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Grandfather Mountain Highland Games

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville

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.

The Embers Featuring Craig Woolard

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

The Embers boast numerous albums and single releases that span decades and all the crazes continuing to exhibit top quality showmanship, musicianship and professionalism.

$25