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Holiday events and special celebrations
make your mountain time even more interesting and
exciting. Peanuts characters come to life for Easter and
Halloween excursions on the Great Smoky Mountain
Railroad. Biltmore displays its "flower carpet" in
spring and Candlelight Christmas events in December.
July 4th fireworks light up the mountain skies from Lake
Lure to Boone after picnics and family activities.
Memorial Day Weekend offers fishing tournaments and
outdoor fun for the entire family. |
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| Nationally known
festivals such as Merlefest and the Wooly Worm Festival
draw 1000s of visitors every year. The Southern
Highland Craft Guild offers two annual 4 day craft fairs
with 100s of exhibitors, heritage craft demonstrations
and good old mountain music. |
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| There are year around
events held on the same day of each week as well as
varying schedules each year. You can listen to the best
in local music, see live theatre, attend art walks and
show openings, buy produce and handmade goods from
tailgate markets or participate in nature programs and
hikes. |
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| Tailgate and Farmers
Markets |
| There are dozens of
markets throughout the mountains offering
local produce, foods, handmade products and
crafts. Hours and days vary so check locally
for details. |
| Asheville Area |
Asheville City
Market
Sat 8:00 AM to
1:00 PM, April - December
Public Works
Building lot, S. Charlotte St.
Asheville, NC |
French Broad
Food Coop
Sat 8:00 AM -
1:00 PM, April - October
76 Biltmore
Ave. Asheville, NC |
Greenlife
Tailgate Market
Sun 1:00 PM -
5:00 PM, May - October
At Greenlife
Grocery, N. Merrimon Ave. Asheville,
NC |
North Asheville Tailgate Market
Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
April - December 20
UNCA, take Weaver Blvd., Asheville, NC
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Riceville Tailgate Market
Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, May - September
parking lot of the Riceville Community Center Asheville NC
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Wed PM Downtown Tailgate Market
Wed 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM, April - December 23
76 Biltmore Avenue, next to the French Broad Food Coop, Asheville, NC
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West Asheville Tailgate Market
Wed 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM, April - October 28
grassy area at parking lot for West End Bakery and Haywood Road Market. Asheville, NC
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| Bryson City |
Bryson City Market
Friday 9AM - 1 PM,
May - October 29
You'll find locally grown produce and other edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and more at the market.
Parking lot next to Fred's, Bryson City NC
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| Black Mountain |
Black Mountain
Market Sat 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, May - October 31
First Baptist Church, 130 d
Black Mountain, NC
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| Weaverville |
Weaverville Market
Wed 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM, April - late October
Behind the community center at Lake Louise Weaverville, NC
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| Barnardsville |
Big Ivy Tailgate Market
Sat 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, May 5 - October 24
At the Old Fire Station, center of town Barnardsville, NC
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| Sparta |
Alleghany County Farmers' Market
Sat 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21 North, Sparta, NC
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| Andrews |
Andrews Farmers Market
Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM First Street,
Andrews, NC |
| West Jefferson |
Ashe Farmers Market
Wed and Sat
8:00am-1:00pm
108 Backstreet
West Jefferson, NC |
| Blowing Rock |
Blowing Rock
Farmers Market
Thursday 4-6 PM
Wallingford Street
Blowing Rock NC |
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Date: June 29 - August 3, 2019
NC City: BOONE
Event:
Appalachian Summer at Appalachian State University
A month+ long arts festival that features events
in music, dance, theatre, visual arts and film on the campus of
Appalachian State University. With award-winning artists from all across
the world coming to the High Country in one summer, the festival has
become an attraction that appeals to thousands and has been ranked one
of the "Top 20 Events in the Southeast" by the Southeastern Tourism
Society. There is something for everyone from fine art enthusiasts, to
country and bluegrass fans and all those who like a good mixture of
both. Get a complete event schedule at the site. |
Date: July 28 - August 3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Swanannoa Gathering - Contemporary Folk Week / Guitar Week
Contemporary Folk Week welcomes Asheville’s own
folk troubadour David Wilcox, as well as ex-Solas vocalist Moira Smiley
to next year’s staff, joining our stellar team of singer/songwriters.
As one of the finest programs of its kind in the world, Guitar Week has
received both the Bronze and Silver Medal Player’s Choice Award for
Music Camps by the readers of Acoustic Guitar magazine. New Coordinator
Greg Ruby continues our tradition of recruiting world-class,
award-winning faculty and this high standard of quality is what keeps
guitarists from across the globe coming back year after year. |
Date: July 25 - August 4, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
2019 Cashiers Designer Showhouse
The Cashiers Historical Society's largest
fundraiser returns. Don't miss this exciting new year for CHS! .The 10
days will be full of guest speakers, demos, book signings and guest
vendors. The week will begin with a Preview Party and the 10 days will
be celebrated with a Closing Brunch. |
Date: July 31 - August 4, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event:
Blowing Rock Horse Show
Hunter / Jumper division I. The annual Blowing
Rock Charity Horse Show is one of the oldest horse show events in the
country and has been a Blowing Rock tradition since 1923. Admission is
charged. This year several new Classics including Pre Green Incentive
Classics are being introduced both weeks along with Classics for
Children, Adults, Ponies and Juniors |
Date: June 21 - August 10, 2019
NC City: BOONE
Event:
Horn in the
West: Legacy Outdoor Drama
Live performances of the
story of the brave settlers of the Carolina Backcountry presented in one
of the most beautiful outdoor theatres in the country. "Horn in the
West" is an inspiring account of events centered around frontiersman
Daniel Boone and the fight for American Independence, a thrilling look
back at the nation's beginnings. Visit the on-site Hickory Ridge Living
History Museum during the pre-show hours, 5:30 - 8:00PM.
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Date: July 26 - August 18, 2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event: The
Flat Rock Playhouse presents "All Shook Up" A crazy and
uplifting musical comedy. A rousing Elvis score. A 1950s dreary
cookie-cutter town where everything’s about to change. A musical fantasy
that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes!. Admission
charged |
Date: Now - September 29, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Biltmore Gardens
Railway
Biltmore’s Conservatory will be the site of
Biltmore Gardens Railway, a botanical model train display featuring
small-scale replicas of the estate’s structures. These will include
miniature constructions of Biltmore House, the Lodge Gate, and even a
small version of the Conservatory itself. These handcrafted structures
will be created from natural elements such as leaves, bark and twigs,
much of which has been collected from estate grounds. With 800 feet of
rails and trains traversing six separate lines at different eye levels,
this is a one-of-a-kind, fun-for-all-ages garden experience. Tickets may
be purchased at www.biltmore.com or by phone (800-411-3812).
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Date: Now -
September 22, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Summer
Fun Photo Contest at Chimney Rock State
Park. Summer is all about outdoor
fun, spending quality time together as a family
and taking in the wonderful sights of nature.
Submit your photos of your family hiking,
sunlight making its way through the trees or of
the fantastic views that make Chimney Rock so
special. We’ll use the winning entries on our
website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some
fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the
Chimney Rock section of the Park. |
Date: August 1, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Student
Classical Guitar Performance.
