11 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in North Carolina!

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Linville Caverns, Marion, NC

At the edge of the High Country region of Western North Carolina lies the entrance to Linville Caverns, the state’s only show cavern, which means it’s safe to be explored by unexperienced… Read More

The 9 Best Museums in North Carolina!

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Mountain Gateway Museum, Old Fort, NC

As part of the Division of State History Museums in the Office of Archives of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, the Mountain Gateway Museum provides public access to… Read More

9 Best Live Theater Venues in North Carolina!

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Hickory Community Theatre, Hickory, NC

With the first performance on stage happening in 1949, the Hickory Community Theatre is a historical piece of the town and continues to produce brilliant performances today. With the help of amazing… Read More

The 9 Best Hotels and Resorts for Families in North Carolina!

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Chetola Resort, Blowing Rock, NC

Chetola Resort of Blowing Rock, in the mountains, gives a beautiful getaway for families to enjoy. Sleep in the Chetola Lodge, Chetola Condominiums, or the Bob Timberlake Inn of the resort for a cozy… Read More

10 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in North Carolina!

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Westglow Resort & Spa, Blowing Rock, NC

Westglow Resort and Spa, located at 224 Westglow Circle, is an adorable, gorgeous resort with plenty to do. The location gives you a full view of the incredible Blue Ridge Mountains. The small town… Read More

10 Best Craft Fairs in North Carolina!

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Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair, Burnsville, NC

Featuring over 200 vendors and performers, the Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair is a two-day event held each August for over 60 years! Thousands of attendees gather for this popular summer craft fair… Read More

9 Best Dance Clubs and Venues in North Carolina!

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Wayneo’s Silver Bullet, Hickory, NC

Known as one of the best places to eat, dance, and shoot pool in Hickory, Wayneo’s Silver Bullet is an all-around awesome place with awesome people! Everyone here makes you feel welcome, and… Read More

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Arts and Entertainment Events

Oceanic

Thursday, Apr 24, 2025 at 8:00pm

Lily’s Snack Bar

Boone, NC

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Oceanic

Foothills Pops: What's Goin' On: Music of Disco and Motown

Saturday, Apr 26, 2025 at 7:30pm

Western Piedmont Symphony

J E Broyhill Civic Center

Lenoir, NC

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Zerbini Family Circus In Caldwell County Fairgrounds

Monday, Apr 28, 2025 at 6:00pm

Caldwell County Fairgrounds

Lenoir, NC

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Zerbini Family Circus In Caldwell County Fairgrounds

North Carolina Butterfly Festival

Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 9:00am to 4:00pm

North Carolina Butterfly Festival

Town of Hudson

Hudson, NC

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North Carolina Butterfly Festival

Buffalo Nichols

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 7:00pm

Downtown West Jefferson

West Jefferson, NC

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Buffalo Nichols

Art on the Green

Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Art on the Green

Historic Banner Elk Elementary School

Banner Elk, NC

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Art on the Green

Art on the Green

Sunday, May 25, 2025 from 10:00am to 5:00pm

Art on the Green

Historic Banner Elk Elementary School

Banner Elk, NC

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Art on the Green

Spring Vendor Festival

Sunday, May 25, 2025 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm

Spring Vendor Festival

Old Barn Winery and Vineyards

West Jefferson, NC

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Spring Vendor Festival

lighthearted

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:30pm

Booneshine Brewing Company

Boone, NC

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lighthearted

Jimmy Fortune and Darin and Brooke Aldridge

Friday, Jun 6, 2025 at 7:00pm

Hayes Auditorium

Banner Elk, NC

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Jimmy Fortune and Darin and Brooke Aldridge

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives

Friday, Jun 6, 2025 at 7:30pm

Appalachian Theatre

Boone, NC

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Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives

The Red Clay Strays w/ Devon Gilfillian

Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 at 7:00pm

Beech Mountain Resort

Beech Mountain, NC

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The Red Clay Strays w/ Devon Gilfillian

John Oates and Jim Lauderdale

Friday, Jun 20, 2025 at 7:00pm

Hayes Auditorium

Banner Elk, NC

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John Oates and Jim Lauderdale

Joan Osborne and Lisa Loeb

Friday, Jul 11, 2025 at 7:30pm

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts

Boone, NC

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Joan Osborne and Lisa Loeb

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit and Grace Bowers

Friday, Jul 18, 2025 at 7:00pm

Beech Mountain Resort

Beech Mountain, NC

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Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit and Grace Bowers

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