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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
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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,
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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 month's Featured Event in the mountains: |
Date: March
23 - 24, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Melt Down Games
at Appalachian
Ski Mountain Winter isn’t over until we say it is. Come enjoy Appalachian’s classic end of the winter celebration on Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24. A full weekend of crazy events you won’t see any other time of the year, with lots of snow, sun, and skin.
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Date: Now - March
31,
2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Winter at Biltmore The ultimate winter getaway awaits at America’s Largest Home® with an enticing combination of value and elegance. Our most peaceful season offers the lowest rates of the year on admission prices and overnight stays at our two splendid hotels. Included with admission: free tastings at our Winery, and beginning February 8, an entirely new way to experience Biltmore: as a Vanderbilt houseguest at a turn-of-the-century house party*!
Included with admission. |
Date: Now -
March 20, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Rockin’ Winter Photo Contest Winter can be the most beautiful time of the year at Chimney Rock. Leafless trees make for expansive views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge. The sky is clear; you’re likely to find a quiet spot to sit and enjoy the peacefulness. You may even see a critter scamper by you in the forest. Capture that special moment or scene on your camera, enter it in our Winter Wonders Photo Contest and
describe it. The winning entries will be used on the website and Facebook
album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. .
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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: March 1, 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: March 2, 2019
NC City: NEAR SPRUCE PINE
Event:
Penland School of Crafts
holds
its annual Community Open House.
Each year, Penland's
community open house welcomes hundreds of
visitors into the studios for demonstrations and
hands-on activities. The event is free and all
ages are welcome.
Hundreds of adults and children from the local
Mitchell County as well as mountain visitors
will engage in free, quality
hands-on
studio experiences with over 100 artist
volunteers.
Activities may include making glass beads,
rollerprinting copper bracelets, creating clay
sculptures, screenprinting on bandanas,
papermaking, forging garden stakes, painting
colorful pastepaper, blowing glass cups or
paperweights, making photographic “sun prints”,
assembling wooden birdhouses, making souvenir
books, and more. |
Date: March
3,
2019
NC City: MAGGIE VALLEY
Event:
The BIGBIGBIG One Day Season Pass Sale
All season passes will be on sale for the lowest price of this year and next for this one day only
at Catalochee Ski Area, Ski for the rest of the season and next on the pass you purchase today. Pass sale will be from 8:30
AM - 4:30 PM only and you can purchase in person, over the phone with a credit card or online.
Seasonal rentals will be available at that time as well.
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Date: March
4 - to end of
season, 2019
NC City: SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Event: March Madness
Beginning March 4, 2019 and running through the end of the season, Sugar offers up to 25% savings on lift tickets, rental equipment, and lessons. Restrictions apply.
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Date: March
7
- 11, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
2019
Southern Conference Tournament
The road to the NCAA Final Four starts in Asheville
NC. Downtown will be filled
with 50,000+ basketball fans, all enjoying
Asheville's shopping, dining and drinking during
the course of the tournament. Men and women's games to be played at the ExploreAsheville.com Arena and Kimmel Arena on the UNCA campus. Visit
the website or call for game days and times.
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Date:
March 9,
2019
NC City: FRANKLIN
Event:
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts Presents: for KING & COUNTRY Soaring melodies, driving rhythms, theatrical instrumentation and personal themes are the heartbeat of for KING & COUNTRY. The Australian duo, comprised of brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone, raised expectations with the release of 2012's Crave, winning Billboard's New Artists to Watch for 2012. Their sophomore effort RUN WILD. LIVE FREE.
SMC is located at 1028 Georgia Road in Franklin, NC. |
Date: March
9, 2019
NC City: SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Event: Easter Egg Hunt
Dress up in your Easter costume and come join Sugar Bear and Sweetie Bear on the slopes in search of prize filled eggs. You may be the lucky winner of a 2019-20 season pass hidden in the grand prize egg! Or be one of three contestants awarded a prize for most creative, imaginative and colorful costume. Valid lift/slope tickets or passes are required for participation. Event is ONLY for children
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Date: March
10, 2019
NC City: SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Event: Sugar Bear’s Birthday Celebration
Join Sugar Mountain Resort’s resident mascot, Sugar Bear and his friends for a fun birthday celebration. Activities include the Great Bear Race, special treats, cake and ice cream. |
Date: March
10, 2019
NC City: SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Event: Richard T. Trundy Memorial Sugar Cup Competition
Richard T. Trundy Memorial Sugar Cup: A giant slalom fundraising competition for skiers and snowboarders with at least an intermediate or above ability level. One-hundred percent of the entry fees goes to the American Cancer Society memory of Sugar Mountain’s former Director of Operations, Richard T. Trundy.
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Date: March
10,
2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Hendersonville Community Band Concert
Rhpasody in Blue .