12:30 PM FREE
performance |
Date: August 1, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Broadway in Brevard - An Evening
of Frank Loesser Favorites
7:30 PM |
Date:
August 1 - 3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Mountain
Dance and Folk Festival Enjoy the
finest of the Appalachian ballad singers, string bands and square dance
teams for education and entertainment. The songs and dances shared at
this event echo centuries of Scottish, English, Irish, Cherokee and
African heritage found in the valleys and coves between the Great
Smokies and the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you like Shindig on the Green,
you’ll love the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival! Proceeds support
Shindig on the Green. 6:30 - 9:30 PM |
Date: August 1 - 4, 2019
NC City: SPRUCE PINE
Event: The
Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show
This popular event features 60 dealers from all over the world with gem
stones, mineral specimens, fossils, jewelry, beads and lots more. If it
is made of stone, you should be able to find it here. There will be a
BBQ (great food!) on Saturday, a fundraiser for the the Parkway Fire
and Rescue and new equipment. Come help out the fire department. Open 10
AM to 6 PM daily at 12966 South Hwy 226 in Spruce Pine, NC. Admission
and parking are FREE. |
Date: August 1 - 31, 2019; daily at 2 PM
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event: Family
Animal Encounters
Join one of the Park
naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting
some of the wilder teammates. Kids of all ages are sure to take home
some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure
at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along the
Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 education stations. Don’t forget
your camera!
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Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: New Music Premier
performances of new works by BMC composition students. 12:30 PM FREE
event |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Student piano recital
2:30 PM FREE event |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Piccolo Opera Students
present opera scenes. 4:30 PM FREE event |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2
. 7:30 PM
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Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek -
Andrew Scotchie & The River Rats (Rock)
Live concerts held every
Friday night between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day. The free
outdoor performances take place at the Bridge Park Pavilion beside Scott
Creek in downtown Sylva on Fridays from 7:30-9:30 PM. All shows are
family-friendly, drawing diverse audiences comprised of locals and
visitors alike. |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Music on Main Street :
Night Move Band performs / Classic Car Show
The annual Music On Main
Street concert series will be held every Friday evening from June
through August. Music On Main Street showcases a diverse lineup of
musical talents, from jazz, pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music
with room to dance. There will also be a classic car show or corvette
show on alternate weeks sponsored by the Hendersonville Antique Car
Club. Bring a chair and enjoy the music from 7 PM - 9 PM. Admission is
FREE. |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Groovin' On The Green
This concerts features The Currys Live summer music concert with
great music in a stunning venue in the beautiful weather. The summer
concert series is held on Friday at 6:30 pm at the Village Commons.
(Frank Allen Road – Next to the Post Office). FREE event, but tips
appreciated. |
Date:
August 2, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Backstreet Park Summer Concert Series in West
Jefferson - Nobody's
Business
Free annual summer concert
series. Come
kick back and
enjoy the music
and the fresh
outdoors.
special thank
you to West
Jefferson
Business
Association for
helping us fund
this event
May through
October. |
Date: August 2,
2019
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event:
Art After Dark
Downtown Waynesville galleries remain open for Art
after Dark featuring demonstrations, artist receptions, and special
music. Enjoy the Gallery Stroll from 6 PM - 9 PM with live music and
great food. Free admission. Art After Dark happens the first Friday
evening of each month from May until December. |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: BOONE
Event:
First Friday Art Crawl Shop,
mingle and meet local artists from 5:30 - 8:30 PM at Boone shops and
galleries and stay late for live music, food and drinks at one of the
many fine restaurants. The Jones House Galleries are open Tuesday -
Friday 12 - 5 PM. |
Date:
August 2, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk
Enjoy the fine art and craft of the Asheville Downtown Gallery
Association and see on of the reasons Asheville has been voted #1 small
city in the country by the readers of American Style Magazine 2 years
running. 20+ downtown venues participate with a complete Downtown
Gallery Guide and a map available at any participating downtown gallery,
the Chamber of Commerce, or Pack Place. |
Date: August 2, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 2 - 3, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event: Talking
Trees Children’s Trout Derby
A free fishing event for children ages 3 - 11.
Enjoy two full days of fun with many attractions and eligibility for
prizes. Free breakfast and lunch will be provided for registered
children. Prizes will also be given away children will be able to enjoy
listening to music, celebrity guests, live animal exhibits, and more |
Date:
August 2 - 3, 2019
NC City: BURNSVILLE
Event:
Mount Mitchell
Craft Fair
Hundreds of vendors and thousands of visitors will
participate in the Annual Mt. Mitchell Crafts
Fair. The event takes place on the Town Square
and surrounding streets. Handcrafters from all
over the United States come to sell their wares
including baskets, candles, kettle corn,
pottery, stained glass, and so much more. Quilt
squares appear not only on local barns and
buildings but are for sale by some of the best
quilters since Betsy Ross. Handmade clothes,
purses, and vests, are just some of the items
that adorn the beautifully decorated booths.
There will also be homemade jams and jellies as
well as Barbeque and Southern tea. The event is
free to the public with bluegrass and cloggin
entertainment throughout the day |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event: Brevard
Music Center Performance: Firebird. 7:30 |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
The Biltmore Concert Series: The
Charlie Daniels Band and The Marshall Tucker Band
Enjoy performances by award-winning artists at Biltmore with stunning
views of Biltmore House and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect
place to see a show under the stars |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Ooh La La Curiosity Market
An outdoor market in Pritchard Park featuring
works by local painters, leather smiths, jewelry makers, potters
,up-cycled crafters, and other curious delights, all beneath the
colored canopies of large market umbrellas. In addition to the
artists, the market will also feature live local music with up
three musical acts performing and will include everything from a
solo saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
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Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: LITTLE SWITZERLAND
Event:
Black Light nighttime Mine Underground Tour
Black Light is the common name for ultraviolet light because it is
invisible to human sight. Be amazed by the bright colors in the Bon Ami
Mine revealed with short-wave ultraviolet lights. Bon Ami Mine is one of
the few places in the world where you can visit an underground mine at
night and see brightly flowing fluorescent Hyalite Opal and other rare
minerals. No reservations needed. Admission charged. |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Summer
Concert Series
The Summer Concert Series finishes up in grand style with Uncle Si & The
Sicotics, headed up by Duck Dynasty’s own Si Robertson, best known as
Uncle Si. You’ll hear their unique spin on different musical genres as
they bring plenty of energy and authenticity to Cherokee. Earlier in the
day, don’t miss Craig Wayne Boyd and Josh Gracin.
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Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event: DOWNTOWN
Dog Walk
10 AM Courthouse lawn, Supporting SARGE. Fun starts at 9 AM. |
Date:
August 3, 2019
NC City: Just north of Boone in Galax VA
Event:
Blue Ridge Music Center Concert
- Chatham
County Line and
Kate Rhudy
The Blue Ridge
Music Center
Summer Concert
Series is
performed rain
or shine. You
are welcome to
bring your own
picnic basket
(NO ALCOHOL
please) and
encouraged to
bring a lawn
chair. Phone
ticket sales
through BRPF
Office end at
Noon on Friday
and are
available online
up to 12 hours
before the
concert. The
Galax Smokehouse
serves BBQ,
sides and drinks
at each concert.
Check the
website for
details about
the performers
and concerts |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: MILL SPRING - TRYON
Event: Saturday
Night Lights From carnival-style
entertainment to Carolina-inspired festivals, attendees can enjoy the
popular “Saturday Night Lights” event series every Saturday in October
at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC). The event includes free
activities like face painting, busker performances, live bands and rides
on a hand-painted Venetian carousel. The events are coupled with a grand
prix show jumping competition held in the George Morris Arena. Buy
carnival treats from vendor carts such as lemonade, popcorn, cotton
candy and roasted corn. Restaurant dining and shopping is also
available. Admission: TIEC admission and parking are free and open to
the public. |
Date:
August 3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Wood Day at the Folk Art Center
An annual celebration of wood crafts including craft demonstrations and
hands-on activities. The 14th Annual Carve Off Competition takes place
between 1 - 3 PM. For the contest, participants have two hours to turn a
simple block of wood into a work of art. Carvers must sign up by 12:30
to participate. Demonstrations include flute making, wood turning, broom
making and furniture design and construction. FREE admission |
Date: August 3, 2019
NC City: ROBBINSVILLE
Event:
An Appalachian Evening - Jeff Little Trio
This
annual summer concert series offers an ever-changing schedule of
bluegrass, folk and old-time mountain music by award-winning artists —
quality entertainment for the entire family. Rich in cultural heritage,
An Appalachian Evening continues to be a favorite with locals and
visitors alike. All concerts at 7:30 pm in the air-conditioned Lynn L.
