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Events and Festivals
happen throughout the North Carolina mountains both seasonally and year
around and include North Carolina Art and Crafts Festivals, mountain
music festivals, horse shows, golf tournaments and outdoor
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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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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
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| 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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This week's Featured Event in the mountains: |
Date: May 27, 2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival
The grounds of the Carl Sandburg
National Historic Site come alive with folk music which was an important
part of Carl Sandburg's life along with his guitar playing and singing
as well as his writing. The annual folk festival honors Carl Sandburg
and his preservation of traditional folk music as found in his
collection The American Songbag. The festival's performers each
skillfully demonstrate the tradition of performing live music to tell
stories while capturing the heritage of America through song. This
year's festival features bluegrass, blues, jazz and swing. |
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Date: Now - June 20, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Smiles of Spring Photo Contest at Chimney Rock State Park.
It’s hard not to crack a smile while enjoying amazing views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge from on top of the Chimney. Capture photos of your family and friends enjoying the Park and enter them into our spring photo contest for a chance to win fabulous prizes. 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: Now - May
27,
2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
A Vanderbilt House Party - The Gilded Age at Biltmore Experience a turn-of-the-century celebration through vivid audio storytelling and displays of clothing recreated from Vanderbilt photos and portraits. A custom Exhibition Audio Guided Tour* immerses you in an era of leisurely days and glamorous nights—realistic 360° sound techniques and stories told by characters based on people who lived and worked at Biltmore in the early 1900s allow you to imagine you are there as guests and staff prepare for A Vanderbilt House Party. Included with admission. |
Date:
Now - May 23,
2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Biltmore Blooms
Biltmore's gardens, designed by Frederick Law
Olmsted, are alive with color as spring arrives.
Enjoy special events and the beauty of tulips,
azaleas, and countless other flowers during
Biltmore Blooms. Guests will
be able to step down into the Winter Garden to
enjoy a display of exotic orchids intimately,
just as George and Edith Vanderbilt's guests
might have. Some of the plants will be the same
species that were planned for the Biltmore
Conservatory in 1894. Outdoors, enjoy a
beautiful
progression of blooms from tulips to
pansies, azaleas, and much more. |
Date:
May 1 - 5, 2019
NC City:
FERGUSON (near Boone)
Event:
Mule Days at Leatherwood Mountain
A family
oriented celebration of the mule.
Enjoy trail rides, fun show, trail
obstacle competition, parade of
mules, educational demonstrations,
Dutch oven cook off, and a variety
of vendors, Saturday night dinner
with Band. Spectators are free. Stalls and camping available, call Leatherwood Mountains to make reservations 336-973-5044.
Check out Facebook page Mule Days at Leatherwood for info on other events and activities going on that week
www.facebook.com/muledaysatleatherwood/ |
Date:
May 2 - 5, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Savor Blowing Rock - a Celebration of Food and Drink
Now in its 12th year, this
festival celebrates the excitement of spring in
the Blue Ridge with the best in cuisine, wine,
and beer. Enjoy pairings, dinners, seminars,
entertainments, and the Grand Tasting. |
Date:
May 2 - 12, 2019
NC City: FLAT
ROCK
Event: Flat
Rock Playhouse presents: COUNTRY ROYALTY Hank and Patsy Jason Petty as Hank Williams and Katie Deal as Patsy Cline. A homecoming tribute to the Country Royalty who touched our hearts and souls. Songs that transcend time and culture. Come share an evening of music with your extended Playhouse family. |
Date: May
3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
25th Annivesary Party of Highlands
Brewery Come on out to the brewery on May 3rd for what is sure to be the party of the (quarter) century.
Theu will premier the newest year-round beer, a collaboration with one of the coolest breweries in the country, and a ton of limited small batch releases. Of course,
there will also be some of the finest entertainment WNC has to offer. |
Date: May
3, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Asheville Downtown Gallery Association Art Walk
Enjoy the
fine art and craft of the Asheville Downtown
Gallery Association. Within a half-mile radius
of Pack Square and the city's center, you'll
find unparalleled diversity from fine studio
crafts, to glass, photography, folk art and
contemporary painting, metalwork, textiles,
jewelry and more by local, regional, national
and international artists.
The Walks take place each first Friday from
5-8PM, April through December.
