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Coon Dog Day – Downtown Saluda, NC

Free to attend. July 12, 8am-7pm Coon Dog Day is a beloved summer tradition in Saluda, NC. The festival kicks off with a 5k Fun Run, followed by a vendor market, a lively parade, and plenty of dogs. The day includes live music, dancing and an Every Dog’s a Star Show. Jack Roper & The Weatherman Band plays at 5pm at McCreery Park.  ...

Easter Brunch at The Saluda Inn

Sunday, April 20, 10am-2pm, at The Saluda Inn Advance reservations required, $45 per person, call the Inn at 828-388-9027....

Come Paint at Back Alley Barn

Come paint the “Flowery Mountain Sunset” at Back Alley Barn in Saluda with assistance from a local artist. Advance reservations required, $35, text 828-674-8964 to sign...

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. A SCLT member will keep you aware of the terrain of the trail and share their insights about the history, flora, and fauna of the area as they lead each walk. April 6: Lazy Girl is an easy one mile walk that takes about an hour. The trail traverses a stream and connects Esseola Drive through the woods to Laurel Drive in Saluda. No pets on this walk. April 20: Walk and egg hunt to celebrate Easter. Henry’s Nature Center is wooded terrain and a moderate two mile walk that transverses an old home site and the new Pavilion. May 4: Walk at Adawehi Stewardship Forest in Columbus, to celebrate the spring ephemerals and learn about the ecosystem of a wetland and stream side habitat. Easy. May 18: A new Henderson County park offers walking trails in the tranquil forests of the Green River Gorge. An observation deck is next to a rushing waterfall. 1.8 miles. Moderate. June 1: Old Home Place #1 is an easy to moderate walk giving walkers a glimpse of life in the 19th century. See an old homestead, fields, streams, and water cascades. June 15: Little Hungry is a moderate hike on a trail that is rarely visited, along a stream through fields and woods. July 6: Historic Saluda....

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.  

History of the Saluda Grade

Free. Saluda Library Speaker Series: History of the Saluda Grade April 8, 2pm, Saluda Library Speaker David O’Brien discusses the important events that occurred during the period from 1830 to 2001 and several advancements in railroading that came from operation on the Grade....

Saluda Train Tales

Free event but donations are welcome. Friday, May 16, 7pm, at the Saluda Historic Depot. Doors open at 6:30pm. Guest speaker Bo Brown speaks on “Reflections of a Southern Railroad Train Hostess.”  

Paint n Sip at Saluda Outfitters

Join The Escaped Artist on Thursday, April 17, 6pm at Saluda Outfitters and paint “Gone Fishing.” Advance registration required, $35. Text 828-674-8964 to sign...

3rd Annual Night at the Museum at The Saluda Depot

Free. Friday, April 4, 6-8pm. Saluda Historic Depot will hold a grand re-opening celebration. Enjoy the third annual Night at the Museum featuring historical characters who will re-enact the history of the railroad, the Saluda Grade and the history of the town of Saluda. Enjoy  an evening of music by local musicians, Mercury Rising, food, beverages, and more....