Pittsboro-Siler City Convention & Visitors Bureau

"Spirits of Pittsboro's Past" Walking Tour
2025-10-18 17:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-19 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chatham County Historical Museum, 9 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Don’t miss the chance to see history come alive before your eyes at the Spirits of Pittsboro’s Past Walking Tour, hosted by the Chatham County Historical Association (CCHA), just in time for Halloween! Take a walk through downtown Pittsboro for an evening filled with local folklore and historical reenactments. The tour blends Chatham’s rich heritage with stories and legends, all presented by costumed interpreters portraying figures from the town’s past.
The journey begins at the historic courthouse and winds through old cemeteries, churches, and hidden corners, with each stop offering a window into the lives of the people and moments that shaped Pittsboro. The tour will take place on the following dates:

Sat, Oct 18, 5:30pm-7:30pm.
Sun, Oct 19, 5:30pm-7:30pm.

EVENT DETAILS

Check-in is at 5:15pm, with the tour starting promptly at 5:30pm both days.
Age Requirement: 12 years and older only (no pets or strollers).
Weather: Rain or shine (rescheduled only in case of severe weather).
This tour takes place indoors and outside, lasting between 90 and 120 minutes.
Bring a flashlight. Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes.
A liability waiver will be required at check-in.
Limited to 60 participants per evening, split into three small groups for a more personal experience.
Free parking is available behind the new Chatham County Courthouse and Justice Center.
Pets are not allowed; please leave your furry friends at home.
Accessibility: Tour participants will need to be able to navigate stairs, outdoor sidewalks, and grassy areas.

Tickets are $25 for CCHA members and $30 per person for nonmembers. Space is limited. Member-only tickets go on sale Mon, Sep 1, and sales of nonmember tickets will begin Mon, Sep 15 (if there are still tickets available). Tickets are available online only. For tickets and more information, go to www.chathamhistory.org.

Huckleberry Trail Farm Fall Festival
2025-10-19 13:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-25 10:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-26 13:00 - 18:00 | Huckleberry Trail Farm, 143 Pleasant Hill Church Rd, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Visit the Huckleberry Trail Farm Fall Festival for a corn maze, a pumpkin patch (select a pumpkin from the vine), a cotton patch, and a fall atmosphere. Find designated quiet areas set up the entire season. The family’s mission is to bring all kids back to the outdoors with the goal of making many of the farm activities wheelchair-accessible and autism-friendly.
Huckleberry Trail Farm celebrated 10 years in 2021. Explore the corn maze, pumpkins, and fall decorations, and purchase refreshments. Take a ride on a tractor-drawn hayride (for transportation down to the pumpkin patch). Merchandise is available on-site for purchase, too. Guests to the farm will find a pumpkin patch (cut your own pumpkin right off the vine), a cotton patch, and a mini Field of Dreams.
Hours, Directions, & Pricing
Saturdays, 10am-6pm and Sundays, 1pm-6pm.
The last ticket is sold one hour before closing. The last hayride is 30 minutes before closing. Find admission and ticket information here.
Huckleberry Trail Farm is conveniently located on Hwy 64 right between Pittsboro and Siler City, just 30 minutes from Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, Durham, and Greensboro. It’s an easy drive over a shining lake and rushing river, through the beautiful rolling country, and past farmland complete with horses, cows, and red barns.

Pay-What-You-Can Community Feast
2025-10-19 16:30 - 20:00 | Chatham Oaks Farm, 573 Dewitt Smith Road, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join Feed-Well Fridges on Sun, Oct 19, 4:30pm-8pm for a Pay-What-You-Can Community Feast at Chatham Oaks Farm in Goldston. Gather under a fall sunset with friends new and old from the Chatham County community and beyond. Enjoy excellent chef-prepared food, meet your neighbors, and revel in the goodness of beloved community. Net proceeds benefit Feed-Well Fridges and its mission to reduce food insecurity and commercial food waste with the dual goal of improving both community health and environmental sustainability. Your registration helps with planning and preparation.
The meal will be served family-style and include kid-friendly options. Expect fried chicken, shrimp, arroz con pollo, field peas, mac and cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, farm green salads, bread pudding, Oreo brownies, apple nachos, beer, wine, and more.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
The Community Feast is organized by incredible community partners, including:

Cafe Root Cellar.
Postal Fish Company.
The Local Church.
JDub’s PoBoys.
Buttermilk Boutique.
The Beagle Bar.
Lilly Den Farm.
Ta Contento.
Carolina Cravings.
bmc brewing.

