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Ring in the New Year in Blowing Rock, NC
What better place to ring in the New Year than the vibrant Village of Blowing Rock? From winter hiking and skiing to shopping, family attractions, amazing views, creative restaurants, and a variety of accommodations!
6 Don’t Miss Blowing Rock WinterFest Events
Each year, spectators gather around the north end of Chetola Lake on the Saturday morning of WinterFest to watch this exuberant celebration of winter fun!
Best of NC Accolades for Blowing Rock
Every year NC Tripping polls their readers to gather The Best of NC Awards. For 2025, Blowing Rock was named Your Favorite Downtown in NC and the Best Mountain Town in NC.
Velvet Pleated Ottomans at Bent Tree Furniture
These velvet pleated ottomans are by Old Hickory Tannery. This is the same manufacturer that produced pieces for the show Yellowstone. $599 each. Dimensions: 21.5″ tall 21.5″ deep.
Holiday Dining In Blowing Rock
Are you planning to spend your Christmas Holiday in Blowing Rock? The Christmas week is a great time for family celebration in Blowing Rock. Go skiing or ice skating at Appalachian Ski Mountain, enjoy small town charm in the village, stay in a unique inn or cabin, and take in
Watauga County Locals get 10% Off
McCoy Minerals is thankful for YOU local shopper! So head on over and get 10% off of your purchase. This sale excludes cutting and custom jewelry. McCoy Minerals 537 Main St. Blowing Rock, NC 28605 828-414-9889
Best Holiday Window Display
Each year, a favorite holiday window display is chosen by public poll! Who will win Best Holiday Glow?
Custom Holiday Arrangements at MacHouse Designs
Our favorite things this year are custom-designed holiday arrangements in sourced vintage vessels. These unique, handmade items make the perfect gift for a hostess, friend, or family member.
Muled Bloom Bag Set at Franklin & Rose
These quilted bags come in red and green and pink and blue depending on your preference. The red ones definitely give off Holiday vibes! The bags are reversible to keep things interesting, and for the first time are being sold in a set of a matching tote and cosmetic bag
Evergreen Candles at FireLight Book & Candle
The Evergreen Candle was specifically made to smell just like a Christmas Tree. It is a soy based candle with fir and white pine essential oils and will help any space get festive for the season!
Recipe Kits at Spice & Tea Exchange
Spice & Tea Exchange is happy to introduce a diverse selection of Recipe Kits as our Favorite Thing this holiday season. These Recipe Kits offer all the spices and in-store ingredients to make a variety of gourmet dishes.
Emerald Ring at Gaines Kiker
This year, Gaines’ favorite thing is this 3.6 karat emerald ring set in 14KY prongs with a sterling silver and 14KY band. This stunning emerald hails from Brazil and is for sale right in our own Blowing Rock.