• Mountain Heritage Days

    Western Carolina University Campus 1 University Way, Cullowhee, NC, United States

    Western Carolina University has proudly hosted the Mountain Heritage Day festival on the last Saturday in September for 50 years! This cherished tradition has been the university’s gift to the […]

  • Haywood County Fair

    Recurring
    Smoky Mountain Event Center 758 Crabtree Road, Waynesville, North Carolina, United States

    Come out for a weekend at the Haywood County Fair, September 25-28, 2025. Attractions Competitions Entertainment Agriculture Rides Exhibits and Competitions And More! $8 adults, $6 Ages 6-12, Free Age […]

    $5 – $8
  • Haywood County Fair

    Recurring
    Smoky Mountain Event Center 758 Crabtree Road, Waynesville, North Carolina, United States

    Come out for a weekend at the Haywood County Fair, September 25-28, 2025. Attractions Competitions Entertainment Agriculture Rides Exhibits and Competitions And More! $8 adults, $6 Ages 6-12, Free Age […]

    $5 – $8
  • Lansing Day

    Downtown Lansing Lansing, NC, United States

    Join us for the 1st annual Lansing Day free festival celebrating Appalachian heritage through local crafts and music while demonstrating our community's remarkable resilience in rebuilding after Hurricane Helene. Witness […]

    Free
  • Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival

    Recurring
    Main Street of Elkin Elkin, NC, United States

    The Annual Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival is held in Historic Downtown Elkin on the 4th Saturday in September from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. The annual Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off starts […]

  • Haywood County Fair

    Recurring
    Smoky Mountain Event Center 758 Crabtree Road, Waynesville, North Carolina, United States

    Come out for a weekend at the Haywood County Fair, September 25-28, 2025. Attractions Competitions Entertainment Agriculture Rides Exhibits and Competitions And More! $8 adults, $6 Ages 6-12, Free Age […]

    $5 – $8
  • Old Timey Fall Festival

    Burnsville Town Square Town Square, Burnsville, NC, United States

    We are back this September with the Old Timey Fall Festival, so that everyone can enjoy the music, dance, children's games, the antique car and truck show, and of course […]

    Free
  • Haywood County Fair

    Recurring
    Smoky Mountain Event Center 758 Crabtree Road, Waynesville, North Carolina, United States

    Come out for a weekend at the Haywood County Fair, September 25-28, 2025. Attractions Competitions Entertainment Agriculture Rides Exhibits and Competitions And More! $8 adults, $6 Ages 6-12, Free Age […]

    $5 – $8
  • Burnsville Harvest Market Craft Show

    Experience the magic of fall at the Burnsville Harvest Market Craft Show! Mark your calendars for October 4th and join us from 9am to 3pm at the Burnsville Town Center, […]

  • Sonker Festival

    Recurring
    Edwards-Franklin House 4132 Haystack Road, Mount Airy, NC, United States

    The Sonker Festival is a Surry County tradition, presented each year by the Surry County Historical Society. It is held on the first Saturday in October at the Edwards-Franklin House […]

    Free
  • Cherokee Indian Fair

    Old Acquani Expo Center 1441 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, United States

    Step into the heart of Cherokee culture at the 113th Cherokee Indian Fair! This spirited celebration showcases the rich culture of the Cherokee people. Visitors of all ages can enjoy […]

    $10 – $20
  • Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival

    Recurring
    The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

    This aritsan fall festival celebrates the breathtaking autumn tapestry of reds, oranges, and yellows located in the Heart of Cashiers. This popular and FREE event welcomes 100 artisans to the park. […]

    Free