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The Southern Highland Craft Guild Offers Daily Craft Demonstrations at the Folk Art Center
The Southern Highland Craft Guild invites visitors to experience daily craft demonstrations at the Folk Art Center from March through December. Every day from 10am-4pm, two artists of differing media will explain and demonstrate their craft with informative materials displayed at their booth. These free educational events are open to the public. Visitors will have […]
sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
The Museum of the Cherokee People is pleased to announce the opening of sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, an exhibition that illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ continuing legacy of resilience. Featuring objects sourced from the Museum of the Cherokee People’s […]
Farm Tours at Rare Bird Farm
Every Friday at 3pm April - October we host farm tours for pre-paid registrants. Someone will show you around the farm, introduce you to the animals, give you a history and update on the farm, it’s buildings and structures, what we’re growing and what grows here naturally. We orient you with a map, have fresh […]
Murphy First Friday Art Walk
Murphy First Friday Art Walk, every month May through December, downtown Murphy, NC, 5-8pm. Arts and crafts vendors along the sidewalks, live music on the Square and in many shops and restaurants, crafts for kids, and tons of fun for the whole family! Rain or shine, free to attend and free for vendors. See our […]
Shadows of Incarceration: The Cowee 19 Story
The Cowee 19 were nineteen men who drowned near Dillsboro NC in 1882. They were building the Cowee train tunnel on the Murphy Branch of the Western North Carolina Railroad. The state considered their death an accident, but their placement in the convict lease system was intentional. Shadows of Incarceration: The Cowee 19 Story is an […]
Drafting Foundation Patterns
This class will provide an opportunity for students to create foundation blocks/slopers for a front and back bodice with darts, a basic sleeve, and a skirt. The blocks will serve as a foundation for creating new garments. Students will also learn basic patternmaking techniques, such as dart manipulation, drafting princess lines and learn how to […]
Simple Garment Construction
Join this immersive 12-week sewing course in which you will master essential techniques and construction methods for creating clothing. Students will master sewing machine operation, explore textiles and notions, gain an understanding of sewing patterns, and learn the ins and outs of how a garment is made. Throughout the class we will create a comprehensive […]
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Cherokee Indian Fair
Experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Cherokee people at the Cherokee Indian Fair. Held annually in Cherokee, NC, this lively event features a variety of activities and attractions, including traditional dance performances, arts and crafts displays, cultural demonstrations, and authentic Cherokee cuisine.
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Glaze Days II with Mayco Colors
Glaze Days II with Mayco Colors
Tryon Arts & Crafts School with Mayco Colors Presents GLAZE DAZE, a 1-Day seminar including 3 demonstrations and student exercises in the application of Mayco glaze products. TACS Invites potters and ceramic artists to the third “Glaze Daze”, an all-inclusive day of learning and fun with Mayco Colors. Crista Toler, Mayco representative, will lead three (3) unique glazing […]
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Boone Fall Fest
Buskers Fest will remain a vibrant, open-air street festival, organized in partnership with the Downtown Boone Development Association and the Town of Boone Cultural Resources Department. Buskers, a unique and vibrant event, will take place on the First Friday of October from 5pm to 9pm. As you stroll through the streets of Downtown Boone, you'll […]
Westside Mixers – Metals
Westside Mixers – Metals
This outdoor event will be held on TACS' west side of campus, and is open to the public Live music will be provided by Zoe & Cloyd, craft demonstrations by various artists representing Jewelry, Welding, and Forge studios, German-style food by John Wilson of Rural Seed will be cooked on the TACS Grill and available for purchase, Ruby's Bar provided […]
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Willow Basket Weaving
*YOU CAN CAMP AT RARE BIRD FOR THE ENTIRE WEEKEND AND GET A FREE INTIMATE CONCERT WITH ANYA HINKLE ON SATURDAY EVENING. Weaving willow baskets is a practice in revitalizing the quality and integrity of our cultural functions. This weaving tradition is one of the oldest and historically important materials to all of Europe. Willow […]
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
The Annual Fall Festival was established in 1974 and is held each year on the first full weekend in October, with this year falling on October 5th & 6th, 2024. There are three outdoor areas for vendors, including juried and non-juried areas, that wind along parts of our beautiful 270-acre campus. In 2023, over 200 […]
Bluegrass River Jam
Stop by the farm for a day filled with live Bluegrass music, craft vendors, food trucks, hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and more. Check the website for hours.
