Pittsboro, NC – Come experience the charm of Downtown Pittsboro’s social district (Hillsboro St. and nearby areas) during the next Pittsboro Finally Fridays Arts Walk on October 16 from 5–8 PM. This month features the second annual “Downtown Mask Parade” for you and your pets.
First: Gather in the Downtown Pop-Up Park at 50 West Salisbury Street.
Next: Join our mascot as we parade through the Social District.
Finally: Enjoy the Costume Contest and Award Ceremony on the SOCO Patio at 39 West Street across from the historic Chatham County Courthouse Traffic Circle.
- Local pet businesses and organizations will be present at the Pop-Up Park.
- Activities like face decorating and pumpkin painting are offered at Page Vernon Park
- There’s even an ice cream eating contest (rescheduled due to rain)!
Don’t miss this magical event—where pets and people become works of art in the heart of Pittsboro!
The event is free to the public and participating artist vendors.
Mask Parade and Prizes Sponsored by:
- Pittsboro Feed and Pet Supply
- Polaris Equine Mobile Veterinary Practice
- SOCO
Ice Cream Eating Contest:
Sponsored by Circle City Ice Cream, SOCO, Downtown Pittsboro, and the Pittsboro Finally Fridays Arts Walk, the contest adds a sweet twist to the evening festivities.
- For those craving even more frozen treats, additional ice cream stops in Pittsboro include Circle City Ice Cream, S&T’s Soda Shoppe, Katty Korner, Virlie’s Grill, and West End Kitchen.
Pittsboro is a place where history and progress go hand in hand:
- Pittsboro is a community rooted in history: Every street and storefront has a story to tell.
- We celebrate art in all its forms: From murals to music, creativity thrives here.
- Discover our uniqueness: Shop, dine, and explore; our local businesses make Pittsboro special.
- Downtown Pittsboro gives new meaning to “social district”: We are a welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant place where everyone belongs.
- Explore Local Businesses: Visit boutiques, galleries, and shops showcasing local craftsmanship and creativity.
- Dine and Unwind: Sample Pittsboro’s culinary delights at the town’s array of pubs and eateries, each offering a unique flavor of the community.
- Engage with Local Artists: Meet artists and makers displaying their work and enjoy live demonstrations and performances throughout the evening.
Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, join us for an evening of discovery, connection, and celebration. Experience what makes Pittsboro truly unique—more than a social district, it’s a community with a heart, history and a story worth sharing.
Pittsboro (PBO) Finally Fridays Arts Walk occurs the third Friday evening of each month, transforming downtown Pittsboro into an interactive vibrant arts destination. The event is free to the public and participating artists.
Experience Pittsboro Finally Fridays Arts Walk through the eyes of its beloved sheep mascot who is small in stature, but full of personality. His favorite pastime is hanging out with people during this monthly 3rd Friday Arts Walk event.