Outdoors Activity
Dupont Forest Festival
On National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 23, Friends of DuPont Forest will host the 6th annual DuPont Forest Festival, an event celebrating the adventure and beauty of DuPont State […]
Plott-Tober Fest
Sorrells Park 8 Sorrells Street, Canton, NC, United StatesStrains of German oom-pah music and the tempting aroma of schnitzel and bratwurst are coming to Canton’s Sorrells Park for PLOTT-TOBER FEST, October 5-8. Sponsored by the Haywood County Historical […]
Farm Fun Day
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road , Hendersonville, United StatesCome out to Historic Johnson Farm for an afternoon of fun! Admission is $20 per family and includes: Crafts for kids, Scavenger hunt, Wagon rides, Popcorn and drinks, Historic farm […]
Sunrise at the Swinging Bridge at Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesGrandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, is hosting a special experience for guests to ring in 2024 from a mile high. On Monday, Jan. […]
Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend
The popular weekend involves tastings, vineyard tours, wine releases, food events, live music and other activities at 11 tasting rooms in the Blue Ridge Mountains. New this year are scenic […]
Pioneer Day
Mountain Gateway Museum 24 Water Street, Old Fort, NC, United StatesFeaturing Southern Appalachian crafters, live music, food trucks, inflatables, antique tools and equipment, special exhibits, and much more. Craft demonstrations will include blacksmithing, woodworking, quilting, crocheting, pottery, basket making, chair […]
Friday Night Live – Outdoor Concert Series: Silly Ridge
Town Square 343 Main Street, Highlands, NC, United StatesPopular Highlands-based bluegrass band Silly Ridge incorporates an eclectic blend of Americana and folk into their music.
Yadkin Valley Wine Festival
Elkin Municipal Park 334 Elk Spur Street, Elkin, NC, United StatesThe Yadkin Valley Wine Festival celebrates North Carolina’s premier wine region each spring with a day of wine, food, music and art. This year’s festival is set for Saturday, May […]
Halfway to Heaven – Singing on Grandfather
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United States
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games & Gathering of Scottish Clans
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesThe Grandfather Mountain Highland Games & Gathering of Scottish Clans are entering their 68th year. This annual event celebrates the Scottish Clans' heritage in the region. Come out for traditional […]
Art on the Greene
Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Circle SE, Banner Elk, NC, United StatesArt on the Greene transforms the grounds of the Historic Banner Elk School into an art gallery multiple times each summer. These popular shows generally take place Memorial Day weekend, […]
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 […]
