Pittsboro-Siler City Convention & Visitors Bureau

Fearrington Farmers Market
2026-02-10 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-17 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-24 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-03 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-10 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-17 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-24 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-31 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | Fearrington Farmers Market, E Camden, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The Fearrington Farmers Market is a producers-only market open Mar-Oct, Tuesdays, 4pm-6pm, and Nov-Feb, Tuesdays, 3pm-5pm, year-round in Fearrington Village. Bring reusable tote bags and plan to explore the many local vendors. You also might chat with the farmers, see old friends, or meet new ones! It’s a welcoming, inclusive, and friendly atmosphere that encourages healthy, happy living.
Fearrington Farmers Market has more than 3 dozen members and is now in its 30th season. Not all vendors are there every week, but some vendors are there every week, year-round. Each market features live music. Vendors include Celebrity Dairy, In Good Heart Farm, and bmc brewing. See their full list of vendors.
Come early if you’d like to review what is being offered; sales begin at the scheduled time, signaled by the bell. Bring along small bills ($20 or lower) to pay for your purchase. Some vendors accept credit and debit cards, and most will accept checks. This event takes place outdoors, rain or shine. Entry is free. Leashed, well-behaved pets are welcome. See more events at Fearrington Village.

Creating Diverse Habitat for Pollinators and Other Beneficial Insects
2026-02-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Chatham County Cooperative Extension for Creating Diverse Habitat for Pollinators and Other Beneficial Insects on Wed, Feb 18, 2pm-5pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). This in-person workshop will discuss how to create habitats for pollinators and other beneficial insects. The target audience is farmers and gardeners.

NC State University, in collaboration with N.C. Cooperative Extension and the NC Botanical Garden were awarded a two-year grant from the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program to study pollinator and beneficial insect habitat on farms. The team will present a workshop to share results from this project. Drawing on lessons learned over the three years, the team developed practical guidance and recommendations for getting started, which will be shared during this workshop.

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

Chatham Landscape and Green Industry Conference
2026-02-23 07:30 - 14:30 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Chatham County Cooperative Extension for a Chatham Landscape and Green Industry Conference on Mon, Feb 23, 7:30am-2:30pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). The Chatham Green Industry and Landscape Conference provides continuing education and re-certification credits for green industry professionals, including landscapers, grounds and turf managers, and greenhouse and nursery producers. Home gardeners, HOA grounds managers, and others are also welcome to attend.
Tickets for this event are $30 per person. Seating is limited, so registration is required. This event takes place indoors in Hall A. The space is ADA-compliant. Free parking is available on-site. No pets allowed. See more events at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center.

Pittsboro Farmers Market
2026-02-26 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-05 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-12 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-26 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-02 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-09 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-16 15:00 - 18:00 | Pittsboro Pop-Up Park, West Salisbury Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, 27312, United States
The Pittsboro Farmers Market is open year-round and features select items from within a 50-mile radius. They are open every Thursday, 3pm-6pm at Pittsboro’s Pop-Up Park. The product-only market features baked goods, eggs, flowers, honey, jams/jellies, soaps, plants, poultry, and other meats. Vendors include Celebrity Dairy, In Good Heart Farm, and Vortex Roasters. Many chefs at restaurants in our area network with Pittsboro Farmers Market vendors, including Kingston 99 Kitchen and West End Kitchen & Catering. You can find a complete, up-to-date list of vendors here.
Special markets are hosted on occasion.
The Pittsboro Farmers Market takes place outdoors, rain or shine. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed. Entry is free. Bringing your own bags, cash, and a cooler for perishable items is advised. The market is held on a gravel lot beneath the solar panels, with free parking available nearby. See more farmers markets in our area.

Stamp It Up(Cycled) Pop-Up with Roam Paint Press
2026-03-07 14:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant for a Stamp It Up(Cycled) Pop-Up with Roam Paint Press on Sat, Mar 7, 2pm-6pm. Drop in anytime between 2pm-6pm to revive your vintage gems and thrifted threads. Unlimited black ink and over 200 hand-cut stamps will let you refresh at least a little bit of your wardrobe. Beginner-friendly, both child and adult approved! This is a drop-in event; no RSVP is needed.
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.
Free parking is available on-site. 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.

Daylight Savings Nature Walk at The Plant
2026-03-08 14:00 - 15:15, 2026-03-08 16:00 - 17:15 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
In honor of the Tree Museum’s One-Year Birthday Gala and Whiskey Release Party, join The Plant for a Daylight Savings Nature Walk on Sun, Mar 8. This gentle, sensory-based walk invites you to slow down, connect with the trees, and tend to yourself during this quieter season. Guided experiences will help you drop into your body, awaken your senses, and reconnect with the natural world—embracing winter as a time to go within, rest, and restore. Hikes will take place at the following times:

2pm-3:15pm.
4pm-5:15pm.

