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National Get Outdoors Day at Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United States

This national holiday celebrates our favorite thing to do… get outdoors! Look for our discovery stations as you hike and learn some cool trail information and history from our naturalists. Plus, look for our friends from Fox Mountain Guides leading rock climbing demonstrations.

Bluff Mountain Festival

Hot Springs Resort & Spa 315 Bridge Street, Hot Springs, NC, United States

Foot-tapping bluegrass and old-time music, a silent auction of beautiful regional items, an artists’ market, good food, a beautiful setting, and much more make the Madison County Arts Council’s Bluff Mountain Festival a special community event. This year’s annual festival will be held June 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. through 6 p.m. on the grounds […]

Free

Summer Concert Series: Mountain Heart

Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center 51 Cowee School Drive, Franklin, NC, United States

Mountain Heart is the band that has been fearlessly revolutionizing the way acoustic music can be presented and played. The band's name has been synonymous with cutting-edge excellence in acoustic music circles since the group's creation. Widely known throughout the music industry for continually redefining the boundaries of acoustic music, the band has gained legions […]

Nature’s Wisdom World Premier

North River Farms 3333 N. Mills River Road, Mills River, NC, United States

Although there's still a ways to go before the film is completed, its not too late to start planning for the time when the film is ready for prime time. We've set some initial dates for its release in late June and early July. Please mark these down on your calendar: Everyone loved the drive-in […]

Naturalist Niche: Summer Birding at Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United States

There’s nothing like an early summer hike before the Park gates open. Join a local birding expert and spot some of our resident species as they enjoy the morning quiet. This hike is perfect whether you’re a lifelong birder or just getting started with America’s fastest-growing hobby. Cost: Includes Park admission: $25 Adult, $8 Adult […]

Welcome Summer Social at BE Artists Gallery

BE Artists Gallery The Historic Banner Elk School, 185 Azalea Circle, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Join us for a “Welcome Summer” Social on Saturday, June 24, between 1 and 4 p.m.!  A number of our member and consignment artists will be on-hand to discuss their art — refreshments will be provided. See our latest artwork and meet some of our artists—over 30 local artists are represented! 

Fine Tuned Concert: Bayla Davis with Cary Fridley, Donna Ray Norton with Josh Goforth, and The Allen Boys with DaShawn Hickman and Kelley Breiding

Ebbs Chapel Performing Arts Center 271 Laurel Valley Road, Mars Hill, NC, United States

Bayla Davis and Cary Fridley Donna Ray Norton Josh Goforth The Allen Boys Kelley Breiding Be one of the first to hear and experience the next wave of emerging artists in Western North Carolina. This summer, the Blue Ridge Music Trails’ trailblazing musical project, Fine Tuned, supports the next generation as they take to the […]

Nature’s Wisdom World Premier

The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Although there's still a ways to go before the film is completed, its not too late to start planning for the time when the film is ready for prime time. We've set some initial dates for its release in late June and early July. Please mark these down on your calendar: Everyone loved the drive-in […]

Nature’s Wisdom World Premier

Trinity Presbyterian Church 900 Blythe Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Join us for a special evening at a beautiful venue, music, film screenings and snacks available. More details and tickets available soon!

Grandfather Mountain Highland Games

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United States

The long and storied tradition that is the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games returns to MacRae Meadows on Thursday, July 6, continuing through Sunday, July 9. This marks the 67th year for the beloved and historic celebration of Scottish ancestry and heritage, with the popular festival once again bringing a “wee bit o’ Scotland” to the […]

2nd Fridays Westside Mixers

Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United States

Pull up your lawn chairs for our 2nd Fridays Westside Mixer series! We're back for our second year with some great entertainment: craft demonstrations from our Wood Studio, live music from Tryon's own Trophy Husbands, kids' crafts, games, and food trucks (Lobster Dog and Frozen Frog). You won't want to miss this free-to-attend event!

Whimsical Woods Family Adventure

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Spend an enchanted evening at Chimney Rock. Experience the Park after the gates have closed as our friends from Street Creature Puppets lead a workshop on building lanterns from recycled materials. Enjoy a catered cookout from the Old Rock Cafe, then use the lantern you created to join in as they bring the evening forest […]

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