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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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| 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,
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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:
September 15 - October 28, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Eliada's Annual Corn Maze
The maze will be open each
Wednesday and Thursday from 9 AM - 3 PM, Friday 9 AM - 8 PM, Saturday
10 AM - 8 PM and Sunday 10 AM - 6 PM.
Eliada’s annual corn
maze is a 12 acre maze (WNC's largest) with 2 unique trails cut out of a
field of corn. Accompanying maps with check points help guide you through 4
miles of maze trails. Also cut into the corn field are two Storybook Trails
for children. These trails take you on a fun adventure as you read the
stories of Spookley the Square Pumpkin and Ciderella and the Little Glass
Sipper! Spookley and Ciderella merchandise are also for sale for children
and families to continue to enjoy the stories and characters at home.
Additional activities are also offered |
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Date: August 31 - September 1, 2018
NC City: LAKE JUNALUSKA
Event:
Annual
Smoky Mountain Folk Festival The 48th 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 31 - September 2, 2018
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
The Qualla Country Trout Tournament 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
3, 2018
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 24 - September 9, 2018
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Flat Rock
Playhouse Presents: Always a Bridesmaid.
From the writing team behind last year’s smash sensation The Dixie Swim Club. In this rollicking comedy, four friends have sworn to keep the promise they made on the night of their Senior Prom: to be in each other’s weddings, and hilarity ensues. If you’ve ever elbowed a stranger to catch a bride’s bouquet or have been forced to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny play by Jones Hope Wooten is definitely for you…and your dearly beloved.
seats from $20 - $52 |
Date:
June 21 -
September 21 , 2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Snapshots of Summer Photo Contest 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 Smiles of Spring Photo Contest for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
The winning entries will be used on the website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.
GREAT PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS:
First Place – An overnight getaway to Hickory Nut Gorge with a stay at the historic 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, two passes to Chimney Rock, brunch for two at the 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, and two tickets for a tour with Lake Lure Boat Tours
Second Place – A Chimney Rock prize package including two passes to Chimney Rock, lunch for two at the Old Rock Café and two tickets for a tour with Lake Lure Boat Tours.
People’s Choice – Selected by our Facebook fans, the winning photo will be featured as the cover photo of our Facebook
page for two weeks and the cover of the Pinterest board of winning photos. Prize includes two Park admission tickets, lunch for two at the Old Rock Café and a $20 gift certificate for Old Time Photo in Chimney Rock Village.
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Date: September 1, 2018
NC City: Just north of Boone in Galax VA
Event:
Blue Ridge Music Center Concert
- Phoebe Hunt & The Gatherers
and Zoe & Cloyd
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:
September 1, 2018
NC City: BEECH MOUNTAIN
Event:
Mile High Kite
and Craft
Festival and dance
Over 50 crafters and artisans
will be in
showcasing their
works of art
along with great
food, music,
kite flying, and
fun for the
whole family.
The Richmond Air
Force and Wings
Across Carolina
Kiting and Okra
Society Kiting
Clubs will
demonstrate
flying
techniques, and
also display
their kites.
Contests will be
held for the
best decorated,
smallest and
largest kites.
The first 150
kids will get a
free kite for
the competition
each day, or
kites can be
purchased at the
event or you can
bring your own.
There will be a
kids’ fun zone
with games, face
painting and a
bounce house.
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Date: September 1,
2018
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Music on the River
Open-air musical performances by the river Friday and Saturday evenings in downtown Cherokee. Performances include rock n’ roll, blues, jazz, gospel and country, and are staged near local eateries, shopping, and downtown water features with room to dance along. |
Date:
September 1, 2018
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:
September 1,
2018
NC City: BRYSON CITY
Event:
Fontana Trestle Train Ft. BBQ & Brews
The Barbeque and Brews
Dinner Trains feature locally hand-crafted beer from Heinzelmannchen Brewery
and Nantahala Brewing Company. 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. The base ticket prices
from $69 (adults over 21 only) and includes 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.
