The Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC invites residents and visitors to celebrate the season with a festive lineup of events. From ice skating under the stars to the annual Christmas Parade and Lighting of the Menorah, Highlands offers holiday traditions that bring warmth and wonder to the mountains.
Leadership Highlands, a signature community engagement program of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC, proudly announces the graduation of its Class of 2025.
When the clock strikes 9 pm on Mondays, something stirs in the mist over the Highlands Plateau. Not the wind… not the owls… but the pulse of Halloween Baking Championship—the bewitching hour on Food Network.
The Macon County Community Foundation, a North Carolina Community Foundation affiliate, has awarded $14,390 in grants to eight organizations supporting the local community.
The wait is over. Bring on the music, mountains, and revelry!
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The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. 
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever. 
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Join us for live music at The Vineyard at High Holly! Vineyard open hours 12-6 PM. |
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Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! 
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round.
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever.
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever. |
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Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! 
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! 
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. |
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A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices! 
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Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises. 
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation. |
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A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices! 
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What happens when the bands, camels, and floats arrive in Highlands? An amazing small-town Christmas Parade that you don't want to miss!
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green). 
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Come for the parade and stay for a delicious Pork BBQ lunch at Church of the Incarnation. |
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The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
Set in the Land of Oz, before and after Dorothy Gale’s arrival from Kansas, Elphaba and Glinda’s friendship is put to the test as they embrace their new respective identities as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch of the North, and how the consequences of their actions will change all of Oz forever.
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Join us for live music at The Vineyard at High Holly! Vineyard open hours 12-6 PM. |
2 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
3 events,
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness. 
Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device, like an iPad, smartphone or laptop, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution-
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Interested in learning how to play the Chinese, tile-based game of Mahjong? Now is your chance! 
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Mountain Theatre Company at our annual holiday spectacular! |
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Join a welcoming group of people that understand what you are going through. We come together to offer each other support, resources, and a listening ear.
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness! |
11 events,
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Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation. 
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Sarah and David are single strangers who meet at a mutual friend’s wedding and soon, through a surprising twist of fate, find themselves on a funny, fantastical, sweeping adventure together where they get to re-live important moments from their respective pasts, illuminating how they got to where they are in the present... and possibly getting a chance to alter their futures. |
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Your favorite vendors from the Saturday Farmer's Market (plus a few extras) will be warm and cozy indoors at the Highlands Rec Center with fresh produce, locally made bakery treats, specialty foods, handcrafted gifts, unique products, artful jewelry, Haitian metal art, and a FREE cup of Haitian Coffee we all know and love.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green). 
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Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance Wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every […]
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Bring your guitar, banjo, harmonica, mandolin, fiddle or rhythm instrument and join the fun at an informal jam session at the public library in Cashiers!
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
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Join us for live music at The Vineyard at High Holly! Vineyard open hours 12-6 PM. |
2 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
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The Mr. Pickles Christmas Sweater Contest starts NOW!
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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Experience the magic of “It’s a Wonderful Life” in a festive live radio theater performance by the Highlands Cashiers Players. Enjoy holiday music, heartwarming storytelling, and a joyful community celebration. This free December 16 show includes cake, champagne, and cheer. It is our gift to Highlands for 30 wonderful years. |
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Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness. 
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Do you love holiday baking? If so, we invite you to participate in CLE’s FREE cookie exchange on Wednesday, December 17th from 10am to noon!
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Sarah and David are single strangers who meet at a mutual friend’s wedding and soon, through a surprising twist of fate, find themselves on a funny, fantastical, sweeping adventure together where they get to re-live important moments from their respective pasts, illuminating how they got to where they are in the present... and possibly getting a chance to alter their futures.
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Mountain Theatre Company at our annual holiday spectacular! |
10 events,
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. |
15 events,
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Recurring
A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices!
Featured
Recurring
Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation. |
15 events,
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Recurring
A non-profit resale store featuring furniture, home accessories, lamps, tools, linens, pictures, tableware and more at reasonable prices!
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green). 
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Guess what, boys and girls? Santa Claus is coming to town.
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The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. 
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3 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. |
3 events,
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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5 events,
Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
Have you ever received the gift of a new digital device, like an iPad, smartphone or laptop, but had no idea how to use it? Hudson Library has the perfect solution- 
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. |
6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Fridays in December, we’re opening the cellar and keeping the Nest pouring until 8:00 p.m. Expect featured champagnes, cozy reds, and bottle discounts you won’t see every day. Holiday snacks are on: spiced pecans, bacon‑wrapped figs, and a few surprises.
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
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6 events,
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at Highlander Mountain House from 1-3 PM.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. |
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Bring your guitar, banjo, harmonica, mandolin, fiddle or rhythm instrument and join the fun at an informal jam session at the public library in Cashiers!
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Featured
Recurring
Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. |
3 events,
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Studio Alive is a group of dedicated artists that share a passion for drawing from live models. The group meets in The Bascom’s Adult Studio on select Mondays, year-round. 
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Join High Country Wine & Provisions for a grand tour of the wine regions of Italy, venturing from Piedmont to Sicily, where you will taste 10 exceptional wines, including selections from iconic estates such as Gaja, Ornellaia, and Giuseppe Gorelli! |
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Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
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Join us for Wednesday's classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
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Join us for an extraordinary NYE Wine Dinner at The Vineyard at High Holly — where great wine, incredible food, and the perfect atmosphere come together for one magical night.
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Admission is $8 and includes skate rentals. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M
$8
Enjoy a warming flow of postures to strengthen and tone the breath, body and mind.
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Come join us for lunch each Thursday at 11:30 at a local restaurant and then quilting at the church. Held at St Jude's Catholic Church in Cashiers. 
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4 events,
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
A gentle and accessible yoga class designed for anyone who prefers or benefits from the support of a chair. This class is ideal for those with limited mobility, recovering from injury, or seeking a low-impact way to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance, and promote relaxation.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M.
$8
Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday at Happ's Place in Glenville. |
5 events,
Over the decades, The Church of the Good Shepherd’s annual Bazaar has earned a regional reputation. It’s only natural that it’s mushroomed into the year-round Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 West (at Shoppes on the Green).
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at Highlander Mountain House from 1-3 PM.
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates) Coffee and Hot Chocolate will also be available. For any additional information, please call the Highlands Parks & Recreation Dept. at 828-526-3556. Hours are Thursday 3:30 to 8 P.M., Friday 3:30 to 10 P.M., Saturday 1:00 to 10:00 P.M., and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 P.M. 
Join us each Saturday at 4:00 pm for Unfurl Wellness Spa’s Sound Bath, a serene experience designed to help you reset and reconnect.
Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday at Happ's Place in Glenville. |
