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Symphony by Chetola Lake – Crown of the Summer
Symphony by Chetola Lake has been considered the jewel in the crown that is Blowing Rock’s Summer Season for 37 years. This
event brings approximately 3,000 people around the lake at Chetola Resort to hear Symphony of the Mountains perform a curated selection of music based around the year’s

BRAHM Fundraiser at J McLaughlin
J. Mclaughlin will be hosting a Sip and Shop for The Blowing Rock Arts and History Museum. Join your hostesses Donna Mason, Susan Young, and Nancy Caldwell on Saturday July 26th for sips and light bites 10% of the proceeds will benefit BRAHM.

NC High Country Summer Road Trip
The North Carolina High Country is in full Summer Swing with attractions, events, and live music everywhere you turn. Enjoy the Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock, Boone, and Banner Elk on this 50 mile scenic loop!

Mustard Seed Home Wins Retail Award!
Ian & Madeline Stuart of Blowing Rock, NC accepted the Best Home Decor Store Award at the Retailer Excellence Awards in Dallas, TX this week for Mustard Seed Home.

Spring Color Update: May 26, 2025
As spring unfolds, vibrant colors continue to grace both our natural landscapes as well as the streets and sidewalks here in Blowing Rock. This week, the spotlight remains on the Catawba Rhododendron, with the addition of a wide array of azaleas and other May gems springing to life and creating

My Family’s Favorite Things to Do in Blowing Rock: 4 Day Itinerary
This itinerary was created by Phoenyx Powell of Phoenyx Travels. Phoenyx is an amputee traveler, accessibility advocate, and expert travel blogger. She’s on a mission to make the world more accessible by empowering travelers of all abilities to explore with confidence! The original post of this itinerary , along with

Spring Color Update: May 9, 2025
Spring is in full bloom in Blowing Rock, with vibrant colors adorning both our downtown and natural landscapes. This week, the spotlight is on the Catawba Rhododendron, adding splashes of vibrant magenta throughout town!

Artists in Residence
If you love art, and are planning on spending any amount of time in Blowing Rock during the Spring or Summer seasons, Artists in Residence is a must-see experience! Drop by on your trip, or stop in every week and see all of the talented artists displaying their skills and

Spring Color Update: May 1, 2025
The High Country is blooming more each day, and this week’s colors are putting on a show from sidewalks to overlooks. A fresh round of flowers is brightening Blowing Rock, with some vibrant newcomers and returning spring favorites.

July 4th Celebration in Blowing Rock
2025 4th of July ParadeSaturday July 5, 10:00 am Join the town of Blowing Rock for the best small-town Main Street parade you’ll find anywhere! Local families, musicians, organizations, and characters celebrate the holiday with a patriotic procession. The parade is usually 40 minutes to an hour long. *PLEASE NOTE

Spring Color Update: April 25, 2025
Each week, we’ll share where to find vibrant seasonal color, which blooms are peaking, and some special spots to soak in the sights.

Find Your Trail
Did you know? Blowing Rock is an Official North Carolina Trail Town! We’re home to all kinds of trails, and there are even more in our nearby neighborhood. From arts to hiking, find your trail in Blowing Rock! Art & Culture Trails There’s so much culture in our Blue Ridge