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Date:
September 1, 2018
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:
September 1, 2018
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:
September 1 - 2, 2018
NC City: LITTLE
SWITZERLAND
Event: RockFest at
Emerald Village
Featuring a treasure hunt, hikes to hidden mines,
live music and mine tours. Kids tour the mines free of charge. Free
kid's treasure hunt featuring minerals and crystals as prizes. Black
Light Mine Tour in the Bon Ami Mine, Food catered by the
Switzerland Cafe. 8:30 PM. Admission for the tour: $15/adults;
$10/students, reservations recommended. |
Date:
September 1 - 2, 2018
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:
September 1 - 2, 2018
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:
September 1 - 2, 2018
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:
September 1 - 3, 2018
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. |
Date: September 1 - 30, 2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Family Animal Encounters
Meet some of Grady the Groundhog’s woodland
friends or
possibly the
birds of prey, a
Red-tailed hawk
and Great Horned
Owl. A Park
naturalist will
explain each
animal’s role in
our ecosystem,
how they came to
live at the park
and lessons on
what we can do
to help protect
wildlife. Animal
Encounters meet
at Grady’s
Animal Discover
Den Mon-Fri and
at the Outdoor
Classroom Sat &
Sun. Afterward,
grab a Track
Trail brochure
at Grady’s Den
and take a hike
along the Great
Woodland
Adventure trail
with 12
interactive
education
stations. |
Date:
September 2, 2018
NC City: GRASSY CREEK
Event: Annual
New River Blues Festival A
legendary day of bluegrass music in the mountains. Bring lawn chairs,
blankets, the kids, umbrellas (rain or shine). Food, mixed and soft
drinks, beer and wine will be available for purchase. Admission: $12 in
advance, $15 at the gate.
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Date:
September 2,
2018
NC
City: RONDA
Event:
Music in the Vineyard at Raffaldini Vineyard Celebrate summer with an eclectic mix of music and make a day of it with a picnic from
the fully-stocked deli case. |
Date:
September 2 - 3,
2018
NC City: CANTON (just west of Asheville)
Event:
Canton Labor Day
Festival
One of the
oldest Festivals
in the
South. A
celebration of
all things made
in the
mountains, this
Festival offers
a handcrafted
expo where you
can meet
artisans and buy
a piece of their
passions. Visit
the Stroll the
tailgate
Farmers'
Tailgate Market
at Sorrells
Street Park,
while enjoying
the live
bluegrass
melodies of the
WNC Bluegrass
Jamboree. Meet
the heroic
farmers and food
producers of WNC
that put the "A"
in Appalachian
grown. There
will be tastings
and planting
demonstrations
throughout the
day. Soak in an
afternoon
reminiscent of
Labor Days past,
complete with 5
bluegrass bands,
clogging
performances,
and dance
performances at
Turner Stage.
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Date:
September 3,
2018
NC
City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
King Apple
Parade
A
highlight of the
Annual North
Carolina Apple
Festival, the
parade begins at
2:30 PM and is
the final event
of the Festival.
The parade
features
professional
floats, bands,
youth groups,
antique cars,
fire trucks and
many others
entries. |
Date:
September 6 - 8, 2018
NC City: BURNSVILLE
Event:
Carolina Mountains
Literary Festival
This three day festival, held in several venues in
downtown Burnsville, provides a unique, intimate setting for readers and
regional authors to mingle. Enjoy a fascinating array of talks and
workshops that include everything from listening to readings of recently
published books to learning how to pen a memorable memoir.
Pre-registration is required for the some of the workshops. Admission: Some free
events and some ticketed events - check website for details. |
Date: September
6 - 16, 2018
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event: Music on the Rock Series: British Invasion
An estimated four thousand Beatles’ fans were present on February 7, 1964 as Pan Am Flight 101 left Heathrow Airport, thus beginning the musical revolution known as the British Invasion. Hear the sounds of the Fab Four, the Dave Clark Five, the Kinks, the Stones as well as popular British female recording artists such as Petula Clark, Lulu and Dusty Springfield.
seats from $35 |
Date:
September 7, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
RiverMusic Concert Series The Jayhawks plus
Cris Jacobs Band and
Dave Desmelik This is a Series of five Friday nights of live concerts by the French
Broad River in the River Arts District of Asheville, NC. |
Date:
September 7, 2018
NC City: MURPHY
Event:
Murphy Art Walk
First Fridays from May through November,
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. Enjoy Art Galleries, Music, Fine
Dining, Live Demonstrations and Performances. |
Date:
September 7, 2018
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. 25 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: September 7,
2018
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:
September 7 - 8, 2018
NC City: NORTH WILKESBORO
Event:
Wilkes County Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show
Handmade quilts display
made by guild members. Special exhibits and vendors mall. Quilt
challenge, Vintage Quilt Bed Turning and more. The event is held at the
Stone Center, 613 Cherry Street in historic downtown North Wilkesboro.
