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SUMMARY:Big Barn Bash
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for our August Big Barn Bash! We are so excited to welcome @projecthng back with pony rides this month! This is an event you don’t want to miss!\nShop With Local MakersPony Rides With @projecthngKiddo Bio Blitz With Mtn TrueEat With @littleovenpizzeriaSnack With @appalachianpopcoEnjoy Live Bluegrass MusicStroll @hickorynutgap
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/big-barn-bash/
LOCATION:Hickory Nut Gap\, 57 Sugar Hollow Road\, Fairview\, NC\, 28730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Goombay Festival: Back to Our Roots
DESCRIPTION:The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community. \nThe YMI Cultural Center is proud to host this weekend festival\, which attracts thousands to downtown Asheville each year. This free\, family event connects the community and showcases Black culture\, art\, food\, and entertainment. 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/goombay-festival-back-to-our-roots/
LOCATION:Pack Square Park\, 121 College Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Art,Family Fun,Food & Beverage
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250921
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SUMMARY:Sparta Sashay: A Heritage Festival Tour of Town Murals
DESCRIPTION:Come Sashay your way around Sparta during the Mountain Heritage Festival and learn about all our fabulous murals! \nThere will be two tours: 10:15 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Each should be less than half an hour. Meet at the Chamber of Commerce Alley. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/sparta-sashay-a-heritage-festival-tour-of-town-murals/
LOCATION:Chamber of Commerce Alley\, 58 S Main St\, Sparta\, NC\, 28675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Art,Education
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SUMMARY:Harvesting Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Appalachian traditions at the 2025 Harvesting Heritage Festival! Enjoy a full day of pumpkin picking\, live music\, historic craft demonstrations\, and guided tours of our pioneer homestead. Shop from local artisans and savor seasonal bites from food vendors. Whether you’re exploring with family or looking for a day steeped in culture and community\, there’s something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind mountain festival. \nYou’re welcome to pay at the event using cash\, credit card\, Apple Pay\, or several other forms of payment. Advance tickets are not required—feel free to just come and pay when you arrive if that’s more convenient for you.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/harvesting-heritage-festival-2/
LOCATION:Center for Pioneer Life\, 134 joe young road \, Burnsville\, North Carolina\, 28714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Natural Heritage,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:Yadkin Arts Council’s Annual Yadkin Valley Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join the Yadkin Arts Council for the 48th annual Yadkin Valley Harvest Festival on September 20\, 2025\, from 10:00 am-3:30 pm in downtown Yadkinville. Vendors and food trucks will be set up on Elm and Jackson Street and will feature over 90 different booths with an array of fares.  \nOffering a mix of arts\, crafts\, food\, community\, and fun\, the Yadkin Valley Harvest Festival is a perfect event for the whole family! Live Music will be presented all day long on the Yadkin Cultural Arts Center’s Plaza. This year’s lineup features local bands 3 Toe Possum\, None of the Above\, Incognito\, and Blues DeVille.  \nFestivities also include Inflatables by Fun Time Inflatables and face painting by the Yadkin County Interact Club. This is not a ticketed event\, but cash is recommended in order to participate in all the fun and support all of Yadkin County’s local vendors and artisans. This event will be held Rain or Shine. \nPERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:\n \n10:15-11 – 3 Toe Possum \n11:30-12:15 – None of The Above \n12:45-1:45 – Incognito \n2:15-3:15 – Blues DeVille \n2025 SPONSORS:\nThe Yadkin Arts Council’s 48th Annual Yadkin Valley Harvest Festival would not be possible without the help of our wonderful sponsors including our \nPresenting Sponsors: Indera Mills\, Unifi\, and Yadkin Arts Council \nPlatinum Sponsor:  Ireland Insurance \nGold Sponsors: Briggs Shaffner Acquisition Company\, Collide Church\, Dorsett Heating & Air Conditioning\, Duke Energy\, Live Like Norah\, and Skyline Bank \nSilver  Sponsor: Edward Jones\, and Yadkin Vision Center \nTent Sponsor: Gentry Family Funeral Services for providing shade for our outdoor dining area! \nInfo Booth Sponsor: Rotary Club of Yadkin County \n2025 AMUSEMENTS & VENDORS\n \nAmusements: Fun time Inflatables\, Yadkin County Interact Club Face Painting Booth \n2025 Craft\, Retail\, & Promotional Vendors: ADHD Crafts\, Amanda Gullatt Ceramics\, Apache Solutions