Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show- Saddlebred
2026-06-04 09:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Broyhill Equestrian Preserve, 1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605
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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Sustaining the Watauga Humane Society
2026-06-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
This installment of Willard’s Wonderings will focus on the Watauga Humane Society, Willard will be joined by Ashlee Yepez, Director of Shelter Operations, and Courtney Taylor, Director of Development. Their conversation will focus on the Watauga Humane Society’s no-kill mission, their work of caring for more than 1,700 animals each year, and the role the community plays in sustaining the organization.
Through stories of lifesaving work, they will explore what it truly takes to remain no-kill, including the time, training, resources, and community partnerships that make second chances possible. The presentation will also highlight community care programs such as spay/neuter services, vaccine clinics, and the pet food pantry, while sharing meaningful ways supporters can get involved through volunteering, fostering, attending events, and giving.
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Exploring Horizon Line: Icons of a New Eden
2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
In early-nineteenth century America, citizens of the young country began to seek out accurate depictions of places. They had a real sense of the specialness of their new country—its wide expanse and its seemingly limitless natural resources. As the century progressed, members of the Hudson River School, a loosely affiliated art movement based in New York City, began producing expressive, Romantic interpretations of the landscape.
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Nature Photography Weekend
2026-06-05 08:00 - 2026-06-07 15:00 | Grandfather Mountain, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, 28646
This popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers, hands-on field courses, a friendly contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery before and after regular business hours.
This revamped version of the popular weekend will include changes to better welcome all levels of photographers, making it more fun and engaging for all – while better connecting participants with the wonders and unique ecology of Grandfather Mountain. This year, more than ever, we hope to not only help participants learn about photography, but to also inspire them to preserve the natural world. Activities begin Friday evening and conclude Sunday midday.
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Buckets-N-Boards
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Buckets N Boards is a hilarious and high-energy show chock-full of amazing percussion, ridiculous songs, spectacular tap dancing, inventive instrumentation and an incredible variety of musical talents!
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Artful Yoga
2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Join BRAHM on your mat to explore elements of current works on exhibit as we move through an all levels yoga class. Meet in the community room with a slide show featuring different works each week. Classes will be led by Suzie Taylor, a recent graduate of the BRAHM docent program + certified yoga teacher. With over two decades of yoga training, Suzie is passionate about alignment both on + off our mats.
After each class, Suzie will provide a tour through the galleries and connect that class’s instruction with the art on view in the Museum’s galleries.
Bring your own mats. Registration is required for this class.
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Sit & Stitch
2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Image Credit: This image is created with the assistance of DALL-E generative AI, 2024
Bring your own supplies and projects to work on and workshop with the group! Bring friends or make new ones.
Ready to start a new project? Sit and Stitch will meet the first Saturday of every month.
Admission is free for everyone.
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BRAHM Annual Meeting with Special Guest Jennifer Dascal
2026-06-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
This year’s annual meeting will feature a special guest speaker, historian, curator, and ArtCurious podcast host Jennifer Dasal will discuss her new book The Club: Where American Women Artists Found Refuge in Belle Époque Paris.
This is a lively and engaging portrait of the American Girls’ Club, a transformative residence for American women artists from 1893 to 1914. At a time when educational opportunities were limited in the U.S., hundreds of ambitious American women crossed the Atlantic seeking formal training, independence, and community. The Club became a sanctuary—part salon, part dormitory, part incubator of radical creative lives.
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Artists in Residence: Lee Harper & Theresa Gloster
2026-06-08 10:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00 | Edgewood Cottage, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Come to Edgewood Cottage and see local artists work in person! Talk to them and learn more about their process. Purchase their art directly and support them and the Artists in Residence program!
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Animal Birthday Party!
2026-06-10 11:00 - 15:30 | Grandfather Mountain, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, 28646
Join Grandfather Mountain to celebrate the birthdays of our 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. Millie the Bear, the mountain’s mascot, will make special appearances throughout the day. Events begin at 11 a.m. and continue until 3:30 p.m. Join for one activity or all. Included with admission.
Also participate in our ongoing daily programs. See the full list.