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Date: May 3, 2019
NC City: MURPHY
Event:
Murphy Art Walk
The Art
Walk takes place each first Friday, May through
December from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM. Stroll through
historic downtown Murphy for an exquisite
visual, culinary, and performing arts experience
with more than 20 businesses participating
including Art Galleries. Music, Fine Dining,
Live Demonstrations and Performances. FREE and
open to the public |
Date: May 3, 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: May 3, 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.
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Date: May
3 2019
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Ashe Civic Center Music Concerts:
Sauce Boss Live musical performances in a personal setting with great local and regional performers.
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM. Admission: Prices vary by performance.
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Date: May
3 - 5, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Annual Asheville Herb Festival
The WNC Chapter of the NC Herb Association represents
an
incredibly wide variety of herbalists and herb businesses in North
Carolina: herb growers and vendors, natural gardening and
landscaping specialists, and makers of herbal ointments, balms,
soaps, teas, medicines, and other products. Join more than 25,000 other herb lovers
to celebrate this annual Asheville Herb Festival held at the WNC Farmers
Market.
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Date:
May 3 - 5, 2019
NC City: HOT SPRINGS
Event:
Annual French Broad River Festival
The
Festival is a benefit for American Whitewater,
The Mountain Area Child & Family Center and Hot
Springs Community Learning Center. Located
just 35 minutes north of Asheville at Hot
Springs Campground and Spa, this family-friendly
weekend includes great regional and national
recording artists. Enjoy shopping for new
outdoor gear at the Live Auction or with one of
the many art and craft vendors. Try
participating in the "Paddle with the Pros", the
8th Annual FBRF Mountain Bike Race, or the 16th
Annual French Broad River Raft Race. The River
Festival is an entire weekend of fun, family,
art, music and adventure.
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Date: May 3
- 5, 2019
NC City: MAGGIE VALLEY
Event:
Thunder in the Smokies Spring Rally
Come ride in the Great
Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and on the
Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy Tour Rides, Music
Concerts, Bike Builders, Bike Games, Bike Show,
Prizes, Vendors and much more during our three
day rally! All bikes and ages welcomed. Gates
open at 11am - 11pm on Friday, 9am - 11pm on
Saturday and 9am - 4pm on Sunday. |
Date: May 3 - 5, 2019
NC City: BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY NEAR LITTLE
SWITZERLAND
Event:
Live music and More at the historic Orchard at Alta Pass
Opens for the 2019 season through October.
Live music and mountain dancing,
storytelling and hayrides, monarch butterfly raising, naturalist tours
and birding walks, arts and handwork demonstrations, book signings and
more, every week, This season will feature Super Saturdays,
special Appalachian heritage activities for kids age 6-12. Each Super
Saturday, kids learn how to weave a garden loom, carve figures in sweet
potatoes, play a harmonica or wilderness survival. FREE and open to the
public |
Date: May 4, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Saturday Night Lights at TIEC Everyone is invited! Whether you’re looking for a free, kid-friendly event for some quality family time, a group outing or the perfect date night, TIEC at Tryon Resort is for all who love horses, outdoor living and an active lifestyle, and
there is something for everyone. Free parking
and admission, free entertainment such as live
music, entertainers and magicians,
face-painting, pony rides, carousel rides, and
more, followed by world-class Grand Prix show
jumping competition. Fair-style concessions. |
Date:
May 4, 2019
NC City:
MOUNT AIRY
Event:
Budbreak Wine and Craft Beer
Festival
This festival includes wine and its
makers, craft beer from NC
breweries, great food from local
eateries or the tent pavilion and
live music from some of the best
local musicians.12 PM - 6 PM in
downtown Mount Airy. |
Date:
May 4, 2019
NC City:
RUTHERFORDTON
Event:
MayFest
2019 Saturday begins with the Gears and Gables scenic cycling ride benefiting Rutherford Housing Partnership. The day continues with the MAYFEST street festival featuring arts and crafts, face painting, hands-on activities and a diverse selection of food and homemade sweets. Kids will have a ball inside Play Land, filled with inflatables, mechanical rides and a rock-climbing wall.
