Blowing Rock, NC

Rick Springfield
2026-07-23 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Over the past four decades, Rick Springfield has worn many hats as an entertainer and performer. The creator of some of the finest power-pop of the ’80s, a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter-musician who has sold 25 million albums and scored 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” “An Affair of the Heart,” “I’ve Done Everything for You,” “Love Somebody,” and “Human Touch.” He’s an accomplished actor who has starred opposite Meryl Streep in the feature film Ricki and the Flash, gave a chameleonic performance as the creepy Dr. Irving Pitlor in HBO’s prestige drama True Detective, earned great reviews for his portrayal of Lucifer on the CW hit Supernatural and most recently played the insane Pastor Charles on FX’s worldwide hit series American Horror Story. An author as well, both his candid 2010 memoir Late, Late at Night (which Rolling Stone named one of the 25 greatest rock memoirs of all time) and his 2014 comedic novel Magnificent Vibration earned rave reviews and spots on the New York Times Best Sellers’ list. In 2014, Springfield was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, located around the corner from the first apartment he lived in when he first arrived in the U.S. from Australia in 1971. Springfield’s Sirius-XM radio show, Working Class DJ, is a huge hit and airs weekly on ’80s on 8. His new album, Automatic, is his first album of all new original material in five years.
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Blowing Rock Tour of Homes
2026-07-24 09:00 - 16:00 | St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church, 140 Chestnut Drive, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605
Save the Date! Tour Blowing Rock’s most notable homes and gardens! Details TBA.
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Live Gem Cutting Demonstration
2026-07-24 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-14 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-11 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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Broom Making Demonstration
2026-07-24 10:00 - 16:00 | Moses Cone Manor, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Peter Werner will be demonstrating traditional Appalachian broom-tying, which is how he creates his whisks, cake testers, and large sweepers. 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!
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Chetola Resort Toast & Taste Festival
2026-07-24 16:00 - 22:00 | Chetola Resort, 185 Chetola Lake Dr, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Chetola Resort is excited to announce the inaugural Chetola Resort Toast & Taste Festival, a three-day culinary and beverage celebration taking place July 24th-26th, 2026. This immersive weekend features tastings, live music lakeside, a farmers market, and a limited-seat al fresco Chef’s Dinner available as an additional ticketed experience.

Tickets start at $65 for a single day.

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Art in the Park
2026-07-25 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-12 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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K-9s in Flight - Frisbee Dogs!
2026-07-25 11:00 - 17:00 | Tweetsie Railroad, 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Back by popular demand, the K9s In Flight® Frisbee Dog Show is one of Tweetsie’s most exciting (and heartwarming) special events. These incredible rescue dogs will wow you with big air tricks, fast-paced agility stunts, and crowd-pleasing entertainment.
Every dog in the show is a rescue who’s been given a second chance, and they’re now using their talents to entertain and inspire. The K9s In Flight team is passionate about animal rescue and adoption, and this show is a great way to support that mission while having a blast.
Bring your family, grab a seat, and get ready to enjoy the show.

Shows daily at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. in the Hacienda area.
Saturdays Only: Bonus show at 5:00 p.m.
Seating is first-come, first-served. Plan to arrive a few minutes early.

