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Events and Festivals
happen throughout the
North Carolina mountains both seasonally and year
around
and include North Carolina Art
and Crafts Festivals, mountain
music festivals, horse shows,
golf tournaments and outdoor
activities and competition. There are renowned
annual events like
The Crafts Fair of the
Southern Highlands,
in Asheville,
Merlefest in
Wilkesboro or
Biltmore's
Candlelight Christmas enjoyed by both visitors and locals. |
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Holiday and Special Events:
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North Carolina Mountain Events, Festivals |
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Valentine Day Events |
8-14
Valentine's Chimney Rock Park BOGO
Tickets
10-12 Classical Romance for Valentine's 2012
The Grove
Park Inn
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Chocolate & Beer Pairing,
Heinzelmannchen
Brewery
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Zombies
and Lusty Ladies! at ZaPow Studios
& Gallery
11-12
Valentine Lunches at RagApple Lassie
Vineyards |
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2012 Season / Year-long Events
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BRYSON
CITY:
SATURDAY EVENINGS June-Oct.
Music in the Mountains
Regional
talent is showcased in a relaxed,
outdoor venue located in the heart of
historic downtown. Bring a chair or
blanket and settle in for an evening
of great music. 828-488-3681
MARRIANA BLACK LIBRARY.
Classic movies on the 2nd and 4th
Saturday of each month, at 4:00 PM
GREAT SMOKY
MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK
. Events
throughout the year. View the full
calendar online.
SMOKY MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY THEATRE.
Productions run May through
December.
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS RAILROAD.
Year 'round special events and
excursions for both adults and
children.
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OLD FORT:
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
for more than a decade, folks have
gathered to hear and play
bluegrass and
traditional mountain music.
Nobody’s paid, everyone’s welcome and
coffee and sodas are still just a
quarter! Friday evenings; 7:00pm; Old
Fort, Rockett Building, Main Street in
downtown Old
Fort;
for more information call
1-888-233-6111.
SATURDAY
AFTERNOONS - Grass roots music series
hosted by Catawba Vale Cafe in
Downtown Old Fort. |
BREVARD:
FRIDAY NIGHTS May - Dec Brevard,
NC - Enjoy an evening of Art, Wine &
Food in Downtown
Brevard. Every 4th Friday,
May through Dec. 5-9 pm.
BREVARD MUSIC CENTER. Concert
performances June - August. Each
summer four hundred students,
seventy-five guest artists and faculty
members, and a full staff of technical
and support personnel assemble in
Brevard, creating a unique community
of learning, teaching, and performing.
A festival of more than eighty public
concerts brings major orchestral,
chamber, and operatic repertoire to
tens of thousands of listeners each
year. |
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ASHEVILLE:
THE NORTH CAROLINA ARBORETUM.
Exhibits,
events and educational programs,
throughout the year. Asheville.
THE FOLK ART CENTER. Touring
exhibits, demonstrations, special
events, educational opportunities and
workshops year round.
THE BLUERIDGE PARKWAY VISITORS CENTER.
Milepost 384 -Events include hikes,
family fun, activities year around
DIANA WORTHAM THEATRE. A
variety of professional musical
and theatrical performances, year
'round.
NORTH CAROLINA STAGE COMPANY.
Asheville’s professional theatre
performs in an intimate off-Broadway
style venue in the heart of downtown
Asheville. Voted Asheville's Best
Local Theater for three years in a row
for a diverse season of gripping
dramas, classics, family plays and
outrageous comedies.
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SPRUCE
PINE:
SATURDAY and SUNDAY AFTERNOONS May -
Oct, Live Music and Special
Happenings
Spruce Pine - Live mountain
music every Saturday and Sunday
afternoon, featuring a variety of
musicians, country, gospel, bluegrass,
rock, and more.
WED-SUN Mid May
The Orchard at Alta Pass. Live
mountain music and
mountain dancing, storytelling and
hayrides, monarch butterfly raising,
naturalist tours and birding walks,
arts and handwork demonstrations,
book signings and more. |
BLOWING ROCK:
MONDAY NIGHTS Monday Night Concert Series
Free concert series, a 50 year tradition - Broyhill
Park Gazebo on the Lake. E.J. &
Shirl's Farm House in Blowing Rock
- 828-295-5555
SUNDAY Sunday
Concert in the Park
4PM on Select Sundays - all types
of music - Memorial Park in
downtown - 828-295-7851
HAYES
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. Film,
theater, music and performance events
year 'round. Workshops and education
opportunities. Temporarily closed.
