High Country Events Calendar This Week 2026 - events and festivals for Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro
This events calendar is updated weekly every Monday by the NC High Country Regional Visitor Center staff.  The newest print version is also available for pick up every Monday in the visitor center located between Boone & Blowing Rock.  Screenshot to your phone for easy reference!

ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE
Daily, 10-5pm, Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
See artists creating their art, either on the Porch or in this intimate historic Cottage. This week: Miriam Esteve and Waitsel Smith

MILL CAMP FREE WALKING TOURS 
Every Monday, 12 pm, Mill Camp Wines & Ciders, Boone 
Join us for a casual, behind the scenes tour and learn about Mill Camp Wine & Ciders’ land, cellar, and history. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Call or text 828-222-3992. These tours are free and open to all ages!

LEES MCRAE FORUM
July 13, 5 & 7:30pm, Hayes Auditorium, Broyhill Theater, Lees McRae College, Banner Elk NC
This week:  Stevie Mac- A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

KING STREET MARKET
July 14, 3:30- 6:30, 126 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone
Enjoy delicious honey and jams, farm fresh produce and bread, skin care, plants and crafts available every week!

74TH HORN IN THE WEST
July 14-18, 7:30pm, Daniel Boone Park, Boone
Spend an unforgettable evening under the summer stars at the nation's only outdoor drama focused on the American Revolution.

GRILLIN & CHILLIN
July 15, 5:30-9pm, Caddyshack Café, Sugar Mountain
Listen and dance to live music on the deck. Top regional bands perform 6-9 PM. Free admission. Dinner and drinks are available to purchase beginning at 5:30. Lawn setting is also available so bring your own chair! Enjoy sunset panoramic mountain views.

GUIDED THEATRE TOUR
July 15, 3-4pm, Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone
Enjoy guided tours of the revitalized 1938 Art Deco Appalachian Theatre featuring a walk-through of the historic venue, insight into the theatre's past, and a 15-minute documentary chronicling the evolution of the theatre featuring first-hand perspectives. 

THURSDAY MARKET
July 16, 12-4pm, Blowing Rock Chamber Grounds, Downtown Blowing Rock
The finest in fresh fruits, veggies, whole foods, eggs, honey, flowers, plants and meats from local farmers.

AVERY COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
July 16, 3-6pm, Historic Banner Elk School Grounds, Banner Elk
Local produce, meats and more

ROOTS IN THE GARDEN
July 16, 5:30pm, Daniel Boone Native Gardens, Boone
This week: Holler Choir. Picnics are welcome -- all beverages should be in plastic or aluminum cups. The concerts are free, donations accepted. A food truck, beer tent, and other vendors will be on hand. Bring a chair or blanket! Dogs are not allowed in the gardens.

BANNER ELK SUMMER CONCERTS
July 16, 6:30pm, Tate Evans Park, Banner Elk
This week: Woodie & The String Pullers- Pop, Rock, Country, Indie and Reggae. Food trucks on site. Bring a chair or sit on benches.

COMPLEXIONS CONTEMPORARY BALLET
July 16, 7:30pm, Schaefer Center, AppState, Downtown Boone
Raw athleticism meets sleek precision, where 16 powerful dancers command the stage with fierce grace and technical brilliance that will leave you breathless.

OLD TIME JAM
July 16, 7-10pm, Jones House Community Center, Downtown Boone
Bring your banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin - or whatever old-time acoustic instrument you have - and spend a few hours playing along with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds. Guests and visitors are welcome to observe and enjoy the music but are asked to be respectful of the musicians.

NASCAR HAULER PARADE
July 16, 7:30pm, Wilkesboro- North Wilkesboro
NASCAR Cup Series Transporters depart Rivers Edge and travel through North Wilkesboro – Wilkesboro before returning to Rivers Edge.  Fans are encouraged to line the streets.

SCENIC LIFT RIDES
July 17-19, 10-6pm, Sugar Mountain Resort, Sugar Mountain
Chairlift rides aboard the Summit Express shuttles bikers and foot-passengers to the mountain’s peak and back. $25 for a one-time roundtrip sightseeing ride (all ages)

WILDLIFE PRESENTATON IN THE PARK
July 17, 1-2pm, Tate-Evans Park, Downtown Banner Elk
 Lees-McRae students bring an animal ambassador that is being rehabilitated or cared for at the college's May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Attendees get a close-up look at the animal and learn about the needs of local wildlife and the importance of conservation efforts. 

WINDOW WORLD 450
July 17-19, North Wilkesboro Speedway, North Wilkesboro
Friday @ 6:30pm: zMAX CARS Tour, Saturday @ 12:30: NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, Sunday @ 7:30pm: NASCAR Cup Series Window World 450

FAMILY FUN NIGHT
July 17, 5-9pm, Famous Brick Oven Pizzeria, Beech Mountain
Family fun nights include live music, bounce houses, and movies under the stars (weather depending). All for FREE!