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Date:
September 7 - 9, 2018
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee Blue Ridge Run This three-day motorcycle rally will have you opening up your throttle or just gently cruising over to ride the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and the Blue Ridge Parkway! In addition to the ride and beautiful scenery,
there will be music, bike builders, games with prizes, a bike show, plenty of vendors to check out and much, much more. All bikes and ages welcome!
Admission is $15 on Friday, $15 on Saturday, and $10 on Sunday.
Weekend passes are $30 (covers all three days). |
Date:
September 7- 9, 2018
NC City: BEECH MOUNTAIN
Event:
Autumn at OZ
Follow the yellow brick road to the annual
Autumn at Oz party. Be sure to dress warm, you never know when a twister
will come through. Visitors can tour Dorothy's House, Uncle Henry's
Barn, and a mini Oz museum. There will be food, crafters and games, plus
chairlift rides up to Oz for those who prefer not to go by shuttle. Get
tickets online. |
Date:
September 7 - 9, 2018
NC City: MAGGIE VALLEY
Event:
Thunder in the Smokies Fall Rally
Come ride the Great Smoky Mountains of North
Carolina and 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. |
Date:
September 7 - 9, 2018
NC City: BREVARD
Event:
Annual Mountain Song Festival
held in the beautiful
covered, open-air auditorium by the lake at Brevard Music Center. This
foot-stomping, banjo-picking celebration of bluegrass and newgrass music
will feature Steep Canyon Rangers, Ricky Skaggs, Del McCoury Band, The Milk Carton Kids, Larry Keel Experience, Shannon Whitworth, Red Wine, Sarah Siskind and Sarah Siskind. The event supports the Boys and Girls Club of Transylvania County
and has become a premier southeastern festival drawing 5000 music lovers
annually. |
Date:
September 7- 16, 2018
NC City: FLETCHER (Asheville suburb)
Event: North
Carolina Mountain State Fair
Held at the WNC
Agricultural Center, this is the third largest fair in North Carolina,
and it celebrates the heritage of the Blue Ridge Mountains, including
agriculture, music, crafts, art, food, entertainment, display of
livestock, competitions, and midway amusement rides. |
Date: September 8,
2018
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: September 8, 2018
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee Heritage Day One
Saturday of every month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Museum of the
Cherokee Indian offers a family-friendly fun day of free cultural
activities including traditional dancing, storytelling, cultural arts
demonstrations, genealogy workshops, hands-on craft workshops. |
Date: September 8, 2018
NC City: Just north of Boone in Galax VA
Event:
Blue Ridge Music Center Concert
- Mipso
Special Concert Presentation
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:
September 8, 2018
NC City: LENOIR
Event: Annual Sculpture Celebration
This Annual Sculpture Celebration features a competition Saturday
with 70+sculptors from several states, more than 200+ works with $11,000
in cash prizes. The
Celebration will be open to the public 9 AM-4 PM and judging occurs all
day with awards announced about 3:30 PM. |
Date:
September 8, 2018
NC City: LINVILLE
Event:
Junior Ranger Day
Grandfather Mountain’s
inaugural Junior Ranger Day will celebrate the park’s Junior Ranger
program and its esteemed participants. Geared for ages 5-12, the Junior
Ranger program offers young explorers a unique, hands-on experience at
Grandfather Mountain, including a scavenger hunt, trail exploration,
plant and animal identification and more!
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Date:
September 8 -
9,
2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Grandparents Day Special
at Chimney Rock State Park. Grandparents love spending time with the grandkids. What better way to spend time together than at Chimney Rock? When you purchase one regularly-priced adult admission, receive one youth admission free.
