Welcome to the
Clayton Chamber of Commerce

The charming town of Clayton, North Carolina is surrounded by a thriving industrial base and offers diverse recreational activities, numerous educational opportunities, and a burgeoning cultural and visual arts community. Its citizens - who range from  young families to retirees - enjoy the comfort and security of living within a small community and are able to take advantage of the benefits of living close to the major metropolitan Triangle area.

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ATTENTION:

2011 CLAYTON HARVEST & MUSIC FESTIVAL
NO Premium Booths spaces available.

Do to an overwhelming response to this year's Harvest & Music Festival, we have added additional booth spaces.  If you have not yet registered there is still time. You can reserve a booth up to September 12th, or until all spaces are filled. Please contact the Chamber Office if you have any questions.

Download an applications Today:
Business Booth Registration
Church & Civic Group Registration
Arts & Crafts Registration
2011 Clayton Idol Registration


Clayton Idol Deadline for registration as been extended to Tuesday, September 6, 2011.

The Clayton Chamber of Commerce
gears up for the
2011 Clayton Harvest & Music Festival!

This year's Festival will take place from Wednesday, September 14^th - Sunday, September 18^th, with great events scheduled on each day.

This year's festival is going to be bigger and better than ever! We have added on some great new attractions so there will be something for the whole family.

A sneak peek into this year's lineup is: Lizard Lick Towing, our Classic Car Show is back with close to150 cars, Ray Price Harley Davidson will be rolling into town with their motorcycle show and some of your favorite bands are back again this year, 50/50 Band and Central Park just to name a few.

Of course as our tradition continues there will be thrilling rides, great food and a whole lot of fun for the entire family! 

The HUGE Vendor Fair will take place on Saturday, September 17^th from 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. If you have not registered for your vendor booth, there is still time to register.

The deadline for vendor registrations is August 26^st - So Don't Wait!
Download an applications Today:
Business Booth Registration
Church & Civic Group Registration
Arts & Crafts Registration

If you are interested in becoming a Sponsor of the 2011 Clayton Harvest & Music Festival, it is not too late! Please contact Mary Beth at the Chamber office at (919) 553-6352 and she will be happy to assist you. What a great way to get your business name out into the community!

As we get closer to the festival, please be sure to check back for further festival information as well as a complete line up of this year's events. 

If you are interested in being part of our Vendor Fair at this year's festival (Saturday, September 17th), please see vendor applications (top right) or call the Chamber office (919) 553-6352 for more information.

See you at the Festival!

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CLAYTON, NORTH CAROLINA IS LOOKING FOR
THE NEXT CLAYTON IDOL!!!
2011 Clayton Idol Competition

Do you have a dream to perform?  It can all begin here!  Be part of something BIG!

The Clayton Chamber is gearing up for this year's Clayton Idol as we search for talented singers to participate in the 2011 "Clayton Idol" competition.

This year's competition will consist of preliminary auditions, with the finals being held on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at The Clayton Center. This year's event will be divided into two categories: Jr. Clayton Idol ages 5-11 and Clayton Idol ages 12-18. Cash prizes will be awarded. 

Participants of the competition must be available to perform in preliminary auditions between 6:00pm and 9:00 pm on Tuesday, September 6th and/or Wednesday, September 7th, 2011.

Finalists must be available to compete in the final competition on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 between 6:00 pm and 9:00 pm at The Clayton Center.

Finalists will be chosen based on preliminary performances.  The winner of the Jr. Clayton Idol and Clayton Idol will perform at the Clayton Harvest & Music Festival, on the Main Stage (Town Square) on Saturday, September 17, 2011 (Time TBA). 

Don't Miss Out! 

Deadline for registration is Tuesday, September 6, 2011. For more information about the 2011 "Clayton Idol" contest or to obtain a registration form, contact the Chamber office at (919) 553-6352, by e-mail to marybeth@claytonchamber.com or download the application here.

Sponsors

2011 CHAMBER CHAMPIONS: 

Gold Level:
Divine Marketing Group
Four Oaks Bank &Trust
Johnston Health
KB Home North Carolina
Zaxby's

Bronze Level:
Caterpillar
Clayton Residential Rentals
First Citizens Bank
Novo Nordisk
Triangle Insurance
Turkington USA

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The Chamber would like to thank this year's 2011 Clayton Harvest & Music Festival Sponsors!

Gold Level:
Divine Marketing Group
Four Oaks Bank &Trust
Johnston Health
KB Home North Carolina
Zaxby's

Silver Level:
C3 Church
Johnston County Visitors Bureau
Oasis Eye Care
Southeast Women's Center

Bronze Level:
Caterpillar
Clayton Residential Rentals
First Citizens Bank
Novo Nordisk
Triangle Insurance
Turkington USA

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Applications!

Harvest Festival Applications:
Church/Civic Group Application
Business Application
Arts & Crafts Application

Clayton Idol Registration