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SUMMARY:Holiday Markets at White Horse Black Mountain
DESCRIPTION:It’s the most wonderful time of the year to celebrate together as a community. Support our local vendors with gifts for you and your loved ones. Live Music\, special bar offerings and visits from Santa!\n \nMarket Dates: Dec 6th\, 7th\, 14th & 21st
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/holiday-markets-at-white-horse-black-mountain/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Holiday Markets at White Horse Black Mountain
DESCRIPTION:It’s the most wonderful time of the year to celebrate together as a community. Support our local vendors with gifts for you and your loved ones. Live Music\, special bar offerings and visits from Santa!\n \nMarket Dates: Dec 6th\, 7th\, 14th & 21st
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/holiday-markets-at-white-horse-black-mountain-2/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday Events,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Spring Art Walk
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Downtown Mount Airy for a Spring Art Walk! Artists will be located in numerous locations ready to showcase their amazing work. There will also be demonstrations\, a public art trail\, a Children’s Art Walk\, and more! The Children’s Art Walk activities will be located at Talley’s Custom Frame & Gallery and the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History. \nFor more information and participating artists and locations\, visit www.mountairydowntown.org/artwalk \nThe Art Walk is supported in part by a grant from the NC Arts Council\, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/spring-art-walk/
LOCATION:Downtown Mount Airy\, Mount Airy\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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SUMMARY:Fire on the Mountain Blacksmith Festival
DESCRIPTION:Fire on the Mountain is an annual celebration of the art of the blacksmith that is always held on the last Saturday in April in Downtown Spruce Pine\, NC. The event is a partnership between Spruce Pine Main Street\, Penland School of Craft\, and the Toe River Arts. Each year\, the festival contains blacksmith demonstrations\, blacksmith vendor booths\, youth and adult forge-off\, hands-on tents\, kids’ activities\, food\, and more. Originating in 2007 as a local festival\, the festival was originally called “Hammerin’ on the Toe.” \nOrganizers: Spruce Pine Main Street\, Toe River Arts\, Penland School of Craft
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/fire-on-the-mountain-blacksmith-festival/
LOCATION:Spruce Pine Main Street\, 165 Locust Street\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors Activity,Festivals,Food & Beverage,Education,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Appalachia Day – A Celebration of All Things Appalachian!
DESCRIPTION: \nAppalachia Day is a full-day event this year with three parts:\n\nA morning guided hike on the Strawberry Gap Trail to Blue Ridge Pastures (please register for the hike in advance)\nA free\, family-friendly festival and local market at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview\, NC\nAn evening\, ticketed concert with the Darren Nicholson Band\, benefiting SAHC – at Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Tickets sold separately. \n\nCome out and celebrate what you love about our mountain home – the views\, hiking\, local arts\, food\, live music and quality time with friends and family.\nDuring the day\, there will be food trucks on site\, live music all day\, a craft village market until 6 pm\, a raffle and more farm fun for the whole family!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/appalachia-day-a-celebration-of-all-things-appalachian/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road\, Fairview\, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity,Conservation,Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Doggett Gap Tiny Music & Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Rare Bird Cultural Arts is thrilled to announce the Doggett Gap Tiny Music & Heritage Festival\, a celebration of roots music\, craft\, and community at Rare Bird Farm in rural Spring Creek\, NC\, on Friday\, May 2\, and Saturday\, May 3\, 2025. This intimate\, family-friendly gathering showcases a diverse lineup of artists spanning Americana\, country\, folk\, and Appalachian traditions\, blending the old with the new in a setting designed to foster connection and creativity. \nFriday\, May 2 @ 6:00 PM through Saturday May 3rd @ 9:00 PM – Doggett Gap Tiny Music & Heritage Festival  \nThe 2025 festival lineup features an incredible mix of emerging and established artists\, including: \n\nKassi Valazza\nChris Acker\nMike Gangloff & Kaily Schenker\nWeirs\nThe Wilder Flower\nNicholas Edward Williams\nTyler Dodson\nShelton Powe\n\nAttendees can also enjoy immersive folklife and craft experiences\, with featured artists-at-large leading interactive sessions: \n\nShaped-Note Singing Workshop with Laura Boosinger\nBe Art Experiential Art with Jane Sleeper\nAppalachian Dance Lessons with Linda Block\n\nBuilding on the success of last year’s Fine Tuned Sessions\, which was created in collaboration with Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (BRNHA)\, Rare Bird Cultural Arts sought to establish this as its signature spring festival. “We wanted to honor both our location and the musical roots of the region by renaming the festival after Doggett Gap\, the mountain under which Rare Bird Farm sits\, as well as the title of a Bascom Lamar Lunsford song\,” said Farrah Hoffmire\, Executive Director of Rare Bird Cultural Arts. \nRare Bird’s “tiny festival” model ensures an intimate and low-impact experience\, keeping both the land and the community at the heart of the event. “We call them tiny festivals because we want to keep our impact low at Rare Bird Farm and have a max capacity of 200 people. This keeps our connection to the land front and center and allows for an intimate experience for all involved\,” said Mitchell Davis\, co-owner of Rare Bird Farm. \nSupporting the Community and Regional Recovery\nThis year’s festival is especially important to Rare Bird Cultural Arts and the surrounding community in the wake of Hurricane Helene\, which caused significant flooding damage to neighboring towns\, including Hot Springs\, NC. “In addition to celebrating local music and culture\, we’re hoping to encourage visitors to come early for the festival\, stay longer in our vacation rentals\, and shop locally to help boost the regional economy as our neighbors rebuild\,” said Farrah Hoffmire. \nVisitors are also invited to participate in Town and Trail Fest on Friday\, May 2\, where volunteers will work together to clean\, restore\, and beautify downtown Hot Springs\, which was devastated by flood damage. “It’s a great opportunity to help out in the community while enjoying the beautiful landscapes that make this region so special\,” Hoffmire added. The volunteer event will take place from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in downtown Hot Springs. \n50% of net proceeds from the Doggett Gap festival will be donated to the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area\, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving\, interpreting\, and promoting the heritage of the Blue Ridge Mountains through music\, craft\, and storytelling initiatives. \nWith its intimate setting\, world-class music\, and hands-on folklife experiences\, Doggett Gap Tiny Music & Heritage Festival promises a weekend of deep connection\, creative exploration\, and community celebration. \nTickets and more information: Doggett Gap Tiny Music & Heritage Festival \nhttps://rarebirdfarm.org/performingarts/2025/5/2/doggett-gap-tiny-music-amp-heritage-festival \n2025 Artists:  \nKassi Valazza is a singer-songwriter hailing from Arizona. Her music blends classic country and folk influences with a modern\, psychedelic twist\, drawing inspiration from the expansive landscapes of her upbringing. Her 2019 debut album\, Dear Dead Days\, introduced her evocative storytelling and haunting melodies\, earning her a dedicated following. In 2023\, she released her sophomore album\, Kassi Valazza Knows Nothing\, further solidifying her place in the alternative country scene. Valazza’s work reflects her deep connection to the American West\, capturing its vastness and mystique through her unique sound. \nChris Acker is a singer-songwriter known for his sharp storytelling\, wry humor\, and heartfelt songwriting. Rooted in folk and country traditions\, his music blends classic honky-tonk sounds with a modern\, poetic sensibility. Based in New Orleans\, Acker’s songs capture everyday moments with a mix of wit\, warmth\, and raw honesty\, drawing comparisons to John Prine and Blaze Foley. Whether performing solo or with his band\, The Growing Boys\, he brings a timeless charm to his music\, crafting songs that feel both familiar and refreshingly original. \nWeirs is a traditional and experimental music group based in Orange County\, North Carolina. The band consists of Justin Morris and Oliver Child-Lanning\, who blend elements of folk\, ambient\, and country music to create a unique sound that honors traditional roots while embracing modern experimentation. Their 2020 album\, “Prepare to Meet God\,” features interpretations of classic songs like “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Bright Morning Star.” In 2024\, Weirs collaborated with Magic Tuber Stringband on “The Crozet Tunnel\,” an album recorded live in Virginia’s Crozet Tunnel\, capturing the raw energy of their performance in a unique acoustic environment. Weirs continues to contribute to North Carolina’s vibrant music scene with their innovative approach to traditional music. \nNicholas Edward Williams is a Chattanooga\, Tennessee-based multi-instrumentalist\, storyteller\, and host of the roots music history podcast American Songcatcher. Dedicated to preserving and “playing it forward\,” he explores the songs\, stories\, artists\, and styles that have shaped American music\, including ragtime\, Piedmont blues\, early country\, traditional folk\, and old-time. Over the past 15 years\, Williams has toured extensively across the United States\, the United Kingdom\, Western Europe\, and Australia\, blending various roots music styles into his unique performances. His critically acclaimed 2021 album\, Folk Songs for Old Times’ Sake\, has been