NC Happenings (Formerly This Weekend in North Carolina)

Oh my goodness have we missed these posts or what?  Well some of you have!  I heard you loud and clear and BOOM I pulled together my resources and here it is fresh and ready for 2016.  Just a little change to the posts - instead of every week I will post them biweekly.  So if you have an event to add to my list (which I really loved last year) then get it to me at least two weeks ahead of the actual date of the event.  Also, I need to know the location, cost, and time!  Last year I received info on events but it would leave out critical info like the exact location!

So, guys, here is what is happening in North Carolina!

Asheville Fringe Arts Festival 

January 21-24

Come see the arts in a new way - on the fringe.  This is a creative and spectacular way to see fine arts in a new and more creative light.  Each day the festival will offer new and exciting takes on various art forms from dance to mixed media.  A perfect weekend for "culturally adventurous" audiences.

Here's the link to the Asheville Fringe Arts Festival.

9th Annual Winter Warmer Beer Festival (Asheville)

January 23rd

This event starts at 3pm and will run until 7pm.  Get your brews on in Asheville this weekend.  This festival is held at the US Cellular Center and tickets generally go fast so order online as quick as you can.  Link below.  What to expect at this brews cruise event?  Lots of local beer (over 20 breweries!) and the highlight is a local brewery to Hershey, Pennsylvania:  The Troegs Brewing Company.  This event helps support the sustainability of the mountain region - saving the forests and beauty.  Come drink for a good cause - but do it responsibly.  Here's your link.

The High Point Theater presents:  Live From Nashville

January 23rd

8p-10p

I have said it before and I will say it again - I love the High Point Theater.  This weekend they are offering up a show that country/Americana music lovers will really want to venture out to.  A group of twelve peformers (dancers, musicians, and singers) will take you through country music and entertainment starting in the early days of Hank Sr and going on up to Taylor Swift (prior to the official crossover.)  This event is family friendly and will have you dancing and singing in your seat.  Get tickets here!

Blowing Rock Winterfest

January 28th - January 31st

All Day Events

WinterFest in Blowing Rock has always been about giving visitors reasons to celebrate rather than hibernate a month after the holidays end. And its always been about fire and ice, in their many forms: bonfires, chili cook-offs, s’mores and warm hospitality, contrasted by the icy Polar Plunge into Lake Chetola, ice carving demonstrations, skiing and the crisp, January cold of the High Country winter. WinterFest 2016, which has been named a AAA “Top Pick” and a Top 20 Event by Southeastern Tourism Society, runs between Thursday, January 28 and Sunday, January 31. And the 18th annual celebration is adding new fire- and ice-themed events, including a firewalk demonstration on Saturday and expanded ice carving displays Friday and Saturday. On Friday, ice carvings will be placed throughout the downtown for an Ice Walk, and on Saturday there will be an ice carving competition among several culinary schools. For details, visit blowingrockwinterfest.com/events. In addition to the new events, activities include the Chilly Chili Cook-off, Polar Plunge, WinterFeast, events at BRAHM, Snowflake Parade, hayrides, bonfires, Shop ‘Til You Drop, WinterPaws dog show, Little Miss WinterFest, WinterFest Tasting & Charity Auction and WinterFashion show.  The fashion show will feature tips and conversation in an interactive, friendly and casual environment. For more information or ticket purchases, visit blowingrockwinterfest.com or call 877.295.7801. Blowing Rock WinterFest is organized by the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce and presented by Hendrick Northlake Luxury Auto Mall.

7th Annual Yadkin Winter Reds

January 30th - January 31st

Yadkinville

The Seventh Annual “Yadkin Winter Reds” wine event will be held January 30 - 31, 2016 and February 27 - February 28, 2016.  Enjoy two weekends of wonderful wine and food in Yadkin County.   Looking for a day trip or a weekend getaway, then come visit Yadkin County and enjoy the annual Yadkin Winter Reds Event sponsored by the Town of Yadkinville and Yadkin County Tourism Development Authorities. All Yadkin County wineries will feature their "Winter Red" (2 oz. pour) paired with a 4 oz. serving of a tasty food item. The hours will be Saturday Noon to 5 pm and Sunday 1 pm to 5 pm. Ticket price to attend will be $20.00 per person per weekend.  Each ticket-holder will be assigned to a starting winery where they will receive their souvenir glass and a map. Ticket is good for both days on the selected weekend you choose - one visit per winery. Limited ticket event for both weekends.   Tickets: click here!