Upcoming Events
Exhibit: Alex Hallmark in Four Seasons at BRAHM
Exhibit: The Hard Edge & The Soft Line
Exhibit: Anna Buckner: And other Myths
Hawk Watch at Grandfather Mountain
Activities & News Blog
Trails We Took In June
2023 is the Year of the Trail in NC, and we’ve extended our trail experiences into June! This month we’ve visited a History Walk, Linville Falls, and Price Lake. As always, please remember to pack plenty of water and snacks, and to do some research before you set out on your hiking experience. Read along below, and see what we’ve been up to in June.
Best Walkable Town, Best Shopping & More
Readers of Blue Ridge Country Magazine have named Blowing Rock among their favorite towns, attractions, activities, and more in the 2023 Best of the Mountains reader poll. The town of Blowing Rock and some of its local attractions have been awarded with accolades in...
July 4th Celebration in Blowing Rock
Join the town of Blowing Rock for the best small-town Main Street parade you’ll find anywhere! Local families, musicians, organizations, and characters celebrate the holiday with a patriotic procession.
Spectator’s Guide to the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show
The Saddlebred Division is June 6-9, 2024 The Hunter/Jumper I Division is July 23-28, 2024 The Hunter/Jumper II Division is July 31-August 4, 2024 The Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show is the oldest continual outdoor horse show in the country, having persevered through...
Trails We Took In May
2023 is the Year of the Trail in NC, and we’ve extended our trail experiences into May! This month we’ve added a variety of trails so there is hopefully something for everyone. As always, please remember to pack plenty of water and snacks, and to do some research before you set out on your hiking experience. Read along below, and see what we’ve been up to in May.
Blue Ridge Parkway Campgrounds & More Open Memorial Day Weekend
National Park Service officials remind visitors to enjoy the view, and watch the road.May 23, 2023: Blue Ridge Parkway campgrounds, picnic areas, and visitor centers open with full services for the 2023 visitor season this weekend, and National Park Service managers...