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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250815
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SUMMARY:Women's Beginner Backpack
DESCRIPTION:Disconnect from the business of daily life and settle into the presence\, peace and quiet of nature on a weekend trip that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and inspired. You will learn all you need to know – from water filtration to what not to wipe with- and be provided with all necessary gear to safely\, successfully\, and joyfully backpack. \nEach day will involve a 3-5 mile hike\, allowing plenty of time for breaks\, learning\, and leisurely time at camp to take in our natural environment. Gear and food are included – and don’t worry\, this is not your average trail food of peanut butter on tortillas and chicken-flavored ramen. Your guide\, Becca\, has been complimented on her trail kitchen skills\, and you will leave this weekend asking for recipes. Our max group size is 6. \nBecca is passionate about teaching women to embrace the outdoors and learn skills to empower them in a backcountry setting. She is trained as a Forest Therapy Guide\, an amateur naturalist\, and a friction fire builder. You can read more about her here. If you have questions about this trip\, you can email her at becca@thespeckledtrout.com. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/womens-beginner-backpack/
LOCATION:Speckled Trout Outfitters\, 916 Main St. Suite 100\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adventure,Educational,Featured,Girls Getaways,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors,Recreation/Outdoors,Summer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250903T120000
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SUMMARY:Down the Path: A Shared Journey of Horticulture Excess
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: The Roethlings marvel at orchids\, photo from VisitWinstonSalem.com \nToday we talk with two plant geeks that met in a garden. Both are now Directors of two prominent public gardens in North Carolina. Adrienne Roethling is the Director for Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden in Kernersville\, NC. Jon Roethling is the Director Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem\, NC. They tell their story and the stories of the amazing gardens they oversee. \nFree for Members and Garden Club Members; $8 General Admission \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/down-the-path/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/roethlingsandorchids.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250906T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250906T183000
DTSTAMP:20250826T143312Z
CREATED:20220826T142834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T143312Z
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SUMMARY:ASU Home Football Game
DESCRIPTION:Lindenwood vs. App State \nHome Opener \n 
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/asu-home-football-game-7/
LOCATION:Kidd Brewer Stadium\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607
CATEGORIES:MAIN CALENDAR,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20250807T140815Z
CREATED:20250807T140815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T140815Z
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SUMMARY:Antlers & Acorns: Darrell Scott with Ben Danaher
DESCRIPTION:Antlers & Acorns Boone Songwriters Festival presents \nDarrell Scott with Ben Danaher\nThursday\, September 11\, 2025 at 7 PM / Doors open at 6:15 PM\nStandard – $45 \nAll Ages (children under 17 admitted with parent/legal guardian)\nAll Seating is Reserved.\nSales tax and fees applied at checkout \nWebsite & Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/antlers-acorns-darrell-scott-with-ben-danaher/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250911T210000
DTSTAMP:20260720T161406Z
CREATED:20260720T155001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T161406Z
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SUMMARY:Grandfather by Night: Naturalist Program
DESCRIPTION:Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders\, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! \nThe evening starts atop Grandfather Mountain at the Mile High Swinging Bridge\, where participants can explore and observe sunset from this lofty vantage point. During this time\, park educators will be on hand to discuss the unique flora and crepuscular (active during twilight) fauna that call Grandfather home. \nIn-park transportation is provided. Each Grandfather by Night event is limited to 24 participants. Advance registration is required. Please note: This event is for individuals eight years of age and older. \nThis event is a Grandfather by Night: Naturalist Program. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/grandfather-by-night-adventurous-edition/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Educational,MAIN CALENDAR,Night Events,Recreation/Outdoors,Recreation/Outdoors,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20250807T141530Z
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SUMMARY:Antlers & Acorns: Ordinary Elephant
DESCRIPTION:Antlers & Acorns Boone Songwriters Festival presents \nOrdinary Elephant\nMesmerizing folk duo Ordinary Elephant has spent the better part of the last decade on a never-ending tour that’s earned married couple Crystal and Pete Damore widespread critical acclaim and made fans of luminaries like Tom Paxton and Mary Gauthier. In 2017\, the pair took home the International Folk Music Award for Artist of the Year on the strength of their breakout album\, Before I Go\, and two years later\, they returned with the similarly lauded Honest\, which the Associated Press hailed as “one of the best Americana albums of the year.” \nWebsite & Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/antlers-acorns-ordinary-elephant/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Music,Summer
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250912T210000
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SUMMARY:Antlers & Acorns: Mary Gauthier with Jess Klein
