$8 per family/free for membershttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Afternoon Art Club BRAHM.jpgAfternoon Art for KidsAfternoon Art for Kids2022-01-25 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.
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Just under 30,000 lights illuminate Chetola Resort and its surroundings. Visuals include a 30-foot horse-drawn sleigh, two 6-foot swans erected in celebration of the swan family that lives in Chetola Lake, ice skaters, Christmas trees, deer, Nativity scene and much more!
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Just under 30,000 lights illuminate Chetola Resort and its surroundings. Visuals include a 30-foot horse-drawn sleigh, two 6-foot swans erected in celebration of the swan family that lives in Chetola Lake, ice skaters, Christmas trees, deer, Nativity scene and much more!
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/BlowingRockWinterfest2018.jpgBlowing Rock WinterfestBlowing Rock Winterfest2022-01-27 07:00:002022-01-30 07:00:00Downtown Blowing RockDowntown Blowing RockBlowing Rock Winterfest 2022
Don't hibernate... celebrate! Enjoy the fun side of winter with events that include the Polar Plunge, ice carving, concerts and more!
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Mystery Hill Frozen Heart Challenge.jpgMystery Hill Frozen Heart AdventureMystery Hill Frozen Heart Adventure2022-01-27 09:00:002022-01-30 09:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill Frozen Heart Adventure at Blowing Rock Winterfest
Wynter, a loyal subject of the kingdom, needs your help! Their queen, Persephone, has let her magical heart thaw, engulfing the kingdom in a sleeping curse. Can you help them solve the many obstacles and enchantments concealing the queen’s heart and save the kingdom before time runs out?
$0 members/$8 nonmembersBlack Bears of the Blue Ridge MountainsBlack Bears of the Blue Ridge Mountains2022-01-27 11:00:002022-01-27 11:00:00Blowing Rock Art & History MuseumBlowing Rock Art & History MuseumJoin us on January 27th when we learn history and facts about black bears with the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. We will also learn about the life of Mildred the Bear, Grandfather Mountain's charismatic resident mascot from who lived at the mountain from 1973-1993.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Winterfest Winter Duck Derby.jpgBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterDuck DerbyBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterDuck Derby2022-01-27 14:00:002022-01-30 14:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterDuck Derby at Mystery Hill
3, 2, 1 Go! And we are off to the races, who knows which duck will win? We are ready to get the kids excited about our Duck Derby this year and ready to hand out a grand prize for the winner of our derby. Will we see you here?
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Your Chill at the Hill Ticket will gain your entry into our WinteHawk Tournament. We'll score your throws throughout Winterfest here at Tomahawk Hill and the winners will be announced on Friday and Saturday evenings. Keep up with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to stay informed about the highest score! You can come back and throw some more before the winners are announced to try and keep your spot at the head of the pack.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Chetola Lights.jpgChetola Resort Festival of LightsChetola Resort Festival of Lights2022-01-27 18:00:002022-01-30 18:00:00Chetola ResortChetola ResortChetola Resort Festival of Lights 2021
Just under 30,000 lights illuminate Chetola Resort and its surroundings. Visuals include a 30-foot horse-drawn sleigh, two 6-foot swans erected in celebration of the swan family that lives in Chetola Lake, ice skaters, Christmas trees, deer, Nativity scene and much more!
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Jones House Jams, Boone NC.jpgJones House JamsJones House Jams2022-01-27 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.
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Don't hibernate... celebrate! Enjoy the fun side of winter with events that include the Polar Plunge, ice carving, concerts and more!
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Mystery Hill Frozen Heart Challenge.jpgMystery Hill Frozen Heart AdventureMystery Hill Frozen Heart Adventure2022-01-28 09:00:002022-01-30 09:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill Frozen Heart Adventure at Blowing Rock Winterfest
Wynter, a loyal subject of the kingdom, needs your help! Their queen, Persephone, has let her magical heart thaw, engulfing the kingdom in a sleeping curse. Can you help them solve the many obstacles and enchantments concealing the queen’s heart and save the kingdom before time runs out?
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Winterfest Winter Duck Derby.jpgBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterDuck DerbyBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterDuck Derby2022-01-28 14:00:002022-01-30 14:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterDuck Derby at Mystery Hill
3, 2, 1 Go! And we are off to the races, who knows which duck will win? We are ready to get the kids excited about our Duck Derby this year and ready to hand out a grand prize for the winner of our derby. Will we see you here?
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Winterfest Winterhawk Tournament.jpgBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterHawk TournamentBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterHawk Tournament2022-01-28 16:00:002022-01-30 16:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCBlowing Rock Winterfest WinterHawk Tournament at Mystery Hill
Your Chill at the Hill Ticket will gain your entry into our WinteHawk Tournament. We'll score your throws throughout Winterfest here at Tomahawk Hill and the winners will be announced on Friday and Saturday evenings. Keep up with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to stay informed about the highest score! You can come back and throw some more before the winners are announced to try and keep your spot at the head of the pack.
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Fire and Ice Mystery Hill Blowing Rock.jpgBlowing Rock Winterfest- An Evening of Fire and IceBlowing Rock Winterfest- An Evening of Fire and Ice2022-01-28 16:00:002022-01-28 16:00:00Mystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCMystery Hill, Blowing Rock NCBlowing Rock Winterfest- An Evening of Fire and Ice at Mystery Hill. Grab a seat by Tomahawk Hill to make s’mores and crafts, listen to live music, and enjoy fire spinning! This is included with your Mystery Hill Chill at the Hill ticket and is sure to be fun for everyone.
