Events in the Kerr-Tar Region
Festivals, community gatherings, markets, and more across Henderson, Oxford, Warrenton, Franklinton, and Roxboro.
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5th Annual Henderson Juneteenth Festival
5th Annual Henderson Juneteenth Festival featuring music, food trucks & vendors, bingo, games for kids, raffle, and live performances. Firework show at dusk at Fox Pond Park with shuttle service starting at 7:00 PM. Sponsors: Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks, Vance County Arts Council, Perry Memorial Library, America 250 NC, City of Henderson, County of Vance. Contact: Shantel Hargrove (252) 438-3948, shantelhargrove@henderson.nc.gov
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Vance County Courthouse Square, Henderson, NC
Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks
Henderson Music & Arts Festival
Free outdoor music and arts festival featuring live performances by Stewardson and Friends, The Westbrooks, Noah Gibney Trio, Soul Livin' Jazz Quartet, and The Sound Barriers. Local art vendors and food trucks. Free to the public!
Sunday, June 14, 2026
200 Breckenridge Street, Henderson, NC
City of Henderson
2026 Independence Day Celebration
Independence Day Celebration at Satterwhite Point Park on Kerr Lake. DJ, food, vendors, and fun! Firework display at dark (approximately 9:15 PM). State park fee: $10. Alcohol not permitted in state parks. Contact: (252) 438-2222, vctourism@vancecounty.org. Presented by Vance County Tourism and America 250 NC.
Friday, July 3, 2026
Satterwhite Point Park
Vance County Tourism
Fourth of July Fireworks at Lake Holt
Annual Independence Day fireworks display over Lake Holt in Butner. A beloved Granville County tradition with family-friendly festivities.
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Lake Holt, Butner
Town of Butner
Food Truck Rodeo
Food Truck Rodeo presented by Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department. Pizza, burgers, desserts, tacos, fried chicken and more! Food trucks, music and more. Contact: Shantel Hargrove, shantelhargrove@henderson.nc.gov, (252) 438-3948
Saturday, July 11, 2026
201 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC
Henderson-Vance Recreation & Parks Department
3rd Annual Friday Night Live - Jim Quick & Coastline
3rd Annual Friday Night Live concert featuring Jim Quick & Coastline. Bring your lawn chairs and shagging shoes! Cash for beverages. Live beach music and shag dancing in Downtown Henderson.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Downtown Henderson, NC
City of Henderson
Granville Haunt Farm
Seasonal haunted attraction featuring haunted trails, corn mazes, and scare zones.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Granville County
Granville Haunt Farm
Cedar Creek Fall Pottery & Glass Festival
Annual fall festival at Cedar Creek Gallery featuring pottery and glass artists, demonstrations, live music, and local food.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Cedar Creek Gallery
Cedar Creek Gallery
Masonic Homecoming Festival
Annual homecoming festival hosted by the Masonic community in Oxford, featuring food, vendors, entertainment, and community gatherings.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Downtown Oxford
Oxford Masonic Lodge
Hub's Craft & Brew Festival
Craft beer and artisan festival hosted at The Hub on Main in downtown Oxford.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
The Hub on Main
The Hub on Main
Granville Christmas Farm
Festive holiday farm experience with Christmas trees, holiday decorations, seasonal treats, and family-friendly activities.
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Granville County
Granville Christmas Farm
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