June 11-17 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from June 11-17, 2025. Happy Father’s Day Weekend! There’s a lot to do with dad at the First Peak and we can’t wait to see you. Have a look at this week’s schedule – starting with the kickoff of the Top of the Grade concerts in Saluda Friday night. Head to the rodeo Friday and Saturday, go for a hike, make Sunday brunch plans and enjoy music with a view at the wineries. Invite your friends and family for the day or the weekend – our small towns and local businesses are OPEN and every visit is a huge support for us. Use our web site as a planning tool for lodging and things to do. Check out our latest restaurant guide with hours and information, organized by town so you can find a bite to eat nearby. We can help you plan your summer vacations and gatherings. Reach out! 828-894-2324. email us. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
June 4-10 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from June 4-10, 2025. It’s time for our summer concert season to kick off! The 25th year of Summer Tracks concerts in Tryon begins on Friday with Saluda’s very own Aaron Burdett and his band. It’s sure to be a great night out – and a popular one – so make plans! A Saturday Night Lights celebration happens this week, full of family fun. Plus we’ve got a comic expo, campfires and car shows. It’s easy to have fun at the First Peak. Find these events and more on this week’s schedule. Our towns and local businesses are OPEN! The lower section of the Green River is OPEN! We’re ready to see you this summer. Please be part of our recovery by visiting us at the First Peak – it’s the best way to help! We can’t wait to see you for the day or the weekend. Check out our latest restaurant guide with hours and information, organized by town so you can find a bite to eat nearby. Use our web site as a planning tool for lodging and things to do. We can help you plan your summer vacations and gatherings. Reach out! 828-894-2324. email us. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
Every Monday during the summer at 9am, McCreery Park, Saluda, NC. Enjoy free exercise classes every Monday morning this summer. A variety of class styles to get you moving – all taught by experienced instructors in the area. Don’t forget your yoga mats! For additional information, questions, and schedule check the Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093090544995 June 9: Downtown Walk June 16: Dance Fitness June 23: Core/balance/stretch June 30: Mat...
May 28-June 3 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 28-June 3, 2025. The First Peak has many interesting tales to tell – connect to local history and architecture with stories of the beloved Tryon Toymakers creations (pictured) at the Tryon Arts and Crafts School exhibit or tour the impressive Dunwyck House in Columbus (nearly sold out). Music is always a theme – with concerts, events and performances happening all across the First Peak. Find these events and more on this week’s schedule. Our towns and local businesses are OPEN! They can’t wait to see you for the day or the weekend. Check out our latest restaurant guide with hours and information, organized by town so you can find a bite to eat nearby. Use our web site as a planning tool for lodging and things to do. We can help you plan for summer vacations, family reunions and other gatherings – look ahead with our online events calendar: https://firstpeaknc.com/events/ Let us be your local guide – trip planning tailored just for you! 828-894-2324. email us. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
May 21-27 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 21-27, 2025. It’s Memorial Day weekend – come to the mountains to celebrate the unofficial start to summer. Our towns and local businesses are open and ready to welcome you to eat, play and stay. Art and music events are plentiful. Take the kids to a farm experience at Looking Glass Creamery (pictured) or take yourself to a winery tour at Overmountain Vineyards. Find festivals and a comedy show. While you’re here, take time to acknowledge Memorial Day with ceremonies in Columbus and Saluda. Here’s the schedule so you can plan for this week’s fun. Or plan for summer vacations, family reunions and other gatherings – look ahead with our online events calendar: https://firstpeaknc.com/events/ Come and spend a few days with us – we can help you plan! Our web site has lots of useful information. Take a look or give us a call. 828-894-2324. email us. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
