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UPDATED – 2025 Hometown Christmas Parade Lineup

2025-12-05T10:40:57-05:00

Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 1–4 p.m. Mocksville’s Hometown Christmas Parade is a cherished tradition that has brought smiles to generations of families — and this year promises to be one of the most festive yet! Join us as we celebrate the season with the 2025 theme: “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The parade steps off at 2 p.m., but participants may begin arriving at their designated locations as early as 1 p.m. Please plan to arrive no later than 1:30 p.m. to ensure a smooth and timely start. Parents dropping off children in Rich Park:Please park at Mocksville Elementary School [...]

UPDATED – 2025 Hometown Christmas Parade Lineup2025-12-05T10:40:57-05:00

Honoring Our Heroes: Mocksville’s Tree of Honor Shines in Tribute to Service Members

2025-12-04T12:59:10-05:00

Mocksville came together this Veterans Day to honor the brave men and women who have served—and continue to serve—our nation. In a heartfelt display of gratitude, the Town dedicated a Tree of Honor in Main Street Park, a luminous symbol of remembrance and respect for America’s heroes. A Meaningful Tribute on a Sacred Day On November 11 at 11:11 a.m., community members gathered for a special lighting ceremony to unveil this year’s Tribute Tree. The significance of the date and time echoed the moment the armistice was signed to end World War I—an annual reminder of peace, sacrifice, and the cost [...]

Honoring Our Heroes: Mocksville’s Tree of Honor Shines in Tribute to Service Members2025-12-04T12:59:10-05:00

Holiday Fun on Wheels: Mocksville’s Bed Races Spark Christmas Cheer

2025-11-24T18:13:34-05:00

Main Street was filled with laughter, festive lights, and rolling beds as Mocksville kicked off the Christmas season with the 14th annual “Twas the Night Before” Bed Race on November 21. Eighteen spirited teams raced down the street while hundreds of enthusiastic spectators lined the sidewalks, cheering on one of the town’s most loved holiday traditions. A Cozy Night of Community and Christmas Spirit Families, friends, and holiday fans gathered early to find their favorite viewing spots. Race announcer Rick Donathan warmed up the crowd with Christmas trivia and music challenges, while DJ Barry Rentz of the Mobile Jukebox kept the [...]

Holiday Fun on Wheels: Mocksville’s Bed Races Spark Christmas Cheer2025-11-24T18:13:34-05:00

Help Shape Mocksville’s Future: Take the Community Survey Today!

2025-11-07T18:48:37-05:00

Jason Epley, president of Benchmark Planning, explains the process for Mocksville’s Comprehensive Plan Update and the Town’s first-ever Downtown Master Plan during the November 4th Town of Mocksville Board of Commissioners meeting.  Your input will guide the Town’s Comprehensive and Downtown Master Plans Your Voice Matters! The Town of Mocksville is asking residents, business owners, and community members to help shape the future of our town — and it starts with a survey. The Comprehensive Plan Update and Downtown Master Plan are officially underway, and the community survey is open now through the end of November 2025. This is your opportunity [...]

Help Shape Mocksville’s Future: Take the Community Survey Today!2025-11-07T18:48:37-05:00

Saluting Service: Mocksville and Davie County Unite to Honor Our Veterans All November Long

2025-11-04T16:20:45-05:00

Every November, Mocksville pauses to honor the brave men and women who have worn our nation’s uniform. These heroes are not distant figures—they’re our family members, friends, neighbors, and coworkers. They’re the people we see in line at the grocery store or cheering from the sidelines at a ballgame, each with a story of courage and sacrifice that helped preserve the freedoms we enjoy every day. This year, our community will once again come together through heartfelt tributes, ceremonies, and acts of gratitude to celebrate Davie County’s Veterans. From local school assemblies to tree lightings and picnics, there are countless ways [...]

