An Exciting Year Ahead

Written By: Johanna Fein, Highlands Chamber of Commerce/ Visit Highlands, NC | Issue: Winter 2024

As we welcome the dawn of 2024, the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC, is pleased to unveil a dynamic calendar of events designed to foster community spirit and showcase the vibrancy of our charming mountain town.

Mark your calendar!

Snow Fest @ 4118 – January 27 and 28: Kick off the year with the magic of Snow Fest, a winter wonderland experience that promises chilly thrills and cozy delights.

Plateau Pickup – April 13: Give back to our community through Plateau Pickup, an initiative to keep Highlands pristine and beautiful.

Outdoor Concert Series – May through October: Embrace the rhythm of warmer days with our crowd-pleasing Outdoor Concert Series every Friday and Saturday, May through October.

Pop-Up Pipers – First Saturday, May through October: Enjoy the enchanting tunes of the Pop-Up Pipers, making your stroll through Highlands a melody-filled experience.

High Style – May 17 through 19: Elevate your fashion sense and explore the intersection of style and culture during the High Style event.

Volunteer Fair – June 6: Discover ways to give back and make a difference in our community at the Volunteer Fair, where opportunities to contribute abound.

Independence Day Concert & Fireworks – July 4: Commemorate and revel in the nation’s independence with a concert and fireworks display that lights up the Highlands sky.

Community Shred Event – August 29: Safeguard your identity and dispose of sensitive documents responsibly at our Community Shred Event.

Highlands Heritage Jamboree – October 12: Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Highlands with a day of music, dancing, moonshine, and more at the Highlands Heritage Jamboree.

Halloween on Main – October 31: Transform into your favorite ghost, goblin, or ghoul as Main Street Highlands becomes a spooky Halloween haven for trick-or-treaters.

Light Up the Park & Main – November 30: Welcome the holiday season with the magical illumination in our park, creating a festive atmosphere for all, including Santa Claus.

Highlands Christmas Parade – December 7: Celebrate the holidays with the joyous Highlands Christmas Parade, a heartwarming tradition that captivates young and old alike.

Lighting of the Menorah – December 25: Conclude the year with the Lighting of the Menorah, which marks the start of Hanukkah, an eight-day winter festival of lights, celebrated to mark the triumph of light over darkness.

For more information about these events or the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC, visit highlandschamber.org or call (828) 526-2112.

For information about other community events, please reach out to the respective host organizations or view the events calendar at highlandschamber.org.

Let’s Make 2024 a Year to Remember Together!