Download coupon
at the website
and present at
the Ticket
Plaza. This
event includes
Senior Trout
fishing on the
Rocky Broad on
the 9th. |
Date:
September 11 - 15, 2018
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event: On
The Same Page Literary Festival
High Country locals and visitors are invited to
celebrate the literary arts in Ashe County. The fourth annual literacy will
focus on writing about North Carolina people, places and traditions. Events
planned for this festival are informative and fun with readings, workshops,
a film showing and lots of question-and-answer sessions with the authors.
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Date:
September 12 - 14, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Annual Goombay Festival
“Goombay Festival represents an opportunity to highlight the African
American experience and the YMI’s role in crafting that experience. It
continues to promote the historical legacy of the “Founding Fathers” to
promote the entrepreneurial spirit of African Americans in Asheville,
NC.” — Stephanie Swepson-Twitty, Board Chair of the YMI. Enjoy 3 days of
music arts and community.
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Date: September 12 - 15, 2018
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Flat Rock
Playhouse Presents: Donny Edwards as Elvis.
Ladies and gentlemen, Elvis has NOT left the building. For the fourth year in a row, Donny Edwards returns to Flat Rock Playhouse for one weekend only with in his tribute to the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley.
seats from $36 |
Date:
September 12 - 15, 2018
NC City: FRANKLIN
Event: Annual
Macon County Fair
An authentic agricultural fair featuring crafts, farm
animals and festival foods. Held on the Macon County Fair Grounds in
Franklin. BBQ Supper, Best Cake Contest, Special Needs Livestock Show, Harvest Sale, Pedal Tractor Contest, Festival Foods and so much more! Sponsored by Macon County Horse Association.
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Date:
September 14, 2018
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
West Jefferson Gallery Crawl
Stroll the streets of an historic mountain town,
enjoy the cool mountain breeze while listening to the sounds of street
musicians and "popping" in and out of West Jefferson's many galleries.
Open House in more than 15 art galleries and studios including: Acorn
Gallery, Ashe Arts Center, Ashe Custom Framing & Gallery, Backstreet
Beads, Bohemia Gallery, Broomfields Gallery, CatchLight Gallery,
Everything Has a Story, Florence Thomas Art School, French’s Art
Gallery, Originals Only Gallery, Quilt Square Girls, Ripples Gallery, RT
Morgan Art Gallery, Shoemaker Studio, and The Artists’ Theatre. |
Date:
September 14 - 15, 2018
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
West Jefferson Olde
Time Antiques Fair
Celebrating Old Town History
and Heritage, this 5th annual event will be held in a festival-like setting
in Historic West Jefferson and will be featuring booths from locals and the
region alike selling antiques and collectibles. Various businesses,
restaurants and the Farmers Market in downtown will be participating in this
event as well. Bring the whole family for a fun retrospective trip back to
the "good ole days" while enjoying all that West Jefferson has to offer.
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Date:
September 15, 2018
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:
September 15, 2018
NC City: LINVILLE
Event:
Annual Girl Scout Day at
Grandfather Mountain
Join your fellow scouts for a fun-filled learning adventure on Grandfather Mountain, featuring special scout activities, presentations, a closing ceremony and more.
FREE for Girl Scouts and troop leaders. 9:00 AM- 06:00 PM |
Date:
September 15, 2018
NC City: LINVILLE
Event:
Celebrate Migration on Grandfather Mountain at
Grandfather Mountain Join Jesse Pope, executive director of the
Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, for this six-hour course on
raptor migration. In 2015, more than 11,000 raptors were observed in
September as they soared over Grandfather Mountain on their annual
migration south. Learn why they do this – and become an official
“watcher” yourself.
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Date: September 15, 2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Naturalist Niche: Fall Early Bird Walk at Chimney
Rock Park
Kick off the Flock to the Rock event with an early
birdwalk led by a Park naturalist to see which of our feathered friends
are out on trails before the Park opens. Then stick around for Flock to
the Rock,
the region’s premier fall migration birding event featuring live
Birds of Prey programs (a Red-tailed Hawk and Great
Horned Owl), birdwalks led by local experts, workshops like bird
photography and hummingbirds, plus family nature walks. Event coincides
with the annual hawk migration. Meet at tunnel entrance; advance
registration is required by calling 800-277-9611.
