Each Festival day is filled with an abundance of attractions. The 25-acre village of Fairhaven has sixteen stages packed with costumed performers offer a unique mix of continuous music, dance, comedy, and circus entertainment.

Celebrating 29 Years of Cheers, the annual Carolina Renaissance Festival returns Saturdays and Sundays for eight consecutive weekends, from October 1st through November 20th

Muddy River Distillery prides itself on using the best ingredients, hand-crafted recipes, and custom-built stills to make all seven of its current rums.

If you’re looking for a unique outdoor adventure, you can’t go wrong with exploring the Catawba River or its South Fork.

This year’s festival will have balloon rides, a car show, a bike show, a 5K race, a kid zone, food trucks and craft vendors, and entertainment every night.

Cary Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is a two-day event… Friday, August 5th, 6pm – 10pm and Saturday, August 6th, 12pm – 6pm at Koka Booth Amphitheater. Enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass and Smoked Beasts!

Cary’s favorite BBQ Festival is back and better than ever! The 15th Annual Cary Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival is a two-day event

Whether you’re an aficionado or just want to try something new, look to the Gaston County ‘Cue Trail. We have unique and historic traditions in barbecue culture, and a wide variety of experiences for you to try. Let the Gaston County Cue Trail be your guide.

We bring the fun! Whether you are an outdoorsy type or prefer to stay inside, here are two great opportunities to create a thrilling weekend, in Gaston County.

The 6th Annual Oink & Ale Festival in Eden, North Carolina. The most fantastic little beer festival on the block.