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Destinations off the beaten path

Why History Buffs Are Flocking to Kings Mountain This Fall!

Ditch the history books and grab your tricorn hat! Kings Mountain is bringing the American Revolution back to life with Liberty Mountain. Expect thrilling live theater, booming black-powder demos, and Loyalist reenactments. Come hungry for local bites and stay for the drama from September 19 to October 11!

Rides, Peaches, and Music: Inside Patrick County’s Packed Fall Lineup!

Visit Patrick County, Virginia, for a September packed with mountain festivals, agricultural traditions, and homegrown treats! Pack your bags for camping at Front Porch Fest 17, gospel harmonies, and fair rides. Loosen your belt for fresh Woolwine peaches and artisan bakery goods from local sunset markets today!

Cats, Knives, And Chaos: The Crazy New Addition Coming To The Ren Fest This Fall!

Head to Huntersville, North Carolina, for the 33rd Annual Carolina Renaissance Festival! Pack your bags for jousting tournaments, trained cat and rat stunt shows, and falconry displays. Loosen your belt for giant turkey legs, artisan treats, and medieval feats across eight weekends from October 3 through November 22 today!

Grammy Winners and Natural Wood Acoustics: Inside WNC’s Premier Blues Festival!

Head to downtown Black Mountain, North Carolina, for the 2026 Black Mountain Blues Experience! Pack your bags for intimate 200-seat indoor shows, rich natural wood acoustics, and world-class Grammy nominees. Loosen your belt for local craft brewery pints and mountain dining between front-row blues sets from September 25–27 today!

The Oink & Ale Festival is a great way to spend a Saturday night in Eden. There is something for everyone at this event, so be sure to come out and enjoy it.

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Beat the heat this summer with a trip to Beech Mountain, eastern America’s highest town. A full schedule of fun family-friendly activities, many of them free, awaits you here in North Carolina’s high country

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As unique as its history, King, NC, is the perfect small town for a day away to straighten that crown and refill your joy.

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Located in Durham and Oxford, North Carolina. Founded in 2018 and is the first female veteran-owned brewery in NC. Tobacco Wood Brewery is dedicated to creating a unique taproom and beer garden experience that is both educational and enjoyable.

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Whether you are looking for a couples retreat or fun for the entire family, Rockingham County, NC is perfectly positioned to provide big fun rolled into a small timeframe.

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Come and experience all the fun with Highland Dancing, Bagpipe Bands, Highland Athletics, a Giant Kid’s Zone, Scottish Merchants, Haggis, Celtic Rock and Traditional Performers.

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February is the season of LOVE for discovering why Stokes County is a perfect destination to celebrate or rekindle the love of your favorite things to do in North Carolina.

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Weekly Destinations to Enjoy