Pittsboro-Siler City Convention & Visitors Bureau

Live Music: Cross Tie at City Tap
2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | City Tap, 89 Hillsboro Street, Suite B, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The City Tap for Live Music with Cross Tie on the following dates:

Sat, May 16, 7:30pm-9:30pm.
Sat, Jun 27, 7:30pm-9:30pm.

On Saturdays, enjoy $3.50 mimosas or a bottle for $12.50, with your choice of orange, pineapple, cranberry, or grapefruit juice.
This event takes place at The City Tap. There is no cover charge for this event, but tipping the musicians is recommended. The patio is wheelchair-accessible from the back of the building. There is a lift to the second floor, and the service area is located on the secondary staircase that connects to the patio. See all events at City Tap.

Orchid Gallery: Twilight Hours Small Group Classes
2026-05-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Orchid Gallery, 2698 Hanks Chapel Road, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join the Orchid Gallery for Twilight Hours Small Group Classes, hosted on the following dates:

Sat, May 16, 6:30pm-8pm.
Sat, Jun 13, 6:30pm-8pm.
Sat, Jul 11, 6:30pm-8pm.

This twilight class is offered to groups of 3-6 people in the early evening. This time of day is the most beautiful as the sun pours in at a low angle, casting shadows and silhouettes. Your group will tour the greenhouses and ask questions about orchid cultivation. Make a reservation in Pittsboro for later in the evening – consider West End Kitchen & Catering, The Sycamore at Chatham Mills, Cafe Root Cellar, or The Beagle, to name a few of many options. This event is bring-your-own-beverage – consider stopping by and picking something up from one of our craft beverage makers. Sunset times change throughout the year, so if this time and day do not work for your group, please contact them with a time that works for you so they can accommodate you.
The tour and class take about an hour and a half. Classes are $200 per group. This event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. No pets allowed. See more Orchid Gallery events.

Live Piano Music at The Sycamore
2026-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The Sycamore at Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Suite 500, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night, 6pm-9pm, The Sycamore at Chatham Mills hosts live Live Piano Music. The series features a rotating list of local musicians. Past and present musicians include Kris Whitenack, Robert Griffin, Lindsey Rosebrook, and Stephanie Schmitt. See the upcoming lineup here.
See more events at The Sycamore at Chatham Mills.

Carolina Brewery Spring Music Series
2026-05-16 17:30 - 20:00 | Carolina Brewery & Grill, 120 Lowes Dr, Ste 100, Pittsboro, NC 27312, NC, 27312, United States
Take in live music from local musicians on the patio at Carolina Brewery and Grill during their Spring Music Series. Hosted Saturdays, April-May, 5:30pm-8pm. See specific dates and performers listed below.

Sat, Apr 25, 5:30pm-8pm Millennium Road.
Sat, May 2, 5:30pm-8pm Shaken & Stirred.
Sat, May 9, 5:30pm-8pm Big T.
Sat, May 16, 5:30pm-8pm Rhonda Robichaux & Meaux.
Sat, May 23, 5:30pm-8pm Lee Gildersleeve & the Bad Dogs.
Sat, May 30, 5:30pm-8pm Butter.

Admission is free. Enjoy burgers, tacos, apps, and of course, their award-winning beer. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages and Country Inns Trail. See all events at Carolina Brewery & Grill.

Twilight Tours at Carolina Tiger Rescue
2026-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Carolina Tiger Rescue, 1940 Hanks Chapel Road, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Carolina Tiger Rescue’s popular Twilight Tours run from March through October (Daylight Saving Time) on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. Tours are for adults only (guests ages 18 years and older). Twilight tours are a more intimate experience to meet CTR’s animals. During these tours, guests are the only visitors in the sanctuary. The work of the day is done, and the guests have the sanctuary all to themselves. Enjoy a quiet evening with the cats, and you might just be lucky enough to be serenaded by the lions! After all, they are still wild animals! As with all their tours, they cannot guarantee what the cats will do, but it’s hard to have a bad evening with the animals.
The 2026 schedule will begin on Sun, Mar 8, and run through Sat, Oct 31. The timeframe provided in this event listing is an estimate – please check your tickets for the exact time slot. Your Twilight Tour will last for about 1 ½ hours. Please arrive 15 minutes early. Trained volunteer tour guides will walk you through the animal sanctuary. You will learn about the various species living at Carolina Tiger Rescue and the challenges they face in the wild, as well as the difficulties they encounter in captivity. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and take photos, but please note that there will be no physical contact with the animals.
Advance tickets are required for attendees (no walk-ins available). Tours are offered from April to October on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings, rain or shine. The cost is $32 per person, and a maximum of 25 people may attend each tour. Tickets are available 8 weeks before your visit.
See more events at Carolina Tiger Rescue.
BEFORE YOU VISIT
There are several things CTR would like you to know before booking your tour. Please reach the information below before purchasing your tickets:

All tours go out rain or shine. In the event of an extreme weather event, Carolina Tiger Rescue will contact guests to inform them if a cancellation is necessary.
Photos may be taken during your tour after you’ve signed your visitor release.
The Education Center is wheelchair-accessible; however, the gravel and grass paths may be more challenging to navigate for individuals with mobility impairments. Golf carts are available to assist guests as needed. If you have accessibility concerns, please call 919.542.4648 to make arrangements before your visit.
GPS may not provide accurate directions to CTR’s location. They recommend using the directions from their website to ensure a successful arrival.
CTR does not allow outside animals anywhere on the property. Please leave your pets at home.

Live Music at Galloway's
2026-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | The Belted Goat, Market Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, 27312, United States
Visit The Belted Goat/Galloway’s Bar at Fearrington Village, for live music, local beer on tap, and wine by the glass Wednesday-Saturday, 5pm-7pm. Check out their events calendar to see who’s playing.
Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.

Live Music: Matty Frank and The Bobbies
2026-05-16 15:00 - 17:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant for Live Music with Matty Frank and The Bobbies on Sat, May 16, 3pm-5pm. Fresh off their 2025 East Coast tour, Matty Frank and the Bobbies blend indie-rock energy with lush orchestral pop via omnichord flair, dramatic violin textures, gritty guitar solos, soaring clarinet tooting, bumping bass lines, and polyrhythmic drum fills that make you question where you are and what you hear. A fixture in NC’s music scene for several years, they’ve played Cat’s Cradle, Hopscotch, Pour House, and Carrboro Music Fest.
Self-taught in his musical and engineering knowledge, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Matty Frank creates naturalist art pop for modern druids, infusing each phrase with an intangible sparkliness. Praised for his hauntingly specific and relatable lyricism, he taps into community and global consciousness to converse with those who daydream of a more fantastical, shinier world, real or otherwise, through music and visuals. His sprinkling of delectable pop melodic shapes onto fantastically cinematic, whimsical, video game-inspired sound palettes makes for one-of-a-kind listening and performance experiences.
There is no cover for music, but tips for the musicians are encouraged. Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. 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.

Craft Cocktail Class Featuring Balancing Act Gin
2026-05-16 14:30 - 15:30 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company for a Craft Cocktail Class Featuring Balancing Act Gin on Sat, May 16, 2:30pm-3:30pm. Take this opportunity to learn how Fair Game’s craft cocktail bartenders work with Gin and seasonal flavors to create the best cocktails in Chatham! This craft cocktail class will teach you all you need to know about working with gin. Specifically, Fair Game’s own Balancing Act Gin, a smooth, juniper-light, botanical dream. Fair Game’s very own bar manager, Rob Hamlet, will be teaching the class. The cost is $20 per person. This event is part of Gin Season Opening Day.
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.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. 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.