LLC\, B&R Creations\, B’s Creations Soap Company\, Better Ballet NC. Celebrate Recovery (Collide Church)\, CJ’s Jams & Jellies\, CMS Insurance\, D-Daddy’s Crafts. EASY Organization / Mindful Family Management\, Frankly Naturals\, Freeland Fine Arts & Crafts\, Gary’s Goods\, Gingermountainrustics\, Historic Richmond Hill Law School\, Jo Boone\, Author and Johnny Graybeal\, Author\, Kindly Boutique\, King’s Crafty Creations\, Lefevre Wood Craft\, Livy’s Perler Creations\, Malcolm Coulter\, Marlana Riley | Keller Williams Realty Elite\, Matthew’s Crafts\, McMasters Unlimited\, LLC\, Mean Bean Graphix\, Melissa’s Spare Time Crafts\, Megan Danielle Designs\, Milltown Kids\, Nance Used Cars\, Northwood Baptist Church\, Pampered Chef\, PAW-sitively Dashing Pet Accessories\, Peacock’s Monocle\, Plexus\, Prospective Press\, Q-Beads\, Rainbow of Yadkinville\, Roxanne’s Vinyl’s\, Sam Harvey\, Samantha Nance\, Simply Sisters Accessories\, Sincerely Gifted Boutique\, StuffnFun Bears LLC\, The Barn Door NC\, The Divine Pumpkin Vine\, The Gideons\, The Hypnotic Moon\, The Mustard Seed Boutique LLC\, The Yadkin County Veterans Council\, This N That Creations LLC\, Thomas Carpets\, Tin Lenny’s\, Tina & Wayne’s Prints\, Tupperware Products\, Upcycled Oak Tree\, Wendy’s Pink Lilly Beauties (Mary Kay)\, Wildflower and Coyote\, Willow Mountain Art and Glass\, Wonky Sweets\, Yadkin County Democrat Party. Yadkin Family YMCA\, Yadkin Gray Eagles\, Yadkin Historical Society\, Yadkin Masonic Lodge No. 162\, Yadkin Nursing Center\, Yadkin Physical Therapy\, Yadkin Physical Therapy\, Zapped by KB. \n2025 Food Vendors: 4 Fosters Slushies\, A-Maize-ing Kettle Korn\, Divine Dishes\, Dudley’s Dugouts\, Garden Route\, Kona Ice of Hickory\, Maplewood Baptist Church\, Soul to Bowl\, The Center Bistro.  \nInformational Booth and First Responders: Yadkinville Rescue Squad. Yadkinville EMS\, Yadkinville Fire Department\, Yadkinville Police Department\, Yadkin County Sheriff’s Office.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/yadkin-arts-councils-47th-annual-yadkin-valley-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown Yadkinville\, Elm & Jackson Street\, Yadkinville\, NC\, 27055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Mountain Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:As the days grow shorter and the crisp air of fall settles in\, the Blue Ridge Mountain Heritage Festival in downtown Sparta\, NC\, brings the community together on the third Saturday of each September. This festival has celebrated our rich mountain heritage for three decades with local and regional handmade arts and crafts\, delicious food\, and music and dance performances showcasing our community’s diversity. \nNestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains\, Sparta is the heart of Alleghany County\, North Carolina. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local culture\, Sparta provides the perfect backdrop for the festival. The town’s historic Main Street comes alive with vendors presenting unique crafts\, from intricate woodworking and pottery to handmade jewelry and textiles. The festival is a vibrant exhibition of the area’s artistic and mountain music heritage.  \nAs you stroll along Main Street\, you’ll be inspired by the creativity and talent of the vendors and the warm and welcoming atmosphere. The festival features live performances\, including traditional Appalachian music\, bluegrass bands\, and folk dances\, providing a lively soundtrack to your day. Local food vendors offer a taste of the region with mouthwatering barbecue\, homemade treats\, and other Southern delicacies. \nSparta and Alleghany County are steeped in history and tradition. The area’s heritage is rooted in the early settlers who braved the rugged terrain to establish a community that values hard work\, craftsmanship\, and a deep connection to the land. The Mountain Heritage Festival is a testament to this enduring spirit\, celebrating the past and the creativity and resilience of today’s residents.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/mountain-heritage-festival/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Main Street – Sparta\, 58 South Main Street\, Sparta\, NC\, 28675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250922
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SUMMARY:Mountain Heritage Days
DESCRIPTION: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 community\, preserving Appalachian culture and traditions through education.  \nThe festival will span an entire week\, featuring newly added programming such as evening faculty-led lectures with hands-on involvement\, heritage demonstrators on the plaza\, and a Friday night concert at Bridge Park in Sylva.  \nWe will offer an array of family-friendly activities on Saturday from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm\, including cultural demonstrations\, music\, clogging\, mule and tractor rides\, traditional arts and crafts vendors\, festival food\, and much more! \nFor the most up-to-date information on the week of activities\, visit our website at mountainheritageday.org and follow us on Facebook. Check these locations for a full list of exciting\, week-long activities for Mountain Heritage Days!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/mountain-heritage-day/
