Sept 25-Oct 1 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Sept 25-Oct 1, 2024. Let early fall events inspire your next visit to the First Peak. There are so many things happening this week! Downtown Tryon is in the spotlight as the History Museum celebrates its 10th anniversary around town. Pick a festival featuring crafts, music, food and/or wine. Check it all out in this week’s schedule. Use our website and latest restaurant guide to help you explore. Look ahead on our events calendar for fall events happening around the area.  We’re here to help – call us at 828-894-2324 or send an e-mail. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

Sept 18-24 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Sept 18-24, 2024. Find something to inspire your next visit to the First Peak. Get a special insider’s look at five of our farms and enjoy views like these when you stop by Looking Glass Creamery on the Farm Tour. (📸 submitted)  Discover history and nature; enjoy wine, food and festivals throughout the area. Check it all out in this week’s schedule. Use our latest restaurant guide to help as you explore and look ahead on our events calendar for fall events happening around the area. We’re here to help – call us at 828-894-2324 or send an e-mail. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

Sept 11-17 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Sept 11-17, 2024. Find something to inspire your next visit to the First Peak. Enjoy special events at our wineries, art strolls throughout our small towns and more. Check it all out in this week’s schedule. Use our website and latest restaurant guide to help you explore. Look ahead on our events calendar for fall events happening around the area. We’re here to help – call us at 828-894-2324 or send an e-mail. We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter.  Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...

Aug 28-Sept 3 EVENTS Quick View:  Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from Aug 28-Sept 3, 2024. It’s time for great music to come to town at the 3rd Annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival. This year’s line-up from Friday-Sunday includes dozens of amazing musicians, including Tanya Tucker, Old Crow Medicine Show, Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Peter Rowan & Sam Grisman Project, Yonder Mountain String Band and The Steeldrivers. For more information on this year’s festival and to purchase tickets, visit earlscruggsmusicfest.com. Day and weekend tickets are available online and at the gate. Read our blog for more info. Need a place to stay for Labor Day Weekend or the festival? There is local lodging available, so call us at 828-894-2324 or reply – we can match you with great options. Of course, there are lots of other things going on around the area, so check it all out in this week’s schedule and make plans for a festive long weekend! Use our interactive map to find things while you’re in the area. Here’s our restaurant guide with current hours, organized by town. We’re here to help. Call 828-894-2324 or e-mail us for more information. Keep an eye on our events calendar for fall events happening around the area. 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...

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...