# All Events in Highlands - **City**: Highlands - **State**: North Carolina - **Country**: United States - **Continent**: North America - **Timezone**: -05:00 - **Currency**: USD - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/4a/3eb947ce48417e9f724bc0a3c8a200/USA-default.webp ## Highlands's Most-Loved ### Events Categories - [Music (29 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/music) - [Concert (10 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/concerts) - [Parties (21 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/parties) - [Food & Drinks (16 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/food-drinks) - [Festivals (20 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/festivals) - [Fine Arts (5 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/fine-arts) - [Health & Wellness (5 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/health-wellness) - [Cooking (7 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/cooking) - [Performances (13 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/performances) - [Dance (4 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/dance) - [Theatre (4 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/theatre) - [Trips & Adventure (1 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/trips-adventures) ## Popular Events in Highlands - **Event Name**: "RIVERKEEPER" Screening - **Description**: Join G&G at the Highlands Performing Arts Center for an exclusive screening of RIVERKEEPER, the award-winning documentary that follows 2024 Champion of Conservation Dr. Jackie Echols in her efforts to restore Atlanta’s South River - **Date**: Sat, 03 Oct at 01:30 pm – Sat, 03 Oct at 02:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/riverkeeper-screening-tickets/80002498051172 - **Venue**: Highlands Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2YThkYjc3NzliMGM0LmpwZw.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: entertainment, performances, festivals, workshops - **Event Name**: Highlander Mountain House Salon Series With Kathleen Edwards - **Description**: Enjoy world-class artists, songwriters, musicians, and storytellers in the coziest mountain tavern in western North Carolina.About this EventABOUT THE VENUEOur Salon Series happens - **Date**: Thu, 22 Oct at 08:30 pm – Thu, 22 Oct at 11:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/highlander-mountain-house-salon-series-with-kathleen-edwards/100001993569240263 - **Venue**: Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy85YmJmM2IzNTFhMGNlN2Q3MGNkZTVhNjZjZDBkMzAyYTI1M2NkZDIxMjkzMjA5MjVjZDU2N2I1YWY4YTZlYWI4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc5NS1kYzhjYjBiOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODM1NDkyMTc.avif - **Price**: USD 42 - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Music, Art, Workshops, literary-art, performances - **Event Name**: Outdoor Concert Series: Saturdays on Pine with Darren Nicholson Band - **Description**: Join us for Saturdays on Pine as part of the Outdoor Concert Series in Highlands, NC! Enjoy an evening of live music with Darren Nicholson Band on Saturday, September 26, from 5-7:30pm at Kelsey-Hutchinson Park. Bring a chair or blanket, gather with frie - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 18 - **Date**: Sat, 26 Sep at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/outdoor-concert-series-saturdays-on-pine-with-darren-nicholson-band/200030332971852 - **Venue**: Kelsey-Hutchinson Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9jOTJhMjk1MmZkNDc3ZGZmMGM0OTdhZjViMGI1MTc1ZDM1YjllNTk2OGQ4ZGMyODBkNWQ5YmNiYWZmZTNmYWEzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODI2NjQ2OQ.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music - **Event Name**: Dolly Parton Day - **Description**: πŸ’–πŸ€  DOLLY PARTON DAY at 4118 Kitchen + Bar! πŸ€ πŸ’– Join us Friday, September 25 for a Dolly-inspired celebration full of pink, sparkle & country fun! 🍹 Drink Specials 🍴 Food Specials πŸ‘— Best Dressed Wins a Prize! 