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january 2026
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The Dunn Center welcomes The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz November 14, 2025 – January 29, 2026. This is a wonderful
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The Dunn Center welcomes The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz November 14, 2025 – January 29, 2026. This is a wonderful family art show to attend and will feature all your favorite Peanuts characters.
Learn more about the exhibit and Charles M. Schulz >
Secure your tickets, or purchase tickets as holiday gifts, by visiting www.etix.com/ticket/e/1053186/the-life-art-of-charles-mschulz-rocky-mount-the-dunn-center
Time
November 14 (Friday) 10:00 am - January 29 (Thursday) 5:00 pm
Location
Mims Gallery - The Dunn Center
Organizer
fri23jan7:30 pmChandler James and the Banned!Live @ The Dunn Center
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A North Carolina native, Chandler James is a Nashville recording artist determined to remember his roots. Inspired by
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| A North Carolina native, Chandler James is a Nashville recording artist determined to remember his roots. Inspired by Chris Stapleton and Brent Cobb, Chandler James Music blends outlaw, classic country with hints of southern rock and blues. He released his debut EP in 2020, followed by a string of singles, including the recent release of “Can’t Blame it on the Truck.”
Chandler James and the Banned has put on countless performances, whether it be on a stage opening for Tyler Farr at the 2023 Nashville Blooming Festival, gigging on Broadway, playing with his band at Koka Booth Amphitheatre, or at home for an audience of one- his Australian/Border Collie mix, Emmy. Chandler’s music brings people together, whether through his humor or his ability to touch the audience’s hearts with music that says the unspoken. Chandler James currently holds the title of the inaugural Got to be NC Ag Star. He splits time between touring his home state, advocating for North Carolina agriculture and local products, and embracing Music City, Nashville, Tennessee. |
TICKETS
Lower Level: $35
Upper Level: $25
Time
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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wed28jan7:30 pmWhose Live Anyway?Live @ The Dunn Center
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The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour:
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The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY?
WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions, leaving you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Audience participation is key to the show so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage! WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show as well as some exciting new ones, featuring musical direction by Laura Hall.
Featured comedians are Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, Ryan Stiles and Joel Murray.
All ages are welcomed, but please note that some “PG-13” language will be used during the performance.
FREE PARKING
Tickets:
$68 – Lower Section
$58 – Upper Section
Time
(Wednesday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Organizer
february 2026
fri06feb7:30 pmEvery Breath You Take: The Music of Sting and the Policeby Tar River Orchestra
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Get ready for an unforgettable night as the Tar River Orchestra teams up once again with Canada’s renowned Jeans ‘n Classics for The Music of
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Get ready for an unforgettable night as the Tar River Orchestra teams up once again with Canada’s renowned Jeans ‘n Classics for The Music of Sting and The Police. Experience the iconic sound of this legendary ’80s rock band with electrifying hits like “Roxanne,” “Message in a Bottle,” “Every Breath You Take,” and many more—brought to life with the power and richness of a full orchestra.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering this music for the first time, this high-energy performance will have you swaying, singing along, and smiling all night long.
Enhance your evening with a pre-concert reception featuring hors d’oeuvres and drinks (VIP ticket required).
Tickets
Premium (front section): $45
Standard (back section): $35
VIP Premium (front section + pre-concert reception): $75
VIP Standard (back section + pre-concert reception): $65
Time
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Organizer
thu12feb(feb 12)10:00 amfri27mar(mar 27)5:00 pmEric McRay Art Exhibit"Beautiful People"
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Join us for an opening day reception with eastern NC artist Eric McRay as he displays artwork in the Mims Gallery. This event and art
Event Details
Join us for an opening day reception with eastern NC artist Eric McRay as he displays artwork in the Mims Gallery. This event and art showing is FREE to the public.
Reception
February 12, 5-7pm
Mims Gallery @ The Dunn Center
“While outward beauty is often celebrated, it is the inter-beauty of the African diaspora that reveals its true power: the strength, faith, and wisdom that sustain communities across time.”
About Eric McRay
Raleigh-based artist Eric McRay, born and raised in Washington, D.C., uses collage as a means of storytelling, transformation, and connection. His work explores the human figure as an entity of change within theatrical and narrative spaces, drawing inspiration from African-American culture, Biblical themes, art history, and pop culture. At the core, McRay’s art is rooted in personal and familial relationships, seeking to balance individual memory with universal experience.“Collage is inserting pieces of the real world into a constructed one,” McRay explains. In his practice, fragments of painted papers, earlier artworks, photographs, fabric, and found imagery are cut, torn, and reassembled into layered compositions on paper, board, or canvas. This process of spontaneous invention creates works that dissolve boundaries between art and life, high culture and everyday experience. McRay earned a BFA on scholarship from the Maryland Institute College of Art and has exhibited widely since 1987. A central figure in North Carolina’s art scene, he joined Artspace in 1998 and City Market Artist Collective in 2020. His work is held in major corporate, university, and private collections, and has been featured nationally and internationally through the U.S. State Department’s Art in Embassies Program.
