Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival
Main Street of Elkin Elkin, NC, United StatesThe Annual Yadkin Valley Pumpkin Festival is held in Historic Downtown Elkin on the 4th Saturday in September from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. The annual Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off starts at 9 am and ends around 1 pm (Fruit can be registered from 7am-9am) located at 257 Standard St. There will be pumpkins & watermelons […]
Dupont Forest Festival
On National Public Lands Day, Saturday, September 23, Friends of DuPont Forest will host the 6th annual DuPont Forest Festival, an event celebrating the adventure and beauty of DuPont State Recreational Forest. The family-friendly event includes yoga, group bike rides, group hikes, a group trail run, face painting, nature walks, fly-fishing demo, history tours, food […]
David & The Giants
Andy Griffith Playhouse Rockford Street, Mount Airy, North Carolina, United StatesEnjoy an evening with the Christian Rock band David & The Giants featuring Keith Thibodeaux on drums. David and the Giants began as a rock band in 1963 in Laurel, Mississippi by the Huff brothers: David, Clayborn, and Rayborn. Along with Jerry Parker on drums, they toured the Southeast during the 1960s. In 1977, they […]
GetLit! Literary Weekend
The Mitford Museum 145 Cedar Valley Road, Hudson, NC, United StatesThe Mitford Museum's second annual literary weekend will focus on inspiring, encouraging, and empowering writers as we work to increase interest in reading, storytelling, and the literary arts in North Carolina. We’re offering presentations for readers and writers alike with readings, book signings, and classes. Participating authors include: -Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times bestselling […]
111th Annual Cherokee Indian Fair
Cherokee Expo Center 1501 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesThe 111th Annual Cherokee Indian Fair promises five days of excitement and engaging activities that will create lasting memories for visitors of all ages! From traditional stickball games and captivating competitions to authentic crafts, delectable food vendors, exhilarating rides, and games. The fair offers a diverse range of experiences for everyone. See below for the full Fair […]
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 StatesStrains 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 […]
Rivercane Flutes & Pouch with Billy Welch
Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center School House Road, Robbinsville, NC, United StatesCome learn about the history and preservation of rivercane while making a flute and leather pouch from renowned Cherokee artist, Billy (B.J.) Welch. Simple instruction in playing the flute is a part of the class. All tools and materials provided – perfect for beginners and youth. Welch is a treasured Snowbird artist well known for […]
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
John C. Campbell Folk School One Folk School Road, Brasstown, NC, United StatesWe 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 […]
Sonker Festival
Edwards-Franklin House 4132 Haystack Road, Mount Airy, NC, United StatesThe Sonker Festival is a Surry County tradition, presented each year by the Surry County Historical Society. It is held the first Saturday in October at the Edwards-Franklin House west of Mount Airy. Festival attendees sample sonker made from a variety of family recipes passed down through generations. Admission is free, with a nominal charge […]
The Art of Braided Rugs
Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center School House Road, Robbinsville, NC, United StatesLearn the craft of braided rugs from local artist, Dianne Ellis. This course is two classes one week apart. During the first class students will be provided with all the tools and enough materials to braid either a hot pad or chair cushion. During the second class students will take all of their completed braided […]
Autumn Leaves Festival
Downtown Mount Airy Corner of Rawley Avenue & N. Main Street, Mount Airy, NC, United StatesDowntown 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 […]
