Little Guatemala coffee shop and restaurant that the rich culture that has been hiding in Burke County for generations

Its that time of year again, when the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival once again fills Elkin Municipal Park

Things are starting to bloom in Burke County and now is the perfect time to visit!

With a rich history in cultivating craft brews, we have something for every craft beer enthusiast. 

In addition to the speakers there will be more than 20 exhibitors and vendors at the event including inflatable obstacle courses for kids.

The Yadkin Valley Winter Wine & Beer Passport serves up a season of tastings in North Carolina wine country.

Plan your weekend trip or day trip to Hickory to explore not only our outdoor adventures and culinary scene but we hope you will take a piece of Hickory home for the Holidays. 

Morganton features Pottery Studios, Hand-made Amish furniture, Specialty boutiques for men and women, and fun little shops you won’t find anyplace else.

The weekend of October 8 & 9 come out to Roaring River and Celebrate Oktoberfest in our German Pavilion. Music, games, brats & beer rule the day.

The Pisgah Loop through Pisgah National Forest and the Linville Gorge is one of those trips that will satisfy your adventurous spirit, take you to places you have never been and showcase the best of fall color.

With a family that works and drinks well together you are sure to find a place that feels like home and that is certainly true of the family owned and operated Warehouse Distillery.

Everyone can see the Linville Gorge from several vantage points on the eastern and western rims

Hart Square takes you back to a time where handcrafted and hard work was the way of life.

There are three big festivals coming up over the next two months that warrant a place on your calendar.

This year’s festival will have balloon rides, a car show, a bike show, a 5K race, a kid zone, food trucks and craft vendors, and entertainment every night.

This October marks the 37th Annual Festival where visitors walk amongst the village structures that have truly come to life. Tickets are on sale now for this truly one-of-a-kind festival. 

Cary Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is a two-day event… Friday, August 5th, 6pm – 10pm and Saturday, August 6th, 12pm – 6pm at Koka Booth Amphitheater. Enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass and Smoked Beasts!

Summer is in full swing and that means the heat has set in.  Escape the heat wave and cool off in Burke County! 

Cary’s favorite BBQ Festival is back and better than ever! The 15th Annual Cary Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is a two-day event

Burke County is the perfect destination for all sorts of water lovers, whether you are a thrill junkie, want a relaxing float or are looking to experience the water without getting wet.

Hickory offers scenic and peaceful outdoor amenities where you will experience nature’s warm embrace on the trails and a refreshing glimpse into what life is truly all about on the calm waters of Lake Hickory and the Catawba River.

Savor the flavors of North Carolina wine country at the annual Yadkin Valley Wine Festival.

Come spend some time in this Ööd mirrored house, which on three sides looks open to nature and on the outside blends in like a chameleon.

Your favorite North Carolina beer festival returns bringing you all your favorite breweries, an exciting music lineup that you’ve been waiting two years to hear.

Lake Hickory offers options for everyone. Along the 100+ miles of shoreline, you will find tons of fun coves perfect for fishing, paddling, and swimming.

Come see why Burke County is deemed “Nature’s Playground.”  Plan your visit today!

You will be in awe of the beauty of this course at Reeb Ranch in Hendersonville. You’ll run a ~3 mile trail loop continuously for 6 or 12 hours passing by a spectacular waterfall, mountain creeks and a run through the vintage event barn every lap.

Visit Chimney Rock from the point of view of the Last of the Mohicans as part of the 30th anniversary reunion weekend this May. Back in 1992, Chimney Rock was covered with actors, film crew, makeup artists and more, acting out some of the final scenes of the Last of the Mohicans, one of the biggest movies of that year.

Bevana is the new name for Community Brewing Ventures, the parent company of D9 Brewing, UpDog Kombucha, Bay Cannon Beer Company and our many other partners from across the beverage industry. Located in Newton, NC Bevana is a brewing experience which includes a look into their processes while enjoying the “fruits of their labor” in their open-air taproom which houses 32 taps. 

As you are gearing up for the Holiday’s and looking for those special gifts for loved ones don’t forget to shop local. Plan your weekend trip or day trip to Hickory to explore not only our outdoor adventures and culinary scene but we hope you will take a piece of Hickory home for the Holidays. 

Burke County is known for its magnificent leaf-peeping trolley tours, its world-renowned breweries, and Apple Orchards, but did you know that the best holiday shopping experience is here too!

Before shopping became about computer clicks and delivery trucks, shopping meant strolling down the sidewalk, peeking in windows and discussing with shopkeepers exactly what you’re looking to purchase. Shopping was an experience.

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