Colorfest
Colorfest
Colorfest Arts & Craft Festival in Dillsboro, NC, is a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and culture nestled in the picturesque landscapes of North Carolina. This annual event showcases a kaleidoscope of artistic expressions, offering visitors a sensory feast of colors, textures, and craftsmanship. Immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with local artisans, craftsmen, […]
Hot Springs Art Trail
Hot Springs Art Trail
We invite you to join us for the annual Hot Springs Art Trail. Visitors and residents are invited to walk the self-guided “trail,” see artworks, and meet artists. Most art will be offered for sale. The “trailhead” is Gallery339, Hot Springs first dedicated fine art gallery. Enjoy the self-guided ‘trail’ through downtown Hot Springs, exploring art […]
Jeff Little Trio
Jeff Little Trio
Jeff Little is an award-winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With few exceptions, the piano does not play a prominent part in Appalachian or Americana music, and is rarely the lead instrument. But Jeff Little is an exception – and a remarkable one. Jeff has not only been recognized as a […]
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Fall Pottery Show at The Bascomb
The Fall installment of our 13th annual pottery show will be held on Friday, October 11th and Saturday, October 12th from 10am - 4pm. Enjoy beautiful handmade pottery while supporting local artists in our community!
Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
This annual fall festival celebrates the leaves beginning to change in the beautiful mountain village of Cashiers. This popular and free event welcomes 90 artisans to The Village Green park. Visitors will find unique, handcrafted wood, pottery, jewelry, fiber, and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food truck vendors and live […]
Reevestock Music Festival
Reevestock Music Festival
The free Downtown Get-Down Block Party with DJ Charlie Brown Superstar starts at 5:30pm in front of the Reeves Theater. Doors open at 7pm for the Reeves Theater kick-off show with Amythyst Kiah and singer-songwriter Maia Kamil. Show starts at 8pm. Amythyst Kiah Maia Kamil Charlie Brown Superstar Saturday 10/12/24 - Elkin's Hidden Amphitheater Brent […]
Open Mic Night @ Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center
Open Mic Night @ Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center
Open Mic Night held every 2nd Friday of each month, 6-8 pm.
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Into the Wild: Tina Curry Solo Exhibition
Gallery welcomes you to embark on a captivating journey “Into the Wild.” You’ll get to experience a spectacular showcase of animal sculptures by Tina Curry, an accomplished ceramic and bronze sculptor based in Knoxville, Tennessee. This solo exhibition kicks off with an opening reception on Saturday, October 12, from 2-5 p.m., where guests will have the […]
Church Street Art & Craft Show
This event began on Church Street but has since grown to fill Main Street and become one of the finest juried art shows in the region. You will discover a variety of arts & crafts including pottery, jewelry, woodworking, watercolors, photography, fiber art, candles, quilts, and more. Numerous artists demonstrate their work throughout the day. […]
Tiny Dock – Music for the Mountains Benefit – **GREENVILLE, SC**
TINY DOCK is back this weekend for a Massive Charity Jam featuring a bunch of our favorite local artists!!! Two days of music, food, silent auctions, live painting, and more. 100% of the proceeds goes to Beloved Asheville and Musicians Relief fund. Saturday: Tiny Dock 2 - 6pm with music by Hurt & Skip, Vilai […]
2024 Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Festival
The Haywood County Arts Council (HCAC) is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 2024 Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Festival, which takes place October 12, 2024 at the Maggie Valley Fairgrounds. This year's event promises to be a captivating showcase of exceptional musical talent. Kicking off the show is the sensational Brew Davis, a […]
Fall Pottery Show at The Bascomb
The Fall installment of our 13th annual pottery show will be held on Friday, October 11th and Saturday, October 12th from 10am - 4pm. Enjoy beautiful handmade pottery while supporting local artists in our community!
