Nov. 23-29 EVENTS Quick View: Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Nov. 23-29, 2022. We are filled with gratitude for this beautiful area and we are happy to share it with you. Here’s what’s happening around Saluda, Tryon, Columbus and Green Creek, North Carolina this week. Come see us for the day or the weekend – find a cozy inn or vacation rental that’s just your style.  Here’s a lodging guide. After the holiday, explore with your friends and family and hike, taste wine, listen to music, etc. There’s a lot to choose from on this week’s events list – scroll down to see all three pages.. It’s Small Business Saturday so it’s a great time to get out and support our local businesses on our small town main streets and throughout the First Peak.  View a list of restaurants serving Thanksgiving Day meals – make your reservations ASAP.  And here’s a restaurant guide to help with your plans on the other days. 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 any of 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. 16-22 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Nov. 16-22, 2022. It’s a nice time to enjoy the mountains in this moody November weather with hiking, jazz, local markets and tales of the area – check out this week’s events list or scroll down to see all three pages. Also, Thanksgiving is fast approaching, so here is a list of pre-order locations with short deadlines and a schedule of Thanksgiving Day meals – make your reservations ASAP. Here’s a lodging guide – use the amenity and location options to narrow it down – plus our newest restaurant guide. 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 any of 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. 2-8 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Nov. 2-8, 2022. The leaves surprised us with a brilliant show of color through the elevations last weekend – what a remarkable sight! The rain has knocked leaves off some of the trees that got an early start, but the mountains are still covered with a beautiful mix of fall color with some green leaves still mixed in. These colors will continue in the lower elevations for a couple of weeks. (The photo above was taken at Sunset Rock 10/27/22). It’s time to make your plans now for a fall mountain visit – don’t miss these wonderful views.  Pick out a great place to stay – here’s a link to our local lodging and our November restaurant guide. 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 any of 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...

Oct. 26-Nov. 1 EVENTS Quick View: There’s so much going on we had to do two newsletters!  Here’s a look at our special edition Halloween newsletter plus what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2022. We are just entering peak fall color and wow, it looks wonderful.  It will continue to develop throughout the elevations for a couple of weeks. (The photo above of Columbus was taken 10/24/22).  There is still green waiting to change, mixed in with wonderful bright colors. It’s time to make your plans now for a fall mountain visit – don’t miss these wonderful views.  Pick out a great place to stay – here’s a link to our local lodging and our latest restaurant guide. 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...

Oct. 18-25 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Oct. 19-25, 2022. We are enjoying some bright spots of fall (the photo above of Tryon was taken 10/19), but still have a lot of green waiting to change. These cold nights should help the colors develop over the next few weeks. There are lots of fall-themed events this week – look for Oktoberfest and early Halloween fun. View our full events calendar to plan ahead. There’s plenty of time to make your plans for a fall mountain visit – our peak color is usually in early November.  Pick out a great place to stay – here’s a link to our local lodging and our latest restaurant guide. 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...

Sept. 28-Oct. 4 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Sept 28-Oct 4, 2022. Stormy weather can create spectacular views in the mountains. We’re hoping the expected weather is all bark and no bite. The forecast seems to be softening its expectations for Friday and Saturday morning, so a mountain drive might offer a different peek at our ridges. If you don’t mind the rain, check out this one-woman show at the Tryon Fine Arts Center on Friday evening – “No Fear and Blues Long Gone: Nina Simone” staring Yolanda Rabun. This play imagines Tryon-native Nina Simone sharing songs and stories. Here’s the event schedule as we know it right now. Some events this weekend have been cancelled, several will be rescheduled. If you plan to head out, be sure to confirm the event directly with the venue. View our full events calendar to plan ahead. Pick out a great place to stay – here’s a link to our local lodging and our latest restaurant guide. 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...

September 7-13 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at what’s happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from September 7-13, 2022. We’re winding down from two fantastic music festivals here at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Now it’s time to relax and enjoy the cooler weather in the mountains. Try a different yoga technique, enjoy music and wine, or focus on animals – in art or by watching them compete. September is a great time for a rejuvenating mountain getaway – things are a bit more quiet. Take a peak into these events happening over the next week. Want to look ahead for fun fall events? The First Peak events calendar is the place to find great entertainment options next month and beyond.  View our full events calendar to plan ahead. Pick out a great place to stay – here’s a link to our local lodging and our September restaurant guide. 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...