Yes, included with general admissionhttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Fall Color Ramble Grandfather Mountain.jpgFall Color RambleFall Color Ramble2022-10-01 14:00:002022-10-10 14:00:00Grandfather Mountain, Linville NCGrandfather Mountain, Linville NCFall Color Ramble Grandfather Mountain
Oct. 1-10 at 2 p.m., Oct. 15 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
From Oct. 1-10, guests can enjoy short, guided walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. On Oct. 15, folks can join the park’s educators for a day full of fall-color activities, including guest speakers and short rambles, allowing participants to explore and admire the annual phenomenon.
$159 BRAHM Members / $189 nonmembershttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Birdhouse_LyudmilaTomova.jpegLush and Vivid Paintings in Water-based MediumsLush and Vivid Paintings in Water-based Mediums2022-10-07 10:00:002022-10-08 10:00:00Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens LaneBlowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens LaneFriday, October 7 and Saturday, October 8, 2022
10:00 am - 4:00 pm, 30 min lunch break
All levels adults.
Discover the process of creating expressive and loose artwork in your choice of watercolor or acrylic media. Gain confidence in painting any subject- from landscapes to portraits and figures - capturing mood, atmosphere and feeling in a bold and impressionist style. Explore different techniques in painting and focus on color palette, values and composition. Discover how to use texture and basic principles in painting water, sky, ground, buildings, faces and figures. Create focus in your painting to captivate the viewer and learn how to keep your painting fresh and spontaneous. Learn loosening brushwork, elements of design, elements of light and shadow, the power of suggestion and finally painting how you see versus just copying a photograph. The focus will be on techniques, principles of perspective and good composition in creating dynamic artwork.
Lyudmila’s loose and demonstrative style will inspire you to take the water-based mediums to their full capacity. She will do 2 quick demos in watercolor and acrylic. The students may use their own photo references or choose from many dramatic images provided.
Learn how to “make your artwork interesting and engaging†bringing intrigue and life to your work. Starting with a preliminary composition with intentional brush strokes and handling of color, you’ll acquire valuable skills in how to interpret your photo reference without being literal. The workshop is a lot of fun and packed with valuable information.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Artisan Market.jpgBlowing Rock Artisan MarketBlowing Rock Artisan Market2022-10-07 12:00:002022-11-04 12:00:00Tanger Outlets, Blowing RockTanger Outlets, Blowing RockTanger Outlets Blowing Rock Artisan Market held the first Friday and Saturday, June-October! Local artists will be selling their crafts so come out and support these wonderful high country artisans!
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Beech Mountain Farmers Market.jpgBeech Mountain Farmers MarketBeech Mountain Farmers Market2022-10-07 14:00:002022-10-07 14:00:00Public Parking Lot, Beech MountainPublic Parking Lot, Beech MountainBeech Mountain Farmers Market
Fresh organic produce, honey, baked goods, plants,microgreens, gourmet dog treats and farm raised beef are just a few of the local products available for purchase. The Farmers Market is a great way to kick off your Labor Day Weekend and enjoy one of the best views of the High Country. After the market, take a
hike on one of the mountain’s scenic trails or stop by one of our restaurants for dinner.
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Tales at the Hill Mystery Hill Blowing Rock.jpgTales at the Hill Mystery Hill Tales at the Hill Mystery Hill 2022-10-07 14:00:002022-12-02 14:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCTales at the Hill Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock
Join us at the Dougherty House at Mystery Hill the first Friday of each month from 2-4 pm for Tales at the Hill! Enjoy Jack Tales and traditional Appalachian stories passed down from generations told by storytellers. Admission is included in the price of your Mystery Hill ticket, so you can also enjoy the Gravitational Anomaly, museums, and Tomahawk Hill! Fun for all ages.