praised by notable figures in the roots community\, such as David Holt\, Oliver Wood\, Dom Flemons\, and JP Harris. \nThe Wilder Flower is an all-female trio from the Carolinas that blends folk\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and old-time influences into a unique and fluid sound. They thrive on three-part harmonies\, whether performing a two-chord old-time ballad or a modern\, minor-filled melody. Instrumentally\, they feature bluegrass banjo tunes\, fiddle and clawhammer string-band songs\, flatpicking guitar\, and everything in between. Since forming in 2021\, The Wilder Flower has toured extensively across North and South Carolina and performed at festivals nationwide. They released their debut album\, If I Wait Anymore\, in September 2024. \nTyler Dodson is a multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter from Winston-Salem\, North Carolina. Born in the foothills of the Sauratown Mountains in Stokes County\, his music blends Americana\, soul\, and country influences\, drawing inspiration from artists like John Prine\, Tom Petty\, and Otis Redding. Dodson’s debut album\, “Live at the West Salem Public House\,” was released in 2024\, capturing his soulful performances and storytelling prowess. He has performed at venues such as The Stage on Broadway in Nashville and has opened for musician Sam Lewis. Dodson continues to captivate audiences with his heartfelt lyrics and dynamic musicality. \nMike Gangloff and Kaily Schenker – Mike Gangloff is an American musician renowned for his contributions to experimental and traditional Appalachian music. He is a founding member of the drone ensemble Pelt and the old-time band The Black Twig Pickers\, where he showcases his skills on fiddle\, banjo\, and vocals. Throughout his career\, Gangloff has collaborated with artists such as Steve Gunn and the late Jack Rose. His solo work includes the album “Evening Measures\,” released in 2022. Gangloff continues to explore the intersections of traditional and avant-garde music\, enriching the American folk landscape. \nShelton Powe is an American musician celebrated for his authentic interpretations of Piedmont blues and gospel traditions. Born in 1957 in Charlotte\, North Carolina\, he was immersed in a family rich with musical talent. Although his mother gifted him harmonicas and guitars during his youth\, it wasn’t until the late 1980s\, following the passing of his parents\, that Powe deeply connected with the music of his upbringing. He began playing guitar as a tribute to his mother\, delving into the old-time blues and gospel songs he remembered from his childhood. Relocating to Atlanta\, Georgia\, Powe became an active figure in the local blues scene\, collaborating with notable artists such as Cora Mae Bryant\, Neal Pattman\, and Frank Edwards. His discography includes the album “Carolina Blues and Gospel\,” released through the Music Maker Foundation. Powe’s performances are characterized by sincere vocals and adept fingerpicking guitar\, transporting listeners to the heart of the Piedmont blues tradition. \n“SHAPED” NOTE SINGING from the CHRISTIAN HARMONY: A WORKSHOP with Laura Boosinger \nLaura Boosinger is a highly respected musician\, banjo player\, and educator known for her deep connection to Appalachian music traditions. Based in Western North Carolina\, she has spent decades preserving and sharing the region’s rich musical heritage. A gifted clawhammer banjo player and singer\, Laura is also a dedicated teacher of shape-note singing\, a powerful\, centuries-old form of communal music-making. Her work spans solo performances\, collaborations with esteemed traditional musicians\, and educational programs that bring mountain music to new generations. Laura’s passion for Appalachian culture shines through her recordings\, performances\, and workshops\, making her a beloved figure in the folk and old-time music communities. \nSPIRIT OF THE LAND: INTERACTIVE ART SPACE with Jane Sleeper \nSpring Creek Artist\, Jane Sleeper will create a creative\, supported\, and connective space for concert goes to creative art for the land or allow Jane to paint on your body for a fun and connective experience. \nAPPALACHIAN DANCE LESSONS with Linda Block \nLinda Block is a seasoned Appalachian dancer\, performer\, and instructor with a passion for clogging and flatfooting. A member of the Green Grass Cloggers since 2009\, she has performed and taught at festivals across western North Carolina and east Tennessee. She offers classes for all ages and skill levels\, including private lessons and AirBnB experiences\, and has taught at the John C. Campbell Folk School and Handmade Music School. With a diverse dance background spanning contra\, swing\, zydeco\, and international folk styles\, she has won multiple solo clogging competitions and contributed choreography to theatrical productions. Linda’s freestyle improvisational dance\, often performed on her wooden step-a-tune platform\, highlights the intricate rhythms of live Appalachian old-time music\, making her both a skilled educator and a dynamic performer. \nThis festival is presented with the generous support of the Madison County Tourism & Development Authority. \n\n\n\n\n Add to calendar 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/doggett-gap-tiny-music-heritage-festival-2/
