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:: July ::
Saluda
Dates: 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th
Title: Carriage Ridges in Historic Downtown Saluda
Desc: Journey into the past with a horse drawn carriage ride in the quaint railroad town of historic Saluda. As you meander through the National Historic District town in the carriage, let your eye take in the detail of the well-preserved 19th and 20th century architecture.
(828) 749-3388
 
Dates: 4th
Title: 33rd Annual Columbus Fabulous Fourth
Desc: 33rd Annual Columbus Fabulous Fourth combined with 150 years celebration for Polk County. All-day food, fun, crafts, a historical pageant, along with entertainment and special fireworks in the evening.
Columbus, NC
828-894-8236
 
Dates: 9
Title: Coon Dog Day
Desc: Downtown (contests, crafts, live music, parade and a street dance) All day, 9:00AM- Midnight, Saluda, NC 828-749-2581
http://www.saluda.com/coondogday5k/
 
Dates: everyday
Title: Front Porch Coffee Bar Concert
Desc: Featuring TBA. Varied musical styles include acoustic, folk, blues, country, and jazz. Sit and relax in comfortable seating and enjoy the charming atmosphere of Saluda. Everyone is always welcome and there is no charge for musical events. 8am-5pm every day (closed Tuesdays) Friday 8am-10pm. , 828-749-3252
http://www.saluda.com/frontporchcoffee/
Asheville
Dates: 1st-3rd July
Title: Biltmore Estate Winery's Summerfest Weekend
Desc: Live music kicks off the Fourth of July weekend celebration in style. Complimentary wine programs, cooking demonstrations, barrel tastings, guided production tours and children’s activities round out the afternoons with fun for the whole family. , 800-543-2961
www.biltmore.com
 
Dates: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd 7pm-10pm July
Title: Shindig on the Green
Desc: Live music kicks off the Fourth of July weekend celebration in style. Complimentary wine programs, cooking demonstrations, barrel tastings, guided production tours and children’s activities round out the afternoons with fun for the whole family. , 828-258-6101
www.folkheritage.org/shindigonthegreen.htm
 
Dates: 4th July
Title: 4th of July Celebration
Desc: The region's largest 4th of July celebration featuring live entertainment, special children's activities, food, and a spectacular grand finale fireworks show. , 828-259-5800
www.ashevilleparks.org, visit@chimneyrockpark.com
 
Dates: 29th-31st July
Title: Bele Chere
Desc: The Southeast's biggest outdoor free festival features nine stages of great music, three food courts, children's area, and a full spectrum of the finest handmade arts and crafts in downtown Asheville. , 828-259-5800
www.belechere.com, parks@ashevillenc.gov
Brevard
Dates: 1st
Title: Opera to Concert Stage
Desc: Repertory Symphony Orchestra
T ransylvania Symphony Orchestra
Steven Smith, conductor
Thomas Joiner, conductor
http://www.brevardmusic.org/events/
 
Dates: 3rd-31st July
Title: Cradle of Forestry Songcatchers Music Series
Desc: Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy the colorful music of Appalachian heritage during this outdoor concert series held each Sunday in July. In case of rain, concert will be held indoors. Picnics are welcome or visit the Cradle Café for light snacks and drinks. 828-877-3130
cfaia@citcom.net
 
Dates: 11th
Title: Brevard Music Center presents Bach’s Lunch
Desc: Student Recital, Straus Auditorium at 4:30PM and Diaz Trio, Porter Center at Brevard College at 7:30PM 888-384-8682
www.brevardmusic.org
 
Dates: 15th- August 26th
Title: 2005 Invitational Show:
Desc: Three Artists, Three Visions, Mixed media paintings by South Carolina artists Jane Todd Butcher, Bobby Stitt and Carol Tinsley. 828-884-2787
 