LOCATION:Western Carolina University Campus\, 1 University Way\, Cullowhee\, NC\, 28723\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Cherokee Heritage,Festivals,Natural Heritage,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Education,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
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SUMMARY:Lansing Day
DESCRIPTION: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.\nWitness the spirit\, community\, and renewed inspiration that define Lansing\, as well as an unforgettable town-wide ribbon cutting.\nFood vendors\, film screenings\, community art\, and children’s activities.\nJoin us as we mark this milestone—one year with celebration and thanksgiving!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/lansing-day/
LOCATION:Downtown Lansing\, Lansing\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T160000
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SUMMARY:Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe annual Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off starts at 9 am and ends around 1 pm (Fruit can be registered from 7 am to 9 am). It is located at 257 Standard St. There will be pumpkins & watermelons from growers located all over the East Coast. Some will weigh in at an excess of 1\,000 lbs with hopes of placing in the Great Pumpkin Commonwealth top ten. \nNew Kid Zone is located at 257 Standard St\, where you will find bounce houses\, a petting zoo\, and pony rides…. \nThe Main Street of Elkin will be filled with live music\, and vendors of every description featuring everything from antiques\, jump houses\, and funnel cakes to functional pottery\, pumpkin painting\, wood furnishings\, wine racks\, BBQ\, baked goods\, sand art\, pumpkin butter\, polish sausages\, handcrafted gifts\, and so much more. \nIt’s a great time to be had by all. We look forward to seeing you there. \nFor more information about the festival or to become a vendor\, please contact the Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce at 336-526-1111.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/yadkin-valley-pumpkin-festival/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Main Street of Elkin\, Elkin\, NC\, 28621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
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SUMMARY:Old Timey Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION: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 our wonderful exhibitors demonstrating all of the old crafts. \nMark your calendars! Bring your family\, bring your friends and don’t forget your chairs.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/old-timey-fall-festival/
LOCATION:Burnsville Town Square\, Town Square\, Burnsville\, NC\, 28714\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
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SUMMARY:Farm City Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:This FREE event features many educational hands-on activities including a farm animal petting zoo\, old-time craft demonstrations and a fishing pond. There are many children’s games and a wagon ride though the park. Planned entertainment includes the WTZQ Radio’s Local Artist Showcase Stage showcasing musicians performing throughout the day. Food vendors and displays cover 50 acres of Jackson Park the first Saturday of October annually.\n \nFarm City Day Started in 1955 as a collaboration between Henderson County Cooperative Extension and Kiwanis. Today\, Farm City Day celebrates Henderson County agriculture and promotes agricultural awareness to kids.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/farm-city-day-2025/
LOCATION:Henderson County Center – Jackson Park\, 100 Jackson Park Road\, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T170000
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SUMMARY:Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. Visitors will find unique handcrafted wood\, pottery\, jewelry and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food\, drink\, youth activities\, and live music add to the festive spirit of this event. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/cashiers-valley-leaf-festival/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:The Village Green\, 160 Frank Allen Road\, Cashiers\, NC\, 28717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
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SUMMARY:Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. Visitors will find unique handcrafted wood\, pottery\, jewelry and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food\, drink\, youth activities\, and live music add to the festive spirit of this event. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/cashiers-valley-leaf-festival/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:The Village Green\, 160 Frank Allen Road\, Cashiers\, NC\, 28717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T150000
