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Lake Adger Celebration

The Lake Adger Celebration is free and fun for the whole family. There will be guided kayak tours, fishing demonstrations, guided bird walks, activities for kids, and more. Meet at the Lake Adger boat ramp, 4741 Lake Adger Road, Mill Spring, NC.

Tryon Halloween Stroll

Thursday, October 31, 2024, 5-7pm. Downtown, Tryon Take a stroll downtown where local shops and boutiques will be offering treats from 5-6pm. Come in costume and enter the Costume Contest at the Clock Tower at 6:30pm.♦  ...

Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Stearns Park

Free annual Easter Egg Hunt at Stearns Park, downtown, Columbus, NC. Saturday, March 30, 11am-2pm Bring the kids and enjoy an Easter egg hunt, crafts, face painting, and more. There will be a hot dog, chips and drink fundraiser.  

Handel’s Messiah selection performed at Tryon Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Free. Saturday, March 30, 10:45am at Tryon Seventh-Day Adventist Church Enjoy a special selection from Handel’s Messiah, “The Trumpet Shall Sound.” Tryon Seventh-Day Adventist Church is inviting the community to attend the 10:45 a.m. worship service on Saturday, March 30. The special music will be a selection from Handel’s Messiah, “The Trumpet Shall Sound.” The bass soloist Richard Cagle majored in music with a concentration in voice at Appalachian State University and received a master’s degree at Northern Arizona University. Currently, he teaches music at Bruce Drysdale Elementary School in Hendersonville. Accompanying Cagle will be the following musicians: Cody Beard is a professional trumpet educator and performer native to upstate South Carolina. He regularly performs with the Aiken Symphony Orchestra and the Spartanburg Philharmonic. Stacy Wiley, violin, received a Bachelor of Music from the University of SC. She maintains a private violin studio and plays in concerts, in local churches, colleges, and orchestras throughout the year. Carolyn Tackett is a violinist currently living in Hendersonville. Carolyn is a registered violin teacher with over 30 years of experience. Sheryl McDonald, violin, is a retired orchestra music teacher living in Rising Fawn, Ga. Organizers look forward to the event and hope to see community members come to enjoy the special performance.”  ...

8th Annual Pig Pickin’ at Parker-Binns Vineyard

8th Annual Pig Pickin’ on April 20, 2024, 12-7pm Head out for a full day of fun! Enjoy craft vendors, music all day with Beau Beaumont and Wiregrass, and BBQ Competition Have lunch at 2pm including -Pulled Pork, Mac and Cheese, Baked Beans, Corn Casserole, Green Beans, Corn Bread, Rolls and Dessert!! It’s a full day of Great Music, Fantastic Food, Great Craft Vendors, BBQ Competition and last but not least GREAT FRIENDS! Tickets do sell out every year, so get them while you can…. Tickets are $45 per person and are available at:...

Easter Egg Hunt at Mill Creek Church

Enjoy an Easter egg hunt filled with games, crafts, activities, and fun. Lunch will be provided! Located in the Green Creek area.  Saturday, March 23, 11am-2pm.  

Easter Egg Hunt at Sandy Plains ARP Church

Enjoy an Easter egg hunt, games, balloon animals, face painting, and free pizza. Saturday, March 23, 4-6pm at Sandy Plains ARP Church, 350 Sandy Plains Rd. Tryon, NC.

Classic Rides Show at Harmon Field

Come and join the fun at the ultimate classic vehicle experience! Show off your vintage car, bike, truck, Jeep, bus, etc. and connect with fellow enthusiasts for free! There will be food, music and more. Click here to register your vehicle: https://www.foundationslh.org There will also be a free Men’s Health Fair provided under the open air gymnasium including blood pressure screening, PSA screening and education on a variety of health topics. There will be free t-shirts, giveaways, door prized, and healthy...

The Fabulous 4th of July Celebration Downtown Columbus

Bring the family to the Fabulous 4th of July Celebration in downtown Columbus! Bring your blanket and chairs. Fireworks will be at 9:45pm. The annual Fabulous 4th of July Celebration is a tradition to come together to honor those who fought and continue to fight for our freedom and independence. Enjoy rides, an assortment of concessions and fireworks at Stearns Park, downtown Columbus. Enjoy food vendors, an array of crafters and vendors, plus much more. Cruise-In Classic Car Show 10am-2:30pm on Gibson Street – People’s Choice Awards will be given out. (rain date will be July 6) Rides will be open on Wednesday, July 3, 5-9pm and Thursday, July 4, 10am-2pm. Wrist bands will be available for purchase during these times, $20. Rain date for the event will be July 6.          ...