March 15-21 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from March 15-21, 2023. Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! We have lots of festivities happening on Friday – even a parade – plus a fun mix of art, nature, music and comedy this weekend. Check things out in our weekly schedule of events and head to the mountains for spring flowers and fun. We’re here to help you put together an awesome day or weekend – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. Discover a cabin or inn with gardens in spring bloom. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Click on the photos below to scroll through the pages. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter...
March 1-7 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from March 1-3, 2023. Come to the mountains and get lost in the woods! Well, I mean, go on beautiful guided woodland walks to learn about birds and spring wildflowers. Or try something new – learn some yoga, have afternoon tea, or enjoy some laughs. All this and more is happening this week at the First Peak – find the details in our weekly schedule of events and share it with your friends. Book a cheerful inn or vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures – new updates for March! Click on the photos below to scroll through the pages. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter...
Feb 22-28 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Feb. 22-28, 2023. You’re invited to enjoy early spring in the mountains with us! Enjoy the fresh air and welcoming sights – hike to a waterfall or stroll our small towns. Signs of spring are all around us. I saw the scene above and had to stop for a photo – with the clouds over White Oak Mountain, it looks like the design of our First Peak logo. 😁 We’ve got an interesting mix of events this week, from a Black History Month event with stories of Nina Simone and her family to a Masquerade Ball and craft beer pairings. Scroll down to see our weekly schedule of events happening at the First Peak and share it with your friends. Book a fabulous inn or vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Watch for an updated version soon (we do this every month!). Click on the photos below to scroll through the pages. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter...
Feb 15-21 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Feb. 15-21, 2023. It’s a quiet week at the First Peak – head to the mountains and hear some music, taste wine, learn something new, have a cheese board or homemade ice cream while enjoying the incredible views at Looking Glass Creamery. Enjoy early spring in the mountains! The first spring flowers and trees are blooming, encouraging us that the days are getting longer. Check out our events this week. Book a cozy vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Click on the photos below to scroll through the pages. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter...
Valentine’s Week EVENTS Quick View: Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Feb. 8-14, 2023. Our first spring flowers are in bloom, just in time for a week filled with lovely events! This is a four-page newsletter – the first two are for a variety of events this week, the second two are all the events that we know of that have a Valentine theme. So check them both out and make plans.. Book a comfy cozy vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Click on the photos below to scroll through the pages. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter...
Jan. 4-10 EVENTS Quick View: Happy New Year! Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Jan. 4-10, 2023. Enjoy live music, wine tasting and movies this week. Book a comfy cozy vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter...
12-28 to 01-3 EVENTS Quick View: Happy New Year! Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Dec. 28, 2022-Jan. 3, 2023. There are lots of ways to enjoy New Year’s Eve – the First Peak would love to be a part of your festivities. Check out the schedule plus live music and other festivities. The last chance to see the Shadrack Christmas Light Show at Tryon Resort is on New Year’s Day. Share with your friends and family and make plans to enjoy the festivities. Book a comfy cozy vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter here. Click on the small images below and it will open to the full size, then you can use the side arrows to view the rest at full...
Dec. 21-27EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Dec. 21-27, 2022. The holidays are in full swing here at the First Peak. Come see for yourself! Enjoy the nightly Shadrack Christmas Light Show at Tryon Resort (shown above) plus Winterfest and live music on the schedule this week. Share with your friends and family and make plans to enjoy the festivities. Book a comfy cozy vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter here. Click on the small images below and it will open to the full size, then you can use the side arrows to view the rest at full...
Dec. 14-20 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Dec. 14-20, 2022. The holidays are in full swing here at the First Peak. Come see for yourself! Enjoy the nightly Shadrack Christmas Light Show at Tryon Resort (shown above) plus Winterfest, special holiday concerts, parties, themed classes, and live music on the schedule this week. Shop local on our main streets and at the special markets. Share with your friends and family and make plans to enjoy the festivities. Book a comfy cozy vacation rental for your home base while you explore. Use our current online restaurant guide for refueling during your adventures. Keep an eye on our events calendar for many more events happening this season and in the months ahead. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter here. Click on the small images below and it will open to the full size, then you can use the side arrows to view the rest at full...
Nov.. 30- Dec. 6 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Nov. 30-Dec. 6, 2022. Well, it’s officially the holiday season. We are enjoying warm sunshine and frosty nights – perfect weather to experience all the local festivities that are underway. If you’d like to feel like you’re in a Christmas movie, then check out our small town strolls, parades and winter markets happening all around! Tryon and Columbus are on the schedule this week, plus lots of exciting things going on at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Take advantage of the interesting gifts to be found as you shop along our main streets and at the special markets. Watch for a list of holiday events for the whole month coming out soon – perfect for helping you plan a little fun during this busy season. Come and stay at a cozy inn or mountain cabin. Here’s a lodging guide. The December restaurant guide will help you find a place to refuel. We’re here if you’d like some help – call 828-894-2324 or send us a message. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter here. Click on the small images below and it will open to the full size, then you can use the side arrows to view the rest at full...
