Paint  "The View Parker-Binns" with the assistance of a local artist. All supplies provided, easy to follow pattern and step by step instructions. Advance reservations are required, $35, text 828-674-8964 to sign up. https://www.parkerbinnsvineyard.com/

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. […]

Enjoy live music at Mountain Brook Vineyards.♦ Live music 3-6pm September: 9/2 Danny Grayshock, 9/7 Seth & Sara, 9/8 Yesterday Band, 9/14 Trade Street Union, 9/15 Danny Grayshock, 9/21 Bill & Tad's Excellent Duo, 9/22 Kayla McKinney, 9/28 Cross Eyed Betty, and 9/29 Eric Congdon. September 6pm in The Experience Center: 9/7 Mason Cole, 9/14 […]

Free live music at Parker-Binns Vineyard.  While listening to music enjoy wine tastings and a bite to eat from Relish Grill. September: 9/1 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 9/7 Beau Beaumont, 9/8 Raphael Graves Trio, 9/15 Bill & Tad's Excellent Duo, 9/21 Phil Ruff, 9/22 David Giles, 9/28 Hope Griffin, and 9/29 Phil Ruff.  

Enjoy live music at The Saluda Inn Wine Cellar, Saluda, NC, on Sunday, September 15, 4:30-7pm. Angela Easterling will be performing for the whole family to enjoy. Tickets are $15 per person. Please RSVP by calling 828-388-9027. An all you can eat food bar will be available for an additional cost of $19 per person. […]

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/ September: 9/1 Larkspur, 9/6 The Casey Ray Band, 9/7 Echo Operative, 9/8 Highway 52 Acoustic Duo, […]

Artist Becky Hyatt Rickenbaker will guide you through painting a "fall pumpkin" at Huckberrys on Monday, September 16, at 6:30pm. Advance reservations are required, $39 per person. Call 828-328-7670 to reserve your spot. ♦

Free. Every Monday enjoy Music Bingo at 7pm. Service Industry Appreciation specials will be available all day on Monday.  

Enjoy music bingo at Sully's Place, Columbus, NC each Tuesday at 7pm. https://sullysplacenc.com/

Enjoy a free viewing of "Hidden Rivers" on Tuesday, September 17, 7pm, at The Historic Tryon Theatre. The Box Office and theatre open at 6:30pm - please arrive before 7pm to allow time for check-in and finding your seat. Enjoy a free community night viewing of "Hidden Rivers" at The Historic Tryon Theatre. The 1-hour […]

Free program presented by The Tryon Garden Club. "Native Bees and the Habitats They Require" will be presented on Wednesday, September 18 at 2pm at FENCE in Tryon, NC. The program will be led by Spriggly's Beescaping and will offer approaches and practical advice for everyday gardening. Discussions will be held in habitat restoration, native […]

Free Live Music Wednesday's from 6-8pm. Wednesday night is flight night and Taco Wednesday. Enjoy a bite to eat while listening to live music. August: 8/7 Angela Easterling, 8/14 TJ Jeter, 8/21 Red Rock Hill, and 8/28 The Accentrix June: 6/5 Andrew Wakefield, 6/12 BJ Cates and Kayla McKinney, 6/19 Trophy Husbands, and 6/26 The […]

Enjoy musical bingo every Wednesday at 7pm. Meet in The Cellar and play music bingo, $10. Beverages and small bites available for purchase. The first game starts at 7pm. Two rounds will be played with a musical theme - it varies each week! Win a $10 gift certificate to one winner per night. No reservations […]

Free program "Realities of Partisan Politics" at Lanier Library on Thursday, September 19 at 1pm. At the next Live@Lanier, Olin Sansbury, Chancellor Emeritus of USC Spartanburg and author of “Joint Ventures”, will share his perspectives on the roots, psychology, and process of partisan politics. Looking for practical bipartisanship government, join Olin to delve into the […]

Free event. Thursday, September 19, 5:30-6:30pm, at Tryon Arts and Crafts School, Tryon, NC. "Women Photographers in Tryon" will be the subject of the lecture by art historian Dr. Lili Corbus. The lecture highlights her research on pioneering women photographers who documented the people and landscapes of Tryon and its surroundings during the early to […]

Enjoy "An Evening at The Saluda Inn" for the First Annual Fundraiser to Support the Saluda Pantry on September 19, 6-8pm. The fundraiser will feature heavy hor d'oeuvres, cash bar, live and silent auction. Tickets are $100 per person and are available at the Saluda Pantry, Heartwood Gallery or online at: https://saludapantry.com/an-evening-at-the-saluda-inn/

Join Iron Key Brewing on Thursday evening for Trivia w/ Tim at 7pm! Cold beer, great food and loads of fun… with the chance to win great weekly prizes in trivia!

