Apple butter, woolly worms, bluegrass and a Halloween fair just down the road. Here's everything happening near Happy Valley Hideaway this October, sorted by weekend so you can plan your days out and your nights by the firepit.
Big weekend ahead. Here's how to spend it.
Jul 2, 2026 - From a hometown parade in Blowing Rock to live music just down the road at Happy Valley Filling Station, there is plenty to fill your 4th of July before you even think about heading back to the cabin. Here is our local guide to the best of the weekend, plus a few reasons to save some time for the porch.
The 2026 music scene in the North Carolina High Country features a mix of recurring summer festivals, tribute acts, and local brewery sessions across Boone, Blowing Rock, and Lenoir
Experience the 'Chrome and Flash' of the oldest outdoor horse show in America! From high-stepping Saddlebreds in June to world-class jumpers in July, the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show is the season's premier event.
Blowing Rock Art in the Park celebrates six decades of shows! Discover exquisite fine art and unique handcrafts at Art in the Park. Each show is a fresh experience, featuring a jury-selected group of acclaimed and award-winning artisans, care...