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Agricultural Fair
The concept of agricultural fairs originated in farming communities as an opportunity for folks to come together for fellowship and a celebration of the fruits of labor and bountiful harvests.
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Antique Farm Days
Each year on Father's Day Weekend this event is held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Franklin County Parks and Recreation Department on Sontag Road.
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Barn Quilt Trail
The Franklin County Barn Quilt Committee is pleased to announce The Barn Quilt Trail (BQT) has been completed and is ready for your driving pleasure!
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Come Home to a Franklin County Christmas
It's a beautiful sight in Downtown Rocky Mount with all the shops and businesses draped in "white lights" and holiday decorations.
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Court Days
Years ago, Court Days was the day the Circuit Court Judge came to town and the community gathered to buy, sell and trade goods, make music, mingle and simply take care of business! The modern-day Court Days pays homage to that tradition and offers a social setting for everyone to enjoy.
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Easter Egg Hunt
Learn about our annual Easter egg hunt!
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Family Bingo Night
Bring your luck and join us for bingo!
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Independence Festival
This annual event is held in July at Cy Dillon Football Stadium on the campus of Franklin County High School and is sponsored by the Rocky Mount Rotary Club.
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JAKES
This free event is brought to you by the National Wild Turkey Federation local chapter.
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Kids Fishing Derby
Gather up your fishing pole, bait and tackle and join us at Waid Park as we fish for trout on the Pigg River.
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Kids Fishing Day
Calling all kids 15 and under. Back again by popular demand is the DGIF youth only stocked trout pond and fishing competition at Recreation Park. Pack a lunch, grab your tackle box and fishin' rod, and see if you can win the trophy for the largest or smallest fish. 16 and older cannot assist with catching a fish, setting the hook and/or retrieving the fish per DGIF regulations. There will be trophies for the largest and smallest fish. We'll see you at the Lake!
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Movies on the Move
Get information about Movies on the Move!
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Ramble Weekend
Learn about Ramble Weekend.