HOW IT WORKS

Select the number of tickets based on the number of people in your party.
Then, if you can, add a donation in the donation field.

Fall-O-Ween Trunk R' Treat
2025-10-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Bray Park, Bray Park T-Ball Fields, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Siler City Parks and Recreation treats the community to the Annual Fall-O-Ween Trunk R’ Treat on Fri, Oct 24, 6pm-9pm at the Bray Park Sports Complex. This family-friendly event will be sure to get the whole family in the Fall spirit with lots of candy, Trunk r’ Treating, inflatable attractions, music, food, games, and more.
Trunk R’ Treating activities will offer a free and safe trick or treat experience where children can stroll trunk to trunk, visiting various community organizations and businesses for free candy and learn more about their amazing community services. Concessions will be available for purchase.
Siler City Parks and Recreation is seeking businesses, organizations, agencies, churches, non-profits, and civic groups to register as trunk r’ treat vendors. Greet attendees with candy and treats, and offer any free promotional materials about your services. Registration is free and available online, in City Hall (311 N 2nd Avenue), or by emailing recreation@silercity.org. Vendors must pre-register to participate.
In the event of inclement weather, the rain date is Sat, Oct 25, 4pm-6:30pm.

Pittsboro Street Fair
2025-10-25 10:00 - 18:00 | Pittsboro, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The Pittsboro Street Fair, hosted by the Rotary Club of Pittsboro, returns to downtown Pittsboro on Sat, Oct 25, 10am-6pm. Neighbors gather and the community shines at this family-friendly event featuring over 100 vendors, live music, a Trike Race, and family entertainment.
The Pittsboro Street Fair is the Rotary Club of Pittsboro’s largest fundraiser, enabling it to continue its year-round support of our Chatham community. Admission is free, and proceeds support the Rotary initiatives, including local food drives, school supplies for local schools, Meals on Wheels, scholarships for students, and more. The club uses Postal Fish Company as its headquarters and VIP area. For more information, please contact the Rotary Club of Pittsboro at PBORotaryStreetFair@gmail.com or visit their website.
This event takes place outdoors, rain or shine, on Hanks, Fayetteville, and Salisbury Streets in downtown Pittsboro. Parking is available around downtown Pittsboro, and handicap spots are available on Hillsboro Street. No pets are allowed—please leave your furry friends at home.
Gather your friends and family for a day of fun that makes a real difference in the community!
IMPORTANT FORMS
2025 Vendor Application (Non-Food/Beverage).
2025 Food/Food Truck/Beverage Vendor Application.
2025 Sponsorship Form.

Trunk or Treat Fall Festival
2025-10-25 14:00 - 17:00 | Southwest District Park, North Carolina 902, Bear Creek, North Carolina, 27207, United States
Join Chatham County Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources for their annual Trunk or Treat Fall Festival on Sat, Oct 25, 2pm-5pm. Get ready for an afternoon full of Halloween activities at Southwest District Park. This free, outdoor event will include pumpkin carving and painting, Halloween-themed games and crafts, a photo booth, a craft station, a hay hunt, and more fall-themed activities from 2pm-4pm, followed by Trunk or Treating from 4pm-5pm.
If you or your organization is interested in setting up a trunk to pass out candy, please contact Mallory Peterson at mallory.peterson@chathamcountync.gov.
This event is held outdoors at Southwest District Park by Chatham County Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources (CCPRCR). This event is free. All ages are welcome. See more CCPRCR events.

