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1949 when Nowell Smith, Jr. and the McLamb Brothers and laughter.
had the idea for a festival that would both celebrate the
farmer and foster community spirit by incorporating the From the first camper that arrives to Chamber Park on
town’s main draft animal – the mule. Wednesday afternoon to the last one who pulls up stakes on
Sunday afternoon, a good time is had by all, perhaps none
For over seventy years, crowds have flocked to the quaint more so than the mules. And while they may never trot to
town of Benson on the last weekend of September to en- the winner’s circle in Kentucky or parade down the red car-
joy the festivities. Rodeos, mule competitions, arts and pet in Hollywood, they will walk through the streets of Ben-
crafts, food vendors, dances, carnival rides, camping, pa- son, NC, with their heads held high. This is their moment
rades, Bluegrass shows, and musical concerts draw nearly to shine. Consider this your invitation to be part of the fes-
30,000 fans over the course of four days, making Benson tivities. Visit www.BensonMuleDays.com for event details.
Mule Days one of the largest annual festivals in North
Carolina. Saturday’s parade is a highlight of the Mule SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 - CAPE FEAR FEST
Days’ festivities. Local bands, floats, classic cars, antique This street festival is hosted by Lillington Area Chamber
tractors, beauty queens, and hundreds of horses, mules, of Commerce and will be held from 10 am until 3pm. The
buggies, and wagons fill the streets of Benson with joy event features food vendors, arts, crafts, jewelry and more,

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