Outdoors Activity
Native Azalea Day
North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, United StatesVisit the gardens this spring for Native Azalea Day, an invitation to celebrate and experience azaleas through the eyes of plant enthusiasts, botanists, and artists. In partnership with the Mountain Science […]
Greening Up The Mountains Festival
Historic Downtown Sylva Landis Street, Sylva, NC, United StatesThe Greening Up the Mountains Festival, now in its 27th year, is a heritage arts festival that celebrates the arrival of Spring through both traditional and contemporary forms of Appalachian […]
Mountain Science Expo
North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us for a free STEM-oriented science festival where you can interact with scientists, explore nature, and grow your curiosity! The Mountain Science Expo is a part of the larger […]
May Day Parade and Maypole Dance
John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United StatesCelebrate May Day with us! Our annual May Day Parade & Maypole Dance takes place Saturday, April 26th. This event is free and open to all, with the procession beginning […]
Get in Gear Festival
Asheville Adventure Center 85 Expo Dr, Asheville, NC, United StatesConnect with local companies, products, and experiences. Demo the latest gear + exclusive sales, discounts, and giveaways Enjoy local food and beverages Activities for the whole family Enjoy activities for […]
NC Bioblitz & City Nature Challenge
North Carolina NC, United StatesThe 2025 NC Bioblitz is part of the international City Nature Challenge event and will occur Friday, April 25, through Monday, April 28. You can participate anywhere in North Carolina! […]
NC Bioblitz & City Nature Challenge
North Carolina NC, United StatesThe 2025 NC Bioblitz is part of the international City Nature Challenge event and will occur Friday, April 25, through Monday, April 28. You can participate anywhere in North Carolina! […]
PlottFest
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, Maggie Valley, NC 3987 Soco Road PO Box 306, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesPlottFest is a celebration of North Carolina's state dog - the Plott Hound - and Appalachian mountain heritage and culture. The festival features Plott dog competitions, a UKC bench show, […]
Experiencing Nature
Highlands Biological Station 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, Highlands, North Carolina, United StatesJoin Maddie Wikstrom, Education Specialist, for a Nature Walk that offers three different approaches for ways to experience and connect with Nature. Attendees will experience what can be revealed to […]
Swain County Heritage Festival
Riverfront Park 101 Mitchell Street, Bryson City, NC, United StatesCome and celebrate Appalachian Mountain Heritage in the Great Smoky Mountains small town of Bryson City! Friday evening is Southern Gospel Music night, and everyone can join in a sing-along […]
Beech Mountain Naturalist Rally
Beech Mountain Parks & Recreation 1330 Pine Ridge Road, Beech Mountain, NC, United StatesJoin the call to the wild to Beech Mountain on May 31st & explore the wonders of the mountain. This event features expert talks, guided hikes, and hands-on activities designed […]
BARTRAM 250 Events
2025 marks the 250th anniversary of artist and botanist William Bartram’s journey through northeast Georgia and western North Carolina in May-June of 1775. Join us June 5th, 6th, and 7th, […]