Chatham Chamber's 2025 Golf Classic
2025-10-27 08:30 - 17:00 | Governors Club Golf Course, 11000 Governors Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517, United States
Join fellow leaders and changemakers for the Chatham Chamber’s 2025 Golf Classic on Mon, Oct 27, 8:30am-5pm at Governors Club Golf Course. This is your opportunity to deepen relationships, grow your brand, and invest in the work of The Chatham Chamber to fuel business success across Chatham County. They’re currently organizing: Event Sponsors, Hole Table Sponsors, and Online Auction Donations. Whether you’re swinging a club, sponsoring a hole, or donating an auction item, you’re helping shape the future of business in our region. Together you’ll champion growth, collaboration, and a future-ready Chatham County.
The schedule of events is as follows:

8:30am: Breakfast and Registration.
10am: Tee-Time.
3pm: Post-Play Reception.

Tickets are $215 for individual players and $860 for the foursome package, which includes four individual Game Day Boost add-ons (mulligan + tee buster + $20 auction credit each). Your business name will be featured as a team sponsor. Register here. Sponsorship registration is available here. This event takes place indoors and outdoors. No pets allowed.

Annual NC Truck Camper Rally
2025-10-30 - 2025-11-02 | Jordan Lake State Recreation Area – Vista Point Access, 2498 North Pea Ridge Road, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
D&H RV & Marine hosts their Annual NC Truck Camper Rally on Thu, Oct 30-Sun, Nov 2, 2025. Whether you’re a truck camper owner or enthusiast, come enjoy the weekend at Jordan Lake State Recreation Area – Vista Point Access, play games, and learn from technicians through seminars. Activities include a ladies’ social, time to show off your camper, and the always popular bingo with prizes each evening. Since the rally falls on Halloween this year, they’re also planning special games and events for Friday evening.
Registration cost covers the campsite for 3 nights, meals provided from Friday dinner through Sunday breakfast, and an event t-shirt. Additional Details:

You have the flexibility to arrive either Thursday evening or Friday at any time. Official rally events don’t begin until Friday late afternoon/evening.
Please note that if you wish to camp earlier in the week before the rally, you will need to make your own arrangements through Jordan Lake State Park. Reservation line for Jordan Lake: 877.722.6762.
Children 18 and under may be registered for free and are already included in the couple/family ticket option.
Campsites are first-come, first-served. There are no reserved spots at Vista Point.
The campground features full electric and water hookups at each site, along with a bathhouse and a dump station.
Pets are welcome at the campground. Feel free to bring your furry friend!

Fall for Literacy Luncheon
2025-10-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Chatham Literacy for their Fall for Literacy Luncheon on Thu, Oct 30, 11am-2pm at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center (CCACC). National columnist, award-winning journalist, popular TED Talk speaker, and author Steven Petrow, with conversation partner Jill McCorkle, will discuss his uplifting book, The Joy You Make. Petrow’s book discusses and defines what joy is, including places and experiences where it can be found. “Joy is not only around us, but within us. It inhabits the present, the past, and even the future as we look toward it. We often don’t recognize joy because it’s no one-note wonder.”
Petrow’s conversation partner for this event will be author Jill McCorkle, who spoke about her acclaimed short story collection Old Crimes at Chatham Literacy’s 2024 Fall for Literacy Luncheon. During the luncheon, Petrow, the 2024 North Carolina Piedmont Laureate, will also discuss his advocacy for literacy.
Lunch begins at 12pm. Tickets are $125.00; tables seat 10 people. Contact admin@chathamliteracy.org, 919-742-0578, fill out the form on the bottom of this page, or download the registration form (Word / PDF) and mail it to: 110 Village Lake Road, Siler City Business Park, Siler City, NC 27344. McIntyre’s Books will donate 20% of book sales to Chatham Literacy. Call the bookstore to order your copy today: 919-542-3030.
This event takes place indoors at CCACC. The building is ADA-compliant, with wheelchair accessible parking, entrances, walkways and common areas, restrooms, and seating. Pets are not allowed. See more events at CCACC.

Halloween Fest 2025 at Wren Memorial Library
2025-10-31 10:30 - 16:30 | Wren Memorial Library, 500 N Second Avenue, Siler City, 27344, United States
Join Wren Memorial Library for a spooktacular Halloween Fest on Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am-4:30pm. Swing by anytime to collect your sweet treats, and don’t miss out on their eerie franken-toy crafting, spooky movie screening, and thrilling games. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged, but not required.

