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Black Mountain Stories
Baby, you’re a firework!
Celebrate Independence Day with a free fireworks display presented by the Town of Black Mountain!
Where soccer fans can kick it in Black Mountain this June & July
Whether you’re a local or visitor to Black Mountain, NC, you’re invited to join your fellow soccer fans in cheering your favorite teams on to victory!
Discover Black Mountain, NC summer camps and retreats
All along the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains near the charming town of Black Mountain, every summer comes alive with summer camp experiences for children and teens. Here, kids don’t just make memories—they discover a deeper connection to nature, to each other, and to themselves.
Let the rhythm move you! 2026 annual Park Rhythms series returns to Lake Tomahawk
Join Black Mountain this June and July for the 30th annual Park Rhythms Concert Series in Lake Tomahawk Park! All concerts are free and take place every other Thursday from 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Art blooms this June in Black Mountain, North Carolina
Summertime in WNC is awash in the art of nature. In celebration, Black Mountain Center for the Arts is hosting Art in Bloom, a joyful series of events including a garden tour, floral design exhibit, workshops, demos, and a special exhibit featuring works by River Arts District artists.
ARTnews celebrates the legacy of Black Mountain College
Learn about the highly influential Black Mountain College (1933–1957) and its enduring legacy.
Take the BMT Arts & Culture Walk: Discover André Michaux
As you explore the Town of Black Mountain, you’re actually following in the footsteps of another explorer. But back in the day of this globe-trotting plant hunter, he was trekking through the uncut terrain of Western North Carolina.
Bear Hunt and Savor the Flavor: Two great ways to explore (and win!) in our Valley this Spring
This Spring, the Black Mountain-Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce is hosting two “treasure hunt” style events that make discovering Black Mountain even more fun: Savor the Flavor of the Valley and Bear Hunt. Ready? Set? Go!
A Breath of Fresh Air
This Spring, discover Black Mountain’s Ascension Series and Monarch Weigh Station volunteer opportunities.
Visit North Carolina’s #1 Farmer’s Market: The Black Mountain Tailgate Market
And the winner of the 2025 AFMC’s 17th annual Farmers Market award… The Black Mountain Tailgate Market! Not only was our Market voted #1 in North Carolina but also ranked 7th in the nation! Here’s why.
Take the BMT Arts & Culture Walk: Roberta Flack Mural
When you visit our downtown, it’s impossible to miss the striking image of Grammy Award-winning artist Roberta Flack on the side wall of Black Mountain Brewing. Learn the backstory.
Mountains of Love: Spend Valentine’s Day Weekend in Black Mountain, NC
With our walkable downtown, dreamy outdoor scenery, and charming places to stay, we invite you and your sweetie (or your besties!) to hurry up and get here… then slow down together and make Valentine’s weekend memories that will linger long after winter fades.
Baby, it’s cold outside (but that won’t stop us!)
Join Black Mountain Recreation for their Cabin Fever Defeater Series in January-February, and the 4th annual Valentine Greenway Challenge (rescheduled for Feb. 28)!
Always something cool: Check out the podcast, “Exploring the Valley”
Before you visit Black Mountain, be sure to check out Exploring the Valley, the Black Mountain-Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce’s podcast! It’s perfect for curious travelers who want to experience the Swannanoa Valley like a local.
3…2…1… Welcome the New Year in Black Mountain, North Carolina!
Imagine this: start with a fantastic dinner, then great live music, the perfect libations, and a cozy place to land when the clock strikes midnight. What are you waiting for? Make your Black Mountain reservations now!