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Halloween Musical Improv Comedy Night at Pavilion Plays October 30
Bob BackleTwo Clayton performances: family-friendly Monster Mash at 6 p.m. and noir-inspired comedy at 8 p.m.
Read moreShoe Us the Love: Clayton Woman's Club Seeks 2,500 Pairs of Shoes
Bob BackleShoe fundraiser runs through November 18 with donations accepted at 848 Parkridge Drive
Read moreRooted in NC Fest Brings Local Makers, Food and Family Fun to Clayton November 8
Bob BackleFree community festival listed for 1–5 p.m. on Briarcliff Drive; organizer listings differ on date
Read moreMain Street Trick-or-Treat Brings Halloween Fun to Downtown Clayton
Bob BackleFriday, October 30, 2026, 1–3 p.m.
Read moreAll Hallows Read Brings Spooky Stories to Clayton
Bob BackleThursday, October 29, 2026, 4–6 p.m.
Read moreSelma Christmas Parade, Tree Lighting and Fireworks Set for December 1
Bob BackleDowntown celebration starts at 6 p.m.; the parade steps off at 7 p.m.
Read moreClayton Christmas Parade Brings Holiday Cheer to Main Street December 12
Bob BackleHoliday plans for Clayton: Saturday, December 12, 11 a.m..
Read moreBenson Christmas on Main Brings Parade and Holiday Shopping December 4
Bob BackleHoliday plans for Benson: Friday, December 4, 5 to 9 p.m..
Read moreSmithfield Christmas Parade Scheduled for December 10
Bob BackleHoliday plans for Smithfield: Thursday, December 10, 7 p.m. (reported; check town updates).
Read moreFour Oaks Christmas Parade Returns to Main Street December 5
Bob BackleHoliday plans for Four Oaks: Saturday, December 5, 11 a.m..
Read moreCrescendo's Cause and Costumes Street Fest Comes to Downtown Clayton October 30
Bob BackleHalloween-themed gathering planned for East Second Street Friday from 4 to 8 p.m.
Read morePrinceton Prepares for Its Christmas Parade on December 5
Bob BackleHoliday plans for Princeton: Saturday, December 5, 1 p.m. (reported; confirm with organizers).
Read moreKenly Plans Christmas Parade December 3 and Christmas on Main December 5
Bob BackleHoliday plans for Kenly: Thursday, December 3, and Saturday, December 5, parade at 7 p.m. Thursday; Saturday celebration 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..
Read moreWilson’s Mills Tinsel Tree Lane Lights Up December 5
Bob BackleUntold stories await — discover what's shaping the world and why it matters to you.
Read moreFour Oaks Fall Oyster Roast Returns November 5 With All-You-Can-Eat Dinner
Bob BackleChamber of Commerce hosts an evening of oysters, neighbors and a silent auction at the Four Oaks Fire Department.
Read moreBenson Veterans Day of Honor Ride and Whole Hog Cook-Off Returns November 14
Bob BackleMotorcycles, barbecue, live music and community fundraising will support local veterans.
Read moreBC Big Band Brings Free Live Music to South Third Street October 27
Bob BackleTuesday evening concert in downtown Smithfield
Read moreRudy Theatre's Christmas Jubilee Opens November 10 in Selma
Bob BackleLive holiday music, comedy and family entertainment return for 37 performances through December 29.
Read moreTee Off for a Cause: Clayton's Biggest Golf Showdown Returns This November!
Bob BackleRotary Club of Clayton fundraiser honors Leigh Hudson and supports community service projects.
Read moreFaster Than Pastor 5K Brings Halloween Run to Clayton
Bob BackleSaturday, October 31, 2026, 9 a.m.
Read moreSmith’s Nursery Hosts Halloween Pumpkin Carving Contest October 30
Bob BackleCarve a pumpkin Friday, return to vote Saturday, and compete for Moonlit Hayride tickets.
Read moreClayton Veterans Recognition Ceremony Planned for November 2
Bob BackleMonday, November 2, 2026
Read moreFall Festival in Four Oaks Gets $5,000 Boost for Students
Bob BackleAmazon donation covers admission for 1,000 Four Oaks Elementary students October 23
Read moreHalloween on Main Brings Trick-or-Treat Fun to Four Oaks
Bob BackleFamilies invited downtown October 31 for an evening of costumes and treats beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Read moreHalloween Costume Party in Clayton Supports Local Youth and Families
Bob BackleDelta Sigma Theta fundraiser brings music, costumes and community support on October 31
Read moreRoad Resurfacing Planned for 13 Johnston County Roads
Bob BackleNCDOT awards contract covering about 30 miles of pavement improvements
Read moreJoCo Restaurant Week Expands Across Johnston County October 25–November 7
Bob BackleJoCo Restaurant Week expands across Johnston County October 25–November 7, 2026, with special offers and dining experiences at participating restaurants.
Read moreSmithfield Boo Bash Brings Halloween Fun for Families
Bob BackleFree family Halloween celebration at Smith-Collins Park in Smithfield on October 30, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Read moreFlowers Plantation to Host First-Ever Business Expo October 22
Bob BackleFree Clayton event will connect residents with more than 40 neighborhood businesses
Read more69 Acres of Neuse River Land Protected Near Clayton
Bob BackleConservation safeguards wetlands upstream of Clayton as future trails remain a possibility
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