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...

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...