Trade your couch for a pair of dancing shoes in Valdese, North Carolina, for the 51st Annual Waldensian Festival! Pack your bags for viral clogging stars, thrilling amusement rides, and bocce tournaments. Loosen your belt for fried treats and authentic heritage dishes before dancing under the bright summer stars today!

Trade your ordinary weekend routine for an unforgettable late-summer escape to Burke County, North Carolina! Pack your bags for historic Valdese street dances, Morganton’s multi-stage free concerts, and paddles along Lake James. Loosen your belt for signature soutissa sausage and celebrate local heritage in mountain paradise today!

Pack your bags and escape the summer heat in stunning Burke County, North Carolina! Ditch your alarm to explore the cool mountain waters of Lake James and Lake Rhodhiss. Loosen your belt after a day of sandy beaches, scenic pontoon cruises, and effortless kayaking. Claim your ultimate foothills paradise today!

Pack your bags for the legendary Waldensian Festival in downtown Valdese, North Carolina! Ditch your alarm for a massive classic car cruise-in, high-energy live music, and over 160 bustling food and craft vendors. Loosen your belt, tackle the epic obstacle courses, and dive into the ultimate weekend of non-stop family excitement

Summer has officially arrived in Valdese! Pack your lawn chairs for Family Friday Nights at Temple Field, featuring free concerts under the stars all June long. From soulful acoustic jams to high-energy dance beats and a legendary Independence Day fireworks crescendo, this charming town is serving up unforgettable summer memories.

Savor Burke County’s flavor! From Morganton’s creative cantinas to Lake James’ farm-fresh burgers, discover why every bite here has a story.

The Waldensian Festival celebrates Valdese's history on August 8-9 with live music, vendors, rides, and cultural events.

Explore Burke County's fall festivals: Waldensian Festival, Drexel Fair, and Historic Morganton Festival. Family fun, food, and music await!

Burke County, NC: Your ultimate summer escape! Dive into cool lakes, thrilling waterfalls, and family fun. Beat the heat, make memories!

Experience Valdese's Waldensian history at the outdoor drama, "From This Day Forward," every summer.