
Wilson’s Mills Community Day
Saturday, August 23, 2025
10:00am-3:00pm
Phillip R. Wright Community Park | 988 Powhatan Road
Join us for a day full of family fun, community spirit, and hometown pride at the annual Wilson’s Mills Community Day! This free, public event will feature a wide variety of activities for all ages, including:
- Inflatables and games for kids
- Live music throughout the day
- Local vendors and artisans
- Pie baking and pie eating contests
- Raffles and free balloon creations
- Delicious offerings from food trucks
- A youth rugby clinic led by the Clayton Rugby Football Club
We’re also excited to welcome:
- Live animals from Pasture Pals Equine Rescue
- Public safety demonstrations and community info from the Wilson’s Mills Police and Fire Departments
- Free popcorn for all attendees!
As part of our commitment to supporting local schools, we will be hosting a school supply drive to benefit Wilson’s Mills Elementary School. Donations are welcome and appreciated!
Want to Participate as a Vendor?
We’re currently accepting applications from arts & crafts vendors, commercial businesses, and nonprofit organizations.
👉 Visit wilsonsmillsnc.org/vendors for more information and to apply.
Come out and celebrate all that makes Wilson’s Mills a wonderful place to live, work, and play!

Community Yard Sale
Saturday, September 20, 2025
7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Phillip R. Wright Community Park | 988 Powhatan Road
Find hidden treasures or clear out your clutter at the Wilson’s Mills Community Yard Sale! Join neighbors from across town for a morning of bargain hunting, community connections, and fun in the park.
Registration will open in July 2025—check back soon for details on how to reserve your space.
This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss it!

Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, October 11, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Phillip R. Wright Community Park | 988 Powhatan Road
Bring the whole family for a day of big wheels and even bigger fun at Wilson’s Mills’ annual Touch-A-Truck event! Kids (and kids at heart) can climb inside, honk the horn, and explore a variety of vehicles up close—including fire trucks, police cars, construction equipment, and more.
Enjoy live demonstrations, local vendors, and exciting special appearances by the Duke LifeFlight Helicopter and UNC Health Bus!
Free admission – don’t miss this hands-on experience that’s perfect for all ages!