
The Smithfield Ham & Yam Festival takes place Saturday, May 6th, 2023, from 9 am. to 6 p.m., in Historic Downtown Smithfield. Smithfield is in Johnston County, about a 34 minute drive southeast of Raleigh.
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The festival features a full day of art, music, kids’ activities, food and more.
A popular feature of the festival is the “What’s That Yam Thing?” in which children turn sweet potatoes into works of art.

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