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See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration. Participants can observe the migration from viewing locations on Linville Peak (across the Mile High Swinging Bridge) and Half Moon Overlook (the first major overlook when entering the park). Included with admission.
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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5 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
The Saluda Tailgate Market from Polk County Farms is happening every Friday from May through October! Visit every week at 214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC, from 4pm-6pm. What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & […]
Free
Local artists and performers are invited to showcase, sell their work, or perform at locations along King Street during First Friday evenings. Scroll down to explore a selection of regularly participating artists and their work. You might even spot a few at the next Art Crawl you attend! |
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In partnership with the Town of Dillsboro, the Dillsboro Makers Market was established by the JGCEP/Dillsboro Creative Arts Center to foster and support the artists and creative community of our region. The market takes place on the first Saturday of each month, from March through November, offering a vibrant space to experience and celebrate local […]
Free
The Columbus Farmers Market is hosted by Polk County Farms and is taking place every Saturday 8am - 12pm from May through October! What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & Local Favorites Flowers & Garden Goods […]
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The North Carolina Hellbender Festival is a free, one-day event held each Labor Day weekend in Downtown Spruce Pine, celebrating clean rivers, outdoor recreation, and life in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Named for the Eastern hellbender salamander, the festival brings together live music, local food, artisan vendors, and hands-on experiences focused on conservation and river […]
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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2 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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5 events,
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
The Saluda Tailgate Market from Polk County Farms is happening every Friday from May through October! Visit every week at 214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC, from 4pm-6pm. What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & […]
Free
The purpose of the crawls is to support and promote downtown West Jefferson businesses. Crawlers will have an opportunity to see new, creative and innovative works by Ashe County’s leading artists. Crawlers are invited to stroll the streets, visit the galleries, view the downtown murals, enjoy the many outdoor art pieces and take advantage of […] |
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Girl Scouts are invited to join the park’s naturalists for a fun-filled learning adventure on Grandfather Mountain. Plus, all Girl Scouts and troop leaders are admitted free with proof of membership (all or part of a uniform or a troop roster with the leader’s name on it), and family members will receive discounted admission ($1 […]
The Columbus Farmers Market is hosted by Polk County Farms and is taking place every Saturday 8am - 12pm from May through October! What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & Local Favorites Flowers & Garden Goods […]
Free
See the Arboretum from the viewpoint of those most familiar with it! The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years is a photography project celebrating the Arboretum’s 40th anniversary. For the occasion, 40 people connected to the Arboretum, either as staff, members, or volunteers have taken ‘point and shoot’ digital cameras onto the grounds to photograph […]
See site for details.
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Held Rain or Shine at the Broyhill Walking Park in Lenoir from 9 am to 4 pm When the Caldwell Arts Council held its first Sculpture Celebration in 1985, few could have imagined that it would continue today. Held annually on the Saturday after Labor Day at the Broyhill Walking Park in Lenoir, NC, the nationally recognized event draws […]
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Experience the richness of local artistry during the Bi-Annual Grovewood Village Studio Tour. This event will take place over two weekends in 2026. First Weekend: May 2 & 3 (12-5pm) Second Weekend: September 12 & 13 (12-5pm) This is a free, self-guided, explore-at-your-own-pace tour. There is no ticket to buy. This is your chance to […]
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The Saluda Tailgate Market from Polk County Farms is happening every Friday from May through October! Visit every week at 214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC, from 4pm-6pm. What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & […]
Free
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This free celebration of mountain heritage features traditional crafts accompanied by music and dancing. On-going demonstrations will include traditional woodworking with traditional tools, weaving, spinning, dyeing, broom making, stone carving, and printmaking. Visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at some of the crafts and an activity table will encourage young people to […]
The Columbus Farmers Market is hosted by Polk County Farms and is taking place every Saturday 8am - 12pm from May through October! What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & Local Favorites Flowers & Garden Goods […]
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Grandfather Mountain is an amazing diversity hotspot for breeding birds in the southern Appalachians with more than 120 species detected during the nesting season. From warblers to hawks to hummingbirds, migration is a wondrous period of the year for birders and nature enthusiasts alike. Taught by Steve Dowlan, a retired natural resource specialist for the […] 
Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathered frenzy. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy one of the country’s fastest-growing hobbies – bird watching! Bring the whole family for live raptor programs, birding activities, intro to birding hikes, and the annual hawk watch from the Chimney.