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Jon Pardi Concert
2026-07-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Kidd Brewer Stadium, 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, 28607
Multi-Platinum hitmaker Jon Pardi is coming to the Carolinas to celebrate the peak of summer in the High Country, as the “Mr. Saturday Night” star will headline a July 25 concert in Kidd Brewer Stadium. Known for selling out shows across the country, Pardi will bring his honky-tonk swagger to the home of the App State Mountaineers for the first time.
Six of Pardi’s 14 singles on the Billboard charts have reached No. 1, including “Head Over Boots,” “Dirt on My Boots,” “Heartache Medication” and “Last Night Lonely.”
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Artists in Residence: Dee Edelman & Jack Hamrick
2026-07-27 10:00 - 2026-08-02 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!
Dee Edelman, Potter
Jack Hamrick, Painter
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Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show Hunter/Jumper II
2026-07-28 09:00 - 2026-08-02 18:00 | Broyhill Equestrian Preserve, 1500 Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605
Competitors clear the course in several Classics and Jumper Divisions! Bring cash for entry and vendors!
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Full Moon Paddle on Price Lake
2026-07-29 20:30 - 23:00 | Price Lake Boat Rentals, 3636 Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Price Lake Boat Rentals will be offering canoes, double kayaks, and single kayaks for rent to enjoy paddling around Price Lake under the full moon! See Price Lake and the Blue Ridge Parkway in a whole new light. Registration is required ahead of time. Life jackets, paddles, and head lamps will be provided on site. Dogs are not allowed during Full Moon Paddles.
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Roots in the Garden Summer Concert Series
2026-07-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Daniel Boone Native Gardens, 651 Horn In The West Dr., Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Head over to Daniel Boone Native Garden for the free, family-friendly Roots in the Garden concert series! Concerts will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and will also feature visual artists.
Dates: May 28, June 18, July 2, July 30, Aug. 20
Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Picnics are welcome, and we will have food trucks as well. Please note, no dogs or glass containers in the Gardens.
All proceeds will support the Gardens’ mission to provide education to the public about native plants; conserve the plants in our collection; and encourage environmental stewardship through beautification, restoration, sustainability, and the conservation of natural resources.
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Framing the Mountains
2026-07-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Blowing Rock Art & History Museum, 159 Ginny Stevens Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Framing the Mountains: The Hudson River School Vision and the Blue Ridge Parkway
Dr. Houck Medford, Founder and CEO Emeritus of the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation will discuss how the Parkway evolved as a “ten league canvas painted with a comets tail” to become “America’s Favorite Journey.”
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Brass Transit
2026-07-30 19:30 - 22:00 | Appalachian Theatre of the High Country, 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Chicago Tribute Band – Brass Transit goes far beyond just replicating the songs; they embody the music. They recently produced their first (self-titled) album, taking songs by other top rock artists from the seventies and recording them with horns in the Chicago style. The result is a fresh approach to some of the greatest hits of the era.
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Introduction to Nature Journaling
2026-07-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Blue Ridge Conservancy, 416 Aho Rd., Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
In coordination with BRAHM’s exhibit “Field Studies,” we will be hosting a nature journaling workshop at the Blue Ridge Conservancy Conservation Campus at 416 Aho Road, Blowing Rock.
BRAHM Education Director Jennifer Garonzik will lead participants on a nature journaling exploration of the BRCCC streamside property. Participants will explore the local ecosystem plants and wildlife through observation, sketching in pencil, watercolor pencil, ink and wash on paper. Sketchbooks and art materials will be provided for this workshop. Bring a packed lunch to enjoy together from 12:00-1:00 in the BRCCC classroom.
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Grandfather by Night - Twilight Hike
2026-07-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Grandfather Mountain, 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, 28646
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!
The 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.
In-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.
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The Jayhawks
2026-08-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts, 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
Over the course of four decades and countless memorable live shows, country roots-rock band The Jayhawks have soared to heights few ever achieve while winning the hearts and minds of numerous critics, fans, and peers in the process. Since 2014, The Jayhawks have enjoyed a career resurgence, touring constantly and releasing three memorable albums — including Paging Mr. Proust, a true classic co-produced by Peter Buck (REM) — while collaborating with the likes of Ray Davies and Wesley Stace. In early 2025, the band announced that work had begun on their 12th studio album, slated to come out in 2026, which will be the 40th anniversary of the release of their first album. 2026 has officially been designated as “The Year of the Hawk.”
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Artists in Residence: Evenlight Eagles & Beth Sain Shuford
2026-08-03 10:00 - 2026-08-09 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!
Evenlight Eagles, Leather
Beth Sain Shuford, Stained Glass
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Riders in the Sky
2026-08-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Tweetsie Railroad, 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
For more than 40 years, The Riders In The Sky have been entertaining audiences of all ages, from the Grand Ole Opry to “Woody’s Roundup” in the movie “Toy Story 2.”, including two albums, both of which won GRAMMY Awards!
Children love this interactive musical show, parents enjoy the cowboy humor, and grandparents appreciate the nostalgic Western tunes. This is one of our most popular multi-generational events.

Two shows daily at 12:00 noon & 3:00 p.m. in the Hacienda area.
Seating is first-come, first-served
The band members will be available after the show to meet Guests and sign autographs.

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Artists in Residence: Fanjoy Labrenz, Lucas Hundley, and Crystal Hurt
2026-08-10 10:00 - 2026-08-16 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!
Fanjoy Labrenz, Photography, Video, Art
Lucas Hundley, Wood
Crystal Hurt, Watercolor
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Murder Mystery Weekend
2026-08-14 - 2026-08-16 | Meadowbrook Inn, 711 Main St, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605
Murder Mystery Weekend at Meadowbrook Inn (August 14-16, 2026)
Guests enjoy a two-night stay paired with a three-day interactive mystery experience where everyone becomes part of the story. The package includes meals, cocktail receptions, and the final mystery reveal on Sunday morning. Rates start at $499 per person.
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Alair Concert in the Park
2026-08-16 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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Artists in Residence: Marcia Molnar & Susan Harris
2026-08-17 10:00 - 2026-08-23 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!
Marcia Molnar, Photographer
Susan Harris, Potter
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Artists in Residence: Randi Robeson & Scott Ballard
2026-08-24 10:00 - 2026-08-30 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!
Randi Robeson, Paint
Scott Ballard, Paint
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Railroad Heritage Weekend
2026-08-29 10:00 - 18:00 | Tweetsie Railroad, 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, United States
Railroad Heritage Weekend is Tweetsie Railroad’s annual celebration of steam locomotive history and the heritage of the East Tennessee & Western North Carolina Railroad (ET& WNC). Join them for two days filled with hands-on train history and railroad heritage – perfect for families, train enthusiasts, and anyone who loves American railroads.
Step back in time during Railroad Heritage Weekend at Tweetsie Railroad!
This special event honors the East Tennessee & Western North Carolina Railroad—the origin of the famous “Tweetsie”—with a full weekend dedicated to railroad history.
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Artists in Residence: Wen Redmond & Beth Lyons
2026-08-31 10:00 - 2026-09-06 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!
Wen Redmond, Mixed Media
Beth Lyons, Paint
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