DESCRIPTION:Antlers & Acorns Boone Songwriters Festival presents \nMary Gauthier with Jess Klein\nBack for the third time to Antlers & Acorns\, Mary Gauthier is a Grammy-nominated American folk singer/songwriter and author whose dark atmospheres and tales of marginalized people draw on her early experiences with addiction and recovery and growing up gay in Southern Louisiana. \nTickets & Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/antlers-acorns-mary-gauthier-with-jess-klein/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250913T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T144447Z
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SUMMARY:Antlers & Acorns: John Moreland with Mando Saenz
DESCRIPTION:Antlers & Acorns Boone Songwriters Festival presents \nJohn Moreland with Mando Saenz\nJohn Moreland – After an impressive 2010s run of albums that earned him a devoted fanbase\, accolades from outlets like The New York Times\, Fresh Air\, and Pitchfork\, and a place in the upper echelon of modern Americana singer-songwriters\, John Moreland has already taken two unexpected turns this decade\, both of which highlight his fierce artistic independence. \nTickets & Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/antlers-acorns-john-moreland-with-mando-saenz/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Summer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250923T210000
DTSTAMP:20250519T183208Z
CREATED:20250519T140218Z
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SUMMARY:The Denim Ball
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!  \n\nTuesday\, September 23\, 2025 \n \n\n\n\n\nMark your calendar for The Denim Ball at Camp Yonahnoka at Linville Golf Club in North Carolina. Guest are invited to dine\, dance\, bid in silent and live auctions\, and enjoy the gorgeous mountain setting. The annual event benefits Moses H. Cone Memorial Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Please check back soon for ticket information. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/the-denim-ball/
CATEGORIES:Fall,Food,MAIN CALENDAR,Music,Non-profits & Fundraisers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20250924T185646Z
CREATED:20250924T185646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T185646Z
UID:10004621-1758967200-1758974400@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Parkway Service Project at Moses Cone Estate
DESCRIPTION:Image Credit: NPS volunteers clear Hurricane Helene storm damage from the Julian Price Campground. NPS volunteer B.Owens \nMoses Cone Estate -milepost 294 (Meet at the Manor House and work the Cone service road area near the Manor House) \nOn Saturday\, September 27\, the National Park Service invites park neighbors and visitors to participate in multiple service projects and a wide variety of programs to mark both National Public Lands Day as well as the one-year milestone of Hurricane Helene’s impacts to the Blue Ridge Parkway and surrounding region. National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the nation’s largest single-day volunteer event in support of public lands\, and with this year’s NPLD falling on Helene’s one-year mark\, events planned commemorate the park’s continued recovery and the region’s resiliency. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/blue-ridge-parkway-service-project-at-moses-cone-estate/
LOCATION:Flat Top Manor\, Milepost 294\, Blue Ridge Parkway\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Fall,Family,History and Heritage,MAIN CALENDAR,Moses Cone,Parkway
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251002T190000
DTSTAMP:20250925T154811Z
CREATED:20250925T154811Z
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SUMMARY:Pattern Mapping: Reception
DESCRIPTION:Head to BRAHM as they celebrate the exhibition\, Andrea Keys Connell: Pattern Mapping \nThe event will flow like this: \n5:30 pm – 6 pm Reception with a cash bar \n6pm – 6:20 pm Andrea Keys Connell will be in conversation with BRAHM’s curator of exhibitions and collections\, Ian Gabriel Wilson. \n6:20 – 7 pm The public is invited to explore the exhibition with the artist and BRAHM’s curator. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/pattern-mapping-reception/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T133000
DTSTAMP:20250411T190842Z
CREATED:20250411T190657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T190842Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Color Rambles
DESCRIPTION:From Oct. 4 through 12\, guests enjoy short\, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily\, weather permitting\, and are included in your admission ticket. The short excursions begin at 1 p.m. and typically last for 30 minutes. Rambles will start outside the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. \nGrandfather Mountain is home to myriad species of plants and hardwood trees that range from pumpkin-colored beech trees to blood-red sourwoods and rusty red oaks. During the daily rambles\, guests learn all about the mountain’s unique biodiversity and the science behind the changing of the leaves. \nParticipants can become familiar with tree identification\, as the mountain’s talented and knowledgeable educators and interpretive park guides venture out with guests to some of the most colorful destinations on the mountain. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/fall-color-rambles/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Educational,Fall,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251004T180000
DTSTAMP:20250826T173644Z
CREATED:20210528T182928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T173644Z
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SUMMARY:ASU Home Football Game
DESCRIPTION:App State Vs. Oregon State \nParking Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/asu-home-football-game/
LOCATION:Kidd Brewer Stadium\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Fall,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251011T170000
DTSTAMP:20250905T144512Z
CREATED:20250905T144418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T144512Z