Included with admission.
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This free celebration of mountain heritage features traditional crafts accompanied by music and dancing. On-going demonstrations will include traditional woodworking with traditional tools, weaving, spinning, dyeing, broom making, stone carving, and printmaking. Visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at some of the crafts and an activity table will encourage young people to […] 
Join us for the annual Haywood County Studio Tour—a free, self-guided event that invites you into the creative spaces of local artists across the county. Over the course of two days, explore a wide variety of studios tucked into both urban corners and scenic rural settings. Meet the artists, watch live demonstrations, and discover unique […]
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Mayberry Days® is a festival for the whole family with activities and events for the fans who long for the days when life was simple and the sheriff didn't carry a gun. Enjoy a bottle of pop while playing checkers, relax to music from many local bands playing the same songs that Andy grew up […] |
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The Saluda Tailgate Market from Polk County Farms is happening every Friday from May through October! Visit every week at 214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC, from 4pm-6pm. What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & […]
Free
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The Columbus Farmers Market is hosted by Polk County Farms and is taking place every Saturday 8am - 12pm from May through October! What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & Local Favorites Flowers & Garden Goods […]
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The Annual Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival is held in Historic Downtown Elkin on the 4th Saturday in September from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. The annual Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off starts at 9 am and ends around 1 pm (Fruit can be registered from 7 am to 9 am). It is located at 257 Standard St. […]
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Celebrating the 16th anniversary of the Bascom Clay Symposium, the 2026 program brings together Alexander Thierry, Andrew Shaw, and Tiffany Thomas for an in-depth exploration of surface treatments in contemporary ceramics. This annual gathering offers a rare opportunity to engage closely with accomplished artists as they share the stories, inspirations, and technical approaches that have […]
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One of the world’s first arbornauts, CanopyMeg devoted over four decades to exploring forest canopies. Her research and exploration have taken her to more than 45 countries, on all seven continents, where she not only tirelessly saves forests but also mentors girls. Lowman’s Oct. 1 presentation is titled “In Honor of Jane Goodall – How […] |
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The Saluda Tailgate Market from Polk County Farms is happening every Friday from May through October! Visit every week at 214 E. Main St. Saluda, NC, from 4pm-6pm. What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & […]
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Boone’s monthly First Friday Art Crawls! Brought to you by WAC and the Downtown Boone Development Association. Experience the arts firsthand through art vending, gallery receptions, art exhibits, live music, and more! *Special Art Crawl Dates include April 17 and December 4 to coincide with other events and/or holidays.
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Local artists and performers are invited to showcase, sell their work, or perform at locations along King Street during First Friday evenings. Scroll down to explore a selection of regularly participating artists and their work. You might even spot a few at the next Art Crawl you attend! |
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In partnership with the Town of Dillsboro, the Dillsboro Makers Market was established by the JGCEP/Dillsboro Creative Arts Center to foster and support the artists and creative community of our region. The market takes place on the first Saturday of each month, from March through November, offering a vibrant space to experience and celebrate local […]
Free
Guests enjoy short, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily. The short excursions begin at 1 p.m. and typically last for 30 minutes. Rambles will start outside the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Should it happen to be raining, the event may be […]
The Columbus Farmers Market is hosted by Polk County Farms and is taking place every Saturday 8am - 12pm from May through October! What you can expect from our vendors this season: Fresh Produce & Plants Meat, Eggs & Dairy Baked Goods & Prepared Foods Pantry Items & Local Favorites Flowers & Garden Goods […]
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The Sonker Festival is a Surry County tradition, presented each year by the Surry County Historical Society. It is held on the first Saturday in October at the Edwards-Franklin House west of Mount Airy. Festival attendees sample sonker made from a variety of family recipes passed down through generations. Admission is free, with a nominal […]
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