The Hendersonville Community Band presents an exciting afternoon of a variety of music, featuring an 80 member, all-volunteer performance band. Blue Ridge Community College at the Blue Ridge Conference Hall Admission: $10 Adults; Free for students |
Date: March
15, 2019
NC City: BRASSTOWN
Event: Music
Events at John C Campbell Folk School:
The Ruglifters' Trio play traditional dance music and songs of Appalachia and the rural South. The band consists of Leo Shannon on fiddle, Meredith McIntosh on guitar and John Herrmann on banjo. Leo has been playing Irish and old-time music since he was in the single digits and is a member of the wonderful young band the Onlies. John and Meredith have played and recorded with most of the best old-time musicians of the past thirty years. Including recordings with Art Stamper, Ralph Blizard, Tim O'Brien, Chicken Train, Bigfoot, John Doyle, Rafe Stefanini, Rayna Gellert, etc.
7 PM - FREE admission, but DONATIONS
WELCOME. |
Date: March 15 - 16, 2019
NC City: FRANKLIN
Event: Smoky
Mountains Center Event: Disney's The Jungle Book Live!. Adapted from Disney's beloved animated film and the works of Rudyard Kipling, this musical for the entire family will have the jungle jumpin' with a jazzy beat! Specially adapted from the classic Disney animated film, Disney's The Jungle Book Live features a host of colorful characters and your favorite songs from the movie, including The Bare Necessities, and I Wanna Be Like You. |
Date: March
15 - 30,
2019
NC City: FLAT ROCK
Event:
Jungle Book
at The Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage.
A boy finds home and
family in the jungle. Rudyard Kipling’s journey
of adventure and courage. The struggle of good
versus evil. A test of friendship and loyalty.
Who survives “The law of the jungle”? ADULT
$28.00 STUDENT Zero to 25 years of age $14.00 .
Everybody must have a ticket.
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Date: March
15 - April 15, 2019
NC City: MARSHALL
Event: Postcards From the Edge
WNC Traveling
Exhibit. Eight arts councils in the region will present Postcards from the Edge, a traveling exhibit of postcard-sized artwork created and donated by area artists to raise awareness and funds in support of the mission of the councils involved.
The traveling Postcards exhibit will feature approximately eighty postcard-sized paintings framed in elegant black frames. The art will be exhibited in each arts council gallery for at least one month before traveling to the next venue. The artwork is nominally priced with sales revenue being shared by the presenting arts councils and the Western Arts Agencies. |
Date: March 16, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Appalachian Cup Race Series Final at Appalachian Ski Mountain
The Appalachian Cup Race Series is a new skiing
& snowboarding race program for middle and high
school students. This is a recreational series,
open to riders of intermediate ability and up.
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Date: March
16, 2019
NC City: OLD FORT
Event: Classic Car Cruise-in
This classic car show is held the 3rd Saturday
of every month. Bring your car, truck or
motorcycle or just kick back and enjoy the show.
This event is held in downtown Old Fort from 3-5
PM. It's free and sponsored by Route 70
Cruisers. For more information, call
828-442-5135
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Date:
March 16, 2019
NC City: BOONE
Event:
St Patrick's Day Parade
Begins at 2 PM. Lucky to be in Boone! The Town of Boone and the Jones House Cultural and Community Center are proud to announce that on Saturday, March 16, 2019, that they will host the second annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade will begin at 2:00 PM and will travel down King Street. |
Date: March
16 - 17, 2019
NC City: ASHEVILLE
Event:
Asheville full and Half Marathon on Biltmore
Estate
The 2019 Asheville Marathon takes place on the
scenic grounds of the Biltmore Estate. It will
cover both the east (paved) and west (dirt
roads) sides of the Estate. The course will be
USATF certified and bib chip timing will be used
for the event. Runners will explore 26.2 miles
of America’s largest backyard, winding through
a hardwood forest, meadows, gardens and
extraordinary views of the Biltmore House and
estate. |
Date:
March 16 - 17, 2019
NC City: NEBO -
SOUTH CREEK
WINERY
Event: St. Patrick's at South Creek: Show your Irish side by wearing green and we'll give you 2 for 1 tastings! This Luck of the Irish Deal only available in the South Creek Tasting Room on the 16th & to the wearer of the GREEN! WOW DUO Ginny McAfee & Rory Kelly play the vineyard deck at 1PM.
Feast Eats serving up Guinness based Beef Stew with Irish Brown Bread, & Reubens (plus their regular menu.)
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Date: March
17, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: St Patrick's Park Jam
at Appalachian
Ski Mountain A fun and festive park session Friday night with activities will be available for all abilities, both skiers and snowboarders. Registration will be from 5-6:30 in the Alpine Ski Shop, and the park session will begin around 7pm. As always, this event is FREE with purchase of a ski ticket.
