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Exhibit: A Hundred Years of Horses

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC

Celebrating the Centennial of the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show In 1923, one of Blowing Rock’s most beloved traditions began as a small tournament on the hill behind Green Park Inn. A century later, the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show has transformed into a monumental event on a beautiful preserve that draws equestrians from across the country […]

Free Entry

Artists in Residence: Laurin Jennings & Skip Sickler

Edgewood Cottage 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC

Free art shows in Blowing Rock! Meet different High Country artists each week and buy original art directly. New artists each Monday through Labor Day.

Free Entry

Rhododendron Ramble at Grandfather Mountain

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.

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Blowing Rock Farmers Market

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! 

Free Entry

Artisan Market at Shoppes on the Parkway

Shoppes on the Parkway 278 Shoppes on the Parkway Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Head over to Shoppes on the Parkway for an Artisan Market. 

Free Entry

National Trails Day at Grandfather Mountain

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.

All-Day Rhododendron Ramble at Grandfather Mountain

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.

140th Anniversary of the Original Mast General Store

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.

Free Entry

Exploration at the Extremes at Appalachian State University

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. 

Free

Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show – Saddlebred

Broyhill Equestrian Preserve 1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NC

The Saddlebred classes are loaded with chrome and flash. The atmosphere at a Saddlebred show is electric, with teams shouting encouragement and rooting for their favorites.

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Tweetsie Railroad: Day Out With Thomas

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.

$40 – $60

Concert in the Park: Alair Summer Concert Series

Gazebo 1036 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC

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.

FREE

Animal Birthday Party at Grandfather Mountain

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.

Boonerang Kick-Off: The Appalachian Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, United States

The Boonerang Music & Arts Festival Kick-off Concert
Featuring: Kruger Bros. , Jeff Little Trio, and Burnett Sisters Trio

$20.50

Summer Concert Series: Music in Broyhill Park

Broyhill Park 173 Lakeside Drive, Blowing Rock, NC

Head over to Broyhill Park for Live music and a great time. The music plays from 5-7 pm. Bring your own blankets, lawn chairs, and coolers. Free entry and parking at Broyhill Park. Sponsored by the Blowing Rock Civic Association. 

Free

Classic Car Cruise-In at Shoppes on the Parkway

Shoppes on the Parkway 278 Shoppes on the Parkway Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Head over to Shoppes on the Parkway to get your classic car fix! Located in the parking lot by Banana Republic from 10am-5pm.

Free Entry

BRAHM: Square Dancing in Wilson Education Center

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC

Join BRAHM for another Square Dance!

The dance will take place in the Wilson Education Center at BRAHM.

If you have never square danced before or are a little rusty there will be instruction from 6 pm - 6:30 pm. Then the dance will kick off at 6:30 and last until about 8 pm.

Free Entry

Damn Tall Buildings at The Appalachian Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, United States

“If you like your bluegrass served with a little punch, attitude, grit and gravy … Damn Tall Buildings will slide in nice as a welcome edition to your listening rotation.

$25

Heritage Day and Wood Kiln Opening

Bolick and Traditions Pottery 4443 Bolick Rd, Lenoir, NC

Annual event at the Bolick & Traditions Pottery studio, about 4 miles south of their gallery shop on Main Street in Blowing Rock. Be present at 10 am to watch them unload the groundhog-style wood kiln.

Free Entry

An Appalachian Summer Festival: An Evening with Leslie Odom, Jr.

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

Leslie Odom, Jr. is a two-time Academy Award-nominated, Tony and Grammy Award-winning, and three-time Emmy Award nominated actor, singer, songwriter, and entertainer.

$50 – $70

Community Band Concert at Memorial Park Gazebo

Memorial Park 1036 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC

The community band will be playing their hard practiced pieces in the Gazebo at Memorial Park from 2-4 pm on the last Sunday of the month.

Free

Blowing Rock Community Library Centennial Celebration: Mark de Castrique

Blowing Rock Community Library 1022 Main St., Blowing Rock, NC, United States

This year in honor of 100 years providing an arena of possibility, an opening into the soul and a door into the world, the Library Association will host events celebrating our library. These events will offer a chance to meet three local authors, listen to their voice, and ask them questions, as well as sample their creativity.

Free Entry

An Appalachian Summer Festival: The Blue Caftan

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

Halim and Mina run a traditional caftan store in one of Morocco’s oldest medinas. In order to keep up with the commands of the demanding customers, they hire Youssef.

$10

An Appalachian Summer Festival: Apollo’s Fire – The Road to Dublin

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

Playing on historical instruments, the ensemble traces the roots of Appalachian music to the Irish and Scottish immigrants who crossed the Atlantic, bringing their ballads, jigs, and reels with them.

$30

Appalachian Summer Festival: Behind the Curtain at the Rosen-Schaffel Competition

Turchin Center for the Visual Arts Lecture Hall 423 West King Street, Boone, NC

This series offers a compelling, behind-the-scenes perspective on festival programming by shining a light on the creative process and practice of selected artists featured during An Appalachian Summer Festival.

