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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

David Holt’s State of Music Presents Rising Stars

Reeves Theater 129 West Main Street, Elkin, NC, United States

Come celebrate the launch of the new season of the acclaimed PBS series David Holt’s State of Music at the live musical performance David Holt’s State of Music Presents Rising Stars.  Four-time Grammy winner David Holt will host an exciting evening of music from emerging musical artists showcased in Season 4 of David Holt’s State of Music which PBS will […]

$25 – $50

Halloween Open House: Creepy Crafts

Bring the little goblins to the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum for some "creepy crafts" on Saturday, October 26th from 2-3 pm! Join us for Halloween-themed hands-on activities for the family! Free and open to the public.

FREE

Blacksmith & Fine Craft Auction

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

Our annual Blacksmith Auction features some of the finest artist-blacksmith work, as well as a wide selection of other fine craft items made by Folk School instructors and students. Proceeds benefit the craft programs at the school.

FREE

IIIrd Tyme Out: Concerts at the Rock

Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States

Concerts at the Rock welcomes IIIrd Tyme Out. “Playing music is the easy part,” says Russell Moore with an ever-so-slightly rueful laugh as he looks back on more than thirty years of doing what he grew up wanting to do. “By the time we put this band together”—he’s talking about IIIrd Tyme Out, his musical […]

$20

“Out of the Blue” Art Exhibit

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

The Yadkin Cultural Arts Center welcomes Tory Casey back to the Welborn Gallery to show her latest exhibit titled, “Out of the Blue”. This exhibit focuses on exploring community and culture, social commentary, history and folklore. Tory Casey’s paintings are always narrative, and she paints from a bird’s eye view, using deceptively simple images and bright […]

Old Crow Medicine Show

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Riverside Drive, Boone, NC, United States

Old Crow Medicine Show started busking on street corners in 1998 in New York state and up through Canada, winning audiences along the way with their boundless energy and spirit. They eventually found themselves in Boone, NC, where they caught the attention of folk icon Doc Watson while playing in front of a pharmacy. He […]

$15 – $25

Brevard’s Gallery Walk

Transylvania Community Arts Council 349 S. Caldwell Street, Brevard, NC, United States

Enjoy an evening stroll in downtown Brevard, NC as you explore art, music and wine. More than 30 galleries, studios, stores and restaurants will stay open late from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm. This is a great night to start your Holiday shopping! Make an evening of it and stop by and have dinner in […]

Free

Fireside Sale at John C. Campbell Folk School

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

Stroll through the beautifully decorated Keith House and shop for holiday gifts made by local and regional artists. More treasures await in the Music Studio and Dining Hall, and don’t miss the Craft Shop’s annual sale!

FREE

Folk Art Center: Holiday Makers Sale

Folk Art Center Milepost 382, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, NC, United States

Looking for the perfect holiday gifts? Rather than heading to the crowded malls this season, shop inside the festive Folk Art Center at the Holiday Makers Sale. The auditorium will be filled with makers of the Guild liquidating overstocks and annual inventory of fine crafts 10-50% off. This is the best opportunity to find deals […]

The Big Crafty

Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Voted WNC’s favorite art event for the past decade, The Big Crafty returns for a day of hand-to-heart art & craft on Saturday & Sunday December 7 & 8 from 12-6pm at Asheville’s US Cellular Center. Join us for a trip through the creative landscape, with 150 creative venturers and total art stars, craft-infused good […]

The Big Crafty

Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Voted WNC’s favorite art event for the past decade, The Big Crafty returns for a day of hand-to-heart art & craft on Saturday & Sunday December 7 & 8 from 12-6pm at Asheville’s US Cellular Center. Join us for a trip through the creative landscape, with 150 creative venturers and total art stars, craft-infused good […]

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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