UID:10004615-1760176800-1760202000@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:7th Annual Apple Butter Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saunders Old Country Store is excited to be hosting the 7th Annual Apple Butter Festival — a free\, family-friendly event happening on Saturday\, October 11th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at: \n3637 Blowing Rock Blvd\, Lenoir\, NC 28645 \nAdmission is completely FREE and the day will feature: \n\n5 live bluegrass bands\nFree giveaways\nActivities for all ages\nAnd the Smoke-n-Shine BBQ food truck on-site serving delicious food all day!\n\nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/apple-butter-festival/
LOCATION:Saunders Old Country Store\, 3637 Blowing Rock Blvd.\, Lenoir\, NC\, 28645\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Fall,Family,Food,History and Heritage,MAIN CALENDAR,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251012T170000
DTSTAMP:20250812T180444Z
CREATED:20230906T133200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T180444Z
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SUMMARY:Sugar Mountain Resort's Oktoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a two-day Oktoberfest from 10:00am until 5:00pm in the North Carolina Mountains. The festival features live Bavarian music\, German and American food & beverages\, a children’s fun center\, hay rides; local & regional craft fair\, lift-rides on the Summit Express chairlift\, a winter sports shop sale\, lodging specials and much\, much more. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/sugar-mountain-resorts-oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Sugar Mountain Ski Resort\, 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive\, Sugar Mountain\, NC\, 28604
CATEGORIES:Fall,Family,Girls Getaways,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20250826T174305Z
CREATED:20210528T182952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T174305Z
UID:10000577-1760792400-1760799600@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:ASU Home Football Game
DESCRIPTION:App State vs. Coastal Carolina \nParking Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/asu-home-football-game-2/
LOCATION:Kidd Brewer Stadium\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Fall,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20250925T172935Z
CREATED:20250925T172935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T172935Z
UID:10004627-1761217200-1761220800@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Conversations with the Curator: Arlee Mains
DESCRIPTION:Arlee Mains\, Spring Chores\, May-June 1996\, Acrylic on paper\, Promised Gift\, Collection of Marth & Terry Satterwhite\, 19.5 x 23.5 (framed). Photo: Josh White \nJoin BRAHM on Thursday October 23 at 11 am when curator Ian Gabriel Wilson will be in conversation with Pam McKay\, guest curator of the exhibition Arlee Mains: A Life in Watauga. We will learn about Arlee\, her relationship with Pam\, and what it is about Arlee’s paintings that still captivate us today. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/conversations-with-the-curator-arlee-mains/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,MAIN CALENDAR
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://blowingrock.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/springchores.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T153000
DTSTAMP:20250411T191608Z
CREATED:20240408T152137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T191608Z
UID:10002055-1761390000-1761406200@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Beary Scary Halloween
DESCRIPTION:Visit Grandfather Mountain for a day of nature programs about animals that some consider creepy and crawly! This fun-filled celebration includes an opportunity to trick-or-treat on the mountain and then watch special Halloween enrichments be given to the animals. Included with admission. \nPlus\, children in costume are admitted at half-price. Children coming in costume do not need to make advance admission ticket reservations online. The discount will be given at the Entrance Gate. Those planning to visit the park not in costume are strongly encouraged to make advance ticket reservations online at grandfather.com/tickets. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/beary-scary-halloween-at-grandfather-mountain-3/
LOCATION:Grandfather Mountain\, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway\, Linville\, NC\, 28646
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Educational,Fall,Family,Halloween,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251025T150000
DTSTAMP:20251007T173413Z
CREATED:20250922T150030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T173413Z
UID:10002846-1761393600-1761404400@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Pumpkin Carving (BYO Pumpkin)
DESCRIPTION:🎃✨ Pumpkin Carving Party at McCoy Minerals! ✨🎃 \nJoin them on October 25th for an afternoon of fall fun! 🍂\nAll you need to bring is your own pumpkin— and your creativity! They’ll provide the carving tools + cleanup. 🖤🕸️ \n🗓️ Date: October 25th\, Noon – 3 pm\n📍 Hosted by McCoy Minerals\n🎃 BYO Pumpkin • We’ll handle the mess! \nGrab your friends\, carve a masterpiece\, and celebrate spooky season together. 👻✨ \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/pumpkin-carving/
LOCATION:McCoy Minerals\, 537 Main St.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fall,Family,Featured,Halloween,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251030T190000
DTSTAMP:20250925T174018Z
CREATED:20250925T174018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T174018Z
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SUMMARY:A Hole in the World
DESCRIPTION:In a raw and inspiring reflection on grief–selected by Publishers Weekly as one of the best books of the year–a mourning sister processes her personal story of loss by exploring the history of bereavement customs. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/a-hole-in-the-world/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,MAIN CALENDAR
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ORGANIZER;CN="Firelight Book & Candle":MAILTO:lucy@firelightcandle.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251031T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251031T200000
DTSTAMP:20251029T150205Z
CREATED:20251029T150205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T150205Z
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SUMMARY:Boone Boo!