Dates: 16th
Title: Train History Day
Desc: radle of Forestry-Pisgah National Forest, learn about the old logging trains of our region, a slide show at 1:00PM & 3:00PM, see the Cradle's 1915 Climax logging locomotive after each program. 828-877-3130
Canton
Dates: 2nd-3rd
Title: 20th Annual Freedom Festival Arts and Crafts Show
Description: Indoor show featuring all handmade items from over 50 local artists and craftsmen including wood, fabric, needlework, painting, candles, beadwork, basketry, pottery, floral, soaps, and more. Concessions available. Door prizes every hour. Free parking. 828-648-0500
showdirector@braca.org
 
Dates: 4th
Title: Independence Day Celebration
Description: Enjoy a parade, BBQ picnic, magic show, dancers, and mountain music, a children's play area, and fireworks after the Junaluska Singers Concert. $10 for the concert. 828-452-2881
lward@sejumc.org
 
Dates: 16th
Title: Canton Public Auction
Description: Antiques and collectibles plus estate items offered at auction. There is a preview on Friday from 12pm-7pm and on Saturday at 8am until start of the auction. Delivery available and major credit cards accepted. 828-648-7355
cantonauction@aol.com
 
Dates: 31st
Title: Folkmoot USA Closing Ceremony
Description: Join in this not to be forgotten candlelight ceremony as over 300 performers from 10 countries enthrall with lively dances accompanied by music on unique instruments. Now in its 22nd year. Adults $15-$25; children under 12 1/2 price. 828-452-2997
folkmoot@pobox.com
Chimney Rock
Dates: 13th-14th
Title: Hickory Nut Gorge Olympiad
Description: A two-day outdoor sports festival involving all kinds of fun events throughout the Gorge. The Park is hosting Speed Climbing on our 32-foot climbing tower and the Ultimate Scavenger Hunt. 828-625-3025
http://www.lakeluregolf.com/Olympiad/OlympiadMain.htm, info@lakeluregolf.com
 
Dates: 16th
Title: Family Nature Program: Native Plant Power
Description: Students will grow new ideas as they get hands-on and plant their own seed while visiting the Park’s Native Plant Nursery. Learn why Chimney Rock Park and the Hickory Nut Gorge are one of the most bio-diverse places in North Carolina. Everyone will take home a living piece of the Park to enjoy.
www.chimneyrockpark.com, visit@chimneyrockpark.com
 
Dates: 20th
Title: Dog Days of Summer
Description: We know how much you love your dog! That’s why we’ve decided to have a special day just for dogs (and their owners, of course). Do you look like your dog? Enter our look-a-like contest. Does your dog have a unique trick? Enter our best trick contest. But not too worry if your dog isn’t into contests, have a plaster print of your best friend’s paw made, watch demonstrations by rescue dogs, and generally "paw around" with other dogs. Don’t have a dog, that’s OK, we’ll have pets available for adoption too.
www.chimneyrockpark.com, visit@chimneyrockpark.com
 
Dates: 30th
Title: Kudzu Basket Making with Nancy Basket
Description: Learn how to use the notorious vine, split it, tame it and weave it into a free-form basket. You'll also learn how to dye and tie the vine into shapes. Instructor Nancy Basket shares her knowledge of Native American and Cherokee history. Price includes admission to the Park for a day, materials and instruction.
www.chimneyrockpark.com, visit@chimneyrockpark.com
Clyde
Dates: 19th-20th
Title: Fines Creek Bluegrass Jam
Desc: A down home event with bluegrass, country music, and square dancing at its best, as well as food and craft booths. 828-627-8647
Flat Rock
Dates: 3rd and 5th
Title: The World of Carl Sandburg, Carl Sandburg Home
Desc: a 1960 Broadway play written by Norman Corwin about Carl Sandburg’s life. 828-693-4178
 
Dates: 6th
Title: Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival
Desc: Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival presents the Swannanoa Chamber Players with Biava String Quartet, Blue Ridge Community College Patton Auditorium, 8:00PM, $16, Flat Rock, NC 828-890-4411
 