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SUMMARY:Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. Visitors will find unique handcrafted wood\, pottery\, jewelry and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food\, drink\, youth activities\, and live music add to the festive spirit of this event. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/cashiers-valley-leaf-festival/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:The Village Green\, 160 Frank Allen Road\, Cashiers\, NC\, 28717\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T160000
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SUMMARY:2025 Mush\, Music & Mutts Festival - NC’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the 2025 Mush\, Music & Mutts Festival – North Carolina’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival on Saturday\, October 18th from 9 AM to 4 PM in beautiful Uptown Shelby! \nRecognized in regional and national media\, including Andrew Zimmern’s Bizarre Foods\, this festival celebrates the unique regional delicacy and local food staple known as liver mush. \nFestival highlights include a liver mush eating contest\, recipe contest and cookoff\, Kids Zone\, live music\, and more than 90 craft\, food\, and beverage vendors. \nFeatured partner RollOver Pets presents the “Mutts” portion with a pet costume contest and parade\, K9 demo and trick shows\, musical sit contests\, and more! \nEnjoy freshly prepared liver mush sandwiches and dishes proudly served by local producers of this well-loved “delicacy”! \nFree to attend\, pets welcome\, and fun for the whole family! Learn more at www.nclivermushfestival.com.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/2024-mush-music-mutts-festival-ncs-official-fall-liver-mush-festival/
LOCATION:Uptown Shelby\, 118 S. Washington Street\, Shelby\, NC\, 28150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T160000
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SUMMARY:Valle Country Fair
DESCRIPTION:Started as a small church bazaar to raise money to build a parish hall\, the Valle Country Fair has turned into a major attraction attended by ten thousand people a year.  The combination crafts fair\, mountain music jam and harvest festival now raises funds for human service organizations in Avery & Watauga Counties\, generating more than $1.3 million for people in need since the event’s founding 46 years ago. \n\n\nAlways held on the third Saturday in October\, the 2024 Valle Fair is happening Saturday\, October 19\, on the grounds of the Valle Crucis Conference Center on NC Highway 194 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  Festivities include crafts\, food\, children’s activities and mountain music.  Admission is free and ample parking is available adjacent to the Fair for a fee. \nThe event takes place in a huge meadow between a picturesque red barn and a field planted with sorghum.  The tents of more than 100 craft exhibitors line wide lanes that meander back and forth across the grounds.  Bales of hay are stacked in the intersections of these alleys to offer fairgoers a spot to sit as they ponder which craft booths to visit next.  \nHandmade is the organizing principle behind the arts and crafts items available for sale at the Fair In addition to insuring that all work is made by artists’ hands\, organizers jury the craft vendors see that there is a wide variety of creative products available to shoppers.  Craft shopping is even more fun for fairgoers when they know that the exhibitors donate at least ten percent of their proceeds back to the charitable work of the Fair. \nTwo stages are set up to provide entertainment throughout the day.  The main stage is for homegrown mountain music\, while a smaller venue presents story tellers\, folk dancing and other children’s entertainment. \nGuests can feel good about pigging out at the Valle Country Fair because most of the food concessions are operated by the church or other non-profit organizations that dedicate 100 percent of their proceeds to community service.  Tables and chairs are provided under a large tent located near the main stage so that fairgoers can enjoy the music while they dine. \nFood concessions include Brunswick Stew\, barbecue\, chili\, hot dogs and hamburgers\, sausage with onions\, ice cream\, funnel cakes\, baked goods\, jams and jellies\, fresh-pressed apple cider\, and hot-out-of-the kettle apple butter. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/valle-country-fair-6/
LOCATION:Valle Crucis Conference Center\, NC Highway 194\, Valle Crucis\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Farms & Agriculture,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T180000
