Annual Events in the High Country 2026
2026 Annual Events!
High Country Beer Fest 2026
Aug. 29, 2026: Raise a Glass to the High Country Beer Fest!
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Banner Elk
Celebrate the Star-Spangled Banner Elk Fourth of July!
Blowing Rock Plein Air Festival
Sept. 15-19, 2026: the Blowing Rock Plein Air Festival transforms the scenic High Country into a sprawling, open-air studio, inviting artists and art lovers alike to witness the magic of creation in real-time.
Cuisine in the High Country
Serving Up Mountain Scenery and Culinary Excellence Editorial By Arielle Patterson Adventure and exploration abound in the High Country. Whether you’re flying across the treetops on a zipline or hiking to the peak of Grandfather Mountain, you’re sure to have a new experience when you visit. Treat your taste buds to a new adventure by indulging […]
Year-Round High Country
Experience everything High Country has to offer through all the seasons Photos by Leslie Restivo Spring Eventually the temperatures warm, the snow clears and the mountainside becomes lush with greenery and wildflowers. Rhododendrons brighten up the mountainous landscape with their vibrant pink and purple blooms. Springtime is a perfect time for outdoor adventures in the […]
Valle Crucis: Rustic, Rural Charm and Rich History
Rustic, Rural Charm and Rich History
Banner Elk
Artsy Summers, Colorful Autumns & Snowy Winters
North Carolina’s Finest in the High Country
Experience the FINEST of North Carolina’s High Country from Silver Springs Farm Estates—a picturesque, gated community just one mile from the heart of Banner Elk. With only a limited number of homesites remaining, this is your chance to secure a ready-to-build lot in one of the area’s most desirable mountain settings. Relax in the gated […]
Meet the Mountaineers APPState
Appalachian State University, also known as App State, is a top-ranking public university located in downtown Boone
High Country’s Farmers Markets
Shop Local at Outdoor Markets
Boone: Recognized as an Ultimate Outdoor Adventure Destination in the Southeast
Recognized as an Ultimate Outdoor Adventure Destination in the Southeast
Sips and Trips of the High Country
Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries in North Carolina’s High Country Give You a Taste of Mountain Character
Blowing Rock: Crown of the Blue Ridge
Blowing Rock has been a tourist destination for more than 130 years.
High Country Hiking Trails
The High Country has hundreds of miles of hiking trails to explore with varying lengths, terrain and difficulties.