Nancy Johnston Hall: Sweet Fields Beyond
2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | McIntyre’s Books, 220 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for Nancy Johnston Hall, Sweet Fields Beyond in conversation with Susan Ketchinr on Sat, May 16, 2pm-3pm. This free event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. The space is wheelchair accessible. No pets allowed. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.
BOOK SUMMARY
THE YEAR IS 1837. When widow Louisa Evans, with no belongings or purpose, joins her sister and brother-in-law on a 700-mile arduous trek by wagon train from Pennsylvania, she hopes for a fresh start. Their destination is the Black Hawk Purchase, a wild, unsettled expanse along the Mississippi, soon to be called Iowa. And the journey west is only the beginning… When tragedy strikes, Louisa and her brother-in-law, Isaac, must build a farm alone on virgin land, enduring backbreaking labor, shared grief, and impossible moral choices. Through her unflinching journal, Louisa records each trial in a voice both lyrical and candid, a widow’s quiet passage from invisibility toward self-possession.
AUTHOR BIOS
For her first novel, Nancy Johnston Hall chose to write a fictionalized version of her own ancestors’ stories, who were among the first to settle in the Blackhawk Territory—present-day Iowa. An evocative letter passed down in her family from the real Louisa Evans, her great-great-grandmother, inspired the literate, introspective voice of her fictional Louisa’s journal. Because she’s happiest when she’s in her creative zone, Nancy retired reluctantly from her career as an award-winning medical journalist and documentary filmmaker. As co-owner of a health communication company—her dream job—she wrote everything from brochures and books to television PSAs, documentary scripts, billboard slogans, on and on. When she and her husband moved from Minnesota to North Carolina, she found a new form of writing—personal essays. When she ran out of “life” to write about, her writing group suggested she try fiction. Oh my goodness, as her protagonist, Louisa, would say, is she happy she followed their advice? Nancy now lives in the deep woods near Chapel Hill with her husband and has begun a second novel about England and Paris during the 1920 and 30s.
Susan Ketchin is an author, editor, and teacher who lives in Chapel Hill. Author of The Christ-Haunted Landscape: Faith and Doubt in Southern Fiction (University Press of Mississippi), essays, and short fiction, Ketchin has taught creative writing at Duke University and North Carolina State University. She has served as Associate Editor at Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, fiction editor at Southern Exposure and DoubleTake Magazines, and fiction and poetry editor of the St. Andrews Review. She is currently an editor with the North Carolina Writers’ Network’s Critique and Editing Service. Ketchin enjoys leading workshops and retreats in creative writing, songwriting, and publishing your works, most recently with the Arts School in Carrboro, NC.

Rosé All Day: The Art of Pink Perfection
2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | EB Wines, 40140 Moring, Chapel Hill, 27517, United States
Join EB Wines for Rosé All Day: The Art of Pink Perfection on Sat, May 16, 2pm-3pm. Celebrate the charm and versatility of rosé in this guided tasting experience. From pale blush to vibrant coral, you’ll explore how color, aroma, and flavor come together to create wines that are as refreshing as they are refined. Perfect for anyone who loves elegance, sunshine, and a touch of sophistication in their glass. Enjoy an evening of pure pink bliss — sip, swirl, and savor the rosé way.
The eighth annual series of Wine Tasting Classes comprises monthly sessions hosted by Esteban Brunello, owner of EB Wines. The classes are informative yet relaxed and open to guests with varying levels of knowledge, from novice wine drinkers to seasoned tasters. Classes are led by owner and wine director Esteban Brunello, who guides guests through the wine tasting process. Guests will learn to identify key wine notes, explore winemaking techniques, and receive recommendations for food pairings.
Tickets are $50 per person, and space is limited. This event takes place indoors. No pets are allowed. Free parking is available on-site. EB Wines is ADA-compliant. EB Wines is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See all events at EB Wines.

Teaching Art as a Small Business
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | 79° West, 120 Mosaic Blvd, Suite 120, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join 79° West and the Chatham Artist’s Guild for Teaching Art as a Small Business on Sat, May 16, 1pm-3pm. Kathy Flood, a well-established fine artist and teacher, leads a practical, confidence-building workshop on structuring, pricing, and promoting your art classes. To register, please click here before Sat, May 9, 2026. This workshop is open to adults, teens 14 and older, and CAG members in Chatham County. Class size is limited to 10-14 people. Make sure to bring a laptop, pen, and paper for taking notes.

This indoor event is open to coworking members and the public. Part of MOSAIC at Chatham Park. See all events at MOSAIC.

Free Wine Tastings at The Belted Goat
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | The Belted Goat, Market Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina, 27312, United States
Visit The Belted Goat/Galloway’s Bar at Fearrington Village for free wine tastings select Saturdays, 1pm-3pm. Tastings will vary depending on when you visit, so please check their calendar before planning your visit.
Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.

