Family Fun
May Day Parade at John C. Campbell Folk School
John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United StatesMay Day Parade hosted by the Brasstown Morris Dancers Join Folk School students, staff, and community for our annual English tradition of the May Day Parade and Maypole Dance. If you want to join in the short parade, meet at Festival Barn. The procession begins at 11:45am and will skip-daddle on down to the field […]
2022 NC Butterfly Festival
Downtown Hudson Central Street, Hudson, North Carolina, United StatesThe Hudson Butterfly Festival is the oldest festival in Caldwell County. The festival will feature arts, crafts, food & drink from area vendors, great entertainment, and plenty of children’s activities. Enjoy the festival and explore the Hub Station Arts Center while you're in town!
The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesFrom May 28 through June 4, daily, short, guided strolls will highlight Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. The weeklong rambles culminate on Sunday, June 5, during which the park will host a special speaker and activities throughout the day. Included with admission.
White Squirrel Weekend 2022
Downtown Brevard Brevard, NC, United StatesHeart of Brevard is excited to announce a new date and focus for the White Squirrel Festival - White Squirrel Weekend 2022! White Squirrel Weekend will take place June 3-4, 2022. The Heart of Brevard Board and Events and Marketing Committee considered a wide variety of factors before deciding on a date shift and refreshed […]
Blue Ridge Heritage Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival
Shelton House Campus 49 Shelton Street, Waynesville, NC, United StatesStretching out over 8 acres, the Shelton House "Blue Ridge Heritage Weekend" will be held Saturday and Sunday June 18th & 19th, 2022 on the beautiful grounds of Shelton House just 3 blocks off Main Street in Waynesville, NC. Saturday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Don't Wait... Plan your […]
Blue Ridge Blueberries: U-Pick Farm
Blue Ridge Blueberries 267 Altapass Church of God Road, Spruce Pine, NC, United StatesWe are launching our U-Pick Blueberry farm this year: www.blueridgeblueberries.com. We are located about 1.5 miles off the parkway at mile marker 327 where Altapass Hwy intersects the parkway between North Cove overlook and the Altapass Orchard: 267 Altapass Church of God Rd. Our farm (Revival Farm and Art) is also home to Plumb Art (deborahkolp.com). […]
Grandfather Glows: Bioluminescent Evenings on Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesHave the rare opportunity to see Synchronous Fireflies, Blue Ghost Fireflies and Glowworms, weather and conditions permitting (rain dates provided). Tickets go on sale May 23 at 10 a.m. The Photinus carolinus is the only species of firefly in North America whose individuals can synchronize their lighting display, meaning they can flash in unison. The […]
Grandfather Glows: Bioluminescent Evenings on Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesHave the rare opportunity to see Synchronous Fireflies, Blue Ghost Fireflies and Glowworms, weather and conditions permitting (rain dates provided). Tickets go on sale May 23 at 10 a.m. The Photinus carolinus is the only species of firefly in North America whose individuals can synchronize their lighting display, meaning they can flash in unison. The […]
Valdese Independence Day Celebration
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States2022 Independence Day will be held in conjunction with Valdese Summer Concert Series on July 1, 2022. Each year the Town of Valdese celebrates Independence Day by holding an impressive fireworks display on the football field behind the Old Rock School. Regarded as one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the area, the Town […]
Grandfather Glows: Bioluminescent Evenings on Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesHave the rare opportunity to see Synchronous Fireflies, Blue Ghost Fireflies and Glowworms, weather and conditions permitting (rain dates provided). Tickets go on sale May 23 at 10 a.m. The Photinus carolinus is the only species of firefly in North America whose individuals can synchronize their lighting display, meaning they can flash in unison. The […]
Independence Day Community Celebration & Fireworks Extravaganza
It’s a red, white squirrel and blue Independence Day Celebration in downtown Brevard! Festivities kick off at 10am and the fun continues throughout the day. This community-wide celebration includes something for the entire family including Sycamore Cycles Patriotic Bike Parade, Transylvania Community Arts Council Arts Showcase, Transylvania Cruisers Classic Car Show, local food vendors and children’s activities. Join elected officials for the Memorial […]
75th Annual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands: Summer Edition
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIn its 75th year, the Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands returns to downtown Asheville’s Harrah’s Cherokee Center. Filling both the concourse and arena levels of the venue, makers exhibit a variety of craft ranging from contemporary to traditional in works of clay, wood, metal, glass, fiber, natural materials, paper, leather, mixed media, and jewelry. […]
