Things to do in Clayton

Wed, Jul 1

Summer Reading Launch

Summer reading program launch in Clayton.

Wed, Jul 1

Fiber Arts Connection

Fiber arts and crafts workshop in Clayton.

Thu, Jul 2

2026 $2 Summer Kid Show Series at Smithfield Cinemas

$2 kids' movies + popcorn + drinks at Smithfield Cinemas, June–July.

Fri, Jul 3

Garner Independence Day Celebration

Garner Independence Day Celebration at Lake Benson Park — free food, music, and kids' activities.

Fri, Jul 3

Story time on the Farm at Smith's Nursery and Produce Farm in Benson

Outdoor storytime on the farm at Smith's Nursery — Friday mornings with books and fresh-air fun.

Fri, Jul 3

Independence Day Fireworks

Independence Day fireworks in Clayton, NC.

Sun, Jul 5

2026 Family Fun Day

Family fun day with activities for all ages in Clayton.

Mon, Jul 6

Ripe for Revival Mobile Market

Mobile farmers market in Clayton.

Mon, Jul 6

Squishy Dino DIY: K-2nd Grades

DIY dino craft for early elementary students in Clayton.

Tue, Jul 7

Sea Life Trinket Dish- 2 Day Clay Camp

Two-day clay craft camp making sea-life trinket dishes.

Tue, Jul 7

Sunshine & Shenanigans

Community festival with fun and games in Clayton.

Tue, Jul 7

Build Club

Building and construction club for kids at Clayton library.

Tue, Jul 7

Toddler Read & Play

Toddler storytime and playtime at Clayton library.

Wed, Jul 8

Kids Midweek Meet Ups at Amelia Playground in Clayton

Casual Wednesday meetups for kids at Amelia Playground—bring lunch and make friends.

Wed, Jul 8

Plus Dueling Pianos on Tour @ Elixir VI

Wed, Jul 8

Preschool Read & Play

Stories & playtime for preschoolers at Clayton's community center.

Wed, Jul 8

Paws for Reading with Johnston County Partnership for Children

Kids read aloud to therapy dogs at this special literacy event.

Thu, Jul 9

Teen Time

Teen gathering and program in Clayton.