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Native America: In Translation
The Asheville Art Museum presents Native America: In Translation, an exhibition curated by Apsáalooke artist Wendy Red Star, on view from May 22 through November 3, 2025. Featuring work by seven Indigenous photographers and lens-based artists from across North America, the exhibition explores urgent questions of identity, heritage, land rights, and the ongoing impact of […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
2 events,
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
2 events,
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
3 events,
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
8 events,
Shindig on Main July 4th Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day in downtown Brevard with Shindig on Main, a vibrant, family-friendly event on July 4, 2025 beginning at noon. This year’s festivities will feature the Transylvania Cruisers Classic Auto Show and plenty of family fun. Enjoy a patriotic flag-raising ceremony, a reading of the Declaration of Independence by local elected officials, food trucks, live music, and entertainment throughout the day. As night falls, […]
4th of July Powwow
Experience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Highlands’ Friday Night Live
Highlands’ Friday Night Live
From now until September, the vibrant tunes of live music fill the air in downtown Highlands every Friday and Saturday night. Shows on both nights are free and take place from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday Night Live showcases traditional mountain music and exceptional local talent on Main Street’s Town Square. The Friday night concerts […]
9 events,
July 4th Weekend Continental Encampment & Festival
Step into the past this Independence Day weekend at Hickory Ridge History Museum, where history comes to life with a Continental Encampment, living history demonstrations, and patriotic traditions honoring America’s founding. Featured Events: 🔹 Continental Encampment – Meet colonial militia reenactors, explore their camp, and learn about life as a patriot soldier 🔹 Reading of […]
4th of July Powwow
Experience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]
Hot Springs Banding Station Community Days
Hot Springs Banding Station Community Days
If you've ever floated down Section 10 of the French Broad or taken a drive down the scenic River Road, you have been to Murray Branch Picnic Area. This special secret spot is now beautifully restored for recreation, and has a new addition nearby- the Blue Ridge Bird Observatory’s new Hot Springs Banding Station! What […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
4 events,
4th of July Powwow
Experience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
3 events,
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
4 events,
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 1: Appalachian Quilting
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 1: Appalachian Quilting
Join us for hands-on summer fun at the Center for Pioneer Life! Each week explores a different piece of Appalachian heritage—from quilting and farm life to storytelling traditions. Come for one session or two—every day is different! Summer camp is for rising 3rd to 7th-graders. 3 Weeks of Fun! Join us this July for six […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
4 events,
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Storytelling with Elizabeth Ellis
Storytelling with Elizabeth Ellis
We are is excited to welcome Elizabeth Ellis for an evening of unforgettable storytelling. Known as the “Divine Miss E,” Elizabeth brings warmth, wit, and a deep well of experience to every tale she tells. Raised in the Appalachian Mountains and now based in Dallas, Texas, she’s a master of both regional folklore and personal […]
8 events,
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games & Gathering of Scottish Clans
The Grandfather Mountain Highland Games & Gathering of Scottish Clans are entering their 69th year. This annual event celebrates the Scottish Clans' heritage in the region. Come out for traditional music, dancing, piping, and drumming. Competitions are held for highland athletics, including the hammer throw, caber toss, track and field, and more. Attend other ceremonies […]
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 1: Appalachian Quilting
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 1: Appalachian Quilting
Join us for hands-on summer fun at the Center for Pioneer Life! Each week explores a different piece of Appalachian heritage—from quilting and farm life to storytelling traditions. Come for one session or two—every day is different! Summer camp is for rising 3rd to 7th-graders. 3 Weeks of Fun! Join us this July for six […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
9 events,
Clay County Historical & Arts Council’s Festival on the Square