The entertainment will keep you moving all day and includes dance performances and live music by the Caleb Gilbert Band and Wiregrass on the courthouse lawn. |
Date:
May 4, 2019
NC City: NEBO
Event:
Vineyard Deck Music Series -
Rory Kelly Performs - Kings Never Sleep.
Come to South
Creek Winery and a listen to great local
music. Tastings include the glass
and are $6, $7 or $10 depending on the wines you choose.
The music events are rain or shine (if questionable weather, please call to inquire) and provided to South Creek Customers at no admission fee, unless it is a stated ticketed event. Tasting room opens at 11 am with wine tasting for a nominal fee; music begins at 1
PM.
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Date: May
4-5,
2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Spring Boy Scout Day and Campout
Scouts have been exploring and investigating Chimney Rock for decades. Our annual Spring Boy Scout Day is one of the best ways to see all that the Park has to offer. Enjoy morning programs, optional afternoon activities and the rare opportunity to spend the night beneath the stars with other scouts. Visit our website for detailed program information. Call 828.625.9611 to register. |
Date:
May 4 - 5, 2019
NC City:
WAYNESVILLE
Event: Annual Ramp Festival
An annual
celebration featuring live music,
clogging, and food cooked with
ramps, a delectable wild onion that
grows in the mountains and is know
for its pungent aroma and intense
flavor. There are dozens of ramp
recipes and the native vegetable may
be eaten raw or cooked. |
Date: May 6, 2019
NC City: MARION
Event: Annual Glenwood Ruritan
Walleye Fishing Tournament
Formerly the Thomas E. McDivitt and Bill Lee
Memorial Walleye Tournament, this is now the
event is held rain or shineas participants seek the
champion walleye. Entry fee of $25.00 per
person. Monetary prizes will be awarded in
various categories as well as drawings for other
prizes. |
Date: May 8 - 12, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Tryon Equestrian Spring Horse Show - 2 This popular event
showcases the l equestrian event Hunter/
Jumper
competition and takes place at the Tryon
International Equestrian Center. A variety of onsite lodging is available for competitors and spectators. |
Date: May 9 - 12, 2019
NC City: BLACK MOUNTAIN
Event:
LEAF - Lake Eden Art Festival
LEAF is one of the treasured traditions for
families and friends across the southeast. Held annually in May and
October at Camp Rockmont in Black Mountain, a weekend at LEAF is the
equivalent of going on a year-long multi-cultural music, arts, dance,
and outdoor adventures journey to "recharges your batteries". A few
aspects that make LEAF popular is the family friendly atmosphere, the
diverse sampling of arts and music, the beautiful setting, and the
intimate size. Get schedules and details online. |
Date: May
10 - 12, 2019
NC City: Franklin
Event:
Annual Mother's Day Gemboree
A Gem show featuring dealers from across the United
States. Rough and cut gemstones,
minerals, lapidary equipment and
much more. Sponsored by the Franklin
Chamber of Commerce.
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Date: May
11,
2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Naturalist Niche: Spring Wildflowers Treat mom to a morning of wildflower exploration. This moderate
hike will help you learn about our colorful spring flowers. You’ll be surprised to find such a variety of plants within such a small area of the Park. Along the way, we’ll also touch on other local flora and fauna. You will descend the Four Seasons Trail from the top lot, but you won’t have to hike back up. Transportation will be provided. |
Date: May
11, 2019
NC City: Franklin
Event:
Annual Airing of the Quilts
Sponsored by over 30 downtown merchants, the Airing of the Quilts is an outdoor quilt show that showcases this timeless piece of our Appalachian heritage. See quilts displayed all throughout Historic Downtown Franklin as businesses and homeowners will be hanging quilts from their store fronts and porches that will create an unbelievable burst of spring color throughout the Town of Franklin, NC.
In addition, the Airing of the Quilts celebration will feature Quilting Vendors, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Quilting Demonstrations , Great Giveaways and much, much more!
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Date: May 11, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Saturday Night Lights at TIEC Everyone is invited! Whether you’re looking for a free, kid-friendly event for some quality family time, a group outing or the perfect date night, TIEC at Tryon Resort is for all who love horses, outdoor living and an active lifestyle, and
there is something for everyone.
