Event Date
2026-08-23
Location
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort
Admission
Yes
Sugar Mountain Sunday Scenic Lift Rides
Ride the ski lift up to the top of Sugar Mountain on Memorial Day Weekend and Friday-Sundays through Labor Day. Take a picnic to enjoy the big views and hike out to the rocky summit. Mountain Bike Park open – riders take the lift up and then race down the trails to repeat.
Event Date
2026-08-23
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-23
Location
Historic Banner Elk School
Admission
Yes
Ensemble Stage Presents Looped | 2026 Banner Elk Theatre
LOOPED depicts an actual 1965 recording session with an intoxicated Tallulah Bankhead. Bankhead, who is considered to be film’s original “bad girl,” was renowned for her promiscuity and deep sultry voice. Bankhead is asked to dub a single line from her final movie “Die! Die! My Darling!,” in a sound studio. The recording session ends up lasting 8 hours. During which, Tallulah antagonizes the film editor assigned to the job, displaying all of the personality and attitude that she is famous for.
2026 Performance Dates:
August 14, 15, 18, 21, 22 @ 7pm
August 16, 23 @ 2pm
Event Date
2026-08-24
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-24
Location
Mill Camp Wines & Ciders, Boone
Admission
Free
MILL CAMP FREE WALKING TOURS happen every Monday, 12 pm, at Mill Camp Wines & Ciders, Boone.
Take a casual, behind the scenes tour and learn about Mill Camp Wine & Ciders’ land, cellar, and history. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Call or text 828-222-3992. These tours are free and open to all ages!
Event Date
2026-08-25
Location
Yadkin Valley Marketplace, Downtown North Wilkesboro
Admission
Free
Wilkesboro Farmers Market, held at the Yadkin Valle Marketplace on Tuesdays all summer long, offers locally grown produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, canned goods, crafts and handmade items.
Event Date
2026-08-25
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-26
Location
Sugar Mountain Caddyshack Cafe
Admission
Yes
Sugar Mountain Grillin and Chillin 2026
Listen and dance to live music on the deck of the Caddyshack Cafe at the Sugar Mountain Public Golf Club. Top regional bands perform 6-9 PM. Free admission. Dinner and drinks are available to purchase beginning at 5:30. Lawn setting is also available so bring your own chair! Enjoy sunset panoramic mountain views.
2026 LIVE MUSIC LINEUP
5/25- Pressley Layton Band
6/03- Trout
6/10- Foscoe 4
6/17- DJ Pete
6/24- Johnson Brothers
7/01- Soul Benefactor
7/08- Chasing Phoenix
7/15- The Lucky Strikes
7/22- The Great Levelers
7/29- Cornbread Junkies
8/05- Collective
8/12- Smoking Joe
8/19- DJ Pete
8/26- Classic Highway
9/02- Kids in America Totally 80’s Tribute
9/09- Tanya and the Roadrunnerz
Event Date
2026-08-26
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-27
Location
Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce
Admission
Blowing Rock Farmers Market 2026 will be held on Thursdays at the Blowing Rock Chamber in downtown Blowing Rock from 12-4pm. Join us in Downtown Blowing Rock for the finest in fresh fruits, veggies, whole foods,eggs, honey, flowers, plants and meats from local farmers.
Event Date
2026-08-27
Location
Beech Mountain
Admission
Free
Join the Beech Mountain Buckeye Recreation staff on a Free Guided Hike on one of the many trails on Beech Mountain. Hikes are bi-weekly and always start at 10am.
Event Date
2026-08-27
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-27
Location
Old Banner Elk School
Admission
Yes
Avery County Farmers Market 2026 is a weekly farmers market held on Thursdays in Banner Elk in Avery County, North Carolina. Best place for local produce, meats and more in the High Country.
Event Date
2026-08-28
Location
Jones House, Downtown Boone
Admission
Free
Jones House Summer Concerts 2026, Downtown Boone NC Free Music
Join us on the lawn for free musical performances from some of your favorite local and regional acts. Concerts will be held weekly on Fridays starting at 5:00 PM June- August.
Event Date
2026-08-28
Location
The Park at Seven Devils
Admission
Free
Seven Devils Music on the Lawn 2026 Schedule Dates. Attendees should bring their own seating and brown bagging alcohol is permitted. Concerts are every other Friday. Food trucks will be on site.
*These concerts are weather dependent*
2026 Music on the Lawn Full Concert List:
June 5th Soul Benefactor
June 19th Holler Choir
July 3rd Surefire
July 17th Jeff Little Trio
July 31st The Collective
August 14th Woodie and the String Pullers
August 28th The Extraordinaries
Event Date
2026-08-28
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-28
Location
Price Lake Boat Rentals, Blue Ridge Parkway
Admission
Yes
Ever wanted to paddle Price Lake by moonlight? Now is your chance! Price Lake Boat Rentals is now offering full moon paddles twice per month. Registration is required ahead of time. Moonrise will be at 9:07 PM. This is the night of the full moon.
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
West Jefferson NC
Admission
Free
West Jefferson Farmers Market Ashe County NC 2026
A covered open-air market located on the backstreet in West Jefferson. Fresh, locally grown produce, nursery plants, homemade baked goods and handmade crafts.
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
591 Horn in the West Dr. Boone, NC
Admission
Free
Boone NC Watauga County Farmers Market 2026
The Watauga County Farmers Market, held in Boone NC at the Horn in the West Parking Lot, offers local produce, meats, and flowers plus live music, cooking demos and children's activities
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
Daniel Boone Native Gardens, Boone NC
Admission
Daniel Boone Native Gardens Fairy Day Boone NC 2026
This is a fun event for the entire family and participants are encouraged to wear costumes. All fairies, elves and superheroes welcome!
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort
Admission
Yes
Sugar Mountain Scenic Lift Rides
Ride the ski lift up to the top of Sugar Mountain on Memorial Day Weekend and Friday-Sundays through Labor Day. Take a picnic to enjoy the big views and hike out to the rocky summit. Mountain Bike Park open – riders take the lift up and then race down the trails to repeat.
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
Yadkin Valley Marketplace, Downtown North Wilkesboro
Admission
Free
Wilkesboro NC Farmers Market offers locally grown produce, meats, eggs, dairy, baked goods, canned goods, crafts and handmade items.
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
Admission
Free
Blowing Rock Artists in Residence 2026 is held at Edgewood Cottage, located beside the Blowing Rock Art & History Museum every week during the summer months! When you come to the weekly art shows at the Edgewood Cottage, you'll see many of the artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. Artists in Residence work can include, but isn't limited to, oil painting, watercolor, ceramics, photography, folk art, acrylics, wood working and fiber art. You can purchase quality original art for virtually every interest and budget.
2026 Schedule TBA
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
The Historic Orchard at Altapass
Admission
Free
Historic Orchard at Altapass Live Music | 2026 Event
The Orchard at Altapass hosts live traditional music—from old-timey to bluegrass to classic country to folk—all on the newly renovated pavilion stage every Saturday from 2-4pm. Come have a seat and listen to great music performed by regional musicians. The views are unforgettable, and dancing is always encouraged.
Event Date
2026-08-29
Location
Orchard at Altapass
Admission
Free
Altapass Orchard Live Music and Dancing
Throughout the season, the Orchard hosts live traditional music—from old-timey to bluegrass to classic country to folk—all on the newly renovated pavilion stage. Come have a seat and listen to great music performed by regional musicians. The views are unforgettable, and dancing is always encouraged.
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