Family events in Sanford, NC

At the Sanford Farmers Market at Pilgrim’s Sanford Agricultural Marketplace in Sanford, Agape Lavender Lab will be on site with a complete selection of lavender-focused products, crafted with ingredients informed by research to support simple daily rituals like relaxation, renewal, and a fresh start. Shoppers can also find fresh herb plants grown on the farm. Visitors are welcome to experience the scents, sample items, and explore options before choosing what to take home. If you have been curious about plant-derived, natural products and want to try them firsthand, this visit offers that opportunity. Agape Lavender Lab appears one Saturday each month, so look for them when they are in town, ask questions, and discover what suits you best.

This session offers another opportunity to try out for The Slammers at Ascend Leadership Academy. Volleyball players ages 12, 13, 14, and 15 can participate and demonstrate their skills. The announcement also notes a PDF with clickable links for more information.

Lee County Libraries brings Story Time in the Park to outdoor spaces around the community, rotating among four parks on a regular schedule. Little ones and the adults who love reading with them can enjoy stories, songs, dancing, and playful movement in the fresh air. Bring a blanket and a favorite stuffed animal to get cozy under a shelter or gazebo while the tales unfold. This welcoming program is geared to toddlers and preschoolers, with fun for all ages.

Youth Mental Health First Aid is an in-person course for adults who care about young people. It’s designed to help parents, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, and other community members learn what to look for when an adolescent (ages 12 to 18) may be dealing with a mental health or addictions challenge, or is in crisis. You will cover common youth mental health topics such as anxiety, depression, substance use, psychosis-related disorders, disruptive behavior (including ADHD), and eating disorders, along with a practical 5-step action plan for helping in both crisis and non-crisis situations. RSVP is required and the class is limited to 8 participants.

A welcoming rugby session for children under six offers a fun introduction to the sport at White Lee Playing Fields. Tailored for Year 1 kids, it focuses on simple skills, playful drills, and plenty of social time so young players can build confidence, make friends, and enjoy learning the game.

Depot Park hosts a summer concert series with live performances by local and regional bands in a relaxed outdoor setting. The event is suitable for all ages and free to attend. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets, settle in on the lawn, and enjoy the music throughout the summer.