Town Of Smithfield, NC Government

06/13/2026

Great work by the Smithfield, NC Police Department and our partners!

06/12/2026

It's concert day!

Liquid Pleasure will close out the 2026 River Jam Concert Series tonight at 7:00 PM at the Neuse River Amphitheater.

We know many people have been looking forward to this show, and we're excited to welcome everyone for a fun evening of live music. While temperatures will remain warm this evening, the concert is on as scheduled. If you plan to attend, please dress appropriately for the weather, stay hydrated, and bring plenty of water. We'll also have plenty of food and drinks available tonight as well.

We'll see you tonight for the River Jam finale!

06/11/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT EVENT UPDATE: Art & Wine Walk Rescheduled 🚨

Due to the extreme heat and 105°F+ heat index predicted for tomorrow afternoon, we are moving the Spring Art & Wine Walk to NEXT Friday, June 19th from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM! ☀️🌡️

The health and safety of our community, artists, and vendors is our top priority, and we want everyone to be able to enjoy the wine and art comfortably!

🍷 Ticket Holders: Your tickets will automatically transfer to next Friday, June 19th. No action needed—just show up ready for a great time next week!

The Liquid Pleasure concert is STILL ON for tomorrow night, Friday, June 12th!

Thank you all so much for your flexibility and understanding. Stay cool, and we will see you tomorrow night for the concert, and next Friday for the Art & Wine Walk!

📞 Questions? Give us a call at (919) 934-0887.

06/09/2026

Make plans now for an unforgettable Friday night in Downtown Smithfield.

The Spring Art & Wine Walk returns Friday from 5-8pm with wine tastings, local art, handcrafted vendors, live creativity, and the annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest.

After exploring downtown, finish the evening at the Neuse River Amphitheater with Liquid Pleasure as they close out the 2026 River Jam Concert Series beginning at 7pm.

Gather your friends, enjoy everything downtown has to offer, and experience one of the most exciting nights of the summer.

Wine Walk tickets are limited and available at downtownsmithfield.com.

06/06/2026

Fresh food season is in full swing!

Mark your calendars and join us NEXT Saturday, June 13, from 8am-12pm at the Smithfield Signature Fresh Market. Shop local produce, meats, flowers, baked goods, and more while supporting the farmers and vendors who help make our community thrive.

We'll see you downtown at Town Hall Commons, located directly beside Town Hall close to the intersection of Market and 4th St. Parking is located behind Town Hall.

06/05/2026

Summer Sports Camps continue next week at the Smithfield Recreation and Aquatics Center!

⚾ Baseball (June 9-11)
🏈 Football (June 16-18)
🏓 Pickleball (June 22-26)
⚽ Soccer (June 29-July 1)

Give your child a chance to learn new skills, stay active, and have fun this summer.
Register today:https://www.smithfield-nc.com/page/parks_athletic_summer_camps
Questions? Call 919-934-2148

06/05/2026

Officers with the Smithfield Police Department regularly participate in fi****ms training to maintain proficiency, strengthen decision-making skills, and ensure they are prepared to serve and protect our community.

Ongoing training is an important part of our commitment to professionalism, safety, and public service.

06/04/2026

Mark those calendars for July 3rd as we celebrate our nation’s 250th Anniversary!!

🎆 Start your Independence Day weekend with a bang! 🎆

Mark your calendars for Friday, July 3rd, because we are throwing an unforgettable celebration! The fun kicks off at 4:00 PM, and we are packing the evening with non-stop excitement until our spectacular fireworks finale just after 9:00 PM (as soon as the sun goes down!).

Here is a taste of what’s waiting for you:

🏎️ Car Show: Check out some incredible classic and custom rides, presented by CARSTAR Autobody of Smithfield

🎯 Dunk Tank: Test your aim and make a splash! Located in our Fun Zone brought to you by Brightspeed

🍉 Sweet NC Watermelon: Bite into a refreshing slice of local flavor.

🎵 Live Music: Jam out and dance the night away.

⚔️ History Brought to Life: Immerse yourself in the action with live Revolutionary Reenactments.

Bring your lawn chairs, your appetite, and your favorite people. Let’s make some memories! Thank you to our presenting sponsor Leaf Hot Dogs for help this event go off with a bang!

📍Neuse River Amphitheater
📅 Friday, July 3rd | 🕒 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

06/04/2026

Art. Wine. Music. Downtown Smithfield.

On Friday, June 12, enjoy an evening filled with local art, wine tastings, live music, shopping, and community fun.

The Spring Art & Wine Walk begins at 5:00 p.m. and features wine tastings at participating downtown businesses, pop-up art galleries, a makers market with handcrafted goods, and a Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest where artists will compete for a $500 grand prize.

Then head to the Neuse River Amphitheater at 7:00 p.m. for the final, FREE River Jam concert of the season featuring Liquid Pleasure.

Wine Walk tickets are just $25 and are limited. Purchase yours today at downtownsmithfield.com.

One night. Two great events. Countless reasons to spend your Friday in Downtown Smithfield.

06/04/2026

🚨🚨DOWNTOWN TRAFFIC ALERT

UPDATE (2:05pm) - Piedmont Natural Gas has stopped the leaked and will be making repairs for a little while longer. However, we will be clearing the scene shortly and reopening the road. Thank you for your patience.

The Smithfield, NC Police Department and Smithfield Fire Department are assisting with a natural gas leak on the 400 block of Second Street between Riverside and Davis. Please avoid Second Street and this area if at all possible. Crews are on site and we expect the closure to last a couple of hours.