Adult Field Course: The Wonders of Migration
Grandfather Mountain is an amazing diversity hotspot for breeding birds in the southern Appalachians with more than 120 species detected during the nesting season.
Our Events
From the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks, find something to do or discover a new vacation destination
Southern Randolph Country Days
Southern Randolph Country Days fills downtown Seagrove with arts and crafts vendors, food, music and family fun, Friday, Sept. 18, and Saturday, Sept. 19.
Randy Travis Music Festival
Family oriented festival. Car show, food, crafts, contests, music
Grahamtoberfest
Get ready for an exciting day packed with entertainment, delicious food, and friendly competition.
Old Pottery Identification at Jugtown
Do you have an old piece of Jugtown or NC pottery that you’d like to learn more about?
PATTERN RECOGNITION
Mixed metal jewelry by Nell Chandler, acrylic collage landscapes by Adrienne Knowles and hand-made functional pottery by Evelyn Ward.
Texas Guitar Quartet
The Grammy-nominated Texas Guitar Quartet brings precision, warmth, and joyful virtuosity to Chamber Music Raleigh’s Sights & Sounds on Sundays series.
Plant Swap & Potluck
You’re invited for a native plant swap and potluck lunch in the Gardens from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 20!
Esperanza Festival
The Esperanza festival returns to Alamance County for the sixth year, welcoming visitors to savor and experience Hispanic and Latino heritage through dance, music, and food in a family-friendly environment.
American Music Festival Concert Series – Kenari Saxophone Quartet
Applauded for their “flat-out amazing performances” and “stunning virtuosity” (Cleveland Classical), the highly acclaimed Kenari Quartet delivers inspiring performances that transform the perception of the saxophone.
Tweetsie Ghost Train Begins
Spooky fun for the whole family with night train rides, haunted house, special rides and attractions. Friday and Saturday nights, continues through October.
Potters’ Pumpkin Patch Trail
This event is a self-guided tour of five pottery galleries each offering special Fall themed items and experiences starting September 19, 2026, and throughout the month of October.
JOLLIFICATION!
JOLLIFICATION! – Tour of homes + Dinner Under Tent – Noon to 8pm
Cleveland County-Lincoln County Rose Society Rose Show
Rose Show. Everyone welcome to show roses. No entry fee. Free to public after 1 pm. Rose bloom sale at 4 pm.
48th Annual International Folk Festival
Prepare for an unforgettable experience at the 48th Annual International Folk Festival on September 25th & 26th, 2026!
Lansing Day
Celebrate community tradition at Lansing Day 2026. Returning for its second annual celebration.
Sep 26
Lake Rim Park
Walk for Alopecia
Join us for the Fayetteville Community Walk for Alopecia on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Lake Rim Park.
The Outlander Exhibit at An Evening at the Hogg House
The Saltire Gallerie would like to invite you to attend the one-time only Outlander exhibit featuring skillfully crafted costumes from the hit-show, Outlander!
Mayberry Days Festival
Step back in time and experience the charm of Mayberry during the annual Mayberry Days Festival in Mount Airy, North Carolina!
Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational
Connecting to Place II: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Invitational 2026 will be on display at Mars Landing Arts Center in Mars Hill, NC.
North Carolina Home Expo
Step into the Home Expo for hands-on demonstrations, expert advice, and exclusive offers to elevate your home.
Escoffier Dinner Series Night 1!
A Taste of France, Right Here on the Crystal Coast!
Hawk Watch
All throughout September, guests are invited to join the mountain’s naturalists as they count and celebrate the annual spectacle of fall raptor migration.