Aug 21-27 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Aug 21-27, 2024. It’s time for your weekly update on fun stuff at the First Peak. This week, enjoy 2 special events at Overmountain Vineyards (📸 above) plus improv comedy, a gallery stroll and all the usual fun things happening in the area. Check out the attached weekly schedule for the details. Did you know the 3rd Annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival is happening over Labor Day weekend at the Tryon International Equestrian Center – less than 2 weeks away! Pick out a cabin nearby and make the most of this 3-day festival featuring a full schedule of bluegrass and more on multiple stages, including Tanya Tucker, Old Crow Medicine Show, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives and many more. Use our interactive map as your guide to lodging, attractions, trails and restaurants around the area. Or call us for assistance in finding just the right place. We’re here to help. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

Aug 14-20 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Aug 14-20, 2024. It’s summer at its best here at the First Peak – sunset parties, outdoor concerts, guided hikes and farmer’s markets. Learn about our local pollinators, critters and even Bigfoot!?! Take a look at the attached weekly schedule for these events and more happening around the area. Make time for a summer weekend getaway before life gets busy again. Sigh… Sort by location, size or amenities to find the perfect place to stay. Our interactive map is a great guide to all our lodging, attractions, parks and restaurants. Have a look around. We’re here to help. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

Aug 7-13 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Aug 7-13, 2024. Come to the First Peak and enjoy outdoor events throughout the weekend – including summer concerts, arts events and equestrian competitions. Take a look at the attached weekly schedule for these and more happening around the area. Make it a weekend with one of our local lodging options – check out the variety of amenities to help you narrow down your choices. Our interactive map is a great guide to all our lodging, attractions, parks and restaurants. Have a look around. We’re here to help. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon! First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

July 31 – Aug 6 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from July 31-Aug 6, 2024. Have you had your summer mountain getaway yet? Come to the First Peak and enjoy a variety of events this week – have fun with the family on Thursday, listen to a summer concert on Friday, paint a dragonfly on Saturday and take a nature walk on Sunday. Take a look at the attached weekly schedule for these and more happening around the area. Have you tried glamping or beautiful mountain campgrounds – check out the variety of amenities you’ll find at our area campgrounds. Our interactive map is a great guide to all our lodging, attractions, parks and restaurants. Have a look around. We’re here to help. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

July 24-30 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from July 24-30, 2024. Come to the mountains and enjoy this cooler weather. Take a look at the weekly schedule and check out someplace you’ve never been – explore a small town or a scenic attraction. Stay in a wooded cabin and enjoy the quiet mountain atmosphere to rest and recharge. Our interactive map is a great guide to lodging, restaurants and activities. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

July 17-23 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from July 17-23, 2024. Wineries are in our focus this week, with 5-course meals, music, dancing and gorgeous vineyard sunsets, plus tastings!  Try an unscripted evening with a literary open stage or improv comedy. Of course, we have our usual nature events, hikes, live music, equestrian events and celebrations.  Take a look at the attached the weekly schedule for all the activities. Come visit and beat the heat – tube down the Green River or enjoy shady Pearson’s Falls. Our interactive map is a great guide to restaurants and activities. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

July 10-16 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from July 10-16, 2024. We have a week filled with art and music – enjoy the talents of others at strolls and concerts, or demonstrate your own talents with karaoke and open stage! Take a look at the weekly schedule images below for all the activities and don’t miss week two of sunflower picking at Looking Glass Creamery. It’s free to pick sunflowers but donations are being collected for a local non-profit. Enjoy the amazing views from the farm and stay cool with some of their homemade ice cream or hard cider. Come visit and beat the heat – tube down the Green River or enjoy shady Pearson’s Falls. Our interactive map is a great guide to restaurants and activities. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...