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Date: September 15, 2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Annual Flock to the Rock at Chimney Rock
Park
The region’s premier fall
migration birding event is held at Chimney Rock,
an official site on the NC Birding Trail.. It features live Birds
of Prey programs with a Red-tailed Hawk and Great Horned Owl, birdwalks
led by local experts, workshops like bird photography and hummingbirds
plus family nature walks. Chimney Rock is home to over 130 species of
birds throughout the year, including warblers, vireos, tanagers,
woodpeckers, thrushes, owls and other birds of prey, including the
Peregrine Falcon. This prime birding weekend coincides with the annual
hawk migration when dozens, sometimes hundreds, of hawks can be seen
winging their way south.
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Date:
September 15, 2018
NC City: WEAVERVILLE
Event:
Art in Autumn
This
is the tenth annual Art in Autumn Outdoor Arts and Crafts Festival.
Over 110 juried artists and craftspeople, as well as an exciting array
of food and live music. The festival brings a lively celebration
of community and fine art to the Main Street of the 'Mayberry-esque'
town of Weaverville. |
Date:
September 15, 2018
NC City: SPARTA
Event:
Annual Mountain Heritage Festival
Craft and food vendors line Main Street in
celebration of mountain heritage in craft and music. This year's
entertainment features Loose Strings and 3 other local bands . With
demonstrations of the skills of local ancestors and music that mixes
local heritage with modern influences, there is something for everyone.
Dancers will be kicking up their heels and the Possum Queen
will be crowned. |
Date: September
15, 2018
NC City: OLD FORT
Event:
Classic Car Cruise-in
Held the 3rd Saturday of every month. Bring your
car, truck or motorcycle. Downtown Old Fort, 3-5 PM. A free
Sponsored by Route 70 Cruisers.
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Date:
September 15, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Concerts in the Park - Dashboard Blue
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. |
Date:
September 15, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Brewgrass Festival
American breweries gather to showcase more than
120 different beers. Live entertainment includes a great lineup of
national and regional bluegrass musicians featuring The Travelin' McCourys with special guest Peter Rowan, Jon Stickley Trio, and Bobby Miller and the Virginia Daredevils. The festival will be held on Saturday featuring over 55 breweries sampling a diverse assortment of local, regional, and national craft beers. The event
also features a variety of area food vendors and plenty of water. 1 - 6
PM at Asheville's Memorial Stadium. Admission charged. |
Date:
September 15 - 16, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Heritage Weekend
at The Folk Art Center is a two-day celebration of traditional crafts and
music. The 36th free festival is sponsored by the Southern Highland
Craft Guild and features traditional music, dancing and heritage craft
demonstrations. A highlight of the weekend is the 33nd Annual World Gee
Haw Whimmy Diddle Competition. |
Date:
September 15 - October 28, 2018
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Eliada's Annual Corn Maze
The maze will be open each
Wednesday and Thursday from 9 AM - 3 PM, Friday 9 AM - 8 PM, Saturday
10 AM - 8 PM and Sunday 10 AM - 6 PM.
Eliada’s annual corn
maze is a 12 acre maze (WNC's largest) with 2 unique trails cut out of a
field of corn. Accompanying maps with check points help guide you through 4
miles of maze trails. Also cut into the corn field are two Storybook Trails
for children. These trails take you on a fun adventure as you read the
stories of Spookley the Square Pumpkin and Ciderella and the Little Glass
Sipper! Spookley and Ciderella merchandise are also for sale for children
and families to continue to enjoy the stories and characters at home.