Free parking and admission, free
entertainment such as live music,
entertainers and magicians,
face-painting, pony rides, carousel
rides, and more, followed by
world-class Grand Prix show jumping
competition. Fair-style concessions. |
Date: May
11, 2019
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event: The
Whole Bloomin' Thing Spring Festival
This Annual Festival is held in Waynesville's
Historic Frog Level. A premier spring festival
in Haywood County, it kicks off the growing
season with beautiful flowering baskets,
vegetable and herb starts, berry bushes, and
potted ornamental plants to jumpstart your
garden. Local artisans will offer a wide range
of nature-inspired gifts and crafts- from
baskets and birdhouses to soaps and stemware,
pottery and jewelry to metal sculptures and
flower planters, and dozens of other handmade
creations. Enjoy fresh cheese, homemade
preserves and jellies, BBQ and burgers, veggie
wraps, ice cream and desserts will be available
all day long. Live music and entertainment will
be provided throughout the day by local
musicians and dancers. |
Date: May
11,
2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Naturalist Niche: Spring Wildflowers Treat mom to a morning of wildflower exploration. This moderate
hike will help you learn about our colorful spring flowers. You’ll be surprised to find such a variety of plants within such a small area of the Park. Along the way, we’ll also touch on other local flora and fauna. You will descend the Four Seasons Trail from the top lot, but you won’t have to hike back up. Transportation will be provided. |
Date: May
11-12, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Mother's Day Weekend Admission Special
Buy one regularly-priced adult admission and Mom
or Grandma gets one free. Bring your family
together and treat mom to beautiful scenery with
spring wildflowers. Buy one regularly-priced
adult admission and mom or grandma receives one
free with online coupon.
Download the
special coupon - Coupon must be presented (in
print or on your mobile device) to the Ticket
Plaza at the time of purchase.
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Date: May 11 -
12, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event: Fiber
Weekend at The Folk Art Center
A
celebration of textile arts.
Throughout the weekend, craftspeople will be
sharing their inspiration and expertise as the
Southern Highland Craft Guild hosts Fiber
Weekend 2016. Educational craft demonstrations
will include: spinning groups, quilting bees,
yarn circles, weaving and more. The Annual
Fashion Show of Wearable Art will be held on
Saturday
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Date: May 12, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Mothers' Day Brunch at TIEC Legends Club
10am – 2pm Price: $34.95/Adult & $15.95/Child
Reservations Required: 828-863-1000. Enjoyr an
incredible Mother’s Day on the back porch of
Legends Club - a delicious buffet of traditional
breakfast and lunch favorites along with a cash
bar.
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Date: May
12, 2019
NC City: GRASSY CREEK (near West Jefferson)
Event:
River House Inn & Restaurant Mothers Day Sunday Salon with Lisa Baldwin and David Haney With careers that include several appearances on "Prairie Home Companion" and innumerable concerts from Birmingham's City Stages to Black Mountain Music Festival (NC), the Songwriters Showcase at the IBMA World of Bluegrass in Louisville, Kentucky, the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion (VA/TN) and more, this popular duo brings the sounds
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Date: May
12,
2019
NC City: RONDA
Event:
Mamma
Mia! Mother's Day Brunch
Celebrate tua madre with a brunch at Raffaldini Vineyards! Tickets includes brunch and 2 glasses of wine. $50 plus tax per person.
Live music from noon - 4PM. Check the website
for menu. |
Date: May 15 - 19, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Tryon Equestrian Spring Horse Show - 3 This popular event
showcases the l equestrian event Hunter/
Jumper
competition and takes place at the Tryon
International Equestrian Center. A variety of onsite lodging is available for competitors and spectators.
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Date: May
17, 2019
NC
City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Downtown After
Five
Free
live music
entertainment in
downtown
Asheville.
Headlining this
month is CHA WA.
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: May
17 - 18,
2019
NC City: BLACK MOUNTAIN
Event:
Annual Black Mountain Garden Show and Sale The Garden Sale selection of plants cover perennials, annuals, herbs, vegetables, native trees, shrubs, maples, iris, daylilies, hostas and garden accessories.
Garden related workshops will be conducted throughout the day. Come early to purchase items from the Clothesline Fundraising Event which supports the Black Mountain Beautification Committee. Parking is free and food is available at the hotel. Returning vendors and new vendors make this an annual event not to be missed.
