Park News
Park Events
Vendor and Sponsorship Information
Park News:
Park Events:
End of Summer Celebration
September 16, 2023
Concert begins at 6:00 PM.
Fireworks TBD
Movies in Town Center
Our movie nights come in two forms: Locust Family Movie Nights and the Locust City Cinema Party.
The Family Movie Nights are family-friendly events that typically feature an animated film (usually G or PG-rated) and offer a kid-friendly atmosphere.
The Locust City Cinema Parties offer a date-night vibe, targeting a wider range of age-groups. The Cinema Party vendors include beer and wine and will feature blockbusters and classics (PG to R rated) popular among adults.
All movies are located behind Locust City Hall, start at sundown, and usually host pre-show activities, so not all start times are the same. Check the City’s Facebook page for details as the movie dates approach
April 1st, 6:00 pm – Rio, sponsored by Mission Church
April 22nd, 6:30 pm – Coco, sponsored by Main Street Family Care
May 20th, 7:00 PM – Cars. sponsored by Whitley Automotive
June 10th, 7:30 PM – TBD, City Cinema Party
August 26th, 7:00 PM – TBD, sponsored by Locust Presbyterian Church
September 9th, 6:30 PM – TBD, City Cinema Party
September 30th, 6:00 pm – TBD, sponsored by Mission Church
October 21st, 5:30 pm – TBD, sponsored by Pinnacle Bank
2022 Locust City Cinema Parties
June 10 – TBD
September 9 – TBD
Hands on Locust
May 20th, 2023
Hands on Locust is an event that gives kids the opportunity to see a variety of service vehicles. This event is free and open to the public. We invite local businesses with service related vehicles and equipment to participate in this event. Trucks, tractors, emergency vehicles, commercial vehicles, equipment, and training resources are all welcome!
Do you own a truck, tractor, or equipment and would like to participate? Email events@locustnc.com for more information.
Christmas in Locust
Christmas Parade
December 2, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Register online here after Oct 15th.
Light Up Locust
1. Live on a public street in Locust City Limits
2. Be the primary resident of the home
3. Have an appropriate holiday display on the exterior of your home
4. Live on a street conducive for traffic flow. (Dead-end roads with no cul-de-sac, etc., may be excluded)
Reindeer Bell Hunt
Letters to Santa:
Breakfast with Santa:
December 9th, 2023
Enjoy a morning with our guest of honor, Santa Claus! Join us for fun holiday party at the Locust Community Building on Saturday, December 10th at 9, 10, or 11 AM. We will have snacks, crafts, and cookies! Entry fee is $5/person cash upon arrival. Seating is limited and registration is required. Register online here.
Locust Fall Festival
October 31, 2023, 6:00 – 8:00 PM.
The Locust Fall Festival committee has made the decision to postpone the fall fest to tomorrow, Tuesday, November 1, due to the forecasted inclement weather.
“Due to the predicted decline in the weather today, the Locust Fall Festival will be moved to Tuesday, November 1st with the same time of 6 to 8 pm. Parking will be as previously posted.Hope to see you then! 
” (Locust Fall Festival Facebook Page)
The event is organized by a committee made up of representatives from local churches and works with the Locust Parks and Recreation Department. Please email Pastor Tommy Ross from First Baptist Church for vendor information.
Dr. Tommy Ross: tommy.ross@firstbaptistlocust.com
Parking is VERY limited. You must park only in designated parking areas.
Parking locations:
- Locust City Park (Officer Jeff Shelton Drive)
- Lions Club Drive (paved parking lot only)
- Locust Elementary School Overflow Parking for Park Events (marked lot at corner of Lions Club Drive and Hwy 200N)
- Hwy 200 North Family Restaurant
- Locust Lumber Gravel Lot (next to Mechanics. On north side/park side of 24/27)
- The Mechanics Auto Shop
No Parking/Tow Zones:
- NO street parking
- NO parking in grass along Lions Club Drive (this is PRIVATE property)
- NO parking at Locust Granite and Tile
Vendor and Sponsorship Information
For information about participating as a vendor in our events or event sponsorship opportunities, please visit the sponsorship page or email Program Coordinator Jessica Honeycutt at events@locustnc.com.