Family Fun
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. […]
Folkmoot Summerfest 2022 and KidStuff
Folkmoot Friendship Center 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC, United StatesFolkmoot Summerfest 2022 provides amazing, interactive, kid-friendly opportunities and activities. KidStuff is proud to present “Base Camp On the Go,” featuring Gaga Ball, Zorb Ball, Slackline, Corn Hole, giant Connect 4 and Lawn Jenga. There’s a fantastic selection of interactive games consisting of ring toss, pin the nose on the clown, fishing, bowling, and hula […]
Reevestock Music Festival
Reevestock Music Festival, slated for August 5-August 6, 2022, enters its second decade with an exciting music lineup. This grassroots festival has grown into a vibrant two-day celebration of music in both Downtown Elkin and Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater. It’s not only a signature annual event for Elkin, but a much-anticipated gathering for guests from all […]
Smokey Bear’s 78th Birthday
Cradle of Forestry 11250 Pisgah Highway, Pisgah Forest, NC, United StatesEvery year we have the great honor of celebrating Smokey Bear’s Birthday here at the Cradle of Forestry. Smokey is turning 78 this year and we are planning a big birthday bash! Come celebrate Smokey from 11am to 2pm. Enjoy fun activities, games, meeting Smokey Bear, music, and even march in a parade led by […]
16th Annual Franklin Area Folk Festival: “A Celebration of Appalachian Heritage”
Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center 51 Cowee School Drive, Franklin, NC, United StatesThe 16th Annual Franklin Area Folk Festival, “A Celebration of Appalachian Heritage” will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2022, from 10 am to 4 pm at Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center. Nestled in Cowee West’s Mill Historic District at 51 Cowee School Drive in Franklin, NC, the Center is a unique showcase for […]
Speaker Series: Whoo Gives a Hoot
Anne Elizabeth Suratt Nature Center at Walnut Creek Preserve 179 Wood Thrush Lane, Mill Spring, NC, United StatesOwls are one of the most fascinating, but rarely seen, nocturnal creatures, but what makes them so special? Chimney Rock State Park Naturalists will teach you about our native species and the unique characteristics that make them efficient predators and the important role they play in our ecosystem. You’ll even get a chance to meet a […]