🎢 Good Music & Good Times πŸ’–πŸ€  DOLLY PAR - **Date**: Fri, 25 Sep at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/dolly-parton-day/200030674419930 - **Venue**: 64 Highlands Plaza, Highlands, NC - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9lODZlYjQxMWYzNjkxYTkxZmZlNjM1NDc2NmVhN2NhNTczMGU2NzQ3ZTM3MDJmNzIyYjU4Zjc4YTE1MDMzZDk1LXJpbWctdzEwMjQtaDE1MzYtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODg4NTAyOTA.avif - **Event Name**: Outdoor Concert Series: Friday Night Live with Shortoff Mountain Boys - **Description**: Join us for Friday Night Live as part of the Outdoor Concert Series in Highlands, NC! Enjoy an evening of live music with Shortoff Mountain Boys on Friday, September 25, from 6-8:30pm at Town Square. This local bluegrass group features some of WNC’s most - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Fri, 25 Sep at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/outdoor-concert-series-friday-night-live-with-shortoff-mountain-boys/200030323133546 - **Venue**: Town Square - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy84YjYxMjMyNTBjYzA5YTEwZWI3M2ZjMzVmYjg3OTYwMTIxNDYzZjAxZDg3NjgyNTA5ZjJmZjllNjAyN2EzNmY4LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODI2NjQ3Mw.avif - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts, live-music - **Event Name**: Highlander Mountain House Salon Series With Bobby Bare Jr. - **Description**: Enjoy world-class artists, songwriters, musicians, and storytellers in the coziest mountain tavern in western North Carolina.About this EventABOUT THE VENUEOur Salon Series happens - **Date**: Thu, 24 Sep at 08:30 pm – Thu, 24 Sep at 11:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/highlander-mountain-house-salon-series-with-bobby-bare-jr/100001996346697713 - **Venue**: Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8yOTk4ODRlMGQzYjA1YmM0ZjE4YzFiYjQ1ZjFlNDc5NGU0MzkxZTcwNzgwMTU4MTViZTM0NzA5MjM5ZTMwOGJkLXJpbWctdzExNzktaDExNTktZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg2MDg5MTI5.avif - **Price**: USD 42 - **Categories**: music, art, entertainment, country-music-festivals - **Event Name**: Highlands on the Half-Shell with Highlands Biological Foundation - **Description**: Join Highlands Biological Foundation Sunday, October 4 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM for an outdoor Cajun-inspired celebration in the heart of Highlands. Set in the cozy Valentine Meadow at the Highlands Biological Station, this festive evening features a feast of - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 14 - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct at 04:00 pm – Sun, 04 Oct at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/highlands-on-the-half-shell-with-highlands-biological-foundation/200030596565027 - **Venue**: 888 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC 28741-8470, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9mOGNkMmRkODI0NTViZmMwM2RhMDE4OTAzYjMzZWFjMWJjOTZmNjg2NWRiNGQyYWQyN2FlZWU4NDA3ZTYxZTkyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzNy1kYzg4ODg5OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODY3MjU5NQ.avif - **Categories**: Nonprofit - **Event Name**: Highlander Mountain House Salon Series with S.G. Goodman - **Description**: Enjoy world-class artists, songwriters, musicians, and storytellers in the coziest mountain tavern in western North Carolina.About this EventABOUT THE VENUE:Our Salon Series happen - **Date**: Thu, 19 Nov at 08:30 pm – Thu, 19 Nov at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/highlander-mountain-house-salon-series-with-sg-goodman/100001993562408830 - **Venue**: Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9iZjIwZTVkYmMyMzMwOTliMWQ3NDFiMWI5NjY0NTJkYjdmN2Y5YzA3NGJlNzk0N2FhMzFmOTU0OWI5MTliMWE2LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDk1MS1kYzA1MDYwMi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODM1NDkwNTI.avif - **Price**: USD 42 - **Categories**: music, entertainment, art, dog, workshops, live-music, kentucky-derby - **Event Name**: Highlands Book Release with Diane McPhail & J.Tom Morgan - **Description**: Please join acclaimed local authors Diane McPhail and former district attorney J.Tom Morgan in conversation about their latest books.About this EventDescriptionTwo local authors, t - **Date**: Tue, 29 Sep at 05:00 pm – Tue, 29 Sep at 07:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/highlands-book-release-with-diane-mcphail-and-jtom-morgan/100002000021513185 - **Venue**: Highlands Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9lZjQzODgwNTg5ODkyYWQxYjU4OTI5OTQzMjMyZjU4NmQ3ZThiNmQ3YzVkMWY1NTM4ZjMyYWIwYTA3Yzc1NThiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTMtZGM4ODM4MTgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg4OTEyOTcy.