Welcome to Downtown Smithfield!

Nestled between the serenity of the Neuse River and the vitality of Interstate 95, Downtown Smithfield is the center of government, enhanced by thriving, independently-owned businesses.  A destination for the arts, history, shopping, dining, entertainment, and recreation, Downtown Smithfield is the cultural center of our community.  We can't wait to welcome you to our beautiful historic downtown! 

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Attractions

Events

Join us in Downtown Smithfield on Saturday, May 7 for the 36th-ish* annual Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival and a day full of fun for the entire family! 

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The Third StrEATery, Downtown Smithfield's Outside Dining Room and Live Entertainment Venue, is back in 2022!  Save the dates: April 22, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, and September 23, and stay tuned for more information!

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Downtown Smithfield is rolling out the green and gold carpet on Friday, March 18 for the Smithfield Shamrock Shuttle!

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    • We have an AMAZING lineup of musicians and more fun for the Third StrEATery this year! Join us ....
    We have an AMAZING lineup of musicians and more fun for the Third StrEATery this year! Join us for the first one on Friday, April 22 for bluegrass from @grassstreet, games, free face painting and bal Read More 3 Comments fetch
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    We are very excited about the project underway at the @avagardnermuseum! #DowntownSmithfield #Sm....
    We are very excited about the project underway at the @avagardnermuseum! #DowntownSmithfield #SmithfieldNC #AvaGardner #publicart 8 Comments fetch
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    The ducks at @the.twistedwillow are the cutest! We’re not sure if we love the bunny ears or th....
    The ducks at @the.twistedwillow are the cutest! We’re not sure if we love the bunny ears or the tutus more! #DowntownSmithfield #SmithfieldNC #SmithfieldStrong
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    Did you know that the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation offers free carriage rides on ....
    Did you know that the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation offers free carriage rides on the third Friday of every month (plus a few more special holiday dates)? They’re a great way for people Read More
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    As a Main Street America™ Accredited program, the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by the National Main Street Center.
     
      
    NC Main Street Community FINAL White Horizontal 2Smithfield is a North Carolina Main Street Community, designated by the NC Department of Commerce and Main Street & Rural Planning Center.  The Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation is charged with administering the program at the local level and building a public-private partnership to spur economic development in partnership with the state agency. 
     
     
     
     

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