Pumpkins on the Bridge - Halloween at Bynum Front Porch
2025-10-31 15:00 - 23:00 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Get ready for Pumpkins on the Bridge – Halloween at Bynum Front Porch on Fri, Oct 31, 3pm-11pm at the historic Bynum Bridge. As the sky starts to turn that perfect Carolina gold, the real magic begins. Neighbors carry their jack-o’-lanterns to the old Bynum Bridge, closed to cars, wide open to everyone.
One by one, candles flicker to life, and the bridge begins to glow with hundreds of orange faces—some grinning, some spooky, some just plain silly. The reflections shimmer on the Haw River below, ripples of firelight dancing downstream while the night hums with laughter, music, and crickets.
And don’t worry about supper… Dan’s Dogs will be right there, serving up hot dogs, while Tacos Paraiso fills the air with the smell of the very best burritos in the state of North Carolina. Grab a paper plate, fill your belly, and wander back to the bridge as the pumpkins take over the night. So come on out as the sun sets. Bring your pumpkin, bring your people, and watch the glow spread across the water. And if it warms your heart (it will), toss a few dollars to the Bridge Fairies of Bynum Front Porch, the good souls who keep this tradition glowing year after year.
See more Bynum Front Porch events.

Halloween at The Plant
2025-10-31 16:00 - 21:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Come celebrate Halloween at The Plant on Fri, Oct 31, 4pm-9pm. There will be a Bazaar Night Market featuring local vendors, arts and crafts, a costume parade and contest, trick-or-treating, and live music by Vinnie’s Garage from 6pm-9pm. They plan to decorate tables and wagons on the pavers for trick-or-treating. If you are interested in setting up, please email them at music@theplantnc.com.
This event takes place outdoors. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests—contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. There is free parking. Pets are allowed but discouraged. This event is free. See all events at The Plant.

Christmas Magic Holiday Shopping
2025-11-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park, 4221 Silk Hope Rd, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Christmas Magic Holiday Shopping on Sat, Nov 1, 10am-3pm at Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park is an annual shopping event designed to showcase a variety of craft vendors and artisans for guests to find special gifts for the holiday season. Make it a road trip for holiday shopping for jewelry, handbags, beauty products, kitchen items, wreaths, handmade soaps and lotions, handcrafted woodwork, baskets, scarves, and more. Admission is free, with food and drink available for purchase. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day.
If you have questions or are interested in being a vendor, contact Missy Thompson at 336.662.5493.
Sponsored by the Silk Hope Ruritan Club. See more events at Silk Hope Farm Heritage Park.

Death Faire
2025-11-02 11:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The 10th Annual Death Faire takes place Sun, Nov 2, 11am-6pm: a modern-day ritual for our community, inspired by the death positivity movement. Join The Plant as they honor death and embrace life with a day filled with art, music, speakers, poetry, hands-on activities, food, drink, knowledge, celebration, wisdom, and remembrance.
Death Faire has been a vibrant, transformative experience for nine years that honors the cycle of life and death. This year, immerse yourself in a day filled with soulful music, inspiring art, enlightening lectures, hands-on activities, and heartfelt poetry. Explore diverse cultural perspectives on death; connect with the community at the interactive altar; indulge in delicious food and beverages, and find unique offerings at their vendor fair.
Schedule & more! Volunteers are needed to assist with coordination, emcees, merchandise table, art exhibit, set up and break down, parking attendants, and ticket booth. Email tami.schwerin@gmail.com if interested. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

2025 Annual Fall Cleanup at Jordan Lake
2025-11-02 13:00 - 16:00 | N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Game Land Access, 2999 Seaforth Road, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join Clean Up Jordan Lake for their 2025 Annual Fall Cleanup on Sun, Nov 2, 1pm-4pm. This event is part of several larger events, including The National Environmental Education Foundation’s National Public Lands Day and Keep Durham Beautiful’s Big Sweep 2025 Celebration! Here’s a map showing the area you’ll be covering. Assignments include:

Walkers: You will be divided into groups at registration.
Boaters: Boaters are needed to haul trash to the dumpster at the Army Corps of Engineers wharf near the dam. They will loan 2-way radios to boaters for communication.