DESCRIPTION:Head over to Downtown Boone\, as the community and visitors are invited to stop by downtown merchants for a family-friendly trick-or-treating event. The central part of King Street will be closed to accommodate trick-or-treaters and to make room for some surprise guests and performances! \nSpooky music\, larger than life inflatables\, and of course plenty of Halloween costumes and treats will all be a part of the evening’s festivities. Plus\, the annual costume contest will take place on the street at 6pm. \nBe sure to stop by the Watauga Library between 4-5pm for Halloween crafts and goodies. Visit the Jones House for some additional silly and spooky fun\, head down to Howard Street for coffee\, popcorn\, and treats at The Hope Center\, and check out Boone First Baptist Church for their annual Trunk or Treat event. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/boone-boo/
LOCATION:Jones House\, 604 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607
CATEGORIES:Fall,Family,Halloween,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251106T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251106T183000
DTSTAMP:20250826T174558Z
CREATED:20210528T183045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T174558Z
UID:10000700-1762443000-1762453800@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:ASU Home Football Game
DESCRIPTION:App State vs. Georgia Southern \nParking Info
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/asu-home-football-game-3/
LOCATION:Kidd Brewer Stadium\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Fall,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251109T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20251021T183222Z
CREATED:20250929T190841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T183222Z
UID:10004629-1762696800-1762707600@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Cancer Community & Caregivers Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:Head to the Blowing Rock Conference Center on Saturday\, November 9\, from 2-5 pm for an event showing appreciation to those battling cancer and those who care for them. There will be free food\, live music\, a silent auction\, door prizes and more! This event is sponsored by the CRA or Cancer Resource Alliance of Watauga County. \nFor more information call 828-414-9889.
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/cancer-community-caregivers-appreciation-event/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Conference Center\, 1818 Goforth Rd.\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605
CATEGORIES:Fall,Family,Featured,Food,Non-profits & Fundraisers,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251113T190000
DTSTAMP:20251031T172132Z
CREATED:20251031T172132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T172132Z
UID:10004637-1763053200-1763060400@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:ARS POETICA III Reception
DESCRIPTION:George Pfeffer\, Touch\, 2024\, photo of original mushroom spore pattern printed on archival paper with pigment ink\, 15 in. x 14.5 in. Image courtesy of the artist. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHead to BRAHM to celebrate the artists and poets of ARS POETICA III exhibition! The reception will include an awards ceremony to announce the pairings chosen for the two Judges’ Choice Awards as well as the People’s Choice Award. Light refreshments will be available. \nFree and open to the public. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/ars-poetica-iii-reception/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251115T190000
DTSTAMP:20251031T173419Z
CREATED:20251031T173419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T173419Z
UID:10004638-1763226000-1763233200@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Patrick Dougherty: Pilgrimage Reception
DESCRIPTION:2015. Photo: Brianna Brough/Chapel Hill Magazine \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin BRAHM as they celebrate the exhibition\, Patrick Doughtery: Pilgrimage.  \nPatrick will be in the Gallery to answer questions about the work throughout his successful career\, and this premier exhibition at BRAHM. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/patrick-dougherty-pilgrimage-reception/
LOCATION:Blowing Rock Art & History Museum\, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Educational,Fall,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251122T160000
DTSTAMP:20251121T151453Z
CREATED:20251121T140030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T151453Z
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SUMMARY:Michael's Journey Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Nov. 22 – Jocelyn Lacey\, local author of Michael’s Journey from Caterpillar to Butterfly (and many other books) will be doing a signing event. She will be at the Incredible Toy Co. from 1-3pm. Jocelyn has partnered with WAMY Community Action and 20% of the proceeds of this book will go to Hurricane Helene Relief work. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/book-signing-at-the-incredible-toy-co-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Fall,Family,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251122T220000
DTSTAMP:20250826T175102Z
CREATED:20210528T183214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T175102Z
UID:10000725-1763838000-1763848800@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:ASU Home Football Game - Time TBD.
