What to do this Weekend: NC Mountain Events Novmeber 4-6-2011

Nov 4   PISGAH FOREST   Nature Nuts   Turkeys -  Activities and topics that focus on specific wildlife species or related topics by incorporating an informational presentation with a children's book, craft project and  - read more...

Nov 4   TRYON   Kruger Brothers  at the Tryon Art Center  The Kruger Brothers are nothing short of magnificent, the classiest of acts as can be found on today’s bluegrass and acoustic scene. Their music defies description. Especially when one considers it’s made by a trio. The Krugers’ sound is  - read more...

Nov 4-6    CHEROKEE       Cruise the Smokies Fall Cherokee Rod Run   A combination of the most scenic drive in North Carolina and more than 800 of the nation's hottest looking classic cars. More than 3,000 car enthusiasts will turn out for the Southeast's premiere Rod Run - read more...

Nov 4-6   ASHEVILLE   65th Annual Asheville Antiques Fair   One of the oldest antiques fairs in the Southeast. Thirty-plus antique dealers from all over the country participate in the Fair. The Fair also host an "Heirloom Road Show" with expert evaluations of your  - read more...

Nov 4-6   BRYSON CITY    The Polar Express comes to life when the train departs Bryson City for a journey to the "North Pole". Read along with the magical story and meet Santa. Enjoy holiday caroling, hot cocoa and a special treat and  memento for the children. Daily departure times vary. Ticket price includes admission to the   - read more... .

Nov 4-13   ASHEVILLE   Asheville International Children's  Film Festival The AICFF is a family film festival with value affirming culturally diverse cinema. By using media as a tool to stimulate critical thinking, our goal is to promote intelligent dialogue through the introduction of inspiring stories, exhilarating adventures and pure cinematic joy. Festival events will include: An opening night gala, pancake breakfast - read more...

Nov 4 - Jan 1     ASHEVILLE   Christmas at Biltmore   Enjoy the magic of Christmas at Biltmore. America's largest home is decorated with dozens of Christmas trees, hundreds of wreaths, bows, and poinsettias; miles of evergreen garland; thousands of  - read more...

Nov 4   WAYNESVILLE   Art After Dark  Stroll downtown Waynesville's many galleries and art studios the first Friday of each month from May through December. Watch demonstrations and enjoy artist receptions, music and  - read more...

Nov 5   DILLSBORO    Western North Carolina Pottery Festival   A juried fall festival features the work of 42 clay artists, with sales and demonstrations of their craft throughout the day. Roughly half the potters hail from the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee, while the  - read more...

Nov 5   SYLVA   Fourth annual Chilly Fest   12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Bridge Park in historic downtown Sylva.  Live music and han crafted goods along with the Chili cooking competition. The event is open to the public - a $5.00 donation is suggested for those interested in - read more...

Nov 5   BRASSTOWN   Annual Blacksmith Auction  - held at the John C. Campbell Folk School from 2-5pm. Features some of the finest artist-blacksmith work as well as other  - read more...

Nov 5   WEST JEFFERSON   The Adam Growe Quiz Show   Win money right out of Adam Growe's pocket in a unique and uproarious stand-up comedy quiz show, where the audience will participate as contestants for cash prizes live on stage! For almost 20 years Adam has  - read more...

Nov 5   MARSHALL   Kruger Brothers Concert   The Arts Center's intimate setting is the perfect place to listen to amazing Kruger Brothers. The Kruger Brothers personify the spirit of exploration and innovation that forms the core of the American musical tradition. Their original music, composed by  - read more...


Nov 6   PISGAH FOREST   The Swank 65 Mountain Bike Journey    is mountain bike racing at its most primeval, far removed from civilization and polluted air. The race begins at 2500 feet, and consists of a triad of cloverleaf shaped loops winding around Gloucester Gap in Pisgah National Forest. Rolling over rugged mining roads, fun single track, and - read more...

