Pittsboro-Siler City Convention & Visitors Bureau

Mews and Brews at Havoc
2025-11-02 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Havoc Brewing Company is partnering with Chatham Animal Rescue and Education (CARE) and Lending Paws a Hand Rescue to bring you a cat adoption event, Mews and Brews, on Sun, Nov 2, 11am-2pm. Jessica’s Cheesesteaks food truck will be on-site at Havoc 12pm-6pm.
This event is free and takes place indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. There is no cover for entry, but tips for the musicians are encouraged. Free parking is available onsite. Pets are welcome. This space is wheelchair accessible. More events at Havoc Brewing Company. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

2025 Annual Fall Cleanup at Jordan Lake
2025-11-02 13:00 - 16:00
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.

Native American Gathering at Deep River Park
2025-11-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Deep River Park and Camelback Truss Bridge, 3485 R Jordan Road, Gulf, 27330, United States
Join Deep River Park and Camelback Truss Bridge for a Native American Gathering on Sat, Nov 8, 12pm-5pm. The day will feature Native dancing, music, storytelling, exploring Native culture, food trucks, vendors, a bonfire, and an oral history recording. This event will take place outdoors on the banks of the beautiful Deep River. Please bring a blanket or chair. Admission is $10 per person and free for children ages 12 and younger.
Deep River Park/Camelback Bridge is a privately owned park, open to the public. Deep River Park Association depends solely on donations and grants to maintain both the Camelback Bridge Park and Carbonton Dam Park. All proceeds from this event go to preserve their parks.
See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.

Fundraiser to Support St. Ann, Jamaica
2025-11-09 12:00 - 17:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Kingston 99 Kitchen and The Plant for a Fundraiser to Support St. Ann, Jamaica on Sun, Nov 9, 12pm-5pm. In late October, Hurricane Melissa devastated rural farming communities in St. Ann, destroying 70% of the homes and 80% of the farms, leaving families without shelter, crops, or a reliable income. This community event — led by Kingston 99’s Jason Rhoden (hails from the St. Ann community) — brings neighbors together to learn, connect, and give what they can toward recovery.
There will be a vendor market and live music, along with food and drinks available for purchase from tenants at The Plant. Every dollar raised supports food, seeds, building materials, and essential supplies. If you can’t attend in person, you can donate directly to the GoFundMe supporting families in John Reid, Cuffridge, and Davis Town, St. Ann.
This event takes place indoors and outdoors. 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. There is free parking. Well-behaved, leashed pets are allowed. See all events at The Plant.

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.

4th Annual Chili Cook Off
2025-12-07 17:00 - 20:00 | 580 Craft Beer, 354 East St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Don’t miss 580’s Craft Beer’s 4th Annual Chili Cook Off on Sun, Dec 7, 5pm-8pm. Entry is free! Bring your favorite chili recipe to compete for a good cause – proceeds benefit the Mike Williams Scholarship Foundation. They contributed $1,00 in grants to students in Chatham County last year. Donations will also be accepted. Prizes will be available in the following categories:

Best chili.
Most interesting.
Best vegetarian.

The cookoff starts at 5:30pm. Free parking is available in front of the store. 580 Craft Beer is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

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.

CORA’S Empty Bowls 2026
2026-02-28 17:00 - 19:00
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.

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.

Because of You: A Jamie's Vision Appreciation Event
2026-03-22 14:00 - 19:00 | The Modern Life Deli & Drinks, 46 Sanford Road, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The MOD for Because of You: A Jamie’s Vision Appreciation Event on Sun, Mar 22, 2pm-7pm. This fun afternoon celebrating their supporters will include music by The Castaways, as well as light appetizers provided by The MOD. If you’re new to Jamie’s Vision, Inc., come out and learn more about who they are and what they do!
This event takes place indoors at The MOD. Free parking is available on the street and across the road from the Government Annex Building, as well as in the Justice Center Parking lot. This space is wheelchair accessible. Any schedule changes due to weather, holidays, or unforeseen circumstances will be posted on their Facebook and Instagram pages. See more events at The MOD.

