Festivals
Folk School Fall Festival
Golden fall sunlight and brightly colored leaves provide a scenic backdrop for the John C. Campbell Folk School's Fall Festival. This treasured annual celebration of Appalachian culture, held on the Folk School's Brasstown, North Carolina campus, heralds its 45th anniversary in October. The Folk School's enduring commitment to the arts is evident in a vibrant […]
Festival of the Frescoes
Glendale Springs, North Carolina 120 Glendale Springs School Road , Glendale Springs, United StatesYou are invited to our annual Festival of the Frescoes, rain or shine! Featured are crafts by regional artisans, delicious food, children's activities, yummy bakery goods, silent auction, incredible indoor yard sale called Granny's Attic and raffles. Visit the famous frescoes painted by Ben Long and his students.
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesAsheville's long-standing Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands is bringing interactive and dynamic craft to the heart of downtown at the U.S. Cellular Center for its 72nd year. The public will have the opportunity to shop and connect with regional, master craftsmen. This four-day event lasts until Sunday, October 20 at 5pm. Throughout the event, […]
Valle Country Fair
Valle Crucis Conference Center Fair Grounds Highway 194S , Valle Crucis, NC, United StatesCome early, stay late and enjoy live music in the big tent from 9 to 4 pm in a beautiful and historic mountain setting. More than 160 top quality, juried art and craft exhibitors from the Southeast. Food Galore – Hot Coffee/Tea and breakfast items available early, Brunswick Stew, Chili, BBQ, Sausage Factory, Burgers and […]
Shelton House History, Heritage & Crafts
Shelton House Campus 49 Shelton Street, Waynesville, NC, United StatesShelton House History, Heritage and Crafts presents an “Old Fashioned Appalachian Family Christmas, Grand Illumination and opening of the Tinsel Tree Trail”. Come join Shelton House for a Holiday celebration with a visit from Santa, Hot Chocolate and other treats, a Victorian Christmas Open House, Caroling, Grand Illumination of the House, and the opening of […]
2nd Annual Steve Sutton Memorial – Folkmoot Center
Queen Auditorium, Folkmoot Center Hazelwood School, 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC, United StatesWhen Haywood County native and stellar banjo player Steve Sutton died unexpectedly in 2017, he left a legacy of great music and great mentoring. His career had carried him to stages around the world, including a stint on the Grand Ole Opry, and he won many awards, including multiple Grammy nominations. At home, he was […]
Airing of the Quilts
Appalachian Women's Museum 100 W. Hometown Place, Dillsboro, NC, United StatesThe airing of the quilts is a traditional rite of spring in the mountains. After a long winter with families snuggled under layers of warm handmade quilts, the warmer weather of springtime gave women a chance to freshen up and air-out these essential covers. We want to invite you to have a part in this […]
White Squirrel Festival
Downtown Brevard Brevard, NC, United StatesIn Brevard, We Celebrate Our White Squirrel Population! Featuring two-and-a-half days of great live music, crafts, and food, the White Squirrel Festival in Downtown Brevard, NC is the perfect way to experience everything this charming mountain community has to offer. Best of all it’s FREE! It has earned the reputation for showcasing many undiscovered artists […]
Blue Ridge Fiber Fest
Justice Carlisle Higgins Fairgrounds Highway 21 N @ Bledsoe Creek Road, Sparta, NC, United StatesOffering vendors, workshops, fiber animals and demonstrations. The festival is being held at the Justice Carlisle Higgins Fairgrounds and Agricultural Center, U.S. 21, Sparta, Alleghany County, NC, Friday and Saturday from 9 AM until 5 PM.
Blue Ridge Fiber Fest
Justice Carlisle Higgins Fairgrounds Highway 21 N @ Bledsoe Creek Road, Sparta, NC, United StatesOffering vendors, workshops, fiber animals and demonstrations. The festival is being held at the Justice Carlisle Higgins Fairgrounds and Agricultural Center, U.S. 21, Sparta, Alleghany County, NC, Friday and Saturday from 9 AM until 5 PM.
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers St , Boone, North Carolina, United StatesJason Isbell and the 400 Unit open the 36th season of An Appalachian Summer Festival on Sunday, June 28 at 8pm at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts. The summer stop is part of the highly anticipated national tour behind the group’s newest album, Reunions (to be released May 15). As such, the festival […]
23rd Annual Cherokee Voices Festival
Museum of the Cherokee People 598 Tsali Blvd., NC, Cherokee, NC, United StatesDemonstrations, Encampments, Vendors, Cherokee Food, Cherokee Youth, Dances, Singing
