Holiday Dinner at The Sycamore
2025-12-16 17:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-17 17:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-18 17:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-19 17:00 - 20:30, 2025-12-20 17:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Sycamore at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 500, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Sycamore at Chatham Mills for a Holiday Dinner hosted throughout the week of Tue, Dec 16, 5pm-8:30pm. Celebrate the season in style at The Sycamore’s Holiday Dinner! Indulge in a festive Chef’s Tasting Menu ($85 per person), enjoy live holiday jazz, and make memories that sparkle. Seatings will be hosted on the following dates, with seatings available until 8:30pm:

Tue, Dec 16, 5pm-8:30pm.
Wed, Dec 17, 5pm-8:30pm.
Thu, Dec 18, 5pm-8:30pm.
Fri, Dec 19, 5pm-8:30pm.

Reservations are filling quickly — secure your table now. The menu for the evening is listed on The Sycamore’s website – click here for more details. The restaurant is ADA-compliant. Free parking is available in front of the restaurant. No pets allowed. See more events at Chatham Mills.

Jingle and Mingle with Chatham Pride Alliance
2025-12-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Thirsty Skull Brewing – Pittsboro, 684 West Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Chatham Pride Alliance for their second annual Jingle and Mingle on Thu, Dec 18, 6pm-9pm at Thirsty Skull Brewing – Pittsboro. Get ready for a festive evening of community, connection, and cheer! This gathering is more than a party – it’s a space to unwind, support one another, and strengthen the ties that make our community shine. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new friends, come as you are and share in the spirit of inclusion and joy that defines Chatham Pride.
This holiday season, Chatham Pride is hosting a silent auction alongside its Holiday Jingle & Mingle celebration! This auction features an array of exciting items and experiences donated by generous community partners, including Davenport’s Cafe Diem, 79 Degrees West, and Pittsboro Toys. There’s something for everyone on your holiday wish list!
This online auction will be open until Fri, Dec 20, giving you plenty of time to bid on your favorites. Not only does this add a bit of festive fun, but your participation directly supports Chatham Pride’s mission to create an inclusive, affirming space for all in Chatham County. By bidding, you’re not just taking home a special gift—you’re helping them build connections and provide support for loved ones during a season that’s all about togetherness. So, let’s raise our paddles (or click your submit buttons!) and spread some joy this holiday season.
This event is free and takes place indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Thirsty Skull Brewing-Pittsboro is wheelchair-accessible. Free parking is available on-site. See more events at Thirsty Skull PBO. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Donald Davis Annual Storytelling
2025-12-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Fearrington Barn, 500 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Fearrington Village is delighted to welcome back their beloved friend and storyteller, Donald Davis, for their Annual Storytelling on Sat, Dec 20, 11am-12pm and Sun, Dec 21, 2pm-3pm. After a hiatus last year, their fundraiser for the Chatham food pantry, CORA, is back. And they will tell you, the holidays just don’t start at McIntyre’s until Donald arrives in Fearrington. Please bring canned goods and/or a monetary donation to support our Chatham food pantry. Purchase your tickets here.
Capacity for this event is extremely limited – they expect to sell out rapidly. A $10 ticket is required to attend. Children cannot get in for free due to limited space. Unlike Fearrington’s other events, the ticket price is not deductible from related Event Books and Tapes. All monies gathered from tickets will go directly to CORA. The most needed items for this month are cereal, oatmeal packets, cooking oil, soup, apples, and pasta sauce. Find more information about CORA’s needs and programs here.
See more events at Fearrington Village. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Annual Dueling Sommelier Dinner
2025-12-21 17:45 - 20:45 | Vino!! Wine Shop, 89 Hillsboro Street, Suite A, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
‘Tis the season for the Annual Dueling Sommelier Wine Dinner with Vino!! Wine Shop on Sun, Dec 21, 5:45pm-8:45pm. Newcomer Sommelier Michael Maller of Orsini Wines is ready to take on former winner Annabel Butler, Level I Sommelier, of Oxford Street Merchants.
Chef Regan Stachler has crafted a fantastic four-course meal, which has been shared with both sommeliers. Each sommelier will then choose wines they believe best complement each course. Their selections WILL NOT be disclosed to each other OR anyone else until the night of the dinner! At the dinner, you will be served two glasses of wine (2-ounce pours each) with each course, which the sommeliers will describe in depth, WITHOUT telling you the varietal or the wine’s origin! Then, at the end of the evening, you will vote on which sommelier’s picks paired best with the meal to crown the winner. It is at this time that you, as well as the sommeliers, will finally find out what wines were selected for the meal. Who will win this duel of wines? You’ll decide! Get ready for one fabulous night of two battling sommeliers, four courses, and eight wines!
There are only 30 spots available at $160 per person, which includes tax and gratuity. Hurry up and make your reservations ASAP by calling 919.704.8612 or emailing anna@vinowineshopnc.com. Credit card information must be provided to hold the reservation. No refunds or cancellations are available after Thu, Dec 18.
All tastings and events at Vino!! Wine Shop. Part of Chatham County’s Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail.