LOCATION:Rare Bird Farm\, 91 Duckett Top Tower Road\, Hot Springs\, NC\, 28743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Airing of the Quilts
DESCRIPTION:The airing of quilts is a traditional rite of spring in the mountains.  After a long winter with families snuggled under layers of warm handmade quilts\, the warmer weather of springtime gave women a chance to freshen up and air-out these essentials covers.  We want to invite you to be part in this special day! To honor this tradition\, the Appalachian Women’s Museum began an annual event in 2017 where as many as 65 quilts hung on the wrap around porch\, from clotheslines in the yard\, and on quilt racks and other surfaces throughout the first floor of the museum.  This year we are excited to once again share quilts of local makers going back generations. Throughout the day John Tichich will play his fiddle and have a working treadle sewing machine for participants to use. Come visit us at our traditional Airing of the Quilts at the Appalachian Women’s Museum. \nAdmission is free.  \nFriendship Album Quilt\nVisitors will also have an opportunity to purchase a square on a Friendship Album Quilt with their name or honoring someone in their lives.   \nWe hope you’ll help make this a great day by bringing your family and friends to see the colorful quilt displays.  \nIf you have questions\, please contact us at (828) 545-9099 or friends@appwomen.org.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/airing-of-the-quilts/
LOCATION:Appalachian Women’s Museum\, 100 W. Hometown Place\, Dillsboro\, NC\, 28725\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Art,Family Fun,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Craft Demo Day & Instructor Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Curious about Clay\, Traditional Woodworking\, or Violin Making? Join us on Saturday\, May 3\, from 1–4 PM at 410 Memorial Park Drive\, Elkin\, to meet our instructors\, explore our traditional craft semesters\, and experience live demonstrations. You’ll even have the chance to participate in hands-on activities!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/craft-demo-day-instructor-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Foothills School of Violin Making\, 410 Memorial Park Drive\, Elkin\, NC\, 28621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Education,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:WNC Yarn Crawl
DESCRIPTION:What is a yarn crawl??? \n“To tour/visit/salivate over a [geographic area’s] local yarn shops for extreme fiber enthusiasts.” -Urban Dictionary \nThe Western North Carolina Yarn Crawl gives you and your friends a chance to create a self-guided tour\, stopping by as many (or all!) Local Yarn Stores during this event for a chance to win prizes\, shop great deals and specials! The WNC Yarn Crawl is held every year during the week leading up to Mother’s Day. \nPrizes!\nAt each LYS\, you have a chance to enter into a drawing for awesome fiber-related prizes! Anyone can enter\, even at multiple stores. Prizes are provided by the stores themselves\, as well as vendors the stores have worked with who donate to support the fiber love! \nThis year the theme is “After the Storm”: we in Western North Carolina are celebrating our resilience\, perseverance\, and determination to survive and thrive after the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Many of us are still dealing with the devastation and cleanup months later. Look for rainbows expressed throughout the crawl shops as the sign of hope and promise after the rain. \nThere is no charge to participate in the Yarn Crawl but please find ways to support these amazing yarn stores!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/wnc-yarn-crawl/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250509T180000
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SUMMARY:Gem\, Mineral\, & Artisan Show
DESCRIPTION:The annual Mother’s Day Gem show sponsored by Franklin’s Gem and Mineral Museum has run for over 50 years. Each year rockhounds from all across the United States descend on Franklin for gem & mineral shows. These shows feature everything from fine jewelry to rough and cut gems & minerals\, fossils\, lapidary equipment and more. This year we are adding artisans\, fine jewelry\, Incredible finds\, minerals from around the country. \nWin prizes too: A set of earrings & a necklace as a grand prize! and hourly prizes for each day. \nHours: Friday & Saturday (May 9 & 10) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.\, and Sunday (May 11) 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nAdmission: $3 for adults\, $2 Seniors\, children 16 & under free. Watch for $1 off coupons in local newspapers\, at restaurants and at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/gem-mineral-artisan-show/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Macon County Community Building\, 1288 Georgia Rd\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Natural Heritage,Museum,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Gem\, Mineral\, & Artisan Show
