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Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room
Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room
Free Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill located inside Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. Performer details will be included in each weekly events newsletter. You can always find our current weekly events newsletter here: https://firstpeaknc.com/first-peak-events/ Music is Fri-Sat 7-10pm and Sunday 2-5pm June 2025 music: 6/1 Craig St. John, 6/6 Carolina […]
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Climate Trends in Western NC
Climate Trends in Western NC
Free. Monday, April 28, 10am at Saluda Library. Saluda Garden Club presents Climate Trends in Western NC. Emma Scott with NCEI (National Centers for Environmental Information) gives an overview of the work they do and will focus primarily on Western NC climate trends and impacts. Space is limited so advance reservations are required by calling […]
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Rockin’ Reptiles & Epic Amphibians
Rockin’ Reptiles & Epic Amphibians
Free. Tuesday, April 29, 4-7pm, McCreery Park, Saluda, NC Come investigate and meet these fascinating creatures with the Chimney Rock State Park Rangers. This program is designed for kids and their families, but all ages are welcome.
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Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key June: 6/4 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 6/11 Mark Curtis, 6/18 Raphael Graves, 6/25 Shane Meade May: 5/7 Paper Crowns, 5/14 David Giles, 5/21 Chris Wayne, 5/28 The Accentrix 3-5-25 Red Rock Hill 3-12-25 The Accentrix 3-19-25 The Trophy Husbands 3-26-25 Mark Curtis 4-2-25 Jay Maybry 4-9-25 […]
8 events,
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
From Americana Folk to Bluegrass, spend a lovely spring evening with these engaging musicians outdoors in the Amphitheater. ♦ Thursday nights in May at 6:30pm. Individual tickets in advance or at the door, $15 or Season Tickets $60. Food trucks and beverages will be available for purchase. May 1 Alice Wallace Band May 8 Autumnwüd […]
10 events,
Spring Open House at Dream Haven Farm
Spring Open House at Dream Haven Farm
Bring the whole family for a day of fun, horses and hands on activities. Enjoy a barn tour, meet the farm animals, meet the horses, stop at the photo station, play games, and do crafts. Purchase raffle tickets for $1 each for a chance to win prizes.
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Spring Open House at Dream Haven Farm
Spring Open House at Dream Haven Farm
Bring the whole family for a day of fun, horses and hands on activities. Enjoy a barn tour, meet the farm animals, meet the horses, stop at the photo station, play games, and do crafts. Purchase raffle tickets for $1 each for a chance to win prizes.
Sensational Saturday at Mountain Page Theater
Sensational Saturday at Mountain Page Theater
Saturday, May 3, 12-4pm. Advance tickets required, $1-3 per performance, and are available online at: https://www.mountainpage.theater/event-details-registration/sensational-saturday-theater-festival. Have an unforgettable afternoon of performances, food, and family fun. Featuring a lineup of incredible musical performances, local vendors, and tasty treats for all ages. Please RSVP at: https://www.mountainpage.theater/event-details-registration/sensational-saturday-theater-festival Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of performances, food, and […]
Derby Day Party at Bright’s Creek Equestrian Center
Derby Day Party at Bright’s Creek Equestrian Center
View the Kentucky Derby and per-races, free BBQ, hat contest, and a silent auction. All proceeds from silent auction will go to Guiding Reins. Must RSVP to Heather Chambers at 828-699-5914 or JJ Murphy at 828-980-2401.
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Go Fly a Kite Day at Fence
Go Fly a Kite Day at Fence
Rescheduled to May 4, 12-3pm Join FENCE as we celebrate spring with a Go Fly a Kite Day event! This event will take place on Sunday, May 4th from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at FENCE on Hawk’s Ridge located behind the FENCE Center. Go Fly a Kite Day is free for the community with […]
Animal Fair Fundraiser at Caitlyn Farms
Animal Fair Fundraiser at Caitlyn Farms
Animal Fair Fundraiser on Sunday, May 4, 12-4pm, at Caitlyn Farms. Enjoy a spectacular afternoon benefiting Foothills Humane Society. Advance tickets are required, $100 each, by visiting: https://www.foothillshumanesociety.org/event-details/animal-fair. Events include raffles & silent auction, live music, delicious food & drinks, demos, and more.
