Posts Tagged ‘NC Festivals’
2018 Chili Cookoff!
As the cool weather sets in here in North Carolina, it’s the perfect time to start practicing and perfecting your chili recipes for the 2018 Chili Cookoff! The Chili Cookoff is a huge hit each year and provides a little extra spice for the NC Pickle Festival. Last year’s Chili Cookoff winner, Mike Singleton from…
Read MoreOur Dill-lightful Entertainment Lineup
Don’t forget your dancing shoes as you head to downtown Mount Olive Saturday, April 29th. The Pickle Festival will have 3 different entertainment stages with lineups that will keep everyone pleased. From musical acts to dancing groups and even a praise stage, there is truly something that will pique anyone’s interests. Here’s what you can…
Read MoreNC Pickle Festival Kicks Off with Friday Night Concert and More!
The 2017 North Carolina Pickle Festival is back and it’s kicking off on Friday night with three new events you won’t want to miss. Bring the family or grab your friends and head downtown for a live concert by Dakota Blue, the Cuke Patch 5K Glow Run and Pay One Price Carnival Rides. Dakota Blue,…
Read MoreFriendly Competition at the North Carolina Pickle Festival
Among the tens of thousands of visitors to Mount Olive on Saturday, April 29th for the N.C. Pickle Festival, there is some room for friendly competition. Some talented festivalgoers might be enjoying their tasty pickles with a side of sweet victory after participating in the competitive events being offered this year at the festival. Tour…
Read MoreFirst South Bank Brings Back the Homestyle Chili Cookoff
Dust off your aprons and get your signature seasonings because the NC Pickle Festival is once again bringing back the Homestyle Chili Cookoff, presented by First South Bank and Goldsboro News-Argus. Last year, six teams competed in the inaugural Homestyle Chili Cookoff and after tasting such sweet success, we’ve decided to bring it back for…
Read MoreLocal Students Create Dill-lightful Pieces of Art
Each year at the North Carolina Pickle Festival, the Mt. Olive Pickle Company sponsors a Student Art Show. This art show encourages students from the area to submit their work and throughout its time, has resulted in some fantastic pieces that highlight the talent in our community. Mt. Olive has bought and gathered its favorite…
Read MoreFirst South Bank Sponsors Inaugural Chili Cook-Off
For the first time in its 30-year history, the North Carolina Pickle Festival hosted a Homestyle Chili Cook-Off, sponsored by First South Bank. Whether you prefer spicy or smoky, turkey or beef, this competition was open to everyone and delivered a variety of dillicious takes on chili. During our 2016 NC Pickle Festival, cash prizes…
Read MoreVisiting the Town of Mount Olive
Growing your town’s population from 4,500 to up to 40,000 in one day is no small undertaking. On Saturday, April 23rd the Town of Mount Olive, North Carolina will once again play host to the North Carolina Pickle Festival, an event that draws tens of thousands to its downtown. We are proud of all three…
Read MoreMeet Our Friends at the University of Mount Olive
The North Carolina Pickle Festival has many friends, but among the largest is the University of Mount Olive. As one of our presenting sponsors, along with Mt. Olive Pickle Company and the Town of Mount Olive, the university is an integral partner. In addition to its financial support, UMO provides its facilities and its physical…
Read MoreMeet the Mt. Olive Pickle Company
At the Corner of Cucumber & Vine in Mount Olive, North Carolina, Mt. Olive Pickle Company takes pride not only in its products, but also in its community. Founded by local businessmen in 1926, Mt. Olive is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year! The company plays an important role in the history and heritage of…
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