Drop Into Southern Distilling & Taste Traditional Cocktails To Tantalize
The state-of-the-art destination distillery at Southern Distilling Company has been a jewel in the crown of the Statesville region’s thriving craft beverage community since 2017, growing in popularity and gaining attention among locals and tourists alike. However, there are big changes on the horizon for this craft distillery. Owners, Pete…
A New Rooftop Experience In The NC Mountains
As the popularity of Hendersonville’s Main Street continues to attract a younger demographic, it was only a matter of time before this thriving Blue Ridge mountain getaway received its first rooftop experience. That time arrived Labor Day weekend as Shine restaurant debuted the city’s inaugural rooftop bar. The restaurant, which…
Fall in Love With Granville County Events
Summer is turning to fall which means one thing in Granville County…festivals and fun. The Granville Haunt Farm is open weekends and is sure to add some fright to your Halloween. The Chamber’s Fall Oyster Roast brings out the community. And the success of the Tobacco Wood Brewery has spawned…
Art & History Meet For Brunch At The Vermeer Bed & Breakfast
One of the best things about my job and life is that at any given moment, I can pack a bag and head out in any direction. The beauty here in N.C. is incredible and I love getting “lost” in my backyard… so to speak. This time, we headed towards…
North Carolina’s Big Pour!
Join us on September 14th for NC’s Big Pour. This first annual event is a unique Southeastern annual craft beverage festival located at Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC. This event will be celebrating the ever-growing popularity of the specialty craft beverage industry that focuses on beer, cider, coffee & honey….
Cavendish Brewing Company
Carolina Craft Beverage Trail Post Cavendish steps outside the box and brings with it quirky events and Old World Beers. Would you not call a Game of Thrones event called “Winter is Coming” or an evening of Where are the Supers a little quirky? The Cavendish Brewing Company is a…
Sample The Very Best Of Goldsboro’s Growing Brew And ‘Cues Scene
Goldsboro, NC has been developing a burgeoning BBQ and Craft Beer scene over the past few years, and it’s one that has steadily been drawing attention, and visitors. Adding to the delicious Eastern NC Style BBQ at the legendary landmark that is Grady’s, are some more experimental styles of BBQ…
There’s A Whole Lot Of Stompin’ Goin On In Stokes County
2019 marks the 45th continuous year of “Stokes Stomp Festival on the Dan”, the longest running North Carolina Arts and Music Festival held along the beautiful Dan River in Danbury. Stomp, the signature festival making the founding of local Stokes County Arts Council, is held each September on the second…
Gaston County Sets The Perfect Stage For The Red Bull Pump Track World Championship
The Red Bull Pump Track World Championship heads to back to the USA – this time its Gaston County, North Carolina – in what is set to make for an epic day of pump track racing with some of the best riders in MTB and BMX ready to give it…
Sometimes Smaller Is Better!
Tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains sits a tiny gem called Round Peak Vineyards. One of the first wineries in the Yadkin Valley, Round Peak Vineyards is a boutique winery focused on small lot winemaking and is charmingly individual. The current owners Ken Gulaian and wife Kari Heerdt…
Mayberry Days Are In Andy Griffith’s Hometown
The last week of September is a wonderful time to visit Mount Airy, the town that inspired Mayberry on The Andy Griffith Show. Mount Airy more than doubles in size as fans from far and wide come “home” to Mayberry. This year’s Mayberry Days celebration takes place Sept. 23-29 and…
Leaf Peeper Trolley Tours Of Burke County
September 2, 2022 Head to Morganton this autumn for a unique way to view fall foliage. Once again, the Burke County Tourism Development Authority offers fall color tours aboard the Ridgeline Trolley. The tours begin in downtown Morganton and showcase spectacular fall color by traveling into the Blue Ridge Mountains…
NC’s Newest Wine Country: Hendersonville’s Crest Of The Blue Ridge
The Blue Ridge Mountain town of Hendersonville is the latest North Carolina region to receive federal recognition of its vineyards and wineries. This past July, Crest of the Blue Ridge Henderson County became an American Viticultural Area, or AVA. Only regions that have distinctive soil, climate and elevation earn this…
Discover Festivals And Events That Are Unique And Uniquely Carolina
The Granville experience is an alternative. An alternative to what you have. A yin, to the everyday yang. Yet this alternative is not far away, but in your own back yard – steps away. It is not a location, but a place. A place where you can gather, relax, inhale/exhale,…
Paddle The Yadkin River Trail This Summer
Not far from the Piedmont of North Carolina is the foothills town of Elkin, which sits on the Yadkin River. Elkin’s location provides easy access to the Yadkin River Trail, an officially designed state blueway trail encompassing nearly 130 miles of the river. The river consists mostly of gently flowing…
User-Friendly State Trail Rings Lake James
One of the most user-friendly trail systems in the state is taking shape along the banks of Lake James in Western North Carolina. The Fonta Flora State Trail is under development by Burke County and will eventually encircle the picturesque lake located about 90 miles northwest of downtown Charlotte. About…
Grandfather Mountain Camera Clinic Returns, The Mountain Is Yours.