In the spirit of St Patrick’s Day, riders Must wear green to participate.
This will be the fifth season of the Park Jam, be ready for some fun features and some AWESOME prizes for standouts. |
Date: March 20 - 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: March
22, 2019
NC City: BRASSTOWN
Event: Music
Events at John C Campbell Folk School:
Granny's Mason Jar
Following in the footsteps of Doc Watson, Norman Blake, Clarence White, and Tony Rice, Granny's Mason Jar brings together the talents of Blue Smith (The Blue Revue, Bluegrass Lumber Company) and Aaron Plantenberg (Commonfolk, Big House Radio) to continue the tradition of flatpicking, travis picking, and other traditional acoustic guitar styles. A favorite at breweries, festivals, and private events, Granny's Mason Jar impresses audiences with their high-energy shows and jaw-dropping guitar work. 7 PM - FREE admission, but DONATIONS
WELCOME. |
Date:
March 23, 2019
NC City: BURNSVILLE
Event:
Burnsville SpringFest
Celebrate the arrival of spring by shopping a wide variety of unique items such as paintings, quilted sheep, teddy bears, wooden bowls, stained glass, painted signs, glass ornaments, beeswax candles, baked goods and much more.
Admission: FREE |
Date:
March 23, 2019
NC City: BOONE
Event:
BANFF Mountain FIlm Festival World Tour
One of North America's largest screenings of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. This year, Outdoor Programs is celebrating its 23rd anniversary of hosting the World Tour. The public screenings have built a reputation for the best mountain adventure, culture, and environmental interest films. |
Date: March
23, 2019
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event: Grape
Escape III - Annual Find-raiser
to
benefit the Arts Council of Henderson County.
From 5 - 7 PM. .419 N. Main St., Hendersonville NC. This event is a drop-in wine and cheese pairing, with music provided by Josh Dunkin and Daniel Sage. Tickets are $30/single, or $50/couple. |
Date: March
23 - 24, 2019
NC City: BLOWING ROCK
Event: Melt Down Games
at Appalachian
Ski Mountain Winter isn’t over until we say it is. Come enjoy Appalachian’s classic end of the winter celebration on Saturday and Sunday, March 23-24. A full weekend of crazy events you won’t see any other time of the year, with lots of snow, sun, and skin. |
Date: March
23, 2019
NC City: HAYESVILLE
Event:
Empty Bowls at John C Campbell Folk
School The
event takes
place from 5-7
PM and tickets
are $35.00 (includes a handmade bowl by a local potter, soup, bread, salad and dessert). Support food banks while sharing a hearty meal with friends and enjoying a fun evening at the Folk School. Extra bowls will be for sale for $20.00 after the event. Enjoy live music by the Dog Branch Cats as
well as the company of new and old friends.
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Date:
March 23 - 24, 2019
NC City: BRYSON CITY
Event: Nantahala Racing Club US Open Slalom & Downriver Elite slalom and downriver racers strive for precision and speed on the legendary Nantahala Falls course at this classic southeastern race. Meanwhile, wildwater racers compete in sprint and classic components on the Nantahala River. at Patton's Run and Ferebee
Park. Hosted by the Nantahala Racing Club. |
Date:
March 27, 2019
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event:
Melange of the Mountains Mélange of the Mountains is Haywood’s premier culinary event launching the spring tourism season. It is a uniquely local epicurean partnership of innovative chefs, sustainable producers, crafty microbrewers and local farms.
Visitors, from near and far, will discover that Haywood County is a vibrant and diverse destination for foodies of all ages – well worth a gold star on the regional gastronomy map
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Date: March
28, 2019
NC City: BRASSTOWN
Event: Music
Events at John C Campbell Folk School:
Annie Fain and Geraud Barralon
Geraud Barralon comes from the Rhone-Alpes region of France and now makes his home outside of Murphy, NC. He has a background in Django Reinhardt style, rhythmic swing guitar and has performed for many a swing dance in Lyon with group, Djoukil. He sings original and traditional French song, accompanying himself on guitar or octave mandolin, and published his first solo album in 2012 called "Comment faire du feu....avec ce qu'il rest" (How to make a fire with what is left). Geraud also organizes an annual tour called the "Bal Itinerant" (Traveling Dance). A team of 14 travel and perform traditional French, Irish, Appalachian, and Cajun music for dancers in small towns in Ardeche.. 7 PM - FREE admission, but DONATIONS
WELCOME. |
Date: March 29, 2019
NC City: FRANKLIN
Event: Smoky
Mountains Center Event: Movie: Black Panther T'Challa, heir to the hidden but advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must step forward to lead his people into a new future and must confront a challenger from his country's past. |
Date: March
29 - 31, 2019
NC City: BRYSON
CITY
Event: NRC
Whitewater US Open
at NOC
Open to all ages. This national-level event
is hosted by Nantahala Racing Club.
