Salem Fair
Monday-Friday 4-10 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 12-10 p.m.
12 events found.
Blue Ridge Mountain Events 2026
From music festivals in Asheville to car shows in Maggie Valley, discover the best of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our calendar is the most comprehensive guide to festivals, outdoor adventures, and community gatherings across Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia.
Submit Your Event! – Hosting an event in the Blue Ridge Mountains? Click here to add your event to our 2026 calendar and reach thousands of mountain travelers.
Events
-
-
Salem Civic Center Salem, VA
-
Star-Spangled Banner Elk Fourth
Main Street & Tate-Evans Park Banner ElkCommunity Fourth of July celebration featuring one of the most popular and fun July 4th parades in NC, followed by Party in the Park and a duck race.
-
Marion’s Independence Day Celebration
Downtown Marion (14 S Main St) 14 S Main St, Marion, NC, United StatesAmerica 250 Independence Day Celebration in Downtown Marion: 6:00 p.m. parade, 6:30 p.m. street dancing, 9:30 p.m. fireworks, free inflatables for kids, food vendors.
-
Art on the Greene
Historic Banner Elk School Banner ElkFour summer weekends of fine art and handmade crafts from regional artists on the lawn at the Historic Banner Elk School, with no admission fee; proceeds help preserve the historic […]
-
Backyard Fourth
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesCome celebrate Independence Day at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds! Gates open at 6pm. Bring your Blanket, Chairs, Picnic Basket, Bubbles, Hula Hoops, Balls and Yard Games! This is an alcohol […]
-
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
MacRae Meadows at Grandfather Mtn. LinvilleOne of the first and largest Highland games in the US celebrating Scottish heritage with piping, drumming, dancing, athletics, and traditional Scottish sports.
-
Maggie Valley Summer Arts & Crafts Festival
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesFree event! Artists from across the Southeast sell Handmade Arts & Crafts with a variety of foods on site. Open both days 9am – 4pm. Contact Teresa Smith at 800-624-4431 […]
-
Rhythm & Brews
Downtown Hendersonville HendersonvilleRhythm & Brews is a popular free outdoor concert series held on the third Thursday of each month from June through October in downtown Hendersonville. Main Street is closed to […]
-
Southeastern Gas & Petroleum Expo / Moonshine Valley F-100s / Maggie Valley Swap Meet
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, United States8am–6pm Friday, 8am- 4pm Saturday. Old Gas Station Items, Old Pumps, Signs & Tags, Toys, Car Shows! Call 423-608-4519 or visit https://www.surfboardpromotion.com
-
Hillbilly Jam
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesOpen to the public 10am – 10pm both days! Music Festival with Crafts and Food Vendors. Moonshiners of the Discovery Channel, Car & Bike Show & More! Price of admission […]
$10 -
The Dip
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, United StatesThe Dip is a Seattle-based Rhythm and Blues band that is known for its poignant songwriting, detailed arrangements, and vintage sound. Featuring a three-piece horn section, the group’s music harkens […]
$41 -
Showdown in the Valley
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC, United StatesOpen Car & Truck Show with parts vendors! This show is open to 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive trucks and a wide range of cars. For more information contact Shane Gentry […]
Our 2026 Blue Ridge Events Calendar is updated weekly with new festivals, farmers markets, and seasonal celebrations. Whether you are looking for a small-town art walk or a major mountain music fest, we have you covered.
Note: Event dates and times are subject to change. We always recommend verifying details with the official event organizer before traveling.