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Highlands Fire & Rescue Open House
2026-08-08 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Highlands Fire & Rescue, 149 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Families can enjoy free hot dogs, fire truck rides, rescue demonstrations, and a kids’ agility drill, plus car seat checks by certified technicians. It’s a lively, hands‑on day celebrating the department’s service and dedication to Highlands — a chance to meet local firefighters, explore the trucks, and learn more about safety in a fun, welcoming setting.
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Saturdays on Pine Concert Series | Live Music with Blake Ellege + The Resonators
2026-08-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Saturdays on Pine Featuring a variety of popular regional bands and musicians
Blake Ellege and the Resonators deliver authentic classic country with fiddle, guitar, doghouse bass, and pedal steel. Covering hits from the Golden Age to the 1990s, Blake, an international recording artist, Grammy member, American Idol Golden Ticket winner, and 2022 Josie Music Awards “Outlaw Country Artist of the Year,” brings award-winning talent to every performance.
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Friday Night Vibes | Live Music with Katie & Ezra at High Country Wine & Provisions
2026-08-07 18:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Katie & Ezra set the tone as music drifts through High Country Wine Provisions. Their acoustic style leans warm and melodic — easy harmonies, bright guitar work, and a relaxed sound that fits a Highlands evening.
Grab a glass, settle in with friends, and ease into a smooth Friday night — the perfect setting for a relaxed mountain night.
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Community Barn Dance at The Bascom
2026-08-06 17:30 - 19:30 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Jackson Grimm’s Old Time Machine leads the music at the Community Barn Dance, with Old Time Country Dance Caller Harrison Keeley guiding dancers through traditional squares and reels. The evening offers an easy, welcoming introduction to Appalachian dance, inviting everyone to join in and enjoy the rhythm, the camaraderie, and the simple joy of moving together.
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Orchard Sessions | Live Music with Shane Meade and the Sound at The Farm at Old Edwards
2026-08-05 18:00 | The Farm at Old Edwards, 336 Arnold Road, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Formed in 2005, the folk-rock group combines infectious vocals with feel good grooves and has the uncanny ability of turning even the largest of venues into an intimate musical experience. Through a diverse mix of acoustic and full band performances, SMS has established a career marked by steady artistic growth and relentless touring efforts throughout the southeast, Virgin Islands, and selected cities nationwide.
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Beth Poindexter Luxe Trunk Show at Josephine's Emporium
2026-08-06 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-07 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Josephine’s Emporium, 40 Burns St,, Cashiers, NC, 28741, United States
Browse beautiful vintage luxury goods from Beth Poindexter Luxe during her annual trunk show at Josephine’s Emporium in Cashiers, August 6–8 from 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and by appointment.
Explore Beth’s curated collection of vintage designer handbags, scarves, jewelry, and accessories from Hermès, Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, and more!
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Return. Renew. Recalibrate with Dr. Sue Aery, DC, MS at Fusion House
2026-08-08 13:00 - 16:00 | NC
Reconnect with your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive in this engaging, educational workshop designed specifically for women. Discover practical strategies to restore energy, support metabolism, improve digestion, and reclaim your vitality.
Each registration includes a copy of Dr. Sue’s book: 10 Simple Steps to Better Health: A Guide to Health and Wellness for Everyone. $125/person or share the experience with a friend for $200. (828) 743-9000.
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Dead Artists Gallery Showcase at Acorns
2026-08-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Acorns, 212 S 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
A special showcase at Acorns in Highlands brings the Dead Artists Gallery collection to life—featuring a curated mix of antique and vintage paintings, each with its own story and character. It’s a chance to experience (and take home) one-of-a-kind pieces that add warmth, history, and personality to any space.
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Warehouse Sale at The Summer House by Reeves
2026-08-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-04 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 17:00 | The Summer House by Reeves, 2089 Dillard Road, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Discover exceptional savings during the Warehouse Sale, August 3–August 15, with up to 75% off select items and 40% off outdoor furniture.
Explore luxury home furnishings for any style at 2089 Dillard Road, Highlands, Monday–Saturday 9:00–5:00.
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Guest Chef Dinner | Chef Michael Izzard at Highlander Mountain House
2026-08-03 18:00 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Highlander Mountain House welcomes Chef Michael Izzard this summer for an intimate chef dinner series at The Ruffed Grouse.
Held every other Monday beginning July 20th, each evening will feature a single seating with only 18 guests. The five-course tasting menu highlights seasonal ingredients and fermentation-driven, live fire technique, shaped by Chef Izzard’s path through some of the country’s most respected kitchens.
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Compassionate Communication with Yourself and Others: Yoga for the Mind at Fusion House
2026-08-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Fusion House, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join Fusion House for a refreshing “workout” for your communication practices.