DESCRIPTION:App State vs. Marshall \nParking Info \n 
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/asu-home-football-game-5/
LOCATION:Kidd Brewer Stadium\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607
CATEGORIES:Attractions,Fall,Family,MAIN CALENDAR,Recreation/Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260125T220000
DTSTAMP:20251030T152816Z
CREATED:20251028T140030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T152816Z
UID:10001848-1764352800-1769378400@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Festival of Lights at Chetola
DESCRIPTION:Chetola Resort features a sparkling display of lights each winter season! The “Festival of Lights” is free and open to the public\, and you are invited to enjoy thousands of dazzling illuminations throughout the resort.  As you drive or stroll around Chetola Lake\, view glittering ice skaters\, “Rudolph” reeling in a big fish\, strolling carolers and many more captivating holiday scenes. The “Festival of Lights” opens to the public on Friday\, November 28\, 2025 and remains up through Blowing Rock WinterFest- till Sunday\, January 25\, 2026. The displays illuminate at dusk each evening.
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/festival-of-lights-at-chetola/
LOCATION:Chetola Resort\, 185 Chetola Lake Dr\, Blowing Rock\, NC\, 28605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Christmas,Family,Featured,HOLIDAYS,MAIN CALENDAR,Winter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251128T200000
DTSTAMP:20251105T200644Z
CREATED:20251105T200644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T200644Z
UID:10004639-1764356400-1764360000@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:The Barter Players: "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas"
DESCRIPTION:The Barter Players present this holiday family live theatrical production\, “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas”.\nIt’s Christmas time at the Cincinnati Zoo\, and everyone eagerly anticipates the birth of Bella\, the zoo’s first baby hippo. Seven-year-old Lois Jean\, the zookeeper’s daughter\, is especially excited—she’s counting on Bella to reunite her family in time for the holidays. Then the unexpected happens\, and only one person can prevent tragedy. Will Santa arrive in time to save Bella—and Christmas?\nA heartwarming musical adventure for the whole family. \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/the-barter-players-i-want-a-hippopotamus-for-christmas/
LOCATION:Appalachian Theatre of the High Country\, 559 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Christmas,Family,HOLIDAYS,MAIN CALENDAR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251129T140000
DTSTAMP:20251126T184140Z
CREATED:20250928T183211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T184140Z
UID:10000724-1764410400-1764424800@blowingrock.com
SUMMARY:Annual Thanksgiving Kiln Opening at Bolick & Traditions Pottery
DESCRIPTION:Always the Saturday after Thanksgiving! Bolick and Traditions Pottery will host their Annual Thanksgiving Wood Kiln Opening on Saturday November 2. The groundhog style wood kiln will be unloaded at 10am on Saturday morning. Guests are encourage to be present at that time to watch the items being taken from the kiln and then make their selection. Michael will have face jugs including his much-desired Santas\, Wizards\, and Clay Spirits. Lula and Glenn will do traditional face jugs\, swirl mugs\, vases\, and pitchers. Janet will have candlesticks\, Rebekah Pitchers\, and teapots.  We invite guest potters to be a part of our event as well.  We will serve smoked BBQ  for lunch. No alcohol allowed. The Sales Cabin will also be stocked with electric fired pottery and seasonal items like large flower pots\,  jack-o’-lanterns\, and snowmen. \nJanet (Lula’s daughter) is a 6th generation. Together\, with their husbands\, Glenn Bolick and Michael Calhoun\, they produce shapes that have been in their family for more than 190 years. Each potter also has their own designs and techniques. This event is held at the Bolick & Traditions Pottery studio\, about 4 miles south of their gallery shop on Main Street in Blowing Rock.  Directions: head south on Hwy 321 from Blowing Roc about 3 miles\, turn left on Blackberry Road\, go ½ mile then turn right on Bolick Road. (14 miles north of Lenoir\, turn right on Blackberry Road.) \nWebsite
URL:https://blowingrock.com/event/annual-thanksgiving-kiln-opening-at-bolick-traditions-pottery/
LOCATION:Traditions Pottery Studio\, 4443 Bolick Road\, Blowing Rock\, 28605
CATEGORIES:Arts,Christmas,Family,History and Heritage,HOLIDAYS,MAIN CALENDAR,Shopping,Winter
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