This August, amateur and professional photographers can visit Grandfather Mountain’s classroom in the clouds to hear presentations from top photojournalists and improve their skills. The annual Grandfather Mountain Camera Clinic returns Aug. 17-18, also allowing participants the rare opportunity to photograph the park outside of regular business hours, while providing…
From French Bread To Bocce
The Valdese LPDA – host of the Western Regional Bocce Tournament on August 10 – puts the finishing touches on its “old” new sign at 301 Laurel St SE in Valdese. Le Phare des Alpes (LPDA) was founded in 1909 by the Waldensian settlers as a mutual insurance cooperative. It…
38 Years Of The Morganton Festival
Join Morganton in celebrating 38 years of the Morganton Festival! The free festival features free music all day plus national country acts, Kid Zone fun with rides and games, and food for all ages, plus over a mile and a half of arts & craft vendors from all over the…
Carolina Craft Beverage Trail
Tobacco Wood Brewing Company I have been watching Tobacco Wood Brewing Company for nearly a year now. Not from a distance, but from my favorite perch in the taproom. The one directly in front of the big screen showing the what is on the 15 taps, all the beers are made…
Food, History, Or Jets Your Thing?
Goldsboro, NC, Has The Tour For You. Goldsboro, NC, has got a busy calendar for you this Fall! Visit Goldsboro, Travel, and Tourism for Goldsboro, is running a Fall program of tours throughout September and October with something for everyone on the schedule. Read on to find the tour for…
NC Apple Festival Celebrates The Fruits Of Hendersonville’s Labor
Each Labor Day weekend for more than 70 years, Hendersonville and Henderson County have celebrated their place as the top apple-producing region in North Carolina. This year will be no exception as the North Carolina Apple Festival takes over downtown Hendersonville for four days, Aug. 30 to Sept. 2. Festival-goers…
Music & Arts Festival On The Dan River In Stokes County
As summer makes its last hoorah, settle into a Stokes County state of mind to watch as the rural tree line fades into beautiful autumn shades. As temperatures turn cooler, grass of green below your feet will lead to airwaves filled with sounds of good ole time blue grass, folk,…
Enjoy This Uniquely Carolina Festival
Granville County is not like where you came from… we are “Uniquely Carolina”™ – a Carolina that melds the endearing heart of hometown living with (individual) space, and easy accessibility – a rare fusion that allows you to define “experience” and “gathering” on your terms…. and compels you to come…
Paddle Battle On Wylie
Join Anchored Soul for our 1st annual “Bon Temps Paddle Battle on Wylie” in Belmont, NC! Whether you’re a concert-goer, fun-seeker, or paddler, we have something for you. To start off the event there are 7, 3.5, & 1-mile paddle races plus a kids race which you can participate in…
Map Your Way To Outdoor Adventure In NC Wine Country
Surry County, in the heart of North Carolina’s Yadkin Valley, has always been a playground for outdoor adventure. Now, there’s a map guiding the way. The Surry County Four Rivers Outdoor Adventure Map – available both in print and online – highlights hiking, paddling, cycling and fishing options in a…
Carolina Craft Beverage Trail – Beer Lab by Ghostface Brewing
The Beer Lab was an idea created from our R&D (Research & Drinking) Events at our original location, where we would unleash 7 new beers at a time and experiment with exotic ingredients, fruit, and yeast. Limited by space constraints (storage, seating, taps) it was difficult to bring out new…
Sip, Nibble And Enjoy At This Cool Winery In The Foothills
Situated atop a knoll outside Morganton with gorgeous views of the South Mountains is Silver Fork Winery. Owners Jennifer Foulides and Ed Wisnieski left corporate America behind in 2013 to move south and create a place to sip, nibble and relax. Silver Fork Winery is just that place. The wines…
Fields 2 Fork
If being a better steward of our planet is important to you, here is a reward program that will (m)eat your standards. Tour De Pork is a summer showcase featuring restaurants committed to sourcing ethical meats and who, collectively, utilize all parts of the hog. Each pork part deserves a…
Open The Door To Summer Adventure In Hendersonville
Outdoor adventure abounds in the Blue Ridge Mountain town of Hendersonville, North Carolina. The town’s location — surrounded by hills and valleys covered in old-growth forests with rivers and streams flowing throughout — makes it an ideal destination to escape the indoor confines and reconnect with nature. The French Broad…
Observation Deck Of The Piedmont Triad Of North Carolina
Breathtaking views along scenic vistas at 2,579 feet in elevation can be found in the Piedmont of North Carolina along the Sauratown Mountain Range in Stokes County. Outdoor enthusiasts, in for a challenge, can achieve this elevation as they summit Moore’s Knob in Hanging Rock State Park. Hike the 4.3…
Looking For Fun, Free Activities This Summer?
Gaston County has a wealth of parks with countless activities for all ages to enjoy that are fun, affordable, and right around the corner. Gaston County Parks are much more than swings and picnic tables. Fourteen parks on the Park Hop Scavenger Hunt. Park Hop is a fun and…
Skull Campout!
