1. Enjoy the incredible NC Fall Leaf color (not to mention the fall-blooming wildflowers). Some areas at mid elevation are predicted to be hitting peak this weekend. Take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway and you'll find abundant color somewhere along the way.
Get links for NC Leaf reports HERE.
2. 22nd Annual Leaf Looker's Gemboree Franklin is considered the Gem Capital of the World. This gem show offers fine jewelry, rough & cut gemstones, minerals, fossils and more. Fri & Sat 10am-6pm, Sun noon - 5pm at the Macon County Community Building. Get a link for this event and other Franklin NC events, lodging, map and information
3. Stecoah Valley Harvest Festival A wide variety of fall-themed events including an old-fashioned bonfire and a visit from Civil War era soldiers on patrol from their nearby camp; a 5K run and a "One Mile Fun Run", mountain music and dancing feet, hit and miss engines, antique tractors and the corn-grinding exhibit, local artists offer their handmade crafts and foods for sale and demonstrations. Vendors also offer BBQ, hot dogs, hamburgers, Indian tacos, ice cream and drinks. The Country Fair features competition and exhibits of jams, jellies, pies, cakes, quilts, needlework and much more. There's even flat foot dance instruction and bed turning of antique quilts. Get a link for this event and other Robbinsville NC events, lodging, map and information
4. Big Rigs Antique Truck Show Big rigs and antique trucks rumble into Cherokee October 14-16 for the 6th Annual Big Rigs and Antique Trucks Show, where truck enthusiasts of all types gather to show off their custom and original truck restorations, trade stories and ideas, compete for prizes and raise money for The Hope Chest for Women, which provides educational resources and limited financial assistance to women in Western North Carolina with breast and gynecologic cancer. Get a link for this event and other Cherokee NC events, lodging, map and information
5. 21st Annual Bryson City Chili Cookoff What's better than enjoying some chili on a crisp October Saturday? For $5 sample chili from some of the best cooks in the area in 3 categories: red, white and veggie. It's a festive event with entertainment, decorated booths and costumed cooks. Cast a vote for your favorite chili to win the People's Choice Award. Get a link for this event and other Bryson City NC events, lodging, map and information
6. 22nd Annual APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL Main Street. Live mountain music & dance, craft & demonstration booths, apples, cider, fresh fried pies and other apple delicacies. 10am-5pm. Get a link for this event and other Waynesville NC events, lodging, map and information
7. 33rd Annual Valle Country Fair The Valle Country Fair is an overgrown church bazaar set in the center of one of the most picturesque valleys in the North Carolina mountains at the peak of the fall color season. All monies raised go to fund High Country organizations which serve people in need. Enjoy 150 juried fine arts and crafts booths, fresh apple cider, and great local food and drinks. Get a link for this event and other Valle Crucis NC events, lodging, map and information
8. Fall Leaves Arts & Crafts Show One of the longest-running shows in the area, the Fall Leaves show is an indoor show with approximately 50 crafters, free parking, free admission, and food available. The show is located in the Haywood County Fairgrounds at 758 Crabtree Road, Waynesville, NC 28785 near Lake Junaluska. The Event is sponsored by The Blue Ridge Artists and Crafters Association, a local nonprofit crafters group located in Haywood County. Get a link for this event and other Waynesville NC events, lodging, map and information
9. The Wooly Worm Festival Named and revolving around the reverence for the legendary winter weather forecaster of the High Country, the Woolly Worm Festival is held on the grounds of the historic Banner Elk School. Events include woolly worm races, arts, crafts, food, music, and dance, this event provides loads of fun for the entire family. Get a link for this event and other Banner Elk NC events, lodging, map and information
10. 5th Annual Tryon Arts and Crafts Fall Festival The 4th year celebrating artists of the region. Explore and enjoy juried arts and crafts, craft demonstrations, live entertainment, food vendors and a children's craft corner. The festival is free and open to the public. Get a link for this event and other Tryon NC events, lodging, map and information
11. 2nd Annual Day in the Country at Green Creek Equestrian Park A family picnic and a day of equestrian fun in the country, beginning at 8 am. The equestrian community is invited to participate in this informal day of field trials. All ages and levels are welcome. There will be lots of prizes and surprises. Spectators also are welcome! Admission is $5 per car load. All proceeds benefit the Green Creek Equestrian Park. The event takes place in Columbus NC.
12. HardLox Jewish Food and Heritage Festival Great traditional Jewish food, Israeli dancing, crafts, a Kids Zone, klezmer music and lots more. Have your name written in Hebrew, discover the Torah, learn about Jewish holidays and festivals, and join in the singing and dancing. Every Jewish organization in the Asheville area will be represented with many providing interactive educational opportunities to learn about our people and our Jewish heritage and culture. Get a link for this event and other Asheville NC events, lodging, map and information
13. Classic Car Show Bring your car, truck, or motorcycle. Downtown Old Fort, 1-5 p.m.; free. Sponsored by Route 70 Cruisers. For more information, call 828-442-5135 or visit route70cruisers.com. Get a link for this event and other Old Fort NC events, lodging, map and information
14. Fodder Trot Trail Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch A 7-acre corn maze laid out in the design of the New River. With 4 different puzzles to solve within the maze, this is a family-fun adventure. Bring your flashlights and find your way through the maze in the dark! There is also a pumpkin patch on-site for pumpkin picking beginning in October. Hayrides, picnic areas, corn hole games, fire pits, a giant slide, concessions and much more are a part of the fun. Open Saturdays in Sept until 7PM, in Oct until 9PM. Open Sundays 2 PM to 6 PM. Get a link for this event and other Sparta NC events, lodging, map and information
15. Maggie Valley Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Show Maggie Valley's largest gathering of crafters for the year. Get a head start on your holiday shopping. Artisans from all over the Southeast will be in attendance. Live entertainment & great food. Get a link for this event and other Maggie Valley NC events, lodging, map and information
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