Laurel Magazine

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | Petals and Perspectives at The Bascom
2025-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Experience an inspired dialogue between art and nature at this year’s Dahlia Festival with Petals and Perspectives, a distinctive floral design showcase. This special event invites selected area non-profit organizations to create floral arrangements in direct response to works of art on view in The Bascom’s galleries, offering a compelling exploration of the connections between the visual and floral arts.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | Studio Member Pottery Show at The Bascom
2025-09-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Bascom Studio Members will present a curated collection of handcrafted wall pockets and vases, each adorned with fresh dahlias and available for purchase during the Dahlia Festival.
Be sure to visit the Studio Barn for a chance to take home a unique, functional piece of art!

Friday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2025-09-05 12:00 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us for Friday classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
Fusion Flow: Flow & Restore
9:00 AM
This class offers the best of both worlds, beginning with a mindful vinyasa flow to build heat, strength, and flexibility, followed by grounding restorative poses to help you slow down, release tension, and reset.
Fusion Flow: Gentle
10:30 AM
Slow down and unwind with this soothing class that focuses on gentle, flowing movements paired with mindful breathing.

Live Music at The Vineyard at High Holly
2025-09-05 15:00 - 18:00 | The Vineyard at High Holly, 37 High Holly Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC, 28775, United States
Join us for live music with Breeze Cable!
Vineyard open hours 12-6 PM.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | The Single Bloom Competition at The Bascom
2025-09-05 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Single Bloom Competition ( Public Viewing)
Join us at The Bascom for the public viewing of the 15th Annual Dazzling Dahlia Festival’s Single Bloom Competition.
Viewings take place Friday, September 5, from 3:30–5 pm, and Saturday, September 6, from 10 am–4 pm. This cherished tradition invites dahlia enthusiasts to present their most exquisite blooms for all to enjoy.
All levels of growers are welcome to enter the Single Bloom Competition.

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge
2025-09-05 17:30 - 22:00, 2025-09-06 17:30 - 22:00 | Old Edwards Inn and Spa, 445 Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Plush easy chairs, sofas, and antique bistro tables invite you to sit back and embrace the carefree ambiance surrounding you. Live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night with Cy Timmons.

Vino & Vibes at High Country Wine & Provisions
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join in at High Country Wine & Provisions for an evening of music, flavor, and good company!
Local legend – Zorki brings his soothing sound to the evening—pairing perfectly with curated wines and small bites. Whether you’re here for the tunes, the tastings, or the vibe, it’s the kind of Friday night worth raising a glass to.

Friday Night Live Concert Series with Silly Ridge at Town Square
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Town Square, Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Friday Night Live  Showcasing Traditional Mountain Music and Local Talent.
Popular Highlands-based band Silly Ridge brings classic bluegrass & popular music, mixed with fun and high energy, to the Highlands-Cashiers plateau!

Live Music at Happ's Place
2025-09-05 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Happs Place, 5914 NC-107, Glenville, NC, 28736, United States
Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday at Happ’s Place in Glenville.

Fiber Club at The Bascom
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Bascom’s Fiber Club is made up of an enthusiastic community of fiber artists who come together weekly to share patterns and stories at The Bascom. Meetings take place on the Terrace.
In inclement weather, the group moves inside to the Library, but their enthusiasm is never dampened.

Dazzling Dahlia Festival | The Dahlia Dialogue at The Bascom
2025-09-06 11:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join renowned gardener and dahlia expert Drew English for an engaging educational talk, “The Dahlia Dialogue,” presented in conjunction with the Dazzling Dahlia Festival. Drew will guide participants through the fascinating history of dahlias, with special emphasis on their enduring legacy on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau.
This interactive session promises an expanded Q&A, embracing the conversational spirit implied in its name. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own dahlia specimens for personalized diagnostics and expert growing tips.

Lyrics on the Lawn at Highlands Wine Shoppe
2025-09-06 15:00 - 18:00 | Highlands Wine Shoppe, 269 Oak St, Highlands, 28741, United States
Sip, sway, and savor this Saturday with the sounds of the fabulous Ezra & Katie at Highlands Wine Shoppe’s Lyrics on the Lawn – where live music, fine wine, and mountain air make the perfect weekend pairing

Saturday Sound Bath at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2025-09-06 16:00 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
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. Through the soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls and gentle percussion, sound baths encourage deep relaxation and promote mental clarity. These harmonic tones help slow brain waves, reduce stress, and foster a meditative state, allowing your body and mind to unwind from the pressures of daily life.
Take this time to nurture your well-being in a calm, supportive environment.

Pop Up Pipers in Downtown Highlands
2025-09-06 16:30 - 17:00 | NC
The Pop-Up Pipers will appear in unexpected locations throughout downtown Highlands on select Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:00 P.M.
Keep an ear out on the following dates: June 7, July 12, August 2, September 6, and October 4, but exactly where they’ll play remains a mystery, adding an element of spontaneous joy to each performance.

