$8 per family/free for membershttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Afternoon Art Club BRAHM.jpgAfternoon Art for KidsAfternoon Art for Kids2022-11-29 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/Appalachian Theatre Tour- Boone nc.jpgAppalachian Theatre TourAppalachian Theatre Tour2022-11-30 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.
$8 General Admission per household. Members (with Household Membership and above) are always free.https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Doodlebug Club Blowing Rock Art and History Museum.jpgDoodlebug ClubDoodlebug Club2022-12-01 09:30:002023-01-19 09:30:00Blowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Art & History MuseumDoodlebug Club- Blowing Rock Art and History Museum
Preschool-age children and a caregiver are invited to Doodlebug Club — a fun, educational art program focused on basic art skills (holding your paintbrush, identifying primary colors, shapes, textures, etc.). Elements of art are introduced through picture books and art projects.
Children have fun while being introduced to different art media, from watercolor to clay. A great program to introduce your child to art, develop fine motor and pre-literacy skills, and meet other children and parents.
ONLINE REGISTRATION is required. Registration opens two weeks before class dates.
Meets every First and Third Thursday morning of the month 9:30-10:30
Ages 2-5 and a caregiver
Max of 6 households or 8 individual students
$8 General Admission per household. Members (with Household Membership and above) are always freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Doodlebug Club BRAHM.jpgDoodlebug ClubDoodlebug Club2022-12-01 09:30:002023-01-05 09:30:00Blowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Art & History MuseumPreschool-age children and a caregiver are invited to Doodlebug Club — a fun, educational art program focused on basic art skills (holding your paintbrush, identifying primary colors, shapes, textures, etc.). Elements of art are introduced through picture books and art projects.
Children have fun while being introduced to different art media, from watercolor to clay. A great program to introduce your child to art, develop fine motor and pre-literacy skills, and meet other children and parents.
ONLINE REGISTRATION is required. Registration opens two weeks before class dates.
Meets every First and Third Thursday morning of the month 9:30-10:30
Ages 2-5 and a caregiver
Max of 6 households or 8 individual students
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 2022-12-02 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.
$12-$22https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Banner Elk Christmas Ensemble Stage.jpgBanner Elk Christmas-Ensemble StageBanner Elk Christmas-Ensemble Stage2022-12-02 14:00:002022-12-18 14:00:00Hahn Auditorium 185 Azalea Circle SE Banner Elk, NC 28604Hahn Auditorium 185 Azalea Circle SE Banner Elk, NC 28604Banner Elk Christmas Ensemble Stage
Our holiday musical variety show is patterned after the Andy Williams and Bing Crosby television Christmas specials of the 60's and 70's. With all or parts of nearly forty songs performed in just over an hour, it is a fast paced musical and visual experience full of singing and dancing lots of costume changes. The show is sure invigorate your holiday spirit and have you leaving with a song in your heart and a dance in your feet.
2022 Dates are:
Dec 2 @ 7pm
Dec 4 @ 2pm
Dec 16-17 @ 7pm
Dec 18 @ 2pm
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Boone Festive First Friday Kyra Aulani.jpgBoone Festive First FridayBoone Festive First Friday2022-12-02 17:00:002022-12-02 17:00:00Downtown Boone NCDowntown Boone NCBoone Festive First Friday and Solar Tree Lighting 2022
Help the Town of Boone and the Jones House usher in the holiday season at the annual Festive First Friday and Solar Tree Lighting. Head to Downtown Boone for carriage rides, marshmallow snowball fights, carolers, holiday treats, and more!
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$5https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Appalachian Ski Mountain.jpgApp Ski Anniversary WeekendApp Ski Anniversary Weekend2022-12-03 08:00:002022-12-04 08:00:00App Ski Mtn, Blowing RockApp Ski Mtn, Blowing RockPRICE: $5 Ski Tickets for Day Session
Celebrate Appalachian Ski Mountain's 58th year of family fun as they roll back tickets to 1962 prices!
$5 Ski Tickets for the Day Session Saturday & Sunday (9am-4pm) ONLINE ONLY OFFER
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/WataugaCountyWinterFarmersMarket.jpgBoone Winter Farmers MarketBoone Winter Farmers Market2022-12-03 10:00:002023-03-25 10:00:00Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center, located at 252 Poplar Grove Rd. in Downtown Boone.Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center, located at 252 Poplar Grove Rd. in Downtown Boone.Boone Winter Farmers Market
The Boone Winter Farmers' Market offers a wide range of local products such as fresh produce, meats, bouquets, pottery, prepared foods and preserves, honey, homemade body products, herbal remedies, chocolate, coffee, and so much more!