Yappy Hour at Carolina Brewery
2026-04-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Carolina Brewery & Grill, 120 Lowes Dr, Ste 100, Pittsboro, NC 27312, NC, 27312, United States
Yappy Hour is back at Carolina Brewery & Grill! This party’s gone to the dogs! This FUN-draiser is a time for owners, their children, and their furry kids to meet, mingle, and sniff new people and their canine companions. Your $10 donation includes 2 drink tickets and snacks. Admission for pooches is free; proceeds support the dogs and cats of Chatham Animal Rescue (CARE) and their mission to ensure the health and safety of all dogs and cats in Chatham County. Plus, there will be raffle prizes! This event takes place on the following dates:

Mon, Apr 20, 5pm-7pm.
Mon, May 18, 5pm-7pm.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, participating dogs must be:

Kept in outdoor areas.
Well socialized.
Leashed in hand at all times.
Vaccinated for rabies.

Owners must:

Use non-retractable leashes.
Clean up dog waste immediately.
Be 21 years or older to partake in alcoholic beverages.

Special thanks go to Robert Poitras, Tara Brand, and the wonderful staff at The Carolina Brewery for their ongoing support. See more events at Carolina Brewery & Grill. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail.

Celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day at NoVi
2026-04-30 16:00 - 18:00 | The NoVi Green, 175 Parkland Drive, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Come Celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day at NoVi on Thu, Apr 30, 4pm-6pm. Get ready for a tail-wagging adoption event! Meet adoptable pups from Chatham Sheriff’s Animal Resource Center and Paws4Ever of Mebane, NC—all looking for forever homes. To make it even sweeter, Chatham Park is covering all adoption fees that day! Each adoption includes spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, heartworm testing, and deworming. Plus, enjoy treats from Maple View Ice Cream for you and something special from Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming for your (hopefully) new best friend. Come adopt or just stop by to show some love—it’s a fun, feel-good way to spend your afternoon!
This free event takes place outdoors. See more NoVi events.

Western Chatham Golf Classic
2026-05-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Siler City Country Club, 150 Country Club Drive, Siler City, 27344, United States
The 2026 West Chatham Area Chamber Golf Classic on Thu, May 7, 8am-1pm is a straightforward morning at Siler City Country Club with local business owners, operators, and decision-makers who are actually building things in Western Chatham County. It’s competitive enough to matter. Relaxed enough to enjoy. No long speeches. No ballroom chairs. Just good golf and good people.
You’ll get:

A morning shotgun start.
Solid competition and on-course challenges.
Awards that are earned, not handed out.

This tournament helps support the Chamber’s work, but more importantly, it’s a chance to spend a few hours with the people shaping this side of the county, outside the meeting room and on level ground. Build relationships. Bring a client. Play to win.
This event takes place outdoors. Registration ranges from $150 to $500; register here. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.

Spring Into Luck Bingo Night
2026-05-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Quiltmaker Cafe, 75 W Salisbury St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join the Pittsboro Rotary Club for a Spring Into Luck Bingo Night on Thu, May 7, 6pm-9pm at The Quiltmaker Cafe in Pittsboro. Guests will enjoy a sit-down dinner and ten exciting rounds of Bingo, with prizes up for grabs throughout the evening. The atmosphere will be lively and welcoming, perfect for bringing the whole crew. Dinner is from 6pm-7pm, and includes hamburgers and veggie burgers with all the fixings, potato salad, fruit salad, cookies, brownies, and a selection of beverages, including iced tea, water, and coffee. Bingo starts at 7pm. Whether you’re a Bingo enthusiast or simply looking for a great night out with friends and neighbors, this event promises fun, laughter, and the opportunity to make a real difference in a local student’s life.
TICKET PRICES

Dinner Ticket: $20 (proceeds support The Quiltmaker Cafe).
Bingo Cards: $25 for 3 cards per game across all 10 rounds. Every Bingo card purchased directly supports the Karen Sbrollini Heilman Scholarship, awarded annually to exceptional seniors in the Pittsboro area to help them pursue higher education.
Extra Bingo cards per game are available for purchase at the event (dinner tickets and Bingo cards must be purchased in advance).

Tickets must be purchased in advance here. This event fills up fast, so don’t wait. Additional Bingo cards will be available for purchase at the event.

