Welcome to WinterFest in Blowing Rock, North Carolina – a magical winter wonderland filled with thrilling events and unforgettable experiences for the whole family!

Whether you’re taking the daring Polar Bear Plunge, admiring the breathtaking ice sculptures, indulging in local delicacies, or enjoying the range of family entertainment, WinterFest in Blowing Rock promises to be an enchanting experience that creates cherished memories and ignites the spirit of the winter season.

Schedule:

Thursday, January 25, 2024:

WinterFeast at Green Park Inn, 5:30pm and 7pm seatings

Winterfest Hendrick Hunt Begins, find the 4 vehicles placed around Blowing Rock and enter to win some big prizes!

Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 pm, Chetola Resort

Friday, January 26, 2024:

Ice Stroll down Main Street (Tour of Ice Carvings), 4pm – 7pm

WinterFest Hendrick Hunt Continues!

Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 pm, Chetola Resort

Saturday, January 27, 2024:

Polar Bear Plunge at Chetola:

– 8am – Registration

– 10am – Plunge Begins

WinterFest Hendrick Hunt Continues!

Mountain Alliance’s 2023 Silent Auction, 10am – 4pm

-The auction will go live on Saturday January 21st and will be live for online bidding for a week, then Saturday January 28th it will be in-person with all the auction items from 10am – 4pm at the American Legion Hall.

Rotary Chilly Chili Challenge, Blowing Rock School Gym, 11am – 2pm

Beer Garden, Meadowbrook Inn (Four Seasons Ball Room), 1pm – 3pm

Wine Tasting, Green Park Inn, 3pm – 5pm

Wine Auction, Green Park Inn, 5pm – 6pm

Ice Carving Demo in Memorial Park, 12pm – 4pm

Hayrides From noon – 3pm 

Boy Scouts hotdog and hot chocolate fundraiser, Blowing Rock Library, 12-3pm

Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 pm, Chetola Resort

Sunday, January 28, 2024:

Pancake Breakfast, Blowing Rock School (School Cafeteria), 8-10 am 

Winter Paws, Blowing Rock School Gym, 12-3pm

WinterFest Hendrick Hunt Ends

Date:

Thursday, January 25, 2024 - Sunday, January 28, 2024

Location: Various Location in Blowing Rock, NC

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