Press Releases
Blowing Rock TDA Begins Work on Tourism Management Plan; Public Input Needed
Like many mountain destination towns, Blowing Rock saw a very busy year during the pandemic as people sought outdoor escapes. The sudden growth in visitation prompted the board of the Blowing Rock Tourism Development Authority (TDA) to commission another in-depth...
2021 July 4th Parade
As the High Country looks forward to the return of summer events, one of the holiday mainstays is sure to be welcomed with excitement: The Blowing Rock 4th of July Parade. Blowing Rock’s Main Street is known for being a vibrant gathering place, especially for holiday...
Art in the Park is an Outdoor Gallery
Blowing Rock’s Art in the Park offers open-air gallery experiences for art-lovers, collectors, and craft enthusiasts each year. The six-show series, which is presented once a month from May through October, sets up downtown on Park Avenue. The show is adjacent to Main...
Symphony by the Lake at Chetola: Return of a Summer Tradition
Released May 11, 2021 Symphony by the Lake returns to Chetola Resort for a centerpiece event of the summer on Friday, July 23rd. The theme, Music from Around the World, will be reflected in the musical selections as well as the décor of some of the 20 patron tents...
41st Trout Derby Kicks Off Spring Recreation
Anglers of all ages and levels are invited to compete for cash and prizes at the 41st Blowing Rock Trout Derby! The Derby will take place in Blowing Rock on Saturday, April 3, from sunrise to 4:00pm. No entry fees or pre-registration are required. This event has...
Blowing Rock Winterfest: Socially Distanced Edition
Blowing Rock WinterFest was created to celebrate the the fun side of a chilly, sleepy season. As we all look for ways to enjoy the outdoors and find little things to celebrate in 2021, WinterFest invites everyone to do just that! Though the festival will look...
Christmas in the Park & Parade Cancelled for 2020
The Town of Blowing Rock has made the difficult decision to cancel Christmas in the Park, the Lighting of the Town Event, and Blowing Rock Christmas Parade for 2020. Through constant communication and collaboration with numerous local, regional and state agencies, the...
2020 Symphony by the Lake Cancelled
It is with great sadness that the Board of Directors of the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce has announced that the Chamber will not host Symphony by the Lake this year. The event typically held in July was moved to August 22nd in late spring. The Chamber was...
New Safety Measures at Art in the Park
On Saturday, July 18th the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce will host the first Art in the Park of the 2020 season. The Chamber is grateful for the leadership and guidance from AppHealthCare and NCDHHS regarding the COVID-19 response and this 58-year tradition. What...
No Spectators at this Year’s Horse Show
For the past 97 summers the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show and the Town of Blowing Rock have attracted horse lovers from across the nation to celebrate the connection between these regal animals and their human partners. The COVID-19 restrictions have placed severe...