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 are unable to allow children under 11 to participate. Children over the age of 11 and under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
The location is the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Game Land Access, which can be reached by a short gravel road off the end of Seaforth Rd., near US 64 in Pittsboro. For GPS, use 2999 Seaforth Rd, Pittsboro, which gets you to the turn onto the gravel road. Follow the signs to parking. Please note that this location is not the Seaforth Access to Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. Parking is very limited, so please carpool or get dropped off to save room along the narrow road. They will have volunteers helping to organize parking.
In the event of bad weather, this event will be postponed to the following Sun, Nov 9, 1pm-4pm. 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.

Sip N' Shop at Deep River Mercantile
2025-11-06 16:00 - 20:00 | Deep River Mercantile, 107 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Can you believe it’s that time of year already?! Make your reservation for Deep River Mercantile’s Annual Sip N’ Shop event on Thu, Nov 6, 4pm-8pm. Enjoy private shopping and drinking during a wonderful girls’ night, date night, or just a solo trip to get a jumpstart on the holiday season. As always, this is Deep River Mercantile’s official launch of the holiday season and your first chance to get your hands on new items and limited quantity products. They’ll be serving up their famous Jingle Juice and are pleased to offer an Old Fashioned bar as well this year!
Coming with a group? Only one member of your party needs to make a reservation, and you can simply check out with the number attending. Note: You will need to “check out” with the reservation in your cart for your reservation to go through. If you have any trouble making your reservation, please message Deep River Mercantile on Instagram, email them at hello@deeprivermerc.com, or call them at 919.503.0791. Reservations are encouraged, but not required!

Annual Sip and Shop Market at MOSAIC
2025-11-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons, 457 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join MOSAIC at Chatham Park for their Annual Sip and Shop Market on Sat, Nov 8, 12pm-4pm. This special event invites guests to sip a refreshing beverage, savor delicious food, and shop locally from 30+ talented vendors. Get a head start on purchasing holiday gifts and enjoy the lively tunes of local band Mix Tapes, performing on the Tommy Edwards Stage powered by Brightspeed. The band offers an eclectic mix of upbeat songs, spanning from country to rock and classic to current hits.
This event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required. Register here. This event is held outdoors on the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons. See more events hosted by MOSAIC at Chatham Park.

Chatham Women's Exchange at Splendour Estate
2025-11-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Splendour Estate, 6212 Siler City Snow Camp Road, Siler City, 27344, United States
Join the Chatham County Chamber of Commerce for their upcoming Chatham Women’s Exchange on Tue, Nov 11, 10am-4pm at Splendour Estate, held in partnership with the PWCOC. This day is dedicated to exploring, discussing, shopping, and addressing issues that matter most to women. This event will feature inspiring speakers, interactive sessions, vendor tables, and opportunities to connect with other women in our community who are passionate about making a difference.
Register here. Sponsorship registration is available here. This event takes place indoors and outdoors. No pets allowed.

8th Annual Oyster Roast at Carolina Brewery & Grill
2025-11-15 12:00 - 20:00 | Carolina Brewery & Grill, 120 Lowes Dr, Ste 100, Pittsboro, NC 27312, NC, 27312, United States
Visit Carolina Brewery and Grill for their 8th Annual Oyster Roast on Sat, Nov 15, 12pm-8pm. Enjoy North Carolina Oysters from Ghost Fleet Oyster Co. along with live music on the patio and great cold beer. The live music schedule is as follows:

12:30pm-3pm The 8:59’s.
4:30pm-7pm The Petty Theives.

Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail. See all events at Carolina Brewery & Grill.

Chestnut Carnival
2025-11-16 12:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Don’t miss The Plant’s third annual Chestnut Carnival on Sun, Nov 16, 12pm-6pm. For years, visitors to The Plant have entered the campus beneath a canopy of two giant chestnut trees. They were planted in 2005 and have become significant bearers of chestnut fruit. There will be roasted chestnuts, chestnut shelling demonstrations, chestnut trees for sale at Rachel’s Native Plants, chestnut cocktails from Fair Game Beverage Company, and chestnut beer from Fullsteam Brewing. On-demand Chestnut Carnival shirts will be available from Hempsmith Clothing Company. Chestnut dishes will be on the menu at Kingston 99 Kitchen.
This event takes place indoors and outdoors. The Plant is accessible to guests and will do its best to accommodate any additional requests—contact music@theplantnc.com with any accommodation requests or accessibility concerns. There is free parking. Leashed pets are allowed but discouraged. This event is free. See all events at The Plant.