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Santa at the Blowing Rock.jpgSanta at The Blowing RockSanta at The Blowing Rock2022-12-03 13:00:002022-12-17 13:00:00The Blowing RockThe Blowing RockSanta at The Blowing Rock 2022
Enjoy a special visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy the clear winter views from North Carolina's Oldest Attraction. Free admission for one child and accompanying adult.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Wilkesboro Christmas Parade.jpgWilkesboro Christmas ParadeWilkesboro Christmas Parade2022-12-03 15:00:002022-12-03 15:00:00Downtown North WilkesboroDowntown North WilkesboroWilkesboro Christmas Parade 2021
Enjoy a classic Wilkesboro holiday parade followed by more festivities in the "commons" The Theme this year will be "A Patriotic Christmas"
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Wilkesboro Christmas in the Commons.jpgWilkesboro Christmas in the CommonsWilkesboro Christmas in the Commons2022-12-03 16:30:002022-12-03 16:30:00Downtown WilkesboroDowntown WilkesboroIn front of the Wilkes Heritage Museum, the lighting of the Heritage Square Christmas Tree will take place.
A music performance, kids activities, and movie will follow.
The Wilkes Heritage Museum Christmas open house will also take place with tours, music, and refreshments offered throughout the day.
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Banner Elk Christmas Parade of Lights.jpgBanner Elk Christmas Parade of LightsBanner Elk Christmas Parade of Lights2022-12-03 18:30:002022-12-03 18:30:00Banner Elk NCBanner Elk NCEnjoy an old-fashioned town parade in Banner Elk-- at night!!
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/banner elk christmas 2018.jpgBanner Elk A Small Town ChristmasBanner Elk A Small Town Christmas2022-12-03 18:30:002022-12-04 18:30:00Downtown Banner ElkDowntown Banner ElkBanner Elk A Small Town Christmas 2022
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Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/CarolinaSnowbelles2022.jpgCarolina Snowbelle ChristmasCarolina Snowbelle Christmas2022-12-03 19:30:002022-12-04 19:30:00Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCAppalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCCarolina Snowbelle Christmas, Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone
A CAROLINA SNOWBELLE CHRISTMAS made its debut in Washington DC at the world renowned Kennedy Center's Millennium Stages and is now the High Country's newest holiday tradition for the whole family. A Carolina Snowbelle Christmas is certain to feature something for everyone! From beloved classics like Merry and Bright, Sing and Like This by The Carolina Snowbelles director Cheryl Cutlip, to a zesty new work by Krista Saad performed to a rousing rendition of Man With The Bag. Arctic lovers will delight as penguins come to life in an ice sculpted scene choreographed by Cheryl Cutlip, and, to remind us of the true meaning of the holiday season, guest artists, The Turning Point Dance Company from Wilmington, NC, directed by Cory Smith, will present The Nutcracker Suite Ballet. Join us for this year’s live stage performance and kick your way into the Holiday Season!
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/mlK DAY Celebration.jpgMartin Luther King Jr Day CelebrationMartin Luther King Jr Day Celebration2023-01-16 19:00:002022-01-17 19:00:00Ashe Arts Center, West JeffersonAshe Arts Center, West JeffersonMartin Luther King, Jr Day Celebration Ashe Arts Center, West Jefferson with music, readings, speeches and more. This event is free and open to the public. For more information please call 336-846-2787.
FREEhttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/christmas in july 2020.jpgChristmas in July FestivalChristmas in July Festival2023-07-01 09:00:002022-07-02 09:00:00Downtown West JeffersonDowntown West JeffersonChristmas in July Festival, West Jefferson NC, 2023
Come visit historic downtown West Jefferson in beautiful Ashe County for the Christmas in July Festival!
Christmas in July is a free-admission event featuring the very best in traditional mountain music and handmade crafts from throughout the northwest mountains of North Carolina. Also, don't miss the annual Civil War re-enactment held throughout the day at the West Jefferson Municipal Park. Nowhere else will you find such an excellent array of food vendors, fun and festivities for the entire family than at Christmas in July in downtown West Jefferson! For more information visit: http://www.christmasinjuly.info
