Week of Events
Hawk Watch
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.
Mayberry Days
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 […]
Monday, September 21, 2026
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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Friday, September 25, 2026
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September 25, 2026 - RecurringSaluda Tailgate Market
Saluda Tailgate Market
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 & […]
Saturday, September 26, 2026
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September 26, 2026 - RecurringColumbus Farmers Market
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September 26, 2026 - RecurringYadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival
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September 26, 2026 -Bascom Clay Symposium
Columbus Farmers Market
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 […]
Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival
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. […]
Bascom Clay Symposium
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 […]
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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