Dates: 6th- 23rd (july)
Title: Theatre: Beau Jest
Desc: Beau Jest pits Sarah, a nice Jewish girl, against her parents in a romantic comedy about relationships, parents and faith. Presented by the Flat Rock Playhouse. , 828-693-0731
www.flatrockplayhouse.org
 
Dates: July 24th- 11th
Title: Theatre: Fools
Desc: Neil Simon's acclaimed play places Leon Tolchinsky, an English teacher, in the midst of a small Russian town where the citizens live under a 200 year old curse of chronic stupidity. Leon must figure out how to break the curse before he falls under its spell. Presented by the Flat Rock Playhouse. ,
828-693-0731

www.flatrockplayhouse.org
 
Dates: 27th-August 21st (july)
Title: Theatre: Children of Eden
Desc: Freely based on the book of Genesis, Children of Eden is a heart-felt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children, and a joyous celebration of the family of man. Presented by the Flat Rock Playhouse. , 828-693-0731
www.flatrockplayhouse.org
Hendersonville
Dates: 4th july
Title: Fabulous Fourth Celebration
Desc: Jackson Park (games, music & fireworks) fireworks at dusk, Hendersonville, 828-697-4884
 
Dates: 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
Title: Music On Main Street concert series
Desc: Featuring the big band sounds of the Buddy K Band; 7:00PM-9:00PM, free, every Friday through August 26, Bring a Chair, No Pets or Alcoholic Beverages Allowed. 828-693-9708
 
Dates: 6th-7th
Title: Art On Main
Desc: 10:00AM-6:00PM, Sun. 11:00AM- 5:00PM, juried fine arts/fine crafts show. 828-697-9278
 
Dates: 11th, 18th, and 25th
Title: Street Dances
Desc: Visitors Information Center-201 S. Main Street, 7:00PM-9:00PM, every Monday Night through August 29, No Pets or Alcoholic Beverages Allowed, produced by Henderson County Travel & Tourism, Hendersonville, NC 800-828-4244 or 828-693-9708
 
Dates: 12th
Title: Lobster Feast & Auction
Desc: The Chariot, serving Maine Lobster with all the trimmings, silent auction and live music. 828-692-4744
Highlands
Dates: 1st-21st
Title: Jerry's Girls
Desc: A Musical Revue featuring all the best-loved songs of Broadway Legend, Jerry Herman, who wrote such hit shows as "Hello Dolly" , "Mame" , "Mack and Mabel" , and "La Cage au Faux." 828-526-2695
 
Dates: 4th
Title: 4th of July Celebration and Rotary BBQ
Desc: 828-526-5841
 
Dates: 10th-14th
Title: "Too Marvelous for Words"
Desc: A fully costumed, choreographed and orchestrated Caberet Musical Review built around the Golden Musical Era of the 30's, 40's and 50's. 828-526-2695
 
Dates: 18th-21st
Title: "Dearly Departed"
Desc: This hilarious, outrageous comedy is the play most requested for a revival by HCP audiences who saw it during the first season. 828-526-8084
 
Dates: 25th
Title: "Driving Miss Daisy"
Desc: This Off-Broadway smash hit was turned into an Academy Award Winnning Film that starred Jessica Tandy. 828-526-2695
Maggie Valley
Dates: 1st-3rd
Title: 38th Annual Mountaineer Antique Automobile Club Show
Desc: Antique and classic cars and trucks, car corral, flea market and street rods on display. All day event, except on Sunday when the show closes at 3pm. 828-926-1686
 
Dates: 4th
Title: Fireworks in the Valley
Desc: Enjoy a professional fireworks display above Eaglenest parking lot. There will be entertainment beforehand. Starts at "half after dark." 828-926-1686
cmaggie@maggievalley.org
 
