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Best Walkable Town, Best Shopping & More

Best Walkable Town, Best Shopping & More

Readers of Blue Ridge Country Magazine have named Blowing Rock among their favorite towns, attractions, activities, and more in the 2023 Best of the Mountains reader poll. The town of Blowing Rock and some of its local attractions have been awarded with accolades in...
July 4th Celebration in Blowing Rock

July 4th Celebration in Blowing Rock

2024 4th of July ParadeSaturday July 6, 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...
Spectator’s Guide to the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show

Spectator’s Guide to the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show

The Saddlebred Division is June 6-9, 2024 The Hunter/Jumper I Division is July 23-28, 2024 The Hunter/Jumper II Division is July 31-August 4, 2024 The Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show is the oldest continual outdoor horse show in the country, having persevered through...
Trails We Took In May

Trails We Took In May

2023 is the Year of the Trail in NC, and we’ve extended our trail experiences into May! This month we’ve added a variety of trails so there is hopefully something for everyone. As always, please remember to pack plenty of water and snacks, and to do some...
Blue Ridge Parkway Campgrounds & More Open Memorial Day Weekend

Blue Ridge Parkway Campgrounds & More Open Memorial Day Weekend

National Park Service officials remind visitors to enjoy the view, and watch the road.May 23, 2023: Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds, picnic areas, and visitor centers open with full services for the 2023 visitor season this weekend, and National Park Service managers...
New Summer Square Dance Series in Blowing Rock

New Summer Square Dance Series in Blowing Rock

The Blowing Rock Art & History Museum (BRAHM) and Joe Shannon’s Mountain Home Music are pleased to present a summer square dance series at BRAHM. Dances will feature local dance callers and a live band! The first dance of the season will take place on Thursday May...