New Year's Eve Dinner at The Sycamore
2025-12-31 17:00 - 20:30 | The Sycamore at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 500, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Sycamore at Chatham Mills for a New Year’s Eve Dinner on Wed, Dec 31, 5pm-8:30pm. They won’t be ringing in the new year, but they will have a beautifully curated Chef’s Tasting Menu ($110 per person, including one glass of champagne) designed to elevate your last evening of the year with rich flavors, seasonal inspiration, and elegant ambiance. With seatings available until 8:30pm, it’s the perfect way to savor a memorable, relaxed, and delicious final night of 2025. Reservations are filling quickly — secure your table now.
The menu for the evening is listed on The Sycamore’s website – click here for more details. The restaurant is ADA-compliant. Free parking is available in front of the restaurant. No pets allowed. See more events at Chatham Mills.

A Roving New Year's Eve!
2025-12-31 18:00 - 2026-01-01 00:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Welcome 2026 with A Roving New Year’s Eve at The Plant, Wed, Dec 31, 6pm-Thu, Jan 1, 12am. Join The Plant on New Year’s Eve for “one last crawl” to end 2025! Fair Game Beverage Company, bmc brewing, Starrlight Mead, and Koshu Sake will have festive beverages and creative spirit cocktails, specials, and, of course, sparkling wine by the bottle and glass. Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento will be open for dinner. There will be fire pits, an intention table, a dance party under the disco ball, and an hourly Apple Drop starting at 8pm and continuing until midnight to ring in 2026. Bring your friends and family- they’ve got something for everyone!
There is no cover fee for this free public event, and parking is free. Private tables and bottle service are available for a fee. Dress code is casual attire. The event takes place indoors and outdoors at The Plant. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Quiltmaker's Annual New Year's Open House
2026-01-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Quiltmaker Cafe, 75 W Salisbury St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join your community members and Quiltmaker Cafe for their Annual New Year’s Open House on Thu, Jan 1pm-4pm. Start 2026 right with desserts, games, and community at Quiltmaker’s future home (opening soon). This celebration is an Open-House, child-friendly event, so please stay for as long as you are able. Volunteer opportunities are available. Participating businesses include Circle City Ice Cream and bmc brewing.
No registration is required. Free parking is available on the street and in the public lot across the road. The space is ADA-compliant. No pets allowed.

In With The New at Reclamation
2026-01-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Reclamation, 102 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Reclamation for their annual “In With The New” evening on Fri, Jan 2, 4pm-7pm. They will be closed starting Mon, Dec 29-Thu, Jan 1, and will re-open on Fri, Jan 2 at 4pm with lots of new inventory. Adult beverages, free-spirited drinks, snacks, and light appetizers will be provided. Come sip, shop, and kick off the new year with Reclamation!

