Roxboro: A Trip to North Carolina’s entertainment town
Located in Person County and north of Durham, Roxboro, NC is the only municipality in Person County. It was named after Roxburgh town in Scotland and its community with around 9,000 local residents is known as the “Mocassin Gap”. This small town is rich in history and entertainment, some of the historic theater you can visit in town is the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex and the Roxboro Little Theater. Downtown area is also thriving with unique shops, restaurants, bars and several hotels where tourists can stay during their visit.
Best Time to Visit
Roxboro, North Carolina, may be small in size but it has several annual events attended by locals and visitors. One of the most anticipated events is the Mayo Lake Cyclysm. This event is celebrated every third weekend of October. Another event to see is the annual Alive After 5, where hundreds of musical fans gather to listen to local bands, this happens every June and July and one of the best time to visit to witness the lively community. Travelers should book their Roxboro, NC hotels ahead of time to score best hotel deals and secure their accommodation.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Discover local entertainment as you check out some performances or concerts at the Kirby Cultural Arts Complex. Learn about the rich history of Roxboro and check out exhibits that feature athletic exploits of Roxboro in Person County Museum. This attraction is walking distance to the Hampton Inn Roxboro. Travelers who want to stay in the heart of the town and be near several restaurants and bars, they can book a room in the budget-friendly Innkeeper Roxboro, or in the cozy Americas Best Value Inn Roxboro.