TWEETSIE RAILROAD. Seasonal
special events for the whole family.
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN. A
variety of outdoor events from hikes
to photography to antique cars shows.
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SYLVA:
FIRST
FRIDAY May - December
Sylva's Art After Dark
An evening of arts, dining, music and
good conversation. Downtown Sylva. |
ROBBINSVILLE:
FRIDAY NIGHTS May - Aug
Music On The Grounds
Summer Music Series - each Friday
night join us at the fairgrounds for
live country and bluegrass, and gospel
music offered by mountain area groups |
MARION:
FRIDAY NIGHTS May - Aug Concerts
series.
A
series of free summer concerts.
Concessions available. 7pm-10pm. Main
Street, Historic Downtown Marion. For
more information, call 828-652-2215.
THURSDAY
NIGHTS year 'round,
weather
permitting.
Bluegrass Music
Jam.
Open to all musicians, no
scheduled performers. Outdoors, bring
chairs or blankets. Free; 7-9pm,
Marion Depot. For more information,
call 828-652-2215
FRIDAY NIGHTS
Woody's Original Mountain Music
an ever
changing line up of musicians and
musical styles! Join the fun along
with Max Woody and friends beginning
at 7:00 pm |
HENDERSONVILLE:
FRIDAY NIGHTS June - Aug
The 11th annual
Music On Main Street concert series
will be held every Friday evening from
June 5 through August 28, 2009. Music
On Main Street featuring " oldies
rock, beach music, variety and top 40
music. Bring a chair and enjoy the
music, admission is free. |
FLAT
ROCK
Flat Rock Playhouse.
The
State Theatre of North Carolina
is considered
one of the "Top Ten Theaters in the
Country. The Playhouse produces
Broadway quality plays. The eight
month season includes world premieres
and standard Broadway musicals,
comedy, and drama. |
BLACK
MOUNTAIN:
THURSDAY NIGHTS June- August
The Park
Rhythms Outdoor Concert Series
runs from June through August at Lake
Tomahawk Park. A variety of musical
groups from throughout the region
provide music from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
on Thursdays. Local businesses help
sponsor this concert series. For more
info contact: (828)669-2052
BLACK MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Performances, classes, exhibits and
community events and gatherings.
THE WHITE HORSE BLACK MOUNTAIN.
Presenting in music and arts all year
‘round and are also a friendly
neighborhood bar. |
ANDREWS:
Valleytown Cultural Arts and
Historical Society.
The
Valleytown Cultural Arts and
Historical Society provides
innumerable arts events for community
enjoyment from May through December.
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BOONE:
MOUNTAIN HOME MUSIC.
Good old fashioned mountain music
performed every other week throughout
the season.
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LINVILLE:
GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN EVENTS.
Outdoor activities, festivals,
education opportunities throughout the
year.
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WEST JEFFERSON - JEFFERSON:
JUNE – OCT
Gallery Crawl.
Downtown West Jefferson
5-8PM
Second Friday of each month. Open
house in more than 15 art galleries
and studios.
Ashe County Arts Council: 336-846-2787
jlashearts@skybest.com
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FRANKLIN
ALL YEAR.
Smoky
Mountain Center for the Performing
Arts.
A 1,500 seat state-of-the-art facility
presents the finest in performing arts
to the surrounding towns.
Pickin' on the Square
every Sat night from Memorial Day
through October |
MOUNT AIRY
ALL YEAR.
First Saturday The Surry Arts
Council is pleased to present an
old-time dance
in the Old-Time Music Hall (below the
Andy Griffith Museum in Mount Airy).
There is a clogging workshop from 5:30
to 6:30 PM, free with purchase of a
dance ticket. The dance starts at 7:00
pm and admission is $5 |
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Blueridge Music
Trails.
The
Blue Ridge Music Trails guides
travelers to the many public settings
in which Blue Ridge folk music and
dance thrive today. The music venues
selected for the Blue Ridge Music
Trails have been identified by
folklife fieldworkers. Though
listeners may well hear an array of
musical styles at a given event, each
site includes a substantial amount of
traditional Blue Ridge music performed
by musicians native to the region. All
of the events listed are on-going and
are open to the public.