Each Summer, the 2nd weekend of July, CCHAC hosts The Festival On The Square ~ beginning with a Friday night street dance, and continuing Saturday and Sunday with artist displays, music, and food. The Festival has become a town tradition that brings free entertainment and arts to the lawns of the Courthouse, which is listed […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
13 events,
Into the Wild: Tina Curry Solo Exhibition
Grovewood Gallery welcomes you to embark on a captivating journey “Into the Wild.” You’ll get to experience a spectacular showcase of animal sculptures by Tina Curry, an accomplished ceramic and bronze sculptor based in Knoxville, Tennessee. This solo exhibition kicks off with an opening reception on Saturday, July 12, from 2-5 p.m., where guests will have the […]
Coon Dog Day Festival
Coon Dog Day Festival
Mark your calendar for the third Saturday of May and the 20th Annual Saluda Arts Festival. One of the great spring traditions in Saluda, this year's one-day event will feature 100 artists across a range of media as well as live music and entertainment and the return of the popular Children's Tent. The festival runs […]
North Carolina Blackberry Festival
North Carolina Blackberry Festival
The North Carolina Blackberry Festival is a celebration of blackberries, cobbler, and fun! Held in Lenoir, North Carolina, the festival offers tons of family-friendly events. This is a FREE two day event. There’s music, vendors, food, kid’s activities, and a blackberry-eating contest. We have delicious blackberries for sale as well as some scrumptious blackberry cobbler […]
30th Annual John C Campbell Folk School SingingÂ
30th Annual John C Campbell Folk School SingingÂ
Beginning at 9:00 AM, there will be an introduction to singing Sacred Harp and Christian Harmony music for beginners. Some loaner books are available. Singing: 10:00 AM. - 3:00 PM, July 12th, 2025 Dinner on the grounds at Noon After party dance at 7pm and camping options by inquiry to music@folkschool.org Come sing, learn the shapes, contemplate the poetry, and relish the […]
5 events,
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
5 events,
An Appalachian Summer Festival: Annual Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Walk
An Appalachian Summer Festival: Annual Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Walk
The nationally recognized Rosen Sculpture Competition and Exhibition has showcased contemporary American sculpture in outdoor settings across the university campus for decades. Join juror Joseph Bigley as he leads the outdoor tour of the 10 sculptures he selected as finalists for this year’s competition. Bigley is the Executive Director of the Western North Carolina Sculpture […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
6 events,
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 2: Appalachian Storytelling
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 2: Appalachian Storytelling
Join us for hands-on summer fun at the Center for Pioneer Life! Each week explores a different piece of Appalachian heritage—from quilting and farm life to storytelling traditions. Come for one session or two—every day is different! Summer camp is for rising 3rd to 7th-graders. 3 Weeks of Fun! Join us this July for six […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
6 events,
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
11 events,
Annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Hosted in downtown Asheville at Harrah’s Cherokee Center, artisans will fill both the concourse and arena levels of the venue, exhibiting a variety of craft ranging from contemporary to traditional in works of clay, wood, metal, glass, fiber, natural materials, paper, leather, mixed media, and jewelry. Join us for this unique shopping experience and enjoy […]
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 2: Appalachian Storytelling
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 2: Appalachian Storytelling
Join us for hands-on summer fun at the Center for Pioneer Life! Each week explores a different piece of Appalachian heritage—from quilting and farm life to storytelling traditions. Come for one session or two—every day is different! Summer camp is for rising 3rd to 7th-graders. 3 Weeks of Fun! Join us this July for six […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
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Artist Morning Meetup – Haywood County Arts Council
Artist Morning Meetup – Haywood County Arts Council
Artist Morning Meetup is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together! We meet every third Friday in the Board Room at Folkmoot USA from 9 – 10:30 am. Open to ALL ARTISTS, Haywood County Arts Council members, and non-members! Bring your artist friends!
Annual Summer Pottery Show
Annual Summer Pottery Show
The summer installment of our 14th annual pottery show will be held on Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th from 10 am - 4pm. Enjoy beautiful handmade pottery while supporting local artists in our community! This event is held in the Dave Drake Studio Barn at The Bascom.
