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Plott – Toberfest 2023

The Haywood County Historical & Genealogical Society (HCH&GS) announces its recent approval by the Town of Canton to co-sponsor a fundraiser to benefit the Society and the Canton Historical Museum. As part of an increased effort in Haywood County to celebrate our rich history, the HCH&GS will hold a new event called “Plott-Toberfest” which combines […]

Plott-Tober Fest

Sorrells Park 8 Sorrells Street, Canton, NC, United States

Strains of German oom-pah music and the tempting aroma of schnitzel and bratwurst are coming to Canton’s Sorrells Park for PLOTT-TOBER FEST, October 5-8. Sponsored by the Haywood County Historical & Genealogical Society (HCH&GS) in partnership with the Canton Historical Museum and the Town of Canton, PLOTT-TOBER FEST is a four-day festival celebrating the Plott […]

John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival

John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

We invite you to the John C. Campbell Folk School’s 47th annual Fall Festival, featuring a wide variety of craftspeople, continuous live music and dance, craft demonstrations, good food, and much more! A premiere destination since 1974, the Folk School’s Fall Festival attracts thousands from across the region to the school’s scenic Brasstown, North Carolina […]

Autumn Leaves Festival

Downtown Mount Airy Corner of Rawley Avenue & N. Main Street, Mount Airy, NC, United States

Downtown Mount Airy comes to life with the works of more than 200 artisans during the height of fall leaf-viewing season. Crafters line both sides of Main Street, with many demonstrating talents and skills passed down through generations. The roster of artisans and crafters runs the spectrum from pottery to paintings to textiles to jewelry […]

2nd Fridays Westside Mixer

Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United States

Pull up your lawn chairs for our 2nd Fridays Westside Mixer series! We're back for our second year with some great entertainment! Craft Demonstrations, kids' crafts, live music, food trucks, games... You won't want to miss this free-to-attend event! October 13: Metals demonstrations (Forge, Welding, Silversmith, etc), music by Road House Rodeo, Rock'n Rooster Street […]

Valle Country Fair

Valle Crucis Conference Center NC Highway 194 across from Holy Cross Church (122 Skiles Way, Banner Elk, NC 28604) & the Valle Crucis Conference Center, Valle Crucis, NC, United States

An overgrown church bazaar set in a picturesque NC mountain valley during peak fall color season. Hand-made crafts, home-cooked food and mountain music make this fall festival and community celebration an authentic slice of Blue Ridge culture! All proceeds help people in need. Free admission, $10 parking per vehicle. www.vallecountryfair.org 828-963-4609

The Willingham Theater Presents Della Mae

Yadkin Cultural Arts Center 226 E. Main Street, Yadkinville, NC, United States

Della Mae is a GRAMMY-nominated all-woman string band founded by lead vocalist/guitarist Celia Woodsmith and 2-time Grand National champion fiddle player Kimber Ludiker. Rounding out the current touring lineup are guitarist Avril Smith, and bassist Vickie Vaughn. Hailing from across North America, and reared in diverse musical styles, Della Mae is one of the most […]

The Malpass Brothers

Historic Earle Theatre North Main Street, Mount Airy, NC, United States

The Malpass Brothers return for their fourth appearance at the Historic Earle Theatre in Downtown Mount Airy. The band is as close to real traditional county music artists as you can get. Their smooth voices blend and skillful musicianship pay respect to the legends who have paved their way. The brothers have appeared on iconic […]

Folkmoot Hosts First-Annual Holiday Bazaar

Folkmoot Friendship Center 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC, United States

Folkmoot USA is thrilled to host its first-annual “Holiday Bazaar” on Friday, November 17, 2023. The event will begin at 3pm and run until 9pm It will take place at the large field just beside the Folkmoot Friendship Center at 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC 28786. Inspired by the European Holiday markets, it's the perfect […]

Appalachian Road Show

Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center 121 Schoolhouse Road, Stecoah, NC, United States

Appalachian Road Show combines the award-winning talents of lead singer and banjoist Barry Abernathy, tenor singer and mandolinist extraordinaire Darrell Webb, and Grammy award-winning fiddler and producer Jim Van Cleve. On guitar is Zeb Snyder, a young phenom who has taken acoustic guitar circles by storm. The group seeks to honor the music, traditions, and history […]

Dailey & Vincent

Historic Earle Theatre North Main Street, Mount Airy, NC, United States

For the last 4 years, Dailey & Vincent have brought their multi-award-winning American Music (bluegrass, traditional country, and gospel music) to a national television audience on their top-rated, national, weekly television show, The Dailey & Vincent Show on RFD TV. Grand Ole Opry Members, Five-time GRAMMY® award winners individually, three-time GRAMMY® award nominees collectively, four-time […]

Appalachian Family Christmas & Opening of the 2023 Tinsel Trail

Shelton House Campus 49 Shelton Street, Waynesville, NC, United States

The Shelton House - Museum of NC Handicrafts in Waynesville, NC will conclude their 2023 events again this year in a magical way. On December 3, we will host our 4th annual Appalachian Family Christmas event and open the Tinsel Trail for a month-long opportunity to get outside and enjoy the Holiday Lights and Decorations. Santa Claus will visit on December 3 from […]

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