Events
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Events
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 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 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 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 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 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 more456 Acres of Johnston County Farmland Move Closer to Permanent Protection
Bob BackleNearly $2.72 million in state grants will support four conservation easement projects near Kenly and Selma.
Read moreKenly’s Tobacco Farm Life Museum Hosts Free Harvest Festival November 7
Bob BackleHistoric demonstrations, hands-on activities, fall games and crafts highlight a family-friendly Saturday.
Read moreKenly Trunk or Treat Brings Candy, Costumes and Family Fun October 24
Bob BackleThe annual community celebration at Kenly's recreation soccer field features decorated trunks, contests, music and inflatable games.
Read moreTCG Expo Brings Trading-Card Fans to Selma Civic Center October 24
Bob BackleHidden Temple Toys presents a Saturday gathering for trading-card enthusiasts, with Selma listed as a sponsor.
Read moreStarlight Wine Walk Brings a Friday Evening Out to Downtown Smithfield November 6
Bob BackleDowntown Smithfield's Starlight Wine Walk is listed for Friday, November 6, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Read moreSelma Gets Ready to Dance: ‘Thriller’ Flash Mob Rehearsal October 20
Bob BackleActivate Selma invites residents to join Halloween dance practices on Raiford Street ahead of a planned October performance.
Read moreWine, Jazz and Shopping Come Together at Walker’s Treasure Box in Selma October 23
Bob BackleThe downtown shop advertises a free Trump Winery tasting, hors d’oeuvres and live jazz, with advance RSVP required.
Read moreSouLe & The SuperBand Bring Free Soul and Motown Concert to Smithfield November 6
Bob BackleFall Fridays on Front Street ends with live music at the Neuse River Amphitheater, with food trucks starting at 6 p.m.
Read moreDowntown Smithfield Candy Crawl Invites Families for Halloween Treats October 29
Bob BackleCostumed children can visit participating downtown businesses Thursday, October 29, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Read moreSelma Halloween Spooktacular Brings Candy, Costumes and Downtown Fun October 30
Bob BackleA candy trail, trunk-or-treat, flash mob, car lights show and family activities highlight Selma's Halloween celebration.
Read moreFall Corvette Car Show Brings Sports Cars and Family Fun to Dunn October 17
Bob BackleCape Fear Team Corvette hosts a free-to-watch car show at Bleecker Chevrolet, with trophies, vendors and a 50/50 raffle.
Read moreDowntown Clayton Fall Bar Crawl Returns October 23
Bob BackleCostumes, specialty cocktails and Harvest Festival lights set the scene downtown.
Read moreFree Hocus Pocus Movie Night Lights Up Smithfield’s Riverfront October 24
Bob BackleReels on the River brings the Sanderson Sisters to the Neuse River Amphitheater.
Read moreBenson’s Main Street Scarecrow Contest Brings Fall Creativity Downtown
Bob BackleOriginal scarecrows line Main Street October 17–19, with judging and cash prizes October 20.
Read morePumpkin Fest and Community Market Come to Ronnie’s Berry Farm October 17
Bob BackleAn autumn market and pumpkin pie contest bring neighbors together near Angier.
Read moreCaballos Y Trokas Brings Trucks, Horses and Music to Princeton October 17
Bob BackleA one-day Princeton event celebrates customized trucks, horses, music and culture.
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