Shields Auditorium.
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Date:
August 3 - 4, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Annual
Village Art and Craft Fair Held on the
grounds of All Souls Cathedral in Biltmore
Village this year's Fair will include 100+
juried exhibitors, making it one of the highest
quality outdoor show of the year. View and shop
for all types of fine art and crafts including
ceramics, furniture, glass, jewelry and more.
Hours are Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 12 PM
- 5 PM. Hosted by New Morning Gallery and
Bellagio.
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Date: August 3 - 4, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Ashe County Studio Tour Summertime in the mountains –
what better way to see the countryside than on a two-day Studio Tour!
And to see the best Ashe County artists working in their own studios.
Tour participants will discover art studios located all over the county
– in and around West Jefferson, Jefferson, Crumpler, Laurel Springs,
Todd, Creston, Warrensville, and Lansing. Most of the studios are not
usually open to the public, so this is a rare opportunity for people to
see where these artists work and at select locations, to watch them as
they create their art. And it doesn’t hurt that getting there takes you
through some of the most beautiful mountain countryside the High Country
has to offer |
Date: August 4, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Season Finale - Mahler 2
3:00 PM Don't miss this powerful finale to another great festival of
music! |
Date: August 5, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages |
Date:
August 5, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Street Dances Appalachian
Fire / Lake Lure Cloggers Hendersonville's Street
Dances have been a tradition for 92 years. The Street Dances features
mountain heritage music and dance on Monday evening during the summer.
Bring a chair and sit back, relax and enjoy mountain heritage music and
dancing from 7:00-9:00PM. Seating area opens after 5:30. |
Date: August 6, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
The Biltmore Concert Series: Chicago
Enjoy performances by award-winning artists at Biltmore with stunning
views of Biltmore House and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect
place to see a show under the stars |
Date: August 7, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date:
August 7 - 10, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Annual
Laugh Your Asheville OFF One of
the largest and most respected stand-up comedy events in the country.
The event attracts top comedy producers and representatives that will be
in attendance to scout the hottest new comedic talent. |
Date:
August 8, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event: Junior
Forester Program
The Junior Forest Ranger (JFR) program is an exciting
way for young people to explore their national forests and grasslands.
The Cradle of Forestry in America heritage site is nestled in the Blue
Ridge mountains and is a great place to enjoy nature education, hiking
trails, and a day of family fun! The JFR program uses Forest Service
science and practices to encourage girls and boys ages 8 to 12 to enjoy
and appreciate nature. Programs run weekly on Thursdays between June 13
and August 8, from 10:30am to 12:00pm. Caregivers are not required to
attend but are always welcome. Pre-Registration is required, and spaces
are limited, please call (828) 877-3130.
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Date: August 8, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Presents: Lyle Lovette and his Large Band
7:30 PM |
Date: August 9, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
The Biltmore Concert Series: The
O'Jays and Cool and the Gang
Enjoy performances by award-winning artists at Biltmore with stunning
views of Biltmore House and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect
place to see a show under the stars |
Date: August 9, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 9, 2019
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event:
Downtown Waynesville Mountain Street Dance
Enjoy cloggin’ & square dancin’ at an
old-fashioned mountain hoe down! Live mountain music, demonstrations &
instruction by local clogging teams. Refreshments, historic Courthouse
lawn. 6:30-9 PM. |
Date: August 9,
2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Music on Main Street : Dashboard
Blue performs / Classic Car Show
The annual Music On Main
Street concert series will be held every Friday evening from
June through August. Music On Main Street showcases a
diverse lineup of musical talents, from jazz, pop, oldies,
rock, to contemporary music with room to dance. There will
also be a classic car show or corvette show on alternate
weeks sponsored by the Hendersonville Antique Car Club.
Bring a chair and enjoy the music from 7 PM - 9 PM.
Admission is FREE. |
Date: August 9, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek - Tuxedo Junction (Classic Hits)
Live concerts held every
Friday night between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day. The free
outdoor performances take place at the Bridge Park Pavilion beside Scott
Creek in downtown Sylva on Fridays from 7:30-9:30 PM. All shows are
family-friendly, drawing diverse audiences comprised of locals and
visitors alike. |
Date: August 9, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Groovin' On The Green
This concert features Eat a Peach Live summer music concert with
great music in a stunning venue in the beautiful weather. The summer
concert series is held on Friday at 6:30 pm at the Village Commons.
(Frank Allen Road – Next to the Post Office). FREE event, but tips
appreciated. |
Date: August 9, 2019
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event:
Mountain Street Dance
Put on your cloggin' and square dancin' shoes and
enjoy an old-fashioned mountain hoedown. Live mountain music,
demonstrations and instruction by local clogging teams. Refreshments are
available for purchase. Limited bleacher seating available so feel free
to bring a chair or blanket for the Courthouse lawn. 6:30 - 9 PM. |
Date:
August 9 - 10, 2019
NC City: FRANKLIN
Event:
Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival
BBQ, Music and Car Show. This two-day event
features authentic, mouth-watering BBQ, live
entertainment ,a car show, cornhole tournament,
crafters and tastin’ tent. This is an official
North Carolina State BBQ Championship with over
$11,000 in cash and awards. The "Kids Day" at
the festival will include inflatables, games and
a rock painting area. Gate Entrance: $5 per day;
Friday 11 AM - 2 PM free, Children 12 & under
Free. Held at the Wayne Proffitt Agricultural
Center, 1436 Georgia Road in Franklin.
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Date: August 9 - 11, 2019
NC City: LAKE LURE
Event:
Lake Lure Olympiad
A
family-friendly sports festival for all ages and athletic abilities that
raises money for area non-profits. Major races include the 10K Dam Run,
Lake Lure Triathlon and Race to the Rock (25-mile bike or 5k run).
Die-hard athletes can do all three as part of the Olympiad's "3 Races
in 3 Days" challenge. Presented by Rumbling Bald Resort and Rutherford
Regional Health System.
Other events include the Jr. Olympiad, water-ski show, golf tournament,
dragon boat races and more. |
Date:
August 10, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event: Smokey
Bear’s 75th Birthday Party Come join in celebration
of the craft and skill of the Southern Appalachian mountains. Set a
spell on the porch of Commissary just as it was in 1902 or maybe throw
some horseshoes in the shade of the King House as you listen to the
gentle strum of the banjo. Stroll down to the garden and touch the
plants growing there that provide food and medicine. Watch as local
crafts people extract the dyes from our local plants for their wool to
be used on our traditional loom
|
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date:
August 10, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
KOA Mid
Season Tournament KOA's second fishing tournament of the year will
take place August 10th. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome to try
their luck! |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: BRYSON CITY
Event:
Uncorked - a Unique Rail Line and Wine Experience
Passengers will enjoy a
full service All-Adult First Class ride in our First Class cars with a
private attendant and plush, well-appointed dining seating. A narrator
will accompany the ride to present each pour to guests and share
knowledge and history of the wines selected. Passengers on this
specialty car will enjoy an exclusive sampling of cheeses and a surf and
turf meal prepared fresh. The wine samples have been carefully selected
to accompany the meal. All passengers will receive a GSMR souvenir
stemless wine glass, four samples of selected wine, and a dessert that’s
perfect for the season. |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
The Biltmore Concert Series: Amy
Grant and Steven Curtis Chapman
Enjoy performances by award-winning artists at Biltmore with stunning
views of Biltmore House and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect
place to see a show under the stars |
Date:
August 10, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Shindig
on the Green Held
outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, this
FREE event was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain
Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your
lawn chair or blanket, family and friends and join the fun eight summer
Saturdays. Performances include Long-standing house band The Stoney
Creek Boys Bluegrass and Old-Time String Bands, Big Circle Mountain
Dancers, Clog Dancers, Smooth Dancers, Ballad Singers and Storytellers.