Admission: Free
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Date: May 17
- 18, 2019
NC City: MAGGIE VALLEY
Event:
Icons of Hotrodding Festival 1950s and 1960s Hotrod and Custom Car and Truck event, Show & Shine, Contests, 50s music, Vendors, Judging |
Date:
May 17 - June 1, 2019
NC City: FLAT
ROCK
Event: Flat
Rock Playhouse presents: Neil Simon's PROPOSALS
A family divided. A family returning home. Healing and redemption in a heartfelt and hilarious “dramedy” by one of America’s most prolific playwrights. An American family sitcom. Rediscover the love! |
Date: May 18, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Saturday Night Lights at TIEC Everyone is invited! Whether you’re looking for a free, kid-friendly event for some quality family time, a group outing or the perfect date night, TIEC at Tryon Resort is for all who love horses, outdoor living and an active lifestyle, and
there is something for everyone.
Free parking and admission, free
entertainment such as live music,
entertainers and magicians,
face-painting, pony rides, carousel
rides, and more, followed by
world-class Grand Prix show jumping
competition. Fair-style concessions. |
Date: May
18,
2019
NC City: SALUDA
Event:
Saluda Arts Festival
Cultivating and promoting its heritage in the Arts, the Saluda Business Association and Saluda Downtown Foundation invite you to the 16th Annual Saluda Arts Festival. Showcasing fine arts and crafts from local and regional artists, the Saluda Arts Festival draws thousands of spring tourists visiting Western North Carolina and crowds of locals from the surrounding Tri-State areas.
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Date: May
18,
2019
NC City: NORTH WILKESBORO
Event: Concerts on the Deck
- The Castaways
Dance the evening away to jazz, beach music and country rock. Free outdoor music series with food, drinks and
a large dance floor.
Sponsored by Window World. Convenient parking deck located at the intersection of 9th Street and the CBD Loop.
Held the 3rd Saturday rain or shine, May - October. Admission: Free
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Date: May
18,
2019
NC City: MARS HILL
Event: Madison County Barn Tour Event From barns to barbecue, from Appalachian arts to country music, Madison
County Barn Day will celebrate mountain culture and good times. The big
event begins with a narrated bus tour of several historically
significant barns of Madison County. The tour will be followed by a
dinner with entertainment by local musicians and a country auction.
Admission charged |
Date:
May 18, 2019
NC City: NEBO
Event:
Vineyard Deck Music Series - Hank Barbee.
Come to South
Creek Winery and a listen to great local
music. Tastings include the glass
and are $6, $7 or $10 depending on the wines you choose.
The music events are rain or shine (if questionable weather, please call to inquire) and provided to South Creek Customers at no admission fee, unless it is a stated ticketed event. Tasting room opens at 11 am with wine tasting for a nominal fee; music begins at 1
PM.
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Date: May 18, 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 each Saturday and will include everything from a solo
saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
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Date: May 18 - 19, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Spring Girl Scout Day and Campout Girl
Scouts of all ages may enjoy their own special days at Chimney Rock
State Park. Nearly 1,000 acres make an incredible backdrop to a variety
of programs that are educational and fun. And the fun doesn't stop when
the sun goes down - the 5-acre Meadows is the perfect place to spend a
night under the stars. See the
Scouts page for detailed program
descriptions.
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Date: May
20,
2019
NC City: MARION
Event: Assault on Marion/Assault on Mt. Mitchell
This amazing ride begins in Spartanburg, S.C., and ends at Mt. Mitchell, on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Assault is more than 100 miles, with the route through Marion beginning on Sugar Hill Road and ending on NC 80.
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Date: May 22, 2019
NC City: Cherokee
Event: Cherokee Bonfire
7 PM - 9 PM 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: May 22 - 26, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Tryon Equestrian Spring Horse Show - 4 This popular event
showcases the l equestrian event Hunter/
Jumper
competition and takes place at the Tryon
International Equestrian Center. A variety of onsite lodging is available for competitors and spectators. |
Date: May 24, 2019
NC City: Cherokee
Event: Cherokee Bonfire
7 PM - 9 PM 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: May
24, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek -Season
Opener Every Friday night, Memorial Day through Labor Day, bring a picnic blanket and chair to enjoy Concerts on the Creek at Sylva’s Bridge Park. In Jackson County, the Town of Sylva, Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department and Jackson County Chamber of Commerce team up to produce the Concerts on the Creek series at the Bridge Park gazebo in Sylva every Friday from 7-9
PM, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Occasionally, these events will feature food truck and craft beer vendors |
Date: May 24,
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.