Walks in the Woods
Walks in the Woods
Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. […]
3 events,
3 events,
Live Ikebana Demonstration at Mirrorball Gallery
Live Ikebana Demonstration at Mirrorball Gallery
Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement. Free demonstration and exhibition. May 7 and May 8, 4-6pm at the Mirrorball Gallery, 84 Pacolet St., Tryon, NC.♦ See a live Ikebana demonstration by seasoned floral artist Sharon Nagayama. Afterward, enjoy a new exhibition "Balance in Bloom: Ceramic Vessels" and The Ikebana Experience". The exhibition […]
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key June: 6/4 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 6/11 Mark Curtis, 6/18 Raphael Graves, 6/25 Shane Meade May: 5/7 Paper Crowns, 5/14 David Giles, 5/21 Chris Wayne, 5/28 The Accentrix 3-5-25 Red Rock Hill 3-12-25 The Accentrix 3-19-25 The Trophy Husbands 3-26-25 Mark Curtis 4-2-25 Jay Maybry 4-9-25 […]
8 events,
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
From Americana Folk to Bluegrass, spend a lovely spring evening with these engaging musicians outdoors in the Amphitheater. ♦ Thursday nights in May at 6:30pm. Individual tickets in advance or at the door, $15 or Season Tickets $60. Food trucks and beverages will be available for purchase. May 1 Alice Wallace Band May 8 Autumnwüd […]
Bingo to the Rescue
Bingo to the Rescue
The events are held monthly at the Landrum Train Station at 211 North Trade Avenue, with an optional reservation policy to accommodate attendees. Organizers encourage participants to reserve their spots in advance to ensure a place in this popular gathering. The gatherings will take place on January 23, February 13, March 13, April 10, May […]
Live Ikebana Demonstration at Mirrorball Gallery
Live Ikebana Demonstration at Mirrorball Gallery
Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of floral arrangement. Free demonstration and exhibition. May 7 and May 8, 4-6pm at the Mirrorball Gallery, 84 Pacolet St., Tryon, NC.♦ See a live Ikebana demonstration by seasoned floral artist Sharon Nagayama. Afterward, enjoy a new exhibition "Balance in Bloom: Ceramic Vessels" and The Ikebana Experience". The exhibition […]
12 events,
Vine to Wine Tour & Tasting at Overmountain Vineyards
Vine to Wine Tour & Tasting at Overmountain Vineyards
This special tasting opportunity will be hosted by Overmountain VIneyards winemaker, Sofia Lilly. The tours begin at 12:30pm. Advance registration required, $50 per person. Call to book reservation 828-713-6366. Tours will be scheduled March 28, April 11, May 9, and May 23
Tie Dye for Mom at Looking Glass Creamery
Tie Dye for Mom at Looking Glass Creamery
Free. Friday, May 9, 3-5pm, at Looking Glass Creamery. Bring the kids and a white t-shirt (or tea towel or socks or whatever) for them to Tie Dye for Mom. All other supplies will be provided. Let out your inner hippie, open to all ages if you want to dye your own.
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6th Annual Barn Tour with The Tryon Hounds
6th Annual Barn Tour with The Tryon Hounds
May 10, 2025, 10am-4pm. Spend a day in the splendor of the Carolina Foothills countryside during the peak spring blossoming season touring five unique horse barns. This is a one-day, self-guided driving tour. Each barn, along with the talented horses that live there, has its own story to tell. Local artists will be displaying and […]
Spring Car Cruise In
Spring Car Cruise In
Free. Saturday, May 10, 12-4pm at the Old Mill Market Square, 151 Southern Mercerizing Rd., Tryon. ♦ Cruise in and show off your ride. There is no entry fee. Delicious food will be sold by Mountain Man BBQ, live music by Hunnilicious, a bounce house for the kids, and shop from a variety of vendors.
