Don't hibernate- celebrate! Join the entire village of Blowing Rock as we celebrate the fun side of winter! Lots of entertainment for all, from the icy Polar Bear Plunge to the Chili Challenge. Many events are free to attend, some are ticketed.
Join BRAHM for an fun and engaging event with exhibiting artist Anna Buckner & BRAHM Curator of Exhibitions & Collections, Ian Gabriel Wilson. This program will be one part cocktail party, one part artist talk, and one part gallery tour.
Head over to Martin House Gallery to elevate your WinterFest Experience with Live Music and Painting Demo by local artist Chris Bell! Step out of the cold and into some art!
Head over to Chetola Resort on Friday, January 24th, 2025 between 12-7pm and create your Gingerbread House Masterpiece! Kits are $25 a piece with extra supplies available for sale the day of the event.
Storie Street Grille and Sidecar Bar are pulling out all of the stops for WinterFest this year! On Friday, January 24 from 4-7 they will be serving Hot Chocolate and hot chocolate Bombs, have a WinterFest cocktail, the Sangria Toddy, have local artists selling their art, and have a wine sale!
Learn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere, inspired by Arthur Lismer’s “A Clear Winter." Each participant goes home with a finished work of art. All materials, including canvasses, acrylic paint, brushes, and aprons, are provided. A trained instructor will lead you step-by-step.
Free to attend, stores will be open late, venues will have local musicians, and bars will be serving specialty cocktails. Stroll around the picturesque Main Street of Blowing Rock and enjoy the festive atmosphere!
The Polar Bear Plunge takes place at Chetola Resort every year. The brave of heart dress up and plunge into the lake to support the charity of their choice. It is free entry to watch and costs $35.00 to plunge.
Learn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere, inspired by Arthur Lismer’s “A Clear Winter." Each participant goes home with a finished work of art. All materials, including canvasses, acrylic paint, brushes, and aprons, are provided. A trained instructor will lead you step-by-step.
Love gemstones and jewelry? Head over to McCoy Minerals and see a Facet Gemstone Cutting Demonstration. Enjoy perusing the beautiful gemstones and crystals.
This year the Rotary Chilly Chili Challenge is taking place at the Blowing Rock School Gym! Participating restaurants will be serving their special chili on Saturday, January 27th and donating a portion of the proceeds to local nonprofits!
During WinterFest MacHouse Designs will be offering an open house with cookies, hot chocolate, wine, cheese, and crackers! They'll also be offering 10% off. Enjoy searching for treasure in their store.
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