LOCAL HAPPENINGS: Moonshiners, Tonez, Statlers, and food trucks

Meet the ‘Moonshiners’ gang Saturday at Sunset Theatre

ASHEBORO — Celebrate 15 years of the Discovery Channel’s hit series “Moonshiners” with Killer Beaz, Josh Owens, Tickle, Jerry Benson and Dan Whitehurst live in Asheboro on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Sunset Theatre.

Joining the “Best Buzz in Town” on stage are the iconic personalities who helped made the series one of cable television’s most enduring successes. Fans will enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with behind-the-scenes stories, laughter and memories as Appalachian legends Josh Owens, Steve Tickle and Jerry Benson share firsthand experiences from the show and their lives beyond the cameras. 

Rounding out the all-star lineup is nationally touring comedian and former Nashville police officer Dan Whitehurst, known across the country as “America’s Funniest Cop,” bringing his own brand of clean, side-splitting comedy to an evening packed with entertainment. 

The Moonshiner Mash In is a one-of-a-kind live experience that combines Killer Beaz’s signature “Shazam!” style of comedy with the authentic stories and personalities that have made “Moonshiners” a worldwide phenomenon. Since the series premiered in 2011, millions of viewers have followed the adventures of these modern-day moonshiners. 

General Admission tickets are $38.40. VIP Meet & Greet tickets are 

$78.50 and include up front seating, meet & greet with photo op and signature card. Get a ticket link at sunsettheatre.org.

Doors open for seating at 6 p.m. for both general admission and meet & greet. The meet & greet starts at 6 p.m. and ends at 6:45.

THIS WEEK

Randleman closes out busy summer with the Tonez

RANDLEMAN — Randleman’s final Market & Music Concert Series in the downtown Commerce Square location will happen on Friday, Aug. 21. Vendors and food trucks arrive for a 5 p.m. start, and Tonez will be the musical guest and hit the stage from 7 to 10 p.m., ending a busy summer of eight such events.

Liberty Showcase Theater offers ‘The Statler Experience’

LIBERTY — Statler Brothers relatives are checking in from everywhere and heading to Liberty on Saturday, Aug. 22, for “The Statler Experience” at Liberty Showcase Theatre. Children and grandchildren of the Statler Brothers will put on a family-friendly, high-energy show featuring the Statler Brothers hits interwoven with family stories, laughter, audience participation and more. Tickets range from $39 to $79. 

Next cruising of Fayetteville Street this Saturday

ASHEBORO — The latest chapter in the monthly 2026 Asheboro Cruise-In series takes place on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 6 to 10 p.m. in the parking lot of C4 Church, 1128 N. Fayetteville St., Asheboro. Food, a cruise-in and actual cruising are all part of the free event held from 6 to 10 p.m. At least once a night, Michael Allred of the Grounded Elegance Car Club will lead participants onto Fayetteville Street for an old-fashioned cruise up and down the drag.

UPCOMING

Food Truck State Championship returns to Randleman

RANDLEMAN — Randleman will host the North Carolina Food Truck State Championship for the 13th straight year on Saturday, Aug. 29. It’s a day full of numerous food trucks and music. The food trucks will compete for prizes while offering all sorts of options for visitors, from desserts, drinks, snacks, meals and more. Meanwhile, through the day, several bands will take turns performing. Plus there’s a kids zone. The event begins at 11 a.m. and runs through 10 p.m. in Randleman’s Commerce Square  Park.

Jace Burroughs performs at Sunset Theatre Aug. 29

ASHEBORO — Jace Burroughs will make a return trip to the Sunset Theatre for a concert entitled “Timeless” on Saturday, Aug. 29. He’ll play timeless classics as well as original songs. Tickets are $15. See today’s calendar for ticket information. 

Caraway Speedway celebrates its 61st birthday

SOPHIA — Hit the stands for just $10 during Caraway Speedway’s 61st Anniversary Night event on Saturday, Aug. 29. Tickets are $10 for adults; 11 and under get in free at the trackside gates (which open at 3 p.m.) or the grandstands (which opens at 5). The event lasts from 6:30 to 10 p.m.