Ice Skating at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2026-01-15 15:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-16 15:30 - 22:00, 2026-01-17 13:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Price: $8.00 (with or without skates)
Rental skates available, youth size 8 to adult size 14.
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.

Live on Screen | A Streetcar Named Desire at Highlands PAC
2026-01-15 17:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Gillian Anderson (Sex Education), Vanessa Kirby (The Crown), and Ben Foster (Lone Survivor) lead the cast in Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece.
As Blanche’s fragile world crumbles, she turns to her sister Stella for solace – but her downward spiral brings her face to face with the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski.
From visionary director Benedict Andrews, this acclaimed production was filmed live during a sold-out run at the Young Vic Theatre in 2014.
Please note: this is a pre-recorded live performance.

Cheese and Tipple at One Wicker Cheese Co
2026-01-15 17:30 | One Wicker Cheese Co., 539 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Perfect for all cheese and wine enthusiasts!
Join us for the evening as we explore a selection of amazing English cheeses and paired beverages. We’ll talk through the fun basics of tasting, offer pairing tips, sip wine and chat cheese.

Blues Night at Ruffed Grouse Tavern at Highlander Mountain House
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for Blues Night with Scott Low every Thursday night at the Ruffed Grouse Tavern.

Carolina Concert Series at Trailborn Highlands
2026-01-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Trailborn Highlands, 96 Log Cabin Ln, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us in the Trailborn Highlands backyard for live music and drinks during our Carolina Concert Series!

In Residence | Live Music with Futurebirds' Thomas Johnson at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
2026-01-15 20:30 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Our music performances happen in our Ruffed Grouse Tavern space 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 the Futurebirds’ Thomas Johnson.
Parking available on the property or street behind HMH. Seating for the show is first come first serve.

Unfurl Movement | Ashtanga Yoga at Unfurl Wellness Spa
2026-01-16 09:00, 2026-01-18 09:00 | Unfurl Wellness Spa, 454 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Start your mornings with Ashtanga Yoga led by Noah Williams, Sunday through Friday at 9am at Unfurl Movement Studio.
Noah offers a grounded, traditional practice that welcomes both seasoned students and curious beginners. Build strength, focus, and breath‑led movement in a warm, supportive space.
For details or to reserve your spot, email ashtanga.noah@gmail.com.

The Church of the Good Shepherd Bazaar Barn
2026-01-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Bazaar Barn, 118 US Hwy 64 W, Cashiers, 28717, United States
The Bazaar Barn is an “upscale resale” shopping experience, offering gently used home furnishings.
Owned and operated by the Church of the Good Shepherd, the 10,000 square foot shopping center sells furniture, art and household items in styles ranging from antique to vintage to modern.
All of our items are donated, and all proceeds go directly back to the Cashiers community in the form of Outreach Grants.

The Skin You’re In (Drop-In Station) at Highlands Nature Center
2026-01-16 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:30 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Do you think you can identify an animal by its fur? Drop in for a few minutes, or stay and pair the ‘Who’s Out There?’ activities with this hands-on opportunity to see and feel a variety of animal skins!

Who’s Out There? (Drop-in Station) at Highlands Nature Center
2026-01-16 10:00 - 15:30, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 15:30 | Highlands Nature Center, 930 Horse Cove Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741
Join us at the Nature Center to learn about the winter wildlife found across the Highlands Plateau.
Our Education Specialists will be ready to welcome folks back with engaging conversations, interesting facts about our local flora and fauna, and a self-guided “specimen search” through our botanical gardens.

The Bookworm | Open Hours
2026-01-16 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-17 11:00 - 16:00 | The Bookworm, 555 Main Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Our shelves are full of a wide range of interesting and compelling books, thanks to the generosity of our wonderful donors and the hard work of our volunteers who have been shelving and organizing. We are eager to share with you all that is new! An added benefit is that all proceeds go to support The Hudson Library, our beautiful community library. Come see us soon!
Known as the “Cheers” of Bookstores, the Bookworm is affiliated with the Hudson Library: all books are donated; all staff are volunteers; and all funds go to help support the library. More than a retail store, we are a community service offering carefully sorted donated books to provide the best quality at a used bookstore price.

Friday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2026-01-16 12:00 | Fusion House, 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.

PAC Movies | Rental Family at Highlands PAC
2026-01-16 14:00, 2026-01-16 17:30, 2026-01-17 14:00, 2026-01-17 17:30 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
An American actor in Tokyo struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese ‘rental family’ agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients’ worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality.

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge
2026-01-16 17:30 - 22:00, 2026-01-17 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.

Fiber Club at The Bascom
2026-01-17 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.

Paint (By Numbers) and Sip at Trailborn Highlands
2026-01-17 12:00 | Trailborn Highlands, 96 Log Cabin Ln, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Come enjoy a fun relaxing time painting!

You’re never too old for a little arts & crafts, and they’re even more fun with a bottle of wine. Spend your evening hanging out in our lobby lounge and expressing your creativity with our Paint and Sip experience.
This activity features a guided paint-by-numbers session, with various nature designs to choose from. We provide all the necessary materials, including hanging dowel frames to proudly display your finished artwork. Two glasses of wine per person are included, and you are welcome to purchase more at our market.

Live Music on the Patio at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for live music on the patio every Saturday at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern at the Highlander Mountain House!

Vino & Vibes | Live Music with Mick Mayer at High Country Wine & Provisions
2026-01-17 17:00 - 19:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
A captivating performance that you won’t want to miss!
Join in on Saturday, January 17th, from 5–7 pm for a performance by Scaly Mountain’s own Mick Mayer!
Mick blends heartfelt vocals with easygoing charm, accompanied by the warm textures of nylon-string and 12-string guitars. His laid-back acoustic set spans a wide range of music, from timeless classics to modern hits!

Bluegrass Brunch at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
2026-01-18 10:30 | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern at Highlander Mountain House as we host Bluegrass Brunch– every Sunday with music from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
