# Events & Things To Do In Valdese This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026| AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Valdese is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Valdese this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Valdese

- **Event Name**: “Standing with Steve” Fish Fry Benefit
  - **Description**: 🎉FUNDRAISER FOR PASTOR STEVE MATHEWS.!🎉 
Unfortunately our Pastor, Steve Mathews has had to endure multiple medical procedures due to a bug bite that caused him septic shock in December of 2025. Drs. had to remove both legs (below the knee), his right arm
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/valdese/standing-with-steve-fish-fry-benefit/200029889597806
  - **Venue**: United Baptist Church
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- **Event Name**: SPRING FLING VENDOR EVENT
  - **Description**: 🌸✨ SPRING FLING @ B&B! ✨🌸

Mark your calendars and come spend the day with us for a fun-filled Spring Day hosted by Buckle & Brew! ☕🌷
We’ll have these amazing local vendors set up: 
The Sparking Hour-Permanent Jewelry
The Bloom Booth 
Praise Patch
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
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  - **Venue**: Buckle & Brew
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## Trending Events in Valdese

- **Event Name**: Independence Day Celebration
  - **Description**: Celebrate our Nation's independence with live music, a classic car cruise-in, food trucks, dancing, amusement rides and of course...FIREWORKS!
  - **Venue**: Downtown Valdese
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- **Event Name**: The Tonez LIVE @ Valdese 4th of July Celebration
  - **Description**: https://www.visitvaldese.com/events/valdese-fireworks-friday-night/
  - **Venue**: Valdese, North Carolina
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- **Event Name**: 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Festival Saturday!
  - **Description**: Celebrate the Glorious Return of the Waldensians to their home valleys at the 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! 

Festival Saturday will kick off with the Waldensian Footrace, LPDA Regional Bocce Tournament, and over 140 specialty vendors lining Main Stree
  - **Venue**: Downtown Valdese
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- **Event Name**: Waldensian Festival Kick Off Celebration
  - **Description**: Join us as we kick off the Town's most cherished event! The 51st Annual Waldensian Festival will kick off Friday August 7 featuring a live performance: Band TBA

Detailed Event Schedule TBA
  - **Venue**: Downtown Valdese
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- **Event Name**: BARN QUILT PAINTING
  - **Description**: 🎨 🖌️Barn Quilt Painting Guided Class🖌️🎨 

Looking for a meaningful way to spend time together this Mother’s Day weekend?

Join us for a relaxed, hands-on morning creating your own 2ft x 2ft barn quilt—a beautiful piece you’ll both be proud to take home an
  - **Venue**: 100 Main Street W, Valdese, NC
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- **Event Name**: “VALDESE FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHTS" summer concert series - Valdese, NC
  - **Description**: “VALDESE FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHTS" featuring Gotcha Groove! Summer concert series presented by the Town of Valdese. Gotcha Groove will be performing your favorite oldies/motown, classic rock, R&B/soul, dance, and funk song from yesterday and today! We loo
  - **Venue**: Town of Valdese
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- **Event Name**: Waldensian Festival Kickoff with Southside Station
  - **Description**: Meet Southside Station: A 5-piece band of talented vocalists and musicians who play all of the legendary hits from pop, rock, dance, country, and your favorites singer-songwriters with an eclectic instrumentation. 

Having performed with Charlie Daniels,
  - **Venue**: Main Street Valdese
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- **Event Name**: Auditions:  From This Day Forward
  - **Description**: Details TBA

The outdoor drama "From This Day Forward" written by Fred Cranford is the flagship show of Old Colony Players.  The summer of 2026 will mark the 58th season of production.  This drama tells the story of the Waldenses, a people from the area k
  - **Venue**: Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre
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- **Event Name**: Movie Night on Temple Field: Disney Pixar's "Toy Story"
  - **Description**: Join us for a FREE family movie night on Temple Field! Come out and enjoy Disney Pixar's classic tale "Toy Story". Bring a blanket or chair (and lots of friends) and enjoy the show! The movie will begin at 7:30 PM and concessions will be available for pur
  - **Venue**: 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States, North Carolina 28690
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Valdese?
  - **A:** “Standing with Steve” Fish Fry Benefit (Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm at United Baptist Church), SPRING FLING VENDOR EVENT (Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm at Buckle & Brew).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Valdese this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** “Standing with Steve” Fish Fry Benefit (Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm at United Baptist Church), SPRING FLING VENDOR EVENT (Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm at Buckle & Brew).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Valdese?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Valdese on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Valdese?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Valdese?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Valdese include United Baptist Church, Buckle & Brew.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Valdese?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Valdese include Buckle & Brew.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Valdese?
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