Catherine Russell

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

Catherine Russell - Grammy Award-winning vocalist best known for her stunning vocal approach and interpretive works in blues and early jazz. A native New Yorker, born into musical royalty. Her father, the late Luis Russell...

$32 – $38

Adult Field Course: Exploring Grandfather Mountain’s Geologic Window

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

Join Anthony Love from Appalachian State University to learn about the geologic history captured within the rocks of Grandfather Mountain. Participants will be introduced to concepts of general geology, the shape of the land surface within the Grandfather region...

$60

Art in the Park

Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce 132 Park Ave, Blowing Rock NC, NC, United States

Art in the Park hosts some of the best local and regional artists! Craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry, pottery, fiber, glass, photography, painting and more in this juried show.

Free Entry

Dizzy Gillespie Big Band

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

The Dizzy Gillespie Big Band is the direct descendant of the impact of Dizzy Gillespie and the tradition lives on, nurtured by Gillespie alumnus, executive director and producer, bassist John Lee. Together they continue to delight audiences around the world with the enduring power and freshness of Dizzy Gillespie’s music.

$36 – $44

Concert in the Park: Alair Summer Concert Series

Memorial Park 1036 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC

Mark your calendars for the 2025 Alair Homes High Country Summer Concert Series! Hosted in Downtown Blowing Rock at Memorial Park, this year’s concert series is a food drive for @HungerHealthCoalition’s A Simple Gesture Program.

FREE

Helping Hands Concert Series presents: John Oates & Jim Lauderdale

Hayes Auditorium 191 Main St. W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

All artists are donating their time to raise money for Hurricane Helene victims in the greater Banner Elk area. The concerts are organized by the non-profit Elk River Helping Hands, with proceeds distributed directly to hurricane victims in Avery and Watauga counties.

Mile of Flowers: Garden Tour

Downtown Blowing Rock 132 Park Avenue, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Mark your calendars! Mile of Flowers will be taking place on June 27, 2025. Enjoy a guided tour of Blowing Rock's most prominent gardens.

$35

BRAHM: 2025 Tea Party & Summer Luncheon

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

BRAHM's annual Summer Luncheon will take place on Friday, June 27, 2025. Save the date! More information to follow. 

Heritage Day and Wood Kiln Opening

Bolick and Traditions Pottery (Studio) 4443 Bolick Rd, Lenoir, NC, United States

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. Wood-fired items are highly collectible!

free

Fireworks Extravaganza!

Tweetsie Railroad 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Celebrate July 4th with a day of family fun at Tweetsie Railroad, and the High Country’s most spectacular fireworks display. The park will remain open until 9:00 pm and fireworks begin at 9:30 pm.

4th of July Parade & Festival

Downtown Blowing Rock 132 Park Avenue, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

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