April 2026

Slip on your dancing shoes — Highlands’ Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine Outdoor Concert Series return this May, ready to soundtrack another season of long evenings, cool breezes, […]

On Saturday, April 18, from 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M., the Cashiers Historical Society invites the community to celebrate mountain traditions with cider pressing, crafts, music, and hands‑on history at its 19th Annual Heritage Apple Day.

Local egg hunts on April 4 invite families across Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire to celebrate Easter with shared joy, handmade crafts, and a touch of holiday wonder.

Rotary’s April Bingo Night shines a spotlight on Highlands School’s Interact Club, whose student‑led service projects – from local outreach to global giving – are powered in part by the fun and generosity of this monthly community tradition.

Mountaintop Rotary’s juried summer show returns with exceptional artists, entertainment, and a mission that directly supports local
youth programs.

As gardeners dream up fresh plans for the season, the Highlands Mountain Garden Club’s annual plant sale returns May 23 with native, locally grown plants and a year‑round commitment to tending community spaces.

From hands‑on science to tech help, storytime, games, and music, the Highlands-Cashiers two libraries offer a full month of learning, play, and community connection.

The Bear Shadow Music Festival (May 29–31) pairs a standout lineup with a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere where great music and mountain air can be enjoyed with plenty of space to spread out.