2nd Annual Chatham Farm Forever: Farmland Preservation and Conservation Day
2026-01-15 08:30 - 15:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Chatham County Farmland Preservation Program for their 2nd Annual Chatham Farm Forever: Farmland Preservation and Conservation Day on Thu, Jan 15, 8:30am-3pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC).
Chatham Farms Forever is a free, daylong workshop program for working landowners that provides resources on farmland preservation and conservation management. Speakers will present on a range of topics, including:

Cost-share and land management assistance programs.
Farmland will and estate planning.
Conservation easements.
Farmland transition planning.
Strategies for preserving your land for future generations.

This is a free event, and lunch is provided. Seating is limited, so registration is required. This event takes place indoors in Halls B and C, and in meeting rooms A and B. The space is ADA-compliant. Free parking is available on-site. No pets allowed. See more events at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center.

CrimeScene Killer Cocktail 2026
2026-02-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Fearrington Barn, 500 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for the biennial return of the CrimeScene Killer Cocktail and Mystery Bookfest during the weekend of Fri, Feb 6-Sat, Feb 7, 2026. The Killer Cocktail will take place on Friday evening, 6pm-9pm. McIntyre’s Mystery Guru Pete Mock is the emcee and creator of the weekend. Pete reads something on the order of 200+ mysteries a year, and he’s the sole judge and juror of the annual Beltie Mystery Prize, his annual round-up of the best murder mysteries. Not only does he read ‘em all, but he also shares his enthusiasm for the genre with everyone.
First held in early 2020, the inaugural CrimeScene Bookfest was a weekend filled with some of Fearrington’s favorite mystery authors, who read, held panel discussions, and rubbed elbows at a cocktail party. This year’s killer cocktail party will be to die for! Stay tuned for a list of this year’s guest authors and more details.
This event is $50 per person and takes place in the Fearrington Barn. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.

CrimeScene Mystery Bookfest 2026
2026-02-07 | Fearrington Barn, 500 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for the biennial return of the CrimeScene Killer Cocktail and Mystery Bookfest during the weekend of Fri, Feb 6-Sat, Feb 7, 2026. The Mystery Bookfest takes place all day Saturday. McIntyre’s Mystery Guru Pete Mock is the emcee and creator of the weekend. Pete reads something on the order of 200+ mysteries a year, and he’s the sole judge and juror of the annual Beltie Mystery Prize, his annual round-up of the best murder mysteries. Not only does he read ‘em all, but he also shares his enthusiasm for the genre with everyone.
First held in early 2020, the inaugural CrimeScene Bookfest was a weekend filled with some of Fearrington’s favorite mystery authors, who read, held panel discussions, and rubbed elbows at a cocktail party. This year’s CrimeScene Mystery Bookfest will be to die for! Stay tuned for a list of this year’s guest authors and more details.
This event is $50 per person and takes place in the Fearrington Barn. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.

Open Barn at Celebrity Dairy
2026-02-14 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-21 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Celebrity Dairy, 146 Celebrity Dairy Way, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
You do not want to miss The Inn at Celebrity Dairy’s annual Open Barn hosted every Saturday, Feb 14-Apr 18, 12pm-5pm. Explore the barn, scratch a mama goat behind the ears, and cuddle with some adorable baby goats. This is a great opportunity to learn more about small farm life, with plenty of fun for the whole family. The price is $10 per person at the gate, with kids ages 2 and under receiving free admission. The Inn offers homemade lunch and other goodies for sale (including vegetarian options) for an additional cost.
Open Barns are rain or shine, so if it’s cold, make sure to bundle up, and if it’s wet, wear your boots! Most of the event takes place under cover (and the baby goats will help keep you warm)! Free parking is available on-site. No pets are allowed.
Book a stay at the inn to get in on all the baby goat fun, including daily baby bottle feedings! 2-hour private barn tours are also available throughout the season (February-April 2026). Celebrity Dairy will guide you through how to feed the goats and answer all your goat-related questions. Bookings are $225 for groups of up to 15 and $15 per additional guest. Your private tour includes a free cup of goat gelato, with cheese samplers available for an additional cost.
Please note that no open barn will take place on Sat, Mar 28 – come see Celebrity Dairy and celebrate Chatham County agriculture at Spring Ag Fest 2026.
Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail. Discover more events at The Inn at Celebrity Dairy. Book your stay.