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Highlander Mountain House Salon Series With Tift Merritt - **Description**: Enjoy world-class artists, songwriters, musicians, and storytellers in the coziest mountain tavern in western North Carolina.About this EventABOUT THE VENUEOur Salon Series happens - **Date**: Thu, 17 Dec at 08:30 pm – Thu, 17 Dec at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/highlander-mountain-house-salon-series-with-tift-merritt/100001992447041737 - **Venue**: Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9hYWI5NmFmZGQ1ODhmMTgyOTE5NDA2YjA2NzczYjhkY2YyNDZjMzQyMTRmM2JmMDZkZWE2NzIwNDQ2ODczYjkzLXJpbWctdzExNTItaDE1MDQtZGM1YzJhMTUtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgyMzc2MzIx.avif - **Price**: USD 53 - **Categories**: fitness, Music, Entertainment, Workshops, Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Mark O'Connor in Highlands - **Description**: 🎀 Join Mark O'Connor LIVE at Highlands Performing Arts Center on Saturday, November 21, 2026! 🎀 Here is the moment you've been waiting for! Mark O'Connor is coming to Highlands Performing Arts Center - **Date**: Sat, 21 Nov at 07:30 pm – Sat, 21 Nov at 09:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/mark-oconnor-in-highlands/3300030440776808 - **Venue**: Highlands Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy82ZTgwNmQ1MC04NWY4LTExZjEtYTQ5MS1jMzM1MWUzNzFjNDEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMDAwMDAwLWdtaXIud2VicD92PTE3ODQ3NDM3NDc.avif - **Categories**: performances, Art, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Co-Creators Convergence: Beauty ~ Breath ~ Bliss - **Description**: Beauty ~ Breath ~ Bliss Where Beauty is felt, Breath becomes sacred, & Bliss arises. A Co-Creative Gathering This is a co-creative event. All who feel inspired to share an experiential offering that reflects the spirit of this year’s theme are warml - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Sun, 04 Oct at 03:00 pm – Fri, 09 Oct at 12:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/co-creators-convergence-beauty-~-breath-~-bliss/200030366584012 - **Venue**: The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy80ZjE2M2I3ZjMyMTA0MzlkNmRjYzlhYzI2OTVjNGNiZWU5OGZiYWNkYWFkM2Y5MDM0ZWFlMDAwMjk2MzZkNzhlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODA0MzY3Mw.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness, art, meditation, live-music - **Event Name**: Courage For Jean: Highlands Mountain Mystery - **Description**: Thanks for joining us! We're excited to help you explore, discover, and enjoy the outdoors!About this Event Social Adventures by GabrielleConnect. Discover. Play your way. - **Date**: Mon, 14 Sep at 10:00 am – Mon, 21 Sep at 10:00 am (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/courage-for-jean-highlands-mountain-mystery/100002000740601999 - **Venue**: Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy85ZWRjNDM5NjZiMGQxYjQ4ZGI5NTAzNzgxOWFjMjI2N2Q5ZTZkODUzOWI2MWMxODc3Nzc2YzhjMjhkMTk0MTlmLXJpbWctdzEwMzAtaDc2MC1kYzM4NTg2OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODkyMzUyMjY.avif - **Price**: USD 23 - **Categories**: fitness, trips-adventures, Photography - **Event Name**: Path Within Retreat 2026 - **Description**: You’ve spent years caring for others. This weekend is an invitation to care for yourself. πŸ“… November 13-15, 2026 πŸ“ The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center Highlands, North Carolina Life has changed. Maybe the children have grown up. Maybe your car - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 10 - **Date**: Fri, 13 Nov at 02:00 pm – Sun, 15 Nov at 01:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/path-within-retreat-2026/200030571522132 - **Venue**: The Mountain Retreat & Learning Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zN2JiZGY0NWU4MzEzMDQ0MjhkMjA5MDNlMjJmZDg5NjRkYzcxZWFmMjAwY2U2NmYwMWZmMDBlMDg4ZGMwYWYwLXJpbWctdzk2MC1oMzk5LWRjMTgxODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MjQwODQw.avif - **Categories**: health-wellness - **Event Name**: Sean Dietrich - **Description**: πŸ“ Venue: Walhalla Performing Arts Center 🏠 Address: 101 East North Broad Street, Highlands, NC 29691 πŸŒ† City: Highlands πŸ“ Location: 35.0567, -83.1954πŸŽ‰ Prepare to be amazed at Sean Dietrich, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 - **Date**: Sun, 06 Dec at 12:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/sean-dietrich/3200029571910847 - **Venue**: Walhalla Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mNjRhY2VhMC0xNWNlLTExZjEtODgzMy1lZjFjYjFlNjliMTMtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMTIwMC1kYzAwMDAwMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzI0MTE0MDY.avif - **Categories**: performances, entertainment, art, calendar - **Event Name**: The Curated Closet Ribbon Cutting - **Description**: Join the Highlands Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the unveiling of The Curated Closet, a luxury resale boutique featuring designer consignments and thoughtfully curated style. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 20 - **Date**: Thu, 24 Sep at 04:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/the-curated-closet-ribbon-cutting/200030548214505 - **Venue**: 468 Carolina Way, Highlands, NC 28741-0539, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMzhiNDY5MGU1NTUyMzBlNDc1OGY1ZjFmMjExZGMyZWM4ZDcxY2VkMTdhMzQ1MTMyMGFlY2ZiYzMxMWMxYWJmZi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGNmOGU4ZDgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODg1NDI1ODQ.avif - **Categories**: art - **Event Name**: Hosted Weekends at Half-Mile Farm - **Description**: Half-Mile Farm's in-house guests will be treated to hosted events with guest chefs, authors, artists, and more, including complimentary tastings, book signings, fun demonstrations, and live music! These are private events for guests of Half-Mile Farm and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri, 04 Dec at 06:00 pm – Fri, 04 Dec at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/highlands/hosted-weekends-at-half-mile-farm/200030666245143 - **Venue**: 214 Half Mile Dr, Highlands, NC 28741, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvY2VmNWMzOWQ4MmM2ODczMGFiOWJlZWQ5NjU0Njc3N2M1ODQ3YTY4Y2JlZGIxYzEyOWQ5ZWEzYzc0NzRlNmFjZi1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWgxNzk5LWRjMjgxODA4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4NjkzNjQz.avif - **Categories**: art, music, kentucky-derby, live-music, food-drinks, literary-art, entertainment ## Browse Events in Highlands by Date - [Events Today in Highlands](https://allevents.in/highlands/today) - [Events This Weekend in Highlands](https://allevents.in/highlands/this-weekend) - [Events in September 2026 in Highlands](https://allevents.in/highlands/september) - [Events in October 2026 in Highlands](https://allevents.in/highlands/october) ## Moments from Events in Highlands - **Review**: "Band at 6:00pm on Saturday was ok but the country band not so much. food and vendors was grand." - **Rating**: 4/5 - **By**: tamala lane - **Event**: 44th Annual Morganton Festival at Downtown Morganton, North Carolina - **Date**: 2026-09-13 14:29:50 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/3a/6aa84f003849afa25ff675fac18c99/images/d5a7ba0e416a5ce645540749a4e995a37e2bc39a1601015a6eb5bc243ec1c9e2_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Review**: "Had an awesome time and learned so much about boundaries, gentleness and kindness!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: sharon deare - **Event**: Mindful Horsemanship at Equuvation Therapy + Education Center at Equuvation Therapy + Education Center, Statesville NC - **Date**: 2026-08-23 14:52:35 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/48/41a335edcb46739e8f6c43365b2093/images/IMG_3715.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ-LQBYK7zlsygmkCNh_gtiwe1tJpiaafni_cj5he81KMsi31DB=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Great event! Food and fun with some great bands." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Jody Corry - **Event**: Brookings Bash 2026 at Brookings Outfitters 88 Cashiers Lake Rd., Cashiers, NC, United States, North Carolina 28717 - **Date**: 2026-09-08 12:34:17 - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKMHF5Dcu4Lp-fW52FXDzwknRlk63i_39h1TGK9e3E8X-ns0A=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Emily was wonderful at explaining how to make different tea and salves. She had brought in dandelion stems, and we made salve to take home. I will be definitely going to her next seminar." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: tina Labella - **Event**: Yard Medicine Workshop w/ Emily at 319 W Main St, Pilot Mountain, NC, United States, North Carolina 27041 - **Date**: 2026-08-09 14:31:06 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/37/b49e75e6994d6abcaab3d1cf0f5b2e/images/IMG_0093.