The Village Green

Local farmers bring late‑season produce, meats, baked goods, and handcrafted items to the Highlands and Cashiers markets throughout September and October, offering a rich harvest as cooler weather arrives.

The Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival returns October 9–11 with more than 100 artisans, live music, great food, and peak fall color at The Village Green.

The Southern Appalachians have always rewarded the curious. Look closely at the forest floor, the edge of a stream, or the brief flash of a hummingbird at a blossom, and […]

Groovin’ on the Green brings McIntosh and the Lionhearts back to the Commons Stage on Friday, September 4 from 6:00–8:30 P.M., offering an easy, roots‑friendly soundtrack to Cashiers’ early‑fall evenings.

The Village Green welcomes Serenity Richards as its new Operations & Development Coordinator, a role designed to strengthen both daily operations and long‑term support for the park’s mission.

Groovin’ on the Green welcomes The Wandering Hours for a free August 14 concert on the Commons Lawn, offering handcrafted string music from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. at The Village Green.

The Village Nature Series returns August 18 with a free community program led by Brett Treadway of The Center for Native Health. The evening explores Indigenous stewardship, cultural continuity, and climate resilience through Cherokee‑led conservation and education initiatives.

The 48th Cashiers Annual Antique Show runs August 7–9 at The Village Green, offering fine antiques, knowledgeable exhibitors, and a lively crowd in one of
Cashiers’ most beloved summer traditions.

The Cashiers Plein Air Festival transforms July 13–18 into a living canvas as 20 acclaimed artists paint the mountain landscape in real time, with public demonstrations, an artist gallery, and special events at The Village Green.