Dates: 6th-7th
Title: People's Festival
Desc: Wing Cookoff, 2 Stages of Music, Juried Arts and Crafts, Kidz Zone, Classic Car Show, Much Much More!!! 828-627-1461
 
Dates: 9th and 10th
Title: Maggie Valley Summer Arts & Crafts Festival
Desc: The summer edition of one of the region's largets arts & crafts festivals brings together some of the finest artists in the Southeast, food vendors, live entertainment, and prizes.828-926-1686
 
Dates: 13th-14th
Title: Storm in the Mountains - Civil War Re-enactment
Desc: Two day live encampment by the Sons of Confederate Veterans 25th NC Regiment, featuring drills, period cooking, battle maneuvers, confederate rose fashion show, equipment display, and history museum. 828-926-1686
 
Dates: 22nd
Title: Folkmoot USA
Desc: Worldwide rhythms, timeless costumes make this opening of world - renowned folkdance. An event not to miss! More than 300 performers from 10 countries entertain, educate and enthrall. Adults $15-$25; children 12 and under 1/2 price. 828-452-2997
folkmoot@pobox.com
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Dates: 27th
Title: 27th Annual Maggie Valley Moonlight Race
Desc: 5k walk at 6:15, 1 mile fun run at 7:30, 8k race at 8:15, approximately 1,000 participants. Music, food, racer gear and souvenier t-shirts for sale. 800-624-4431
jared@maggievalley.org
Lake Lure
Dates: 26th-27th
Title: The Inspirations, The Primitive Quartet & The Wishons
Desc: Popular and award-nominated gospel groups. 336-838-6260
www.walkercenteronline.org
 
Dates: 28th
Title: Two-Hour Meteor Shower Cruise
Desc: A two-hour meteor shower cruise to observe the height of the SDA Aquarids Meteor Showers. Cruise Lake Lure at night and enjoy the quiet calmness of the lake and the beautiful nighttime views. 877-386-4255
Tryon
Dates: 6th-10th July
Title: Tryon Riding and Hunt Club Horse Show II
Desc: FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) 8:00AM-6:00PM approx., USEF ‘A’ rated hunter jumper horse show, free admission, Tryon, NC 800-438-3681
Waynesville
Dates: 4th
Title: Stars and Stripes Celebration
Desc: Celebrate this holiday with the downtown shops and restaurants. Live music and entertainment, sidewalk sales, refreshments and fun for all ages throughout the downtown. 828-456-3517
dwa@asap-com.com
 
Dates: 8th
Title: Mountain Street Dance
Desc: Put on your cloggin' and square dancin' shoes and enjoy an old-fashioned mountain hoedown with live music and dance teams! A family event that is a Waynesville tradition. 828-456-3517
dwa@asap-com.com
 
Dates: 8th-24th
Title: HART Theatre presents "Ragtime: The Musical"
Desc: A Haywood Arts Regional Theatre production of an epic Broadway musical about early-20th century America based on a book by E.L.Dockorow. 828-456-6322
 
Dates: 22nd
Title: Folkmoot USA Parade of Nations
Desc: Sponsored by Folkmoot USA, dancers and musicians from around the world parade down Main Street to the courthouse lawn for the opening ceremonies of NC's Official Folk Festival, Folkmoot USA. 828-456-3517
dwa@asap-com.com
 
 
:: August ::
Saluda
Dates: ----------
Title: nothing at this time
Desc: ----------
Asheville
Dates: 5th-7th August
Title: 23rd Annual Asheville Quilt Competition and Exhibit
Desc: This annual NC Arboretum event features more than 250 quilts from the U.S and worldwide. Enjoy demonstrations, Merchant’s Mall, and boutique with handmade items. , 828-665-2492
www.ncarboretum.org/
 