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Winterfest Ice Stroll.jpgBlowing Rock Winterfest Ice StrollBlowing Rock Winterfest Ice Stroll2022-01-28 16:00:002022-01-28 16:00:00Downtown Blowing RockDowntown Blowing RockBlowing Rock Winterfest Ice Stroll 2022
Stroll through Blowing Rock and see all the gorgeous ice sculptures! Artisan Ice Sculptures is one of only five Master Ice Carvers in the United States. A dozen ice sculptures will be on display in front of businesses in town. Creativity abounds with our sculptures! Spend some time in the shops and businesses while you enjoy the stroll.NEW THIS YEAR – Join in on the WinterFest fun in Memorial Park from 4pm-7pm on Friday, January 28th. There will be fire pits sponsored by Blue Ridge Energy, family activities and snow making demos (weather permitting)! Stroll downtown ice sculptures and enjoy the winter lights in memorial park.*Duration of the ice art is dependent on the weather, so put this on your early evening schedule!
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Just under 30,000 lights illuminate Chetola Resort and its surroundings. Visuals include a 30-foot horse-drawn sleigh, two 6-foot swans erected in celebration of the swan family that lives in Chetola Lake, ice skaters, Christmas trees, deer, Nativity scene and much more!
Yeshttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/AMERICAN SPIRITUAL ENSEMBLE BOONE NC.jpgAMERICAN SPIRITUAL ENSEMBLE BOONE NCAMERICAN SPIRITUAL ENSEMBLE BOONE NC2022-01-28 19:30:002022-01-28 19:30:00Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCAppalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone NCAMERICAN SPIRITUAL ENSEMBLE BOONE NC ENSEMBLE STAGE
Comprised of some of the finest classically trained singers in the United States, the mission of the American Spiritual Ensemble is to keep the American Negro spiritual alive. Since its inception by Dr. Everett McCorvey in 1995, the vocalists have thrilled audiences around the world with their dynamic repertoire ranging from spirituals to classical to jazz and Broadway numbers highlighting the Black experience.
Patrons and supporters of the Appalachian Theatre should note that the venue is committed to the health and safety of its community and will continue to follow the guidance of health and governmental officials in the development and implementation of COVID related policies.
Tickets are available online as part of the theatres touchless ticketing program at www.appptheatre.org. Everyone, regardless of age, must have a ticket. To read about current guidelines in effect for each of the above events, or to join the theatres eblast list, get tickets, or purchase memberships, visit the website at www.apptheatre.org.
https://highcountryhost.com/images/events/BlowingRockWinterfest2018.jpgBlowing Rock WinterfestBlowing Rock Winterfest2022-01-29 07:00:002022-01-30 07:00:00Downtown Blowing RockDowntown Blowing RockBlowing Rock Winterfest 2022
Don't hibernate... celebrate! Enjoy the fun side of winter with events that include the Polar Plunge, ice carving, concerts and more!
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/WataugaCountyWinterFarmersMarket.jpgBoone Winter Farmers MarketBoone Winter Farmers Market2022-01-29 09:00:002022-04-23 09:00:00Watauga 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
Seasonal fresh vegetables & storage crops
​Locally-raised meats, eggs & honey
Homemade pastas, salsas, jellies, jams & baked items
Handcrafted skincare, candles, photography & toys
Bird-feeders, children's books & unique crafts
Outdoors due to Covid, parking available in front & rear of building
Live music, Hatchet coffee & hot cocoa provided
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Wynter, a loyal subject of the kingdom, needs your help! Their queen, Persephone, has let her magical heart thaw, engulfing the kingdom in a sleeping curse. Can you help them solve the many obstacles and enchantments concealing the queen’s heart and save the kingdom before time runs out?
Freehttps://highcountryhost.com/images/events/Blowing Rock Winterfest Hayrides.jpgBlowing Rock Winterfest HayridesBlowing Rock Winterfest Hayrides2022-01-29 10:00:002022-01-29 10:00:00Downtown Blowing RockDowntown Blowing RockBlowing Rock Winterfest Hayrides
FREE! Hayrides depart from Memorial Park on Main Street in front of the 1888 Museum. A crowd favorite, don’t miss this adventurous mode of transportation during Blowing Rock WinterFest!
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The Polar Bear Plunge in Chetola Lake is one of the highlights of WinterFest. It’s FREE to watch as a spectator, and $40 to TAKE THE PLUNGE into the lake! Proceeds benefit local charities and plungers can select one of our designated charities to benefit!
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Artisan Ice Sculptures has again joined forces with Blowing Rock WinterFest to bring you the best ice carving event you’ve seen in quite a while – at least since last year!
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Did you miss the Polar Plunge at Chetola this year? Were you too chicken to give it a go? No worries! We're offering a Polar Dunk this year during Chill at the Hill on Saturday from 2pm-4pm. Polar Dunkers can choose from a list of charities to donate to and take the plunge for a good cause. You'll be dropped into a dunking booth and we will provide anyone who takes the dip a thermal blanket, a free cocoa, cider, or coffee. A portion of all Chill at the Hill ticket sales will get donated to a charity for participating in the dunk tank. Mystery Hill will donate money to St. Jude's Children Hospital, Pet Partners in Lenoir, or the Special Olympics North Carolina.
