May 20-26 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 20-26 2026. It’s Memorial Day Weekend – the unofficial beginning of summer. Come spend the weekend with us in the mountains and make the most of this beautiful season! On this holiday, take time to remember and honor our veterans. There are ceremonies on Monday in Columbus and Saluda. Check out our weekly events list for the details. We have plenty of ways to celebrate summer, with festivals, art events, concerts, dinner events and lots more. Here’s the schedule – get out, explore and have fun!. Find your ideal place to stay here, and use our interactive map for all the things to see and do nearby. Look ahead using our online calendar as we add events for summer and beyond. https://firstpeaknc.com/events/. We’re here to help you explore. Message us on Facebook or give us a call 800-440-7848. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
May 13-19 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 13-19, 2026. Are you in the mood for delightful early-summer festivals and parties surrounded by scenic mountain views? We’ve got a busy weekend with a variety of ways to celebrate the sweet blooms and fresh green leaves with art and music. It’s that time of year when the 21st Annual Saluda Arts Festival colors the main street with paintings, pottery, jewelry, wood and more on Saturday, May 16 from 10am-4pm. It’s also the start of the season for the 3rd Friday Sunset Celebrations at Parker-Binns Vineyard and the Westside Mixer series at Tryon Arts and Crafts School. There are lots of great things happening – Concerts and gatherings Horse shows and a car show Nature and history programs Farmer’s markets and themed dinners Explore these events and more on our weekly events list. Stay with us and make the most of this beautiful season. Find your ideal place to stay here, and use our interactive map for all the things to see and do nearby. Look ahead and plan for summer adventures with family and friends. https://firstpeaknc.com/events/. We’re here to help you explore. Message us on Facebook or give us a call 800-440-7848. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
Join Iron Key Brewing on Thursday evening for Trivia w/ Tim at 7pm! Cold beer, great food and loads of fun… with the chance to win great weekly prizes in trivia!
May 6-12 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 6-12, 2026. We invite you to bring your mom to the mountains for a day or a weekend filled with beautiful scenery, small-town charm and a relaxing stay at one of our inns. We have lots of fun things to do this week here at the First Peak, with a variety of events and meals to celebrate Mother’s Day. Catch a performance – a play, an equestrian demonstration, live music. Walk a trail, go to an art opening, taste wine, and of course, enjoy a meal together. Find these events and more on our weekly events list. Stroll through our small towns of Tryon, Saluda and Columbus and check out the local shops for a special gift. Use our May restaurant guide to plan a meal with mom – view it online. Look ahead and plan for summer adventures with family and friends. https://firstpeaknc.com/events/. We’re here to help you explore. Message us on Facebook or give us a call 800-440-7848. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
April 29-May 5 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from April 29-May 5, 2026. We have a jam-packed week of fun coming up! Check the schedule and make plans so you won’t miss out. The Saluda and Columbus Farmer’s Markets are back for the summer. It’s the first Saturday Night Lights festival at Tryon International. Iron Key Brewing Co. is throwing a big music party There’s a family carnival in Mill Spring Venture into nature for a labyrinth walk and birding events Make-your-own painting and pottery events Swing dance lessons Plus wine and food and music Just, WOW ! Find them all and more on our weekly events list. Stay the weekend with us – use our interactive map to find lodging and nearby things to do. We’re here if you’d like some help making plans – message us on Facebook or give us a call 800-440-7848. Keep an eye on our online calendar as we add events for early summer and beyond. https://firstpeaknc.com/events/. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
