• Entry deadline for the Poetry Contest

    Open to grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, High School Each work must be original and work may only be submitted by a teacher. All contest entrants must be a student in Columbus County. Any length of poem will be accepted. F or more information, please call Committee Chair, Kelly Jones at 910-642-5168 extension 24007.

  • Postcard Design Contest Begins

    School-aged youth are encouraged to participate by entering in one of four age divisions. A winner will be selected in each age division with each receiving a $50 cash prize. The winning designs will be printed on postcards. Winners will be announced on October 7. Please call the Yam Festival Office at 910-377-3248 for the […]

  • Sweet Potato Food Cook Off

    The Todd House Wedding & Event Center 102 Live Oak Street, Tabor City, NC, United States

    Applications available on-line at ncyamfestival.com Applications may be carried to the NC Yam Festival Office or the Greater Tabor City Chamber of Commerce Office   Vendor applications available on-line at ncyamfestival.com Applications can be carried to the NC Yam Festival Office, or the Greater Tabor City Chamber of Commerce Office Deadline to enter is from […]

  • Registration Deadline: Sweet Potato Pie Eating Contest

    To register, call the NC Yam Festival Office by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23.