High Country Events Calendar: This Week 2025 - events and festivals for Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro
This events calendar is updated weekly every Monday by the NC High Country Regional Visitor Center staff.  The newest print version is also available for pick up every Monday in the visitor center located between Boone & Blowing Rock.  Download to your phone for easy reference!

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KING STREET MARKET
May 13, 3:30-6:30, 126 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone
Offers a wide array of local goods including produce, meats, flowers, bread, eggs, crafts, and more!

BLOWING ROCK FARMERS MARKET
May 15, 12-6pm, Antiques on Sunset, Blowing Rock
Head on over to 379 Sunset Drive (by Antiques on Sunset) and support your local farmers!

AVERY COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
May 15, 3-6pm, Historic Banner Elk School, Downtown Banner Elk
Find fresh food locally grown, handmade soaps and textiles, live plants, local meats and cheeses and much more! 

OLD TIME JAM
May 15, 7-10pm, Jones House, Downtown Boone
Bring your banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin - or whatever old-time acoustic instrument you have - and spend a few hours playing along with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds. Guests and visitors are welcome to observe and enjoy the music but are asked to be respectful of the musicians. 

CAROLINA COMEDY MAGIC PARLOR
May 16-17, 7pm, The Venue, West Jefferson
90 minutes of clean, hilarious entertainment, featuring mind-blowing sleight of hand by magicians Lyndy Phillips, John Green, and Fletcher Roberts. Designed for an intimate audience of 40 guests, each show guarantees a close-up, immersive experience.
The doors will open at 6:30 PM for a pre-show magic performance. Every seat ensures a fantastic view.

WINDOW WORLD 100
May 16, 8pm, North Wilkesboro Speedway
This 100-lap, short-track spectacle pits many of zMAX CARS Late Model racing's biggest names up against some of motorsports' rising stars!

ASHE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
May 17, 8-1pm, Backstreet, Downtown West Jefferson
Always fresh and local!

WATAUGA COUNTY (BOONE) FARMERS MARKET
May 17, 8-12pm, Horn in the West, Boone
Find the freshest produce, meats, and flowers, plus unique artisan goods and much more at this 100% local producer only market. Live music, food trucks, cooking demonstrations and children's activities are featured weekly

ART IN THE PARK
May 17, 10-5pm, Park Ave, Downtown Blowing Rock
Art in the Park is host to 90 artisans at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more.

WINDOW WORLD 250
May 17, 10-8pm, North Wilkesboro Speedway
The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Trucks return to North Wilkesboro for the Window World 250! Saturday tickets also include Truck Series qualifying and two Cup Series All-Star Race Heats (60 laps each). Multi-platinum country music sensation Jake Owen will light up the stage following the NASCAR All-Star Race Heat Races 

WKSK LIVE RADIO SHOW
May 17, 11-12pm, Ashe Civic Center, West Jefferson
Live Bluegrass and Old Time Radio Show with The Crooked Road Ramblers. Free and open to the public, Donations accepted.

STORYTELLING WITH ORVILLE HICKS AND TALL TELL CONTEST
May 17, 12-3pm, Hickory Ridge Homestead, Boone
Step into the beautiful tradition of Appalachian storytelling with a special evening featuring legendary storyteller Orville Hicks. Known for his mesmerizing way with words and deep roots in mountain folklore, Orville will share classic Jack Tales and other local legends that have been passed down for generations.  Following Orville’s performance, Hickory Ridge is hosting a Tall Tale Contest, where YOU can take the stage. The taller the tale, the better. Sign-ups will be available at the event, or you can pre-register by emailing [email protected]. Just $10

SAVE A SALAMANDER DAY WITH THE JEFF LITTLE TRIO
May 17, 1-7pm, The Old Store, Grassy Creek
Enjoy a day of workshops and family friendly activities that not only share the story, but teach us about conservation efforts that will help us enjoy the New River and its wonderful wildlife for years to come. Jeff Little Trio starting at 5:30pm.
Boondocks food truck onsite.

CONCERT IN THE PARK
May 18, 1-3pm, Memorial Park, Blowing Rock
Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Memorial Park on Main Street to enjoy the music.   This week: Garrett Huffman

NASCAR ALL-STAR RACE
May 18, 8pm, North Wilkesboro Speedway
 All Sunday ticket holders also receive access to the FaithFest Evangelistic Ministries 150 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race on race day!