Dates: 13th, 20th, 27th Aug.
Title: Shindig on the Green
Desc: Live music kicks off the Fourth of July weekend celebration in style. Complimentary wine programs, cooking demonstrations, barrel tastings, guided production tours and children’s activities round out the afternoons with fun for the whole family.
www.folkheritage.org/shindigonthegreen.htm
 
Dates: 26th-28th Aug.
Title: Goombay! Festival
Desc: Goombay is an African-Caribbean festival, located in downtown Asheville, that lives up to its West African name, meaning rhythm or drum, with rhythmic sounds and colorful sights. Sponsored by the YMI Cultural Center. , 828-252-4614
www.ymicc.org/
Brevard
Dates: 6th
Title: Brevard Music Center
Desc: Brevard Music Center presents Parent’s Day . 888-384-8682
www.brevardmusic.org
 
Dates: 6th
Title: Smokey Bear's Birthday Party
Desc: Cradle of Forestry-Pisgah National Forest (games, music, puppets, birthday cake & Smoky Bear). 828-877-3130
 
Dates: 20th
Title: Pond Exploring
Desc: Cradle of Forestry-Pisgah National Forest, explore the Cradle's pond and find out who lives in this fascinating ecosystem. 828-877-3130
 
Dates: 26th- September 11th
Title: The Spitfire Grill
Desc: The Brevard Little Theatre wil perform "The spitfire Grill." In this delightful musical, a feisty parolee follows her dreams to a small wisconson town where she finds a job working in Hannah's Spitfire Grill. The grill is for sale but there are no takers in the depressed town, so the young parolee suggests a raffle which requires a $100 entry fee plus an essay on why you want the grill. Soon, entries come in by the wheelbarrow full, and things are definitely cookin' at the Spitfire Grill. Tickets are $12-$15. 828-884-2587
Canton
Dates: 20th
Title: Canton Public Auction
Description: Antiques and collectibles plus estate items offered at auction. There is a preview on Friday from 12pm-7pm and on Saturday at 8am until start of the auction. Delivery available and major credit cards accepted. 828-648-7355
cantonauction@aol.com
 
Dates: 26th-27th
Title: 16th Annual Cruso Community Quilt Show
Description: Featuring handmade quilts, new, old and wall hangings, made by the ladies of the community. 828-253-8111
info@cantonpapertown.com
Chimney Rock
Dates: 13th-14th
Title: Hickory Nut Gorge Olympiad
Description: A two-day outdoor sports festival involving all kinds of fun events throughout the Gorge. The Park is hosting Speed Climbing on our 32-foot climbing tower and the Ultimate Scavenger Hunt. 828-625-3025
http://www.lakeluregolf.com/Olympiad/OlympiadMain.htm, info@lakeluregolf.com
 
Dates: 20th
Title: Dog Days of Summer
Description: We know how much you love your dog! That’s why we’ve decided to have a special day just for dogs (and their owners, of course). Do you look like your dog? Enter our look-a-like contest. Does your dog have a unique trick? Enter our best trick contest. But not too worry if your dog isn’t into contests, have a plaster print of your best friend’s paw made, watch demonstrations by rescue dogs, and generally "paw around" with other dogs. Don’t have a dog, that’s OK, we’ll have pets available for adoption too.
www.chimneyrockpark.com, visit@chimneyrockpark.com
Clyde
Dates: 19th-20th
Title: Fines Creek Bluegrass Jam
Desc: A down home event with bluegrass, country music, and square dancing at its best, as well as food and craft booths. 828-627-8647
Flat Rock
Dates: 3rd and 5th
Title: The World of Carl Sandburg, Carl Sandburg Home
Desc: a 1960 Broadway play written by Norman Corwin about Carl Sandburg’s life. 828-693-4178
 