Appalachia Day – A Celebration of All Things Appalachian!
Appalachia Day – A Celebration of All Things Appalachian!
Celebrate the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s 50th year conserving land and water in the Appalachian Mountains. Appalachia Day is a full-day event with three parts: a morning guided hike on the Strawberry Gap Trail to Blue Ridge Pastures (register in advance) a free family-friendly festival and local market at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview, […]
Mountain Glory Festival
Mountain Glory Festival
This annual small-town celebration on Main Street in Marion, North Carolina, will feature 150 crafts and food vendors. There will be live music with two stages for music and dance, children's events, and local entertainment. Enjoy the local breweries, taprooms, and meadery. For information - www.mtngloryfestival.com
Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
This annual fall festival celebrates the leaves beginning to change in the beautiful mountain village of Cashiers. This popular and free event welcomes 90 artisans to The Village Green park. Visitors will find unique, handcrafted wood, pottery, jewelry, fiber, and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food truck vendors and live […]
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Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival
This annual fall festival celebrates the leaves beginning to change in the beautiful mountain village of Cashiers. This popular and free event welcomes 90 artisans to The Village Green park. Visitors will find unique, handcrafted wood, pottery, jewelry, fiber, and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food truck vendors and live […]
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77th Fall Edition Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
For four days in October, Harrah’s Cherokee Center-Asheville comes to life with functional and decorative crafts made in the Southern Highland region. Over one hundred artists, makers, and craftspeople will fill the two-level building to sell their works of pottery, sculpture, furniture, tapestry, apparel, mixed media, jewelry, and more. Unlike other fairs, the Craft Fair […]
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Stecoah’s Annual Harvest Festival & Concert
A 2-day festival celebrating all things Fall with music, food, art & crafts vendors, country fair, quilt show, artisan demonstrations, and more. FRIDAY NIGHT: Join us around the campfire with a FREE marshmallow roast while we welcome a special guest, Keawe Bone, who will kick off our festival weekend with stories of the Cherokee. Storytelling […]
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GREAT TRAILS STATE DAY is a special day just for North Carolina to celebrate our diverse networks of all types of trails – walking, cycling, running, paddling, climbing and equestrian. This year, Great Trails State Day will occur on Saturday, October 19. Look for events across the state or find a trail on your own. […]
Maggie Valley Arts & Crafts Festival
Maggie Valley Arts & Crafts Festival
Maggie Valley’s largest gathering of artisans and crafters come together to sell their handmade treasures. Artisans from all over the Southeast will be in attendance. You can also enjoy lots of festival food. Seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, wooden bowls, furniture, jewelry, goat milk soaps and more will be featured at the event. […]
2024 Mush, Music & Mutts Festival – NC’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival
2024 Mush, Music & Mutts Festival – NC’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival
Mark your calendars for the 2024 Mush, Music & Mutts Festival - North Carolina’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival on Saturday, October 19th from 9 AM to 4 PM in beautiful Uptown Shelby! Recognized in regional and national media including Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre Foods, this festival celebrates the unique regional delicacy and local food staple […]
2024 Apple Harvest Festival
2024 Apple Harvest Festival
Named one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation”, this annual street festival in charming downtown Waynesville is a delicious way to enjoy the tastes of the fall season. This premier arts and crafts event celebrates apples and the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains. Stroll the historic Main Street filled with […]
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Maggie Valley Arts & Crafts Festival
Maggie Valley Arts & Crafts Festival
Maggie Valley’s largest gathering of artisans and crafters come together to sell their handmade treasures. Artisans from all over the Southeast will be in attendance. You can also enjoy lots of festival food. Seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, wooden bowls, furniture, jewelry, goat milk soaps and more will be featured at the event. […]
Fiber Sunday
Fiber Sunday
Join us on Sunday, October 20th, 1-4 pm. We will be participating in an online Zoom "Sit-In" with Local Cloth of Asheville. Bring any fiber project you are working on! We will meet in the Cowee Textiles studio. Please email Teresa at tbouchonnet13@gmail.com with any questions.
