Alexander County

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Alexander County was established in 1847, the year of the first sale of land in the county seat (Taylorsville). With the proceeds from the sale, the first courthouse was built on the present site. When the Civil War began, Alexander County was 14 years old. The 1860 population was 5,837; yet Alexander County ranked high per capita in the number of Confederate soldiers serving in the war. The county is named in honor of the Alexander family who were leaders in Colonial North Carolina. Taylorsville is the namesake of either John Louis Taylor, Carolina agriculturist and political philosopher, or General Zachary Taylor, the 12th president of the United States.

Events from this organizer

June 2025
June 21 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

11th Annual Vertical Mile Challenge Trail Race

Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area 3451 Rocky Face Church Road, Hiddenite, NC, United States

Event: If you like an outdoor challenge, don't miss the 14th Annual Vertical Mile Challenge Trail Race on Saturday at Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area! There will be two race distances: a Vertical Mile (8 loops, approximately 16 miles) and a Half-Vertical Mile (4 loops, approximately 8 miles). The entry fee for either race is $40. Online Registration ends at […]

$40
July 2025
July 19 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Alexander County 2025 Concert Series – Caribbean Chillers + Fireworks!

Alexander County Courthouse Park 101 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: Alexander County presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series at Alexander County Courthouse Park! Free admission. Shows begin at 7 PM. The Caribbean Chillers are a Florida-based Jimmy Buffett tribute band. They are known for recreating the sights and sounds of a Jimmy Buffett concert, and are considered "Florida's Favorite Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show.

Free
August 2025
August 16 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Back to School Bash

Alexander County Courthouse Park 101 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: The public is invited to a "Back to School Bash" at Alexander County Courthouse Park. The 4th annual event is sponsored by Alexander Funeral Service. Activities will include free book bags with supplies (first-come, first-served), a free hot dog meal for the family, waterslides, music, and a treat for all the kids. Grand Prizes will be awarded every 30 […]

Free
September 2025
September 6 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Alexander County 2025 Concert Series – TRIBUTE

Alexander County Courthouse Park 101 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: Alexander County presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series at Alexander County Courthouse Park! Free admission. Shows begin at 7 PM. TRIBUTE is a celebration of The Allman Brothers Band and a powerful 8-piece group that faithfully recreates the music of one of the finest bands of all time. Since its founding in 2013, Atlanta-based TRIBUTE has earned a reputation […]

Free
September 20 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Alexander County 2025 Concert Series – Eliminator

Alexander County Courthouse Park 101 W Main Ave, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: Alexander County presents the 2025 Summer Concert Series at Alexander County Courthouse Park! Free admission. Shows begin at 7 PM. Made up of two outstanding, veteran musicians from one of the top major markets in the USA and one from across the Pond as a graduate of The British and Irish Modern Music Institute, That Lil Ol Band from […]

Free
October 2025
October 18 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Taylorsville Apple Festival

Downtown Taylorsville Main Ave Drive, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: The festival boasts 3 entertainment stages: The Main Stage on the courthouse lawn, the Gospel Stage at the west end of the festival, and the Childrens’ Stage on the east end of the festival. The Kid’s Korner is the biggest draw for our younger attendees. The Kid’s Korner has hosted in the past, pony rides, mechanical bucking bull rides, […]

Free
December 2025
December 6 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

78th Annual Alexander County Christmas Parade

Downtown Taylorsville Main Ave Drive, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: The popular parade officially kicks off the Christmas season in Alexander COunty with floats, marching bands, emergency vehicles, beauty queens, sports teams, elected officials, and much more! The parade begins on Liledoun Road, turns right onto Main Avenue through town, turns right onto Main Avenue Drive (at the old hotel), turns left onto NC Hwy 16 South (near Adams […]

Free
December 6 @ 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm

78th Annual Alexander County Christmas Parade

Downtown Taylorsville Main Ave Drive, Taylorsville, NC, United States

Event: Planning is underway for the 78th Annual Alexander County Christmas Parade, which is scheduled for Saturday, December 6 at 3:00 p.m. in downtown Taylorsville. The parade is held each year on the first Saturday in December.

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