Dates: July 24th- 11th
Title: Theatre: Fools
Desc: Neil Simon's acclaimed play places Leon Tolchinsky, an English teacher, in the midst of a small Russian town where the citizens live under a 200 year old curse of chronic stupidity. Leon must figure out how to break the curse before he falls under its spell. Presented by the Flat Rock Playhouse. ,
828-693-0731

www.flatrockplayhouse.org
Hendersonville
Dates: 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
Title: Music On Main Street concert series
Desc: Featuring the big band sounds of the Buddy K Band; 7:00PM-9:00PM, free, every Friday through August 26, Bring a Chair, No Pets or Alcoholic Beverages Allowed. 828-693-9708
 
Dates: 6th-7th
Title: Art On Main
Desc: 10:00AM-6:00PM, Sun. 11:00AM- 5:00PM, juried fine arts/fine crafts show. 828-697-9278
 
Dates: 12th
Title: Lobster Feast & Auction
Desc: The Chariot, serving Maine Lobster with all the trimmings, silent auction and live music. 828-692-4744
Highlands
Dates: 1st-21st
Title: Jerry's Girls
Desc: A Musical Revue featuring all the best-loved songs of Broadway Legend, Jerry Herman, who wrote such hit shows as "Hello Dolly" , "Mame" , "Mack and Mabel" , and "La Cage au Faux." 828-526-2695
 
Dates: 18th-21st
Title: "Dearly Departed"
Desc: This hilarious, outrageous comedy is the play most requested for a revival by HCP audiences who saw it during the first season. 828-526-8084
 
Dates: 25th
Title: "Driving Miss Daisy"
Desc: This Off-Broadway smash hit was turned into an Academy Award Winnning Film that starred Jessica Tandy. 828-526-2695
Maggie Valley
Dates: 6th-7th
Title: People's Festival
Desc: Wing Cookoff, 2 Stages of Music, Juried Arts and Crafts, Kidz Zone, Classic Car Show, Much Much More!!! 828-627-1461
 
Dates: 13th-14th
Title: Storm in the Mountains - Civil War Re-enactment
Desc: Two day live encampment by the Sons of Confederate Veterans 25th NC Regiment, featuring drills, period cooking, battle maneuvers, confederate rose fashion show, equipment display, and history museum. 828-926-1686
 
Dates: 27th
Title: 27th Annual Maggie Valley Moonlight Race
Desc: 5k walk at 6:15, 1 mile fun run at 7:30, 8k race at 8:15, approximately 1,000 participants. Music, food, racer gear and souvenier t-shirts for sale. 800-624-4431
jared@maggievalley.org
Lake Lure
Dates: 12th-13th
Title: Hickory Nut Gorge Olympiad 2005
Desc: The events will be primarily at the Lake Lure Town Park & Beach, Chimney Rock Park, & the Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort. There will be team & individual competition in water sports & land sports. Some of the land sports will include sand volleyball, tots' field games, baseball throw, punt, pass & kick, 3x3 basketball, sand sculpture, 50-yard dash, orienteering, miniature golf, rock wall speed climb, nature scavenger hunt, & horseshoes. Special events will feature a 10K Run, a Triathlon, a Bike Tour, and a Fun Run. 1 (828) 625-3025
http://lakeluregolf.com/Olympiad/OlympiadMain.htm
 
Dates: 30th
Title: Greening Up the Mountains
Desc: A free community festival. 828-586-1577
jctta@nc-mountains.com
Tryon
Dates: 6th-7th
Title: FENCE Progressive Show Jumping
Desc: FENCE Progressive Show Jumping, FENCE (Foothills Equestrian Nature Center) Tryon, NC 828-859-9021
Waynesville
Dates: 21st
Title: Sunday Series
Desc: Variety of performing artists including; vovalists, instrumentalists, literary performances, quintets/quartets covering classical to modern era.
828-452-0593
info@haywoodarts.org
 
Dates: 26th- Sept. 4th
Title: Hart Theatre presents
Desc: Hit play about a real event-a 1923 camping trip with Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and Warren G Harding. 828-456-6322
hartthea@bellsouth.net
 
 
 
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