DESCRIPTION:The annual Mother’s Day Gem show sponsored by Franklin’s Gem and Mineral Museum has run for over 50 years. Each year rockhounds from all across the United States descend on Franklin for gem & mineral shows. These shows feature everything from fine jewelry to rough and cut gems & minerals\, fossils\, lapidary equipment and more. This year we are adding artisans\, fine jewelry\, Incredible finds\, minerals from around the country. \nWin prizes too: A set of earrings & a necklace as a grand prize! and hourly prizes for each day. \nHours: Friday & Saturday (May 9 & 10) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.\, and Sunday (May 11) 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nAdmission: $3 for adults\, $2 Seniors\, children 16 & under free. Watch for $1 off coupons in local newspapers\, at restaurants and at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/gem-mineral-artisan-show/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Macon County Community Building\, 1288 Georgia Rd\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Natural Heritage,Museum,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T160000
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SUMMARY:Fiber Frolic
DESCRIPTION:This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages and is completely FREE to attend. \nGet ready for a day filled with fiber fun\, including exciting activities like spinning demonstrations\, wool carding\, and more. \nWhether you’re a seasoned fiber enthusiast or just curious to learn more\, the Fiber Frolic is the perfect opportunity to come together with fellow fiber lovers and celebrate all things fiber. \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/fiber-frolic/
LOCATION:Hickory Ridge History Museum\, 591 Horn in the West Dr.\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum,Family Fun,Education,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250502T174854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T174854Z
UID:26161-1746957600-1746979200@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Gem\, Mineral\, & Artisan Show
DESCRIPTION:The annual Mother’s Day Gem show sponsored by Franklin’s Gem and Mineral Museum has run for over 50 years. Each year rockhounds from all across the United States descend on Franklin for gem & mineral shows. These shows feature everything from fine jewelry to rough and cut gems & minerals\, fossils\, lapidary equipment and more. This year we are adding artisans\, fine jewelry\, Incredible finds\, minerals from around the country. \nWin prizes too: A set of earrings & a necklace as a grand prize! and hourly prizes for each day. \nHours: Friday & Saturday (May 9 & 10) 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.\, and Sunday (May 11) 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nAdmission: $3 for adults\, $2 Seniors\, children 16 & under free. Watch for $1 off coupons in local newspapers\, at restaurants and at the Franklin Chamber of Commerce.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/gem-mineral-artisan-show/2025-05-11/
LOCATION:Macon County Community Building\, 1288 Georgia Rd\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Natural Heritage,Museum,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250328T185944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T185944Z
UID:24895-1747476000-1747497600@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Visitor Celebration Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Visitor Celebration Day\, a special event dedicated to showing appreciation for our visitors! Enjoy a full day of entertainment\, food\, and community fun!\nAdmission: Free \nWhat to Expect: \n\nLive music and entertainment\nStickball demonstrations\nTraditional dancers\nGiveaways\nLocal vendors with unique crafts and goods\nFood trucks and food vendors\n\nInterested in being a vendor? There is no charge to participate. Tables and chairs will be provided\, and sign-up is available at the Welcome Center. \nMark your calendar and bring your family and friends for a great day of celebration! \n\n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/visitor-celebration-day/
LOCATION:Cherokee Welcome Center\, 498 Tsali Blvd\, Cherokee\, NC\, 28719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Cherokee Heritage,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250514T173203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T173227Z
UID:26324-1747483200-1747497600@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Township10 5th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate at our event on May 17 from 12-4. We are co-hosting a special residency with Josh Copus featuring four Australian artists: Ruby Yeh\, Jade Shanley\, Dean Kasper\, & Danielle Vibert. \nEnjoy an afternoon of studio visits\, delicious tacos by the one and only Luis Martinez of Taquio Foods\, a bakesale by the extraordinary Camille Cogswell & old-time mountain music on the porch\, \n➡️EVENT DETAILS: \nSaturday\, May 17\, 12-4 pm \n\nPottery Sale\nOpen Studio with 4 Australian potters\nLuis Martinez cooking delicious bites\nBakesale by Camille Cogswell- 310 Ras Grooms Road\, Marshall NC\n\nThe event is FREE and open to the public. Cash/Venmo preferred for sales. Please tell your friends & family who want to support artists and enjoy an afternoon on-site.We are 30 minutes north of Asheville at 310 Ras Grooms Road Marshall\, NC 28753
