Outdoors Activity
16th Annual Flock to the Rock
Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United StatesBreak out the binoculars! Our annual feathered frenzy returns. Join us for a day in the park celebrating fall bird and butterfly migration with bird and pollinator family activities, live on-the-glove raptor demonstrations, beginner bird walks, the hawk watch, and more! This is our biggest birding event of the year and whether you’re a lifelong […]
Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival
Historic Downtown Elkin Elkin, NC, United StatesMore than 200 vendors fill downtown Elkin with arts, crafts, food and activities for the 27th annual Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival, Sept. 28. The main event is the Great Pumpkin Weigh Off where pumpkins of all shapes, colors and sizes hit the scales to determine which one weighs the most. The Great Pumpkin Commonwealth sanctions the […]
DuPont Forest Festival
DuPont State Recreational Forest, Aleen Steinberg Visitor Center 89 Buck Forest Road, Cedar Mountain, NC, United StatesOn National Public Lands Day, Saturday September 28, 2023, Friends of DuPont Forest will host the annual Dupont Forest Festival, an event celebrating the adventure and beauty of DuPont State Recreational Forest. The DuPont Forest Festival is a free, family friendly event open to the public. It is a celebration of the Forest and the diverse user […]
2024 Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Festival
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, Maggie Valley, NC 3987 Soco Road PO Box 306, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesThe Haywood County Arts Council (HCAC) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 2024 Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Festival, which takes place October 12, 2024 at the Maggie Valley Fairgrounds. This year's event promises to be a captivating showcase of exceptional musical talent. Kicking off the show is the sensational Brew Davis, a […]
Appalachia Day – A Celebration of All Things Appalachian!
Hickory Nut Gap Farm 57 Sugar Hollow Road, Fairview, NC, United StatesCelebrate 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, […]
2024 Mush, Music & Mutts Festival – NC’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival
Uptown Shelby 118 S. Washington Street, Shelby, NC, United StatesMark your calendars for the 2024 Mush, Music & Mutts Festival - North Carolina’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival on Saturday, October 19th from 9 AM to 4 PM in beautiful Uptown Shelby! Recognized in regional and national media including Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre Foods, this festival celebrates the unique regional delicacy and local food staple […]
Volunteer Fair with FIND Outdoors
FIND Outdoors 49 Pisgah Highway, Suite 3, Pisgah Forest, NC, United StatesDiscover volunteer opportunities with outdoor-focused nonprofits that are dedicated to preserving and enhancing our public lands. Whether you’re passionate about conservation, education or trail maintenance there is a cause waiting for you to get involved. This is more than just an informational gathering; it’s a chance to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. To make […]
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Nantahala Outdoor Center 13077 US-19, Bryson City, NC, United StatesFor over 30 years, the NOC Guest Appreciation Festival has brought our community together, and in light of recent events, we all need something to look forward to. Our local artisan and gear vendors, musicians, entertainers, and small-town businesses need your support more than ever. This year’s event features: NOC Used Boats and Gear […]
Highlands Historical Society – A Walk in the Park
Two different experiences are available. Session One: For the adventurous, a performance in Memorial Cemetery requires a walk by participants. Take a Walk in the Park and meet some of Highlands most important historical figures! Tickets are available from 2:00 until 3:40. All parking will be at the Community Building or Ball Park. All ticket […]
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Nantahala Outdoor Center 13077 US-19, Bryson City, NC, United StatesFor over 30 years, the NOC Guest Appreciation Festival has brought our community together, and in light of recent events, we all need something to look forward to. Our local artisan and gear vendors, musicians, entertainers, and small-town businesses need your support more than ever. This year’s event features: NOC Used Boats and Gear […]
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Nantahala Outdoor Center 13077 US-19, Bryson City, NC, United StatesFor over 30 years, the NOC Guest Appreciation Festival has brought our community together, and in light of recent events, we all need something to look forward to. Our local artisan and gear vendors, musicians, entertainers, and small-town businesses need your support more than ever. This year’s event features: NOC Used Boats and Gear […]
SAHC Hike Series: Bailey Mountain Preserve
Baily Mountain Preserve 885 Forest St., Mars Hill, NC, United StatesExplore the stunning Bailey Mountain Preserve with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) on a guided hike through this beautiful 250-acre protected area. Bailey Mountain, the highest peak visible from Mars Hill, is a significant landmark both historically and culturally, especially for Mars Hill University. The Preserve is open to the public and offers […]