Saluting Service: Mocksville and Davie County Unite to Honor Our Veterans All November Long2025-11-04T16:20:45-05:00

Celebrate Fall in Downtown Mocksville at The Oaks Festival – October 11th

2025-08-25T16:01:03-04:00

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 11th, 2025, and head to Downtown Mocksville for the Oaks Festival (formerly known as Autumn Equinox). From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Main Street and West Depot will be buzzing with live music, artisan shopping, delicious food, and family-friendly fun. With free admission, this is the perfect way to celebrate the season with your community! Fun for All Ages The Kids Zone will be open until 4 p.m. and filled with activities to keep little ones entertained, including face painting, inflatables, pumpkin decorating, and balloon art by Michael Decker. Adults and kids alike can shop [...]

Celebrate Fall in Downtown Mocksville at The Oaks Festival – October 11th2025-08-25T16:01:03-04:00

Music in the Square: Community Piano Ribbon Cutting Brings Art & Joy to Downtown Mocksville

2025-07-29T12:13:28-04:00

Join the Celebration on Thursday, July 31, at 11:30 a.m. Downtown Mocksville is about to hit a high note—literally! Join the Town of Mocksville on Thursday, July 31, at 11:30 a.m. at Main Street Park as we unveil the newest addition to our vibrant downtown scene: the Community Piano. This creative and heartwarming project is a labor of love by Sean Lane, an intern for the Town of Mocksville and a devoted advocate for the arts and community engagement. What started as an old, unused piano has been transformed—refurbished, retuned, and beautifully repainted—to become a lasting symbol of spontaneous creativity and [...]

Music in the Square: Community Piano Ribbon Cutting Brings Art & Joy to Downtown Mocksville2025-07-29T12:13:28-04:00

Mocksville Charts a Bold Future for Downtown: Town Explores Master Plan and Development Opportunities for Former Energy United Property

2025-06-24T17:13:19-04:00

At the June 2025 meeting of the Mocksville Board of Commissioners, town leaders shared updates about the future of downtown, including the development potential of the former Energy United property and the importance of creating a master plan to guide growth. These discussions reflect Mocksville’s commitment to thoughtful, strategic revitalization that respects the town’s character while preparing for the future. A Landmark Acquisition for Downtown Revitalization In June 2024, the Town of Mocksville purchased a key 5.08-acre parcel from Energy United for $1,985,000, marking a significant step in shaping downtown’s future. The tract, the largest contiguous property in downtown Mocksville, stretches [...]

Mocksville Charts a Bold Future for Downtown: Town Explores Master Plan and Development Opportunities for Former Energy United Property2025-06-24T17:13:19-04:00

Celebrating Parks and Grounds Appreciation Week in Mocksville

2025-06-17T13:29:30-04:00

(L to R) Back Row: Jeff Brown, Adam Sexton, Jonathan Hampton, Middle Row: Chris Vaughn, Eric Mendoza-Razo, Austin BlaskievichFront Row: Victor Calix, Wyatt Burton, Donnie Simmons Mayor Honors Local Crew for Their Hard Work and Dedication During the June meeting of the Mocksville Board of Commissioners, Mayor Will Marklin proclaimed June 15th–21st as Parks and Grounds Appreciation Week, recognizing the vital role these spaces—and the teams that maintain them—play in the quality of life in our community. “Parks and grounds are something near and dear to my heart. I just got back from spending a week with my sons in Zion [...]

Celebrating Parks and Grounds Appreciation Week in Mocksville2025-06-17T13:29:30-04:00

Full Circle: Lee Rollins Returns Home as Mocksville Town Manager

2025-06-20T10:53:29-04:00

(L to R)  Lee Rollins, Mocksville town manager; Lynn Trivette, assistant town manager/town clerk/finance director; and Donna Lawrence, administrative specialist.  Life-long Resident Brings Decades of Experience and a Heart for Community to the Role After a career spanning the private sector, regional leadership, and nonprofit work, Lee Rollins has come full circle—returning home to serve as the town manager of Mocksville, the community he has loved his entire life. A lifelong resident of Mocksville, Rollins is no stranger to its people, history, or challenges. “I love Mocksville. I live here, grew up here, and I’m only a five-minute walk from Town [...]

Full Circle: Lee Rollins Returns Home as Mocksville Town Manager2025-06-20T10:53:29-04:00
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