If you love old time Mountain music and Bluegrass this is the place to
be. |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Concerts in the Park - The Big EZs
Biltmore Park Town Square offers FREE live concerts from June
through October. Brings a blanket and enjoy the best performers in the
area from 60s Oldies to contemporary jazz. 7 PM - 9 PM.
Tuxedo Junction performs this concert. |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: TODD
Event:
Todd's Free Summer Music Concert Series
6 - 8 PM Cane Mill Concert performs. A FREE summer music
series in historic Todd, NC. The series has become a tradition in Todd
over the last decade and features some of the best known musicians in
the region and a range of musical genres from blues to bluegrass to
country. Bring a blanket, a chair and your family and friends. |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Ashe County Farmers Market: National Farmers Market Week
Celebration at the Market
The best homegrown, homemade and handmade items
in the High Country. Open every Saturday from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM,
April through October on Backstreet with a covered shelter and
bathrooms. |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Art
in the Park
A juried arts and craft show featuring 90
artists held in the picturesque downtown park once a month from May to
October. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople
showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography,
painting and more. Prices for objects, from a handmade postcard to a
large piece of furniture, range from $5 to $5,000..
|
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: ROBBINSVILLE
Event:
An Appalachian Evening - Becky Buller
This
annual summer concert series offers an ever-changing schedule of
bluegrass, folk and old-time mountain music by award-winning artists —
quality entertainment for the entire family. Rich in cultural heritage,
An Appalachian Evening continues to be a favorite with locals and
visitors alike. All concerts at 7:30 pm in the air-conditioned Lynn L.
Shields Auditorium.
|
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK / LINVILLE
Event: Fungi
of the Cloudland Forest
at Grandfather Mountain The
southern Appalachians are world-renowned for different types of fungi
from mushrooms to lichens and are home to more than 2,000 species.
Here’s a chance to observe many kinds of fungi at higher elevations and
learn how to identify them by size, shape and color. This program is
presented by Dr. Coleman McClenaghan.
|
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event: Annual
Blue Ridge Brutal 100 Bike Race
This ride tours Ashe and
Alleghany Counties and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Beginning and ending in
front of the Ashe Civic Center, in the shadow of Mount Jefferson, the
ride offers 100 miles of varied and challenging terrain. The Blue Ridge
Brutal features three ride options: 57 mile, 76 mile and 102 mile. The
ride is fully supported by SAG wagons, rest stops, mussette stops, Ham
radio communication and fire and rescue squad. A hot meal, t-shirt and
chip timing is included |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: MILL SPRING - TRYON
Event: Saturday
Night Lights From carnival-style
entertainment to Carolina-inspired festivals, attendees can enjoy the
popular “Saturday Night Lights” event series every Saturday in October
at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC). The event includes free
activities like face painting, busker performances, live bands and rides
on a hand-painted Venetian carousel. The events are coupled with a grand
prix show jumping competition held in the George Morris Arena. Buy
carnival treats from vendor carts such as lemonade, popcorn, cotton
candy and roasted corn. Restaurant dining and shopping is also
available. Admission: TIEC admission and parking are free and open to
the public. |
Date: August 10, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Shindig
on the Green Held outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart
of downtown Asheville, this FREE event was voted the #1 Local Outdoor
Concert in the Mountain Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years.
Bring your instruments, your lawn chair or blanket, family and friends
and join the fun eight summer Saturdays. Performances include
Long-standing house band The Stoney Creek Boys Bluegrass and Old-Time
String Bands, Big Circle Mountain Dancers, Clog Dancers, Smooth Dancers,
Ballad Singers and Storytellers. If you love old time Mountain music and
Bluegrass this is the place to be |
Date:
August 10 - 11, 2019
NC City: BLACK MOUNTAIN
Event:
Annual
Sourwood Festival Great
music and lots of fun for all ages fills downtown Black Mountain. Held
each year in August, it's a time for good food, good fun and good
friends. Music, dancing, arts and crafts, super food, kid's rides and
games, face painting and more in a no alcohol environment make it the
perfect event for you and your entire family. |
Date: August
11. 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Annual Race to the Rock
The grand finale of the 14th
Annual Lake Lure Olympiad. A
challenging 5k run or 25-mile bike race that climbs 900 feet in the last
3 miles (a 7-9% grade) to finish at the base of Chimney Rock. The
rewarding 75-mile views from the finish line overlooking Lake Lure are
enough to take your breath away… or what’s left of it. This is the ONLY
TIME ever you can run or bike up to Chimney Rock. This is one event in
the annual
Lake Lure Olympiad |
Date: August 12, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date:
August 12, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Street Dances Bobby
& Blue Ridge Tradition / Southern Connection Cloggers
Hendersonville's Street Dances have been a tradition for 92 years. The
Street Dances features mountain heritage music and dance on Monday
evening during the summer. Bring a chair and sit back, relax and enjoy
mountain heritage music and dancing from 7:00-9:00PM. Seating area opens
after 5:30. |
Date: August 14, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 15, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event: Rhythm
& Brews Concert Series
Held May through September in the
Azalea Parking Lot along King Street. Live music,
cool breweries, delicious food, kid zone and fun for the entire family!
Music starts at 5:30 pm
|
Date:
August 15 - 17, 2019
NC City: MARION
Event:
Annual
NC State Bluegrass Festival
Featuring dozens of bluegrass musicians.. Tickets are available at the
gate or in advance online. The event is held "rain or shine" with
performances under covered pavilion. The cafe will be serving breakfast
and lunch, with hot food and other concessions also available. Bring
your lawn chairs - no alcohol, smoking or pets in the performance area. |
Date: August 16, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 16, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek - Mama Danger- (Folk/Newgrass) Live
concerts held every Friday night between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor
Day. The free outdoor performances take place at the Bridge Park
Pavilion beside Scott Creek in downtown Sylva on Fridays from 7:30-9:30
PM. All shows are family-friendly, drawing diverse audiences comprised
of locals and visitors alike. |
Date: August 16, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Groovin' On The Green This concert features Americana Jones
Live summer music concert with great music in a stunning venue in the
beautiful weather. The summer concert series is held on Friday at 6:30
pm at the Village Commons. (Frank Allen Road – Next to the Post Office).
FREE event, but tips appreciated. |
Date: August 16, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Music on Main Street :
Deano & The Dreamers performs / Classic Car Show
The annual Music On Main
Street concert series will be held every Friday evening from June
through August. Music On Main Street showcases a diverse lineup of
musical talents, from jazz, pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music
with room to dance. There will also be a classic car show or corvette
show on alternate weeks sponsored by the Hendersonville Antique Car
Club. Bring a chair and enjoy the music from 7 PM - 9 PM. Admission is
FREE. |
Date:
August 16, 2019
NC
City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Downtown After
Five Free
live music
entertainment in
downtown
Asheville. The
celebration is
every third
Friday, May
through
September, with
the goal of
encouraging
locals and
visitors to
enjoy downtown
Asheville and
support local
businesses and
entertainers.