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Come see arts in action! Painters, musicians, performers, printmakers, hat makers, scratch-block making, dancers and more.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/WestJeffersonGalleryCrawl.jpgWest Jefferson Gallery CrawlWest Jefferson Gallery Crawl2022-10-07 17:00:002022-10-14 17:00:00West Jefferson NCWest Jefferson NCWest Jefferson Gallery Crawl 2022
Stroll the streets of historic downtown West Jefferson and enjoy the cool mountain breeze while listening to the comforting sounds of street musicians and popping in and out of downtown West Jefferson’s many galleries. Open house of numerous art galleries and studios in downtown West Jefferson. A special Christmas-themed gallery crawl takes place the first Friday in December from 5-8 pm!
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/ATHC - Tommy Emmanuel 2.jpgTommy Emmanuel Appalachian TheatreTommy Emmanuel Appalachian Theatre2022-10-07 19:30:002022-10-07 19:30:00Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCAppalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCTommy Emmanuel Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone
Anytime you talk to any of Tommy Emmanuel’s fans, whether musicians or civilians, invariably they will speak of not one but two qualities that define his greatness. The first, predictably, is his extraordinary guitar playing. Considered by those in the know to be among this planet’s greatest guitarists, his playing is simply miraculous, as it would take three musicians, or more, to do what Tommy does solo.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Octoberfest Sugar Mountain 2020.jpgOktoberfest Sugar MountainOktoberfest Sugar Mountain2022-10-08 00:00:002022-10-09 00:00:00Sugar Mountain Ski ResortSugar Mountain Ski ResortOktoberfest Sugar Mountain 2022
We’ve got lots of reasons for you to grab your beer stein, put on your lederhosen or your dirndl, bring your appreciation for local folk dancing and head to Sugar Mountain Resort. Not only will the Harbour Town Fest Band provide a festive Bavarian atmosphere to Sugar’s annual Oktoberfest celebration, the national award winning Avery Smooth Dancers and the Mountain Laurel Cloggers will get your feet stomping and bring out the country drawl in all of us. Admission, parking and shuttle service are free. Rain or shine the festival will go on! For additional information please call 828-898-4521
Take in the beautiful fall foliage, cool, comfortable mountain temperatures, and a weekend full of festival activities from 10 am until 5 pm each day. Be sure to bring the kids because the event is for the whole family.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/AsheCountyFarmersMarket.jpgWest Jefferson Farmers MarketWest Jefferson Farmers Market2022-10-08 08:00:002022-10-29 08:00:00West Jefferson NCWest Jefferson NCWest Jefferson Farmers Market Ashe County NC 2022
A covered open-air market located on the backstreet in West Jefferson. Fresh, locally grown produce, nursery plants, homemade baked goods and handmade crafts.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/WataugaCountyFarmersMarket.jpgBoone NC Watauga County Farmers MarketBoone NC Watauga County Farmers Market2022-10-08 08:00:002022-10-29 08:00:00591 Horn in the West Dr. Boone, NC591 Horn in the West Dr. Boone, NCBoone NC Watauga County Farmers Market 2022
The Watauga County Farmers Market, held in Boone NC, offers local produce, meats, and flowers plus live music, cooking demos and children's activities
FREEhttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Festival of the Frescoes 2019.jpgFestival of FrescoesFestival of Frescoes2022-10-08 09:00:002022-10-08 09:00:00120 Glendale School Road Glendale Springs, NC 28629120 Glendale School Road Glendale Springs, NC 28629Festival of Frescoes Glendale Springs 2022
A traditional country fair will be held on the grounds of the Mission House across the street from the church. Features homemade arts and crafts and wonderful baked goods. Classic fun for all as this is reminiscent of a traditional country fair.
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/The Story of Kings Mountain.jpgThe Story of Kings MountainThe Story of Kings Mountain2022-10-08 10:00:002022-10-08 10:00:00Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, BooneHickory Ridge Living History Museum, 591 Horn in the West Dr, BooneTrail to Victory: The Story of Kings Mountain
Hickory ridge Living History Museum, Boone NC
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Sugar Mountain Top 5 Summer Outdoor Activities.jpgSugar Mountain Fall Scenic Lift RidesSugar Mountain Fall Scenic Lift Rides2022-10-08 10:00:002022-10-09 10:00:00Sugar Mountain Ski ResortSugar Mountain Ski ResortSugar Mountain Fall Scenic Lift Rides
The Sugar Mountain Resort Summit Express chairlift shuttles sightseers and mountain bikers from the base of Sugar Mountain to its 5,300’ peak – taking you up 1,200 in elevation! Bikers ride down the network of trails back to the lodge. Sightseers can hop off the lift to enjoy the view and ride the lift back down. (Tip: Often the temperature decreases 5-10 degrees as you ascend, so have a jacket handy on cool days.)
