The Earl Scruggs Music Festival is back August 30 – September 1, 2024! The festival is a three-day event that features performance by some of the most talented musicians in the bluegrass world. Hosted by Jerry Douglas, the extensive 2024 lineup will welcome a robust list of talented bluegrass artists bringing both traditional and contemporary sounds and styles. There is something for everyone. Tickets are available at: https://www.earlscruggsmusicfest.com/. Check out our Guide to the Festival at: https://firstpeaknc.com/guide-earl-scruggs-music-festival-2024/ for helpful information. Get your festival tickets, then pick out a great place to stay close to the festival venue. Browse our lodging listings or use our interactive map to find someplace to make the weekend even better. Click here to view a map of the festival grounds: https://www.earlscruggsmusicfest.com/map Earl Scruggs Music Festival Returns to Tryon International Equestrian Center. Bringing the best of bluegrass, Americana, and roots music together with fans who have a true appreciation for the music, the Earl Scruggs Music Festival is a multi-day celebration of Mr. Scruggs’ incredible contributions and the rich musical culture of the region. The Earl Scruggs Music Festival is presented in partnership with the Earl Scruggs Center, a museum and cultural center located in Shelby, NC, and public radio WNCW-FM, a flagship roots music station located at Isothermal Community College in Western North Carolina. The third inaugural festival will take place August 30-September 1, 2024 at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, NC. This unique venue, set at the foot of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains offers onsite camping, lodging, restaurants, experiences, and much more. The 2024 lineup includes Tanya...
VIDEO: A Weekend in Tryon on NC Weekend PBS recently visited the town of Tryon, N.C. for the weekend. Take a video tour of all things Tryon, broadcast in June 2023, to discover Tryon’s myriad of arts, shopping, attractions and equestrian activities. Better yet, come see for yourself! In the video learn more about these featured attractions: Tryon Historical Museum, Tryon Toymakers and Woodcarvers, Tryon Painters and Sculptors, Tryon Arts and Crafts School, Tryon Fine Arts Center, Roger’s Park, Tryon Movie Theatre, Tryon International Film Festival, Harmon Field, Tryon International Equestrian Center, Pearson’s Falls and Glen, and local wineries. You can also check out these local shops and restaurants: The Tryon Bottle, Mountain Trail Soap Company, plus lots of options on site at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Have a look! Let us know if we can help you with your plans – here’s how to contact us. Watch the video below or view the video here on the PBS YouTube...
VIDEO: The Rural Seed Restaurant on NC Weekend Check out this great feature on The Rural Seed Restaurant from North Carolina Weekend on PBS. The video highlights the Columbus, NC restaurant’s dedication to supporting local farmers and musicians for an ‘upscale comfort-food’ experience. This PBS segment originally aired on July 7, 2022, and was also included in the “Tastes of the State” episode. Have a look and stop by for dinner or Sunday brunch! See their page on this site to learn more about the restaurant . Watch the video below or view the video here on the PBS...
VIDEO: The Orchard Inn and Spa Check out this great segment from North Carolina Weekend on The Orchard Inn and Spa in Saluda, North Carolina that aired February 10, 2022. Learn more about the inn here and plan your visit! Watch the video below or view the video on the PBS web...
On the heels of downtown Tryon receiving its official designation as a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places, it was also the featured town on UNC-TV’s NC Weekend program. Take a look, and then find out more about the places they mention, including Pearson’s Falls. See a list of Tryon’s Things to Do and Dining/Shopping. Editor’s note: this aired on Feb 26, 2016 and a few things have changed. The Book Shelf has merged into the Tryon Toymaker’s storefront and Lavender Bistro closed. Not to worry, new businesses have filled those spaces on its main street. We lost Marilyn’s Melrose Inn to a fire in...