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/township10-5th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Township10\, 310 Ras Grooms Road\, Marshall\, NC\, 28753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Music,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20230515T194929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T155421Z
UID:19770-1747958400-1748131199@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Swain County Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate Appalachian Mountain Heritage in the Great Smoky Mountains small town of Bryson City! Friday evening is Southern Gospel Music night\, and everyone can join in a sing-along at the end. Saturday – Memorial Day Ceremony featuring veterans. Then the music starts and lasts all day! Bluegrass\, country\, folk\, and a little bit of everything! The crowd gathers at noon for the kids’ burlap sack races and a log-sawing contest with an antique cross-cut saw\, with prizes and bragging rights. Clogging by Jubilee Mountain Cloggers. Kids Activities\, bounce houses\, face painting. Vendor booths\, handmade crafts\, art\, wood carvings\, pottery\, basketry\, and more! Festival food – Kettle Korn\, Funnel Cakes\, BBQ\, and more. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/swain-county-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Riverfront Park\, 101 Mitchell Street\, Bryson City\, NC\, 28713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity,Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250327T214825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T214825Z
UID:24754-1748077200-1748106000@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Garden Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the beauty of Garden Jubilee\, a spectacular gardening show gracing Main Street in historic downtown Hendersonville. This Memorial Day weekend event\, hosted by the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville\, transforms the area into a seven-block garden wonderland. Over 200 plant and craft vendors line the street\, offering an extensive variety of annuals\, perennials\, vegetables\, herbs\, and hard-to-find plants. Crafters showcase distinctive garden art\, handmade furniture\, jewelry\, garden tools\, planters\, wind chimes\, birdhouses\, soaps\, and pottery. Gardening experts share their knowledge on a stage in the Welcome Center parking lot\, providing visitors with the latest techniques and tips. This immersive two-day experience celebrates gardening\, creativity\, and community. \nVisit the official Garden Jubilee website for keynote speakers. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/garden-jubilee-2/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Downtown Hendersonville\, Main Street \, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28791\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Farms & Agriculture,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250221T115557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T221228Z
UID:24336-1748080800-1748106000@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Craft Thinking & Making: Critical Studies Conference
DESCRIPTION:Bringing together a variety of craft scholars and artists from our region and beyond for lectures and presentations.\n \n*Check SouthernHighlandGuild.org for updates regarding a full schedule.\n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/craft-thinking-making-critical-studies-conference/2025-05-24/
LOCATION:Folk Art Center Auditorium\, 382 Blue Ridge Parkway \, Asheville\, 28805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250507T143149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T143149Z
UID:26183-1748088000-1748120400@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Just American Made Glass Festival
DESCRIPTION:JAM Glass Gallery is hosting the Just American Made Glass Festival\, free to attend. Festivities include a Figurine Show inside the gallery\, scheduled flameworking demos inside the studio\, outside vending with demos\, live music\, glass games\, classes\, giveaways\, foraged tea\, & more. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/just-american-made-glass-festival/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Sylva\, Landis Street\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250327T214825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T214825Z
UID:24853-1748163600-1748192400@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Garden Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in the beauty of Garden Jubilee\, a spectacular gardening show gracing Main Street in historic downtown Hendersonville. This Memorial Day weekend event\, hosted by the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville\, transforms the area into a seven-block garden wonderland. Over 200 plant and craft vendors line the street\, offering an extensive variety of annuals\, perennials\, vegetables\, herbs\, and hard-to-find plants. Crafters showcase distinctive garden art\, handmade furniture\, jewelry\, garden tools\, planters\, wind chimes\, birdhouses\, soaps\, and pottery. Gardening experts share their knowledge on a stage in the Welcome Center parking lot\, providing visitors with the latest techniques and tips. This immersive two-day experience celebrates gardening\, creativity\, and community. \nVisit the official Garden Jubilee website for keynote speakers. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/garden-jubilee-2/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Downtown Hendersonville\, Main Street \, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28791\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Farms & Agriculture,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250522T183314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T183314Z
