High Tea at Highlander Mountain House
2025-12-13 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Highlander Mountain House, 270 Main St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Step into the season’s cozy magic with our traditional High Tea at Highlander Mountain House. Enjoy finger sandwiches, warm scones, and sweet treats paired with teas from Rosenthal’s and Highlands Spice & Tea (plus optional mulled wine).
Tickets are $80 + tax and available here.

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey at Highlands PAC
2025-12-13 17:30, 2025-12-17 14:00, 2025-12-17 17:30 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
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.

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge
2025-12-13 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.

Live Music at Happ's Place
2025-12-13 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.

Home For The Holidays 2025 at Highlands PAC
2025-12-13 19:30, 2025-12-14 15:00, 2025-12-17 15:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Purchase tickets to Mountain Theatre Company’s production of HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS 2025 here: https://www.mountaintheatre.com/
An Original Musical Revue Written & Created by Scott Daniel
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with Mountain Theatre Company at our annual holiday spectacular! Fun for all ages, this ALL-NEW festive seasonal music revue promises dazzling costumes, high energy choreography, and is sure to fill audiences with plenty of good, old-fashioned holiday cheer!

Bluegrass Brunch at The Ruffed Grouse Tavern
2025-12-14 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.

Football Weekend at High Country Wine & Provisions
2025-12-14 12:00 | High Country Wine & Provisions, 621 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
College Football Saturday and NFL Sunday is ON at High Country!
We’re going BIG with the games ALL DAY on our massive 90-inch screen—the best seat in town! Fuel your fandom with special features on wine, craft beer, and delicious game-day eats.
Gather your crew and settle in for great football and even better company. See you there!

Ice Skating at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-12-14 13:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Community Jam Sessions at Albert Carlton Community Library
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Albert-Carlton Community Library, 249 Frank Allen Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28741, United States
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!
All skill levels welcome. Piano on site.
Folk, country, acoustic rock, Americana and traditional music.
2nd and 4th Sundays

Live Music at The Vineyard at High Holly
2025-12-14 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.

Lighting of the Menorah at Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park
2025-12-14 17:30 | Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, 411 Pine St., Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Hanukkah is an eight-day winter festival of lights, celebrated to mark the triumph of light over darkness. One candle of the giant menorah will be lit on the first night of Hanukkah and an additional candle each successive night. This will be done until the eighth night when the Menorah is fully illuminated.

Monday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2025-12-15 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.

Mr. Pickles Christmas Sweater Contest with The Park on Main
2025-12-16 08:00 - 2025-12-22 23:30 | Park on Main
The Mr. Pickles Christmas Sweater Contest starts NOW!
Have a perfect sweater for your adorable pup? Now’s your chance to show it off! And guess what? You could WIN a FREE Night at The Park on Main in Highlands, NC! The runner up will win a $100 gift certificate to The Park on Main.
Here’s how (all rules must be followed):
1. Post a picture of your dog(s) in their Christmas sweater on your Facebook or Instagram account- no professional photos
2. Include the hashtag #POMSweaterSquad and tag The Park on Main.
3. Tell us in your caption why your dog(s) deserve to win.
4. Get your friends to like your post.
5. Post your photo by 11:59pm on December 22 (EDST).
The winners will be announced on The Park on Main Facebook and Instagram pages Christmas morning.

Tuesday/Thursday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2025-12-16 09:00 - 10:30 | Fusion Yoga and Wellness, 21A Lance Rd, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us on Tuesdays at Fusion Yoga and Wellness!
Fusion Flow: Warm
9 AM
Set in a room heated to 85°F, our Warm Flow Yoga class combines alignment-focused poses with moderate, flowing sequences to build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance balance.
Fusion RX: Yoga for Osteoporosis & Bone Health
10:30 AM
Strengthen Your Bones. Support Your Body. Empower Your Practice.
This therapeutic class is designed specifically for individuals with osteoporosis, osteopenia, or low bone density.
Visit https://www.fusionyogaandwellness.com/schedule for more information.

Holiday Market at The Bascom
2025-12-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-17 10:00 - 17:00 | The Bascom, 323 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
The Bascom’s Holiday Market is just around the corner!
Festive shopping in the Greehey Atrium – with unique handcrafted gifts by local and regional artists.⁠ Our line-up of seasonally themed workshops is already live, inviting all to create, learn, and celebrate the joy of making.
From gingerbread houses to ornament making, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.⁠

Free ESL Classes at The Literacy and Learning Center
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:00 | The Literacy & Learning Center, 675 S 4th Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for free ESL classes at The Literacy & Learning Center!

Tuesdays

6 – 7 pm
At The Literacy & Learning Center

It's A Wonderful Life Radio Theater at Highlands PAC
2025-12-16 19:00 | Highlands PAC, 507 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
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.

Wednesday Classes at Fusion Yoga and Wellness
2025-12-17 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.

Holiday Cookie Exchange! at Center for Life Enrichment
2025-12-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Center For Life Enrichment, 348 S 5th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
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!
How it works: Sign up by December 10th, and our team will reach out to notify you how many cookies to bring for sharing. Each participant will leave with a variety of delicious treats made by the other participants to take home and enjoy! CLE will provide coffee and hot coco, and holiday attire is strongly encouraged!
Things to bring:

Cookies (CLE staff will notify you on December 10th how many to bake)
A large cookie tin/container to transport all your new delicious treats home in
If you would like to share your recipe, please bring copies or email it to office@clehighlands.com and we can make copies to share!

The Bookworm | Open Hours
2025-12-17 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.

Wine Tasting | Plumpjack, Odette, Cade 'Atelier' Tasting at Highlands Wine Shoppe
2025-12-17 17:00 | Highlands Wine Shoppe, 269 Oak St, Highlands, 28741, United States
Get ready for a stellar night as we welcome our dear friend and Advanced Sommelier Nick Demos back to Highlands Wine Shoppe on Wednesday, December 17th for an exclusive Atelier Tasting featuring the powerhouse trio of Napa Valley royalty: PlumpJack, Odette and CADE.

Live Music at Cashiers Celtic Table
2025-12-17 17:00 - 21:00 | Cashiers Celtic Table, 341 U.S. 64, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Join us at Celtic Table for Live Music Wednesdays!

"L'amour du Vin" | A Wine Club Event at Duck Hawk Provisions
2025-12-17 17:30 | Duck Hawk Provisions, 281 US 64, Cashiers, NC, 28717, United States
Become a member of the Duck Hawk Provisions Wine Club and unlock exclusive monthly pairing parties crafted just for you.
“L’amour du Vin” (love of wine event)
A lovely night featuring a French Menu and French Wines

Fireside at the Farm with Mike Kinnebrew at The Farm at Old Edwards
2025-12-17 18:00 - 20:00 | The Farm at Old Edwards, 336 Arnold Road, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Join us for the return of Fireside at The Farm: A Holiday Evening with Mike Kinnebrew.
Settle into the magical ambiance of The Farm on Wednesday, December 17, and relax into a special evening with the sounds of holiday music filling the pavilion. Mike’s talent for engaging the audience with music from the heart will make for an unforgettable evening.
Come experience this charming singer-songwriter and Highlands’ favorite for yourself.

Bluegrass Wednesday at The Ugly Dog Pub
2025-12-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Ugly Dog Pub – Highlands, 294 S 4th St, Highlands, NC, 28741, United States
Bluegrass Wednesday with Nitrograss is back at The Ugly Dog!
Come enjoy dinner and your favorite bluegrass band!