Pittsboro Tree Lighting Celebration
2025-11-23 15:00 - 17:00 | Pittsboro, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Save the date for the Pittsboro Tree Lighting Celebration on Sun, Nov 23, 3pm-5pm. You’re invited to a fun-filled afternoon and evening that the whole family will enjoy. There will be a festive vendor market, perfect for holiday shopping, as well as live entertainment on the main stage, a visit from Santa Claus, a train ride and bounce house for the kids, delicious eats from local food trucks, and of course, a magical tree lighting ceremony.
Bring your friends, family, and holiday spirit as the Pittsboro community kicks off the season together with joy, laughter, and community cheer. Vendors are welcome to apply using this link.
For more information, contact Pittsboro Parks & Recreation at 984.282.6927.
See more downtown Pittsboro events.

4th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner with Quiltmaker Cafe
2025-11-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Quiltmaker Cafe, 75 W Salisbury St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join your community members and Quiltmaker Cafe for their 4th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Thu, Nov 27, 12pm-4pm. This is a ‘donate-what-you-can’ meal provided by local community chefs and restaurants, including 39 West Catering, West End & Kitchen and Catering, Ta Contento, and more! This year, they will offer dinner buffet-style at Quiltmaker’s future location (previously Postal Fish Company). Vegetarian and vegan options will be available. No registration required.

Holiday Bazaar at Bynum Front Porch
2025-11-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Bynum General Store, 950 Bynum Rd, Bynum, NC, 27228, United States
Get ready for the annual Holiday Bazaar at Bynum Front Porch on Sat, Nov 29, 10am-2pm. The Saturday after Thanksgiving, Bynum wakes up with a sparkle in the air. Down by the old general store, the front porch is strung with garland and twinkle lights, and the smell of Bynum’s famous chicken cracker stew drifts out to meet the crowd.
It’s Holiday Bazaar day, and the place hums like a hive. Inside, tables are stacked with local treasures — hand-thrown pottery still warm from the kiln, jewel-toned scarves, hand-poured soaps wrapped in brown paper, and framed photographs that catch the Haw River in every season. Paintings lean in little clusters, each one carrying the signature of a neighbor you’ve probably shared a laugh with. Shoppers drift from table to table, warm cider in one hand, gift list in the other.
Outside, the Bynum Front Porch Pickers are in full swing. Banjo, fiddle, guitar — the music rolls out over the lawn, spilling into the street where folks line up for hot stew, talking and laughing in puffs of white breath.
And just steps from the front porch, another tradition is in full gear — Christmas tree pickup. Trucks and SUVs pull in and out, loading up fresh-cut pines that will soon stand in living rooms all over Chatham County. You can smell them even from the porch, sharp and green, blending with the scent of stew and cider until the whole town smells like the holidays.
See more Bynum Front Porch events.

Siler City Christmas Parade
2025-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Historic Downtown Siler City, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Christmas is coming to Chatham County! Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the Annual Siler City Christmas Parade on Thu, Dec 4, 7pm-9pm, proudly presented by the Chatham Chamber of Commerce, the Western Chatham Area Chamber, the Town of Siler City, and the Chatham News & Record. This year’s theme, “Songs of the Season”, will have you humming along as the floats roll by. Bring the whole family to enjoy the magic of the season at one of Siler City’s most beloved traditions. Festive floats, marching bands, local groups, and holiday lights will fill the streets of downtown Siler City with cheer. Don’t miss the grand finale as Santa Claus himself lights the Siler City Christmas Tree, officially ushering in the holiday spirit!
Organizers are currently accepting participant entries now for just $20 per unit. This event is free and open to the public, and complimentary photos with Santa will be available after the parade. For more information, please reach out to Cheryl Littleton at Cheryll@ChathamChamberNC.org or by phone at 984.265.9172.
See more Town of Siler City events.

