving all July long with a different sport featured each week! 🙌

📅 July 6-10 – Basketball Camp with North Carolina Wesleyan University Women's Basketball Coach Desiree Driver 🏀
https://bit.ly/youthbasketball2026
📅 July 13-17 – Futsal (Indoor Soccer) Camp with Academy SC ⚽
https://bit.ly/youthfutsal2026
📅 July 20-24 – Pickleball Camp with Joel Batchelor 🏓
https://bit.ly/youthpickleball2026
📅 July 27-July 31 – Volleyball Camp with Wilson Elite Volleyball Club Tabitha Wilcox 🏐
https://bit.ly/youthvolleyball2026l

FULL DAY CAMP INCLUDES:
✅ Sports Camp
✅ Camp T-Shirt & Camp Bag
✅ Lunch
✅ Playtime in Game Day
✅ Afternoon Activity

HALF DAY CAMP INCLUDES:
✅ Sports Camp
✅ Camp T-Shirt & Camp Bag

Spots are limited, so don’t wait until the last minute! Sign your kids up today and get ready for a summer full of fun, friendships, and sports.

Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:
Appliances, Explore Nash County, UNC Health Nash, Kristie Kandies, ReNew Nutrition, King Exterminating, Doug Henry Chevy Ford Tarboro, Hester & Tucker Attorneys at Law, East Carolina Inflatables, Pizza Inn - Rocky Mount, NC, Juice Topia, Rocky Mount Parks & Rec Athletics Division and Buffalo Wild Wings-Rocky Mount.