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Tailgate
and Farmers Markets
There are dozens of
markets throughout the mountains offering
local produce, foods, handmade products and
crafts. Hours and days vary so check locally
for details.
| ASHEVILLE
AREA |
Asheville City
Market
Sat 8:00 AM to
1:00 PM, April 18 - December 19
Public Works
Building lot, S. Charlotte St.
Asheville, NC |
French Broad
Food Coop
Sat 8:00 AM -
1:00 PM, April 12 - October 25
76 Biltmore
Ave. Asheville, NC |
Greenlife
Tailgate Market
Sun 1:00 PM -
5:00 PM, May 3 - October 25
At Greenlife
Grocery, N. Merrimon Ave. Asheville,
NC |
North Asheville
Tailgate Market
Sat 8:00 AM -
12:00 PM, April 18 - December 20
UNCA, take
Weaver Blvd., Asheville, NC |
Riceville
Tailgate Market
Sat 9:00 AM -
12:00 PM, May 23 - September 19
parking lot of
the Riceville Community
Center Asheville NC |
Wed PM Downtown
Tailgate Market
Wed 2:00 PM -
6:30 PM, April 29 - December 23
76 Biltmore
Avenue, next to the French Broad Food
Coop, Asheville, NC |
West Asheville
Tailgate Market
Wed 3:30 PM -
6:30 PM, April 15 - October 28
grassy area at
parking lot for West End Bakery and
Haywood Road Market. Asheville, NC |
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Friday 9AM - 1 PM,
May 7 - October
29
You'll find
locally grown produce and other
edibles, plants, flowers, crafts and
more at the market. Parking lot next
to Fred's, Bryson City NC
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| BLACK MOUNTAIN |
Sat 9:00 AM -
12:00 PM, May 9 - October 31
First Baptist
Church, 130 Montreat Rd
Black
Mountain, NC |
| WEAVERVILLE |
Wed 2:30 PM -
6:30 PM, April 29 - late October
Behind the
community center at Lake Louise
Weaverville, NC |
| BARNARDSVILLE |
Big Ivy
Tailgate Market
Sat 9:00 AM –
12:00 PM, May 5 - October 24
At the Old Fire
Station, center of town Barnardsville,
NC |
| SPARTA |
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Alleghany
County Farmers' Market
Saturday 8:00am — 12:00pm
County
Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21 North,
Sparta,
NC
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| ANDREWS |
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Saturday 8:00am — 12:00pm
First Street,
Andrews,
North Carolina
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| WEST JEFFERSON |
Wed and Sat 8:00am-1:00pm
108
Backstreet,
West
Jefferson, North Carolina
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| February Calendar of Events |
| 2 TRYON
Explore Rhythm in
Color and Sound - The Tryon Fine Arts Center presents
River Guerguerian, Jonas Gerard, John Vorus, Sage Sansone--Creative
energy flows as River's drums, the digeridoo and a lyrical voice
blend with Jonas's paint strokes to create synergistic art and an
unforgettable evening. Light refreshments will be served.
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| 2-3 MAGGIE VALLEY
Law Enforcement Days at Cataloochee Ski Area
Cataloochee supports the law enforcement by
offering a special reduced rate for law enforcement personnel with valid
i.d. and their families. The special package is
only $25 per person and includes a 1 1/2 hour lesson, lift ticket for
either day, twilight or night skiing and rental equipment. The combined
savings is $56 per person over Cataloochee's regular rates.
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| 3 BLOWING ROCK
Fresh Fridays A low-key, relaxed jam session format in which riders can hit
the night's new setup as many times as they want and in any order they
want, just like a normal day of riding with friends. Registration
5:00-6:30 at the registration desk on the Upper Level of the Lodge. The
shred session will last from 7:00 – 8:00, with awards taking place
nearby the setup immediately after the jam ends. |
| 3-5 ASHEVILLE
5th Annual Celtic Adventure Weekend Dream
weekend for lovers of all things Celtic. Celebrate the Scots-Irish
heritage of Western North Carolina with dance, literature, food, drink
and music. McPeake takes the stage Friday night with a blend of Irish
traditional, folk, acoustic and country music. On Saturday afternoon,
attendees will enjoy the music and stories of Scottish songwriter and
guitarist Colin Grant-Adams. Back by popular demand this year, Gaelic
Storm blows in with another raucous, crowd-pleasing performance. Held at
the Grove Park Inn, with lodging packages available. |
| 4 OLD FORT
ArtsMart
Locally created arts and crafts displayed inside the historic Old
Fort Depot. Stop by to chat with the creators of these one of a kind
items while you shop for yourself, family or friends. Something for
everyone including baskets, paintings, woodwork, wreaths, candles
and live demonstrations. Sponsored by Arrowhead Artists and Artisans
League.
