The Blowing Rock Trout Derby is now in its 44nd year. The Derby is a fishing event held around Blowing Rock. Participants can win prizes for fish size. See web site for detailed information. The dates for the derby are April 6, 2024
Spring Home Show in Blowing Rock. Call Blowing Rock Chamber for more information 828-295-7851
This year is on May 16 & 17, 2025. New River Marathons start at Riverside Restaurant, Todd, NC- 4 marathon races to chose from, serves as Boston marathon qualify event.336-877-8888. The New River Marathon races (marathon, half marathon & 5K) start and finish in the historic and charming hamlet of Todd, North Carolina. The start...
Grandfather Mtn Field Course: Spring is for the birds. See www.grandfather.com for more information.
In downtown Memorial Park in Blowing Rock with "Chris McGinnis, Appalachian Folk" at 1pm to 3pm. By Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce . In partnership with Hunger and Health Coalitions a Simple Gesture Program.
Grandfather Mountain's 2024 Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble concludes June 2, when the park will host a special speaker and activities throughout the day. Included with admission. See www.grandfather.com for more information
Explore Grandfather Mountain by night: Less Adventure Edition. See www.grandfather.com for more information.
The Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show began over ninety years ago bringing horse enthusiats and their families to the village of Blowing Rock. The classes are three and five gaited open championship class. They also have Roadster classes both under saddle and harness. Saddlebreeds are the Hackney poines. Also dont't miss the fine harness dividsion...
The event features presentations from renowned photographers, spectacular shooting opportunities on the mountain and a friendly, but competitive (and optional), photo contest. See. www.grandfather.com for more information
Have a Day Out With Thomas Train, ride a 25 minute ride with Thomas the Train, meet Sir Topham Hatt, storytelling and more. Contact Tweetsie Railroad for tickets.
This event in the High County for ultra cycling statrs along the New River in Todd, NC and covers 200 miles. The Black & Blue consists of 1 (solo) to 8 person teams that rotate through (8) 25-mile stages as they cover the 200-mile distance and 16,287′ of elevation gain. Riders will complete anywhere from...
Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthday of the animals in the park. Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthdays of all the animals in the park with games, contests, crafts and surprises. The habitat staff has prepared a fun-filled day for guests as well as programming to celebrate its furry inhabitants. See www.grandfather.com for more information.