This year we are celebrating the tenth anniversary of our first Skull Campout by offering two camping events – one on July 20th and another on September 7th. Come experience the vineyard under the stars! Our annual, signature event features camping in the vineyard, live music, dinner from the Skull…
Goldsboro, NC Has Got Your Summer Sorted
Summer is packed full of events in Goldsboro, NC, and whether you’re into music, the great outdoors, some alternative spooky ghost stories or just good old fashioned al fresco drinking and dining in the sun, Goldsboro has got your summer sorted. The annual Center Street Jams are back, and every…
Find Reevestock At Elkin’s Hidden Amphitheater
This relaxed, family-friendly festival features children’s activities during daylight hours, plenty of shade, and free nearby parking, with free shuttle service. Food options include BBQ, ribs, and chicken, along with vegetarian and vegan offerings. The local focus extends into the beverage offerings, with Angry Troll Brewing, Skull Camp Brewing and…
Historic Waldensian Festival, Now In Its 44th Year
On the second Saturday of each August, Valdese, North Carolina celebrates its heritage with the Waldensian Festival. Now in its 44th year, the festival will be held on August 9th and 10th. This annual event commemorates the return of the Waldenses from exile in Switzerland to their native valleys in…
Beech Mountain Resort Announces Lineup For 2019 Summer Concert Series
Music to feature Steep Canyon Rangers, Acoustic Syndicate, Galactic and moe. Beech Mountain Resort is excited to announce the 2019 Summer Concert Series presented by Appalachian Mountain Brewery. Happening in June, July and August, the Summer Concert Series 2019 will offer three outdoor shows featuring contemporary roots music greats the…
Carolina Craft Beverage Trail
Rivermen Brewing Company Our story started out on the creeks and rivers of the southeast. The four original partners of Rivermen Brewing Company met on various paddling trips and adventures, lots of beer was enjoyed and friendships formed. We all share a love of paddling, outdoor adventures and beer. Over…
State of Origin Festival Expands Reach, Yet Remains Local
The State of Origin Beer Festival in Morganton expands its reach this June while remaining true to its “drink local” philosophy. The sixth annual event takes place Saturday, June 8, on the square in downtown Morganton. In its first five years, the festival focused on breweries making beer from local…
Downtown Hendersonville Welcomes Colorful Characters To Main Street
Some of downtown Hendersonville’s most beloved residents return this spring. Twenty colorful bear statues take their places along Main Street for the annual Bearfootin’ Art Walk & Auction. The bears start as blank, white forms, and local artists decorate them with creative designs. The bears appear in May and stay…
Miss Angels Farm Second Annual Peach Festival
Spend Saturday June 29, 9am– 6pm, and Sunday June 30, 12–6pm on a Peach Orchard. Homemade Peach Ice Cream, Homemade Peach XXX Ice Cream, Peach Zonker, Peach Pies, Peach Turnovers, Fresh Breads, Peach Jam, baked goods and of course Peaches are available for picking and purchase. Local music, live bands,…
Fireworks Explode On The Border!
The 2019 Fireworks Friday Night will be held on June 28, 2019 in conjunction with Family Friday Nights Summer Concert Series. Each year the Town of Valdese celebrates Independence Day by holding an impressive fireworks display on the football field behind the Old Rock School. Regarded as one of the…
Must-Stop Spots Along The South Fork River Blueway
Not as well known and heavily traveled as the Catawba River, the South Fork River is an under-the-radar destination that you’ll want to keep all to yourself. Paddling the narrow South Fork River Blueway from Spencer Mountain to Cramerton is just the right amount of Class I-II whitewater to get…
Pedal Mountainous Terrain And Zip Through Tree Tops In Stokes
Beat the heat this summer, feel the mountain breeze rushes past you on a zip line or mountain bike adventure in the great outdoors of Stokes County, North Carolina. Take to Hanging Rock State Park trails on two wheels along single track, rock ledge berms, fast flows, stream crossings, and…
Plan A Romantic Mountain Escape With Banner Elk’s Theater Packages
Surprise that special person in your life with a romantic mountain escape this summer. The resort town of Banner Elk is home to easy-to-use theater packages that include one night of lodging, a pair of tickets to an Ensemble Stage performance, breakfast and discount dining coupons for the popular Banner…
Blueways To Bluegrass, Splash Into The Dan River In Stokes
With summer weather on the horizon, now is the perfect time to plan your escape to the mountains and waterways of Stokes County, NC!
Get Wet in Nature’s Playground
The water doesn’t get any cleaner than crystal clear mountain streams whose source is a federally protected wilderness area. No development of any kind is allowed in the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area near Morganton in Burke County. Lake James is primarily fed from the Linville River which comes straight out…
Surry County: Four Rivers Run Through It
The new Surry County Four Rivers Map provides locations for all paddling access points in the county, as well as stream details and parking info for each access point.
Banner Elk Art Show Is The Perfect Getaway This Month
The cool mountains of Banner Elk provide an ideal backdrop for the Art on the Green show this Memorial Day weekend.
Blaze A Trail To Elkin For The NC Trail Days Festival
The inaugural North Carolina Trail Days Festival takes place May 31-June 2 in Elkin and combines the area’s abundance of trails with a fun schedule of events.