Bluegrass at the Rock: Appalachian Roadshow
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States"Appalachian Road Show is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, bluegrass and folk songs, as well as offering innovative original music, all presented with a common thread tied directly to the heart of the Appalachian regions of the United States. GRAMMY-nominated banjoist Barry Abernathy, joins forces with GRAMMY-winning fiddler Jim VanCleve, […]
WNC Fermenting Festival
Madison County Fairgrounds 258 Carolina Lane, Marshall, NC, United StatesCultivate Our Community with this uniquely tasteful event to be held from 11:00am to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6th, at the Madison County Fair Grounds, 258 Carolina Lane. Tickets are $5 to attend, with proceeds benefiting the local food pantry Beacon of Hope Services. Local and regional fermenters will be presenting their products with several […]
Music at the Market Concert: Slate Mountain Ramblers
Surry County Farmer's Market 903 E. Atkins Street, Dobson, NC, United StatesThe Slate Mountain Ramblers is a family old-time band from Mt. Airy. They formerly lived in Ararat, Va., a small community at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains. For many years, Richard Bowman, his wife Barbara and their daughter Marsha have spent weekends playing music. Richard plays fiddle, Barbara the bass and Marsha the […]
Winter Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum
North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, United StatesWinter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise.
Naturalist Niche: Fall Ridge Hike
Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, United StatesThe trails of Chimney Rock in the fall are amazing, but a guided hike off-the-beaten-path can lead you to places you never knew existed. Join a naturalist and learn what fall brings to Hickory Nut Gorge. You’ll discover seasonal changes along your trek that will introduce you to a whole new perspective of the Park. […]
Dance Night in Fines Creek with Running Wolfe and the Renegades
Fines Creek Community Center Fines Creek Road, Clyde, North Carolina, United StatesDance Night in Fines Creek with Running Wolfe and the Renegades. Traditional country and rock, clogging, line dancing, two-step, swing, mountain dancing 100% of proceeds go to FCCA in supporting scholarships, community needs, and the Manna Foodbank Dance $5 Hotdog $5 with Chips, Dessert, Drink Cake Walk and 50/50 Raffle
Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas
The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts Rivers Street, Boone, NC, United StatesThe holidays truly become a family affair when married duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy — two of the globes best and brightest fiddle players — invite their children onstage for an unforgettable evening of holiday fun. “Nothing short of jaw dropping … There are performances here that will raise you up and performances that […]
Candlelight Christmas at Historic Johnson Farm
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road , Hendersonville, United StatesCandlelight Christmas tours will be held December 2 and 3. Five tours will be offered each evening, at 5:00, 5:45, 6:30, 7:15 and 8:00 PM. Visitors will take part in a guided tour of the decorated 1880 farm house, visit with the Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists, listen to live music by local students, and […]
Christmas Craft Market
The Hub Station Arts Center Cedar Valley Road, Hudson, North Carolina, United StatesJoin us for our 7th annual Christmas Makers Market! Our halls will be filled with 30+ local vendors selling unique gifts, custom home décor, sweet treats, one-of-a-kind jewelry and so much more. Make Christmas shopping easy this year by shopping local! Enjoy food trucks on our front lawn and have a prime viewing spot for […]
Bluegrass at the Rock: Steve Dilling & Sideline
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States"Steve Dilling and Skip Cherryholmes are joined by Jamie Harper, Nick Goad, Andy Buckner, and Kyle Windbeck. Each with a commitment to working as one unit to deliver high-energy, innovative, hard-driving, variety-packed entertainment night after night throughout Sideline’s lengthy tour schedule. Always seeking new breakthroughs in music, while holding to the core of their proven […]
Christmas Tours at Historic Johnson Farm
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road , Hendersonville, United StatesDuring the weeks of December 5-9 and 12-16, the farm will host daytime Christmas tours. Guided tours are at 10:30 AM each day. While drop-ins are allowed, those with reservations take priority, so please consider making a reservation. Guided daytime tours are $15 for adults, $10 for students and seniors (65 and over), and free […]
Appalachian Christmas and Tinsel Trail at Shelton House
Shelton House Campus 49 Shelton Street, Waynesville, NC, United StatesThe Shelton House - Museum of NC Handicrafts in Waynesville, NC will once again conclude their events for our 41st year in a magical way. On Sunday, December 5, we will host our annual Appalachian Family Christmas event and open the Tinsel Trail for a month-long opportunity to safely get outside and enjoy the Holiday Lights […]
