Nov. 28-Dec 30, 2025: On select evenings, Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a winter wonderland
Dec. 1, 2025-Jan. 6, 2026: Sugar Mountain has plenty of activities during the winter months to keep you active and
January 22-25, 2026: This four-day extravaganza promises a delightful blend of winter fun for all ages.
June 12-14, 2026: featuring a variety of jazz artists, from local, regional national and international stars.
The High Country has hundreds of miles of hiking trails to explore with varying lengths, terrain and difficulties.
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