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Mother’s Day Brunch at Parker-Binns Vineyard
Mother’s Day Brunch at Parker-Binns Vineyard
Sunday, May 11, 11am-6pm at Parker-Binns Vineyard Treat Mom to a Mother's Day Brunch surrounded by rolling vineyards, delicious wine, and loved ones. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made at info@parkerbinnsvineyard.com. Walk-ins welcome, however, reservations will come first.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Mountain Brook Vineyards
Mother’s Day Brunch at Mountain Brook Vineyards
Sunday, May 11, 1-3pm, Mother's Day Brunch at Mountain Brook Vineyards Treat mom to a special afternoon with our delicious brunch buffet, featuring an array of hot and ready favorites. Raise a glass with our signature ‘Mom-osa’ Flight boards, and let’s toast to all the incredible moms who deserve to be celebrated! It’s the perfect […]
Four Old Broads at Tryon Little Theater
Four Old Broads at Tryon Little Theater
Four Old Broads at Tryon Little Theater Workshop, May 1-4 & 8-11. Tryon Little Theater's last show of the season if "Four Old Broad". Written by Leslie Kimball, and directed by Linda Killon, the play will open May 1, at the Tryon Little Theater Workshop Theater, and run for two weekends: May 1-4 and May […]
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2 events,
No Country for Old Men at The Historic Tryon Theatre
No Country for Old Men at The Historic Tryon Theatre
April 13, 7pm, at The Historic Tryon Theatre. Tickets are $9 and are available online at: https://tryonarts.org/event/no-country-for-old-men/. ♦ No Country for Old Men is a Neo-Western crime thriller by Joel and Ethan Coen. The film is set in the desert landscape of West Texas and revisits the themes of fate, conscience, and circumstance that the […]
2 events,
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key June: 6/4 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 6/11 Mark Curtis, 6/18 Raphael Graves, 6/25 Shane Meade May: 5/7 Paper Crowns, 5/14 David Giles, 5/21 Chris Wayne, 5/28 The Accentrix 3-5-25 Red Rock Hill 3-12-25 The Accentrix 3-19-25 The Trophy Husbands 3-26-25 Mark Curtis 4-2-25 Jay Maybry 4-9-25 […]
5 events,
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
From Americana Folk to Bluegrass, spend a lovely spring evening with these engaging musicians outdoors in the Amphitheater. ♦ Thursday nights in May at 6:30pm. Individual tickets in advance or at the door, $15 or Season Tickets $60. Food trucks and beverages will be available for purchase. May 1 Alice Wallace Band May 8 Autumnwüd […]
12 events,
“Iron Pearls” Exhibition at Mirrorball Gallery
“Iron Pearls” Exhibition at Mirrorball Gallery
Free. May 17, 1pm, Mirrorball Gallery, 84 Pacolet St., Tryon, NC. ♦ The Exhibition opens on May 16, 4-7pm. Exhibition with blacksmith artist Elizabeth Brim to include a screening of her upcoming documentary "Iron Pearls" and a Q&A with Brim and the film's director E. Vincent Martinez. Mirrorball Gallery is proud to present a special […]
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20th Annual Saluda Arts Festival
20th Annual Saluda Arts Festival
20th Annual Saluda Arts Festival on Saturday, May 17, 10am-4pm, downtown Saluda. Wonder through booths filled with one-of-a-kind paintings, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, and more, all handcrafted with passion and skill. Feel the pulse of the festival as live performances fill the air with contemporary folk, traditional, and bluegrass music at Saluda's amphitheater. Families […]
Foothills Humane Society Yard Sale at Iron Key Brewing Company
Foothills Humane Society Yard Sale at Iron Key Brewing Company
Saturday, May 17, 9am-2pm and Sunday, May 18, 11am-3pm. Stop by Iron Key Brewing Dining Hall (located behind the brewery) and shop for a cause from a variety of household items, decor, pet supplies, books and more. Every dollar raised goes directly toward helping the homeless pets being cared for by the Foothills Humane Society.
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Foothills Humane Society Yard Sale at Iron Key Brewing Company
Foothills Humane Society Yard Sale at Iron Key Brewing Company
Saturday, May 17, 9am-2pm and Sunday, May 18, 11am-3pm. Stop by Iron Key Brewing Dining Hall (located behind the brewery) and shop for a cause from a variety of household items, decor, pet supplies, books and more. Every dollar raised goes directly toward helping the homeless pets being cared for by the Foothills Humane Society.
