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Racing into the Holiday Spirit: Highlights from Mocksville’s 12th Annual Bed Race

Jeanna Baxter White
on December 10, 2024
A person stands smiling in front of a festive, illuminated building at night in downtown Mocksville. Behind them, a bed race is taking place with people in colorful costumes, including some dressed as Santa Claus. Spectators are gathered along the street.
Photo by Nick Cash Jones, Onyx Media Group

A Festive Dash Down Main Street

The Town of Mocksville kicked off the Christmas season with a bang on November 23rd at the 12th Annual “‘Twas the Night Before” Bed Race. This year’s event saw 18 teams racing creatively decorated beds down Main Street, delighting hundreds of spectators who lined the route to cheer them on.

Race announcer Rick Donathan kept the crowd energized with festive trivia provided by Zirrus, while DJ Barry Rentz of the Mobile Jukebox had everyone dancing in the streets. The event brought together laughter, community spirit, and holiday cheer.

A graphic with a festive checkered border showcases logos for sponsors of Mocksville's 2024 Holiday Spirit Bed Race: Workout Anytime, Main St. Brokers Mortgage, Zirrus, DCM, Trailers of the East Coast, Mocksville Tourism, and Davie County Chamber & Tourism. Text reads "Thank You Sponsors!

A Night to Remember

Mocksville’s director of marketing and community development, Jeannette Pitts, praised the event’s success. “Once again, another terrific night for Mocksville! There were lots of creative beds and several new faces!” she shared. “Welcome to our new teams and a HUGE thanks to the teams that continue to be a part of this event.”

She expressed gratitude to the event’s sponsors, which included:

  • Workout Anytime Mocksville
  • Davie County Motors
  • Main St. Brokers
  • Davie Chamber & Tourism
  • Trailers of the East Coast
  • Mocksville Tourism Authority
  • Zirrus

Pitts also recognized the contributions of the many volunteers, Town of Mocksville staff, Public Works, Parks & Grounds, the Davie County Sheriff’s Office, flag person Brooklyne Worthington, and DJ Barry Rentz.

Amid the bustling streets of Mocksville, a man in a Santa hat clutches a cup while a woman in a knit hat and scarf points excitedly. The holiday spirit is palpable as crowds gather for the Bed Race event, with buildings adorned in festive lights enhancing the joyful atmosphere.
Two women sit on folding chairs outdoors in Mocksville, wearing festive antler headbands and lit holiday necklaces, embodying the holiday spirit. They are dressed warmly in winter coats as people and holiday decorations fill the scene behind them during the lively Bed Race event.
A smiling couple dressed in hooded jackets, one in bright yellow and the other in gray, sit on bleachers at an outdoor event. The cheerful crowd around them exudes a holiday spirit, with jackets and blankets suggesting cool weather—perfect for enjoying the lively Bed Race in Mocksville.
Three people stand together at a festive outdoor event, embracing the holiday spirit. One is dressed as Santa Claus, while the other two are smiling women, one holding a gift bag. A crowd is visible in the background, with decorated buildings and streetlights celebrating the Mocksville Bed Race.
Photos Courtesy of Alyson Morse, Davie County Chamber of Commerce

A Team Effort

“It takes a TEAM to create this event, and I work with a wonderful group who leads the way!” Pitts said, giving a special shoutout to the planning committee, including fearless leader Tami Langdon, Monica Stone Huggins, Alyson Morse, Matt Davidson, Barry Rentz, and Trevor Walterman. She also acknowledged past chairpersons Denise and Jordan Hendrix for their hard work over the event’s first 11 years.

“To all our spectators who came from near and far — together you made the 2024 ‘Twas the Night Before Bed Race the best ever!” Pitts added.

A group of four in racing-themed outfits exude holiday spirit as they pose with a large check and a trophy at Mocksville's nighttime event. Set against the glow of a lit building and traffic lights, the central figure proudly holds up the bed race check high in celebration.
Fastest Team: Richardson’s Rod & Custom
Dressed in festive deer costumes, a group poses at night on a lively street brimming with holiday spirit. Gathered around a large check for Mocksville’s Bed Race event, they showcase their racing achievement amidst twinkling decorations and glowing streetlights.
Runner-Up: DDCC “Welders Express”
Photos by Nick Cash Jones, Onyx Media Group

Celebrating Winners and Creativity

With $700 in cash prizes up for grabs, teams raced for both speed and creativity. The winners included:

  • Fastest Team: Richardson’s Rod & Custom ($200)
  • Runner-Up: DDCC “Welders Express” ($125)
  • Third Place: Trailers of the East Coast ($75)
  • Best Team Spirit: Workout Anytime Mocksville ($100)
  • Most Original Bed: Davie County Motors ($100)
  • Total Package Award: S.U.R.F Board ($100) for best overall appearance, including bed decoration, message, and costumes.
A group of people in blue attire push an orange cart labeled "DCM" down a lit street at night, embodying the holiday spirit. One person holds an American flag, while another in a reindeer costume joins in the festive Mocksville bed race. Buildings and twinkling lights set the scene.
Most Original Bed: Davie County Motors
In the heart of Mocksville, amidst the Holiday Spirit, five men stand proudly with a large check on a festive, lit-up street. Four of them wear matching blue sweatshirts. Behind them, an audience is seated in front of charming brick buildings, capturing the excitement of a lively bed race event.