Mardi Gras at The Plant
2026-02-14 12:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras at The Plant on Sat, Feb 14, 12pm-6pm. Enjoy a full day of Mardi Gras magic, including jester entertainment, live music, and a high-energy costume-and-music parade led by the Boom Unit Brass Band. Come dressed to impress, bring your friends, and celebrate New Orleans–style at The Plant!
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

12:30pm-3:30pm: Funk Band Jandr.
3:30pm-4:30pm: Jester entertainment.
4:30pm-5:30pm: Parade with Boom Unit Brass Band.

Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
There is no cover fee for this free public event, and parking is free. The event takes place indoors and outdoors at The Plant. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Family-Friendly Mardi Gras Celebration
2026-02-15 15:00 - 18:00 | Camp Royall, 250 Bill Ash Road, Moncure, NC, 27559, United States
Let the good times roll with Chatham Pride Alliance at their Family-Friendly Mardi Gras Celebration hosted on Sun, Feb 15, 3pm-6pm at Camp Royall in Moncure, NC. Get ready for a vibrant afternoon filled with Mardi Gras magic and fun for the whole family, including:

Games to delight all ages.
Delicious food inspired by Mardi Gras flavors.
Crafts to bring out your festive side, including opportunities to decorate a mini-float, design your own Mardi Gras mask, and make friendship bracelets.
A 360-degree photo booth to capture your best Mardi Gras poses.
Mardi Gras masks and beads to get into the spirit!

This inclusive, family-friendly event is free, open to everyone, and aims to bring the energy and excitement of New Orleans to Chatham County. Celebrate together in true Mardi Gras style – and don’t forget to dress for the occasion! Laissez les bons temps rouler!

St. Patrick's Day Celebration at Doherty's
2026-02-17 11:00 - 23:00 | Doherty’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 56 Sanford Road, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Doherty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant for a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Sat, Mar 14, 12pm-11pm and Tue, Mar 17, 11am-11pm in downtown Pittsboro. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at your favorite neighborhood Irish pub with a two-day-long outdoor party, live Irish music, Irish food, Irish dancers, and live bagpipes that the whole family will love! The event lineup is as follows:
SAT, MAR 14, 2026

12pm: Live music with The Bucket Jam Band.
3pm: Irish Dance Performance with Triggle Academy of Irish Dance.
3:30pm: Live Music with Alibi.
6:45pm: Pipes & Drums.
7pm: Live Music with Nine Times Around.

TUE, MAR 17, 2026

5:30pm: Pipes & Drums.
6:30pm: Live Music with Tom Neuhauser.

These events take place outdoors. Doherty’s is wheelchair-accessible and offers accessible seating. Free public parking is available just across the street. Leashed pets on the patio only, please. See more events at Doherty’s Irish Pub & Restaurant.

Fearrington Folk Art Show
2026-02-20 - 2026-02-22 | Fearrington Village, 2000 Fearrington Village Center, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The Fearrington Folk Art Show has attracted art lovers and collectors from around the state for over twenty years. The show has earned a reputation for bringing together an eclectic group of self-taught artists whose work is among the most captivating in the folk art world. Whimsical works in many mediums—paintings, sculptures, pottery—exemplify the spirit of folk art, primitivism, and outsider art.
The next Fearrington Folk Art Show is Sat, Feb 21, and Sunday, Feb 22, 2026, from 10am-5pm in Fearrington Village. Admission is $5 (cash only) at the door.
Get a first look, purchase art, and enjoy light hors d’oeuvres at the Collector’s Preview on Friday, Feb 20, 2026, from 7pm-9pm. The preview is a reservation-only event. Tickets go on sale a few months beforehand.
For more information about the show and accessibility, contact fhouse@fearrington.com. They were featured in Garden & Gun’s “Small Towns with Big Art Scenes Across the South.” Enjoy this look back, thanks to Walter Magazine.