Walks in the Woods
Walks in the Woods
Walks are scheduled mid-March through mid November, weather permitting, join Saluda Community Land Trust members to explore local favorite walks in the Saluda area. Walks generally last about an hour and a half, and besides showcasing our local treasures, encourage getting folks outside. Walkers meet at the parking lot of the Saluda Library at 2pm. […]
“This is How it Happened” Exhibit at Upstairs Artspace
“This is How it Happened” Exhibit at Upstairs Artspace
"This is How it Happened" by Margaret Curtis opening reception and walk and talk on May 18 at 2pm, Upstairs Artspace, 49 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC. ♦ RSVP required at: https://www.upstairsartspace.org/event-details/opening-reception-9 Margaret Curtis (b.1965, Bermuda) is a feminist artist whose multi-layered narrative paintings address power dynamics on both the individual and societal level. Please […]
3 events,
2 events,
“7-Up: An Evening of Eclectic One-Act Plays” at Tryon Fine Arts Center Pavilion
“7-Up: An Evening of Eclectic One-Act Plays” at Tryon Fine Arts Center Pavilion
May 20, 7pm, seven short works from award-winning playwrights. Tickets are $15 and are available at https://tryonarts.org/♦ Enjoy a staged reading of plays by award winning and published playwrights, for one night only. These readings will have theatrical elements of music and lighting. From quirky to poignant to outright hilarious, and absurd, each of these […]
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“The Dark Corner” Presentation at Lanier Library
“The Dark Corner” Presentation at Lanier Library
Free, Wednesday, May 21 at 1pm, at Lanier Library, Tryon. ♦ Live@Lanier goes deep into The Dark Corner of SC, once disreputable for its gunfights, outlaws and moonshiners. Greenville County Historian and author, Jim Stehlik, will take you across years and mountains and through forests to meet the matriarchal heads of the Dark Corner families […]
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key June: 6/4 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 6/11 Mark Curtis, 6/18 Raphael Graves, 6/25 Shane Meade May: 5/7 Paper Crowns, 5/14 David Giles, 5/21 Chris Wayne, 5/28 The Accentrix 3-5-25 Red Rock Hill 3-12-25 The Accentrix 3-19-25 The Trophy Husbands 3-26-25 Mark Curtis 4-2-25 Jay Maybry 4-9-25 […]
6 events,
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
From Americana Folk to Bluegrass, spend a lovely spring evening with these engaging musicians outdoors in the Amphitheater. ♦ Thursday nights in May at 6:30pm. Individual tickets in advance or at the door, $15 or Season Tickets $60. Food trucks and beverages will be available for purchase. May 1 Alice Wallace Band May 8 Autumnwüd […]
14 events,
Vine to Wine Tour & Tasting at Overmountain Vineyards
Vine to Wine Tour & Tasting at Overmountain Vineyards
This special tasting opportunity will be hosted by Overmountain VIneyards winemaker, Sofia Lilly. The tours begin at 12:30pm. Advance registration required, $50 per person. Call to book reservation 828-713-6366. Tours will be scheduled March 28, April 11, May 9, and May 23
Pigtastic Adventures at Looking Glass Creamery
Pigtastic Adventures at Looking Glass Creamery
Free, Friday, May 23, 1-3pm. This event is for kids (and adults!) of all ages. Learn about pigs and the important role they play on the farm, take a short hike to visit the resident pigs and feed them before finishing up at the craft table pounding leaves and making impressions.
