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Our Events
From the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks, find something to do or discover a new vacation destination
Tweetsie Ghost Train
Spooky fun for the whole family with night train rides, haunted house, special rides and attractions.
Blowing Rock Halloween Festival
Fun for families with downtown trick-or –treating, games and the costumed Monster March where everyone can participate. Free.
Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra
Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra is a seven-piece acoustic band from Oslo, Norway, that has captured hearts in both Norway and the US with its unique blend of bluegrass and Nordic folk – a style often dubbed “Nordicana.”
Tryon Beer Fest
Tryon Beer Fest returns this November with music, games, great food, and—most importantly—the best craft beer from across the Carolinas.
WNC Pottery Festival
Come see why it’s become a top arts event in the mountains, attended annually by several thousand pottery aficionados.
Task Force Pineapple Productions presents 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express
11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express is a powerful, firsthand account of the final days of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and the extraordinary civilian-led rescue mission that emerged in its wake.
MOMIX: Botanica
MOMIX Botanica is a lush, surreal journey through nature’s ever-changing imagery, following the rhythms of the seasons and the passing of a day.
Upstream Rebellion
Upstream Rebellion is a group of five musicians from Western North Carolina.
Living History Museum Day
This season, Hickory Ridge History Museum proudly reintroduces Living History Museum Days, a return to the immersive, hands-on spirit that once defined us as Hickory Ridge Living History Museum and “village”.
Storytime with Santa at Haven
Begin your holiday weekend with us at Haven on November 27 and 28, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Carriage Rides at Chetola Resort
Start your holiday season with a carriage ride around Chetola Lake surrounded by the glow of Chetola’s annual Festival of Lights in Blowing Rock, NC.
Christmas in the Park & Parade
Family holiday event in downtown Blowing Rock, with music, hot chocolate, and Santa on Friday.
Light Up the Night & Christmas Parade
On the first Saturday of every December, downtown Brevard trades its Land of Waterfalls scenery for twinkling lights, decorated storefronts and ice skating on Main Street.
Visit with Santa at Haven
Join us at Haven in Blowing Rock, NC on December 5th, 12th, and 19th, 2026, between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm for warm hot chocolate, gingerbread cookie decorating, and an opportunity to visit with Santa.
Holiday Sip & Shop
Skip the big-box bustle and shop small at Grovewood Gallery’s Holiday Sip & Shop, December 4–5 from 11am–5pm.
A Small Town Christmas
A Small Town Christmas is a three-day celebration with a sleigh full of traditional holiday activities.
Holiday Stroll
Celebrate the season in downtown Blowing Rock with shopping specials, caroling, special guests, & more!
A Smoky Mountain Christmas Celebration
A Smoky Mountain Christmas transforms Downtown Waynesville into a glowing holiday scene each December, filling Main Street with luminaries, music, and old-fashioned Christmas charm.
Christmas at Lake Junaluska
Dec. 12-14 enjoy Christmas at Lake Junaluska which includes the Holly Jolly Trolley, Holiday Craft Market and family activities, and Festival of Lessons and Carols.
The Barter Players – Frosty: A Musical Adventure
A young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat, and when he places it on a snowman’s head, that snowman comes to life!
Tweetsie Christmas
Step into a Wild West Christmas town at Tweetsie Railroad on select evenings November 27–29; December 4–6, 11–13, 18–23 and 26–30, 2026!
Tweetsie Christmas
Step into a Wild West Christmas town at Tweetsie Railroad on select evenings November 27–29; December 4–6, 11–13, 18–23 and 26–30, 2026!
Tweetsie Christmas Opens
Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a winter wonderland for Tweetsie Christmas!