Local Mtn Events

The Carolinas Tribute to the King and Legends Festival

Ashe Civic Center - 962 Mount Jefferson Road | Starts: 8:00 PM

Holiday Wreath Decorating

New River Escape Barn - 181 River Run Bridge Rd, Fleetwood, NC 28626 | Starts: 9:30 AM

At this fun holiday event you will be provided with a wreath and all the things to make your beautiful wreath using natural items to bling! Various time slots available on November 22 & 23. Bring 6 friends and have a time slot to yourselves. Let's get in the holiday spirit!!

Pre-registration is required

Personal Investment $85 - each attendee decorates their own wreath

Alleghany Holiday Market

Crouse Park - 60 Cherry Street, Sparta, NC 28675 | Starts: 9:00 AM | Ends: 1:00 PM

Food, Crafts and More!

Blowing Rock Christmas in the Park

Memorial Park Blowing Rock, NC 28605 | Starts: 12:00 PM

Blowing Rock Christmas in the Park and Lighting of the Town 2023: Held in Memorial Park in Blowing Rock, Christmas in the park features: 12-3: Pictures with Santa 1:30-4:30: Kids Carnival Games Live Music: 2-6:30 Lighting of the Town: 5:30ish

West Jefferson Hometown Christmas

Downtown West Jefferson | Starts: 5:00 PM

West Jefferson Hometown Christmas Watch the official lighting of the West Jefferson NC Christmas 2024 tree and thousands of lights around downtown West Jefferson. Stay for awhile and shop and dine in downtown West Jefferson.

Holiday Parade

Main Street, Sparta 28675 | Starts: 2:00 PM | Ends: 3:00 PM

Christmas Parade

Boone Festive First Friday

Downtown Boone, NC | Starts: 5:00 PM

Boone Festive First Friday and Solar Tree Lighting Help the Town of Boone and the Jones House usher in the holiday season at the annual Festive First Friday and Solar Tree Lighting. Head to Downtown Boone for carriage rides, marshmallow snowball fights, carolers, holiday treats, and more!

A Carolina Snowbelle Christmas

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 8:00 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

The Carolina Snowbelles- are a precision dance company formed in 2015 under the umbrella of The Project Dance Foundation, a movement of dancers seeking to positively impact culture through artistic integrity. Precision dance incorporates tap and jazz styles while teaching skills of teamwork, self-esteem, mentorship and community involvement.

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App Ski Anniversary Weekend

App Ski Mtn, Blowing Rock | Starts: 8:00 AM

Celebrate Appalachian Ski Mountain's 59th year of family fun as they roll back tickets to 1962 prices! Must purchase ONLINE ONLY

Sparta Christmas Craft Fair

Emerson Black Building, Alleghany County Fairgrounds | Starts: 9:00 AM

Sparta Christmas Craft Fair Catch the Spirit of the Season at the Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair held in the Emerson Black Building at the Alleghany County Fairgrounds. Find the perfect holiday gift- jewelry, crafts, decor, food items and more will be for sale!

Holiday Market

Florence Art School - Downtown West Jefferson | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 4:00 PM

Join us for art, music, food, and fun!

Frosty's Holiday Market

Frosty's Choose and Cut - 2152 Beaver Creek School Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694 | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 7:00 PM

Candles - Pottery - Fiber Arts - Goat Milk Soap - Leather Goods - Stained Glass - Woodworking - Home Decor - Herbal Healing - Paintings - Wall Art - Jewelry - AND MORE!

Preservation Hall Jazz Band: Creole Christmas

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM

Celebrate the season as the Preservation Hall Jazz Band returns with the Creole Christmas concert series. Join as the band performs New Orleans classics as well as some of our best-loved holiday selections with a twist.

Kruger Brothers

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

Kruger Brothers - Here melodies meet stories woven by the gifted brothers Jens and Uwe Kruger, alongside their musical partner Joel Landsberg. With a unique blend of bluegrass, folk, and classical influences, their music flows like a gentle river, guiding listeners on a journey through a rich tapestry of emotions.

Boone Christmas Parade

King Street, Boone, NC | Starts: 6:00 PM

Boone Christmas Parade The annual Town of Boone Christmas Parade proceeds east on King Street through Downtown Boone. Local businesses and organizations show off their holiday best with floats, marchers, costumes, and performances for this annual holiday tradition - with Santa Claus himself making an appearance at the finale!

High Country Christmas Carol

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 2:00 PM | Ends: 4:00 PM

High Country Christmas Carol - Ring in the holiday season with the Appalachian Theatre's professionally produced rendition of Dickens' most beloved holiday ghost story presented by the newly formed Appalachian Players. Portrayed by a four-person cast, this memorable and interactive performance of “A Christmas Carol” includes seasonal treats and hot cider.

Barter Players “Frosty - A Musical Adventure”

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 7:00 PM | Ends: 8:00 PM

Frosty - A Musical Adventure In this live musical theatre adventure, a young orphan named Billy discovers magic in a stolen hat. When he places the hat on a snowman’s head, that snowman comes to life! Can Frosty help Billy find his real family in time for Christmas? Join them on a thrilling quest through New York City as they discover that the real magic of the Season is Love.

Ballet Hispánico: Performances for Young People

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 11:00 PM

Performances for Young People take audiences on a guided journey through Latinx dance and culture. This interactive, fun-filled exploration features excerpts of the Ballet Hispánico repertoire narrated by the company’s artistic leadership. Music, cultural connections, choreography insights, and history come together to deepen the audience’s experience of dance. Students are exposed to world-class choreographers and cultural contexts while learning about Latinx icons such as Celia Cruz and Tito Puente. The audience will have the opportunity to interact with teaching artists and educators through a live dance session and Q&A.

The Tan & Sober Gentlemen

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

The Tan & Sober Gentlemen - Born and raised in North Carolina, the Tan and Sober Gentlemen began taking in the songs, stories, and tunes that make up their beloved state’s musical tradition before they could talk.

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