Save the Date for the 34th AnnualDowntown Clayton Christmas Village and Tree Lighting, hosted by theDowntown Development Association and the Town of Clayton Located on Main Street between O’Neil Street and Smith Street. There is a fun-filled Lineup for the night including: -Santa and Mrs. Claus -Downtown Business Open House -Christmas activities and attractions all up and down Main Street -Trackless Train -Presentation of the 2024 Christmas Spirit Award -Storefront Decorating Contest winners willbe announced -Performances by local schools, dance groups, and entertainers -Food Trucks -Tree Lighting Ceremony will start at 7:15 inTown Square -And MORE! https://www.facebook.com/events/1713432779499288/

The Town of Princeton will host its second-annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Thursday December 5.

Don't miss the annual Christmas on Main event in Downtown Benson. You can get some shopping done, check out the Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade and even visit with Santa. There will be food trucks on Main Street and Fainting Goat Brewery will be open in the new social district.

Downtown Smithfield is especiallymagical in December, when the storefronts are beautifully decoratedfor Christmas and the Town decks the halls for the season! The DSDChosts Christmas Carriage Rides togive people a chance to enjoy thetwinkling lights around our festive downtown! In 2024, Christmas Carriage Rides will be offered on Friday November 29th (6-9PM), December 6th (6-9PM), 15th (5-8PM), andthe 20th (6-9PM). This year it will be a first come, first serve basis. When you arrival, you'll signup and wait your turn! This givesthe chance to browse around to our downtown businesses while you wait. ​ The carriages can typically accommodate groups of 4-6, depending on the carriage and the sizeof the riders. Carriage rides typically last about ten minutes for $25 per group ride. Have dinner downtown before or after your carriage ride at one of our fantastic restaurants! Do some shopping! Takein a movie or visit some of our wonderful attractions! If you'd like more information, please email us at info@downtownsmithfield.com so that we can open a spot for someone else who would like to! https://www.facebook.com/events/896192419155015/?event_time_id=896192432488347

Important Dates and Deadlines: August 1, 2023 Vendor RegistrationApplication Online & Available September 1, 2023 Vendor application closes. September 16, 2023 Vendor Acceptance/Waitlisted Emails Distributed October 31, 2023 Refund/Cancellation Deadline November 15, 2023 Final Booth Confirmations Event Details Event Date: Saturday, December 7th: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Location: Pace Family Farms Doors Open to Vendors: Saturday, December 7th at 6:30 AM This is anoutdoor event. Parts of the eventare under a covered shelter in the event of rain. 10 x 10 Space Rental: $60 + processing fees Electricity Rental: $10 Additional Fee+ processing fees 6' Table & Chair Rental: $10 Additional Fee + processing fees General Information All applications will be processed in the order they are received. Late applications will not be accepted. Applications will be available through our website. *If youhave trouble uploading your photos, please send a separate email topacefamilyfarms@gmail.com with your photos. Your reservation/acceptance will be sent via email followed by invoice through Square. Allpayments must be paid through theinvoice. No cash or checks will be accepted. Payments will not be through Facebook! No direct sell vendors will be allowed, (i.e. MaryKay, Scentsy, Thirty-One, Pampered Chef, Tuper Ware https://www.facebook.com/events/996591818909997/

Check out the annual Stink, Stank, Stunk 5k Run and Jingle Bell Jog at Smithfield Community Park on Saturday, December 7. The participation fee is a new, unwrapped toy that benefits Harbor Shelter and the Johnston County DSS Angel Tree Project. For more, visit www.smithfield-nc.com/page/christmas_stink_stank_stunk.

Join us raising toys for the kidsin Johnston County. Bring your team, your co-workers, friends, and dog friends. It's a fun time for agreat cause. You can pre registeror register the morning of. https://www.facebook.com/events/1268402694334546/

Check out the annual Christmas Parade in Four Oaks!