The Great American Trailer Park Musical September 19-22 and 26-29, tickets are $30, at Tryon Little Theater, Tryon, NC. There's a new tenant at Armadillo Acres, and she's wreaking havoc all over Florida's most exclusive trailer park. When Pippi, the stripper on the run, comes between the Dr. Phil-loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth collector […]

Native Plant Sale at Harmon Field, Tryon, NC on September 20, 3-7pm. Support pollinators and wildlife with native plants. Shop for ground covers to trees and everything in between. ♦ Additional information may be found at: https://www.gardeningforlifeproject.org/news/gflp-native-plant-sale-fall-2024  

The Saluda Tailgate Market is every Friday, 5/3 to 10/18, 4-6pm Saluda Tailgate Market is in its new location at 214 E. Main St., Saluda, below Saluda School.

Enjoy free live music at Legends Plaza. Grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants on site. Nov: 11/1 Champagne Charlie, 5pm, Oct: 10/3 Champagne Charlie, 5pm, 10/4 Hope Griffin, 5pm, 10/10 Seth and Sara, 5pm, 10/11 Holzhackern Tyrolean Band, 5pm, 10/12 Holzhackern Tyrolean Band, 5pm, 10/17 Mike Morgan, 5pm, 10/18 Brew Davis, […]

Enjoy music, food & beverages for purchase, and more the third Friday of the month May-October at 6pm. August 16 Hope Griffin, Sept 20 Eric Congdon Trio and Oct 18 BJ Cates w/Kayla McKinney  

Iron Key Brewing will be hosting a cornhole tournament on Friday Nights in the newly designed Prison "Yard". Sign-ups will begin at 6:00pm and play will begin at 7:00pm. All skill levels are welcome. Each person will enter as an individual and there will be a blind draw for partners. Rules will be conveyed at […]

Enjoy Karaoke at Sully's Place, Columbus, NC each Friday at 6pm. https://sullysplacenc.com/

Free event. Friday, September 20, 6:30pm at Columbus Library Cozy up next to the campfire and make you own s'mores at this special storytime. Play through songs, stories and a themed craft. Storytime is designed for ages 2-5, but all are welcome. Storytime will be followed by Polk County Parks and Recreation's community campfire and […]

Holy Cannoli Baking Class at Huckleberrys on Friday, September 20, 6:30-9pm Join Chef Michaila for an evening of playing in flour. Learn how to make authentic cannoli dough, roll it out using a professional dough sheeter and form your shells. Watch them take shape and form as they fry to golden perfection. While the shells […]

Free event at Saluda Historic Depot and Museum, Saluda, NC. Ray Rapp will speak on "Real Prospects for Restoring Passenger Rail Service to Western North Carolina." Light refreshments will be available. More information available at: http://www.saludahistoricdepot.com/events

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/ September: 9/1 Larkspur, 9/6 The Casey Ray Band, 9/7 Echo Operative, 9/8 Highway 52 Acoustic Duo, […]

The Great American Trailer Park Musical September 19-22 and 26-29, tickets are $30, at Tryon Little Theater, Tryon, NC. There's a new tenant at Armadillo Acres, and she's wreaking havoc all over Florida's most exclusive trailer park. When Pippi, the stripper on the run, comes between the Dr. Phil-loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth collector […]

The Columbus Farmers Market is every Saturday, 5/4 to 10/19, 8am-12pm Columbus Farmers Market is located on Courthouse Square, Columbus.  

Saturday, September 21, 8-11am. Kiwanis Club of Tryon presents a Pancake Breakfast at Harmon Field. Tickets for adults are $10 & kids are $5, purchase at the door. The menu will be regular and gluten-free pancakes, cooked fresh apples with cinnamon, bacon, sausage, coffee, lemonade, and more. ♦ For more information visit: http://www.tryonkiwanisclub.com/

Due to the forecast of rain - the festival has been postponed to Saturday, September 21, 10am-3pm. Free festival in downtown Landrum. Bring the family and enjoy Hogback Mountain Day in downtown Landrum on Saturday, September 14, from 10am-3pm. There will be arts and crafts, vendors, live music, kids activities, face paintings, balloons, games, and […]

Free. "Survival By Degrees - The Impact of Climate Change on Birds" at Walnut Creek Preserve on Saturday, September 21 at 10:30am. Tom Tribble, Blue Ridge Audubon Chapter, discusses how the changing climate impacts birds. Advance reservations are required: https://conservingcarolina.org/event

