Chatham County Fair SEPT. 21-24
The 73rd annual countywide event, hosted by the Chatham County Agricultural and Industrial Fair Association, offers activities for the
whole family, including art exhibits, face painting, a Ferris wheel and more. The fair began in 1950 as a celebration of household and locally made arts, food and merchandise. This year features soulful country music by Stan Malette, a dance contest and fashion show to get the audience on their feet. chathamcountyncfair.com
PepperFest
Audiences at last year’s PepperFest enjoyed an acrobatic performance by Imagine Circus.
OCT. 1, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Celebrate sustainable local farming and artisans at The Plant during Abundance NC’s 16th annual event. Guests can expect pepper-themed food and drinks prepared by various vendors, including Blue Ridge Pepper Patch, Bulletproof Sauces, Pleasant Burn Sauce Co. and many more. Be sure to stick around for the crowning of a Pepper King and Queen! Other highlights include live music from Soultriii, a kids zone, educational activities and more. abundancenc.org
SIX EVENTS You won’t want to miss
PHOTO BY ADRIAN MORENO
Shakori Hills GrassRoots Festival
Fall-O-Ween Trunk R’ Treat
OCT. 5-8
OCT. 27, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Experience a vibrant weekend of music, dancing, and art at the
Dress in your best Halloween costume and visit car trunks for goodies during this free drive-thru event hosted by Siler City Parks and Recreation at Bray Park Sports Complex. Attendees can showcase their fall spirit, and vendors, community organizations and government departments join in the fun with decorated booths. Prizes are awarded to trick-or-treaters with the best costumes, and attendees can enjoy concessions, games and inflatables. Bring a blanket to watch a screening of “Hotel Transylvania 4: Transformania” for the last Friday Night Flicks of the season at sunset. silercity.org/parks-recreation
Shakori Hills Community Arts Center,
celebrating the 20th anniversary of this signature festival. Secure your spot for on-site camping in tents, vehicles or RVs, and immerse yourself in performances by global bands like The Vine Sisters, Jon Stickley Trio, Kyle Travers and more. shakorihillsgrassroots.org
Goldston Old Fashion Day OCT. 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The one-day street festival in downtown Goldston features handmade items from vendors and interactive activities including a climbing wall, petting zoo, pony rides and balloon art. Vendors serving chicken, barbecue, fish, hot dogs and more line the streets, and kids can operate tractors, participate in pumpkin painting, make sand art and mine for gems. The event is run by the Goldston Lions Club, a service organization working to raise awareness for individuals with visual impairment, diabetics and other special needs.
EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE; CHECK WITH ORGANIZERS PRIOR TO ATTENDING.
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Pittsboro Street Fair OCT. 28, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Rotary Club of Pittsboro organizes the town’s yearly downtown carnival, featuring an array of local craft vendors, food stalls and beverage options, as well as talented musicians and performers. Children can enjoy entertainment like a bounce house, face painting and balloon art. This year’s event adds an exciting twist with the first-ever after-hours segment, highlighted by a surprise band performance from 4 to 6 p.m. pittsboronc.gov CM