Complete Race Results

1st Place

Richardson’s Rod & Custom  

  • Daniel Horton
  • Kez Stockton
  • Cole Thomas
  • Gavin Lucas
  • Makayla Van Meter

2nd Place

DDCC “Welders Express” 

  • Luke Miller
  • Bailey Rogers
  • Alex Tarbet
  • Alex Torres
  • Sean Sink
Four people stand around a cart decorated to resemble a bus, labeled "Team 16," on a street in Mocksville. Embracing the Holiday Spirit, one person in a racing suit gives a thumbs-up, while another holds a slice of pizza. Two others smile in the background at this lively Bed Race event.
People in casual attire energetically push a small cart resembling a blue vehicle with "16" on it during Mocksville's lively nighttime Bed Race. Celebratory lights reflect the holiday spirit, and spectators cheer in the background.
Third Place: Trailers of the East Coast

3rd Place

Trailers of the East Coast 

  • Ashley Bailey
  • Landon Miller
  • Will Buchanan
  • Andrew Sweat
  • Britt Smith
  • Logan Walterman
In the holiday spirit, a group in hoodies and sweatpants races their homemade cart, adorned with weights and stickers, during Mocksville's famed Bed Race. Spectators cheer from the sidewalk as nearby shops glow warmly in the evening light.
Best Team Spirit: Workout Anytime Mocksville

Best Team Spirit

Workout Anytime Mocksville

  • Katie Flowers
  • Matt Pogue
  • Caleb Mathis
  • Cole Warren
  • Michael Peele
  • Faith Carpentier 
A group of six people wearing colorful shirts, leis, and hats stand on a street under the holiday spirit in Mocksville at night, smiling and holding a large novelty check. They are beside a decorated bed race cart with wheels. A lit building and a crowd are visible in the background.
Total Package Award: S.U.R.F Board

Most Original Bed Design 

Davie County Motors

  • Wuilmer Lenin Maldonado Leon
  • Franklin Noel Amador
  • Lluis Gerardo Reyes
  • Yerlin Josue Cubas
  • Roldan Omar Cubas
  • Jose Salinas 

Total Package

S.U.R.F. Board 

  • Logan Zeigler
  • Alex Hernandez
  • Sean Lane
  • Natalie Quance
  • Elliot Newsome
A group of people wearing matching shirts stands outdoors at night in front of a large, well-lit building. They are holding a decorated sled with a sign reading "Calvary West Team 4," capturing the holiday spirit amidst festive streetlights. The Mocksville bed race scene is vibrant and lively.
A man in a sparkly pink jacket speaks into a microphone at Mocksville's outdoor Bed Race, surrounded by festive lights and holiday spirit. A woman in a white hat stands beside him, as the warmly lit building frames blurred onlookers in the background.
A group of people dressed in festive red and white elf costumes stand around a decorated cart on a street at night, radiating holiday spirit. The cart, adorned with tinsel and a sign reading "TEAM 3," hints at an exciting bed race. Streetlights and buildings twinkle in the background.
Two people prepare for the Annual Bed Race parade in Mocksville, holding a large white banner. The person on the left is in a winter coat and knit hat, speaking into a microphone. The person on the right is in a suit, smiling. A crowd and streetlights capture the holiday spirit in the background.
Photos by Nick Cash Jones, Onyx Media Group

2024 Mocksville Bed Races Team Listing

Bunce Buildings – Mary Beckley Lohr, Maria Melton, Shelton Harreu, Kenny Cecil, Prosper Akobundu, Rob Shaak, James Webb

Calvary West – Caroline McClung, Emily McClung, James McClung, Levi Taylor, Louis Nicchio

DCHS Army JROTC – Max McCall, Gavin Lucus, Jayden Hilton, Paisley Seats, Callen Whitten 

Green Meadows Baptist Church “Mission 1” – Brice Wilson, Brady Everhart, Ty Greene, Luke Foster, Reese Ward

Main St. Brokers – AJ Imes, Michael Imes, Aubrey Van Dyke, James Walsh, Taha Guver

Pepsi – Ben June, Scott Lambert, Jake Nicholson, Campbell Anderson, John Smith, Antonio Lindsay

REEB Millwork – Jacob Dickson, Victor Johnson, Mike Ingram, Richard Lingerfelt, Josh Icard, Chelsea Favre

Restaurant 101 – Helena Berrier, Caswell Moore, Aubrie Pulaski, Luke Wayne, Jacob Patton 

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry –Abbie Vogel, Jason Caputo, Kalen Britt, Ismael Villaba, Maria Maturino, Vivian Moncul

PalletOne, MidEastern Karate Association, and DCHS FCA also competed. 

Looking Ahead

The Christmas season in Davie County is just getting started! Don’t miss these other family-friendly events that are sure to bring holiday cheer. Wishing everyone a joyful and healthy holiday season in 2024!

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About Jeanna Baxter White

Jeanna Baxter White is a writer and the editor of the Davie County Blog. Relentlessly curious, she loves hearing and retelling the stories of Davie County. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends or curling up with a good book.
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