Join Mountain Brook Vineyards at The Lawn Saturday, September 21st from 12-9pm for their first ever Fall Wine Festival! There will be live music, Carolina Catfish food truck , pop-up shops and of course, excellent wine. Music performances will feature: 1pm: Bill &Tad’s Excellent Duo 3:30pm: Darby Wilcox 6:30pm: Jason “Slim” Gambill      

ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project) Farm Tour takes place on Saturday and Sunday, September 21-22, from 12-5pm on both days. ASAP's annual Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours, demonstrations, and tastings. The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina, including […]

Paint a "Hummingbird" with guidance from artist Cathey Stoney in crafting your own distinctive artwork. No prior experience required. All materials will be provided. Cost is $35 and advance registration is required. Call the winery to reserve your spot, 828-863-0523.

Enjoy live music at Mountain Brook Vineyards.♦ Live music 3-6pm September: 9/2 Danny Grayshock, 9/7 Seth & Sara, 9/8 Yesterday Band, 9/14 Trade Street Union, 9/15 Danny Grayshock, 9/21 Bill & Tad's Excellent Duo, 9/22 Kayla McKinney, 9/28 Cross Eyed Betty, and 9/29 Eric Congdon. September 6pm in The Experience Center: 9/7 Mason Cole, 9/14 […]

Free live music at Parker-Binns Vineyard.  While listening to music enjoy wine tastings and a bite to eat from Relish Grill. September: 9/1 BJ Cates & Kayla McKinney, 9/7 Beau Beaumont, 9/8 Raphael Graves Trio, 9/15 Bill & Tad's Excellent Duo, 9/21 Phil Ruff, 9/22 David Giles, 9/28 Hope Griffin, and 9/29 Phil Ruff.  

BBQ Beatdown, on McCown Street in Downtown Tryon, NC. Contestants from around the area compete for the award of "Best BBQ."  Vote for your favorite BBQ for $1 per ticket/vote so bring plenty of singles!  Tastings will be from 4-6pm. There will be 5 chicken, 10 pork, 5 beef, and 5 other (lamb, vegetarian, seafood, […]

Free. Enjoy the opening reception for the exhibit of "Autumn Glory" on September 21 from 5-7pm at Tryon Painters and Sculptors, Tryon, NC. ♦ The exhibit will be available for viewing during regular hours from September 21 - November 9. https://www.tryonpaintersandsculptors.com/

Enjoy free live music at Legends Plaza. Grab a bite to eat at one of the restaurants on site. Nov: 11/1 Champagne Charlie, 5pm, Oct: 10/3 Champagne Charlie, 5pm, 10/4 Hope Griffin, 5pm, 10/10 Seth and Sara, 5pm, 10/11 Holzhackern Tyrolean Band, 5pm, 10/12 Holzhackern Tyrolean Band, 5pm, 10/17 Mike Morgan, 5pm, 10/18 Brew Davis, […]

Enjoy Saturday Night Lights at Tryon International Equestrian Center 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’ activities, pony rides, and so much more, […]

Enjoy free live music. Dinner reservations are highly encouraged. September: 9/7 Bill and Tad's Excellent Duo, 9/14 Cary and Bayla

Enjoy free live music. Dinner reservations are highly encouraged. September: 9/7 Bill and Tad's Excellent Duo, 9/14 Cary and Bayla

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/ September: 9/1 Larkspur, 9/6 The Casey Ray Band, 9/7 Echo Operative, 9/8 Highway 52 Acoustic Duo, […]

The Purple Onion is a favorite restaurant in Saluda.  Thursday and Saturday music is played during normal dinner seating.  On Sundays, the restaurant is closed for regular service so the music can be the focus, with small plates available before the show and beverages/desserts available throughout the evening. For details on music, event times, ticket […]

Enjoy Travis Ledoyt: Tribute to the King at Tryon Fine Arts Center, Tryon, NC on Saturday, September 21 at 7:30pm. Travis Ledoyt is a singer, songwriter, pianist & performer who is best known for his tribute to Elvis Presley. His ability to capture the magic of the "King of Rock and Roll' in his prime […]

The Great American Trailer Park Musical September 19-22 and 26-29, tickets are $30, at Tryon Little Theater, Tryon, NC. There's a new tenant at Armadillo Acres, and she's wreaking havoc all over Florida's most exclusive trailer park. When Pippi, the stripper on the run, comes between the Dr. Phil-loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth collector […]