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

Just Added! Circus on Ice

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

THIS IS A RENTAL EVENT WITH TICKETS SOLD BY THE RENTER THROUGH THE LINK BELOW PERFORMANCES AT 3PM AND 5:30PM (1.5 HOURS EACH) An elegant ballet on ice combined with magnificent traditional circus acts. It is a real magical performance for all ages. About this event Come and have a great family time! The great […]

$15 – $25

Cornell Gunter’s Coasters

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Cornell Gunter’s Coasters 7pm Friday April 22 The Coasters are an American Rhythm & Blues and rock ‘n’ roll vocal group that had a string of hits in the late 1950s. Beginning with “Searchin” and “Young Blood”, their most memorable songs were written by the songwriting and producing team Leiber and Stoller. Although the Coasters […]

$10 – $25

Wizard of Oz

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

In-person and telephone box office will close 5pm Friday for the Memorial Day holiday weekend and will reopen 1pm on Tuesday, May 31. Tickets are available for purchase anytime through the PURCHASE TICKETS HERE! button on this page. The Wizard of Oz Thursday June 9 – 7pm Friday June 10 – 7pm Saturday June 11 […]

$10 – $25

Robeson County Christmas Show Auditions

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the year! Do you know any talented individuals that enjoy singing, dancing, and being in the spot light? If so, please share this information with them. The Carolina Civic Center hosts AUDITIONS for the region’s BEST CHRISTMAS SHOW "The 11th annual Robeson County Christmas Show." An original production directed […]

RCAC Members Exhibit Reception

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Announcing our fall RCAC Members Exhibit reception Sept 22nd from 5:30-7pm at the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater! We are still accepting submissions so if you have art that you would like to submit, please follow the link below! NO entry free, but must be an active member to submit! FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR APPLICATION 

The Neither One of Us Concert: Yolanda Rabun Sings Gladys

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

The Neither One of Us Concert: Yolanda Rabun Sings Gladys 7pm Friday September 23 Neither One of Us: Yolanda Sings Gladys is a fun, nostalgic evening of soul music recorded by the Empress of Soul, Gladys Knight, and delivered by the talented national recording and chart-topping artist, Yolanda Rabun and her astounding band. This walk […]

$15 – $30

Main Street Community Engagement Event

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

An informative evening in Downtown Lumberton. Brought to you by Main Street Lumberton and Friends. Outdoor reception to follow.

Annex Preview Celebration

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater located in Lumberton, NC will hold a special “Annex Preview Celebration” 5:30-7pm Thursday October 13 that will provide the public a glimpse of the plans and features of the annex addition that will break ground next spring. The multi-purpose addition will add 9,000-square-feet on the south side of the […]

FREE

Main Street Art Stroll

Main Street Lumberton is partnering once again with The Robeson County Arts Council to bring the Art Stroll to downtown Lumberton. The Art Stroll will take place on October 20th from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. and feature several local artists and musicians at various downtown locations. This event will allow people to take a walking […]

$10

Chatham Rabbits: Annual Bluegrass on the Blackwater Concert

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Annual Bluegrass on the Blackwater Concert: Chatham Rabbits 7pm Thursday October 27 As one of North Carolina’s most beloved roots music outfits, Chatham Rabbits has swiftly emerged from the fertile Americana scene in the Triangle. The husband-and-wife duo of Sarah and Austin McCombie favors rustic, minimalist acoustic arrangements—mainly clawhammer-style banjo and guitar that showcase deftness […]

$15 – $20