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5 Must-Visit Treat Stops Before You Hike Hanging Rock This Weekend

From gooey cinnamon rolls in King to “Rocky Canoe” ice cream flights in Danbury, these local gems are a sugar-coated dream. Whether you’re journaling in a cozy European-style lounge or snacking on hand-pies in a tulip field, these spots serve up Southern hospitality one delicious, handcrafted bite at a time.

Is This the Most Beautiful Outdoor Dining Experience in the World?

Ditch the digital noise for a dinner that’s basically a hug for your soul. Picture flickering candles, canal-side vibes, and local eats so fresh they’re practically still introduced to the soil. It’s a biannual “fever dream” of rustic elegance where strangers become neighbors and every bite tells a story.

Located just west of Charlotte, Gaston County offers families plenty of options for a weekend getaway. With museums, parks, nature trails, and some of the region’s best hiking, mountain biking, and paddling, it’s easy to plan an adventurous day trip or a quick vacation. You’ll also find lots of family-friendly…

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Located two hours or less from most of the major population centers in the state, the Dan River Company can arrange trips from 2 hours to 2 days, covering 40 miles of the Dan River. Come and enjoy the beauty of the area, a day in the sun or an adventure on the river. There is no better way to relax than listening to the quiet ripples of water provided by nature, viewing the wildlife and spending time with your friends and family.

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The Town of Valdese will kick off their 2019 Family Friday Nights summer concert series on May 24, 2019 at 7pm in the downtown Valdese parking lot. The summer concert series is free for everyone, so bring a lawn chair and get ready to hear some great music! The May…

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Start your summer on a high note in Eastern America’s highest town, Beech Mountain, North Carolina.  This family-friendly destination offers affordable fun for all ages, and June Family Fun Month highlights some of the best of what this quaint resort town has to offer. Many of the businesses in town,…

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An amazing two days of local craft beer and live music, camping and new friends. NCBMF will be on May 10th and 11th at Historic Rural Hill, a non-profit historic site and farm located 20 minutes from downtown Charlotte in Huntersville NC. This event is rain-or-shine and will not be…

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Whether you’re looking to grow your own vegetables, add an outdoor living space to your backyard or bring color into your landscape, Garden Jubilee is the place to be this Memorial Day weekend. Now in its 26th year, Hendersonville’s premiere lawn-and-garden show returns to Main Street May 25-26. More than…

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Weekly Destinations to Enjoy