The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater is a beautifully-restored treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places that offers visitors a unique and visually stunning experience. The theater is located at 315 North Chestnut Street in the heart of downtown Lumberton. First opened in 1928 as a vaudeville and silent film house, the theater offers a wide array of programming including live touring performances, original productions, art exhibits, films, special events and rentals.

Events

2025-26 Mainstage Performance Schedule Announced!

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

CAROLINA CIVIC CENTER HISTORIC THEATER 2025-26 SEASON SCHEDULE TOURING AND ORIGINAL MAINSTAGE PERFORMANCES The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater, located in downtown Lumberton, has announced its 2025-26 mainstage series of […]

The 14th annual Robeson County Christmas Show

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

The 14th annual Robeson County Christmas Show School Shows Nov. 24-25 Regular Shows 7pm Friday December 5 1pm Saturday December 6     7pm Saturday December 6 3pm Sunday December 7 7pm […]

$15 – $30

Warmth of Winter Holiday Market

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Get ready to unwrap the magic of local artistry! Join us at the 3rd annual Warmth of Winter - Holiday Market on Dec 13th from 12-7pm in the new Carolina […]

Hit Men of Country

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Hit Men of Country 7pm Friday January 30 Love Country Music?   You are in for a real treat when you come to see THE HIT MEN OF COUNTRY featuring five […]

$15 – $30

US Air Force Heritage Winds in Concert

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

USAF Heritage Winds 7pm Wednesday, February 11 Heritage Winds from the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band will be performing at the Carolina Civic Center and Historic Theater on […]

FREE

The Country Gentlemen Show

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Annual Bluegrass on the Blackwater Concert: The Country Gentlemen Show 7pm Thursday March 12 Few names in the bluegrass world are as celebrated as The Country Gentlemen. Their harmonious blend […]

$15 – $20

Annual My Time to Shine Talent Competition

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Annual My Time to Shine Talent Competition 7pm Saturday April 11 The very popular and competitive competition will feature approximately 20 contestants competing in all categories of talent, from singing […]

$20

Summer Musical: Hairspray

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Summer Musical:  Hairspray 7pm Wednesday June 10 7pm Thursday June 11 7pm Friday June 12 1pm Saturday June 13    7pm Saturday June 13 3pm Sunday June 14 Directed by the […]

$15 – $30