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| 8-14 CHIMNEY ROCK
8-14
Valentine's Chimney Rock Park BOGO
Tickets
Nothing says "I love you" like a romantic day at
Chimney Rock. That's why we're offering buy one regularly-priced adult
ticket and get one free for Valentine's Day from Feb. 8-14. Hold hands
on a beautiful hike to the base of the 404-foot Hickory Nut Falls. Top
off the perfect day with a tasty lunch at the Old Rock Cafe.
Click here to download this special coupon. Coupon must be
presented to the Ticket Plaza at the time of purchase. |
| 10 ASHEVILLE
8th Annual Beloved Miniatures Show at American Folk Opening
Reception. Just in time for Valentines Day, 12 of
American Folks artists and potters will present work no bigger than 8 x
10 for painters, no bigger than 6 inches tall for potters. “Our folks
create small works for this show all year long, and begin sending them
in January. We love those little containers coming our way in the dark
days of winter….it warms & excite us” says Betsey-Rose Weiss, owner of
American Folk. |
| 10-12 ASHEVILLE
Classical Romance for Valentine's 2012
The Grove Park Inn offers a romantic getaway
including an evening of stargazing on the terrace of this historically
romantic resort at the Starlight & Chocolate Party. You'll also enjoy
dinner in one of the Inn's restaurants, a "Spicy" cooking seminar, dance
instruction and a Valentine's Dance, which offers the perfect place to
fall in love all over again (or for the first time). Lodging packages
available. |
| 11 ASHEVILLE
Zombies and Lusty Ladies! at ZaPow Studios and Gallery.
A special Valentine's Day masquerade party and art opening. Dress up in
your best zombie or lusty lady costume,or combine both. Costumes are not
required but prizes will be won for the best. FREE BEER from
French
Broad Brewery, scoops from
The Hop
Ice Cream Cafe and awesome tunes from
The
Mad Tea. This is a FREE event. |
| 11 BRYSON CITY
The Peanuts™ Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown Excursion and
Valentine Sweetheart Train. The train
departs at 11 AM and will travel along the Tuckasegee River to Dillsboro
NC for a 1 ½ layover. Special Valentine's activities include crafts,
photo ops, snacks and more. This is a fun-filled outing for the whole
family. |
| 11 ASHEVILLE
Second
Saturday in the River Arts District. Artists open their
doors and host openings, events classes and workshops on the second
weekend of each month. |
| 11 BLOWING ROCK
Shred for the Cup Rail Jam
Now in its 6th season, the SFTC series is the region’s premiere
competition and features three unique events (Big Air, Rail Jam, and Slopestyle) throughout the winter
season. Shred for the Cup is open to both Skiers and Snowboarders of all
age and ability. Tons of prizes are up for grabs, as well as points for
the entire series winners. All event participants will receive
lunch and Shred for the Cup series T-Shirts. |
| 11 MORGANTON
Brown Mountain Lights Symposium
Join the world's two most sought after speakers on the
Mystery of the Brown Mountain Lights. What causes these lights to be
seen? Where and when can you see them? Paranormal Investigator,
Joshua P. Warren and Applachian State University Physicist and
Astronomer, Dan Caton share their theories on the origins of
the mysterious lights. See Joshua's first ever video of the lights
from his field observations in 2004. Hear from locals who have
observed the lights. The event includes a Guided Field Trip to the Brown
Mountain Overlook and catered dinner. Registration required. |
11-12 HENDERSONVILLE
Do
Tell StoryFest 3rd annual
Festival Held at the
Flat Rock Playhouse Downtown Theatre, listen to stories from rhymes
to folk tales to history to modern personal stories from the
region's best performers. The Sat. festival concert features renown
storyteller and singer
Michael Reno Harrell. Admission charged.
