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6 Unique Things To Do near Statesville This Week

Food, Music, Parade, Rodeo, Critter Camp, and Dancing. Celebrate in Iredell County near Statesville for the week before July 4, 2026. The Evening Farmers Market — Downtown Statesville (Pecan Park)Now in its 26th season, it runs every Thursday from 3:30–6:00 PM at Pecan Park in downtown Statesville. It’s a nonprofit group of local farmers, bakers, and crafters — a great place to stop after work, …

Stoning in Fulham County with Patrick Waldron

Did You Know These Movies Were Filmed in Statesville, NC?

Did you know that several productions were filmed in and around Statesville, North Carolina? My husband, Patrick Waldron, had the opportunity to work as an extra in a number of them, including Leatherheads (2008), starring George Clooney and Renée Zellweger; The Ryan White Story (1989), starring Judith Light; and A Stoning in Fulham County (1988), which featured a young Brad Pitt in one of his early roles. Patrick Waldron (right) in …

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Why Couples Are Obsessed With All-Inclusive Weddings

Planning your North Carolina wedding should feel exciting — not overwhelming. That’s exactly why more couples are choosing all-inclusive wedding venues. Instead of spending months trying to coordinate caterers, rentals, timelines, décor, bartenders, and ten different vendor group chats, couples are looking for one place that can pull everything together smoothly. At 1812 Hitching Post, couples love being able to focus more on the fun …

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Why Mother’s Day Is One of the Sweetest Times to Plan a Wedding in North Carolina

At 1812 Hitching Post, Mother’s Day weekend always brings a little extra emotion to the venue. Between garden blooms, family gatherings, and the excitement of spring wedding season, it reminds us that weddings are about more than just one day — they’re about the people who helped shape your story. For many couples, wedding planning becomes one of the most meaningful times they’ll ever spend …

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2026 Wedding Cake Trends: Single-Tier Cakes & Cupcakes Are Taking Over

2026 Wedding Cake Trends at the 1812 Hitching Post Wedding Venue (near Statesville, NC) Planning your wedding at a beautiful outdoor venue like 1812 Hitching Post? Let’s talk dessert—because 2026 couples are keeping it simple, stylish, and guest-friendly. The two biggest trends we’re seeing: And honestly? They’re the perfect fit for a charming, historic setting. Smaller & Stunning: The Single-Tier or 2-tier Cake Gone are …

Why Outdoor Historic Estate Weddings Are Trending in North Carolina

From Charlotte to Virginia, couples are trading cookie-cutter venues for places with character, history, and wide-open outdoor wedding space. And venues like 1812 Hitching Post near Statesville, North Carolina, are right at the center of that movement.

Couples want a wedding that feels like an experience, not an event. At the 1812 Hitching Post, that experience unfolds across the entire property—not just one room.