Quilting Basics – Beginner
2026-05-16 12:30 - 16:00 | Quilted Needle Fabrics, 350 East Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join Quilted Needle for this Quilting Basics – Beginner class, hosted every Saturday, May 2-May 30, 12:30pm-4pm. In the quilting basics class, students will learn essential quilting techniques, including cutting, piecing, pressing, quilting, and binding. This class is ideal for confident beginners – you must know how to sew. Class is $145 for all sessions, pattern included. Each session is 3.5 hours. Registration for the class is available by calling Quilted Needle at 919.214.9848 or in person at Quilted Needle.
See more events at Quilted Needle.

Talks at The Plant: A Brief History of Gin
2026-05-16 12:30 - 13:30 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company for a special edition of Talks at The Plant: A Brief History of Gin on Sat, May 16, 12:30pm-1:30pm. Join Master Distiller George Dusek for an informational hour all about the history of gin. Everything from the botanicals used to the infusion process and bottling will be discussed. Tastings of Fair Game’s Balancing Act Gin will also be available! This event is part of Gin Season Opening Day.
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.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. 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.

Gin Season Opening Day at The Plant
2026-05-16 12:00 - 18:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company for Gin Season Opening Day on Sat, May 16, 12pm-6pm. Spend the day enjoying all things gin! The day will feature craft cocktail classes and signature drinks, an informational talk covering the history of gin, live music from Matty Frank and The Bobbies from 3pm-5pm, and plenty of sunshine!
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.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Free parking is available onsite. 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.

Jayne Anne Phillips: Small Town Girls
2026-05-16 11:00 - 12:00 | McIntyre’s Books, 220 Market Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join McIntyre’s Books for Jayne Anne Phillips, Small Town Girls: A Writer’s Memoir on Sat, May 16, 11am-12pm. This free event takes place indoors. Free parking is available on-site. The space is wheelchair accessible. No pets allowed. Fearrington Village is part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail. See more events at Fearrington Village.
BOOK SUMMARY
Tender, inviting, sparkling with wisdom and open-heartedness, Small Town Girls is part coming-of-age story, part social history, Jayne Anne Phillips’s most personal, most accessible book yet—a love letter to the place and the people who have shaped her perceptions and her writing.
AUTHOR BIOS
Jayne Anne Phillips is the author of Black Tickets, Machine Dreams, Fast Lanes, Shelter, MotherKind, Lark and Termite, Quiet Dell, and Night Watch, which was awarded the Pulitzer Prize in 2024. Her work has been a finalist once for the National Book Award and twice for the National Book Critics Circle Award. The recipient of Guggenheim, National Endowment for the Arts, Howard, Bunting, and Rockefeller Foundation Fellowships, she is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters. She lives in Boston and New York.

Ducklings and Donuts
2026-05-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-16 09:00 - 10:00 | My Little Farmer – Durham, 8794 NC-751, Durham, 27713, United States
Join My Little Farmer for Ducklings and Donuts, hosted on the following dates:

Sat, May 16, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am.
Sun, May 17, 9am-10am and 10:30am-11am.

Welcome the new ducklings! This visit includes interactions with the ducklings, water play, a craft, photo ops, and a delicious treat from Duck Donuts. The cost is $25 per child, and adult participation is required. Ideal for children ages 3-9, but ages 1-13 are welcome. There is a 25% sibbling discount for a second child and a 35% discount for a third child. See more My Little Farmer events.

The NoVi Flow
2026-05-16 10:15 - 11:15 | The NoVi Green, 175 Parkland Drive, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Find your rhythm at The NoVi Flow, hosted every first and third Saturday, May-June, 10:15am-11:15am. This community yoga experience is held outdoors on the NoVi Green, just across from the Chatham Park YMCA. Led by Chatham Park YMCA instructors and designed for all levels, this energizing class offers a refreshing way to start the day with movement, mindfulness, and fresh air. Whether you are building strength, improving flexibility, or simply looking to reset, The NoVi Flow creates space to move, recharge, and connect. This event will take place on the following dates:

Sat, May 2, 10:15am-11:15am.
Sat, May 16, 10:15am-11:15am.
Sat, Jun 6, 10:15am-11:15am.
Sat, Jun 20, 10:15am-11:15am.