Registration Required

July 4th Block Party at Shoppes on the Parkway

Shoppes on the Parkway 278 Shoppes on the Parkway Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Head over to Shoppes on the Parkway to celebrate the 4th of July with a block party and amazing sales!

Free Entry

4th of July Parade & Festival

Downtown Blowing Rock 132 Park Avenue, Blowing Rock, NC

The best small-town holiday parade around! Come early for the parade and enjoy the festive atmosphere in town for the afternoon with games and music in Memorial Park!

Free

An Appalachian Summer Festival: 12th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition

Rosen Concert Hall 813 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

The festival proudly presents the 12th annual Rosen-Schaffel Concerto Competition for Young & Emerging Artists, known for the pivotal role it has played in launching the careers of some of our region’s most promising young artists.

FREE
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Monday Night Concert at Broyhill Park

Broyhill Park 173 Lakeside Drive, Blowing Rock, NC

The mission of the Monday Night Concert Series is to support rising talent and to share a variety of music with residents and visitors to the town of Blowing Rock in memory of the Farm House and its creators, EJ and Shirl Blackwell.

Free

Tweetsie Railroad: July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza!

Tweetsie Railroad 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC

Head to Tweetsie as they celebrate July 4th and Tweetsie Railroad's Anniversary with the largest fireworks show in the High Country. The Wild West theme park will be open for extended hours from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm. Fireworks will begin at 9:30 pm.

$40 – $60
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Highland Echoes at The Appalachian Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, United States

The original theatrical production, ‘Highland Echoes', is back due to popular demand as it celebrates Scotland's vibrant culture, history and heritage in the Americas. Featuring Scottish Highland dancers and musicians from all over the world, this show is an unforgettable experience that will transport you to Scotland's lush landscapes and rustic charm.

$25

Grandfather Mountain Highland Games

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Blaring bagpipes, astounding athletes, delicate dancers, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular highland setting makes this colorful celebration of Scottish culture the best highland games in America.

Summer Concert Series: Music in Broyhill Park

Broyhill Park 173 Lakeside Drive, Blowing Rock, NC

Head over to Broyhill Park for Live music and a great time. The music plays from 5-7 pm. Bring your own blankets, lawn chairs, and coolers. Free entry and parking at Broyhill Park. Sponsored by the Blowing Rock Civic Association.

Free
Recurring

Highland Echoes at The Appalachian Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, United States

The original theatrical production, ‘Highland Echoes', is back due to popular demand as it celebrates Scotland's vibrant culture, history and heritage in the Americas.

$25

Classic Car Cruise-In at Shoppes on the Parkway

Shoppes on the Parkway 278 Shoppes on the Parkway Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Head over to Shoppes on the Parkway to get your classic car fix! Located in the parking lot by Banana Republic from 10am-5pm.

Free Entry

Highland Echoes at The Appalachian Theatre

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, United States

The original theatrical production, ‘Highland Echoes', is back due to popular demand as it celebrates Scotland's vibrant culture, history and heritage in the Americas.

$25

High Country Jazz Society presents Michelle Amato Quartet

Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, 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.

$10 – $30

An Appalachian Summer Festival: Eastern Festival Orchestra

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

For six decades, Eastern Music Festival (EMF), a nationally recognized classical music festival and summer educational program, has been produced on the campus of Guilford College, UNCG, and other venues in Greensboro, North Carolina.

$35

Grandfather by Night at Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Explore Grandfather Mountain after hours with your own personal guides. Discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, while stopping at its most significant sites. Watch a stunning Grandfather sunset, and experience the mountain as never before!

$50

Concert in the Park: Alair Summer Concert Series

Gazebo 1036 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC

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.

FREE

Reduced Shakespeare Company presents The Complete History of Comedy (abridged)

Valborg Theater 480 Howard St, Boone, NC

Now, The Reduced Shakespeare Company tackles the subject it was born to reduce. From the high-brow to the low, The Complete History of Comedy (abridged) covers comedy through the ages, from Shakespeare and Moliere (Is Moliere funny? Why not?) to Napoleon (Dynamite) and Vaudeville and Charlie Chaplin to The Simpsons and Ted Lasso.

$25

An Appalachian Summer Festival: Alcarràs

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

In the small village of Alcarràs in Catalonia, the peach farmers of the Solé family spend every summer together picking fruit from their orchard. But when new plans arise to install solar panels and cut down trees, the members of this tight-knit group suddenly face eviction — and the loss of far more than their home.

$10

BRAHM: Square Dancing in Wilson Education Center

Blowing Rock Art & History Museum 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC

Join BRAHM for another Square Dance!

The dance will take place in the Wilson Education Center at BRAHM.

If you have never square danced before or are a little rusty there will be instruction from 6 pm - 6:30 pm. Then the dance will kick off at 6:30 and last until about 8 pm.

Free Entry

An Appalachian Summer Festival: Dance Theatre of Harlem

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

Dance Theatre of Harlem is a leading dance institution of unparalleled global acclaim, encompassing a professional touring company, a leading studio school, and a national and international education and community outreach program.

$35