Cultivate greater self-awareness, empathy, connection, and emotional resilience in both our inner dialogue and conversations with others.
Guided by Zemo Trevathan, a coach and trainer with more than three decades of experience. Pre-register (828) 743-9000 or fusionhouse828.com/workshops
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Carol Misner Art Showcase at Acorns
2026-08-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Acorns, 212 S 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
There is no mistaking Carol Misner’s botanical paintings. Each piece is her unique interpretation of the flora, in monochromatic tones, reflecting the simple beauty, gracefulness, and fragility of the botanical it portrays. Ms. Misner so delicately layers her acrylics to achieve a diaphanous, gossamer quality that it has been said her works resemble x-rays in watercolor. The majority of Ms. Misner’s subjects come from the beautiful flora she finds in her community and in her travels.
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Live Music Mondays at The Stubborn Bull
2026-07-20 17:30, 2026-07-27 17:30, 2026-08-03 17:30 | The Stubborn Bull, 445 N 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Every Monday night, The Stubborn Bull in Highlands enjoys a variety of music from up & coming artists from across the upstate & western NC.
‍All the fun starts at 5:30 so be sure to get in early to grab your seat in the bar!
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Salon Series | Live Music with Iris Copperman at Highlander Mountain House
2026-07-23 20:30 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Our Salon Series happens in our Ruffed Grouse Tavern at the Highlander Mountain House Hotel.
Make dinner reservations before the show during service hours 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm if you choose, then enjoy an incredible music performance by Iris Copperman (separate event ticket must be purchased).
Parking available on the property or street behind HMH. Seating for the show is first come first serve.
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Zahner Conservation Lecture Series at Highlands Nature Center
2026-08-06 18:00 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Plastic Pollution on the Plateau: An Overview of Microplastics Research in the Southern Appalachians
Featured Speaker | Jason Love, Associate Director of Highlands Biological Station, Western Carolina University
Microplastics are a growing environmental and human health concern. Recent research from HBS and others shows that microplastics are being deposited from the atmosphere, where they end up in the environment, including soils, forested headwater streams, valley rivers, and in both terrestrial and aquatic animals. This presentation will provide an overview of plastic pollution, including research from the Plateau and surrounding region.
Sponsored by Paul Manos & Diane Lennox
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Zahner Conservation Lecture Series at Highlands Nature Center
2026-07-30 18:00 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Connecting Appalachia: Wildlife Connectivity, Corridors, and Road Crossings
Featured Speaker | Liz Hillard, PhD, Senior Wildlife Biologist-Appalachian Region for Wildlands Network
This talk explores efforts to understand and improve wildlife connectivity across the Appalachian region, from local road crossing projects to large-scale corridor planning. It will highlight how wildlife crossing structures, habitat connectivity, and landscape scale conservation vision can work together to improve wildlife conservation.
Sponsored by Lori & Ed Heys
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Zahner Conservation Lecture Series at Highlands Nature Center
2026-07-23 18:00 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
André Michaux in North America: Revealing the Botanical Treasures of the Carolinas
Featured Speaker | Dana Beach, Founder and former Executive Director, SC Coastal Conservation League, Board Member, Butler Parklands
Dana explores the remarkable legacy of 18th-century botanist André Michaux, tracing his expeditions from the Carolina coast to the Southern Appalachians and his foundational contributions to North American botany. Blending science, history, and adventure, the talk highlights the discovery and rediscovery of the rare Oconee bell (Shortia galacifolia), the intersection of botany and early American exploration, and the lasting impact of Michaux’s work on the region’s rich plant life.
Sponsored by Ruthie & Berry Edwards
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Orchard Sessions with Erick Baker Trio at The Farm at Old Edwards
2026-07-22 18:30 | The Farm at Old Edwards, 336 Arnold Road, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Erick Baker is an Emmy Award-winning writer, TV show host, and singer-songwriter. For over a decade, he’s been making a life as a touring musician, performing alongside artists like John Legend, Brandi Carlile, Heart, Gavin Degraw, Edwin McCain, and the Goo Goo Dolls. Known for his aching intensity, passion, and unguarded emotional energy, Erick’s live performances are a powerful example of what can be accomplished through song. His music blends a divergent set of American roots influences – Country, Rock, Folk, Soul, and Blues – into one seamless sound, delivering a heartfelt dose of music medicine.
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Wild Encounters at Highlands Nature Center
2026-07-21 18:30 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Meet and learn about some interesting resident wild creatures that live in the fields, forests, and other habitats here in western North Carolina.
This program features Carlton Burke of Carolina Mountain Naturalists.
Free | Registration required
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