Celebrate the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s 50th year conserving land and water in the Appalachian Mountains. Appalachia Day is a full-day event with three parts: a morning guided hike on the Strawberry Gap Trail to Blue Ridge Pastures (register in advance) a free family-friendly festival and local market at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview, […]

  This annual small-town celebration on Main Street in Marion, North Carolina, will feature 150 crafts and food vendors. There will be live music with two stages for music and dance, children's events, and local entertainment.    Enjoy the local breweries, taprooms, and meadery.   For information - www.mtngloryfestival.com

Held at the beautiful Maggie Valley Festival Grounds during the leaf season. Our annual fundraiser, the festival brings all the Haywood County Arts Council’s programs, and artists together for a truly one-of-a-kind experience. The festival includes award-winning bluegrass bands, vendors, raffles, artist member demonstrations and artwork, a child and adult playground, and local drinks and […]