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SUMMARY:Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:? Voted #1 Best Event/Festival in Haywood County (2024) – Get Ready for an Unforgettable Experience at the Haywood County Arts Council’s Annual Bluegrass Festival Fundraiser! ?  \nThis year\, we’re returning stronger than ever at the beautiful Maggie Valley Festival Grounds—just in time for the stunning leaf season! ? After the challenges of Hurricane Helene forced us to cancel last year’s event\, we’re more excited than ever to bring you a bigger\, better\, and unmissable festival in 2025! ?  \nWe’re excited to present the 2025 line-up: \n\nBalsam Range\nJohn Jorgenson Bluegrass Band\nAppalachian Road Show\nMichael Reno Harrell\n\n✨ What to Expect: \n\nAward-winning Bluegrass Bands that’ll have you tapping your feet all day long! ?\nLocal Artists & Vendors showcasing their incredible creations—get your hands on one-of-a-kind works of art! ?️\nRaffles with amazing prizes\, including unique items from local artisans! ?️\nArtist Member Demonstrations—watch our talented artists at work and maybe even learn something new! ?\nA child and adult playground—there’s something for everyone to enjoy! ?️\nDelicious local food and drinks will keep you fueled while you take in the festivities! ??\n\nThis festival is not just an event—it’s a celebration of community\, art\, and resilience. It’s a time for us to come together\, support local artists\, and have a blast in the heart of Haywood County. ? \nYour participation is key to helping us fund and grow the Haywood County Arts Council’s programs and continue supporting local talent. We can’t wait to see you there and share this incredible experience together! Let’s make 2025 a year to remember! \nTicket Information:\nEarly Bird Ticket Rates: \nGeneral Ticket (12+ years of age) $55 + NC Sales Tax = $58.85 \nYouth (up to 12 years of age) FREE! \nAfter August 30 tickets increase to $65 NC Sales Tax = $69.55
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/smoky-mountains-bluegrass-festival-2/
LOCATION:Maggie Valley Festival Grounds\, Maggie Valley\, NC\, 3987 Soco Road PO Box 306\, Maggie Valley\, NC\, 28751\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T210000
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Music Trails Concert: Darin & Brooke Aldridge plus Warren Wilson College Bands
DESCRIPTION:Grammy-nominated musicians\, Darin and Brooke Aldridge\, will take the stage on November 8\, 2025\, at White Horse Black Mountain. The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area hosts this Blue Ridge Music Trails concert and is excited to present the duo with two Warren Wilson College bands opening the concert–The Bowbenders (bluegrass) and the Frog Tone Stringband (old-time music). The concert is part of the 1925 Asheville Sessions Celebration led by Explore Asheville\, celebrating the historic recording that put Appalachian music from North Carolina on the map. Learn more about the Asheville Sessions here.  \nAbout Darin & Brooke Alridge: \n“Darin and Brooke Aldridge continue to ascend to new heights in the music industry while keeping their easy-going\, down-to-earth connection with audiences everywhere. Brooke is a four-time winner of the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) award for Female Vocalist of the Year\, while Darin\, once a former member of The Country Gentlemen\,is a former IBMA Mentor of the Year and a truly gifted singer and multi-instrumentalist. They have had numerous nominations over the years from the IBMA\, the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America (SPBGMA)\, the Gospel Music Association (GMA Dove Awards) and the Inspirational Country Music Association. In April 2023\, they were named “Bluegrass Artists of the Year” at the Absolutely Gospel Music Awards. Also in 2023\, the IBMA nominated the smash hit “Jordan\,” featuring Ricky Skaggs\, Mo Pitney and Mark Fain\, in the Gospel Recording of the Year category while the GMA nominated the song for its Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year award.” Read more. \nAbout the Warren Wilson College bands: \nThe Bowbenders (Olde-Time Music) and Frog Tone Stringband (Bluegrass) are bands from Warren Wilson College\, located in nearby Swannanoa\, NC. The college’s music program focuses on traditional music. Students participate in the bluegrass and old-time music bands as part of the studies. This concert will provide an opportunity for students to showcase their own interpretations of songs from the 1925 Asheville Sessions. \nAbout the Blue Ridge Music Trails: \nThe Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina is an initiative led by the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization\, and the North Carolina Arts Council\, a division of the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources. Many\, many partners across Western North Carolina—arts councils\, tourism agencies\, music venues\, event organizers\, musicians\, and dancers—are participating in the effort.  \nOur vision is to create an environment in Western North Carolina where the rich music traditions of the region are sustained and utilized in appropriate ways to improve the lives of residents; where traditional musicians thrive and feel supported in their creative lives; where visitors and residents alike can appreciate and enjoy the richness of the music; and where youth are provided with first-hand traditional music experiences that spark interest in the music of the region. \n  \nTickets:  \nProceeds from the show will directly support the organization’s Blue Ridge Music Trails\, which preserves and promotes the traditional music of Western North Carolina.  \nSuggested donation of $20\, $10 for students. For tickets\, visit WhiteHorseBlackMountain.org or purchase at the door.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/blue-ridge-music-trails-concert-darin-brooke-aldridge-plus-warren-wilson-college-bands/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T140000
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SUMMARY:Asheville Sessions Community Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we conclude the weekend of activities celebrating the Historic 1925 Asheville Recording Sessions with a free community concert featuring local bands performing roots performing music of the styles represented in the 1925 Asheville recordings. \nLocation details to come. \n———————- \nAsheville wrote the first chapter of America’s country music story by producing the earliest commercial recordings of Appalachian music two years before any other city. A century ago\, in the heart of downtown Asheville\, a mobile recording studio was set up at the George Vanderbilt Hotel to capture the voices of a region rarely heard beyond its mountain borders. Known as “The Asheville Sessions\,” the 1925 recordings brought together fiddlers\, banjo players\, guitarists\, ballad singers\, and family groups. The recordings became one of the first commercial projects to preserve the musical traditions of Appalachia and helped lay the foundation for what would become American roots and country music. \nThat legacy didn’t fade. Today\, Asheville produces stars like country giant Luke Combs and guitar legend Warren Haynes\, alongside a burgeoning generation redefining music for the next century. \nExplore Asheville is the presenting sponsor of “The Asheville Sessions: Celebrating 100 years of Americana & Appalachia\,” a November weekend filled with concerts and events linking the groundbreaking work of 1925 to the city’s thriving modern music scene. \nwww.AshevilleSessions.com 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/asheville-sessions-community-concert/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T140000
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SUMMARY:Bolick and Traditions Thanksgiving Wood-Fired Pottery Kiln Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join Bolick Pottery & Traditions for the annual opening of the wood-fired kiln. Pottery will be unloaded promptly at 10 am\, with music and bluegrass music to follow until 2 pm.  \nPottery will include face jugs of wizards and Santas\, pitchers\, snowmen\, nativity sets\, and more. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/bolick-and-traditions-thanksgiving-wood-fired-pottery-kiln-opening/
LOCATION:Bolick Pottery\, 4884 Bolick Road\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Art,Family Fun,Holiday Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
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SUMMARY:The Winter Ramble
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a weekend filled with Appalachian mountain music during The Winter Ramble. This inaugural three-day celebration rambles throughout Hendersonville and Henderson County spotlighting performances of traditional mountain music — the kind born from front porches\, churches and dance halls across the Blue Ridge. Listen to an authentic collection of bluegrass pickers\, old-time string bands\, Americana singer-songwriters and mountain storytellers. Cafes\, breweries\, wineries and small-stage venues will enliven this late-winter weekend with sounds that have echoed throughout the mountains for generations. This isn’t a fenced-in festival. It’s a ramble — choose your own path through a community alive with sound and hospitality. Some events are free. Some are ticketed. Every stop will have its own spirit\, and all will be part of the same shared rhythm.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/the-winter-ramble/
LOCATION:Multiple Venues in and around Hendersonville\, NC\, 201 S. Main St. \, Hendersonville\, NC\, 28792\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T194709Z
