Don’t miss the annual Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival coming to the Village Green in Cashiers the weekend of Friday, October 10 through Sunday, October 12.
Each year as the weather turns cooler and the changing autumn leaves are at the height of their blazing color show, national and regional artisans make their way to the Village Green for this annual celebration.
This year, 100 carefully selected artisans will fill the Green with an array of handmade treasures. From returning favorites to exciting new faces, visitors can look forward to discovering unique handcrafted items including woodwork, furniture, pottery, jewelry, garden sculptures, textiles carvings, paintings, and much more. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or searching for the perfect gift, you’re sure to find something special.
Families can also enjoy kid-friendly activities all weekend long. The Jackson County Recreation Center will host games for children, and on Friday and Saturday, Highlands-Cashiers Hospital will host the popular Teddy Bear Hospital. Kids can bring their own beloved bears or adopt one on-site and learn how to triage and treat “boo-boos” with help from local medical professionals. What a great opportunity for children to become comfortable with and gain an insider’s view of medical care.
During this three-day event, as thousands of visitors make their way through the myriad of craft booths they can also enjoy the abundance of food and drink available, because let’s be honest what festival would be complete without great food. Local and area favorites including Chili Loco, French Broad Pastry, Country Kettle Corn, Crossroads Custard, Immortal Juice Company, Under the Reign Lemonade, and others will be on hand to keep you fed and hydrated while you enjoy your perfect fall day.
Music is an integral part of this annual celebration and once again this year the festival is proud to showcase local and regional talent including singer/songwriters Alma Russ and Brook Campbell. and bluegrass group Young Mountain Magic, among others. Performances are scheduled throughout the festival.
Village Green community events coordinator Mattilynn Sneed says “we’re lucky to be in a region with a vibrant music community with strong roots in traditional Appalachian and folk music, and we’re really pleased to be showcasing our local talent.”
The festival starts at 10:00 A.M. and ends at 5:00 P.M. on Friday and Saturday. Sunday hours are from 10:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M.
Parking is free and restrooms are available. For more information, go to villagegreencashiersnc.com or visit their Facebook page.
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