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| 11-12 BOONVILLE
Valentine
Lunches at RagApple Lassie Vineyards
Choose from 2 different menus: Give Me Love and Give Me Romance loaded
with gourmet delectables and accompanying RagApple wines. By
reservation only - noon to 4 PM - $35.00 per person. $30.00 for Wine
Club Members. |
| 11-12 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Crescent Ski
Council Competition Slalom
& Giant Slalom competitions for Crescent Ski Council members.
Competitions begin at 9 AM. |
| 16-19 ASHEVILLE 17th Annual
Bluegrass First Class Enjoy some of the best bluegrass acts in the country rocking out all
over the hotel, all weekend.
Lineup includes - Friday: Dailey and Vincent (2 days), Rhonda Vincent
and The Rage, Russell Moore and IIIrd Tyme Out, The James King Band.
Saturday: Dailey and Vincent, The Seldom Scene, Lonesome
River Band, Junior Sisk and Ramblers Choice featuring Wyatt Rice on
guitar. |
| 17-19 ASHEVILLE
Arts & Crafts Antique Show and Conference 2012
Hosted by the Grove Park Inn this conference is
dedicated to the education of the collector. The weekend blends
informative talks with an immense show of furniture and collectibles.
Providing inspiration is The Grove Park Inn’s own rich Arts & Crafts
tradition, which lives on throughout the resort, from the Old Hickory
rockers to the Roycroft chandeliers. Lodging packages available. |
| 17-20 MAGGIE VALLEY
President's Day Weekend at Cataloochee
Holiday rates in effect 2/17/12- 2/20/12. In
addition to the regular twilight and night skiing schedule of Tuesday
through Saturday evenings, there will also be twilight and night skiing
on Sunday, February 19. |
| 18 CHIMNEY ROCK
Off the Beaten Path Guided Hike: Winter Wonderland
The Park’s beauty changes with each season. Bare tree branches sparkle
with frost and clear views reward wintertime hikers. Enjoy the serenity
of Chimney Rock during the off season and learn how to recognize trees
and shrubs without their leaves. Participants will see about 30
different trees along this easy 2-hour woodland excursion. Meet the
trail guide for the hike in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts at 1 PM. |
| 18 BEECH MOUNTAIN
Snowman Building Contest
Strut your frosty stuff at our Annual Snowman building contest.
Your creativity is the limit (family friendly), just bring your own
accessories. Prizes will be awarded for the most creative and
superlative snowman/woman. |
| 19 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
High Country Junior
Race Series Giant Slalom - Championship.
A Giant Slalom competition for all High
Country junior racers. Registration is from 7:30am-8:30am. Race start is
9 AM on Big Red. |
20 BLOWING ROCK
50th
Celebration Family Days Special “Family
Days” continue ASM's 50th year celebration with a Live 60’s Band;
Every “Elvis” skis free (Sideburns & Costume Required;
Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides 1:30 – 3:30; 50th Celebration Golden
Scavenger Hunt Parts 4 & 5 (Items 31-40); The Sanctuary Massage Stations
1-4pm; Free Professional Family Ski Portrait 10am – 3pm; Pig Pickin’
11am – 3pm; Free Junior Ice Skating (ages 12 & under) with paid adult /
limit 4 Juniors per family, Offered at special morning session 9 –
11am |
| 23 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Spyder
2013 Sample Sale 2013
Spyder samples are 30% off retail prices only at Sugar Mountain Resort.
Quantities and sizes are limited, so come early. Prices you won't find
anywhere else! Spyder is the World's leading winter apparel company.