UID:26410-1748790000-1748808000@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Jackson Arts Market
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday June 7th 3pm-8pm for an afternoon Arts Market hosted at the @jamglassgallery on Main Street in beautiful downtown Sylva. We are joined by a variety of artisans from painters to ceramicists to woodworkers and more. You never know what treasures you’ll find. \n\nTake a quick\, hands-on glassblowing lesson while you’re here!\nLater in the evening\, we open space for Fire Flow. Bring your flow/glow toys and light up the night!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/jackson-arts-market/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Sylva\, Landis Street\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250501T015956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T015956Z
UID:26103-1749895200-1749916800@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:World Wide Knit in Public Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Local Cloth on the sidewalks in and around Asheville’s River Arts District to celebrate World Wide Knit in Public (WWKIP) Day on June 14 from 10am to 4pm. Festivities include sitting knitters throughout the River Arts District\, an opportunity for yarn bombing\, and a make-and-take drop-in to learn how to make knitted cotton washcloths. No knitting experience is needed to participate in WWKIP Day. Admission to the event is free\, just pay for the materials you use. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/world-wide-knit-in-public-day/
LOCATION:River Arts District\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T180000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20240531T192227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T203330Z
UID:21454-1749897000-1749924000@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Annual Graham County Flame Azalea Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s 8th annual Flame Azalea Festival on Saturday\, June 14th\, from 10:30 am to 6 pm at the Robbinsville High School on 301 Sweetwater Rd. \nA jam-packed day of arts\, crafts\, music\, food\, and more. Watch Cherokee demonstrations\, take in the Antique Tractor Show and keep the kids busy with a myriad of outdoor and educational activities. \nHOOPER BALD GUIDED HIKES\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm on Saturday\, June 14th\n1:00 pm – 4:00 pm on Sunday\, June 15th\nTwo groups per each timeslot and space per group is limited. Registration is recommended.\nCall 828.479.3790 to sign up!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/annual-graham-county-flame-azalea-festival/
LOCATION:Robbinsville High School\, Sweetwater Road\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Natural Heritage,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250522T195211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T195211Z
UID:26425-1750352400-1750363200@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Spruce Pine 3rd Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to experience another unforgettable evening at Third Thursdays in Downtown Spruce Pine\, this time on June 19th! From 5 to 8 PM\, the bustling streets between Link and Crystal streets will come alive with the vibrant energy of our community gathering. \nStart your adventure by perusing the local farmers and makers market\, where you’ll find an abundance of fresh produce\, handcrafted treasures\, and artisanal goods lovingly crafted by talented locals. Engage with the artisans and farmers as you explore their offerings\, immersing yourself in the rich tapestry of our community’s creativity and passion. \nMark your calendars and join us on June 19th for Third Thursdays in Downtown Spruce Pine. It’s an evening filled with community\, culture\, and celebration that you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/spruce-pine-3rd-thursdays/
LOCATION:Downtown Spruce Pine\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors Activity,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250214T151827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T151827Z
UID:24254-1750377600-1750550399@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:North Carolina Rhododendron Festival
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Rhododendron Festival draws hundreds of visitors from all over the region and features the Rhododendron Festival Pageant\, the Craft Fair with food vendors\, children’s activities\, live music throughout the day\, as well as a classic car show\, a 10K run\, and 2 nights of street dancing.  Come discover our Small Town Mountain Paradise!  
