From Oct. 4 through 12, guests enjoy short, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily, weather permitting. The short excursions begin at 1 p.m. and typically last for 30 minutes. Rambles will start outside the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Included with admission.
Celebrate small-town life in the mountains at the 42nd Annual Mountain Glory Festival on October 11th, 2025. From 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM Visitors looking for original handicrafts will find plenty of shopping choices with three jam packed blocks, featuring over 150 craft, food, non-profit and sponsor booths of locally made arts and crafts; festival […]
The one-day street festival features local art, pottery, jewelry, live music, food vendors, and a petting zoo.
Experience the richness of local artistry at the Bi-Annual Grovewood Village Studio Tour. This free, self-guided event invites you to explore at your own pace—no tickets required. Step inside the working studios of our resident artists, gain insight into their creative process, and view their latest works. During the tour, you’ll also find a curated […]
From Oct. 4 through 12, guests enjoy short, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily, weather permitting. The short excursions begin at 1 p.m. and typically last for 30 minutes. Rambles will start outside the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Included with admission.
Join us every weekend for Music on the Terrace at Shelton Vineyards, featuring rotating live artists every Saturday and Sunday, paired with award-winning North Carolina wines and scenic vineyard views. Craig Vaughn
October is one of the best times of year to stargaze at Grandfather Mountain. The air is cool and clear, and the summer constellations are still very prominent, with some early winter sights making their appearance later in the evening. Our goal for this class is to create a familiarity with the night sky and […]
Experience the richness of local artistry at the Bi-Annual Grovewood Village Studio Tour. This free, self-guided event invites you to explore at your own pace—no tickets required. Step inside the working studios of our resident artists, gain insight into their creative process, and view their latest works. During the tour, you’ll also find a curated […]
From Oct. 4 through 12, guests enjoy short, guided nature walks that highlight Grandfather Mountain’s fall colors. The Fall Color Rambles take place daily, weather permitting. The short excursions begin at 1 p.m. and typically last for 30 minutes. Rambles will start outside the entrance of the Wilson Center for Nature Discovery. Included with admission.
Join us every weekend for Music on the Terrace at Shelton Vineyards, featuring rotating live artists every Saturday and Sunday, paired with award-winning North Carolina wines and scenic vineyard views. Fisher Freeman
