Leaving the falls, the trolley stops at the Linville Falls Winery where you can take in the beautiful views of the Tuscan Style Italian architecture and sample some of their award-winning wines.

20 hot-air balloons take to the skies of Alamance County during the 2nd ALCOVETS Hot Air Balloon Festival

Whiskey Bars, elegant Wines & Cocktails, Great Live Music, Tented Food Stations, Food Trucks & Restaurants, Bonfires throughout

Hickory, where history, art, and the great outdoors converge harmoniously.

The envy of many cities across western North Carolina, CoMMA Performing Arts Center brings affordable entertainment to Morganton residents and regional patrons alike.

Crisp air, amazing fall foliage, and the luring aroma of freshly fried funnel cakes with a side of candied apples are just a few of our favorite things that make us think of fall in Rockingham County, NC. With fall comes the season of some of our favorite festivals in RoCo. From RiverFest in Eden to What the Hay Festival in Mayodan, each picturesque town’s unique festival is sure to be a crowd pleaser. 

This year’s festival will have balloon rides, tethered balloon rides, a car show, a bike show, a kid zone, food trucks and craft vendors, and entertainment every night.

head over to Beech Mountain for a wallet-friendly, cool summer getaway you won’t soon forget. In addition to cool breezes, low humidity, and a lack of biting bugs, we’ve got a full schedule of fun family-friendly activities, many of them free, to offer.

Join Anchored Soul, the City of Belmont & Gaston County Travel & Tourism for our 4th annual “Bon Temps Paddle Battle on Wylie” in Belmont, NC!

In Granville County, fall brings us outdoors. And when Granville goes outdoors…We often hit the streets. From food to music, to celebrating our heritage, Granville County festivals and events are uniquely Carolina.  Our events are not just for attending, but for engaging with and becoming part of our community. Come join us!!