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Blue Ridge Roots Revival Series: Clarke Williams & Travis Stuart
Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center Milepost 384 on Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Blue Ridge Roots Revival Series was born out of a need to create opportunities for musicians and music venues. Since Hurricane Helene’s destruction in September 2024, many communities are still working to rebuild physically, economically, and emotionally. The region is widely known for its tourism economy, and visitation is still down. The Blue Ridge National Heritage […]
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Firefly Frolic
Pinnacle Park Trailhead 2110 Fisher Creek Road, Sylva, NC, United StatesPinnacle Park has a vibrant night life scene: lightning bugs and foxfire worms! Join us for this evening hike on the lower Forest Therapy trail loop to view and learn about these beautiful bugs. We will discuss how to identify different species, the firefly life cycle, the magic behind their glow, and how to attract […]
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Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive-About Tour
The annual Stecoah Arts & Crafts Drive About Tour is 2-day road trip adventure you want to take. You have from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27 & 28 to discover local, hand-made crafts featuring 10 locations in Swain & Graham counties. With their studios open to the public, the self-guided driving tour highlights […]
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Folded Bark Baskets Workshop
Folkmoot Friendship Center 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC, United StatesCraft tradition. Connect with nature. Create something beautiful. Join instructor Andrew Lee for a full-day immersive experience where you'll learn to transform raw bark into a functional, hand-crafted basket — inspired by timeless Appalachian techniques. Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Folkmoot Room A-11 112 Virginia Ave., Building […]
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4th of July Powwow
+1 moreExperience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]
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Shindig on Main July 4th Celebration
Downtown Brevard Brevard, NC, United StatesCelebrate Independence Day in downtown Brevard with Shindig on Main, a vibrant, family-friendly event on July 4, 2025 beginning at noon. This year’s festivities will feature the Transylvania Cruisers Classic Auto Show and plenty of family fun. Enjoy a patriotic flag-raising ceremony, a reading of the Declaration of Independence by local elected officials, food trucks, live music, and entertainment throughout the day. As night falls, […]
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Highlands’ Friday Night Live
Town Square Highlands Downtown Highlands, Highlands, NC, United StatesFrom now until September, the vibrant tunes of live music fill the air in downtown Highlands every Friday and Saturday night. Shows on both nights are free and take place from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday Night Live showcases traditional mountain music and exceptional local talent on Main Street’s Town Square. The Friday night concerts […]
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Craft Social
John C. Campbell - Keith House 1 State Road 1565, Brasstown, NC, United StatesJoin us in the Keith House Community Room for a Craft Social from 7–9 p.m. All are welcome! Bring a project to work on at the Craft Corner, an instrument for the jam circle, or simply stop by to see instructor work, watch demos, and learn about what happened in the studios this week. Instructors, […]
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4th of July Powwow
+1 moreExperience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]
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July 4th Weekend Continental Encampment & Festival
Hickory Ridge History Museum 591 Horn in the West Dr., Boone, NC, United StatesStep into the past this Independence Day weekend at Hickory Ridge History Museum, where history comes to life with a Continental Encampment, living history demonstrations, and patriotic traditions honoring America’s founding. Featured Events: ? Continental Encampment – Meet colonial militia reenactors, explore their camp, and learn about life as a patriot soldier ? Reading of […]
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Coon Dog Day Festival
Mark your calendar for the third Saturday of May and the 20th Annual Saluda Arts Festival. One of the great spring traditions in Saluda, this year's one-day event will feature 100 artists across a range of media as well as live music and entertainment and the return of the popular Children's Tent. The festival runs […]
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30th Annual John C Campbell Folk School Singing
John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United StatesBeginning at 9:00 AM, there will be an introduction to singing Sacred Harp and Christian Harmony music for beginners. Some loaner books are available. Singing: 10:00 AM. - 3:00 PM, July 12th, 2025 Dinner on the grounds at Noon After party dance at 7pm and camping options by inquiry to music@folkschool.org Come sing, learn the shapes, contemplate the poetry, and relish the […]
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