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The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] 
Explore the woodcarving traditions of The Brasstown Carvers with Helen Gibson. Carve animals, ornaments, or walking sticks while you practice knife work to better grasp the intricacies of forms, tools, […] 
The 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, […] |
5 events,
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]
The 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, […] 
Third Thursday Art Crawls are back this year in April, May, June, August, September and October! Join Main Street as we celebrate different artists and businesses each month in Downtown […]
Free
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6 events,
Artist Morning Meetup is an opportunity to meet fellow artists, share works in progress, or even work on pieces together! We meet every third Friday in the Board Room at Folkmoot USA […]
Free
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]
The 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, […] |
12 events,
Come Sashay your way around Sparta during the Mountain Heritage Festival and learn about all our fabulous murals! There will be two tours: 10:15 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. Each should […]
Free
Join us from 10 am-4 pm for a celebration of Southern Appalachian culture on the Blue Ridge Parkway. This festival has old-time music and demonstrations of the crafts of yesteryear. […]
FREE
Participating farms will be announced in late June or early July. One pass is good for all passengers in a single vehicle at all farms, both days. Passes are $35 […] 
This popular festival features a variety of Cherokee crafts and their makers, who demonstrate traditional Native American crafts. Watch as members of the Eastern Band show off their skills in […]
FREE
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Celebrate Appalachian traditions at the 2025 Harvesting Heritage Festival! Enjoy a full day of pumpkin picking, live music, historic craft demonstrations, and guided tours of our pioneer homestead. Shop from […]
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Join the Yadkin Arts Council for the 48th annual Yadkin Valley Harvest Festival on September 20, 2025, from 10:00 am-3:30 pm in downtown Yadkinville. Vendors and food trucks will be […]
Free
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The Blue Ridge Roots Revival Series was born out of a need to create opportunities for musicians and music venues. Since Hurricane Helene’s destruction in September 2024, many communities are […]
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Western Carolina University has proudly hosted the Mountain Heritage Day festival on the last Saturday in September for 50 years! This cherished tradition has been the university’s gift to the […] 
For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] |
3 events,
For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] |
5 events,
For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]
Explore the woodcarving traditions of The Brasstown Carvers with Helen Gibson. Carve animals, ornaments, or walking sticks while you practice knife work to better grasp the intricacies of forms, tools, […]
The 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, […] |
5 events,
For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]
The 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, […] 
"This inspiring lecture series celebrates the science and stories of nature. Join us in our brand-new community space for engaging conversations that spark curiosity and stewardship." We believe that when […]
Free. Advance registration requested.
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For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]
The 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, […] 
From now until September, the vibrant tunes of live music fill the air in downtown Highlands every Friday and Saturday night. Shows on both nights are free and take place […]
Free
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Join us for the 1st annual Lansing Day free festival celebrating Appalachian heritage through local crafts and music while demonstrating our community's remarkable resilience in rebuilding after Hurricane Helene. Witness […]
Free
For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
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An arrangement of donation-based healing arts offerings for the community, in honor of Hurricane Helen's one-year anniversary. 1:30 - 3:00 pm Somatic Painting Workshop with Anna McCoy 3:00 - 4:30 […]
Donation-based
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 […] 
Mark your calendars and make plans to attend the 19th Annual Ag Day & Tractor Parade, set for Saturday, September 27, 2025, in Hayesville Town Square. Hosted by the N.C. […] |
2 events,
For 36 years, Mayberry Days has invited fans of “The Andy Griffith Show” to make a pilgrimage to Mount Airy. This small town in the Blue Ridge foothills, where Andy […]
Tickets vary. See SurryArts.org.
For over six decades, Art on Main has been a must-see event, bringing together 100+ talented artists from across the region and beyond. Stroll down charming Main Street, explore all […]
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1 event,
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] |
1 event,
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] |
1 event,
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] |
2 events,
The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […]
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Conor Knighton is a correspondent for “CBS Sunday Morning” and the author of the New York Times best seller “Leave Only Footprints: My Acadia-to-Zion Journey Through Every National Park.” Described […]
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The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts joins with Asheville-based ArtsvilleUSA and River Arts District Artists to produce and showcase A Tale of Two Cities, an exhibition exploring the role of […] 
Stroll the streets of Downtown Waynesville and Historic Frog Level District for Art After Dark, an event held on the first Fridays of May through December. Galleries stay open until […]
Free
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8 events,
The Catawba Riversweep is one day a year when citizens from all over the Catawba-Wateree River Basin come together to clean up their shared waterways. Dozens of cleanup sites will […]
Free
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 4th & 5th, 2025. […] 
From Oct. 4 through 12, guests enjoy short, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily, weather permitting, and are included in […]
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Experience the magic of fall at the Burnsville Harvest Market Craft Show! Mark your calendars for October 4th and join us from 9am to 3pm at the Burnsville Town Center, […]
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This free event, hosted by the park and sponsored by Friends of Gorges State Park and other partners, will celebrate the monarch butterfly during its migration and bring attention to […]
Free
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This FREE event features many educational hands-on activities including a farm animal petting zoo, old-time craft demonstrations and a fishing pond. There are many children’s games and a wagon ride […] |
3 events,
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 4th & 5th, 2025. […] 
Enjoy fine art and handcrafts from award-winning and acclaimed artisans. Artists are jury-selected and each show features a different set of artists, curated to present a wide variety of mediums. […] |