Pigs, Pearls, and Pints
2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Thirsty Skull Brewing – Pittsboro, 684 West Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Lilly Den Farms and JDub’s PoBoys at Thirsty Skull Brewing – Pittsboro for Pigs, Pearls, and Pints on Sun, Feb 22, 2pm-4pm. Enjoy an old-school oyster roast paired with a farm-raised feast while listening to live music from The Radio. Tickets are $100 cash and $110 by credit card.
MENU

Locally-raised pulled pork.
Chicken quarters.
Brussels sprouts and salt potatoes.
Banana caramel bread pudding.
Oysters three ways: raw bar, steamed, and fire-roasted.
Beer and wine are available for purchase from Thirsty Skull PBO.

Come hungry, bring your people, and do Sunday the right way: good times guaranteed. Purchase your tickets here. See more events at Thirsty Skull Brewing – Pittsboro. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail.

Annual Chili Cook Off at House of Hops
2026-02-28 13:00 - 17:00 | House of Hops, 112 Russet Run, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join House of Hops for their Annual Chili Cook Off on Sat, Feb 28, 1pm-5pm. Any type of chili is eligible and will be judged on the following criteria:

Aroma: Does it smell appetizing?
Appearance: Is the color rich and appealing? Does it look appetizing and reflect its ingredients?
Consistency: Is it a smooth, balanced blend of ingredients? Avoid watery, greasy, grainy, or overly thick/lumpy textures.
Taste: Is there a good blend of flavor? No single ingredient should dominate.
Aftertaste: Should not leave behind a bitter/metallic taste, and the heat should fade nicely.

Each category will be ranked on a scale of 1-5, with 1 being the worst and 5 the best. 2-3 judges will be present to blind-taste each contestant’s chili and score it according to the above criteria. There is no cooking on site. Everything must be prepared in advance and kept warm throughout the event. If you wish to bring toppings/sides, you may do so, but you will be judged on the chili alone. There is a $15 buy-in to compete as a contestant. This includes a T-shirt, 2 draft beers on the day of, and a chili cookbook featuring all the contestants’ chili recipes after the competition. This can be paid in advance or on the day of the competition (cash or card accepted). See more rules, what to bring, awards, prizes, and register here.
This event takes place indoors. House of Hops is pet-friendly. More events at House of Hops. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

CORA’S Empty Bowls 2026
2026-02-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Pittsboro UMC Family Life Center, 71 West Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
CORA’s Empty Bowls 2026 is its signature annual fundraising event, held this year on Sat, Feb 28, 5pm-7pm. At Empty Bowls, guests enjoy a delicious dinner featuring soup tastings from many local restaurants, spend a fun evening in fellowship with other supporters, and go home with a beautiful piece of handmade local pottery as a reminder of the empty bowls they help fill for neighbors in need.
During the Fund-a-Need portion of Empty Bowls, guests have the opportunity to make a direct and meaningful impact by contributing to CORA’s efforts to fight food insecurity. Every dollar raised will help expand programs, provide nutritious food to more families, and ensure that no neighbor goes hungry.
The menu will include soups served by chefs from local restaurants, as well as appetizers, freshly baked bread, and homemade desserts. There will also be live music from Popcorn Blue Bans, a 50/50 raffle, and updates from CORA.
Three ticket tiers are available for purchase:

Premim – $100: Includes a premium piece of handmade pottery and a dinner featuring soups from local restaurants!
Standard – $65: Includes a piece of handmade pottery and a dinner featuring soups from local restaurants!
Soup Only – $35: Includes a dinner featuring soups from local restaurants (no pottery).

Purchase your ticket while supplies last.

