Arcade games and arcade centers have become the stuff of nostalgia. Arcade machines became wildly popular in the early 1980s after the success of still one of the most played games in 1978; Space Invaders. This addicting game started an upward trend in video games of the same style that continued into the early 80s. […]
All You Need to Know About “A Flood of Love with Bob Goff”
Rocky Mount Event Center is happy to host Bob Goff, New York Times Best Selling Author, for an upcoming event on September 13th, 2019. This author and encourager focuses on motivating others to dream big and follow through with their passions. Through the philanthropic work of Goff and his team, thousands of lives all around […]
5 Birthday Party Themes for Kids
Birthdays are a time to celebrate! Each year, whether you are excited to be another year older or not, your birthday will come around, so why not have a fun-filled party? When you were a kid, you probably counted down the days until your next birthday party. There are few things more fun than a […]
Top 5 Most Anticipated Sporting Events During the Year
The sports world is full of thrills, excitement, anticipation, and even disappointment at times. Everyone has their favorite team, and that can stir many emotions throughout the year. There are some events that fans across the US start a countdown for immediately after the final buzzer sounds. Whether you are cheering at a basketball tournament, […]
5 Ways to Get Noticed at a Trade Show
Trade shows are a place for you to gain new customers, meet new competition, and network with other businesses. They can be extremely helpful for exposing your business to new and existing markets. But what happens if you aren’t getting as much attention as you thought? In today’s blog, Rocky Mount Event Center lists five […]
Importance of Teamwork in Sports
Some level of teamwork takes place in any sporting event. One of the common challenges of working in a team setting is certain players either playing too large of a role or not pulling their weight. Today, Rocky Mount Event Center discusses why teamwork in a sporting event is essential. Increasing Cooperation Whether you are […]
Do Team Building Activities Work?
You have probably been through some team building activities at least once throughout your work career, and if you haven’t, you must have when you were younger. Do you remember the team building activity being beneficial in any way? Or were you counting down the minutes until they were done? Depending on how the activity […]
Upcoming Event: National Exposure Tournament
Rocky Mount Event Center hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year. From Grammy Award Winning Artists like Pastor Shirley Caesar to national basketball tournaments, Rocky Mount Event Center covers it all! With the summer months upon us, we’re keeping the ball rolling with one of the most anticipated events for both sports fans […]
Finding the Best Seats for a Concert
Concerts are some of the most fun events to attend. The loud music and dancing will turn any night into a blast! When you are at the concert venue or are looking at purchasing tickets, it’s important to get the tickets in the best location. But where are the ideal seats at a concert venue? […]
Back To Basics: How To Play Basketball
Basketball was invented by James Naismith in 1891, initially only having 13 basic rules and two peach baskets. This simple sport has transformed into a multi-billion dollar business played in almost every country in the world. Even with many countries adopting the gameplay, America has the largest influence on the game through the National Basketball […]