Forget the cold! Enjoy hilarious toasts, warm whisky, the skirl of bagpipes, and poetic haggis at Rural Hill’s Scottish Supper.

Ditch the socks! Get patriotic Cherry Cask Whisky at Blue Ridge Distilling Co. It’s the perfect spirited gift that helps veterans!

Go nuts! Kings Mountain boasts America’s largest nutcracker collection, dazzling lights, plus cozy charm and stunning winter mountain hikes.

Don’t miss it! Find real Christmas magic in Stokes County, NC’s tiny towns, featuring cozy lights, parades, and old-fashioned charm.

Kings Mountain delivers holiday magic: a festive parade, dazzling lights, train rides, hayrides, and family fun at Patriots Park.

Caswell County delivers festive fun! Enjoy a scenic Farm Tour, plus small-town Christmas celebrations in Milton and Yanceyville.

Beech Mountain, Eastern America’s highest town, offers frosty fun: skiing, tubing, free sledding, scenic hiking, and a holiday market.

Adventure awaits at Hidden Brook Sporting Club: shooting, hiking, and fishing. Then, eat, gather, and play at The Lost Wombat.

Escape the mall! Fairhaven, at the Carolina Renaissance Festival, offers unique holiday shopping from 140+ artisans in a magical, immersive experience.

Taste at 12 Yadkin Valley wineries and breweries this winter with a passport offering huge savings and local discounts through March 2026.

Win a restored 1939 Harley-Davidson in the 2025 raffle at Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC.

Shop local at Blue Octopus Antiques, a 52,000 sq ft hub with 100 vendors offering unique artisan gifts and vintage treasures.

Discover holiday joy in Mayodan. Its festive, hometown feel and charming local shops make finding the perfect unique gift easy.

Shop local in Stokes County this holiday. Find unique gifts and festive, small-town charm in King, Walnut Cove, and Danbury.

Experience canine skill and family fun at Huntersville’s Sheepdog Trials and Dog Festival, Nov 15-16, at Historic Rural Hill.

Eden, N.C. invites holiday visitors to eat, shop, and stay, offering diverse local dining, unique independent retailers, and festive memory-making.

Get into the patriotic spirit! Our cherry-finished DEFIANT Patriot Whisky arrives on Veteran’s Day. It’s rebelliously good for heroes.

Rev your engines! You could win a classic 1939 Harley Knucklehead. Score this gorgeous vintage ride in the museum’s raffle.

Have a-maze-ing fun at Rural Hill! Get lost in the corn, pick pumpkins, enjoy hayrides, and brave the spooky night maze.

Chase a kaleidoscope of fall color in Western NC’s mountains! Your feel-good foliage trip helps local communities rebuild beautifully.

Your ghost guide to North Carolina’s best Halloween haunts! Discover spooky festivals, scary theme parks, and frightful fun statewide.

Charlotte’s Whiskey, Wine & Fire festival on Oct 25th offers unlimited tastings, live-fire BBQ, and music at Ballantyne’s Backyard.

A spooktacular good time awaits at the Carolina Renaissance Festival’s Halloween bash, with tricks, treats, and zombies jousting!

Come hungry to the Wilkesboros! This foodie paradise offers everything from wood-fired pizzas and craft beer to upscale dining.

Grandfather Mountain is putting on its autumn coat! See weeks of vibrant, cascading colors starting from the top down.

Morganton is your basecamp for fall adventure! Hike stunning Linville Gorge, then sip your way through downtown’s social district.

Eat, stomp, and celebrate in Stokes County! Enjoy BBQ, bluegrass, farm fun, and free stew at three awesome festivals.

Don’t miss the party! North Carolina’s Great Trails State Day on Oct. 18th is your hall pass to play.

Get your ghoul on! Eden is packed with frightful festivals, treat streets, and spooky trunk-or-treats all October long.

Get lost in the Rural Hill Corn Maze! This fall festival features hayrides, a pumpkin patch, food trucks, and a spooky night maze.

Discover Burke County in North Carolina’s foothills, where you’ll find outdoor experiences that blend adventure and beauty, from hiking mountains to paddling glassy lakes.

Get the blues in Black Mountain, Sept. 26-28! This electrifying festival stars Eric Gales, Robert Randolph, and Nik West.

Eden’s Annual RiverFest, September 19-20, offers two days of live music, food, vendors, and fun for all ages.

Join the Bon Temps Paddle Battle on Wylie on August 16, 2025, for races, music, and fun. Proceeds benefit local non-profits.

Experience Granville County’s fall festivals: Hot Sauce Contest, Creedmoor Music Festival, Masonic Homecoming, and Granville LIVE! Food, music, and fun.

An elegant outdoor festival on September 13th with unlimited whiskey, wine, and fire-kissed BBQ at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

The Waldensian Festival celebrates Valdese’s history on August 8-9 with live music, vendors, rides, and cultural events.

Stay at charming cottages near Jones von Drehle Vineyards for an unforgettable Yadkin Valley wine and outdoor adventure.

Tacos ‘N Taps Festival in Charlotte on August 23rd offers unlimited tastings of beer/tequila, plus tacos and music.

The Stokes Stomp festival is moving to Historic Danbury on September 13, 2025, with music, vendors, and free shuttles.

Rock the Park in Mooresville on September 13 with Night Ranger and Jefferson Starship. Free music, food trucks, and fun!

Beer, Bourbon And Barbecue Festival in Twin City offers unlimited tastings of beer and bourbon, plus delicious BBQ and live music.

Touch-A-Truck on August 19th in Eden, N.C. offers hands-on vehicle exploration. Admission is a school supply donation for kids.

Escape to Beech Mountain for cool summer fun hiking, biking, festivals, and Blackberry Jam. Perfect family getaway!

Explore Burke County’s fall festivals: Waldensian Festival, Drexel Fair, and Historic Morganton Festival. Family fun, food, and music await!