Summer Lake Workshop with Jaana Mattson
Mars Landing Galleries 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC, United StatesIn this single session we will work on a needle-felted summer landscape, with dappled sun glinting across a blue lake and a few cattails on the shoreline. With all the […]
Sakonige Festival
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC, United StatesAbout the Event: Named after the Cherokee word “Sakonige” (pronounced Sha-co-na-gay), meaning “blue,” this festival honors the rich cultural roots of the region known as the Land of the Blue […]
Shindig on the Green
Pack Square Park 121 College Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesBring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and join us for good times at the Bascom Lamar Lunsford Stage. In 2025, Shindig on the Green, which features a […]
Fall Forest: Needle Felting Workshop with Jaana Mattson
Mars Landing Galleries 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC, United StatesIn this single session we will work on a needle-felted forest, building the rich greens of deep woods to offset bright autumn color and distinctive birch trees in the foreground. […]
Luthier Exhibit
Ashe Arts Center 303 School Avenue, West Jefferson, NC, United StatesThis exhibit celebrates luthiery, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Mars Landing Galleries 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC, United StatesThe Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, […]
Mountain Dance and Folk Festival
Asheville High School 419 McDowell St, Asheville, NC, United StatesAre you ready to be part of the 98th Mountain Dance and Folk Festival®? On July 31, August 1, and 2, 2025, a different show will be presented live on stage […]
NC Mineral & Gem Festival
Three Peaks Enrichment Center 97 Pinebridge Avenue, Spruce Pine, NC, United StatesThe NC Mineral and Gem Festival is a vibrant celebration of nature’s treasures, attracting gem enthusiasts and families alike. Experience a variety of activities including mine tours, and a […]
Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition at Mars Landing Gallery
Mars Landing Galleries 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC, United StatesThe Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational at Mars Landing Galleries in Mars Hill, NC, from July 2 through September 28, […]
Saluda Grade Trail Celebration
Tryon Depot 22 Depot St, Tryon, NC, United StatesJoin us for a festive event overlooking the rail line near the NC/SC border. Learn about the story of the trail so far and the vision looking forward. Enjoy live […]
Hidden Rivers of Southern Appalachia Film Screening
Guidon Brewing Company 415 8th Avenue East, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesJoin the Pisgah River Rangers and our program partners for a screening of Hidden Rivers of Southern Appalachia by Freshwaters Illustrated. Hidden Rivers of Southern Appalachia is a one-hour film that explores the rivers […]
The Way We See the World: Annual Indigenous Pop Culture Celebration
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr, Cherokee, NC, United StatesSince 2022, MotCP’s annual The Way We event highlights Native pop culture and showcases timely perspectives for Cherokee people, primarily by Cherokee people. These community-centered events put Native self-representation in […]