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/36a5294e12e70cf0d161f616b8a8702b?s=100&d=identicon&r=g?sz=200 - **Review**: "from childhood/ author came to my elementary school, demonstrated Japanese painting and signed book" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: lynn kenchel - **Event**: Inventory Reduction Book Sale at 678 S Haywood St, Waynesville, NC 28786-3197, United States - **Date**: 2026-07-19 19:11:31 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/10/e6cd6906904881873c983a12181310/images/b8f5a7d6c84067412fe4e352be45b8ec_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Review**: "Melissa is a great teacher. I so appreciate the time she gives me. new skills each time" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Janet Chinners - **Event**: Dandelion with Butterfly Acrylic Painting with Melissa at 95 Slope Street, Bryson City, NC - **Date**: 2026-07-12 14:28:44 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/0c/48e3accc8b4c6596c677b73c88fc0d/images/9342379ea4455f138859a97cfe5b78aa_exif.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJWqXe1OXemEUwEsyU-aQhtUwqPGeO-AO9Wun2w0yFpsWbuHg=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "It was much better than I expected; loved it. My wife and I will return" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: william coleman - **Event**: 6th Annual All White Affair ( General Admission-Lawn Chair and Tents Only at 332 Axtell Ridgeway Road, Norlina, NC, USA - **Date**: 2026-07-01 02:55:03 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/7f/135ea054bf4d7ba97413dad8b0e3bb/images/IMG_2056.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Review**: "Disorganized chaos but after searching through the uniforms I was able to piece together 2 sets." - **Rating**: 4/5 - **By**: Anita James - **Event**: SCRUBS & UNIFORMS WAREHOUSE SALE – UP TO 70% - Fayetteville, NC - Saturday, August 29 | 10AM – 6PM at Springhill Suites by Marriott Fayetteville/Fort Liberty - **Date**: 2026-09-07 14:25:08 - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/87c6ef30-9270-11f1-8f1c-cf8ce96ac258-rimg-w200-h200-dc887858-gmir - **Review**: "What an awesome event! Ms Taylor did a fantastic job organizing and running the event!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Tangy Squeeze - **Event**: Annual Juneteenth Unity & Heritage Festival at Downtown Goldsboro - **Date**: 2026-06-21 15:33:56 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/d4/57472649f7442189c802bee0eb4e20/images/image_picker_3CEB8068-DEFC-4A03-9ADA-3B2D6825D6DC-15595-00000EC84788BB95.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIS6PFM9moGVTpLbxLYsTI2AUBljUImbiEhAlA3WQHQGYisNw=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "A2C is always a wonderful venue for vender events and the one on the weekend of the 13th and 14th was no different." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Lance Britt - **Event**: A2C Sizzling Summer Festival at 2501 Onslow Dr, Jacksonville, NC - **Date**: 2026-06-15 15:41:09 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/e5/e295a91cdb4a5c9d8cf5dbc19e9561/images/Maria-A2C-001.webp - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/70f49ed694c3f40f98ac6e661ad577fd8c8fa29234a7b524dba865df809a3ec1-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1663518006 - **Review**: "It was awesome and to keep us safe they blocked the streets with dump trucks." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: David T - **Event**: 4th Annual Cars and Carnivores Street Festival at Historic Downtown Wake Forest - **Date**: 2026-06-08 00:52:23 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/29/02f025003647609d5d917947c88c16/images/1000012927.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLCfDnqz2JHdfWr3X062tig5T8V6DlVuBHwdJa44CeQFfNdnMXCaA=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Gypzy Road Jewelry has an Amazing Selection of traditional Punk crafts AND contemporary jewelry" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Genevieve Woodall - **Event**: June 5th FAB Friday πŸŽ‰ at Central Street, Rutherfordton, NC - **Date**: 2026-06-07 20:49:15 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/30/092b8fc7cd491a8d43c539103de8d1/images/IMG_20260601_114003312_HDR.webp - **User Avatar**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/5d77de7e167ddba800cfdf7a50ecc6b99da6e9c24f7f26a7cbb50fe4b73b01b4-rimg-w300-h300-dc030202-gmir?v=1777582807 - **Review**: "I can't believe this was the cast's first night showcasing this play! Awesome acting and singing!!!" - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: Stephanie Waller - **Event**: The Inheritance-Stage