Smithfield’s signature spring event is set to return as the Ham & Yam Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary on Saturday, ...

May is a busy month for festivals and fun. This weekend there are festivals, events celebrating mothers and more!

TABOR CITY, NC (WWAY) — The North Carolina Yam Festival is underway in Tabor City, paying tribute to a crop that is big business in the Cape Fear. The Yam Festival began in 1946 as a way to celebrate ...

The 39th annual Ham and Yam Festival is happening in Smithfield on May 3, 2025. WRAL is a proud community partner for this event. This annual festival is known for its live music, country ham biscuits ...

TABOR CITY, N.C. (WECT) - Joe Small grew up in Tabor City. And as the North Carolina Yam Festival’s president, his goal is to help his community and watch it grow. “It’s like a family reunion,” Small ...

TABOR CITY, N.C. (WECT) - WECT is in Tabor City ahead of the North Carolina Yam Festival! From art displays, parades, a cooking contest and more, we’re celebrating all things yam! Tune in to WECT News ...

Get ready for the return of the 38th annual Ham and Yam Festival in Smithfield! Three key players representing the festival's organizers and sponsors joined WRAL on Thursday morning to discuss the ...