Community Interests If a location that is an hour from the Blue Ridge Mountains and just four hours from the North and South Carolina beaches isn't enough, Lexington's special events and everyday attractions are sure to demonstrate our ability to stand alone as a jewel of the Piedmont. The newly renovated Finch Park is a hub for community activity throughout the year. It serves as host for activities ranging from daily leisure trips, youth and adult soccer, baseball and softball games, and events such as the growing Multicultural Festival and the Fantastic July 4th Festival. If you prefer your strolls to be on a street sidewalk as opposed to a park trail, our revitalized uptown should suit you fine. An organization called Uptown Lexington, Inc. has worked feverishly to pump new life into this historical part of our City. We encourage you to walk our streets and see for yourself all of the success that has been directed that way. After your stroll of uptown, you can't go wrong by stopping in at one of our frequently visited tourist attractions. For those who appreciate fine things, the Bob Timberlake Gallery is a good choice and for those who appreciate the faster things, the Richard Childress Racing Shop and Museum is right on track. For a taste of big city atmosphere, the BBQ Festival brings over 100,000 visitors to Main Street each October and is one of the nations top 10 rated food festivals. We think these attractions along with our small town culture make Lexington a place you'll never want to leave.