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SUMMARY:Appalachian True Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the traditions of Appalachia with a weekend full of culture\, crafts\, and music! Main Street will be closed to traffic\, creating a festival atmosphere featuring: \n\nAward-Winning Appalachian Music Concert: Kick off the weekend with a Friday night concert on Main Street showcasing the region’s finest musicians.\nHands-on demonstrations: basketry\, spinning\, quilt block painting\, blacksmithing\, and more.\nArt vendors and live music throughout the event.\nA True Crime Trail uncovers intriguing stories from local history.\nTours of the historic Shelton House\, complete with unique exhibits and live craft demonstrations.\n\nThe Quilt Trails Bus Tour offers a scenic journey to explore local quilt blocks\, learn regional history\, and enjoy a glass of wine on the ride. Tickets are available at https://haywoodarts.org/haywood-made/ \nPresented by the Downtown Waynesville Commission\, Shelton House\, and Haywood County Arts Council\, this celebration is made possible by the Haywood County TDA and Visit Haywood. Join us for an authentic Appalachian experience filled with heritage\, creativity\, and community spirit!
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/appalachian-true-heritage-festival/
LOCATION:Main Street\, Waynesville\, 16 S Main Street \, Waynesville\, NC\, 28786\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Museum,Family Fun,Education,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
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SUMMARY:Rhiannon Giddens
DESCRIPTION:Rhiannon Giddens imbues her brand of folk music with miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities\, pursuing an authentic understanding of the country’s musical origins through art. \nA two-time Grammy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning singer and instrumentalist\, MacArthur “Genius” grant recipient\, and composer of opera\, ballet\, and film\, Giddens has centered her work around the mission of lifting up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been overlooked or erased. \nAs Pitchfork once said\, “few artists are so fearless and so ravenous in their exploration” — a journey that has led to NPR naming her one of its 25 Most Influential Women Musicians of the 21st Century and to American Songwriter calling her “one of the most important musical minds currently walking the planet.” \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/rhiannon-giddens/
LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
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SUMMARY:Greening Up The Mountains Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Greening Up the Mountains Festival is a heritage arts festival that celebrates the arrival of Spring through both traditional and contemporary forms of Appalachian art\, music\, food\, and beverage which honor our community and local artisans. The festival is sponsored by both the Town of Sylva and the Main Street Sylva Association and will be held in Historic Downtown Sylva\, North Carolina. The Greening Up The Mountains Festival enjoys crowds of upwards of 12\,000 attendees and has 150 vendor booth spaces. In addition to a variety of arts\, crafts\, and food vendors\, attendees can enjoy a 5k run\, beverage arts featuring local craft breweries\, and live music throughout the day. \n​Be sure to visit both Main Street and Bridge Park to enjoy all the festival has to offer. Like us on Facebook to receive festival updates and information.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/greening-up-the-mountains-festival/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Sylva\, Landis Street\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000
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SUMMARY:Smoky Mountain SpringFest
DESCRIPTION: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 fun and free activities for all ages.  This event is hosted in partnership with Graham County Travel and Tourism.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/smoky-mountain-springfest/
LOCATION:Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center\, 121 Schoolhouse Rd \, Robbinsville\, North Carolina\, 28771\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
CREATED:20260331T172201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T172201Z
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SUMMARY:Bob Plott with David Brewin & William Ritter
DESCRIPTION:Bob Plott will visit City Lights on Thursday\, May 14th at 6:00 pm to share his new book\, Southern Appalachian Folkways: Preserving Traditional Arts and Crafts\, with David Brewin and William Ritter. \nPreserving Appalachian Heritage Through Traditional Crafts \nExplore the heart of Southern Appalachia through its master artisans. The Artistic Preservation of Tradition highlights a tight-knit community of craftspeople\, ages 32 to 92\, who keep centuries-old techniques alive. From woodworking and pottery to music and storytelling\, their work honors Appalachian history and culture. Meet legends like Willard Watson and Stanley Hicks\, and discover modern innovators like Cory Plott and William Ritter. Author and artist Bob Plott brings these powerful stories to life in a heartfelt tribute to tradition and creativity. Perfect for readers who love local history\, folk art\, and handmade heritage\, this book is a must-read for anyone drawn to the spirit of the mountains. \nBob Plott is an award-winning author of seven books and has written hundreds of magazine articles for national and regional publications. Plott has been featured on PBS and the History Channel and was the 2016 recipient of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award\, the most prestigious award given to North Carolina residents annually by the governor. Bob won the Mountain Heritage Award\, presented by Western Carolina University\, in 2023. He conducts Appalachian history programs and festivals across th
