Grandfather Presents: Dr. Margaret Lowman Ph.D., aka CanopyMeg

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

One of the world’s first arbornauts, CanopyMeg devoted over four decades to exploring forest canopies. Her research and exploration have taken her to more than 40 countries, where she not only tirelessly saves forests but also mentors girls.

$25 – $60

Blue Ridge Conservancy 5K

Bistro Roca 143 Wonderland Trail, Blowing Rock, NC

Enjoy the scenic views of the Blue Ridge as you challenge yourself with a climb up Wonderland Trail Road along side other Blue Ridge Conservancy supporters.  Run the 3.1 miles as fast as you can knowing that sticky buns, coffee, and even beer await as you cross the finish line.

Fiber Adornments Demo at Moses Cone Manor

Moses Cone Manor Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Hat-maker Julia Gaunt will be demonstrating how she adorns her hats with flowers made from wool and ribbon. She will also demonstrate some free motion sewing techniques for writing, drawing, and coloring with thread onto fabric!

Free

Book Signing at The Incredible Toy Co.

Saturday Sept 28th - Bucleigh Kernodle, author of I'd Love You Even if you Were a Pickle (and many other books) will be doing a signing event.

Free

ASU Home Football Game

Kidd Brewer Stadium 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC

App State Vs. Liberty

TEMPORARILY CLOSED – Fall Color Ramble at Grandfather Mountain

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC

From October 5 through 13, 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.

Mystery Hill – Community Spirit Pass

Mystery Hill 129 Mystery Hill Lane, Blowing Rock, NC

Local residents can head over to Mystery Hill for a FREE ticket to lift the spirits. It includes the Anomaly Tour, Hall of Mystery, Bubblerama, Native American Artifact Museum, 1903 Dougherty House Museum, & Bull Ride Challenge.

Free Entry

CANCELLED – Sugar Mountain Resort’s Oktoberfest

Sugar Mountain Ski Resort 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive, Sugar Mountain, NC

Enjoy a two-day Oktoberfest from 10:00am until 5:00pm in the North Carolina Mountains. The festival features live Bavarian music by the Harbour Towne Fest band, 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.

Fall From Grace at Lantern Farm

Lantern Farm Doe Meadows Dr., West Jefferson, NC, United States

Fall From Grace reveals the story of a young girl whose parents have mysteriously disappeared on All Hallows Eve in 1845. The family land has a cursed and ominous history that dates back centuries.

$22