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
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Canyoneering and Waterfall Rappelling Festival Weekend
Canyoneering and Waterfall Rappelling trips all weekend long. Perfect weekend adventure for a family or individual wanting to learn more about the sport of waterfall rappelling and canyoneering. Includes learning how to rappel, rappelling waterfalls, rock climbing, hiking and scrambling.
MountainTrue Hemlock Hike
MountainTrue Hemlock Hike
Join MountainTrue and Hemlock Restoration Initiative (HRI) on a guided hike at John Rock to see hemlock trees! Learn from Josh Kelly and HRI’s Olivia Hall about hemlock conservation and the importance of these ecosystems. John Rock Trail Loop is a moderately difficult 5-mile hike with 1,000 feet of elevation gain. We’ll be back to […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Front Street Arts and Crafts Festival
Front Street Arts and Crafts Festival
The Front Street Arts & Crafts Show features some of the best regional artisans. There are over 40 booths to display the hand-made craftsmanship of artists from around the region, along with family entertainment and festival food. This festival is the 3rd Saturday in July! (July 19), and there will also be a Dillsboro Maker's […]
5 events,
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
4 events,
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
5 events,
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 3: Farm Life
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 3: Farm Life
Join us for hands-on summer fun at the Center for Pioneer Life! Each week explores a different piece of Appalachian heritage—from quilting and farm life to storytelling traditions. Come for one session or two—every day is different! Summer camp is for rising 3rd to 7th-graders. 3 Weeks of Fun! Join us this July for six […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
5 events,
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
9 events,
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 3: Farm Life
Summer Camps at the Center for Pioneer Life: Week 3: Farm Life
Join us for hands-on summer fun at the Center for Pioneer Life! Each week explores a different piece of Appalachian heritage—from quilting and farm life to storytelling traditions. Come for one session or two—every day is different! Summer camp is for rising 3rd to 7th-graders. 3 Weeks of Fun! Join us this July for six […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
9 events,
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
This year marks the 19th Annual Art in Bloom, our most anticipated event of the year. This multifaceted event, celebrating nature and art, combines two gallery exhibits, live floral arrangements, and a local garden tour featuring working artists. Whether you join us for one event or all of them, you are playing an important role […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
12 events,
Hot Springs Banding Station Community Days
Hot Springs Banding Station Community Days
If you've ever floated down Section 10 of the French Broad or taken a drive down the scenic River Road, you have been to Murray Branch Picnic Area. This special secret spot is now beautifully restored for recreation, and has a new addition nearby- the Blue Ridge Bird Observatory’s new Hot Springs Banding Station! What […]
Brushy Mountain Peach & Heritage Festival
Brushy Mountain Peach & Heritage Festival
On July 27, 2019, the Brushy Mountain Community Center held its first annual Peach & Heritage Festival. It showcased local artisans, home-grown peaches, and Brushy Mountain's rich heritage. We invite you to join us on the last Saturday in July each year, in beautiful downtown Wilkesboro, to experience everything that Brushy Mountain has to offer. […]
Anything Fiber Sale
Anything Fiber Sale
Local Cloth's Anything Fiber Sale (AFS) is a fiber yard sale for fiber people. The AFS takes place from 9am to 2pm at the AB Tech Conference Center, located at 16 Fernihurst Drive in Asheville. More than 40 vendors pack the space with a range of wares to sell, including hanks and cones of unused […]
3 events,
Fall Forest: Needle Felting Workshop with Jaana Mattson
Fall Forest: Needle Felting Workshop with Jaana Mattson
In this single session we will work on a needle-felted forest, building the rich greens of deep woods to offset bright autumn color and distinctive birch trees in the foreground. With all the right colors in your roving kit we will build the scene one step at a time, working through the layers from dense […]
3 events,
Luthier Exhibit
Luthier Exhibit
This exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars, banjos, and dulcimers, which are deeply […]
3 events,
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
7 events,
Mountain Dance and Folk Festival
Are you ready to be part of the 98th Mountain Dance and Folk Festival®? On July 31, August 1, and 2, 2025, a different show will be presented live on stage each evening allowing you to appreciate the talent and dedication of the hundreds of musicians, dancers, and storytellers who are preserving the traditions of the […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
The NC Mineral and Gem Festival is a vibrant celebration of nature’s treasures, attracting gem enthusiasts and families alike. Experience a variety of activities including mine tours, and a diverse range of vendors showcasing unique jewelry and minerals. Vendors from across the nation gather to present their finest gems, minerals, and handcrafted jewelry, making […]
Saluda Grade Trail Celebration
Saluda Grade Trail Celebration
Join us for a festive event overlooking the rail line near the NC/SC border. Learn about the story of the trail so far and the vision looking forward. Enjoy live music. Connect with fellow friends of the trail. And learn how you can plug in to the effort to move it forward! Downtown Tryon is […]
10 events,
The Way We See the World: Annual Indigenous Pop Culture Celebration
Since 2022, MotCP’s annual The Way We event highlights Native pop culture and showcases timely perspectives for Cherokee people, primarily by Cherokee people. These community-centered events put Native self-representation in the spotlight and uplift creative work that explores identity through artistic expressions in film, music, visual art, and more.
Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair
Come and enjoy beautiful downtown Burnsville, hometown hospitality, and a one-of-a-kind selection of handmade arts and crafts at the Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair. Established in 1956, The Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair is coordinated and sponsored by the Burnsville-Yancey County Chamber of Commerce. It is the first Friday and Saturday in August in historic downtown Burnsville […]
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
The NC Mineral and Gem Festival is a vibrant celebration of nature’s treasures, attracting gem enthusiasts and families alike. Experience a variety of activities including mine tours, and a diverse range of vendors showcasing unique jewelry and minerals. Vendors from across the nation gather to present their finest gems, minerals, and handcrafted jewelry, making […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
Southeastern Permaculture Gathering
Southeastern Permaculture Gathering
The 2025 Southeastern Permaculture Gathering is right around the corner. Please sign up before July 1st to get the Early Bird discount! It is at The Patterson School Foundation in Lenoir, NC. This is the first time we’ve had 16 amazing teachers teachers & workshops scheduled AHEAD of time. Usually it’s all organically created once […]
9 events,
Southeastern Permaculture Gathering
Southeastern Permaculture Gathering
The 2025 Southeastern Permaculture Gathering is right around the corner. Please sign up before July 1st to get the Early Bird discount! It is at The Patterson School Foundation in Lenoir, NC. This is the first time we’ve had 16 amazing teachers teachers & workshops scheduled AHEAD of time. Usually it’s all organically created once […]
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
The NC Mineral and Gem Festival is a vibrant celebration of nature’s treasures, attracting gem enthusiasts and families alike. Experience a variety of activities including mine tours, and a diverse range of vendors showcasing unique jewelry and minerals. Vendors from across the nation gather to present their finest gems, minerals, and handcrafted jewelry, making […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, 2025. The exhibit brings together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails, showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western […]
5 events,
Southeastern Permaculture Gathering
Southeastern Permaculture Gathering
The 2025 Southeastern Permaculture Gathering is right around the corner. Please sign up before July 1st to get the Early Bird discount! It is at The Patterson School Foundation in Lenoir, NC. This is the first time we’ve had 16 amazing teachers teachers & workshops scheduled AHEAD of time. Usually it’s all organically created once […]
Ashe County Studio Tour
Ashe County Studio Tour
Tour participants will discover art studios located all over the county – in and around West Jefferson, Jefferson, Crumpler, Laurel Springs, Todd, Creston, Warrensville, and Lansing. Most of the studios are not usually open to the public, so this is a rare opportunity for people to see where these artists work and at select locations, […]
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
The NC Mineral and Gem Festival is a vibrant celebration of nature’s treasures, attracting gem enthusiasts and families alike. Experience a variety of activities including mine tours, and a diverse range of vendors showcasing unique jewelry and minerals. Vendors from across the nation gather to present their finest gems, minerals, and handcrafted jewelry, making […]