Shakori 40 Ultra
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-06 | Shakori Hills, 1439 Henderson Tanyard Rd, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Shakori 40 Ultra on Fri, Dec 5-Sat, Dec 6, 2025, at the Shakori Hills Community Arts Center brings the running community together to race within nature and enjoy each other. They offer a 40-mile ultramarathon, a 40K open race for men and women, and a 40-mile age-graded team relay for up to 10 members—factoring in age and gender to determine the overall winning team. There’s also a 4-mile open race. You’ll have a blast at the Shakori 40, thanks to great camaraderie, live music, delicious food, camping, bonfires, craft beer, and so much more.
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY

1pm: Camping check-in.
2pm-8pm: Packet pickup at the Shakori Hills Barn.
6pm: Live music begins.
6:30pm: Jambalaya and chowder cookout.
10pm: Quiet time.

SATURDAY

5am: Venue opens.
6am: Packet pickup begins.
6:45am: 40-mile and 40K Individual Race meeting at the start line.
7am: 40-mile Individual Start.
7:10am: 40K Individual Start.
7:45am: Relay Race Meeting at the start line.
8am: Relay start.
10am: 4-mile Individual Start.
1pm: Relay awards.
2pm: 40K awards.
3pm: 40-mile awards.
5pm: All runners must be on the final lap.

See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.

Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour
2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-07 12:00 - 17:00 | Chatham County, Chatham County, NC, United States
Experience fine arts, fine crafts, and open studios throughout Chatham County during the 2025 Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour Sat, Dec 6 and 13, 10am-5pm, and Sun, Dec 7 and 14, 12pm-5pm. For the 33rd year, the Chatham Artists Guild proudly presents this rare opportunity to connect with local artists in an intimate setting – unlike any gallery or museum!
Take a relaxing drive through Chatham County’s rolling hills and pastoral farmlands to visit 59 talented artists in 41 studios that dot the countryside, with both private studios and visitor businesses participating. Meet the artists, learn about their process and artistic vision, and browse affordable original works of art. Grab a bite to eat in town, pack a picnic for your road trip, or skip the drive home and stay in one of our accommodations.
The Chatham Artists Guild Studio Tour is FREE and self-guided. It features artwork in all mediums at various prices, so there’s something for everyone!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where can I find a tour brochure?
An interactive online brochure, with linked Google addresses for each stop, can be found here. Print brochures are also available at The Plant, NC Arts Incubator, Pittsboro Gallery of Arts, 79° West Innovation Hub at MOSAIC at Chatham Park, and several other Chatham County visitor businesses.
Who is featured on the tour?
The tour includes 39 stops featuring works from 54 local artists. Studios are scattered throughout Chatham County, including Pittsboro, Fearrington Village, Bynum, Chapel Hill (Chatham County), Sanford (Chatham County), and Apex (Chatham County). In addition to the private studios, tour exhibits are on display at Chatham Mills (student art) and Smelt Art Gallery at The Plant.
What can I do while I’m in Chatham County? Is there somewhere to eat? To stay?
Along the way, you’ll discover delicious food and drink, eclectic shops, and charming accommodations. Pair local food and art with a seasonal meal from one of our numerous farm-to-fork eateries. Restaurants along the tour route include Kingston 99 Kitchen and JDub’s PoBoys at The Plant, as well as Chatham Marketplace and The Sycamore at Chatham Mills. Fearrington Village is home to several studios and plenty to experience – Fearrington House Restaurant, McIntyre’s Books, and The Spa at Fearringon Village, just to name a few.
It’s easy to make a weekend of the tour by staying at the new Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Pittsboro, the luxurious Fearrington House Inn, or one of our cozy bed and breakfast inns, such as 458 West B&B, The Inn at Celebrity Dairy, or Jordan Lake B&B.
Are the studios accessible?
Most studios are accessible, meaning they have wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking. If you have accessibility concerns about specific studios, please email chathamartists@gmail.com or contact us.
I’ve found the perfect piece… but I don’t have room in my suitcase! Do the studios offer shipping?”
We welcome you to check with individual studios about their shipping policies, and most artists are likely willing to do so if asked.
Are the studios pet-friendly?
Since these are private studios, often located at an artist’s home, we kindly request that you leave your furry friends at home for this adventure. Service animals are welcome in compliance with Title III ADA Requirements for Service Animals.
