Nov 12
Arts & Culture
Reception | 2026 Bachelor of Fine Arts Portfolio Exhibition
Bardo Arts Center · Cullowhee · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
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What’s happening around the mountains
Haywood and Buncombe lead this source-backed calendar, followed by neighboring North Carolina counties and selected day trips. Always confirm final details with the organizer.
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193 upcoming events
Nov 14 · 11:00 AM
Classes & Workshops
Kids Chocolate Making Class
546 West Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779 · Sylva · Jackson County
Source: Main Street Sylva
Nov 14 · 6:30 PM
Classes & Workshops
Truffle Making Class
546 West Main Street, Sylva, NC 28779 · Sylva · Jackson County
Source: Main Street Sylva
Nov 19
Holiday
17th Annual Handmade Holiday Sale
Bardo Arts Center · Cullowhee · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Nov 26Worth the drive
Community
Gobble on the Green
The Village Green · Cashiers · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Nov 27Worth the drive
Community
Lights on the Green
The Village Green · Cashiers · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Nov 27–Nov 28Worth the drive
Festivals
Cashiers Festival of Trees
Summit Center · Cashiers · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Dec 4
Holiday
Sylva Tree Lighting
Downtown Sylva · Sylva · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Dec 4
Community
The Nutcracker featuring Ballet Conservatory of Asheville
Bardo Arts Center · Cullowhee · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Dec 5Worth the drive
Holiday
52nd Cashiers Christmas Peppermint Stick Parade
NC Highway 107, Cashiers · Cashiers · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Dec 5
Community
The Nutcracker featuring Ballet Conservatory of Asheville
Bardo Arts Center · Cullowhee · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Dec 6
Holiday
Sylva Christmas Parade
Downtown Sylva · Sylva · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Dec 12
Community
Sapphire Valley Ski Slopes Open
Sapphire Valley Resort · Sapphire · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Jan 21
Arts & Culture
Reception | 2027 School of Art and Design Faculty Biennial
Bardo Arts Center · Cullowhee · Jackson County
Source: Discover Jackson County
Oct 4–Oct 9Worth the drive
Community
CoCreators of a Delightful Expedition: Beauty, Breath, Bliss
Mountain Retreat and Learning Center · Highlands · Macon County
Source: Highlands Chamber / Visit Highlands
Oct 6–Oct 11
Community
Board Game Night at Quill’s Canteen
Quill's Canteen at Fontana Village · Fontana Dam · Swain County
Source: Explore Bryson City
Oct 6–Oct 11
Community
Brews & Bingo at Quill’s Canteen
Quill's Canteen at Fontana Village · Fontana Dam · Swain County
Source: Explore Bryson City
Oct 6–Oct 11
Community
Karaoke at Quill’s Canteen
Quill's Canteen at Fontana Village · Fontana Dam · Swain County
Source: Explore Bryson City
Oct 6–Oct 11
Live Music
Live Music at Quill’s Canteen
Quill's Canteen at Fontana Village · Fontana Dam · Swain County
Source: Explore Bryson City
Oct 6–Oct 11
Community
Trivia Tuesday at Quill’s Canteen
Quill's Canteen at Fontana Village · Fontana Dam · Swain County
Source: Explore Bryson City
Oct 8
Fundraisers
Night of Worship 25th Anniversary Fundraising Event
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts · Franklin · Macon County
Source: Highlands Chamber / Visit Highlands
Oct 8Worth the drive
Community
NCNPS 75th Anniversary celebration
Highlands Biological Station · Highlands · Macon County
Source: Highlands Chamber / Visit Highlands
Oct 8–Oct 10
Agriculture
Championship Walking Horse Show
McGough Arena · Fletcher · Henderson County
Source: WNC Agricultural Center
Oct 8 · 6:00 PM
Community
Inaugural Fall Night of Worship
https://maps.app.goo.gl/4eGG5YqQqWxcEEJK9 Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, Franklin, N.C. · Franklin · Macon County
Source: Jackson County Chamber / MountainLovers