Tree Museum Birthday Gala and Whiskey Release
2026-03-08 14:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company for a Tree Museum Birthday Gala and Whiskey Release on Sun, Mar 8, 2pm-6pm! They will celebrate one year since planting the trees in their Tree Museum with a Fair Game Black Walnut Whiskey release, live music by the Daniel DeLorenzo Trio, hot drinks, and burn barrels to keep you warm! Sip and shop the Chatham Beverage District, part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail, with local beers from bmc brewing, wines and ciders from Starrlight, spirits from Fair Game, and sake from Koshu. Local dining available at Kingston 99 Kitchen and Ta Contento.
There is no cover fee for this free public event, and parking is free. The event takes place indoors and outdoors at The Plant. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies may vary by individual business. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests. Please contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Chatham YMCA Leprechaun Dash 5K/10K
2026-03-14 08:30 - 11:30 | Chatham YMCA, 120 Parkland Drive, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The Annual Chatham YMCA Leprechaun Dash 5K/10K is a fun and challenging course. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chatham County during this event on Sat, Mar 14, 8:30am-11:30am. Whether you’re tuning up for a spring half-marathon or the Tobacco Road Marathon, participation is a great way to help the children of Chatham County. Prizes will be awarded for age groups and costumes – don’t forget to wear green! Following the race, enjoy the day in Chatham County, exploring our attractions, restaurants, and breweries.
EVENT DETAILS
Beginning at the ALL NEW Chatham YMCA (120 Parkland Drive, Pittsboro), you’ll race through Chatham Park. Runners will follow greenways, sidewalks, and shoulders. The 5K and 10K will share the course with 5K runners, turning around slightly earlier. Walkers are welcome. Pets are not allowed on the race course. Baby strollers/joggers are permitted, but for the safety of all participants, please start at the back behind the runners and walkers.
Race day parking will be available at the Chatham YMCA. Event organizers request that participants carpool if possible. Overflow parking is available in Pittsboro’s public lots – please do not park in shopping center lots. Race fees include your Hipster Leprechaun T-shirt and support for a great cause. Register today!
See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.
All funds raised support children in Chatham County through the YMCA Annual Campaign, which provides financial assistance for wrap-around care. Each year, they also provide $100,000 in scholarships for childcare and youth-oriented programs that encourage building people through outdoor activities, sports, and leadership development.

2026 Annual Spring Cleanup at Jordan Lake
2026-03-14 08:30 - 12:00 | Jordan Lake State Recreation Area – New Hope Access, 339 W H Jones Rd, New Hill, NC, 27562, United States
Join Clean Up Jordan Lake for their 2026 Annual Spring Cleanup on Sat, Mar 14, 8:30am-12pm. Clean Jordan Lake is joining a group of local organizations hosting cleanup events as part of Creek Week activities, including the Chatham County, Orange County, and Keep Durham Beautiful. Assignments include:

Walkers: You will be divided into groups at registration.
Boaters: Boaters are needed to ferry some volunteers to their cleanup track and back, and also to help haul trash back to the dumpster at the Corps Bulkhead. Boaters who wish to ferry volunteers only are welcome. They will loan 2-way radios to boaters for communication.
Kayakers: Come to the registration table at 8:45am to receive assignments from CJL leaders.

This year, they continue their tradition of offering a Trash Treasure Hunt. Items marked by “CJL TTH” are shown to the track captain, who will issue a CJL business card redeemable for a merchandise prize at the registration table. Coffee and pastries will be available during registration.
All volunteers must wear closed-toe shoes and work gloves (provided or bring your own). They strongly recommend long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, and a hat. Shoreline Track Captains will be present to guide volunteers. Volunteers will be provided with bags, trash grabbers, first-aid kits, water, and gloves, if needed. Pontoon boat and operator courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
All participants must complete a liability waiver form online before the event. Waiver forms for Adults and Minors (age 11-18) must be submitted online by going to:

Adults- https://www.cleanjordanlake.org/volunteer-waiver.
Minors- https://www.cleanjordanlake.org/minor-waiver.

Due to potential hazards, they cannot allow children under 11 to participate. Children over the age of 11 and under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
DIRECTIONS
Go to Jordan Lake State Recreation Area, New Hope Access. Go straight past the ticket booth onto a dirt road. Follow the signs to parking. Space is limited on the narrow road, so please carpool or arrange a drop-off if possible. Volunteers will be on-site to assist with parking. Here’s where to go.
This event is free and takes place outdoors. This is not a safe activity for pets—please leave your furry friends at home. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.