Additional activities are also offered |
Date: September 20, 2018
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event: Rhythm
& Brews Concert Series
Held
in the Azalea Parking Lot along King Street the music starts at 5 PM with
headline acts from 7 PM - 9 PM. FREE event but seating space is
limited. Beer, wine and food will be available
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Date:
September 20 -22, 2018
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Veterans' Day Festival
Honor, remember, and celebrate the men and women who have served in the United States armed forces during this three-day event, which takes place at the Happy Holiday RV Village and Campground. Admission is $10 on Thursday, $25 each day for Saturday
and Sunday, or purchase a three-day event pass for $40. |
Date:
September 20 - October 31, 2018
NC City: BRYSON CITY
Event: Darnell Farms Wonderous Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch Come to the Farm for some old-fashioned fun! Walk through
the Corn Maze ($8) by answering difficult trivia questions at each numbered stop in order to avoid the winding turns and dead ends. Enjoy a hayride ($10) and visit
the huge six-acre pumpkin patch, where you and your family choose your perfect Jack O' Lantern Prices vary by size. All the kids will enjoy the Kiddie Corn Box, The 20 ft. long farm slide from the Hay Pyramid, and
the 20-foot swing set, right on the river bank. |
Date:
September 21,
2018
NC
City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Downtown After
Five - The Pharcyde
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:
September 21 - 22, 2018
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event:
Ghost Train Halloween Festival at Tweetsie Railroad
Advanced ticket purchase is
recommended for this very popular event. The ghastly special events
include Ghost Train Rides Exciting Haunted House, Halloween Shows, 3-D
Maze, Black Hole™, Trick-or-treating and the Freak Forest. Get a
complete list of events and times at the website. |
Date:
September 22, 2018
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
Art on the Mountain Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor Art on the Mountain on Saturday from 9:00
AM until 3:00 PM. Over thirty artists and craft persons will set up their creative wares on the grounds of the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Holiday gift ideas, fall theme items, unique art pieces, crafts and more will be for sale. Several artists will be demonstrating their artwork including basket weaving, quilting and wood-working. |
Date:
September 22, 2018
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:
September 22, 2018
NC City: BREVARD
Event: National
Public Lands Day
Thousands of volunteers at various sites around the nation will build
trails and bridges, pull invasive weeds, plant trees, remove trash and
have fun getting back to nature. What better way to celebrate than
getting out in YOUR Pisgah National Forest. Special events include
guided walks, gardening and service projects which celebrate
conservation and the outdoors. Volunteer opportunities are available for
groups and families.
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Date: September 22, 2018
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:
September 22 - October 29, 2018
NC City: WEST JEFFERSON
Event:
The Ashe County Corn Maze
The Ashe County Corn Maze and Pumpkin Festival
is located 5 minutes from downtown West Jefferson. Find your way thru
the Corn Maze, play a variety of games and win prizes or just jump, jump, jump in
the Castle Inflatables . There is also a smaller hay bale maze and playground for the little ones. |
Date:
September 22 -
November 30 , 2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Flavors of Fall Photo Contest 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 Smiles of Spring Photo Contest for a chance to win fabulous prizes.
The winning entries will be used on the website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.
GREAT PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS:
First Place – An overnight getaway to Hickory Nut Gorge with a stay at the historic 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, two passes to Chimney Rock, brunch for two at the 1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa, and two tickets for a tour with Lake Lure Boat Tours
Second Place – A Chimney Rock prize package including two passes to Chimney Rock, lunch for two at the Old Rock Café and two tickets for a tour with Lake Lure Boat Tours.
People’s Choice – Selected by our Facebook fans, the winning photo will be featured as the cover photo of our Facebook
page for two weeks and the cover of the Pinterest board of winning photos. Prize includes two Park admission tickets, lunch for two at the Old Rock Café and a $20 gift certificate for Old Time Photo in Chimney Rock Village. |
Date: September 24 - 30, 2018
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Take a Child Outside Week and Campout at Chimney
Rock Park 9/29-30 Campout:
Join a
Park ranger and take this rare opportunity to camp in Chimney Rock State
Park. A ranger will be available at 5:30 pm to help set up camp and
build a campfire for a fun-filled night under the stars! Still not sure?
The ranger will be camping overnight to assist you with any of your
questions about camping in the great outdoors. You must bring your own
camping gear and dinner. No camping gear or food is provided for this
event.
