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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Events

This boat race is like none you've seen before as 2-person teams in boats built entirely from cardboard, duct tape, and glue will race down the Neuse River on Saturday, August 12!  The race will start at 5:00 p.m., with a DJ at the Boat Ramp from 4-7pm, and the Awards Ceremony at 6:45pm at the Neuse River Amphitheater, followed by a band from 7-9pm.

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The Third StrEATery, Downtown Smithfield's Outside Dining Room and Live Entertainment Venue, is back and better than ever in 2023!  Save the dates: May 19, June 16, September 15, and October 20, and click the link below to see the fantastic bands we've booked for this year!

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2023 Downtown Smithfield Calendar of Events

There's a lot going on this year in Downtown Smithfield!  Check out our calendar of events and make sure you go ahead and save all of these dates!

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    • Save the date!!Smithfield Farmers Market & Artisan Fair 100 block S Third St, Saturday June 10th....
    Save the date!!
    Smithfield Farmers Market & Artisan Fair 100 block S Third St, Saturday June 10th 9a-2p
    (Pending Town Council approval June 6th)
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    School is almost out, which means it’s almost time for Kids Summer Movies at the @howelltheatr....
    School is almost out, which means it’s almost time for Kids Summer Movies at the @howelltheatre! Admission to these special 10am shows is just $1, and you can get the special drink and popcorn combo f Read More 1 Comments fetch
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    UPDATE: Unfortunately, this Saturday’s market has been canceled due to the threat of inclement....
    UPDATE: Unfortunately, this Saturday’s market has been canceled due to the threat of inclement weather.
    Don’t forget! The Downtown Smithfield Farmers Market will be open this Saturday, May 27 from 9 Read More     2 Comments fetch
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    Have you seen the new planters going in today? These new additions are thanks to the Downtown Sm....
    Have you seen the new planters going in today? These new additions are thanks to the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation’s Design committee and our desire to add some color and vibrancy downto Read More 5 Comments fetch
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    As a Main Street America Affiliate™, the Downtown Smithfield Development Corporation is part of a 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. 
     
     
     
      
    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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