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/north-carolina-rhododendron-festival/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity,Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250529T165541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T165541Z
UID:26521-1751050800-1751058000@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Craft Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Crown for Art Market & Craft Social from 7–8 p.m. \nAll are welcome! Bring a project to work on\, an instrument for the jam circle\, or simply stop by to see instructors work\, watch demos\, and learn about what happened in the studios this week. \nInstructors\, staff\, and others will be selling artwork and offering hands-on activities.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/craft-social/
LOCATION:The Crown Restaurant\, 135 Emily Lane\, Brasstown\, NC\, 28902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250629
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20240620T205026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T041053Z
UID:21672-1751068800-1751155199@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
DESCRIPTION:The annual Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive About Tour is 2-day road trip adventure you want to take. You have from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27 & 28 to discover local\, hand-made crafts featuring 10 locations in Swain & Graham counties. With their studios open to the public\, the self-guided driving tour highlights artisans who have built a livelihood with their creative talents. This is your chance to meet the artists and watch them work.\nTo assist your plans to visit all 10 sites\, printed drive-about maps will be available at each location\, and directional signs will be near each stop on the tour.\nDrive Happy.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/stecoah-arts-crafts-drive-about-tour/2025-06-28/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250630
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20240620T205026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T205026Z
UID:26693-1751155200-1751241599@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
DESCRIPTION:The annual Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive About Tour is 2-day road trip adventure you want to take. You have from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27 & 28 to discover local\, hand-made crafts featuring 10 locations in Swain & Graham counties. With their studios open to the public\, the self-guided driving tour highlights artisans who have built a livelihood with their creative talents. This is your chance to meet the artists and watch them work.\nTo assist your plans to visit all 10 sites\, printed drive-about maps will be available at each location\, and directional signs will be near each stop on the tour.\nDrive Happy.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/stecoah-arts-crafts-drive-about-tour/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20250618T171434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T171434Z
UID:26813-1751191200-1751212800@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:Folded Bark Baskets Workshop
DESCRIPTION: \nCraft tradition. Connect with nature. Create something beautiful.\n\n\nJoin instructor Andrew Lee for a full-day immersive experience where you’ll learn to transform raw bark into a functional\, hand-crafted basket — inspired by timeless Appalachian techniques.\n\n\n Date: Sunday\, June 29\, 2025\n Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n Location: Folkmoot Room A-11\n112 Virginia Ave.\, Building B\, Waynesville\, NC\n Cost: $128\n Ages: 18+\n\n\nWhat you’ll do:\n Learn how bark is sustainably removed and prepped\n Create one basket from raw bark to drying stage\n Assemble and embellish a second\, fully dried poplar bark basket to take home\n Leave with a finished piece and the knowledge to make more\n\n\n All materials provided — just wear closed-toe shoes and bring your curiosity!\n\n\n Limited spots available — claim yours now and reconnect with the art of natural craft.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/folded-bark-baskets-workshop/
LOCATION:Folkmoot Friendship Center\, 112 Virginia Avenue\, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTSTAMP:20260414T234756
CREATED:20190515T154629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T191002Z
UID:12101-1751587200-1751673599@www.blueridgeheritage.com
SUMMARY:4th of July Powwow
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional competitions\, accompanied by the sound of a powerful drumbeat. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Cherokee culture through storytelling\, craft demonstrations\, and authentic cuisine. With its lively atmosphere and deep-rooted significance\, the 4th of July Powwow offers a memorable glimpse into the enduring spirit of the Cherokee people.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/4th-of-july-powwow/2025-07-04/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts,Music,Cherokee Heritage,Natural Heritage,Family Fun
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