• Fire on the Mountain Blacksmith Festival

    Spruce Pine Main Street 165 Locust Street, Spruce Pine, NC, United States

    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, […]

  • Town & Trail Fest

    Recurring

    A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail! Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more! Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever! We invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people […]

  • Marshall Magic Days

    Recurring
    Downtown Marshall Marshall, NC, United States

    Marshall Magic Market returns to celebrate our Second Annual Marshall Magic Days! Support a colorful array of Madison County local artists, makers and non-profits in our beloved Downtown. Marshall Magic Market will have TWO markets the first weekend of May: Friday, May 1 from 4-7pm and Saturday May 2 from 12-5pm. Come find us in […]

  • Town & Trail Fest

    Recurring

    A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail! Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more! Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever! We invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people […]

  • Smoky Mountain SpringFest

    Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center 121 Schoolhouse Rd , Robbinsville, North Carolina, United States

    Come on out for the annual Smoky Mountain SpringFest at Stecoah as we celebrate spring and our beautiful Great Smoky Mountains! This event is focused on outdoor activities and recreation with a selection of quality arts and craft vendors, food vendors, kids activities, demonstrations, music and dancing. We have an entire day’s schedule full of […]

  • Marshall Magic Days

    Recurring
    Downtown Marshall Marshall, NC, United States

    Marshall Magic Market returns to celebrate our Second Annual Marshall Magic Days! Support a colorful array of Madison County local artists, makers and non-profits in our beloved Downtown. Marshall Magic Market will have TWO markets the first weekend of May: Friday, May 1 from 4-7pm and Saturday May 2 from 12-5pm. Come find us in […]

  • Murphy Spring Festival

    Downtown Murphy North Carolina Peachtree Street, Murphy, North Carolina, United States

    This year’s event will be teeming with interesting and unique vendors, food trucks, kid’s activities! Come on out and enjoy the warm spring air while you listen to live on-stage performances by our amazing artists. While you tap your feet to the beat, come browse the McNabb Properties Beer & Wine Garden – where you’ll […]

  • Saluda Arts Festival

    Mark your calendars for May 16, 2026, and get ready to experience the 21st Annual Saluda Arts Festival—a celebration set against the breathtaking backdrop of springtime in the Blue Ridge Mountains! As the crisp mountain air fills with the scent of blooming wildflowers and fresh greenery, historic Main Street will come alive with the colors, […]

  • Visitor Celebration Day

    Cherokee Welcome Center 498 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, United States

    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! Admission: Free What to Expect: Live music and entertainment Stickball demonstrations Traditional dancers Giveaways Local vendors with unique crafts and goods Food trucks and food vendors Mark your calendar […]

  • Swain County Heritage Festival

    Recurring
    Riverfront Park 101 Mitchell Street, Bryson City, NC, United States

    Come and celebrate Appalachian Mountain Heritage in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Swain County Annual Heritage Day Festival is held on Friday and Saturday before Memorial Day in Bryson City, NC. Happening May 22 & 23, 2026, at Riverfront Park, the festival is celebrating its 30th year. Friday evening will feature Southern gospel music, including […]

    Free
  • Swain County Heritage Festival

    Recurring
    Riverfront Park 101 Mitchell Street, Bryson City, NC, United States

    Come and celebrate Appalachian Mountain Heritage in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Swain County Annual Heritage Day Festival is held on Friday and Saturday before Memorial Day in Bryson City, NC. Happening May 22 & 23, 2026, at Riverfront Park, the festival is celebrating its 30th year. Friday evening will feature Southern gospel music, including […]

    Free
  • Annual Cherokee Fading Voices

    Recurring
    1897 Little Snowbird Road 1897 Little Snowbird Road, Robbinsville, North Carolina, United States

    The Annual Fading Voices Demonstration Day in Robbinsville, North Carolina, celebrates the traditional way of the Cherokee people. 1897 Little Snowbird Road, Robbinsville, NC 28771 A Learning Experience for Everyone: Demonstrations from Past Events: Beadwork Pottery Quilting Wood Carving Hominy Cooking Basket Weaving Bean Bread Making Butter Churning Story Telling Flute Making Herbal Medicine Lid […]