The event is
located on North
Lexington Avenue
(between
Hiawassee and
the I-240
overpass). Food
and beer vendors
will be
available. |
Date:
August 16, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Backstreet Park Summer Concert Series in West
Jefferson - Restless
Free annual summer concert
series. Come
kick back and
enjoy the music
and the fresh
outdoors.
special thank
you to West
Jefferson
Business
Association for
helping us fund
this event
May through
October. |
Date: August 16 - 17, 2019
NC City: FOREST CITY
Event:
Hot Nights, Cool
Rides
More than 350 classic cars, trucks and motorcycles
line downtown, drawing both engine enthusiasts and the curious. The
events includes food, dancing, and music. One of the largest car, truck
and motorcycle shows in the Southeast, Forest City's 22nd annual "Hot
Nights, Cool Rides" event attracts thousands of spectators and hundreds
of dynamite vehicles. The eclectic display of antique and modern
vehicles, combined with the authentic, 1930s buildings of Forest City's
Main Street, leaves people feeling like the decades have collided. The
event runs from 11 AM. - 9 PM. and features live music, vendors, prizes
and more. Registration is $25 per vehicle and the event is free for
spectators |
Date: August 17, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Kananesgi
Fashion Show The Kananesgi Fashion Show features traditional and
contemporary Cherokee fashion created by members of the Eastern Band of
Cherokee Indians. Guests can view the incredible fashions at the
marketplace; meet with designers, tailors, and seamstresses; and
purchase items for their own closets. This year the event will feature
quilts made by the EBCI Quilting Group. Admission is free to the public. |
Date: August 17, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among
Cherokee storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance
traditional dances of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths,
survival skills, and history passed down through generations of the
Cherokee people. Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and
traditional Cherokee music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and
beverages. |
Date: August 17, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Brevard Music Center Performance: Béla Fleck's Blue Ridge Banjo
Concert. Considered by many to be the world's premier banjo
player, the 15-time Grammy® Award-winner marks the culmination of his
inaugural Blue Ridge Banjo Camp at Brevard Music Center with a very
special, finale concert. Produced in collaboration with Mountain Song
Productions |
Date: August 17, 2019
NC City: ROBBINSVILLE
Event:
An Appalachian Evening - Salt and Light
This
annual summer concert series offers an ever-changing schedule of
bluegrass, folk and old-time mountain music by award-winning artists —
quality entertainment for the entire family. Rich in cultural heritage,
An Appalachian Evening continues to be a favorite with locals and
visitors alike. All concerts at 7:30 pm in the air-conditioned Lynn L.
Shields Auditorium.
|
Date: August 17, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Ooh La La Curiosity Market
An outdoor market in Pritchard Park featuring
works by local painters, leather smiths, jewelry makers, potters
,up-cycled crafters, and other curious delights, all beneath the
colored canopies of large market umbrellas. In addition to the
artists, the market will also feature live local music with up
three musical acts performing and will include everything from
a solo saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
|
Date:
August 17, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Shindig
on the Green Held
outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, this
FREE event was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain
Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your
lawn chair or blanket, family and friends and join the fun eight summer
Saturdays. Performances include Long-standing house band The Stoney
Creek Boys Bluegrass and Old-Time String Bands, Big Circle Mountain
Dancers, Clog Dancers, Smooth Dancers, Ballad Singers and Storytellers.
If you love old time Mountain music and Bluegrass this is the place to
be. |
Date:
August 17, 2019
NC City: Just north of Boone in Galax VA
Event:
Blue Ridge Music Center Concert
-
The Hot Seats &
Gap Civil
The Blue Ridge
Music Center
Summer Concert
Series is
performed rain
or shine. You
are welcome to
bring your own
picnic basket
(NO ALCOHOL
please) and
encouraged to
bring a lawn
chair. Phone
ticket sales
through BRPF
Office end at
Noon on Friday
and are
available online
up to 12 hours
before the
concert. The
Galax Smokehouse
serves BBQ,
sides and drinks
at each concert.
Check the
website for
details about
the performers
and concerts |
Date: August 17, 2019
NC City: MILL SPRING - TRYON
Event: Saturday
Night Lights From carnival-style
entertainment to Carolina-inspired festivals, attendees can enjoy the
popular “Saturday Night Lights” event series every Saturday in October
at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC). The event includes free
activities like face painting, busker performances, live bands and rides
on a hand-painted Venetian carousel. The events are coupled with a grand
prix show jumping competition held in the George Morris Arena. Buy
carnival treats from vendor carts such as lemonade, popcorn, cotton
candy and roasted corn. Restaurant dining and shopping is also
available. Admission: TIEC admission and parking are free and open to
the public. |
Date: August 17,
2019
NC City: WILKESBORO
Event:
Candle Light Ghost Tours
Come out for an evening of
tales, mystery and haunts at the Candle Light Ghost Tours. Learn about
the ghosts that haunt the old buildings that make up downtown
Wilkesboro. Visit a cemetery where Civil War Soldiers are buried, stand
in the jail cell Tom Dooley spent his last days, and listen to the
stories of the haunted Smithey Hotel. Tickets will be sold on the
Courthouse lawn at the museum and at the Wilkesboro Open Air Market the
Friday before. Tours start at 8 PM |
Date:
August 17 - 18, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event:
Riders in
the Sky Perform at Tweetsie Railroad
Come hear America's Favorite Cowboys and Grammy
award-winning singers. The shows are included in
the Park admission but seating is on a first
come basis. Showtimes at noon and 3 PM. |
Date: August 17 - 18, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK / LINVILLE
Event: Grandfather
Mountain Amateur & Professional Camera Clinic
Top photographers gather at Grandfather
Mountain to present on the nuts and bolts of making good photographs.
This event is free to working members of the press, with an additional
cost for non-press professionals and amateurs. Online registration
begins July 18 at grandfather.com |
Date: August 18, 2019
NC City: MAGGIE VALLEY
Event:
Maggie Valley Concert Series “Music of
the 60s”
Live outdoor concert by the
Haywood Community Band. Bring a blanket or a chair, picnic supper and
enjoy the beautiful Maggie Valley sunset. Free and open to the public.
Held each 3rd Sunday from May through October at 6:30 PM. |
Date: August 19, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 21, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 23, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek - Troy
Underwood (Americana/Folk/Soul)
Live
concerts held every Friday night between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor
Day. The free outdoor performances take place at the Bridge Park
Pavilion beside Scott Creek in downtown Sylva on Fridays from 7:30-9:30
PM. All shows are family-friendly, drawing diverse audiences comprised
of locals and visitors alike. |
Date: August 23, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Music on Main Street : 96.5
House Band performs / Classic Car Show
The annual Music On Main
Street concert series will be held every Friday evening from June
through August. Music On Main Street showcases a diverse lineup of
musical talents, from jazz, pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music
with room to dance. There will also be a classic car show or corvette
show on alternate weeks sponsored by the Hendersonville Antique Car
Club. Bring a chair and enjoy the music from 7 PM - 9 PM. Admission is
FREE. |
Date: August 23, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Groovin on the Green This concert features Andrew Beam
Live summer music concert with great music in a stunning venue in the
beautiful weather. The summer concert series is held on Friday at 6:30
pm at the Village Commons. (Frank Allen Road – Next to the Post Office).
