• 4th of July Powwow

    Old Acquani Expo Center 1441 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, United States

    Experience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]

  • The Arb in Focus: 40 Views for 40 Years

    North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, United States

    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 […]

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  • Connecting to Place: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational 2026

    The Bascom 323 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC, United States

    As Georgia is known for its peaches and New Orleans for its jazz, so too is Western North Carolina known for its high-quality craft. What makes WNC a center of craft is the artists’ knowledge of natural materials and their connection to the place that provides them. Their hand skills and imagination nurture both innovative […]

    Free
  • Community Day at The Bascom

    The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts will host its annual Community Day on Friday, July 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This free, family-friendly event invites guests of all ages to explore The Bascom’s six-acre campus with hands-on art activities, live artist demonstrations, free popcorn, and special exhibitions on view in the […]

    Free
  • ASHEVILLE PRINTMAKERS: Persistence of Vision

    Mars Landing Galleries 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC, United States

    This exhibit represents the recent work of the Asheville Printmakers. The prints displayed here are examples of the enormous variety of artwork that can be created through the many types of printmaking employed by this diverse group of local artists. Asheville Printmakers is an independent alliance of artists in the greater Asheville, NC area who […]

    Free
  • Meet and Greet the Artisan League of Little Switzerland

    Little Switzerland Books and Beans 9426 NC-226A, Little Switzerland, NC, United States

    Meet and greet the artisans of Little Switzerland as we celebrate creativity enjoy drinks, refreshments, and music located upstairs in the ALLS Gallery of Little Switzerland Books and Beans. 3-5 pm, July 3rd

  • Saluda Tailgate Market

    Saluda Tailgate Market
    Saluda Tailgate Market 214 E. Main St., Saluda, NC, United States

    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
  • Hot Glass Cold Beer/Christmas in July Evening

    Crucible Glassworks 60 Clarks Chapel rd , Weaverville, NC, United States

    Join us for a FIRST FRIDAY Hot glass /Cold beer evening including glass blowing demo, refreshments, and the return of our Annual Christmas in July super SALE!

  • First Friday Art Crawls

    First Friday Art Crawls
    Downtown Boone Boone, NC, United States

    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.

    Free
  • First Friday Art Crawl

    First Friday Art Crawl
    Downtown Boone Boone, NC, United States

    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!  

  • 4th of July Powwow

    Old Acquani Expo Center 1441 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, United States

    Experience the vibrant celebration of the 4th of July Powwow in Cherokee, NC, where tradition and culture come alive. Hosted within the Qualla Boundary of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, this annual event honors Indigenous heritage with captivating dance performances and colorful regalia. Join in the festivities as dancers showcase their skills in traditional […]

  • Dillsboro Maker’s Market

    Dillsboro NC, United States

    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