BACKSTREET CONCERT
July 17, 5:30-7pm, Backstreet Park, Downtown West Jefferson
This week: Piano/vocal duet, playing music from the 30's & 40's, pop, soft rock, light jazz and Broadway. Food available.  Bring a chair or sit on the provide tables and benches.

SYMPHONY OF THE MOUNTAINS
July 17, 5:30-10pm, App Ski Mountain, Blowing Rock
Enjoy music, food and drink under the open sky with a spectacular Fireworks show. Celebrating 250 Years all things America with Jake Hoot, winner of the 2019 The Voice.  Main Performance:  The Symphony of the Mountains. Opening Performer: Bristol Lightning. Opening begins at 5:30pm; Main Event: 7:30pm. Tickets required.

JONES HOUSE SUMMER CONCERTS
July 17, 5:30pm, Jones House Community Center, Downtown Boone
This week: Blue Ridge Stringbenders, Jacktown Ramblers.  Attendees should bring their own seating and brown bagging alcohol is permitted. Food available. *These concerts are weather dependent* 

MUSIC ON THE LAWN
July 17, 6-8pm, Seven Devils Park, Seven Devils
This week: The Jeff Little Trio. Food will be provided by the TDA at no cost to you! Bring a chair.

DOC & ROSA LEE WATSON MUSICFEST
July 17, 7pm, Appalachian Theatre, Dowtown Boone
Featuring The Kody Norris Show, Blue Highway and The Kruger Brothers. All proceeds will directly support Doc & Rosa Lee Watson MusicFest and its future festivals.

LOVE & BASKETBALL
Performance Dates: July 17, 18, 21, 24, 25 @ 7pm July 19, 26 @ 2pm, Ensemble Stage, Historic Banner Elk School, Banner Elk
A chance meeting creates sparks between Will and Michele, but like the pristine moments of an unforgettable baseball game, love is also a sport of luck, skill, and timing.

WATAUGA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
July 18, 8-12pm, Horn in the West Parking Lot, Boone
Offers local produce, meats, and flowers plus live music, cooking demos and children's activities

ASHE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
July 18, 8-1pm, Backstreet Park, Downtown West Jefferson
Fill your baskets with fresh local produce, homemade baked goods, and one-of-a-kind creations from talented artisans & crafters

LIVE MUSIC
June 18-19, 2-4pm, Historic Orchard at Altapass, Blue Ridge Parkway
Live traditional music on the newly renovated pavilion stage every Saturday from 2-4pm. Come have a seat and listen to great music performed by regional musicians. The views are unforgettable, and dancing is always encouraged.

TODD SUMMER CONCERT
June 18, 6-8pm, Cook Park, Todd
This week: Wayne Henderson & Friends with Denim & Plaid. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Large tents will be set up to protect concert goers from sun or rain. Food and beverages are available for purchase. 

CAROLINA COMEDY PARLOR
June 18, 7pm, Mysterium, Downtown Boone
Your destination for laughter, astonishment, and pure live magic entertainment. This is not a big-stage spectacle; it’s a front-row experience in a charming parlor theater where every seat is the best seat in the house.

GHOST TOURS OF WILKES
June 18, 7:30pm, Wilkes Heritage Museum, Wilkesboro
The Embers - It's Heart and Soul, Rhythm and Blues, Feel Good Music.

DARREN CRISS
June 18, 7:30pm, Schaefer Center, Appstate, Boone
Since bursting onto the pop-culture landscape over a decade ago in Fox’s hit TV show Glee, Emmy and Golden Globe winner Darren Criss has embodied the kind of kaleidoscopic artistry that is entirely uninhibited by form or genre. For this concert, Darren will be performing well-known songs featured throughout his wildly eclectic career as both a songwriter and performer, including those from Glee, Starkid, and his Broadway roles, including Maybe Happy Ending, which earned him a Tony Award for Best Leading Actor.

BLACK LIGHT MINE TOUR
July 18, 9:30pm, Emerald Village, Little Switzerland
 Pre-paid reservations are required and cost $15. Call to reserve at 336-667-3171

CONCERTS ON THE LAWN
July 19, 5-8pm, Top of the Beech Hotel, Beech Mountain
This week: The Lucky Strikes. Some chairs are available or bring your own. Food and drink are available for purchase (no outside food or drink). Pets on leashes are welcome.

SUMMER CONCERTS AT FREDS GAZEBO
July 19, 6:30-8pm, Gazebo at Fred’s General Merchantile, Beech Mountain
Personal coolers are allowed and pets on leashes are welcome. Some chairs are available for seating, however you may wish to bring folding chairs or blankets for the lawn.