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Date: May 24 -
26, 2019
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
White Squirrel Festival
Go Nuts in Downtown Brevard, "Where Music
Meets the Mountains". A full weekend of free, live music and nutty
family fun with a special evening concert Friday night by Town Mountain.
The Festival includes more than a dozen free concerts. This year's event
promises to be even bigger and better than ever - with the Memorial Day
Parade, the Annual Squirrel Box Derby, white squirrel guided tours,
white squirrel exhibit, children’s village and white squirrel photo
contest. Also back this year is the Annual 5K/10K White Squirrel
Race/Competitive Walk, along with a 1-mile kids' fun run. Find out why
the White Squirrel Festival was voted "Best Spring Music Festival in
Western North Carolina".
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Date: May 24 -
27, 2019
NC City: FLETCHER (ASHEVILLE)
Event:
AKC Dog Agility Trials
The Blue Ridge Agility Club of Western North
Carolina is hosting an American Kennel Club Dog (AKC) dog agility trial.
Spectators are welcomed to attend and admission is free. Over 300
purebred dogs, from throughout the southeast, will compete at various
levels of difficulty. |
Date: May 24 -
June 1, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Asheville Beer Week
This Annual event
offers eight full days of celebrating all things beer in Asheville NC.
The week of events will include tastings, dinners, beer education,
keynote speakers, and other beer-related fun (and nonsense). Asheville
Beer Week culminates with Asheville’s Beer City Festival where dozens of
breweries (and plenty of live music) are slated to appear on Roger
McGuire Green.
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Date: May 24 -
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: May 25, 2019
NC City: Cherokee
Event: Cherokee Bonfire
7 PM - 9 PM 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: May 25, 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 each Saturday and will include everything from a solo
saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
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Date: May 25, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Saturday Night Lights at TIEC Everyone is invited! Whether you’re looking for a free, kid-friendly event for some quality family time, a group outing or the perfect date night, TIEC at Tryon Resort is for all who love horses, outdoor living and an active lifestyle, and
there is something for everyone. Free parking and admission, free
entertainment such as live music, entertainers and magicians,
face-painting, pony rides, carousel rides, and more, followed by
world-class Grand Prix show jumping competition. Fair-style concessions. |
Date:
May 25, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event:
Groovin' On The Green
This concert features Hurricane Creek. 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.
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Date: May
25,
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 through October. Some of the
best local and regional artists and craftspeople
showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery,
fiber, glass, photography, painting and more.
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Date: May 25,
2019
NC City: CLEMMONS
Event:
Annual NC Wine Festival
Gates open and
tastings begin at noon and last until 6:30 PM. Enjoy tasting from over
25 North Carolina Wineries. Once your glass is filled groove to the
music from live bands, grab a bite from our food vendors and enjoy
browsing the exhibitor’s tents for treasures
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Date: May 25, 2019
NC City: MARION
Event:
Memorial Day Car Show
The Marion Cruise-In Car Show welcomes all vehicles to this car show and spectators are encouraged to come admire them all. As this event is not a contest and there are no judges, all vehicles are welcome to participate. Enjoy the variety of vehicles, talk with owners to learn more about them and join
in for games, themed events and more. Updates will be online.
Admission: Free |
Date: May 25, 2019
NC City: BRYSON
CITY
Event: Merrell Adventure Dash
Participants negotiate a series of challenge elements while racing to the finish in this family-friendly adventure race along the Nantahala River near Bryson City. Choose between the 5K Dash or a 1K Fun Run. Registration from 1-4 with race starting at 4:30 pm.
