Knights Family Weekend
October 2-3, 2026
We Are #uKnighted!
The annual Knights Family Weekend is set for October 2 & 3, 2026. Join us for a weekend of Knights family fun for all ages, including alumni!
This weekend is being planned by the students, staff, and families, for the students, families, staff, and alumni, so come out and support DECA, the Athletic Boosters, Senior Beta Club, PTSA, the Chatham Charter Knights Band, and other groups. The annual event is a major fundraising opportunity for school organizations.
Friday, October 2
Field Activities for Grades K-2
The Senior Beta Club is hosting field activities in the baseball outfield for students in grades K-2 from 2:45-4:00 p.m. Purchase tickets costing $3 per student online. Pick-up for K-2 students will be in the car rider line at 4:00 p.m.
Dance Parties for Grades 3-5 & 6-8
The Senior Beta Club is hosting dance parties for K-8 students after school. Grades 3-5 will be in the multipurpose room from 3:00-4:30 p.m. The grades 6-8 dance party will in the gym from 3:30-5:00 p.m. Middle schoolers will be able to purchase treats from the Castle Café pop-up store, while 3rd-5th grade students will have light snacks provided. Admission is $5.50 per student for each dance. Purchase in advance: grades 3-5 tickets and grades 6-8 tickets. Pick-up for students in grades 3-5 will be in the car rider line at 4:30 p.m. Pick-up for grades 6-8 will be in the car rider line at 5:00 p.m.
Knights Athletic Boosters Cookout
Bring your appetite because the Athletic Boosters are selling chicken sandwiches and hot dog dinners from 4:00-7:30 p.m. outside the gym. A meal includes a choice of meat, chips, dessert, and a drink. Another new food option this year is ribbon potatoes. Cash and Square payment will be accepted.
PTSA
Get your chance to dunk a Chatham Charter staff member, change your hair color, or win a cake with the PTSA! They will also have cotton candy, popcorn, drinks and carnival style games available. Tickets will be on sale at the event for $1 each, and tickets will be collected at each PTSA station. Check out the PTSA event flyer. Cash, card or check accepted at the event. Additional items for purchase can be found here.
DECA's Knights of Terror Haunted (& Not-So-Haunted) Trail
The 5th annual Knights of Terror Trails are back with a twist. The Not-So-Haunted Trail from 6:00-6:45 p.m. will delight elementary-aged kids who want to wear Halloween costumes and go trick-or-treating. At 7:00 p.m. the trail becomes much darker for our middle and high school students and adults. Tickets for the Not-So-Haunted Trail cost $5, while timed entry tickets for Knights of Terror cost $12. Reserve your tickets online now as they usually sell out by the day of the event.
Castle Café
DECA's Castle Café will be open in the gym concession stand from 3:30-5:00 p.m. on Friday to serve smoothies, frappes, iced coffee drinks and hot chocolate.
Chatham Charter Band Performance
Hear the sounds of the Chatham Charter Band as they hold a free performance at 5:15 p.m. on the baseball field. The music will feature middle and high school students playing new selections.
Fireworks
At 7:45 p.m. take a walk to Chatham Charter's soccer and softball complex to watch the annual signature fireworks show.
Other Opportunities
• Student-Athlete Advisory Council silent auction of themed baskets compiled by grade levels
• Beta gift basket raffle: The Senior Beta Club is hosting a raffle on Friday and Saturday nights. There will be two baskets available to win, and raffle tickets cost $5.00 each. The drawing will be held Saturday night, but you do not need to be present to win. Good luck!
• Sun safety booth with info and freebies
Saturday, October 3
Band Pancake Breakfast
The Band Boosters will host a fall pancake breakfast in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church of Siler City (314 N. 2nd Ave., Siler City) from 7:00-10:00 a.m. Plates will cost $10 each and include pancakes and sausage as well as coffee, juice, or milk. Dine-in and takeout will be available. All purchases can be made onsite. Cash and Square payment will be accepted. Band students will perform at approximately 9:00 a.m.
Middle School Volleyball Yard/Craft Sale
In a new addition to Knights Family Weekend, the middle school volleyball team will host a yard/craft sale as a team fundraiser. From 7:00 a.m. until noon, vendors will be on campus (primarily in the elementary parking lot) selling a variety of items.
Tennis Clinic
Varsity tennis will sponsor a clinic Saturday from 9:45 a.m. until noon on the campus tennis courts. The clinic is open to any children/young people ages 7-14 (not just Chatham Charter students). The registration fee of $30 includes clinic fee, light snacks, and a medal. The deadline to register is October 2nd.
Knights of Terror Haunted Trail, Fun Zone & Food Trucks Sponsored by DECA and Senior Beta
Can't get enough of the scares? Come back Saturday from 6:00-10:00 p.m. for an encore performance of The Knights of Terror! This night is especially for those who love the thrill with a smaller crowd. DECA's Not So Haunted Trail (6:00-6:45 p.m.) and Knights of Terror Trail (7:00-10:00 p.m.) will be back in full swing following the same schedule and ticketing process as Friday night. All are welcome with a special discount for Chatham Charter alumni and local organizations, teams and clubs. (Follow Chatham Charter and DECA's social media to find out how!)
The Senior Beta Club will have a Fun Zone with games in the gym from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Enjoy a variety of games, including ring toss, Velcro darts, mini bowling, and so much more! As you play, you’ll earn tickets you can trade for prizes at the prize booth. For $10.00, you can purchase a punch card that gives you a limited number of chances to play each game. Another option is to purchase an unlimited game wristband for $20.00, and play as many times as you’d like.
The Senior Beta Club will continue hosting its raffle on Saturday night. Tickets cost $5.00 each for the chance to win one of two baskets. Saturday night is the drawing, but you do not need to be present to win.
Food trucks including Tia Clau, Tha Birdman 919, and Jeremiah's Italian Ice will be ready to serve you while also donating a portion of their proceeds to our school organizations.