This free event takes place outdoors. Please bring your own mat and water bottle. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be canceled. Check Chatham Park’s social media channels for updates. Registration required on the Chatham Park App. See more NoVi events.

Saturday Morning Market at The Plant
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | The Plant, 220 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant for a Saturday Morning Market hosted every third Saturday, May-Aug, 10am-2pm. Sell your vintage, antiques, and secondhand goods, share items you’re ready to pass along, or simply come hunt for a good find. Shop, wander, and enjoy food and drinks from The Plant businesses throughout the day – grab coffee from Metal Brixx and Brunch at Ta Contento. Find vintage, antiques, secondhand goods, jewelry, furniture, rugs, lamps, tools, and oddities.
Think cafe meets flea market, meets arts and crafts, meets Facebook market. It’s meant to be a gathering spot for children and dogs and a little neighbor-to-neighbor trading. You might also see some local produce pop up from Little Pond Gardens and other tenants!
The vendor fee is $15 – you can apply here. Free and convenient parking. Free entry. Fully accessible. Family, kid, and leashed pet friendly.
Most events are rain or shine; if they have to cancel, they will do so as far in advance as possible. Leashed, well-behaved pets are allowed outside; pet policies indoors 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. There is free parking. See all events at The Plant.

Introduction to the Art of Bonsai
2026-05-16 10:00 - 14:00 | For Garden’s Sake, 9197 Hwy 751 S, Durham, NC, 27713, United States
Join For Garden’s Sake for Introduction to the Art of Bonsai. This engaging class is for those interested in learning about this fascinating horticultural art form. The class and hands-on workshop will teach the aesthetic aspects of classical bonsai, as well as the technical and horticultural fundamentals you’ll need to enjoy this wonderful hobby. The class will cover bonsai styles, design, pruning, wiring, container selection, potting, and care. Classes are held on the following dates:

Sat, Apr 18, 10am-2pm.
Sat, May 16, 10am-2pm.

Instructor Ken Hallatt is a bonsai artist, educator, and owner of Carolina Bonsai. He has over 40 years of experience, has trained with many gifted international bonsai artists, and enjoys sharing this “growing art” with others. He was previously the President of the Triangle Bonsai Society.
The fee for this class is $85 per person and includes all workshop materials you’ll need to create your very own bonsai, an introductory bonsai book, a detailed aftercare guide for your new tree, and light hors d’oeuvres. Payment at the time of registration is required to hold your spot. Registration without payment will be disregarded. This event takes place indoors at The Robin’s Nest. Free parking is available on-site. See more events at For Garden’s Sake.

Gardenside Chat - Pollinator Plants
2026-05-16 10:00 - 10:30 | For Garden’s Sake, 9197 Hwy 751 S, Durham, NC, 27713, United States
Join For Garden’s Sake for a Gardenside Chat – Pollinator Plants on Sat, May 16, 10am-10:30am. Create a garden that supports bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators! During this informative, lecture-based walk-and-talk, Kelly highlights plants that attract and nourish pollinators throughout the growing season. Learn which flowers, shrubs, and perennials are best for supporting pollinator habitats, along with tips for planting and caring for them in your landscape. There will also be time for questions and answers, so you can get helpful advice on building your own pollinator-friendly garden.
This free event will take place at The Garden Center. Free parking is available on site. No pets allowed. See more events at For Garden’s Sake.