play at Hayti Heritage Center/St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc. - **Date**: 2026-08-30 15:26:52 - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJIXJHDxU_rfdEm5QNoTTi561wJRJaB3o3L8Lt-vtwz48Jozg=s96-c?sz=200 - **Review**: "Love Mount Holly Nights! Great town setti5, well managed and a good number of vendors." - **Rating**: 4/5 - **By**: billy scully - **Event**: Mount Holly Nights - The Chain at 131 S Main St, Mt Holly, NC 28120-1618, United States - **Date**: 2026-06-07 07:46:30 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/b4/aab712a9e046de875c9bf941bcd353/images/PXL_20260605_233031357.webp - **User Avatar**: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/27161d8c8828a4b8873ff95248e84665?s=800&d=identicon&r=g - **Review**: "Beautiful scenery, great venue, awesome band." - **Rating**: 5/5 - **By**: David S - **Event**: Umphrey's McGee at Pisgah Brewing Company - **Date**: 2026-05-25 12:16:19 - **Photo**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/cb/4def78910846d3bf609008333b0920/images/image_picker_90484249-B15B-470C-A81B-25C9601B7B53-13532-000003697F23F8BD.webp - **User Avatar**: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJtEc25fRsOWiRP9-FCbT2kBgzeSWtn9FizE1dHb1XWBDfYXQ=s96-c?sz=200 - (more moments omitted) ## Frequently Asked Questions - **Q**: What are the top events happening in Highlands? - **A:** Here are the top events in Highlands: "RIVERKEEPER" Screening (Sat, 03 Oct at 01:30 pm, at Highlands Performing Arts Center), Highlander Mountain House Salon Series With Kathleen Edwards (Thu, 22 Oct at 08:30 pm, at Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern, Highlands), Outdoor Concert Series: Saturdays on Pine with Darren Nicholson Band (Sat, 26 Sep at 05:00 pm, at Kelsey-Hutchinson Park, Highlands), Dolly Parton Day (Fri, 25 Sep at 07:00 pm, at 64 Highlands Plaza, Highlands, NC), Outdoor Concert Series: Friday Night Live with Shortoff Mountain Boys (Fri, 25 Sep at 06:00 pm, at Town Square, Highlands). - **Q**: How can I find events happening in Highlands? - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Highlands on AllEvents.in. Browse by category, date, or venue to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Highlands? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular event venues in Highlands? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Highlands include Highlands Performing Arts Center, Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern, Kelsey-Hutchinson Park, 64 Highlands Plaza, Highlands, NC, Town Square. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Highlands? - **A:** Follow Highlands on AllEvents.in to receive notifications when new events are listed in your city. ## Highlands at a Glance - **Total Upcoming Events**: 31 - **Followers**: 219 - **Trending Now**: This Weekend: 11, Live Music: 7 ## Trending Categories in Highlands - [This Weekend (11 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/this-weekend) - [Festivals (8 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/festivals) - [Live Music (7 events)](https://allevents.in/highlands/live-music) ## Seasonal & Special Events in Highlands - [Thanksgiving Weekend In Highlands 2026](https://allevents.in/highlands/thanksgiving) - [Best Pumpkin Patches Near Highlands](https://allevents.in/highlands/pumpkin-patch) ## Explore Highlands - [Car Shows 2026 In United States](https://allevents.in/events/car-shows-in-usa) - [Back To School 2026 Events & Giveaways In The USA](https://allevents.in/events/back-to-school-events-in-usa) - [Halloween 2026 Events & Celebrations In The USA](https://allevents.in/events/halloween-events-celebrations-in-usa) - [Labor Day 2026 Events & Celebrations In The USA](https://allevents.in/events/labor-day-celebrations-in-usa) - [Highlands Festival Guide 2026](https://allevents.in/highlands/festivals) - [Events & Things To Do In Highlands This Weekend](https://allevents.in/highlands/this-weekend) - [Live Music Events Near Highlands](https://allevents.in/highlands/live-music) ## Events in Nearby Cities - [Events in Cashiers, North Carolina, United States](https://allevents.in/cashiers) - [Events in Franklin, North Carolina, United States](https://allevents.in/franklin-nc) - [Events in Clayton, Georgia, United States](https://allevents.in/clayton-ga) - [Events in Cullowhee, North Carolina, United States](https://allevents.in/cullowhee) - [Events in Tiger, Georgia, United States](https://allevents.in/tiger)