Family-friendly
Crab Feast at Mountain Cove Vineyard 5PM to 8PM. Annual Democratic Party event open to the public to meet campaigning politicians and share fellowship. Seafood in the summer in scenic Nelson County. Admission includes all food one can eat, beverages extra. Live music. Tickets available in advance and at the… Read More
April 4, 2021 @ 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Easter Brunch at Blue Mountain Brewery. 9:30AM to 2PM. We’re opening early with brunch specials available 9:30AM to 2PM. Regular menu also available starting at 11AM. 540-456-8020. Read More
Join us for an outdoor Easter Sunday Service at the Smithfield Pavilion. Father Wade Miller of St. Philip’s Anglican Church officiating. Free Admission, Donations Accepted for St. Philip’s. Read More
Saturday, July 4th, Park Open Until 9 pm, Fireworks at 9:30 pm Enjoy the most spectacular fireworks show in the High Country! It’s one of the most popular summer events in the mountains. Spend the day at Tweetsie Railroad. The Park is open from 9 am to 9 pm on… Read More
Join us this Spring for the annual North Carolina Trail Days Festival, a multi-day festival celebrating the great outdoors, the NC Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and our local trails with activities and adventures all weekend long! The festival kicks off Thursday, June 3rd, and runs through Saturday, June 6th. NC Trail… Read More
Join us at Smithfield to welcome the first day of our 2021 Visitor Season! Tour the Manor House, site and outbuildings and engage with our knowledgeable interpreters. While onsite, join us for Smithfield’s COVID-friendly, virtual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 3! Professional portraits by Whitescarver Photography with our Special… Read More
Annual Rockfish Valley Foundation Kite Festival at Spruce Creek Park. 11AM to 3PM. Animal exhibits, plants, trails to walk. Free admission. Read More
The familiar “Tweet, tweet!” of Tweetsie Railroad’s historic narrow-gauge steam locomotives will be heard throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains once again when Tweetsie opens its doors for the 2021 season. Read More
Volunteers are needed to help spread mulch and clear debris to get the Blue Ridge Music Center’s grounds ready for the season! This project would be great for individuals and groups. You will need to bring your own lunch and be prepared to wear a mask when working with others. Read More