Saturdays on Pine Concert Series with The Parks Brothers at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-09-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Saturdays on Pine  Featuring a variety of popular regional bands and musicians
The Parks Brothers  Led by brothers Bradley and Brandon Parks and backed by some of the Charlotte’s finest musicians, The Parks Brothers deliver a powerful, high-energy musical experience that keeps the crowd on their feet!

Bluegrass Brunch at Highlander Mountain House
2025-09-07 10:30 - 13:00 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Sacred Sundays at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2025-09-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Sacred Sundays is a 90 minute class of mindfulness movement and poses accompanied with an acoustic sound meditation held by Robert John Malone.
This is an all levels class focused of a variety of wellness practices to assist in raising our mind/body awareness through conscious movements and poses (1:00 – 2:30 each Sunday this season)

Live Music at The Vineyard at High Holly
2025-09-07 14:00 - 17:00 | The Vineyard at High Holly, 37 High Holly Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC, 28775, United States
Join us for live music with Monica Spears!
Vineyard open hours 12-6 PM.

Live Music at The Vineyard at High Holly
2025-09-07 14:00 - 17:00 | The Vineyard at High Holly, 37 High Holly Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC, 28775, United States
Join us for live music at The Vineyard at High Holly!
Vineyard open hours 12-6 PM.

Bel Canto at Highlands PAC
2025-09-07 16:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Bel Canto is an annual benefit performance featuring international opera stars, many of whom have performed at the Metropolitan Opera. The program features arias from favorite operas but also includes popular songs from Broadway shows as well.

The 33rd annual Bel Canto Recital will be held in Highlands on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 4 PM at the Performing Arts Center. A gala dinner with the artists will follow at the Highlands Country Club.
The performance will feature a quartet of internationally recognized singers.

Soprano: Ashley Milanese
Mezzo Soprano: Abi Levis
Tenor: Christopher Bozeka
Baritone: Brian James Myer
Bass: Matthew Langley

Monday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2025-09-08 09:00 - 17:30 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us on Mondays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Fusion Flow: Flow & Restore
9 AM
This class offers the best of both worlds, beginning with a mindful vinyasa flow to build heat, strength, and flexibility, followed by grounding restorative poses to help you slow down, release tension, and reset.
Fusion Flow: Gentle
10:30 AM
Slow down and unwind with this soothing class that focuses on gentle, flowing movements paired with mindful breathing.
Fusion Rx: Crushing PD
12:00 PM
This moderate-intensity class is designed for individuals with Parkinson’s Disease and may also benefit those with other neurological disorders.
Fusion Flow: Vinyasa
5:30 PM
This class offers a blend of movement and stillness, combining the mindful pacing of Hatha holds with the breath-connected flows of Vinyasa.
Visit https://www.fusionyogaandwellness.com/schedule for more information.

Studio Alive at The Bascom
2025-09-08 10:00 - 13:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
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.

The Highlands Bolivian Mission Fundraiser at Highlands PAC
2025-09-08 18:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Highlands Bolivian Mission will hold a Silent and Live Auction on Monday, September 8, 6:00 P.M. at the Highlands Performing Arts Center, Martin Lipscomb Theater.

Wednesday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2025-09-10 09:00 - 17:30 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us for Wednesday’s classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness.
Fusion Flow: Vinyasa
9:00 AM
This class offers a blend of movement and stillness, combining the mindful pacing of Hatha holds with the breath-connected flows of Vinyasa.
Fusion Restore: Mobility Stretch
10:30 AM
Enhance your range of motion, improve joint health, and lengthen your connective tissue and muscles with this gentle yet effective class.
Fusion Rx: Movement for Parkinson’s
12:00 PM
Led by a fellow PWP (Person with Parkinson’s), this class combines stretching, balance, mobility, and strength training to support overall motor recruitment and hand-eye coordination.
Fusion Flow: Vinyasa
5:30 PM
This class offers a blend of movement and stillness, combining the mindful pacing of Hatha holds with the breath-connected flows of Vinyasa.
Visit https://www.fusionyogaandwellness.com/schedule for more information.

HBF | 2025 Carpenter Lecture at Highlands PAC
2025-09-10 11:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Memory, Manipulation, Mimicry, and Kinship
A Tour Through the Cutting Edge of Plant Intelligence Research

Join the Highlands Biological Foundation for a thought-provoking journey into the hidden lives of plants at this year’s Carpenter Lecture, a biennial community event established in honor of former HBF director Sonya Carpenter.
Presented in partnership with Highlands Performing Arts Center, HBF is proud to welcome acclaimed science writer Zoë Schlanger for an illuminating presentation that will change the way you see the natural world.