NC History Book Club: Between the Lines
2026-05-16 09:30 - 10:30 | Chatham County Historical Museum, 9 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
As part of Chatham County’s year-long celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the Chatham County Historical Association (CCHA) is hosting an NC History Book Club: Between the Lines, held on the third Saturday of every month in 2026, from 9:30am-10:30am. This monthly book club will explore North Carolina’s rich history through engaging nonfiction. Whether you’re a lifelong history lover or are simply curious about the people and events that shaped our state, join CCHA for conversation and lively discussion.
Register here for the June 2026 session, where you will discuss Fire on the Beach: Recovering the Lost Story of Richard Etheridge and the Pea Island Lifesavers by David Wright and David Zoby. Fire on the Beach explores the dangers of 19th-century coastal transportation along North Carolina’s “Graveyard of the Atlantic,” where ships carrying goods and people faced constant danger. Through the story of Richard Etheridge and the all-black crew of the US Life-Saving Service, the crew faced discrimination and the dangers of the Atlantic, yet rose to heroism in their service. Participation is free, and you are welcome to bring friends. This month’s event takes place Sat, Jun 20, 9:30am-10:30am at the Chatham County Courthouse and Historical Museum.
All are welcome, and admission is free. To register and for more information, click here. This event takes place indoors. The Courthouse and Historical Museum is ADA-accessible. Free parking is available across the street in front of the Chatham County Government Annex. No pets allowed. This event is part of our Chatham Celebrates America 250 initiative. See more America 250 events. See more events hosted by The Chatham Historical Association.

Obstacles and Trail Clinic at Bar T Horsemanship
2026-05-16 09:00 - 16:00 | Bar T Horsemanship, 730 Pete Thomas Road, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join Bar T Horsemanship for their annual Obstacles and Trail Clinic on Sat, May 16, 9am-4pm. This year, they are combining these two clinics. A few of the challenges they will address include:

Buddy sour/herd sour horses.
Rider confidence.
Crossing water.
Gait transitions from walk/trot to canter/lope.
Jigging on the trail.
Standing on a loose rein.
Following too close.
Speed control.
Softness in the horse’s body.

In addition to the obstacle field, they will include some obstacles on the trail. The fee is $275, and the clinic is limited to eight participants.
Clinics start promptly at 9am. The property opens at 8am, so please arrive early to settle in and have your horse cared for. They usually start with a meet-and-greet on the barn deck, then proceed to tack and ride, depending on the clinic. All clinics include a hearty lunch with drinks and dessert. They have limited facilities to board your horse overnight if you are planning on attending a multiple-day clinic. They also have trailer hookups if you plan to spend the night.
All clinics are for every discipline, every kind of horse, and any skill level rider! Clinics will be held at the Bar T Horsemanship facility in northern Chatham County, off Hwy 87 (730 Pete Thomas Road, Pittsboro, NC). To reserve your spot, please register by emailing thejamiestaggs@gmail.com with the following information:

Your full name.
Your contact phone number.
Your horse’s name.
Your horse’s age.
Number of years of riding experience.
Riding experience level.
Desired clinic date.

A 50% deposit of the clinic fee is due at registration; payment is accepted via Venmo. Unfortunately, due to late cancellations and no-shows, deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you have questions, feel free to text or call Jamie at 919.802.520 or Jim at 919.428.3209. You can also message them on their Facebook Page. Guests are also invited to audit any clinic for a fee of $30 per day, which includes lunch. This event takes place outdoors. See more Bar T Horsemanship events.

NC Master Naturalist Program - Insects & Pollinators
2026-05-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
The NC Master Naturalist Program – Insects & Pollinators takes place Sat, May 16, 9am-12pm at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC). Class time will focus on a discussion of pollinators. Then, you will move to the Pollinator Paradise Demonstration Garden at Chatham Mills to do some observations. During the garden visit, you will practice your identification and observation skills. Consider grabbing lunch next door at Chatham Marketplace. Ashley has created a video to help prepare you for class. Please review this BEFORE you come to class. The timestamps are listed next to the topics in case you want to move back/forth through the videos. PDFs of the slides are available here.
This event takes place indoors in Hall B, then outdoors at the Demonstration Garden. Free parking is available onsite. CCACC is wheelchair accessible. No pets allowed. See more events at CCACC.

Elite Equine & Rodeo
2026-05-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center, 1192 US-64 W, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Elite Equine and Rodeo is a horse showing reimagined to give back to the local community while creating a positive, professional experience for competitors. You can expect:

Professionalism: Shows are run as stated, on time, and with the exhibitor in mind.
The Horse First: Every horse is different. Therefore, our Judges are looking for consistency and quality. Good horsemanship is always rewarded.
Youth: They understand that youth have different needs. Therefore, they can show two-handed in any bit.
Family Mentality: A show should feel like a family; therefore, they encourage you to cheer on your competitors and create new friendships!