FREE event, but tips appreciated. |
Date:
August 23, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Backstreet Park Summer Concert Series in West
Jefferson - Gap
Civil
Free annual summer concert
series. Come
kick back and
enjoy the music
and the fresh
outdoors.
special thank
you to West
Jefferson
Business
Association for
helping us fund
this event
May through
October. |
Date: August 23, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 23, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
4th Friday Gallery Tour
An evening of Art, Wine and Food in Downtown Brevard. Every 4th Friday
of the month, from May through December. 5-9 PM.
|
Date: August 23 - 24, 2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event: The
Flat Rock Playhouse presents "Bee Gees Gold" Disco is
synonymous with one band, and when “one hears such sounds . . . what can
one say but,” The Bee Gees! Get ready to experience the unforgettable
three-part harmonies and iconic beats that became the soundtrack of a
generation. Audiences will do more than just “Stayin’ Alive”! Featuring
all the hits of the Bee Gees, this Music on the Rock concert will remind
everyone that “You Should Be Dancing” and enjoying a lively evening of
carefree fun and entertainment.. Admission
charged |
Date: August 23 - 25, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Comicon and Bigfoot University A full weekend around all things
comicon, adding a distinctive Cherokee twist. Come decked out in your
favorite Cherokee legend or cosplay character and compete in our
contest. Participate in panels about comics and Cherokee Legends. And if
the pursuit of Bigfoot is your game, come prepared to learn and engage.
We’ll host Bigfoot University and an Expedition, hold Bigfoot Talks, and
share the very latest in terms of the pursuit of this rather large and
hairy legend. |
Date: August 24, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Ashe County Farmers Market: Tomato Day at the Market; Music by Pig
Ankle Annie
The best homegrown, homemade and handmade items
in the High Country. Open every Saturday from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM,
April through October on Backstreet with a covered shelter and
bathrooms. |
Date: August 24, 2019
NC City: MILL SPRING - TRYON
Event: Saturday
Night Lights From carnival-style
entertainment to Carolina-inspired festivals, attendees can enjoy the
popular “Saturday Night Lights” event series every Saturday in October
at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC). The event includes free
activities like face painting, busker performances, live bands and rides
on a hand-painted Venetian carousel. The events are coupled with a grand
prix show jumping competition held in the George Morris Arena. Buy
carnival treats from vendor carts such as lemonade, popcorn, cotton
candy and roasted corn. Restaurant dining and shopping is also
available. Admission: TIEC admission and parking are free and open to
the public. |
Date: August 24, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 24, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Qualla Arts
and Crafts Open Air Indian Market The Open Air Indian Art Market
showcases traditional, handmade Cherokee arts and crafts. Come to shop
for authentic and unique gifts but stay for the music, food,
storytelling, and craft demonstrations. This outdoor event is held in
the Cultural District of Cherokee at Qualla Arts and Crafts. Music
provided by the Sound of Music. A traditional Cherokee meal will be
available for purchase for $10 per person by the North American Indian
Women’s Association (NAIWA). General admission is free to the public. |
Date: August 24, 2019
NC City: BRYSON CITY
Event:
Fontana Trestle Train Ft. BBQ & Brews
The
Barbeque and Brews Dinner Trains feature locally hand-crafted beer. plus
slow-cooked authentic North Carolina Barbeque. The train departs Bryson
City Depot at 7 PM and travels through the scenic mountain countryside
to the Fontana Trestle for a spectacular sunset. Check the site for base
ticket prices (adults over 21 only) which include a souvenir tasting
glass with three beer samples and a meal of pulled pork, homemade
coleslaw and apple pie. Additional beer will be available for purchase.
|
Date:
August 24, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Shindig
on the Green Held
outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, this
FREE event was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain
Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your
lawn chair or blanket, family and friends and join the fun eight summer
Saturdays. Performances include Long-standing house band The Stoney
Creek Boys Bluegrass and Old-Time String Bands, Big Circle Mountain
Dancers, Clog Dancers, Smooth Dancers, Ballad Singers and Storytellers.
If you love old time Mountain music and Bluegrass this is the place to
be. |
Date: August 24, 2019
NC City: ROBBINSVILLE
Event:
An Appalachian Evening - The Kruger Brothers
This
annual summer concert series offers an ever-changing schedule of
bluegrass, folk and old-time mountain music by award-winning artists —
quality entertainment for the entire family. Rich in cultural heritage,
An Appalachian Evening continues to be a favorite with locals and
visitors alike. All concerts at 7:30 pm in the air-conditioned Lynn L.
Shields Auditorium.
|
Date:
August 24, 2019
NC City: Just north of Boone in Galax VA
Event:
Blue Ridge Music Center Concert
- Fireside
Collective & The
Trailblazers
The Blue Ridge
Music Center
Summer Concert
Series is
performed rain
or shine. You
are welcome to
bring your own
picnic basket
(NO ALCOHOL
please) and
encouraged to
bring a lawn
chair. Phone
ticket sales
through BRPF
Office end at
Noon on Friday
and are
available online
up to 12 hours
before the
concert. The
Galax Smokehouse
serves BBQ,
sides and drinks
at each concert.
Check the
website for
details about
the performers
and concerts |
Date:
August 24 - 25, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Railroad
Heritage 2019 at Tweetsie Railroad
A once per year event for
railroad enthusiasts of all ages. Enjoy a very special weekend
celebrating the history of Tweetsie Railroad, the ET & WNC Railroad and
mountain culture. Traditional dance and craft demonstrations by the
Cherokee Tsalagi Program will also be featured on Saturday. |
Date: August 26, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 28, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 29 - September 8, 2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event: The
Flat Rock Playhouse presents "Rounding Third" A Bro-medy.
Rounding third to come home at Flat Rock Playhouse. From behind the
baseline, two coaches pick a side: How to raise children? Protect or
toughen? What defines the American man? Lots of laughs! But there’s no
crying in baseball!.. Admission charged |
Date: August 30, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 30, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek - Maggie
Valley Band (Americana)
Live concerts held every Friday night between Memorial Day Weekend and
Labor Day. The free outdoor performances take place at the Bridge Park
Pavilion beside Scott Creek in downtown Sylva on Fridays from 7:30-9:30
PM. All shows are family-friendly, drawing diverse audiences comprised
of locals and visitors alike. |
Date:
August 30, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Backstreet Park Summer Concert Series in West
Jefferson - Zephyr
Lightning Bolts
Free annual summer concert
series. Come
kick back and
enjoy the music
and the fresh
outdoors.
special thank
you to West
Jefferson
Business
Association for
helping us fund
this event
May through
October. |
Date: August 30, 2019
NC City: LITTLE SWITZERLAND
Event:
Black Light nighttime Mine Underground Tour
Black Light is the common name for ultraviolet light because it is
invisible to human sight. Be amazed by the bright colors in the Bon Ami
Mine revealed with short-wave ultraviolet lights. Bon Ami Mine is one of
the few places in the world where you can visit an underground mine at
night and see brightly flowing fluorescent Hyalite Opal and other rare
minerals. No reservations needed. Admission charged. |
Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Groovin' On The Green The
last concert of the series features Mac Arnold and a Plate Full O'
Blues
Live summer music concert with great music in a stunning venue in the
beautiful weather. The summer concert series is held on Friday at 6:30
pm at the Village Commons. (Frank Allen Road – Next to the Post Office).
FREE event, but tips appreciated. |
Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: MILL SPRING - TRYON
Event: Saturday
Night Lights From carnival-style
entertainment to Carolina-inspired festivals, attendees can enjoy the
popular “Saturday Night Lights” event series every Saturday in October
at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC). The event includes free
activities like face painting, busker performances, live bands and rides
on a hand-painted Venetian carousel. The events are coupled with a grand
prix show jumping competition held in the George Morris Arena. Buy
carnival treats from vendor carts such as lemonade, popcorn, cotton
candy and roasted corn. Restaurant dining and shopping is also
available. Admission: TIEC admission and parking are free and open to
the public. |
Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee
Bonfire Spend the evening by a roaring bonfire among Cherokee
storytellers and dancers as they tell tales and dance traditional dances
of days gone by. Stories often feature native myths, survival skills,
and history passed down through generations of the Cherokee people.