Visit ericmcray.com and follow mcraystudios on Facebook and Instagram.
Time
February 12 (Thursday) 10:00 am - March 27 (Friday) 5:00 pm
Location
Mims Gallery - The Dunn Center
Organizer
fri20feb7:30 pmNashville LegacyLive @ The Dunn Center
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Featuring Jason Coleman, Grandson of Floyd Cramer, and Meagan Taylor, Great-Niece of Chet Atkins Pianist Jason Coleman and
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| Featuring Jason Coleman, Grandson of Floyd Cramer, and Meagan Taylor, Great-Niece of Chet Atkins Pianist Jason Coleman and guitarist Meagan Taylor take audiences on a journey back in time to Nashville’s “golden era,” sharing the music made famous by Jason’s grandfather, piano legend Floyd Cramer, and Meagan’s uncle, guitar virtuoso Chet Atkins, as well as by the countless country, pop, and rock artists whose careers they impacted.
Plus, the concert is much more than just music.. Jason and Meagan share their own personal stories, photos, and films of growing up with their “Grandad” and “Uncle Chester,” and audiences will enjoy hearing tales of Nashville’s early recording days as told straight from the source. It’s all topped off by a series of video duets with Jason, Meagan, and their legendary predecessors that you’ll have to see to believe. |
Tickets
$35 Lower Level
$25 Upper Level
Time
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Organizer
sat21feb9:00 amOpen House Spring 2026Admissions Event
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Join us for our 2026 Spring Open House, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the many reasons you’ll fall in love with Wesleyan. While here,
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Join us for our 2026 Spring Open House, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the many reasons you’ll fall in love with Wesleyan. While here, parents and prospective students have the opportunity to:
- Take a Campus Tour Across 200 Beautiful Acres
- Receive Information on Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Speak with our Talented Faculty, Staff, and Current Students
- Learn More About the Admissions Process
- Receive On-site Admission & Scholarship Decision(s)*
- Meet & Greet with President Dr. Evan D. Duff
*Must bring transcript to be eligible.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
The Dunn Center - Garner Lobby
fri27feb7:30 pmNirvaniLive @ The Dunn Center
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For Nirvani – A Nirvana Tribute Experience, it’s much more than simply being a tribute band. It’s about paying homage to
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For Nirvani – A Nirvana Tribute Experience, it’s much more than simply being a tribute band. It’s about paying homage to a golden era in music and the unique atmosphere Nirvana contributed to that era. Nirvani embodies Cobain, Novoselic, and Grohl in their talent and authenticity. Each band member is dedicated to portraying both the appearance and playing styles of their Nirvana counterparts. This combined with their use of authentic vintage instruments makes Nirvani a live tribute concert experience that leaves audiences simultaneously satisfied and longing for more.
Tickets
$35 Lower Level
$25 Upper Level
Time
(Friday) 7:30 pm
Location
The Dunn Center – Minges Auditorium
3400 N Wesleyan Blvd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Organizer
march 2026
thu12feb(feb 12)10:00 amfri27mar(mar 27)5:00 pmEric McRay Art Exhibit"Beautiful People"
Event Details
Join us for an opening day reception with eastern NC artist Eric McRay as he displays artwork in the Mims Gallery. This event and art
Event Details
Join us for an opening day reception with eastern NC artist Eric McRay as he displays artwork in the Mims Gallery. This event and art showing is FREE to the public.
Reception
February 12, 5-7pm
Mims Gallery @ The Dunn Center
“While outward beauty is often celebrated, it is the inter-beauty of the African diaspora that reveals its true power: the strength, faith, and wisdom that sustain communities across time.”
About Eric McRay
Raleigh-based artist Eric McRay, born and raised in Washington, D.C., uses collage as a means of storytelling, transformation, and connection. His work explores the human figure as an entity of change within theatrical and narrative spaces, drawing inspiration from African-American culture, Biblical themes, art history, and pop culture. At the core, McRay’s art is rooted in personal and familial relationships, seeking to balance individual memory with universal experience.“Collage is inserting pieces of the real world into a constructed one,” McRay explains. In his practice, fragments of painted papers, earlier artworks, photographs, fabric, and found imagery are cut, torn, and reassembled into layered compositions on paper, board, or canvas. This process of spontaneous invention creates works that dissolve boundaries between art and life, high culture and everyday experience. McRay earned a BFA on scholarship from the Maryland Institute College of Art and has exhibited widely since 1987. A central figure in North Carolina’s art scene, he joined Artspace in 1998 and City Market Artist Collective in 2020. His work is held in major corporate, university, and private collections, and has been featured nationally and internationally through the U.S. State Department’s Art in Embassies Program.
Visit ericmcray.com and follow mcraystudios on Facebook and Instagram.
Time
February 12 (Thursday) 10:00 am - March 27 (Friday) 5:00 pm
Location
Mims Gallery - The Dunn Center
Organizer
april 2026
fri03apr(apr 3)1:56 pmthu28may(may 28)1:56 pmWilliam Manley and Bo Banes Exhibition
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Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible. April-May 2026
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Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible.
