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Things That Go Bump in the Night

Pisgah National Forest & Brevard Pisgah Forest, NC, United States

When the sun sets during summer, who knows what nocturnal creatures call the Pisgah National Forest home? From blue ghost fireflies, owls and coyotes to black bears and tree frogs, join us for a night of exploration as we search the forest for anything nocturnal! Guide and local naturalist Bryan Suson will talk about who […]

$4 – $20

ArborEvenings

Relax and unwind at the Arboretum’s new “ArborEvenings” after hours series. Held every Thursday, April – October, from 6 to 9 p.m., visitors will see the Arboretum’s gardens come to light after dark while enjoying delicious food and tasty beverages, including beer and wine, in one of Asheville’s most beautiful natural settings. On the last […]

Standard Parking Fees Apply

Blackberry Festival 2019

4:00 P.M. – REGISTRATION FOR THE BLACKBERRY PAGEANT 5:00 P.M. – FESTIVAL & BEER GARDEN OPEN 5:30 P.M. – THE BLACKBERRY PAGEANT 7:00 P.M. – BLACKBERRY GLOW RUN REGISTRATION 7:30 P.M. LIVE MUSIC KICKOFF WITH GOTCHA GROOVE 8:30 P.M. – THE BLACKBERRY GLOW RUN & ONE MILE FUN RUN

FREE

The Cherokee Bonfire

Oconaluftee Island Park Intersection of 441 and Hwy 19, Cherokee, NC, United States

Gather around a crackling fire in Cherokee, NC, and hear stories from the beginning of time. The Cherokee Bonfire is back! This event series is free and open to the public, only this year it's bigger than ever, with more days added to the season.  As the evening begins to cool, hear mesmerizing stories of creation, as well […]

FREE

Blackberry Festival 2019

Downtown Lenoir Main Street Lenoir between West and Harper Avenues, Lenoir, NC, United States

VENDORS, FOOD, MUSIC, CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES AND BLACKBERRIES FOR SALE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. JOIN US AT THE FREE BLACKBERRY PATCH KIDS ZONE HOSTED BY CHICK-FIL-A OF SMITH CROSSROADS AND WATERLIFE CHURCH. FEATURING SPECIAL APPEARANCES BY SUPERHEROES, LIVE PIRATE SHOWS, TOUCH-A-TRUCK, AND PLENTY OF FAMILY FUN! 9:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. – […]

The Cherokee Bonfire

Oconaluftee Island Park Intersection of 441 and Hwy 19, Cherokee, NC, United States

Gather around a crackling fire in Cherokee, NC, and hear stories from the beginning of time. The Cherokee Bonfire is back! This event series is free and open to the public, only this year it's bigger than ever, with more days added to the season.  As the evening begins to cool, hear mesmerizing stories of creation, as well […]

FREE

Georgia Mail

Brasstown Community Civic Center 255 Settawig Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

Georgia Mail is a new group whose members are from North Georgia and Western NC. Their focus is old-fashioned, traditional bluegrass music. Their sound is based on the strong, soulful lead singing of Jeff Haynes, who also plays rhythm guitar. Kerry Warbington, from Cleveland, GA, is well respected as one of the best banjo pickers […]

$8

The Cherokee Bonfire

Oconaluftee Island Park Intersection of 441 and Hwy 19, Cherokee, NC, United States

Gather around a crackling fire in Cherokee, NC, and hear stories from the beginning of time. The Cherokee Bonfire is back! This event series is free and open to the public, only this year it's bigger than ever, with more days added to the season.  As the evening begins to cool, hear mesmerizing stories of creation, as well […]

FREE

The Cherokee Bonfire

Oconaluftee Island Park Intersection of 441 and Hwy 19, Cherokee, NC, United States

Gather around a crackling fire in Cherokee, NC, and hear stories from the beginning of time. The Cherokee Bonfire is back! This event series is free and open to the public, only this year it's bigger than ever, with more days added to the season.  As the evening begins to cool, hear mesmerizing stories of creation, as well […]

FREE

Things That Go Bump in the Night

Pisgah National Forest & Brevard Pisgah Forest, NC, United States

When the sun sets during summer, who knows what nocturnal creatures call the Pisgah National Forest home? From blue ghost fireflies, owls and coyotes to black bears and tree frogs, join us for a night of exploration as we search the forest for anything nocturnal! Guide and local naturalist Bryan Suson will talk about who […]

$4 – $20

Music on the Deck with Ansel Couch

Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United States

Enjoy views of the Rocky Broad River and local acoustic music from Ansel Couch, master of song and guitar, while relishing the taste of specially-crafted buffet items inspired by the region.

The Cherokee Bonfire

Oconaluftee Island Park Intersection of 441 and Hwy 19, Cherokee, NC, United States

Gather around a crackling fire in Cherokee, NC, and hear stories from the beginning of time. The Cherokee Bonfire is back! This event series is free and open to the public, only this year it's bigger than ever, with more days added to the season.  As the evening begins to cool, hear mesmerizing stories of creation, as well […]

FREE

We welcome submission of Western North Carolina events focused on our heritage themes of mountain music, crafts, foodways, outdoors and Cherokee culture. Please submit two weeks in advance.

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