The Sugar Mountain Bike Park features expert terrain and newly built beginner and intermediate trails. Varying line option choices from the summit to the base include rollers, small dips, table tops, and other fun features. A trail access/lift ticket is required. Purchase tickets at the Snowsports School at the lodge. Bike rentals, gear rentals, bike wash and tours available. Learn to ride! A lesson introduces the rider to lift service, trail signage, map use, the elements of bike control through body positioning, braking, and cornering.
Lift Ride Schedule
July 3–September 7, Oct 10-11, Oct 17-18
Friday: 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Labor Day Monday: 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Lift Rates
$15 for a one-time roundtrip sightseeing ride (all ages)
$30 junior (11 and under) all-day ticket
$40 adult (12 and older) all-day ticket
$17 junior (11 and under) half-day ticket
$30 adult (12 and older) half-day ticket
FreePublic Guided ToursPublic Guided Tours2022-10-08 14:00:002022-10-22 14:00:00Blowing Rock Art and History MuseumBlowing Rock Art and History MuseumBRAHM's free guided tours for the public are the best way to learn more about the artworks currently on view at the museum. Tours are led by docents, a team of dedicated volunteers who have studied BRAHM's exhibitions and are trained to give tours to any and all museum visitors. Docents are the ambassadors to our exhibitions—they are knowledgeable guides who will share the history of individual objects and artists, inspirational stories, and behind-the-scenes anecdotes with you as you walk through the galleries.
BRAHM's exhibition tours are educational, engaging, and fun!
Registration is required to guarantee a guided tour.
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Sugar Mountain Top 5 Summer Outdoor Activities.jpgSugar Mountain Fall Scenic Lift RidesSugar Mountain Fall Scenic Lift Rides2022-10-09 10:00:002022-10-09 10:00:00Sugar Mountain Ski ResortSugar Mountain Ski ResortSugar Mountain Fall Scenic Lift Rides
The Sugar Mountain Resort Summit Express chairlift shuttles sightseers and mountain bikers from the base of Sugar Mountain to its 5,300’ peak – taking you up 1,200 in elevation! Bikers ride down the network of trails back to the lodge. Sightseers can hop off the lift to enjoy the view and ride the lift back down. (Tip: Often the temperature decreases 5-10 degrees as you ascend, so have a jacket handy on cool days.)
The Sugar Mountain Bike Park features expert terrain and newly built beginner and intermediate trails. Varying line option choices from the summit to the base include rollers, small dips, table tops, and other fun features. A trail access/lift ticket is required. Purchase tickets at the Snowsports School at the lodge. Bike rentals, gear rentals, bike wash and tours available. Learn to ride! A lesson introduces the rider to lift service, trail signage, map use, the elements of bike control through body positioning, braking, and cornering.
Lift Ride Schedule
July 3–September 7, Oct 10-11, Oct 17-18
Friday: 11 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Labor Day Monday: 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.
Lift Rates
$15 for a one-time roundtrip sightseeing ride (all ages)
$30 junior (11 and under) all-day ticket
$40 adult (12 and older) all-day ticket
$17 junior (11 and under) half-day ticket
$30 adult (12 and older) half-day ticket
Free!https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/musicontheverandagreenparkinn.jpgGreen Park Inn Music on the VerandaGreen Park Inn Music on the Veranda2022-10-09 17:00:002022-10-23 17:00:00Green Park Inn Music on the Veranda
Enjoy live music on the covered veranda of the historic Green Park Inn on Sunday afternoons.
