Author archives: The Destination Magazine

Cary’s Favorite Festival is Back and Better than Ever. Get ready to enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass and Smoked Beasts! It’s two great days of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, and barbeque eatin’. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE sampling of beer and bourbon

Explore Burke County, NC’s wild side: Linville Gorge, Lake James, and more outdoor adventures await!

Discover Stokes County, NC’s culinary delights: nostalgic diners, farm-to-table eats, and Southern comfort.

Charlotte’s Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival returns May 17th! Enjoy unlimited tastings, live music, and delicious BBQ at Ballantyne’s Backyard.

Celebrate NC outdoor recreation at Elkin/Jonesville’s Trail Days (June 5-8, 2025). Hike, paddle, climb, bike, and explore! 

Explore Burke County’s delicious food scene! From upscale dining at Root & Vine to casual bites at Reptile Cantina and global flavors at Little Guatemala, savor the local tastes.

Stokes County, NC: Premier outdoor recreation includes top-rated golf and disc golf courses amidst scenic natural beauty.

Beech Mountain declares May “Hike On” month, featuring guided hikes, 27+ trails, waterfalls, and scenic views. Free kayak program available.

Alamance County, NC: festivals, shops, dining, outdoors. Quaint towns host events like Dogwood, Carousel, Arts Around the Square. Explore history, trails, local flavors.

Salisbury, NC, hosts Earth Day Jam: music, food, eco-activities, supporting Happy Roots’ sustainable food mission. Free event at Bell Tower Green.