City of Bessemer City
Events
Festivals, programs, closures and public meetings, all in one place.
City Deadlines & Closures
1 eventSignature 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.