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Summer Art Exhibition
2026-06-11 09:00 - 2026-06-12 18:00 | American Legion, 333 Wallingford Rd, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Martin House Gallery is excited to invite you to their Summer Art Exhibition. There will be art for sale, live music, live painting demos, and live-streamed painting demos. Stop by and purchase a piece for your collection.
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Native American Flutes Demonstration
2026-06-11 10:00 - 2026-06-13 16:00 | Moses Cone Manor, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Lee Entrekin will be demonstrating how to make Native American Flutes. This demonstration will be held on the front porch of the the Moses Cone Manor from 10am-4pm.
Visitors are encouraged to watch and ask questions while the demonstrators work and talk about their creative process!

Exploring Horizon Line: Southern Landscapes
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
This lecture will explore how Southern landscape painters captured the terrain of the American South. From the craggy ridgelines of Appalachia to the humid stillness of the Louisiana Swamp, artists rendered the region not merely as scenery, but as mythic space—charged with history, identity, and atmosphere. Special attention will be given to artists who frequently explored and sketched the wilds of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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This & That: The 5th annual High Country Jazz Fest
2026-06-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Join the High Country’s favorite Jazz artist, Todd Wright, as he gives us a sneak preview of this year’s festival headliners: El Arte del Bolero: Miguel Zenón & Luis Perdomo, Spyro Gyra, Wycliffe Gordon, and the Emmet Cohen Trio.
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Live Gem Cutting Demonstration
2026-06-12 11:00 - 14:00 | McCoy Minerals, 537 Main St., Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Head over to McCoy Minerals and see a rough stone cut into a brilliant gem! The demonstration will be from 11am-2pm and the gemstone will be raffled off to a lucky winner!
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Day Out With Thomas
2026-06-12 10:00 - 18:00 | Tweetsie Railroad, 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Day Out With Thomas: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll! tour is coming to Tweetsie Railroad
All aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time with Thomas the Tank Engine™ June 12-15 & 18-21.
This one-of-a-kind event features a special 20-minute train ride behind a talking Thomas the Tank Engine. Plus, enjoy live entertainment, interactive activities, and a full day of fun at North Carolina’s first theme park!
Day Out With Thomas Highlights:

Take a ride with Thomas the Tank Engine! Enjoy a 20-minute interactive train ride behind the world’s most famous blue engine.
Meet Sir Topham Hatt and pose for a memorable photo.
Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll! Explore the all-new ‘Music Corner’ featuring games, activities, and musical surprises.
Shop exclusive Thomas & Friends™ merchandise at our special event gift shop.
Capture the moment with themed photo opportunities.
Enjoy all of Tweetsie Railroad’s attractions, including live shows, classic amusement rides, panning for gold, and meeting the animals in Deer Park Zoo!

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High Country Jazz Fest: Spyro Gyra
2026-06-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Spyro Gyra – For over five decades, this legendary jazz fusion band has thrilled audiences worldwide with its unique blend of jazz, R&B, Latin, and pop. Known for their Grammy-nominated albums and the smash hit Morning Dance, Spyro Gyra delivers an unforgettable live experience filled with energy, creativity, and world-class musicianship. The HC Festival is delighted to host one of the most influential contemporary jazz groups of all time.
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11th Annual Ducky Regatta
2026-06-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Casting Bread Food Pantry & Cafe, 194 Aho Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
This free, family-friendly community event features the iconic rubber duck race, children’s activities, music, vendors, and more—bringing together families, local businesses, and supporters for a day of celebration and connection while raising critical support for Casting Bread’s food programs across the High Country.
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Art in the Park
2026-06-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce, 132 Park Ave, Blowing Rock NC, NC, 28605, United States
Presented by 4 Forty Four.
Blowing Rock Art in the Park celebrates six decades of shows! Enjoy fine art and handcrafts from award-winning and acclaimed artisans. Artists are jury-selected and each show features a different set of artists, curated to present a wide variety of mediums. Find gifts and works for personal collections, functional beauties like furniture and cutlery, and wearable art like handcrafted jewelry and textiles. Artists’ tents line Park Avenue right in downtown Blowing Rock.