April-May 2026
Time
April 3 (Friday) 1:56 pm - May 28 (Thursday) 1:56 pm
Location
Gravely Gallery
Organizer
thu16apr8:00 amWesleyan Cup 2026@ Belmont Lake Golf Club
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On Thursday, April 16 2026, Wesleyan will host the 16th Annual Wesleyan Cup event at one of the finest golf courses in the state, Belmont Lake Golf Club in
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On Thursday, April 16 2026, Wesleyan will host the 16th Annual Wesleyan Cup event at one of the finest golf courses in the state, Belmont Lake Golf Club in Rocky Mount, NC. All proceeds from this event will support various efforts to help Wesleyan students in their journey for lifelong learning and achievement as they prepare to make a difference in the communities where they’ll live and serve.
Sponsorship of the Annual Wesleyan Cup also gives you the chance to enjoy a day of fun in the great outdoors while entertaining special clients, vendors or potential clients and strengthening those relationships in a unique and unforgettable atmosphere.
Time
(Thursday) 8:00 am
Location
Belmont Lake Golf Club
201 Belmont Clb Wy
may 2026
fri03apr(apr 3)1:56 pmthu28may(may 28)1:56 pmWilliam Manley and Bo Banes Exhibition
Event Details
Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible. April-May 2026
Event Details
Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible.
April-May 2026
Time
April 3 (Friday) 1:56 pm - May 28 (Thursday) 1:56 pm
Location
Gravely Gallery
Organizer
sat02may10:00 amsat12:00 pm2026 Commencement Ceremony
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North Carolina Wesleyan University’s 2026 commencement ceremony will be held May 2, 2026. Learn More>
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North Carolina Wesleyan University’s 2026 commencement ceremony will be held May 2, 2026.
Learn More>
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
june 2026
july 2026
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At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay
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At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay 101, WesWay Day, and WesWay Weekend.
Summer 2026
3 different days you can choose from!
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time
(Tuesday) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
Event Details
At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay
Event Details
At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay 101, WesWay Day, and WesWay Weekend.
Summer 2026
3 different days you can choose from!
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time
(Tuesday) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
august 2026
Event Details
At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay
Event Details
At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. WesWay is a three-part experience: WesWay 101, WesWay Day, and WesWay Weekend.
Summer 2026
3 different days you can choose from!
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time
(Tuesday) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
thu06aug(aug 6)2:01 pmthu24sep(sep 24)2:01 pmGo With The Flow Art ExhibitGo with Flow Exhibit
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Coming August-September 2026 Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible. Artists: Andrea, Haley, Cathy and
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Coming August-September 2026
Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible.
Artists: Andrea, Haley, Cathy and Lisa
Time
August 6 (Thursday) 2:01 pm - September 24 (Thursday) 2:01 pm
fri14aug(aug 14)8:00 amtue18(aug 18)8:00 pmWesWay Weekend- Fall 2026Traditional & Commuter Students
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WesWay Weekend for Fall 2026 At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and
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WesWay Weekend for Fall 2026
At NC Wesleyan, New Student Orientation is called WesWay! WesWay assists students in making the transition to college and teaches the Wesleyan way of life. Check out these orientation resources below.
Time
14 (Friday) 8:00 am - 18 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm
Location
North Carolina Wesleyan University Campus
september 2026
thu06aug(aug 6)2:01 pmthu24sep(sep 24)2:01 pmGo With The Flow Art ExhibitGo with Flow Exhibit
Event Details
Coming August-September 2026 Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible. Artists: Andrea, Haley, Cathy and
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Coming August-September 2026
Exact dates and details will be announced as soon as possible.
Artists: Andrea, Haley, Cathy and Lisa
Time
August 6 (Thursday) 2:01 pm - September 24 (Thursday) 2:01 pm
october 2026
thu01oct2:06 pmthu26nov(nov 26)2:06 pmNash County High Schools Art Exhibit
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Exact dates and details to be announced at a later date. Artists: Kelly Williams and Shelley Mahoney Exhibition Dates: October-November 2026
Event Details
Exact dates and details to be announced at a later date.
Artists: Kelly Williams and Shelley Mahoney
Exhibition Dates: October-November 2026
Time
October 1 (Thursday) 2:06 pm - November 26 (Thursday) 2:06 pm
Location
Mims Gallery - The Dunn Center
Organizer
november 2026
thu01oct2:06 pmthu26nov(nov 26)2:06 pmNash County High Schools Art Exhibit
Event Details
Exact dates and details to be announced at a later date. Artists: Kelly Williams and Shelley Mahoney Exhibition Dates: October-November 2026
Event Details
Exact dates and details to be announced at a later date.
Artists: Kelly Williams and Shelley Mahoney
Exhibition Dates: October-November 2026
Time
October 1 (Thursday) 2:06 pm - November 26 (Thursday) 2:06 pm
Location
Mims Gallery - The Dunn Center
Organizer
december 2026
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