Dances showcase authentic 17th-century dress and traditional Cherokee
music. Enjoy marshmallows for roasting and beverages. |
Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: LITTLE SWITZERLAND
Event:
Black Light nighttime Mine Underground Tour
Black Light is the common name for ultraviolet light because it is
invisible to human sight. Be amazed by the bright colors in the Bon Ami
Mine revealed with short-wave ultraviolet lights. Bon Ami Mine is one of
the few places in the world where you can visit an underground mine at
night and see brightly flowing fluorescent Hyalite Opal and other rare
minerals. No reservations needed. Admission charged. |
Date:
August 30, 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Backstreet Park Summer Concert Series in West
Jefferson - Zephyr
Lightning Bolts
Free annual summer concert
series held
every 3rd and
4th Friday at
the Ashe County
Farmers Market.
The best
homegrown,
homemade and
handmade items
in the High
Country can be
found at the
Market, open
every Saturday
from 8:00 AM
until 2:00 PM
May through
October. |
Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: ROBBINSVILLE
Event:
An Appalachian Evening - Wayne Henderson & Helen White
This
annual summer concert series offers an ever-changing schedule of
bluegrass, folk and old-time mountain music by award-winning artists —
quality entertainment for the entire family. Rich in cultural heritage,
An Appalachian Evening continues to be a favorite with locals and
visitors alike. All concerts at 7:30 pm in the air-conditioned Lynn L.
Shields Auditorium.
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Date:
August 31, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Shindig
on the Green Held
outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, this
FREE event was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain
Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your
lawn chair or blanket, family and friends and join the fun eight summer
Saturdays. Performances include Long-standing house band The Stoney
Creek Boys Bluegrass and Old-Time String Bands, Big Circle Mountain
Dancers, Clog Dancers, Smooth Dancers, Ballad Singers and Storytellers.
If you love old time Mountain music and Bluegrass this is the place to
be. |
Date: August 30 - 31, 2019
NC City: LAKE JUNALUSKA
Event:
Annual Smoky Mountain Folk Festival The 50th Annual
Smoky Mountain Folk Festival, to be held at Lake Junaluska Conference &
Retreat Center, will offer two nights of the finest traditional music
and dance of the Southern Appalachian Region. The main shows begin at
6:30 p.m. on the grand stage of Stuart Auditorium overlooking beautiful
Lake Junaluska. Both nights will include a rich variety of the region's
finest fiddlers, banjo players, string bands, ballad singers, buck
dancers, and square dance teams as well as the marvelous sounds of
dulcimer, harmonica, jew's harp, bagpipes, spoons, saws, and folk
ensembles. |
Date: August 30 - September 2, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Annual North Carolina Apple Festival
This annual Labor Day Weekend Event features a street fair on
Historic Main Street including: entertainment, arts and crafts, apple
products, children and youth activities, special exhibits, food and the
King Apple Parade on Labor Day. Get specific hours and schedule of
events on the website. Street Fair - Fri-Sun 10:00 AM-8:00 PM from 6th
Ave-Caswell St; mini-festival on Mon. 10:00 AM-5:00 PM from 2nd
Ave-Caswell St., King Apple Parade on Labor Day at 2:30 PM |
Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Ooh La La Curiosity Market
An outdoor market in Pritchard Park featuring
works by local painters, leather smiths, jewelry makers, potters
,up-cycled crafters, and other curious delights, all beneath the
colored canopies of large market umbrellas. In addition to the
artists, the market will also feature live local music with up
three musical acts performing and will include everything from
a solo saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
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Date: August 31, 2019
NC City: LITTLE SWITZERLAND
Event:
Black Light nighttime Mine Underground Tour
Black Light is the common name for ultraviolet light because it
is invisible to human sight. Be amazed by the bright colors in
the Bon Ami Mine revealed with short-wave ultraviolet lights.
Bon Ami Mine is one of the few places in the world where you can
visit an underground mine at night and see brightly flowing
fluorescent Hyalite Opal and other rare minerals. No
reservations needed. Admission: $15/adults; $10/students and
seniors |
Date:
August 31, 2019
NC City: Just north of Boone in Galax VA
Event:
Blue Ridge Music Center Concert
- J2B2
John Jorgenson
Bluegrass Band
and Cane Mill
Road
The Blue Ridge
Music Center
Summer Concert
Series is
performed rain
or shine. You
are welcome to
bring your own
picnic basket
(NO ALCOHOL
please) and
encouraged to
bring a lawn
chair. Phone
ticket sales
through BRPF
Office end at
Noon on Friday
and are
available online
up to 12 hours
before the
concert. The
Galax Smokehouse
serves BBQ,
sides and drinks
at each concert.
Check the
website for
details about
the performers
and concerts |
Date: August 31 - September 1, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
7 Clans
Rodeo It’s not too late to take home the summer’s biggest trout.
And biggest purse. Your $11 entry fee lets you compete for your share of
$20,000 in the pristine, freestone streams of Cherokee (excluding the
2.2 miles of catch-and-release waters). For those unfamiliar with tagged
tourneys, you’ll discover the waters stocked with fish tagged with
different colors. Tagged fish will be specially stocked for this event,
and when you catch one, you redeem it for cash prizes ranging from $25
to $5,000 at the Natural Resources Enforcement Office located at 5175
Sequoyah Trail of Hwy 441. Register to anywhere fishing licenses are
sold. Fishing will start a one hour before sunrise and end one hour
after sunset each day. Open to all ages and for all legal fishing
methods. Prize redemption will run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. each day.
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Date:
August 31 - September 1, 2019
NC City: MAGGIE
VALLEY
Event:
Maggie Valley
Labor Day
Weekend Craft
Show
Artists and
crafters from
throughout the
Southeast will
present a
variety of
unique handmade
crafts and
jewelry. Food
vendors will be
available to the
public. Bring a
non-perishable
food item to be
donated to the
Maggie Valley
Methodist Church
Food Pantry, and
receive a raffle
ticket so you
will have a
chance to win a
handmade item
donated by one
of the talented
artisans
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Date:
August 31 - September 1, 2019
NC City: BANNER ELK
Event: Art
on the Green
The show takes
place on the
green in front
of the Historic
Banner Elk
School, with
proceeds from
booth rentals
going directly
to renovation
efforts for the
1930s-era
school.
Considered a
"master craft"
event the show
is geared toward
artists who are
involved in any
medium in the
Appalachian
tradition of
hand crafters.
There will be
glass artists,
potters, and
high-quality
jewelry from all
types of makers,
wood workers of
all varieties
from furniture
to home decor
wood items, as
well as painters
in a variety of
mediums –
watercolor,
acrylic and oil. |
Date:
August 31 - September 1, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Cashiers Valley Arts and Crafts Fair The
Cashiers Village Green will be filled with color and creativity for the
6th annual Arts and Crafts Fair. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of
Cashiers Valley. The Arts and Crafts Fair will run from 10:00 AM to 5:00
PM on both Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine. The event showcases some
of the finest arts and craftspeople in the Southeast, there will be
pottery, artworks, furniture, quilts, jewelry, and clothing. The Rotary
Club of Cashiers Valley will also run a concessions stand, with its
special hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, and drinks on sale.
Admission is FREE! Instead of a paid admission, attendees of the
arts and crafts fair are asked to consider making a donation to the
Cashiers Rotary Club Charities, which support the Club's ongoing efforts
to aid and provide assistance for recognized non-profit organizations
doing good work in our community.
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Date:
August 31 - September 2, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Labor Day
Weekend Family
Fun at Chimney
Rock State Park
Enjoy
the last holiday
weekend of
summer
experiencing
what makes
Chimney Rock the
ideal place to
play. Climb,
hike and even
learn during
this family-fun
packed weekend.
