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The Mesmerizing Magic of Jason Hudy

Mystery. Intrigue. Comedy. Bewilderment. Jason Hudy's ‘one-of-a-kind’ show will draw you into the intricate world of illusion. Jason will leave you baffled with his mesmerizing magic and laughing along with his comedic audienc...

The Joshua Show Entertains Children and Adults Alike

Described as a modern day Mr. Rogers with hipster appeal, The Joshua Show inspires us to spread kindness, joy and love to make the world a happier place to live. Joshua Holden creates entertainment that evokes the feeling of joy in audiences of children a...

See It Live! at The Clayton Center

The Clayton Center announces its 2022-23 series of concert and comedy shows featuring some of the finest musicians, singer-songwriters and comedians on tour today. Flex priced tickets for these events are on sale now. Individual tickets to these ...

Clayton SRO Program expands to serve seven area schools

The Clayton Police Department has expanded its School Resource Officer (SRO) Program, and for the first time in the Town’s history, a Clayton Police Officer will serve as the SRO for Clayton High School.  

The Clayton Town Council has ap...

Clayton, North Carolina has upgraded retail recruitment with Retail Strategies

Clayton, North Carolina has upgraded its retail recruitment service to include Downtown Strategies.

Clayton’s Sculpture Trail Decorates Downtown with Stories from Across America

One of the most visible and celebrated public art initiatives in Clayton is the Annual Downtown Sculpture Trail. 

The Clayton Public Art Advisory Board received more than 80 applications from across the country for this year’s trail. The...

New youth theatrical group to debut in Clayton

The Clayton Center is now the home of a new, community-focused theatre company thanks to the efforts of two Clayton High School (CHS) educators, Andrew Wade and Ann Meigs. 

Wade, the artistic director, has been a performer professionally for the p...

Heather Land Live! Dec. 9

Comedienne, author, and singer Heather Land tells it like it is with sarcasm and Southern charm. Practically overnight, Heather burst through the clutter of the online world with her hilarious and witty videos, which have garnered more than 300 million vi...

A Deep Dive into the Municipal Park Splash Pad

Municipal Park re-opened in early July 2022 and unveiled the Town of Clayton’s first splash pad. This highly anticipated feature provides the community with a unique play experience that is inclusive, thoughtfully designed, and refreshingly fun....

Park renamed in honor of former Globetrotter

The Town of Clayton has officially unveiled Donald “Clyde” Sinclair Park in honor of the former Harlem Globetrotter. 

The Town held a special ceremony on July 23, to rename All-Star Park, located at 400 E. Front Street, to Dona...

Historic Clayton Center Heading In New Direction

The historic Clayton Center, located in downtown Clayton, is under new leadership and is looking to head in new and exciting directions.

Steven Langston, a 19-year staff member, has been named the Interim Director of The Clayton Center by the Town of Clayt...

Take Me Out to The Clayton Clovers Ballgame

Clayton has officially welcomed The Clayton Clovers Baseball Club to the Town. 

The Clayton Clovers’ inaugural season will begin with their first home game on Monday, May 30. The team will play against the Fuquay-Varina Twins at 6:30 p.m...

Hiking for Habitat: Luke Bennet Hikes Through Clayton to Raise Awareness for Wildlife Conservation

Clayton's greenways connect us to destinations, nature, and each other. Many locals and visitors enjoy these trails while running, biking, or leisurely strolling. For those who desire fresh air and green scenery, Clayton's greenways are the place to be. H...

Last Friday in Clayton Returns to Downtown

Tonight, Last Friday in Clayton returns to downtown. Expect more treats, surprises, and fun than ever before. 

In an interview with the Town of Clayton, Dan Barbour Owner of Barbour Shop Creative Services and a driving force behind one of the most...

The Secret to Great Hot Dogs and Perfect Inspection Scores: Jones Cafe

For many Clayton residents, Jones Cafe is an iconic component of this town’s downtown landscape, hometown traditions, and history. In a town that has experienced an abundance of opportunity, change, and growth, Jones Cafe is one place that has r...

Greenways Expand into Downtown Clayton

Clayton is home to miles of greenway, which make up portions of much larger trail systems. These trails connect us to the outdoors, from east to west, north to south, and with each other.

Sam’s Branch Greenway in Clayton has been extended and now provides ...