$8 per family/free for membershttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Afternoon Art Club BRAHM.jpgAfternoon Art for KidsAfternoon Art for Kids2022-10-11 15:30:002023-01-03 15:30:00Blowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Art & History MuseumAfternoon Art Club for Kids, Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
Children ages 6 - 12 are invited to join us for creative art-making activities through a variety of media, from watercolor to clay. Each week features a famous artist, book, or theme to serve as inspiration and guidance for the art-making activity.
ONLINE REGISTRATION is required. Registration opens two weeks before class dates. Please reserve one ticket per household and put names/ages of children in the additional fields.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/farmersmarket.jpgKing Street MarketKing Street Market2022-10-11 16:00:002022-10-25 16:00:00126 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone126 Poplar Grove Connector, BooneKing Street Market is Boone's newest weekday farmer's market, offering fresh produce, eggs, meats, goat cheese, baked goods and value added foods from local farms, many of which, you won't see anywhere else in Watauga county. Local artists include scroll art and baskets, photography, tye dye, and organic skincare. There's music, special events, and food trucks too!
King Street Market is at 126 Poplar Grove Connector, just past Galileo's off King Street in downtown Boone.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Appalachian Theatre Tour- Boone nc.jpgAppalachian Theatre TourAppalachian Theatre Tour2022-10-12 13:00:002022-12-14 13:00:00Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCAppalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCAppalachian Theatre Tour
Each Wednesday afternoon beginning on September 14, the venerableAppalachian Theatre of the High Country will provide staff-led guided tours of their historic facility starting at 1 p.m. The tour includes a walk-through of the venue, insight into the theatre's history, and a 15-minute short film chronicling the evolution of the space and featuring first-hand perspectives. Tourgoers explore the theatre's historical photo gallery, hear stories and anecdotes about the venue and its role throughout the years, and visit the audience and
backstage areas of the newly-refurbished theatre. Tours are free and last approximately 45 minutes.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Jones House Jams, Boone NC.jpgJones House JamsJones House Jams2022-10-13 19:30:002022-11-17 19:30:00The Jones HouseThe Jones HouseJones House Jams Old-Time Jam Downtown Boone NC
Please note the new time: Thursday from 7-10 PM. These events are free and open to the public. Guests are invited to bring an acoustic instrument to participate in the jams or listen and observe the fiddle tunes and folk songs in a close-up and casual environment. Each week, various musicians from the local community, as well as visitors, gather throughout the Jones House. After catching up and choosing a key, the music begins until the "last call for tunes" comes around 9:45.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/NC Mountain Arts Adventure Sparta.jpgNC Mountain Arts AdventureNC Mountain Arts Adventure2022-10-14 10:00:002022-10-16 10:00:00Sparta, NCSparta, NCNC Mountain Arts Adventure, Sparta NC, October 14-16, 21-23, 2022
The North Carolina Mountain Arts Adventure is a juried group of Alleghany County professional artists and craftspeople dedicated to designing and creating high quality, handmade art and fine craft. It is the group’s intent to provide opportunities for the public to meet and interact with 15 individual artists in their personal studio environments, thereby building a strong and appreciative connection between the public and the arts community.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/AsheCountyFarmersMarket.jpgWest Jefferson Farmers MarketWest Jefferson Farmers Market2022-10-15 08:00:002022-10-29 08:00:00West Jefferson NCWest Jefferson NCWest Jefferson Farmers Market Ashe County NC 2022
A covered open-air market located on the backstreet in West Jefferson. Fresh, locally grown produce, nursery plants, homemade baked goods and handmade crafts.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/WataugaCountyFarmersMarket.jpgBoone NC Watauga County Farmers MarketBoone NC Watauga County Farmers Market2022-10-15 08:00:002022-10-29 08:00:00591 Horn in the West Dr. Boone, NC591 Horn in the West Dr. Boone, NCBoone NC Watauga County Farmers Market 2022
The Watauga County Farmers Market, held in Boone NC, offers local produce, meats, and flowers plus live music, cooking demos and children's activities