Fontant Village Resort Fall Events and Updates

Fontana Village Resort - offers a range of accommodations: Lodge rooms and suites, cabins. RV & tent camping. Amenities include conference space, WIFI, 2 restaurants, lounge, General Store, gift shops, outfitters, pools, marina, massage and fitness center,  bike shop, horseback riding,  trails.  Check rates and availability

Oct 28-29   Hauntober Weekend -  Events and activities kids of all ages including haunted trail hikes, face painting, pumpkin carving, ghost tours and hayrides.

November 24-27   A Fontana Family Thanksgiving Celebration - An old fashioned celebration of family and friends. Entertainment and activities for the entire family. Click Here for the Holiday Events and Chef Ecklund's classic holiday menu.
Fontana Village Resort has announced additions to  their "Member Benefits" program including opportunities for:
-Bonus nights at the Lodge for 50% off the rack rate - some restrictions apply
-15% off marina craft rentals-50% off mountain bike rentals Sun - Thur, 15% on Fir-Sat
-Discounts for Massage and golf cart rentals
-Referral Bonus nights
-Discounts on local attractions
-Coupons for special events and meals
-Special events exclusive for Members

The Memberships are offered through RCI Global Point, a vacation club program, and requires the purchase of a membership and other restrictions.

Fontana Village Resort is located at 300 Woods Road in Fontana Dam NC - near Robbinsville NC.

15 Things to do this weekend in the Mountains

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

NC Leaf Season Event: Harvest Festival in Robbinsville

Oct 14 - 16  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. Saturday night Balsam Range performs on the grand old stage and on Sunday there is free gospel singing in the afternoon beginning at 2:30 pm featuring local groups.

Get a link for this event and other Robbinsville NC events, cabin rentals and visitor information.

NC Fall Leaf Season Events: Mountain Heritage Festivals this Week

Oct 8   BOONE   Boone Heritage Festival   An event celebrating  Appalcahian Heritage and Daniel Boone history. Hickory Ridge Living History Museum hosts for fun with the family, learning about history through 18^th century demonstrations, crafts, music, storytelling and dance.  Enjoy music jam sessions all day with both amateurs and professionals joining in.  The jam sessions are open to musicians, dancers and listeners alike.  You can even get a hands-on, mini music lesson in exchange for a small donation.  Cake walks, make-and-take crafts and a pumpkin carving contest.  Daniel Boone Native Gardens will be offering free, guided tours of the Gardens at 10am, noon and 2pm.  Explore the varied "rooms" of the Gardens, featuring a bog garden, fern garden, rhododendron grove, vine-covered arbor and others.

Oct  4 - 8   CHEROKEE   99th Annual Cherokee Indian Fair    Held at the Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds, the fair offers topnotch nightly musical entertainment, fireworks, a carnival midway full of rides and games, craft vendors, food vendors including some featuring traditional Cherokee food, and an exhibit hall displaying the Eastern Band enrolled members traditional and contemporary arts and crafts.

Oct  8  BREVARD   2nd Saturday Program at the Heritage Museum   The History of Transylvania -  The Historical Use of Culinary Herbs: Gail Comer

Oct  8   TODD   Annual Todd New River Festival   Multiple music performances, storytelling, bluegrass jams, puppet shows, athletic competitions and other recreational events for all to enjoy. Many bluegrass bands and over 30 vendors with a variety of arts and craft,  barbecue and great food. Admission is free. Parking and a shuttle ride to the festival are available for $5 at the field just off Railroad Grade Road from the Highway 194 entrance to Todd.

Oct  8   WHITTIER   Maple Leaf Festival   Featuring area artists and crafters, entertainment, food, and heritage and holiday exhibits, all found on the quaint and usually quiet Whittier Main Street.

Oct  8   CHEROKEE   Fall Harvest Festival   Artists from all over the Southeast will gather to demonstrate and sell their hand crafted works. Artists will include Cherokee stone carver, wood carvers, gourd artists, blacksmith, jewelry designers, Appalachian crafters and authors. Located at the Old Mill.

Get more NC Fall Leaf Season Events HERE