Shows will take place at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center (CCACC) on the following dates:

Sat, Mar 7, 8am-5pm: Benefitting the NCSU VAW Global Vet Chapter.
Sat, May 16, 8am-5pm: Benefitting Horse & Buddy Therapeutic Riding.
Sat, Sep 26, 8am-5pm: Benefitting the North Carolina Special Olympics.
Sat, Nov 14, 8am-5pm: Canned Food & Winter Coat Drive.

Register here. See more events at CCACC. See more Chatham Sports Alliance events.

Cups and Pups
2026-05-16 08:00 - 13:00 | The NoVi Green, 175 Parkland Drive, Pittsboro, 27312, United States
Join NoVi for Cups and Pups, hosted every Saturday in May, 8am-1pm. Start your morning with a fresh cup from The Saddle Roast coffee truck and bring your four-legged friend along for the fun. Whether you’re heading out after a workout at the Chatham Park YMCA or just looking for a cozy coffee stop, this is the perfect excuse to slow down and say hi to neighbors (and pups). Grab a coffee, enjoy a pup treat on NoVi, and take a stroll around NoVi while you are here. The full schedule is listed below:

Sat, May 2, 8am-1pm.
Sat, May 9, 8am-1pm.
Sat, May 16, 8am-1pm.
Sat, May 23, 8am-1pm.
Sat, May 30, 8am-1pm.

This free, pet-friendly event takes place outdoors. See more NoVi events.

Chatham Mills Farmers Market
2026-05-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Chatham Mills, 480 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Chatham Mills Farmers Market takes place every Sat, Apr-Oct, 8am-12pm and Nov-Jan, 10am-1pm. It’s a growers-only market featuring fresh veggies, fruits, meats, eggs, baked goods, preserved foods, perennial plants and garden starters, handmade crafts, and more. Takes place in the front parking lot and the lawn in front of Chatham Mills.
Vendors include Chatham Oaks Farm. Sponsors include Chatham Marketplace, Country Farm & Home, French Connections, and New Horizons Downtown.
Interested vendors should fill out the applicable form and mail it, along with the application fee, to Chatham Mills Farmers’ Market, PO Box 1571, Pittsboro, NC 27312. If you would like to attend the market as a visiting vendor during one of their special events, contact the Market Manager at cmfmmanager@gmail.com about signing up – no formal application is required.

Candleglow Sound Bath Meditation
2026-05-15 19:30 - 20:30 | Starrlight Mead, 130 Lorax Ln, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
This night-time sonic ceremony is back by popular demand! Candleglow Sound Bath Meditation returns on the third Friday of each month from 7:30pm to 8:30pm at Starrlight Mead for a candle-lit evening sound bath featuring a variety of singing bowls, chimes, and percussion accompanying the human voice. Honoring seasonal cycles, Ancient Song Therapy crafts sonic landscapes conducive to relaxation, meditation, journey work, and integration.
This event costs $25 per person and is held indoors. RSVP is required. Please contact liodhruna@gmail.com for more information. Starrlight Mead is part of The Plant. The space is wheelchair accessible, with parking and entry available behind the production facility. Additional free parking is available on-site. Pets are not allowed. See all events at The Plant. Part of the Chatham County Craft Beverages & Country Inns Trail.

Wheelhouse Music Sessions: The Stifftones + Chet Nichols
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Fair Game Beverage Company, 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC, 27312, United States
Join The Plant and Fair Game Beverage Company in Pittsboro’s new listening room for Wheelhouse Music Sessions: The Stifftones + Chet Nichols on Fri, May 15, 7pm-9pm. The Stifftones are more than a band; they are the architects of a mission. Led by husband-and-wife duo Shaun and Rachel Stief, they operate as modern-day traveling bards, fueled by a philosophy of belief in the American Dream and the defiant spirit of rock’s golden age. Their sound—a potent fusion of Midwest grit, Bakersfield country, Inland Empire-inspired punk, East-Coast cheese, and heartfelt Rock and Roll, wrapped in magic—is what they call the “Rock & Roll Devival.” Imagine if Fleetwood Mac and The Rolling Stones had a love child….
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. The event takes place indoors, and the admission cost is $20 per person. 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. Pets are not allowed. See all events at The Plant.