12th Annual Chatham County Golf Classic
2026-05-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Chapel Ridge Golf Club, 1010 Chapel Ridge Dr, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Golfers, grab your clubs for a day of fun and fellowship for a good cause as the Central Carolina Community College Foundation hosts its 12th Annual Chatham County Golf Classic on Wed, May 21, 9am-2pm at Chapel Ridge Golf Club. The format for the Chatham County Golf Classic is four-person Captain’s Choice. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams in each flight. Shotgun starts at 9am, with lunch from 1pm-2pm.
The Chatham County Golf Classic registration form can be downloaded from the Foundation’s website. Registration is also available by contacting CCCC Director of Community Engagement Alexandra Dowdy at (919) 718-7338 or by email at adowdy@cccc.edu.
The proceeds from the Golf Classic will be used to help provide scholarships and other financial assistance. The CCCC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization affiliated with, but independent of, Central Carolina Community College. It receives donations of money and equipment on behalf of the college and uses them to promote its educational mission and assist students through scholarships and grants.
See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.

Chatham Marketplace 20th Birthday Bash
2026-05-30 15:00 - 19:00
Get ready to celebrate during the Chatham Marketplace 20th Birthday Bash on Sat, May 30, 3pm-7pm. Chatham Marketplace has served the community as Chatham County’s first and only locally and cooperatively owned grocery store since 2006. The day will feature free samples along with the following schedule of events:

3pm-4pm Member Annual Meeting.
4pm-7pm Live Music from Forrest Rising.
5pm-6pm Free Dinner.

Dinner will feature BBQ from Firsthand Foods, as well as rolls from Chicken Bridge Bakery and The Bread Shop. This free community event is open to co-op members and the public alike. Donations are welcome and will go toward purchasing new registers for the store. Free parking is available onsite. The space is wheelchair accessible, including entrances, restrooms, and parking. See more Chatham Mills events.

O'Carolinians Music Fundraiser at FireClay
2026-06-07 14:00 - 16:00 | FireClay Cellars, 1276 Bowers Store Rd, Siler City, NC, 27344, United States
Join FireClay Cellars for an O’Carolinians Music Fundraiser on Sat, Jun 7, 2pm-4pm. Come out and support local musicians and be part of a fundraiser for CORA food pantry. The famous O’Carolinians are coming to FireClay! The event is free– come early to set up your lawn chair. Bring a friend! This eclectic orchestra was founded in 2012 at the Pittsboro Violin & Fiddle Shop, playing Celtic, International, Ragtime, and Old Time tunes.
Free parking is available on site. The porch and first floor are ADA-compliant, with wheelchair-accessible parking. FireClay Cellars is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail. Discover more events at FireClay Cellars.

MOSAIC Back-to-School Book Drive
2026-08-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons, 457 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Get ready for a MOSAIC Back-to-School Book Drive on Fri, Aug 21, 5pm-7pm. MOSAIC at Chatham Park is partnering with the local nonprofit Chatham Reads to host a gently used children’s book drive and a live storytime with Johanna Banana. To learn more about Chatham Reads, visit: https://www.chathameducationfoundation.org/chathamreads. Stick around afterward for live music from Liquid Pleasure!
This event is FREE and open to the public, but registration is required.
Anticipate bag checks and security screenings upon entry. Food or beverages purchased outside MOSAIC, weapons, and illegal substances are prohibited. Food and beverages will be available on-site for purchase – be prepared to present your receipt to event security. Pets are welcome. Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please clean up after your pet and dispose of pet waste in the appropriate bins (on-site pet waste stations are located throughout the property).
This event is held outdoors on the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons. Free event parking is available at 367 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC 27312. Guests can park in the Greek Kouzina parking lot and the adjacent parking lot. See more events hosted by MOSAIC at Chatham Park.
ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair-accessible event restrooms are available at the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons, located at 457 Freedom Parkway, Pittsboro, NC 27312, behind the Tommy Edwards Stage. Both wheelchair-accessible portapotties and indoor restrooms are open to the public. MOSAIC at Chatham Park’s common spaces around campus are wheelchair accessible for public use.
Accessible parking spaces and a drop-off location are available at 120 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, NC 27312, located in the 79°West and Hops & Berry Taproom parking lot. Upon arrival, present your Accessible Parking Placard to the event security personnel stationed at the entrance of the accessible parking lot and drop-off location for entry. MOSAIC also has multiple accessible parking spaces, centrally located in front of building entrances throughout the campus.
At this time, MOSAIC at Chatham Park does not offer sensory kits or quiet spaces for Autistic and Neurodivergent individuals. However, they do offer a children’s play zone located beside the Philip H. Kohl MOSAIC Family Commons.
