The Blowing Rock Community Library is celebrating 100 years this year. In honor of this, J. McLaughlin has dedicated a Sip & Shop experience to benefit the Library. 15% of the proceeds will benefit this amazing Community Library.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
All across America and around the world, audiences have fallen in love with these two sophisticated Southern gentlemen and the high-energy show featuring the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra.
Vice Admiral, Sean Pybus, will speak. He is USN retired, and a former Commander of U.S. Navy Seals. He is highly decorated, and has served with distinction in Latin America, Europe, Asia, and Africa. All are invited to attend.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
Take a daily, short, guided stroll at 2 PM that highlights Grandfather Mountain’s rhododendron species and blooms. Included with admission. See the blooms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities.
Your High Country Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America will conduct the 15th Annual Memorial Day Commemoration at the Boone Mall on Monday 29 May 2023.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
The Embers are truly one of the finest entertainment experiences of our lifetime. Come to their show and they will put JOY in your step, LOVE in your heart and BEACH MUSIC in your soul!
In honor of National Cancer Survivor Day, shop from 12-5 pm on June 2nd and 15% of proceeds will go to Watauga Country Cancer Resource Alliance. Enjoy lite bites and sips.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a variety of interpretive tables and programming at the Woods Walk on topics such as how to plan a hike, Leave No Trace, essential items needed in a backpack and more.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
Celebrate the rhododendron blooms with guided rambles, kids crafts and special displays. See the blossoms and learn about their history, attributes and roles they play in the mountain’s ecological communities.
Mast General Store Valle Crucis
3565 HWY 194 S., Sugar Grove, NC, United States
Head over to the original Mast General Store to enjoy FREE popcorn throughout the day and join in on a special tour of the Original Mast Store led by Lisa Cooper, who spent four years living in the store when her parents re-opened the historic location in the 1980s. Tours are limited to 15 people and are scheduled at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC
National Geographic Society CEO Jill Tiefenthaler will give the keynote address at the 2023 Appalachian Energy Summit, hosted by Appalachian State University’s Office of Sustainability on Wednesday, June 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
This popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers, hands-on breakout sessions, a friendly contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery and native animals before and after regular business hours.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
The Emmet Cohen Trio takes to the App Theatre stage at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 10. Cohen is an internationally acclaimed jazz artist and winner of the 2019 American Pianists Award.
Memorial Park Gazebo
1036 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Family-friendly and casual! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Memorial Park on Main Street to enjoy the music- all concerts begin at 1pm on Sundays following Art in the Park shows.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
Join Grandfather Mountain to celebrate the birthdays of their resident animals with games, contests, crafts and surprises. The park’s wildlife habitat staff hosts a fun-filled afternoon for guests, as well as programs to celebrate the park’s furry and feathered inhabitants.
Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC
Tickets for Day Out With Thomas include one ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, all Thomas-themed activities and one full day of admission to Tweetsie Railroad.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
Michelle Amato - She most recently performed in Cirque Du Soleil’s “La Nouba,” and with The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, with whom she toured Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and across the Atlantic and on Crystal Cruise Line.
Blowing Rock Antiques
379 Sunset Dr., Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Blowing Rock Farmers Market is back and at a new location! Thursdays from May 18 to October 2023 from 2-6 PM. The ever beloved flower bouquets will be back along with many new vendors!
Inn At Ragged Gardens
203 Sunset Drive, Blowing Rock, NC
Free outdoor concerts every Friday evening, weather permitting! Enjoy classic country, blues, bluegrass, and other genres in an always-changing lineup. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Drinks and snacks available for purchase. See link for performance listings!
American Legion
333 Wallingford Rd, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Head over to the American Legion and celebrate Blowing Rock's 135th birthday! The public is invited so bring your friends too! There will be birthday cake, and a historical video on Blowing Rock.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
This workshop is designed for artists to create their own personal papier mache animal, vessel, or object. Artists will study the properties of the medium, and learn helpful tips and tricks.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
Dave Curley, Tadhg Ó Meachair & Joanna Hyde form an exciting and dynamic transatlantic trio that presents a rousing blend of Irish and American folk music, having already won over audiences on both sides of the ocean.
Speckled Trout Outfitters
916 Main St. Suite 100, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
The Speckled Trout Outfitters will be taking backpackers who want to start the season off with a challenge to the Linville Gorge Wilderness to backpack the “Is That All You Got?!” Loop.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Appalachian State University English professor Craig Fischer—who teaches classes in comics and graphic novels—will speak on seven editorial cartoons that enraged readers and newspaper publishers alike.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
Jen Kober is originally from Lake Charles, LA, and has energetically bounded onto the national stage bringing crowds to their feet with her original blend of stand-up, story telling, and improvised rock-n-roll comedy.
Broyhill Park
173 Lakeside Drive, Blowing Rock, NC
For over four decades, we've been celebrating the opening of Trout Season with friendly competition and prizes! Prizes for kids and adults, with free entry and participation.
Tweetsie Railroad
300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC
The familiar "Tweet, tweet!" of Tweetsie Railroad's historic narrow-gauge steam locomotives will be heard throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains once again when Tweetsie opens its doors for the 2024 season. Featuring a family-friendly Wild West Adventure for children of all ages.
Grandfather Mountain
2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC
A total solar eclipse, one of nature’s most spectacular sights, is coming to North America on April 8. Weather permitting; a partial eclipse will be visible at Grandfather Mountain.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Dr. Margret Kentgens-Craig will talk about Frank Lee Craig, one of the featured artists in the exhibition Pulp & Bind, who was also an architect, musician, and writer.
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC
Released in 1989, Indigo Girls’ eponymous major label debut sold over two million copies under the power of singles “Closer to Fine” and “Kid Fears” and turned Indigo Girls into one of the most successful folk duos in history.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Youth aged 12-18 are invited to join us at BRAHM every second Saturday from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm this spring for directed studio time inspired by famous artists.
American Legion
333 Wallingford Rd, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
New Dancers Workshop at 6:30 (new and experienced dancers are welcome)
If you are new to Contra, we ask that you arrive well ahead of the 6:30 New Dancer Workshop time due to parking in Blowing Rock.
Blowing Rock Art & History Museum
159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
Learn to create your own painted paper collages inspired by North Carolina artist and educator, Lee Hall. Students will draw inspiration from Hall’s landscape and architecture collages, and apply these references to their own collages using a variety of materials and techniques.
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
Multifaceted American jazz pianist and composer Emmet Cohen is one of his generation's pivotal figures in music and the related arts. Leader of the Emmet Cohen Trio and creator of the Masters Legacy Series, he is an internationally acclaimed jazz artist, a dedicated educator, the winner of the 2019 American Pianists Awards, and a finalist in the 2011 Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition.
J. McLaughlin will be hosting a sip and shop benefitting Oasis. Oasis serves survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence in Watauga and Avery counties.
The Spice & Tea Exchange
1087 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC, United States
The Spice & Tea Exchange has been open in Blowing Rock for 10 years! To celebrate this Anniversary they will be hosting a 10% off everything in the store sale (excluding sale items)
Appalachian Theatre of the High Country
559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States
IF4™ is the world’s leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke.
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts
733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC
Snarky Puppy is a collective of sorts with as many as 20 members in regular rotation. At its core, the band represents the convergence of both black and white American music culture with various accents from around the world. Japan, Argentina, Canada and the United Kingdom all have representation in the group’s membership. But more than the cultural diversity of the individual players, the defining characteristic of Snarky Puppy’s music is the joy of performing together in the perpetual push to grow creatively.