July 3-9 EVENTS Holiday Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from July 3-9, 2024. The First Peak is filled with fun this holiday week. Enjoy two of our longest running festivals – the Fabulous Fourth in Columbus on Thursday and Coon Dog Day in Saluda on Saturday. These downtown festivals in the mountains have it all and will be a fun filled experience! Plus there’s lots of other great things – we’re excited to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Tryon International Equestrian Center on Saturday. Check out this list or the photos below to read the details. Stay with us for a long holiday weekend in the mountains – find a cozy or adventurous vacation rental, then cool off during the day tubing or on a porch swing. Enjoy the sound of the katydids and the night sky filled with stars. It’s magical here! Our interactive map is a great guide. Stop by for a meal or a snack at our many locally owned restaurants with this reference – our Restaurant Guide. Let us point you in the right direction for a perfect weekend – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
June 26-July 2 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from June 26-July 2, 2024. The First Peak is filled with fun as we approach the 4th of July. Enjoy evening festivals, live music and downtown festivities plus honey, wine and cider tastings. Explore and make your plans using our weekly events list. Stay with us for a long holiday weekend in the mountains – find a cozy or adventurous vacation rental, then cool off during the day tubing or on a porch swing. Enjoy the sound of the katydids and the night sky filled with stars. It’s magical here! Our interactive map is a great guide. Stop by for a meal or a snack at our many locally owned restaurants with this reference – our June Restaurant Guide. Let us point you in the right direction for a perfect weekend – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
Free. Every Monday enjoy Music Bingo at 7pm. Service Industry Appreciation specials will be available all day on Monday.
June 19-25 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from June 19-25, 2024. It’s almost officially summer – come and spend some time with us at the First Peak. Find something fun to do – like listen to a Summer Tracks concert or local railroad tales; check out classic cars, horse shows and bull riding. Watch a mountain sunset, buy local veggies, play in a river and enjoy lots of live music. Make your plans using our weekly events list. Spend the longest days of the year exploring the small towns of Tryon, Saluda and Columbus and the surrounding natural attractions – waterfalls, trails, tubing and more. Our interactive map is a great guide. Stop by for ice cream or a meal at our many locally owned restaurants with this reference – our June Restaurant Guide. Let us point you in the right direction for a perfect weekend – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
June 12-18 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from June 12-18, 2024. We’ve got another full week of events here at the First Peak – featuring new experiences and favorites. Enjoy the rodeo, an evening of improv, a Native American flute concert, blueberry picking, and a Juneteenth celebration. Make time for a mountain trip with dad – hike, fish or kayak in the Green River Gorge, hear live music at a pub, then enjoy burger and BBQ events on Father’s Day. Find out where to be and when, using our weekly events list. Our interactive map will help you find your way around, plus lots of things to do along the way. Plan your lunch or dinner at one of our locally owned restaurants with this reference – our June Restaurant Guide. Let us point you in the right direction for a perfect weekend – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
June 5-11 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from June 5-11, 2024. Head to the First Peak and take a peek into seven of Saluda’s historic homes, enjoy the first Summer Tracks concerts in Tryon and listen to first-hand memories of Nina Simone from her brother, Sam Waymon. Wow! It’s going to be a great week – check out all the details on our events list. Stay up to date with our locally owned restaurants – here’s a link to our June Restaurant Guide or pick one up around town – the latest version is printed on green paper. Our interactive map will help you find your way around, plus lots of things to do along the way. Plan your lunch or dinner at one of our locally owned restaurants with this reference – our June Restaurant Guide. Let us point you in the right direction for a perfect weekend – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
May 29-June 4 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 29-June 4, 2024. The photo above shows the opening reception at Tryon Arts & Crafts School May 31 featuring Janet Orselli’s art installation.Have you been to see us lately? Now’s your chance to find something new to experience at the First Peak, whether it’s an art opening, high tea, guided hikes or live music. Make the time to savor this early summer weather in the mountains. You’ll find the details here, in our weekly events list. Did you know wine and cheese are grown together, here at the First Peak? A weekend visiting our family-owned farms means you’ll see the grape vines while tasting estate wines and you’ll see beautiful fields with happy cows while tasting farmstead cheese, ice cream and hard cider. They’re all within a few miles of each other – check out their hours and info here. You can even rent lodging on some of the farms for an immersive experience. Then use our interactive map to find trails and attractions to visit while you’re here. Grab some dessert or a bite nearby using our local restaurant guide. Let us point you in the right direction for a perfect weekend – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
Enjoy free live music on the Legends Plaza Stage at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Times and musicians vary, see schedule below. November: 11/1 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, October: 10/3 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 10/4 Hope Griffin at 5pm, 10/10 Seth and Sara at 5pm, 10/11 Holzhackern Tyrolean Band at 5pm, 10/12 Holzhackern Tyrolean Band at 5pm, 10/17 Mike Morgan at 5pm, 10/18 Brew Davis at 6pm, Abby Bryant & The Echoes at 5pm, 10/24 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, and 10/26 Abbey Elmore Band at 5pm, September: 9/6 Mike Morgan at 5pm, 9/12 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 9/13 Seth and Sara at 5pm, 9/19 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 9/20 Lewendahl at 5pm, 9/26 Seth and Sara at 5pm, 9/27 Mike Morgan at 5pm, and 9/28 Hot as a Pepper at 5pm. August: 8/2 Champagne at 5pm, 8/3 Marley’s Chain 5pm, 8/9 Emily Bodley at 5pm, and 8/10 Hope Griffin at 5pm July: 7/6 Ol’ 74 Jazz Band at 6pm, 7/11 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 7/12 Seth and Sara at 5pm, 7/13 Lazr Luvr at 6pm, 7/18 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 7/19 Emily Bodley at 5pm, 7/20 Abbey Elmore Band at 6pm, 7/25 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 7/26 Hope Griffin at 5pm, and 7/27 Lewendahl at 5pm. June: 6/1 The Dave Matthews Tribute Band at 6pm, 6/6 The Finklestein Three at 6pm, 6/7 Emily Bodley at 5pm, 6/8 The Super 60’s at 6pm, 6/13 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 6/14 Hope Griffin at 5pm, 6/15 Seth and Sara at 5pm, 6/20 Champagne Charlie at 5pm, 6/21 Silver Travis Band at 6pm, 6/22 Dirty Grass Soul at 6pm, 6/27 Mike Morgan at 5pm,...
May 22-28 EVENTS Quick View: Here’s a look at events happening around the First Peak of the Blue Ridge from May 22-28, 2024. Come visit this week to enjoy early summer weather, local events, and lots of live music. Check out our events list for what’s happening in the First Peak and make your plans now. It’s Memorial Day weekend, so you can enjoy a long weekend in the mountains! Check out our lodging listings to find the perfect getaway. Use our interactive map to find trails and attractions to visit while you’re here. Find your favorite nearby restaurant using our local restaurant guide. We’re here if you’d like more information – just ask! 828-894-2324. e-mail us We’ll see you soon!First Peak Visitor Center Read our Newsletter. Sign up to receive this as a weekly e-newsletter...
