Events
11JUN26 - NC GOP State Convention
The 2026 NC GOP State Convention will be held June 11–14, 2026 at the Koury Convention Center in Greensboro.
Venue:
Koury Convention Center
3121 W Gate City Blvd
Greensboro, NC 27407
For full schedule, registration, lodging, and delegate information, visit ncgopconvention.org.
If you're interested in serving as a Johnston County delegate or alternate, please contact the JOCO GOP.
06AUG26 - Monthly Meeting
Johnston County Republican Monthly Meeting
Join us for our monthly meeting at the Archer Lodge Community Building!
Date: August 6, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Archer Lodge Community Building, 14009 Buffalo Rd, Clayton, NC 27527
All registered Republicans are welcome. Come connect with fellow conservatives, hear updates, and stay involved in our local party!
29AUG26 - Southern Outdoor Classic
The Johnston County GOP will have a booth at the Southern Outdoor Classic at the Farm @ 95 on Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30, 2026.
Location:
the Farm @ 95
215 Batten Rd., Selma, NC
Show hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM both days
Volunteers Needed — 3 per shift, both days:
- Shift 1: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (includes help with setup)
- Shift 2: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
- Shift 3: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM (includes help with pack-up)
This is a fantastic opportunity to meet voters, share our message, and represent the JoCo GOP at one of the area's biggest outdoor events.
To sign up for a shift, email Phyllis Blackmon at [email protected] with the event name and your preferred shift time.
03SEP26 - Monthly Meeting
Johnston County Republican Monthly Meeting
Join us for our monthly meeting at the Kenly American Legion!
Date: September 3, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Kenly American Legion, 404 W 2nd St, Kenly, NC 27542
All registered Republicans are welcome. Come connect with fellow conservatives, hear updates, and stay involved in our local party!
26SEP26 - Benson Mule Day
The Johnston County GOP will have a booth at Benson Mule Day on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Join us to meet voters, share our message, and represent the JoCo GOP at one of the area's most beloved annual festivals.
Location: Downtown Benson, NC
Show hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Volunteers Needed — 3+ per shift:
- Shift 1: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM (includes help with setup)
- Shift 2: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Shift 3: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Shift 4: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (includes help with pack-up)
Bring comfortable shoes, a friendly smile, and a willingness to talk with neighbors about why our values matter.
To sign up for a shift, email Phyllis Blackmon at [email protected] with the event name and your preferred shift time.
01OCT26 - County Town Hall
JoCo GOP County Town Hall — October Monthly Meeting
This month, we're doing things a little different. Join us for the JoCo GOP County Town Hall at the Farm @ 95 — an open forum where your voice is the agenda.
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Dinner: 6:00 PM (provided)
Town Hall: 7:00 PM
Location: County Hall Forum (Farm @ 95), 215 Batten Rd, Selma, NC 27576
What to Expect
This isn't your standard monthly meeting. The County Town Hall is your chance to:
- Ask questions directly of county GOP leadership and elected officials
- Hear updates on the November elections, candidates, and county priorities
- Share your ideas on how we win in 2026 and beyond
- Connect with fellow Republicans from across Johnston County
Whether you're a longtime activist or brand new to the party, this is the meeting to come to. Bring your questions, bring a friend, and bring your appetite — dinner is on us, served at 6:00 PM before the program begins.
All registered Republicans and interested citizens are welcome.
Volunteers needed: Registration Table — if you can arrive 15–20 minutes early to help check folks in, please RSVP and note "Registration Table" in your response.
11OCT26 - Princeton Fall Festival
The Johnston County GOP will have a booth at the Princeton Fall Festival on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Join us to meet voters, share our message, and represent the JoCo GOP at this beloved community event.
Location: Princeton, NC
Show hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Volunteers Needed — 3+ for the day:
- Setup: 9:30 AM
- Festival hours: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Pack-up: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
This is a great opportunity to meet neighbors right in our backyard and represent the JoCo GOP at a hometown festival.
To sign up, email Phyllis Blackmon at [email protected] with the event name and your preferred time.