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/bob-plott-with-david-brewin-william-ritter/
LOCATION:City Lights Bookstore\, 3 E Jackson St Ste 1\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
CREATED:20230322T174519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T232402Z
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SUMMARY:Saluda Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION: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\, sounds\, and energy of this beloved event. From Nostalgia Courtyard to the Bridge\, talented artists from across Western NC and the Upstate of SC will transform our charming downtown into a spectacular outdoor gallery from 10 AM to 4 PM. For two decades\, the Saluda Arts Festival has been a vibrant showcase of creativity\, drawing thousands of visitors to reconnect with their favorite artists and discover new talent. Many returning artists have been part of this tradition for years\, making it the perfect opportunity to celebrate their work while embracing the magic of Saluda’s artistic spirit.
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/saluda-arts-festival/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Art,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
CREATED:20200617T162537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T161835Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Cherokee Fading Voices
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Fading Voices Demonstration Day in Robbinsville\, North Carolina\, celebrates the traditional way of the Cherokee people. \n1897 Little Snowbird Road\, Robbinsville\, NC 28771 \nA Learning Experience for Everyone: \nDemonstrations from Past Events: \n\nBeadwork\nPottery\nQuilting\nWood Carving\nHominy Cooking\nBasket Weaving\nBean Bread Making\nButter Churning\nStory Telling\nFlute Making\nHerbal Medicine\nLid Tossing\nTraditional Dancing\nStick Ball\nFish Game\nCherokee Language\nCorn Pounding\n\nSample Menu from Past Events: \n\nWild Greens\nFry Bread\nIndian Taco\nHominy\nFatback\nFried Chicken\nSassafrass Tea\n\n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/annual-cherokee-voices-festival/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:1897 Little Snowbird Road\, 1897 Little Snowbird Road\, Robbinsville\, North Carolina\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Cherokee Heritage,Festivals,Family Fun,Food & Beverage,Arts & Crafts,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260403T174630
CREATED:20240429T194642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T175351Z
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SUMMARY:Trails and Trains Festival in Old Fort
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar and help us celebrate the Great Trails State by joining us in downtown Old Fort\, North Carolina. Come celebrate with us the rich history of our Blue Ridge Mountain community by focusing on its pathways and connections through the town’s notable railroad and Pisgah National Forest history. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/trails-and-trains-festival-in-old-fort/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Downtown Old Fort\, 38 S Catawba Ave.\, Old Fort\, NC\, 28762\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Festivals,Natural Heritage,Outdoors Activity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
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SUMMARY:Singing on Grandfather
DESCRIPTION:Singing on the Mountain is an annual Gospel & Worship festival held on the 4th Sunday of June. Join us for a century-long annual gathering tradition cultivating fellowship through gospel music in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. \nJoseph Hartley began Singing on the Mountain in 1924 as a church picnic\, and for nearly a century\, the all-day\, free festival of gospel singing and fellowship was held on the fourth Sunday of June on Grandfather Mountain. In the spirit of faith and community\, all have been welcomed to enjoy picnics and gospel music performances highlighted with a message of love and hope. Established as a collaboration between The Hartley\, MacRae\, and Morton families\, “Singing” blossomed and flourished in MacRae Meadows for decades.  \nLearn more about this free event at https://www.singingongrandfather.com/
URL:https://www.blueridgeheritage.com/event/singing-on-grandfather/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Outdoors Activity
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