26th Annual Santa on the Chimney @ Chimney Rock State Park
2023-12-02 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Santa has a big job climbing down all the chimneys in the world on Christmas Eve. What better place to practice for the big night than on one of the world’s largest natural chimneys? Come cheer Santa on as he rappels down the 314-foot Chimney Rock with help from our friends at Fox Mountain Guides. Plus, write a letter to Santa, make a holiday craft, take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus, hike with an elf, and meet live Park animal ambassadors.
Cost: Included with Park admission. Find more information about the schedule of events and purchase tickets here.

Breakfast with the Elves @ the Old Rock Cafe
2023-12-09 08:00 - 11:00 | Old Rock Cafe, 431 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Ever wondered what Santa eats for breakfast at the North Pole? We have the answer! Some of Santa’s elves have joined us to cook up a delicious breakfast for kids and kids-at-heart. Meet the elves and enjoy festive holiday pancakes and classic breakfast staples. Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate, then head to the Park and watch Santa prepare for Christmas Eve by rappelling down the 315-foot Chimney Rock! This event is at the Old Rock Cafe, not inside the Park.
There is no cost for this event. Each individual menu item has its own cost. Find more information here.

Naturalist Niche: Winter Ridge Ramble Hike @ Chimney Rock State Park
2023-12-16 09:00 - 23:00 | Chimney Rock State Park
Join a naturalist on a guided hike to one of the rarely seen parts of the Park. This ridge hike traverses an area of the Park not open to the public, so lace up your hiking boots and get ready for some stunning long-range views. The bare trees of winter leave much of the Gorge visible from this ridgeline.
Note: this hike is off-trail and is considered moderate to strenous. Hiking experience is recommended.
Cost: Includes Park admission: $25 Adult, $8 Adult Annual Passholder, $15 Youth, $6 Youth Annual Passholder. Advance Registration Required. Find more information and register here.

An Evening of Fiddle, Folk, and Fun @ Fae Nectar
2023-12-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
This Saturday at 6pm, join us for an amazing musical evening with the Harrows!
Hazel Ketchum, lute, vocals, bodrain and guitar and Bob Culver, fiddle, mandolin, bandolin and vocals make up The Harrows. You might see The Harrows playing loud blues music with drums and electric guitars or busting out some old time fiddle tunes in the Appalachian Mountains, but if you are really lucky you catch them playing lutes in the forest.
This is a free show open to everyone of all ages!
Find more information here.

Winterfest Village @ the Tryon Equestrian Center
2023-12-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd., Mill Spring, NC, 28756, United States
Winterfest Village, powered by Stuller Solutions is FREE to attend, with all live performances, concessions and shopping, dining, and each evening’s closing parade available for enjoyment without the purchase of a ticket.
Gain access to see the Grinch, Santa, enjoy bounce houses, and carousel all with your Winterfest Village ticket.
Available online in advance or at the gate, tickets are $12/child 4 and up. Adult and kids under 4 accompanying participating children are free. Find more information and buy tickets here.

Sun & Moon Dance: Scandinavian Neo-Traditional Folk Music @ Fae Nectar
2023-12-23 18:00 - 20:00
This Saturday at 6pm, join us for an musical journey into the heart of Scandinavia with multi-instrumentalist Chris Welsh and his band Sun & Moon Dance!
Sun and Moon Dance is a multifaceted music project fronted by musician Chris Welsh, inspired by traditional folk music from Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland. Chris creates his own Neo-traditional tunes based on the instruments that would be found in a dance hall somewhere in Scandinavia and aims to create an atmosphere that will bring joy and peace to the listeners mind. Instruments listeners can expect to hear are Nyckelharpa, Tagelharpa, Bukkehorn, Munnharpe, Kraviklyra, Langeleik and Mountain Dulcimer.
This is a free show open to everyone of all ages! Find more information here.

Winter Break Animal Encounters @ Chimney Rock State Park
2023-12-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Chimney Rock State Park
Do you know our staff has a wild side? Join a Park naturalist to meet some of our live Animal Ambassadors and learn about the types of wildlife in the area and their jobs. Some of our best educators have feathers, fur, shells or scales!
Cost: Included with Park admission. Find more information and buy tickets here.

Live Music @ Fae Nectar
2023-12-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
Join us this Saturday for a delightful evening of live folk music by Asheville’s own Holler & Crow at Fae Nectar Meadery in the heart of beautiful Lake Lure NC!
Free Event, All Ages, Dog Friendly, Mead, Beer, & N/A Drinks! Bonfire at dusk!
Find more information here.

D&D Night @ Fae Nectar in Lake Lure
2024-01-07 17:00 - 20:30 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
This Sunday, and every Sunday after, Fae Nectar will host a 3.5 hour 5e D&D “One-shot” (5PM-8:30PM) for any-and-all experience levels. Haven’t played since 1st edition? Come on by. Are you new to D&D? Let us teach you! Are you an experienced 5e player who’s CR20-awesome? We’d love to have you at the table. The only thing you need is your imagination, and the ability to work with others in order to have a great time. Not sure what Fae Nectar is? It’s only the most outstanding place in the world, a meadery inspired by all things fantasy.
Find more information here.