Alleghany JAM Coffeehouse
Alleghany JAM Coffeehouse
Alleghany JAM's Fall Coffeehouse All are welcome; free event. All donations will benefit the Alleghany County Rescue Squad.
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Artist talk with Christine Kosiba
Artist talk with Christine Kosiba
Please join us for an artist talk with ceramics artist Christine Kosiba. Register Save to Details
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Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
For over 30 years, the NOC Guest Appreciation Festival has brought our community together, and in light of recent events, we all need something to look forward to. Our local artisan and gear vendors, musicians, entertainers, and small-town businesses need your support more than ever. This year’s event features: NOC Used Boats and Gear […]
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Beaverdam Studio Tour
Twenty-seven artists and craftspeople—19 who live in Beaverdam Valley plus 8 invited guest artists—are excited to welcome visitors to view their handmade artwork. They create work in ceramics, painting, jewelry, sculpture, book art, textiles, photography, glass, wood, and more. This year we have multiple artists in several locations—all 27 artists can be found in only […]
Plow Days Festival
Darnell Farms hosts a two-day festival. Check out vendors, crafts, hayrides, live music, demonstrations, food, and more! Check the website for hours.
Highlands Historical Society – A Walk in the Park
Two different experiences are available. Session One: For the adventurous, a performance in Memorial Cemetery requires a walk by participants. Take a Walk in the Park and meet some of Highlands most important historical figures! Tickets are available from 2:00 until 3:40. All parking will be at the Community Building or Ball Park. All ticket […]
Art On The Island 2024
Art On The Island 2024
Join the Madison County Arts Council as they host Art on the Island. On Blannahasset Island in the heart of Marshall, this annual event features dozens of artists and demonstrators. Stay posted on who will be there by following along at madisoncountyarts.com.
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
For over 30 years, the NOC Guest Appreciation Festival has brought our community together, and in light of recent events, we all need something to look forward to. Our local artisan and gear vendors, musicians, entertainers, and small-town businesses need your support more than ever. This year’s event features: NOC Used Boats and Gear […]
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Plow Days Festival
Darnell Farms hosts a two-day festival. Check out vendors, crafts, hayrides, live music, demonstrations, food, and more! Check the website for hours.
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Guest Appreciation Festival at Nantahala Outdoor Center
For over 30 years, the NOC Guest Appreciation Festival has brought our community together, and in light of recent events, we all need something to look forward to. Our local artisan and gear vendors, musicians, entertainers, and small-town businesses need your support more than ever. This year’s event features: NOC Used Boats and Gear […]
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WNC Pottery Festival
WNC Pottery Festival
The festival is hosted at the Sylva Bridge Park and will go on rain or shine. No dogs are allowed inside the festival. This juried event showcases more than 40 master potters, with many demonstrations in a variety of techniques. Come see why it's become a top arts event in the mountains, attended annually by […]
Woven Cobweb Broom & Turkey Wing Whisk
Woven Cobweb Broom & Turkey Wing Whisk
In this beginner-level class, students will have an opportunity to craft a woven cobweb broom and a turkey wing whisk broom with a woven handle. Visit Olive's Porch for more details.
Dia de Muertos Festival
Dia de Muertos Festival
Join the McDowell Arts Council Association for the annual Dia De Muertos (Day of the Dead) on November 6 from 1-7 pm in on Main Street in Downtown Marion. Celebrate this traditional Mexican holiday. Honor those loved and lost with this bright and glowing festival! 1-7 pm Food, art, and cultural events! 2-6 pm Performances […]