6 events,
Saturday Night Lights
Saturday Night Lights
Enjoy Saturday Night Lights at Tryon International Equestrian Center. $10 parking fee per vehicle after 4pm. FREE family fun, live music, entertainment and a carnival atmosphere from 6-8pm in Legends Plaza, followed by the Tryon Resort Grand Prix in Tryon Stadium at 8pm. Enjoy live music, face painting, entertainers, concession stands and food trucks, kids’ […]
Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room
Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room
Free Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill located inside Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. Performer details will be included in each weekly events newsletter. You can always find our current weekly events newsletter here: https://firstpeaknc.com/first-peak-events/ Music is Fri-Sat 7-10pm and Sunday 2-5pm June 2025 music: 6/1 Craig St. John, 6/6 Carolina […]
2 events,
Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room
Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room
Free Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill located inside Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. Performer details will be included in each weekly events newsletter. You can always find our current weekly events newsletter here: https://firstpeaknc.com/first-peak-events/ Music is Fri-Sat 7-10pm and Sunday 2-5pm June 2025 music: 6/1 Craig St. John, 6/6 Carolina […]
Special Viewing of “The Friend” at the Historic Tryon Theatre
Special Viewing of “The Friend” at the Historic Tryon Theatre
Sunday, May 25, 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.♦ Don't miss this special viewing of "The Friend" starring Naomi Watts & Bill Murray at the Historic Tryon Theatre. This is a fundraiser for Foothills Humane Society. Tickets are $10 each and are available at: https://www.foothillshumanesociety.org/event-details/the-friend-special-movie-viewing-at-tryon-theatre
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2 events,
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Presentation
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Presentation
Chimney Rock State Park Wildlife Programs for Kids 4th Tuesdays @ 4pm Columbus Library January 28: Radical Raptors – Learn about birds of prey, understand the role they play in our ecosystem, and discover how we can help protect them. Meet special winged ambassadors and hear about what makes them unique among our native species. […]
2 events,
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key
Live Music at Iron Key June: 6/4 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 6/11 Mark Curtis, 6/18 Raphael Graves, 6/25 Shane Meade May: 5/7 Paper Crowns, 5/14 David Giles, 5/21 Chris Wayne, 5/28 The Accentrix 3-5-25 Red Rock Hill 3-12-25 The Accentrix 3-19-25 The Trophy Husbands 3-26-25 Mark Curtis 4-2-25 Jay Maybry 4-9-25 […]
5 events,
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
Americana Concert Series at Tryon Fine Arts Center
From Americana Folk to Bluegrass, spend a lovely spring evening with these engaging musicians outdoors in the Amphitheater. ♦ Thursday nights in May at 6:30pm. Individual tickets in advance or at the door, $15 or Season Tickets $60. Food trucks and beverages will be available for purchase. May 1 Alice Wallace Band May 8 Autumnwüd […]
Gallery Walk at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Gallery Walk at Tryon Arts & Crafts School
Free. The fourth owner, Julia Calhoun, will be giving a talk on the history of the Toy Makers on Thursday, May 29, 6-7pm at Tryon Arts and Crafts School.♦ Light refreshments will be provided. When Eleanor Vance and Charlotte Yale moved to Tryon and opened the Tryon Toy Makers and Weavers, it's doubtful they thought […]
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Preservation Stories at Holy Cross Episcopal
Preservation Stories at Holy Cross Episcopal
Free. May 30, 5pm at the Holy Cross Episcopal Parish Hall, Tryon.♦ Hear "Preservation Stories: If These Walls Could Talk - Researching the History of Your Home." Speakers include Dave Walen, Sara Sabiston and Dean Trakas.
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Dunwyck House Historic Home Tour
Dunwyck House Historic Home Tour
Tour the historic Dunwyck House on Saturday, May 31, at 11am or 1:30pm or on Sunday, June 1 at 1:30pm or 4pm. Tickets are $50 and are available online at https://www.polknchistory.org/, at First Peak Visitor Center, 20 E. Mills St., Columbus, NC, or by calling Susan Speight at 803-429-6242. Ticket includes free onsite parking, guided […]
Dunwyck House Historic Home Tour
Dunwyck House Historic Home Tour
Tour the historic Dunwyck House on Saturday, May 31, at 11am or 1:30pm or on Sunday, June 1 at 1:30pm or 4pm. Tickets are $50 and are available online at https://www.polknchistory.org/, at First Peak Visitor Center, 20 E. Mills St., Columbus, NC, or by calling Susan Speight at 803-429-6242. Ticket includes free onsite parking, guided […]