# Festivals in Hayesville, NC 2026 | Culture & Street Fairs

- **Subtitle**: Your guide to festivals in Hayesville, North Carolina 2026 — cultural celebrations, street fairs and food festivals. Find dates, locations and what to expect.
- **Category**: Festivals
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The best things to do in the world include attending top-notch festivals in Hayesville. Be it a rocking music festival or scrumptious food festival in Hayesville, you will have a gala time of your life with a few of your close friends or your family. With the best of fun, entertainment, and food, the experience in festivals lets the enthusiasts immerse in the local culture and vibe. Ranging from the biggest outdoor beach parties to crazy music festivals, the festivals fall under various categories to suit everybody’s tastes. If you are looking for the best events and festivals in Hayesville listed on one platform - we have you covered.

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## Festivals Events in Hayesville

- **Event Name**: 2026 Punkin Chunkin
  - **Description**: 2-Day Punkin Chunkin Festival
Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2026

The main festival is held at 811 Settawig Road in Brasstown. No pets or firearms allowed. Bring your lawn chair. The festival runs from 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. Parki
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hayesville/2026-punkin-chunkin/200029949386133
  - **Venue**: 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Anything Pumpkin & Chili Cook-off
  - **Description**: Judged competition &
 people's choice award, Cash prizes, $6 admission, only 250 tickets sold at the gate, to enter: download the form at https://www.claychambernc.com/punkin-chunkin-festival/ (scroll down for forms)
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hayesville/2026-anything-pumpkin-and-chili-cook-off/200029936145207
  - **Venue**: 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904
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- **Event Name**: TRICK OR TREAT ON THE SQUARE
  - **Description**: Annual Trick or Treat on the Square brought to you by Sonja Silvers Realty Group  in memory of Sonja Silvers.
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hayesville/trick-or-treat-on-the-square/200030603662628
  - **Venue**: Town of Hayesville
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  - **Categories**: halloween, trick-or-treat

## Trending Events in Hayesville

- **Event Name**: 2026 Punkin Chunkin
  - **Description**: 2-Day Punkin Chunkin Festival
Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2026

The main festival is held at 811 Settawig Road in Brasstown. No pets or firearms allowed. Bring your lawn chair. The festival runs from 9am – 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. Parki
  - **Venue**: 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904
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- **Event Name**: The Dave Matthews Tribute Band - Burnin’ One Tour
  - **Description**: DMTB is a celebration of the music of the Dave Matthews Band - a time machine to a funky tea party in the 90’s, a boisterous era of tape trading, sing-alongs, and exploration into a new sonic landscape spearheaded by complex guitar riffs, soaring violin m
  - **Venue**: 301 Church St, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904
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- **Event Name**: Women's Welcome Weekend at Big Ring Challenge
  - **Description**: Women’s Welcome Weekend is coming to the Big Ring Challenge!

Saturday, October 31 | Jackrabbit Trails | Hayesville, NC

If you’ve been thinking about trying mountain bike racing, this is your invitation.

NEW female racers race FREE. If you’ve never race
  - **Venue**: Jackrabbit Mountain Bike & Hiking Trail on Lake Chatuge
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Anything Pumpkin & Chili Cook-off
  - **Description**: Judged competition &
 people's choice award, Cash prizes, $6 admission, only 250 tickets sold at the gate, to enter: download the form at https://www.claychambernc.com/punkin-chunkin-festival/ (scroll down for forms)
  - **Venue**: 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904
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- **Event Name**: Dave Matthews Band Tribute
  - **Venue**: Peacock Performing Arts Center
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- **Event Name**: Big Ring Challenge 6/3 Hour MTB Race
  - **Description**: RACE DETAILS: https://www.chainbusterracing.com/big-ring-challenge

Women's Welcome Weekend!! 
First Time Female Racers are FREE!! 
Returning female racers are 50% off!
https://www.chainbusterracing.com/womens-welcome-weekend


REGISTER: https://www.biker
  - **Venue**: Jackrabbit Mountain Bike & Hiking Trail on Lake Chatuge
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- **Event Name**: Breakfast Benefit for Tara
  - **Description**: One of our congregation, Tara Robinson, will be undergoing treatment for lymphoma. She is a dearly appreciated member; this benefit is being put together to help her family successfully navigate the financial difficulties that cancer treatment creates, bo
  - **Venue**: 366 Carter Cove Road, Hayesville, NC
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- **Event Name**: Hayesville Contra Dance at the Elf School
  - **Description**: All dances held at Elf School of the Arts at 982 Elf School Rd, Hayesville, NC 28904.

Suggested donation: $5-15
All ages welcome. No experience needed. No partner needed.
Live music by The Wildflower Pickers and Paddy's Return.
  - **Venue**: 982 Elf School Rd, Hayesville, NC 28904
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- **Event Name**: MONTHLY POST MEETING - VFW POST 6812
  - **Description**: Please join us for our monthly meeting. Members and non-members are always welcome.
  - **Venue**: 357 Anderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Hayesville?
  - **A:** 2026 Punkin Chunkin (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 am at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904), 2026 Anything Pumpkin & Chili Cook-off (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 06:00 pm at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904), TRICK OR TREAT ON THE SQUARE (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 05:00 pm at Town of Hayesville).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Hayesville today October 16, 2026?
  - **A:** 2026 Anything Pumpkin & Chili Cook-off (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 06:00 pm at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Hayesville this weekend October 16–18, 2026?
  - **A:** 2026 Punkin Chunkin (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 am at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904), 2026 Anything Pumpkin & Chili Cook-off (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 06:00 pm at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904).
- **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Hayesville in October 2026?
  - **A:** 2026 Punkin Chunkin (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 09:00 am at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904), 2026 Anything Pumpkin & Chili Cook-off (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 06:00 pm at 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904), TRICK OR TREAT ON THE SQUARE (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 05:00 pm at Town of Hayesville).
- **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Hayesville?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Hayesville on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Hayesville?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Hayesville?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Hayesville include 96 Sanderson Street, Hayesville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28904, Town of Hayesville.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Hayesville?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Hayesville include Clay County NC Chamber of Commerce.
- **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Hayesville?
  - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Hayesville.

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