Admission: Participants $20. Kids aged 12 and under race free with a participating adult. Spectators
are free.The event is held at NOC. |
Date: May 25, 2019
NC City: NORTH
WILKESBORO
Event: Rebels & Rednecks United Mower Racing Association - Lawn Mower Races
Since 2005, during the summer months, Rotarians
play host to lawnmower racing. Sanctioned by the Rebels & Rednecks
United Mower Racing Association, oval track racing on dirt reminds many
of the beginning of stock car racing in Wilkes County and the birth of
NASCAR. Crowds have grown from a few hundred to gathering of thousands
on several Saturday nights from May through October. Racers and fans
will agree, “it’s a wild, noisy, dusty, exciting and totally enjoyable
event!” Admission charged |
Date: May 25 -
26, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Events:
Cherokee's Memorial Holiday Trout Fishing Tournament
This fishing event is a tagged fish
tournament with a total purse of $10,000. A tagged fish can be redeemed
for its corresponding prize value by turning in the tag to the Cherokee
Chamber of Commerce, beside the Welcome Center. All persons fishing
during the tournament must possess and have on their person while
engaged in fishing both an event permit and a valid Tribal fishing
permit. An enrolled member’s enrollment card shall serve as his/her
fishing permit. $11 entry fee. |
Date: May 25 - 26, 2019
NC City: NEBO
Event:
Veterans Specials
at South Creek
Winery Cheers to all our Military Veterans Past
and Present! Bring your Military ID Saturday and Sunday for 2 for 1 tastings, and 10% off all bottle purchases! SALUTE!!! . |
Date: May 25 - 26, 2019
NC City: CASHIERS
Event: Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley
Spring Arts & Crafts Fair The Rotary Club of Cashiers Valley presents "Art For A Cause":
Two arts & crafts fairs that take place in the spring over Memorial Day weekend and in the fall over Labor Day weekend. Both events showcase some of the finest arts and craftspeople in the Southeast.
On display is work from more than 90 of the finest artisans from throughout the Southeast. From unique ironwork and woodcraft to hand-thrown pottery, hand-stitched textiles and homemade cakes, pies, jellies and jams, there’s something to please every artistic palate and tempt even the finickiest of tastes.
Members of the Cashiers Rotary will also show off their culinary skills at the refreshment booth, offering hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers and more to keep you fueled up as you hunt for the perfect piece to add to your collection.
Admission: $3-5 Suggested Donation |
Date: May 25 - 26, 2019
NC City: NEBO
Event:
Lee Linsey Tall Poppy Tour and Memorial Veterans Special at South Creek
Winery
Lee is an International Artist who has
released her 3rd CD and brings her quirky blend of folk, pop and country
twist to South Creek. As a salute to past present, Military Veterans
receive 2 for 1 tastings and 10% off all bottle purchases. Music is
provided to South Creek customers at no admission fee. Tasting room is
open at 11 AM, Music starts at 1 PM. |
Date: May 25 -
26, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Annual Garden Jubilee Festival
TThe Garden Jubilee
features more than 200 vendors selling thousands of plants, arts and
crafts, garden talks and clinics, garden accessories, and food. This
downtown festival covers 8 blocks of Main Street from Sixth
Avenue-Caswell Street. Local and regional nurseries will be selling
1000s of annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and hard-to-find plants
on every block of the festival. The festival is always held during the
Memorial Day weekend. |
Date: May 25 -
27, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Memorial Day Weekend Family Fun at Chimney Rock State Park
Meet some of Grady’s live
woodland friends or possibly the birds of prey, a Red-tailed hawk and
Great Horned Owl, and learn about their natural habitats. Programs begin
at 2 PM. Round out your day of family fun with one free climb per person
on the Climbing Tower, open 11am-4pm Saturday and Sunday. This event is
included with admission.. |
Date: May 25 -
26, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Kenilworth Art Studio Tour
More than 20 artists invite you into eleven
neighborhood studios and galleries. Browse and/or purchase original
artwork. Kenilworth Artists Association is a community of artists in one
of Asheville's oldest neighborhoods, with a lovely mix of grand homes,
modest bungalows and mature gardens. Over forty aspiring and
professional artists live in the five square mile neighborhood just
minutes from downtown. Each year, many of these artists open their doors
to the public for a festive tour that attracts shoppers and art lovers
alike. 10 AM - 5 PM both days. |
Date: May 25 -
26, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Asheville Blue Ridge Rose Society Exhibition This
annual exhibition features award-winning roses of every color and size.