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High Country Jazz Fest: Wycliffe Gordon
2026-06-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Musical ambassador and interpreter of “America’s” music, Wycliffe Gordon is one of the world’s most renowned and award-winning jazz trombonists touring today. His signature sound and mastery of the plunger mute have helped solidify his impressive musical career. Wycliffe tours as a soloist and regularly with his quintet headlining at legendary jazz venues and performing arts centers worldwide. In addition, Wycliffe has recorded or been featured on over 300 recordings, has composed and arranged hundreds of compositions, including the theme song for NPR’s “All Things Considered,” and is a very passionate, most sought-after educator.
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Alair Concert in the Park
2026-06-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Memorial Park, 1036 Main Street, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Alair Homes High Country Summer Concert Series! Hosted in Downtown Blowing Rock at Memorial Park, this year’s concert series benefits @HungerHealthCoalition’s A Simple Gesture Program.
From 1-3 PM, bring your family and friends to enjoy some great live music and to support the High Country community!
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High Country Jazz Fest: Emmet Cohen Trio
2026-06-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Emmet Cohen is a leading jazz pianist and composer, celebrated for his artistry and commitment to the traditions and future of jazz. A recognized prodigy who began piano at age three, Cohen blends technical mastery with deep musical expression. He leads the acclaimed Emmet Cohen Trio, performs worldwide, and created the popular livestream series Live From Emmet’s Place, which has reached millions online. Cohen champions intergenerational learning through his Masters Legacy Series, collaborating with jazz legends like Ron Carter and Benny Golson. His work spans performance, education, and innovation, making him one of the most influential voices in contemporary jazz.
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Artists in Residence: Deborah Sams & Skip Sickler
2026-06-15 10:00 - 2026-06-21 17:00 | Edgewood Cottage, 115 Ginny Stevens Ln., Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Come to Edgewood Cottage and see local artists work in person! Talk to them and learn more about their process. Purchase their art directly and support them and the Artists in Residence program!
Deborah Sams, Paint
Skip Sickler, Photography
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Live Pottery Demonstration
2026-06-16 10:00 - 2026-06-20 16:00 | Moses Cone Manor, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Local Lynn Jenkins will be demonstrating how to make pottery at Flat Top Manor. The demonstrations will be held on the front porch from 10am-4pm.
Feel free to ask the artist about their process!

Take-Up Weaving Community in Watauga County Project Roundtable
2026-06-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
In this program, you’ll hear from the artists who instructed and participated in the exhibition, learn about the process of implementing a federally funded project following a natural disaster, and the bonds that were formed in the process.
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Called to Response: Noan Partly explores Field Studies
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
BRAHM invites performers to respond to their exhibitions in a series named Called to Response. This month they welcome singer-songwriter Noan Partly to respond to Field Studies.
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Niko Moon Concert
2026-06-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Holmes Convocation Center, 111 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, 28607
Award-winning country-pop musician Niko Moon is bringing his triple-platinum talents to North Carolina to headline a June 18 concert at the Holmes Convocation Center.
This is currently the only scheduled North Carolina appearance in 2026 for Moon, a Texas-born singer and songwriter based in Nashville. He reached triple-platinum status with his hit “Good Time,” a song exemplifying the positive vibes that are a staple of his shows, and his latest album, American Palm, mixes colorful storytelling with spirit-lifting vibes.
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Cork & Canvas
2026-06-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Learn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere, inspired by Spring at Lake Sunapee, New Hampshire by Gustave Wiegand. Each participant goes home with a finished work of art. All materials, including canvases, acrylic paint, brushes, and aprons, are provided. A trained instructor will lead you step-by-step.
Wine, beer, and light snacks are complimentary.
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Father's Day Jazz Brunch at Daingerfield's
2026-06-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Daingerfield’s, 224 Westglow Cir., Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
What: Father’s Day Jazz Brunch at Daingerfield’s
When: June 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Daingerfield’s at Westglow Resort & Spa
285 Westglow Circle, Blowing Rock, NC
This event offers an elegant way to celebrate and honor Dad on his special day.
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Docent Focus Tour
2026-06-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Join one of BRAHM’s docents for a special kind of tour that narrows your field of view to one exhibition for an hour. Learn about the artists, the creation of works, and the inside story of the exhibit.
Spaces are limited, sign up early!
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