An Evening of Live Balkan & Turkish Music @ Fae Nectar
2024-01-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
This Saturday at 6pm the Black Sea Duo bring their wonderful repertoire of Balkan & Turkish music to Fae Nectar! Featuring Sparrow and Keith of the locally famous Black Sea Beat Society, they meld their own WNC rock & roll spirit with these ancient melodies!
This is a free show open to friends of all ages, and friendly dogs as well.
Find more information here.

An Evening of Inspired Americana @ Fae Nectar
2024-01-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
Saturday at 6pm the incredible Ben Balmer graces the Fae Nectar stage with his rootsy, lyric-driven Americana. His original music, including his latest release “Honkey-Tonk Macbeth”, is a rare kind that is meticulously crafted yet has undeniable mass appeal and is sure to delight your ears.
This is a free show open to friends of all ages, and friendly dogs as well. Find more information here.

Carolina Country & Americana - Live Music @ Fae Nectar
2024-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
This Saturday at 6pm we’ll be joined by the award-winning Walter Finley Band! Their Carolina Country and Americana hits have been recently featured on indie country radio and have won multiple awards for Carolina Country Music Duo of the Year, and now we are lucky to have the Walter Finley Duo join us on stage here at the Fae Nectar taproom!
Mead, Cider, Beer, Hot Cocoa and other N/A drinks available. This is a free show open to friends of all ages, and friendly dogs as well. Find more information here.

Superbowl Party @ the Chimney Rock Smokehouse
2024-02-11 11:30 - 23:30 | Chimney Rock Smokehouse, 430 Main St, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Who’s ready for the big game? Join us at the Smokehouse for a pre-game Wing Eating Contest, discounted drafts and cocktails, chances to win prizes, and an electric atmosphere. More details to come! Find more information on their facebook page here.

Celtic Thursday @ Fae Nectar
2024-02-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
Join us each week for a wonderful evening of live Celtic music at our beautiful lakefront meadery & cidery! Each week features a different local or regional musician and selection of instruments including bagpipes, highland pipes, fiddles, flutes and whistles!
Free Event, All Ages, Dog Friendly, Mead, Cider, Beer, Food, & N/A Drinks!
Find more information on their website here.

Riverwatch Bar & Grill CLOSED
2024-02-21 08:00 - 2024-02-29 17:00 | Riverwatch Bar & Grill, 379 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Riverwatch Bar & Grill will be CLOSED for Renovations starting Wednesday, February 21st through Thursday, February 29th. Re-open date is 03/01!

PIRATE MUSIC FRIDAYS @ Fae Nectar
2024-02-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
Join us this Friday for a wonderful evening of energetic Sea Shanties & Medieval Melodies!
Nelson’s Blood ft. Craig Kellberg will take the stage with his magical hurdy gurdy at the warm and festive Fae Nectar Mead Hall in Lake Lure NC! Bring your friends, bring your eyepatch, and come sing-a-long at our weekly Pirate Music Night.
Our bartenders will be serving fine mead, cider, hot cocoa and other beverages for your enjoyment. And outside the local favorite Lake Lure Munch Box will be serving hot food until 8pm.
Free Event, All Ages, and Dog Friendly! Find more information here.

Live Music @ Burntshirt Bistro
2024-02-24 14:00 - 17:00 | Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Rooms & Vineyards, 438 Main St., Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Live music on the Patio with Carver Carmody & McIntyre! Great food, drinks and people. Come on out!
Find more information here.

Live Music @ Riverwatch Bar & Grill
2024-03-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Riverwatch Bar & Grill, 379 Main Street, Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Don’t miss LIVE LOCAL Music every Friday night from 5pm-8pm at Riverwatch Bar & Grill!

St. Patrick's Saturday Party - Live Irish Music @ Fae Nectar
2024-03-16 16:00 - 22:00 | Fae Nectar, 2984 Memorial Hwy, Lake Lure, NC, 28746, United States
Gather your friends and grab your greenest garb and come to Fae Nectar Meadery to celebrate St. Patrick’s day (a day early) with a full afternoon and evening of traditional Irish music and a special menu of food & beverages behind the bar.
The incredible duo of Caelin Campbell & Duncan Hardee will be playing solo and duo sets of enchanting traditional Irish folk tunes from 4 to 7pm. And soon after at 8pm the piping pair of Alex Stewart & Kit Rashid will showcase their musical talents and a collection of traditional Celtic instruments including bagpipes, horns, wooden flutes, and more!
Behind the bar our Fae bartenders will be serving our own enchanted Honey Wine, and also Irish favorites imported from across the pond, such as Guinness, Smithwick’s, and more! N/A Drinks available! Kid & Dog Friendly!

St.Patrick’s Day Celebration @ Chimney Rock Brewing Company
2024-03-17 15:00 - 20:00 | Chimney Rock Brewing Company, 461 Main St., Chimney Rock, NC, 28720, United States
Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring corned beef and cabbage with potatoes, along with live music! Don’t miss the fun!