Experts will be on hand to answer questions and provide information
about the selection, care, and history of roses. Educational programs
will be offered throughout the weekend. 10 AM - 4 PM. |
Date: May 25 -
27, 2019
NC City: LAKE LURE
Event:
Lake Lure Arts and Crafts Festival
Foothills artisans present
their "Art at the Beach" Fine Arts and Crafts Show and Sale. The event
begins at 10:00 AM and ends at 4:00 PM. Enjoy browsing and shopping
through a wide selection of original paintings, drawings, photography,
prints, fine crafts, jewelry, pottery and sculpture.
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Date: May 27,
2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival
The grounds of the Carl Sandburg
National Historic Site come alive with folk music which was an important
part of Carl Sandburg's life along with his guitar playing and singing
as well as his writing. The annual folk festival honors Carl Sandburg
and his preservation of traditional folk music as found in his
collection The American Songbag. The festival's performers each
skillfully demonstrate the tradition of performing live music to tell
stories while capturing the heritage of America through song. This
year's festival features bluegrass, blues, jazz and swing. |
Date: May 27, 2019
NC City: Cherokee
Event: Cherokee Bonfire
7 PM - 9 PM 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: May 28 - June 2, 2019
NC City: TRYON
(Mill Spring)
Event:
Tryon Equestrian Spring Horse Show - 5 This popular event
showcases the l equestrian event Hunter/
Jumper
competition and takes place at the Tryon
International Equestrian Center. A variety of onsite lodging is available for competitors and spectators. |
Date: May 29, 2019
NC City: Cherokee
Event: Cherokee Bonfire
7 PM - 9 PM 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:
May 30 - June 1, 2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
16th Annual Gourd Artist Gathering
The event features exquisitely crafted gourd art.
This year’s Cherokee Gourd Artists Gathering brings together collectors and exhibiting artists for a weekend of live demonstrations, classes, competitions and a spectacular art market offering stunning works of gourd art, materials, tools and supplies. Come see how an inexpensive, traditionally utilitarian component of the Cherokee household is transformed into a piece of artwork.
Admission is free.
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Date: May
31, 2019
NC City: SYLVA
Events:
Concerts on the Creek - Every Friday night, Memorial Day through Labor Day, bring a picnic blanket and chair to enjoy Concerts on the Creek at Sylva’s Bridge Park. In Jackson County, the Town of Sylva, Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department and Jackson County Chamber of Commerce team up to produce the Concerts on the Creek series at the Bridge Park gazebo in Sylva every Friday from 7-9
PM, Memorial Day through Labor Day. Occasionally, these events will feature food truck and craft beer vendors |
Date: May 31, 2019
NC City: Cherokee
Event: Cherokee Bonfire
7 PM - 9 PM 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: May
31 - June
1, 2019
NC City: MAGGIE VALLEY - WAYNESVILLE
Event:
Ole Smokey Tractor Club
Annual Spring Farm Fest
See the Parade of 30 + tractors drive through the Town of Maggie Valley on Friday & Saturday. Food vendors are onsite for your dining pleasure. Education Antique Tractor & Engine Show with Parts Vendors; Flea Market with Crafts; Tractor rides for kids throughout the day. Farm Equipment Auction. All ages.
This year held at the Haywood County Fairgrounds |
Date: May
31 - June
1, 2019
NC City: MARION
Event:
NC Gold Festival
This annual event, features gold exhibits, gold mining techniques and
demonstrations, treasure and scavenger hunts, geo-caching, gold panning,
numerous vendors including arts and crafts, raffles, Friday night kicks
off the festival.
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Date: May 31 - June 2, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Grandfather
Mountain Nature Photography Weekend
9 AM - 7 PM. The annual Nature Photography
Weekend at Grandfather Mountain allows participants to hear
presentations from top nature photographers in the evenings and
photograph spectacular scenery and native animals during the day. Images
from Friday and Saturday’s photo excursions are entered in an informal
contest with winners announced Sunday morning. Fee charged |
Date: May
31 - June 2,
2019
NC City: SPRUCE PINE
Events:
Toe River Studio Tour
Grab the tour map and hit the road to visit artists in Mitchell and Yancey counties. This year’s first tour
includes over 100 artists and 10 galleries, Artists open their studios twice a year for the Toe River Studio tours.
Enjoy meeting the artists in the premier craft destination in WNC. |
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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 year
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
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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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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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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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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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