The first Saturday in October each year the Annual 'Peeled Chestnut Mountain' Pumpkin Festival kicks off at 7a.m. with a pancake breakfast at the Methodist Church. The streets are lined with all types of vendors ie: crafts, jewelry,art,food,flea market. Features Live Music all day along with a Car Show that any year,make or model can take part in. The annual Pocahontas Indian Run, a five-mile run through the historic town and scenic community that attracts runners young and old. The event also features a three-mile Indian Walk and a Papoose Run for children aged 6–12.