Outside Week: Take a Child Outside Week is a national initiative created to encourage families to get outdoors. Chimney Rock celebrates by offering one free child admission with each paying adult all week long. Special program opportunities will be going on as well |
Date: September
27 - 29, 2018
NC City: MARSHALL
Event:
Madison County Fair The Madison County Fair will be held on the fairgrounds of the Madison County Cooperative Extension Agency. Planned events include; rides, produce and cooking competitions, livestock competitions, special contests and exhibits, 4-H certified livestock and horse shows. Create some memories similar to the ones you have from growing up and going to the Fair with your family. Carnival rides are there for the delight of all as well as craft booth and food vendors. But, the most fun is viewing the competitions of livestock and all the other categories ranging from baking to photography. |
Date: September 27- October 13, 2018
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Flat Rock
Playhouse Presents: The Glass Menagerie.
25 years ago, Flat Rock Playhouse debuted an exciting new program, Project Playhouse, with specially priced matinees for local students as well as regular evening performances for our patrons. The play was Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie, a drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty and one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre.
seats from $20 - $52 |
Date:
September 28 - 29, 2018
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event:
Ghost Train Halloween Festival at Tweetsie Railroad
Advanced ticket purchase is
recommended for this very popular event. The ghastly special events
include Ghost Train Rides Exciting Haunted House, Halloween Shows, 3-D
Maze, Black Hole™, Trick-or-treating and the Freak Forest. Get a
complete list of events and times at the website. |
Date:
September 28 - 30, 2018
NC City: BRYSON CITY
Event:
Guest Appreciation Festival at NOC
Enjoy GAF events all weekend long at
NOC's Wesser Campus. It's NOC's way of saying thanks for another great
year. There will be a great line-up of live music, beer tastings with
Nantahala Brewing Company and fun hands-on activities throughout the day
as well as good-natured boating competitions and NOC's Used Gear Sale. Families will appreciate
multiple educational presentations featuring animals and stories with
crowd participation.
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Date:
September
28 -
30, 2018
NC City: FLETCHER
(ASHEVILLE)
Event: Annual Asheville Quilt Show This year's show, "All
Things Bright and Beautiful"
is held at the WNC Agricultural Center,
Fri-Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4:30. Admission $7. Free Parking. This is a
judged quilt show with over $10,000 in prize money, more than 20 vendors,
demonstrations, a Silent Auction, gift shop, quilts for sale and an
"Opportunity Quilt". Multi-day Passes are available as well as, group
discounts. This event is sponsored by the Asheville Quilt Guild
(ashevillequiltguild.org) and Moda (modafabrics.com).
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Date:
September 29, 2018
NC City: BURNSVILLE
Event:
Old
Timey Festival
An old fashioned festival filled with arts and
crafts, music, farmers market, classic tractor and car show, and lots of
fun for the entire family. 10 AM - 4 PM. |
Date:
September 29, 2018
NC City: LINVILLE
Event:
Creatures of the Night & Bonfire Delight at
Grandfather Mountain. Enjoy rare after-dark tours of Grandfather Mountain, fireside tales and a chance to meet the park’s nocturnal residents! Registration opens Sept. 1. Limited to 48 guests. 05:30 pm - 09:30 pm |
Date: September
29, 2018
NC City: MARSHALL
Event:
Art on the Island Festival The new and improved arts and music (used to be MAD on Main held in May) has moved the month to September and the location to Blannahassett Island and changed the name to Art on the Island Festival. Still FREE! The new venue allows the festival to put musicians on the new stage and to combine with the Farmer’s Market to offer many more opportunities to enjoy the day. Come out to browse through arts booths, sample local food and buy local produce while listening to musicians perform throughout the day. For questions, contact the Madison County Arts Council at 828 649-1301.
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Date: September
29, 2018
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:
September 29 - 30, 2018
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event:
Art on Main
The Arts Council of Henderson County presents its 58th annual Art on
Main Fine Art / Fine Craft Festival. Stroll Historic Downtown
Hendersonville NC and shop for fine art and crafts by artists from the
Southeastern region and beyond. Media includes work in clay, metal,
glass, fiber, wood, painting, photography, jewelry, etc. Art on Main
also features live art demonstrations by local artists and artisans. The
festival takes place along Hendersonville's charming and historic Main
Street. |
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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 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
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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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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