Elite slalom paddlers strive for precision and speed on the legendary Nantahala Falls course at this classic southeastern race. Meanwhile, wildwater racers compete in sprint and classic components on the Nantahala River.
Spectators are invited to enjoy the show from the Forest Service walkway along the Nantahala Falls, which affords excellent views of both races.
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Date: March
30,
2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
KOA
Opening Day Trout Fishing Tournament
Some of the finest trout fishing in the eastern United States is located on the Cherokee Indian Reservation adjacent to the Cherokee KOA.
Compete with other anglers for thousands of dollars in prizes.
Cherokee KOA Trout tournaments are held in March, August and October. Fishing Season is closed in the month of March until the opening day.
$3,000 in prizes. |
Date: March 30, 2019
NC City: CHIMNEY ROCK
Event:
Take a Walk in a Park Day
Put down your smart phone and join us for National Take A Walk in a Park Day. Our Naturalist will lead several guided hikes throughout the day, we’ll have Kids in Parks onsite sharing information about their Track Trail Program and Frugal Backpacker sharing tips about packing the perfect hiking bag and choosing the right hiking gear for your adventure.
A portion of Park admission on this day will go to the Kids in Parks program.
Event Schedule
11 am. – Event kicks off with family hike along Hickory Nut Falls trail
11am-2pm- Kids in Parks hosts informational session about Track Trail Program
11am-2pm- Frugal Backpacker “How to Pack a Day Pack” and “Hiking Pole Basics” demonstrations
1-2 pm- Hike with a Doctor from Rutherford Regional Health along the Great Woodland Adventure trail.
Included with admission. |
Date: March 30
- 31,
2019
NC City: CHEROKEE
Event:
Cherokee's Annual Opening Day Fishing Tournament
$11 entry fee
with a total of $20,000 divided among the
winners. Enjoy the renowned trout fishing on the
Cherokee Reservation with the first tournament
of the year.
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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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NC Parks, Nature Programs: |
When: All year, some closings
Where: Northwest NC Mountains
What: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Events
throughout the year. View the full
calendar online. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
North Carolina Arboretum Touring and permanent exhibits,
events and educational programs. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Special events and programs, wild walks,
Junior Naturalist program, wildlife
workshops and more. |
When: various times, all
year
Where: Asheville NC
What: Grandfather
Mountain Special
programs with naturalists, Habitat
tours, Special kids events, Junior
Ranger programs, walks and hikes |
When: All year
Where: Chimney Rock NC
What: Chimney
Rock Park Nature Programs
and hikes Learn the secrets and
wonders of nature, attend photography or
dulcimer workshops or enjoy special
events and campouts. |
When: All year, Mon-Sat
Where: Brevard NC area
What:
Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education Exhibits,
special programs, fishing, Nature Nuts
and Eco Explorers |
When: All year, various
times
Where: Nebo, near Marion NC
What:
Lake James Park Programs
Ranger conducted hikes, nature programs,
boat trips and special events. Free to
the public. |
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Art and Crafts: |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
The Folk Art Center Touring
exhibits, craft demonstrations, special
events, educational opportunities and
workshops. |
When: All year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
North Carolina Arboretum Touring and permanent exhibits,
events and educational programs. |
When: 5 PM 4th Friday, May
- Oct
Where: Brevard NC
What:
4th Friday Gallery Tour An
evening of Art, Wine and Food in
Downtown
Brevard |
When: All Year
Where: Asheville NC
What:
River Arts District
daily open studio
tours and special events. Over 120
artists in an historic setting with
restaurants and a brewery. |
When: May - Nov, 10 AM -
4 PM
Where: Blowing Rock NC
What:
Craft demonstrations
Members of the renowned Southern
Highland Craft Guild demonstrate
traditional and contemporary crafts. |
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Miscellaneous activities: |
When: All year, Mon - Sat
Where: Bryson City NC
What:
Marianna Black Library Special events, classic
movies, Anime Club, Music programs,
Artisan displays |
When: May - October
Where: Between Spruce Pine and Little
Switzerland on Parkway
What:
The Orchard at Alta Pass Live
mountain music and
mountain dancing, storytelling and
hayrides, monarch butterfly raising,
naturalist tours and birding walks,
arts and handwork demonstrations,
book signings and more. |
When: 6 PM, 1st Fridays, May -
Dec
Where: Sylva NC
What: Sylva After Dark
A night of arts, dining, music,
refreshments, shopping and more. |
When: All year
Where: Mount Airy NC
What:
The Surry Arts Council Performing
and visual arts events |
When: last Saturdays, 9-11 AM
Where: Black Mountain NC
What: Cruz-N
Black Mountain. Classic and
custom cars, trucks and motorcycles in
downtown at the visitor center. |
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