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| 23-25 HENDERSONVILLE
Music on the Rock Series: The Swinging Songs of Frank Sinatra
The 10 concert 2012 series produced by The Flat
Rock Theatre offers a celebration of music form country to pop to
Sinatra. |
| 25 BLOWING ROCK
Ladies Park Night A special terrain park area is constructed with features
specifically designed for learning and progression that will be open to
ladies only. Women of all ages and abilities are welcome, for both ski
and snowboard, to get together and ride in a laid-back environment among
friends. |
25-26 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
USSA SARA
Championships
J1 and J2. By invitation only. Sponsored by
SPYDER. |
| 26 BLOWING ROCK
Shred for the Cup
Slopestyle Finals
Now in its 6th season, the SFTC series is the region’s premiere
competition and features three unique events (Big Air, Rail Jam, and Slopestyle) throughout the winter
season. Shred for the Cup is open to both Skiers and Snowboarders of all
age and ability. Tons of prizes are up for grabs, as well as points for
the entire series winners. All event participants will receive
lunch and Shred for the Cup series T-Shirts. |
| 28 - Mar 3 ASHEVILLE
25th Anniversary Heritage
Classic DanceSport Championships 2012
This dance competition
offers
$112,000 in cash awards and scholarships. The Heritage Classic is a
World Pro/Am Dancesport Series event. General admission
tickets are available. |
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| 3 BLOWING ROCK
Recess Wreck Less Rail Jam |
| 3 CHIMNEY ROCK
Spring for Free Guided Hikes: Hickory Nut Falls
Forget those winter blues and enjoy some fresh
air and sunshine at Chimney Rock. Free guided hike to the tallest
waterfall on the east coast, Hickory Nut Falls, at an incredible 404
feet. Along the way, see how spring’s approach is changing the Park’s
diverse scenery. Note: If Hickory Nut Falls trail is closed due to
ice melt at the falls, hike will be held on the Four Seasons trail.
Meet the trail guide for the hike in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts at
1 PM. |
4 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Sugar Bear's
Birthday Celebration
Join Sugar Mountain Resort's resident mascot,
Sugar Bear and his friends for a fun birthday celebration. Activities
include the Great Bear Race, a magic show, special treats, cake and ice
cream. For additional details contact the Sugar Bear Ski School. |
| 4 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Richard T.
Trundy Memorial Sugar Cup Competition
A giant slalom competition for participants with
at least an intermediate or above ability level. Proceeds go to the
American Cancer Society in memory of Sugar Mountain's former Director of
Operations, Richard T. Trundy. |
| 4 MAGGIE VALLEY
The BIGBIGBIG One Day Season Pass Sale
All season passes will be on sale for the lowest
price of this year and next year for this one day only. Ski for the rest
of the season and next on the pass you purchase on March 4. Pass
sale will be from 8:30am – 4:30pm only and you can purchase in person,
over the phone with a credit card or online! |
| 5 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
March Madness
Beginning March 5, 2012 and
running through the end of the season, Sugar offers up to 25% savings on
lift tickets, rental equipment, and lessons. Restrictions apply. |
| 9-18 HENDERSONVILLE
The Boxcar Children at The Playhouse Downtown.
A production of the Flat Rock Playhouse
YouTheatre. This entertaining and educational play tells the story of
four orphaned children. When they discover that they are to be
separated, they take matters into their own hands and create a home for
themselves in an abandoned boxcar in the forest. |
| 9-10 Asheville
24th Annual Comedy Classic Weekend Two
days and nights of laughter hosted by actor, comedian, writer and
all-around funnyman Jeff Jena. Individual tickets are available as well
as lodging packages. Held at the Grove Park Inn. |
| 10 CHIMNEY ROCK
Spring for Free Guided Hikes: Hickory Nut Falls
Forget those winter blues and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine at
Chimney Rock. Free guided hike to the tallest waterfall on the east
coast, Hickory Nut Falls, at an incredible 404 feet. Along the way, see
how spring’s approach is changing the Park’s diverse scenery. Note:
If Hickory Nut Falls trail is closed due to ice melt at the falls, hike
will be held on the Four Seasons trail. Meet the trail guide for
the hike in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts at 1 PM. |
| 10 CHIMNEY ROCK
Survival Skills Workshop: Basic Wilderness First Aid (1 of 3 in
series) Don’t get caught in the wild
without knowing basic first aid skills. In part 1 of the Survival Skills
Workshop series, learn how to avoid and treat exposure to hypothermia,