The adventurous
in your gang can
attempt the
32-foot climbing
tower. Those
more suited for
feet on the
ground can take
in the amazing
views. Even the
youngest of
guests are sure
to love meeting
some of the Park
Animal Educators
during Family
Animal
Encounters.
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Music and Live Theatre: |
When: Various Times
Where: NC Mountains and Foothills
What:
Blue Ridge Music Trails
A guide to the traditional music of the
NC Mountains and Foothills. |
When: Saturday 7 PM, June - Oct
Where: Bryson City Train Depot
What:
Music in the Mountains Regional
talent is showcased in a relaxed,
outdoor venue located in the heart of
historic downtown. Bring a chair or
blanket and settle in for an evening
of great music. 828-488-3681 |
When: Friday 7 PM, all year
Where: Old Fort NC
What: Old Time Mountain Music - for more than a decade, folks have
gathered to hear and play bluegrass and
traditional mountain music.
Nobody’s paid, everyone’s welcome and
coffee and sodas are still just a
quarter! |
When: Saturdays 7:30 -
10:30 PM
Where: Old Fort NC
What: Tracks Music and Dance -
music and dancing at the Tracks Event
Center located just outside Old Fort.
The house band is, Rewind, playing a mix
of 50s, 60s, 70s, a little country and
bluegrass plus special requests! Free
line dancing classes from 6:00 - 7:00 PM |
When: Sundays, 2 PM - 4 PM
Where: Old Fort NC
What: Informal Jam on the Porch -
Bring an instrument or bring an ear!
Happening each Sunday on the porch at
the Mountain Gateway Museum in downtown. |
When: various times, all
year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
Diana Wortham Theatre
A variety of professional and touring
music, dance and theatrical performances.
Dining discounts and special
performances offered. |
When: First Monday, Oct -
May
Where: Brevard NC
What:
Brevard Music Center First Mondays
Classical music performances by local
and touring professionals. |
When: June-August
Where: Brevard
What:
Brevard Music Center An
annual festival of classical, chamber
and opera performances by students,
faculty and guest musicians. The
Center is considered one of the premier
summer training programs and festivals
in the US. |
When: May-August
WWhere: Brevard
WWhat:
Sounds of Silvermont
Local musicians in a jam session playing
bluegrass, country, gospel and more. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville
What:
North Carolina Stage Company
Professional productions, with the best
actors, directors and designers from
Asheville and across the country. |
When: 7-9 PM,
Thursdays, All year
Where: Marion NC, downtown Depot
What:
Bluegrass Music Jam Open to
all musicians, no scheduled performers.
Outdoors, bring chairs or blankets. Free |
When: 7 PM Fridays
Where: Marion
What: Woody's Original Mountain Music
An ever changing line up of
musicians and musical styles! Join the
fun along with Max Woody and friends. |
When: 7 PM Fridays,
June - August
Where: Downtown Hendersonville
What: Music on Main
Concert series featuring
" oldies rock, beach music, variety and
top 40 music. Bring a chair and enjoy
the music, admission is free |
When: Feb - Dec, various dates
Where: Flat Rock, Hendersonville
What: Flat Rock Playhouse
The
theatre season includes world premieres
and standard Broadway musicals,
comedy, and drama. Music on the Rocks
concert series with pop to country. |
When: Most Saturday nights
Where: Saluda NC
What:
The Party Place and Event Center&
LLive music with country, top 40's,
oldies, beach, southern rock and a
variety of good party music for
listening and dancing.The facility and
grounds are available for special
events. |
When: All yearr />
Where: Franklin NC
What: Smoky
Mountain Center for the Performing
Arts A 1,500 seat
state-of-the-art facility presents the
finest in performing arts to the
surrounding towns. |
When: Thursdays, 6:30 PM, 6-23
to 9-1
Where: Banner Elk NC
What:
Concerts in the
Banner Elk Town Park Gathers
in the town park for a summer concert.
Performers range from bluegrass to
beach, to country, to top 40, to blues,
to jazz, to Motown, to big band |
When: Thursdays, 7:30 PM,
June-Aug
Where: Black Mountain NC
What:
The Park Rhythms Outdoor Concert
A variety of
musical groups from throughout the
region provide live music in the
picturesque setting of Lake Tomahawk |
When: 2nd Sun., 7-9 PM, April -
Oct
Where: Blowing Rock NC
What:
Jazz Concerts Blowing
Rock Jazz Society performs. General
Admission is $20 for non-members, $5 for
students and FREE to BRJS Members |
When: Fridays, 7-9 PM,
June - August
WWhere: Canton NC
WWhat:
Pickin' in the Park. Free
concerts with Live bands and clogging
groups at the Canton Recreation Park.
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When: Fridays, 7PM,
June - August
Where: Newland NC
What: Friday Night Free
Concert.
(Weather-permitting) held at the
Riverwalk Bandstand local musicians
perform. Food vendors available. |
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NC Parks, Nature Programs: |
When: All year, some closings
Where: Northwest NC Mountains
What: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Events
throughout the year. View the full
calendar online. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
North Carolina Arboretum Touring and permanent exhibits,
events and educational programs. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Special events and programs, wild walks,
Junior Naturalist program, wildlife
workshops and more. |
When: various times, all
year
Where: Asheville NC
What: Grandfather
Mountain Special
programs with naturalists, Habitat
tours, Special kids events, Junior
Ranger programs, walks and hikes |
When: All year
Where: Chimney Rock NC
What: Chimney
Rock Park Nature Programs
and hikes Learn the secrets and
wonders of nature, attend photography or
dulcimer workshops or enjoy special
events and campouts. |
When: All year, Mon-Sat
Where: Brevard NC area
What:
Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education Exhibits,
special programs, fishing, Nature Nuts
and Eco Explorers |
When: All year, various
times
Where: Nebo, near Marion NC
What:
Lake James Park Programs
Ranger conducted hikes, nature programs,
boat trips and special events. Free to
the public. |
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Art and Crafts: |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
The Folk Art Center Touring
exhibits, craft demonstrations, special
events, educational opportunities and
workshops. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
North Carolina Arboretum Touring and permanent exhibits,
events and educational programs. |
When: 5 PM 4th Friday, May
- Oct
Where: Brevard NC
What:
4th Friday Gallery Tour An
evening of Art, Wine and Food in
Downtown
Brevard |
When: All Year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
River Arts District
daily open studio
tours and special events. Over 120
artists in an historic setting with
restaurants and a brewery. |
When: May - Nov, 10 AM -
4 PM
Where: Blowing Rock NC
What:
Craft demonstrations
Members of the renowned Southern
Highland Craft Guild demonstrate
traditional and contemporary crafts. |
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Miscellaneous activities: |
When: All year, Mon - Sat
Where: Bryson City NC
What:
Marianna Black Library Special events, classic
movies, Anime Club, Music programs,
Artisan displays |
When: May - October
Where: Between Spruce Pine and Little
Switzerland on Parkway
What:
The Orchard at Alta Pass Live
mountain music and
mountain dancing, storytelling and
hayrides, monarch butterfly raising,
naturalist tours and birding walks,
arts and handwork demonstrations,
book signings and more. |
When: 6 PM, 1st Fridays, May -
Dec
Where: Sylva NC
What: Sylva After Dark
A night of arts, dining, music,
refreshments, shopping and more. |
When: All year
Where: Mount Airy NC
What:
The Surry Arts Council Performing
and visual arts events |
When: last Saturdays, 9-11 AM
Where: Black Mountain NC
What: Cruz-N
Black Mountain. Classic and
custom cars, trucks and motorcycles in
downtown at the visitor center. |
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