There is a suggested donation of $20 for this event, but participants are welcome to contribute what they can. Previous walks have sold out, so reserve your spot today! Follow your walk, 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.
Free parking is available on-site. The event takes place 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.

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.

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.

Fermentation: Yogurt Making
2026-03-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Chatham County Cooperative Extension for a Fermentation: Yogurt Making workshop on Thu, Mar 19, 11am-12:30pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center. Get ready to dive into the world of fermentation with this hands-on, fun, and informative session on making your own yogurt at home! Learn the ins and outs of fermentation and discover how easy it is to make delicious, nutritious yogurt right in your kitchen. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into the world of fermentation and take your culinary skills to the next level.
This event is held indoors and costs $10 per person. Accommodation requests can be made to Tara Gregory up to one week before the workshop. Contact her at 919.542.8247 or tara_gregory@ncsu.edu. Free parking is available on the left side of the Cooperative Extension office entrance (red rocking chairs are outside the entrance). Sorry – no pets allowed. More CCACC events.

Lifelong Gardening: Making Gardens More Accessible
2026-04-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Chatham County Cooperative Extension and the NC State Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Chatham County for Lifelong Gardening: Making Gardens More Accessible on Thu, Apr 16, 9am-12pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center. This workshop is designed to educate the public about ideas, tools, and techniques to help make the joys and benefits of gardening more accessible as they age. The Lifelong Gardening Workshop will focus on three main areas:

Modifications to the garden: Alternative garden layouts, plant selections, and container choices.
Preparation of the gardener: Garden session plans, warming up, and proper tool use techniques
Tool selection: Choosing proper tools and adaptive options.

This event is held indoors and costs $15 per person. More information about this event can be found here. Free parking is available onsite. Persons with disabilities and persons with limited English proficiency may request accommodations to participate by contacting Ginger Cunningham, County Extension Director, at 919.542.8202, ginger_cunningham@ncsu.edu, or in person at the County Extension Office at least 30 days prior to the event.
Sorry – no pets allowed. More CCACC events.

Vegan Spring Potluck
2026-04-18 17:30 - 21:00 | Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, 7236 US Hwy 87 N, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Are you ready for Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge’s FREE Vegan Spring Potluck on Sat, Apr 18, 5:30pm-9pm? These events have been so popular and successful, and they hope this one will be the best yet! PFAR vegan potlucks are great opportunities for vegans and vegan-curious individuals to meet like-minded people, engage in meaningful conversations, and share delicious food. Board games are available on-site, but please feel free to bring any games from home to share.
Like always, this event is free! Here are a couple of important notes:

Please bring your own plates, forks, bowls, and other eating utensils from home to help make the event environmentally friendly and reduce the use of disposables.
Please also bring a note card listing the ingredients in your dish(es) to help those with specific food allergies.

The event also includes a meet-and-greet with their cow residents. Two experienced Tour Guides will introduce you to the Refuge herd of eight curious, social cows, including a three-generational family.
This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to celebrate warmer weather, longer days, and compassionate living. RSVP and let them know what you’re thinking of bringing using this link!
There is an ADA-certified porta-potty on site, and a portable handwashing station has also been installed. Please note: Animal residents will not be available during this event, except for the cows, which may approach the Pavilion fence line. Please email them at info@piedmontrefuge.org or call them at 919.533.4013 if you have any additional questions about this event.
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge (PFAR) is a nonprofit organization that rescues farm animals in need, educates people about the cruelty of factory farms, and promotes veganism by providing resources, support, and community for individuals interested in living cruelty-free lifestyles. See more events at PFAR.

Earth Day Canoe Paddle and Clean Up
2026-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Bynum Mills Access, 160 Bynum Church Road, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join Friends of the Lower Haw and NC State Parks for an Earth Day Canoe Paddle and Clean Up on Wed, Apr 22, 10am-2pm at the Lower Haw River State Natural Area. Paddle the Haw in a tandem canoe while cleaning up trash in the river along the way. After a short introduction, the paddle trip will launch at Bynum Mill Access and take out about 3.4 miles downstream at the US 64 Haw River Canoe Access, with a shuttle ride back to Bynum Mill Access.
Bring your own snacks/lunch and drinking water for a short lunch stop along the river. NC State Parks will provide the canoes, life jackets, and shuttle ride. The estimated total time for the event, including the introduction, lunch stop, paddling, and the shuttle ride back, is approximately 4 hours. Your guide is Sean Higgins, Interpretation & Education Manager with NC State Parks.
For questions, contact Sean Higgins at sean.higgins@ncparks.gov. Space is limited to 10 people for this free, outdoor event. Pre-registration required. Sign up here. See more Chatham Sports Alliance Events.
