Annual Events in the High Country 2026
2026 Annual Events!
High Country Jazz Festival
June 12-14, 2026: featuring a variety of jazz artists, from local, regional national and international stars.
The Blowing Rock Food & Wine Tour 2026
July 2, 2026: Enjoy an ultimate afternoon of indulgence
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.
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games 2026
July 9-12, 2026: Scottish Highland Games come to North Carolina’s High Country
Woolly Worm Festival 2026
Oct 17-18, 2026: Don’t Miss the Annual Woolly Worm Festival
Tweetsie Railroad Ghost Train 2025
Sept. 25-Oct. 31, 2026: Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a haunted attraction
Get Outside in Valle Crucis
Valle Crucis offers a haven for outdoor enthusiasts seeking tranquility and adventure.