October 1-7 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from October 1-7, 2025. Welcome to October – such a beautiful time here at the First Peak of the Blue Ridge. The leaves will begin changing around Saluda and our higher elevations early on and will ripple down the mountains to Tryon, Columbus and our rolling farmland all month and into November, so come and experience peak fall colors with us.   Make your plans around a big event or let the scenery be the star – you’re sure to have a lot of fun. This week, enjoy fall festivals, special dinners, wine tastings and art events – plus lots of live music. Cole Lumbus, pictured above, watches over downtown Columbus all year and is the unofficial figurehead of the Wood Carvers, Whittlers & Wood Crafters Festival happening across the street this Saturday. Snap a selfie with Cole and check out the festival plus a lot more fun in this week’s schedule. Enjoy a cozy breakfast, a great meal or a local brew at one of our many locally owned restaurants.  Book a cabin in a scenic spot or a gorgeous small-town inn. We can help – just let us know what you’re looking for! 828-894-2324. email us. Our website is a helpful tool for planning your fall escape. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

September 24-30 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from September 24-30, 2025. Our lovely early fall weather continues in the mountains. Enjoy fall festivals, special dinners, wine tastings and comedy this week – plus theater and live music. You can’t help but have some fun around the First Peak’s small towns of Tryon, Saluda and Columbus! Check out this week’s schedule for the details. Make time for a great meal or a sweet treat at one of our many locally owned restaurants. Book a cabin in a scenic spot or a gorgeous small-town inn. We can help – just let us know what you’re looking for! 828-894-2324. email us. Our website is a helpful tool for planning your fall escape. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

September 17-23 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from September 17-23, 2025. We are loving this fabulous early fall weather in the mountains – all that’s missing is you! Come and enjoy the scenic trails and views this area offers, and enjoy an event in our small towns of Tryon, Saluda and Columbus. Your schedule is sure to be full, considering all the great things happening this week! Get an insider look at five of our farms participating in the ASAP Farm Tour on Saturday and Sunday. Choose from parties, festivals, comedians, theater, music and a rodeo, just to name a few.  Check out these plus a lot more fun in this week’s schedule. Book a cabin in a scenic spot or a gorgeous small-town inn.  We can help – just let us know what you’re looking for! 828-894-2324. email us. Our website is a helpful tool for planning your fall escape. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

September 10-16 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from September 10-16, 2025. Come enjoy this early fall weather in the mountains – stroll through Tryon or Saluda, hike or mountain bike, and – of course – take in one of the events on our busy schedule. Animal events are the standout this week, with several equestrian disciplines in the spotlight plus a dog agility competition. Catch the “Top of the Grade” concert overlooking Saluda’s main street on Friday. And Tryon is bringing BBQ to downtown on Saturday. Check out these plus a lot more music, wine and family fun in this week’s schedule.  We can help you find a place to stay – choose from cozy mountain inns, a wide variety of vacation cabins/houses and our newest local hotel. Just let us know what you’re looking for! 828-894-2324. email us. Our website is a helpful tool for planning a fall escape. Check out our latest restaurant guide with hours and information, organized by town so you can plan your stay.  We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

September 3-9 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from September 3-9, 2025. Welcome to September – the weather continues to be amazing so take the time to enjoy an outdoor event in the mountains – like an evening mixer at Tryon Arts and Crafts School, a classic car show in Green Creek, a guided walk in the woods. Plus arts and music all around the area. Check out the schedule for all the fun things to do. We can help you find a place to stay – choose from a large variety of Vacation Rentals plus local Inns and Motels. Just let us know what you’re looking for! 828-894-2324. email us. Our website is a helpful planning tool for things to do. Check out our latest restaurant guide with hours and information, organized by town so you can plan your stay. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...