City of Bessemer City
Events
Festivals, programs, closures and public meetings, all in one place.
Veterans Car Show
Sat, Nov 14 · West Pennsylvania Ave / South 12th St
Road closures: 100 Block of West Pennsylvania Avenue and 100 Block of South 12th Street. Closed to traffic at 8:30 AM. Parking areas cleared by 9:30…
All upcoming events
6 events
Aerobics/Silver Sneakers/Chair Yoga
Next: Tue, Nov 10 · 9 AM
Every week on Tuesdays
Kiser Senior Center
Senior Bingo
Next: Mon, Nov 16 · 6 PM
3rd Monday of each month
Allan Farris Community Center
Veteran’s Lunch
Next: Mon, Dec 7 · 11:30 AM
1st Monday of each month
Allan Farris Community Center
Signature annual events
- Christmas in the City & ParadeNext: Sunday, November 22, 2026
Downtown festival, parade and tree lighting.
- Art in the ParkDate to be announced
A free sidewalk chalk art evening at Stinger Park, open to all ages.
- Brew & Que FestivalDate to be announced
Barbecue, craft beer and live music in downtown Bessemer City.
- Down Home FestivalDate to be announced
Bessemer City’s annual downtown festival with rides, food, crafts and entertainment.
- Juneteenth FestivalDate to be announced
Bessemer City’s annual Juneteenth festival with live music and community celebration.
- Light Up Bessemer CityDate to be announced
An annual Christmas decorating contest for residents and businesses.
- Trunk or TreatDate to be announced
A community-wide, family-friendly trick-or-treat in Downtown Bessemer City.