heat exhaustion, poison ivy, burns, blisters and more. Understand the
basics of splinting a sprained ankle and treating snake bites, bee
stings and chiggers. Don’t let minor incidents stop you in your tracks –
keep moving in the great outdoors with these essential first aid skills
taught by local naturalist Clint Calhoun. $27
for Adults, $15 for Annual Passholders for single workshop; $65 for
Adults, $35 for Annual Passholders for all three workshops (includes
Park admission for the day) |
| 10 BLOWING ROCK
50th
Celebration Family Days Special “Family
Days” continue ASM's 50th year celebration with a Live 60’s Band;
Every “Elvis” skis free (Sideburns & Costume Required;
Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides 1:30 – 3:30; 50th Celebration Golden
Scavenger Hunt Parts 4 & 5 (Items 31-40); The Sanctuary Massage Stations
1-4pm; Free Professional Family Ski Portrait 10am – 3pm; Pig Pickin’
11am – 3pm; Free Junior Ice Skating (ages 12 & under) with paid adult /
limit 4 Juniors per family, Offered at special morning session 9 –
11am |
| 17 CHIMNEY ROCK
Spring for Free Guided Hikes: Hickory Nut Falls
Forget those winter blues and enjoy some fresh air and sunshine at
Chimney Rock. Free guided hike to the tallest waterfall on the east
coast, Hickory Nut Falls, at an incredible 404 feet. Along the way, see
how spring’s approach is changing the Park’s diverse scenery. Note:
If Hickory Nut Falls trail is closed due to ice melt at the falls, hike
will be held on the Four Seasons trail. Meet the trail guide for
the hike in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts at 1 PM. |
| 18 SUGAR MOUNTAIN
Easter Egg
Hunt Dress up in your Easter
costume and join Sugar Bear and Sweetie Bear on the slopes in search of
prize-filled eggs. You may be the lucky winner of a season pass! Valid
lift/slope tickets or passes are required for participation. Event is
for children 12 and under ONLY and begins at 9 AM at the bottom of the
Summit #1 lift. |
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CHIMNEY ROCK
Spring for Free Guided Hikes: Hickory
Nut Falls Forget those winter blues and enjoy some
fresh air and sunshine at Chimney Rock. Free guided hike to the tallest
waterfall on the east coast, Hickory Nut Falls, at an incredible 404
feet. Along the way, see how spring’s approach is changing the Park’s
diverse scenery. Note: If Hickory Nut Falls trail is closed due to
ice melt at the falls, hike will be held on the Four Seasons trail.
Meet the trail guide for the hike in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts at
1 PM. |
| 22-24
HENDERSONVILLE
Music on the Rock Series: Sweet Dreams, The Music of Patsy Cline
The 10 concert 2012 series produced by The Flat Rock Theatre offers a
celebration of music form country to pop to Sinatra. |
| 24-25 BLOWING ROCK
Meltdown Games Appalachian’s classic
end of the winter celebration. A full weekend of crazy events you won’t
see any other time of the year, with lots of snow, sun, and skin. All
events are free with your ski ticket. Take your best shot at tons
of prize categories. |
| 28 - April 22 FLAT ROCK
My Favorite Things: The Songs of Rogers and Hammerstein
The season opener for the Flat Rock Playhouse,
celebrating its 60th year in 2012. Four singers and a forty-member
chorus put a new spin on the music of America's greatest songwriting
tandem. Enjoy favorites such as The King and I, Oklahoma, The Sound of
Music and many more. |
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CHIMNEY ROCK
Spring for Free Guided Hikes: Hickory
Nut Falls Forget those winter blues and enjoy some
fresh air and sunshine at Chimney Rock. Free guided hike to the tallest
waterfall on the east coast, Hickory Nut Falls, at an incredible 404
feet. Along the way, see how spring’s approach is changing the Park’s
diverse scenery. Note: If Hickory Nut Falls trail is closed due to
ice melt at the falls, hike will be held on the Four Seasons trail.
Meet the trail guide for the hike in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts at
1 PM. |
| 31 CHIMNEY ROCK
Backyard Habitats Workshop: Attracting Butterflies, Birds & Bees
Why are butterflies, birds and bees
attracted to some plants more than others? Can you believe that native
plants are up to four times more attractive to bees than non-natives?
These pollinators and feathered friends have co-evolved with specific
native plants in the region and depend on them for food. Join expert Ron
Hoover to learn how to identify the best host and support plants to get
your backyard or butterfly garden darting and buzzing with activity!
Appropriate for all ages (6+) and levels of experience. $27 for
Adults, $15 for Annual Passholders; $20 for Youth (ages 6-15), $12 for
Grady’s Kids Club Members (includes Park admission for the day) |
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