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Sociability means the joy of connecting with one another. It’s just one of the qualities that makes life in Black Mountain so special and draws visitors from all over the world to our gem of a mountain town.

Events Calendar

From the Black Mountain Tailgate Market to the Park Rhythms Concert Series, there are so many events taking place year-round in our community! Discover them by visiting the town’s events calendar, which is updated independently by members of our community and hosted by our friends at My Carolina Mountain Life.

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Music, Arts & Culture

Nature’s artistry surrounds our town, providing inspiration for the creatives who call our community home. In Black Mountain, you’ll find galleries, shops, restaurants, breweries, and other venues that feature local artists’ work plus host exhibits, live music, theatre, dancing, and more. In addition, the four venues featured below have made it their non-profit mission to champion arts and culture.

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Annual Festivals & Events

Walkable downtown. Friendly people. Beautiful vistas. An incredible breadth of creative talent.
Let’s make a weekend of it! Visit each Black Mountain festival/event website for details.

  • CABIN FEVER DEFEATER SERIES
    January - February 2026
    CLICK HERE for more info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • CABIN FEVER DEFEATER SERIES
    January - February 2026
    CLICK HERE for more info.

    2026 VALENTINE GREENWAY CHALLENGE, 5K, AND KIDS FUN RUN
    February 7, 2026
    CLICK HERE for more info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    {Re}HAPPENING
    April 25, 2026
    A one-day event at the historic campus of Black Mountain College, {Re}HAPPENING invites contemporary artists to fill the campus with art installations, new media, music, and performance projects. CLICK for info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN GARDEN SALE
    May 15 and 16, 2026
    Located in the heart of downtown, get inspired by all the amazing plant material made available by the Black Mountain Beautification Committee. CLICK for info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • OLD DEPOT ART BY THE TRACKS
    June 6 and October 24, 2026
    An outdoor art show held twice a year featuring local artists, held near the historic railroad tracks in downtown Black Mountain. CLICK for info.

    PARK RHYTHMS
    June through July 2026
    The Town of Black Mountain hosts this free Thursday evening concert series. Visit blog for info.

    ART IN BLOOM
    June
    An annual event hosted by Black Mountain Center for the Arts featuring local artists and craftspeople, showcasing a diverse range of artwork. CLICK for info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    PARK RHYTHMS
    June through July
    The Town of Black Mountain hosts this free Thursday evening concert series. Visit blog for info.

    FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
    July 4
    Beginning at dusk, a dazzling fireworks display will be visible from many spots in downtown. CLICK for info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

    CLASSIC CAR SHOW
    TBA for 2026
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum and History Center. CLICK for info.

  • SOURWOOD FESTIVAL
    August 8-9, 2026
    A tradition since 1977, this festival celebrates the local sourwood honey with arts, crafts, music, and food vendors. CLICK for info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN BLUES FESTIVAL
    September 25-27, 2026
    A three-day celebration of unforgettable music and the Black Mountain community! CLICK for info and tickets.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    OKTOBERFEST
    2026 DATES TBA
    While the stars of the show may be many of North Carolina’s own amazing beers, ciders, meads, and small batch gins and whiskeys, there will be all kinds of Oktoberfest-inspired activities for you to discover in Black Mountain and Swannanoa. CLICK for more info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • OLD DEPOT ART BY THE TRACKS
    June 6 and October 24, 2026
    An outdoor art show held twice a year featuring local artists, held near the historic railroad tracks in downtown Black Mountain. CLICK for info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    LEAF GLOBAL ARTS FESTIVAL
    October 2026 (dates TBA)
    LEAF (Lake Eden Arts Festival) is a bi-annual event featuring global music, arts, and culture, held at the historic Black Mountain College campus. CLICK for info.

    HALLOWEEN ON TOWN SQUARE
    Details TBA
    CLICK for info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN 2026 TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from early March til late November
    A beloved community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. Live music, too. CLICK for details.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

  • HOLLY JOLLY & HOLIDAY MARKETS
    Dec. 4, 5, 12, and 19, 2026
    A festive holiday market series with music, Santa, and more. CLICK for info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS PARADE
    Dec. 5, 2026 (First Saturday in December)
    Our annual holiday parade featuring local bands, floats, and a visit from Santa Claus. CLICK for info.

    CIRCLE OF LIGHTS
    Dec. 5, 2026 (after the Parade)
    Join us at Lake Tomahawk for a luminary walk around the lake with complimentary hot cider and hot chocolate.

    HOLIDAY POTTERY MARKET
    Details TBA
    Discover an extraordinary collection of one-of-a-kind ceramics made by 14 talented local potters. Hosted by the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. CLICK for info.

    DECK THE TREES
    Details TBA
    Stroll through beautifully decorated Christmas trees designed by local artists and community members. CLICK for info.

    SWANNANOA VALLEY RIM 2026 EXPLORER™ HIKING SERIES
    3rd Saturday of the month
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum & History center, outing is led by experienced hike leaders who are extremely knowledgeable about the history, topography, and ownership of the land. CLICK HERE for info and to register.

Golf Course, Parks & Trails

We know you’re drawn to Black Mountain for its natural beauty. We are, too. Tragically in 2024, Hurricane Helene’s waters and winds caused significant damage to many natural areas in the Swannanoa Valley. The good news is most Town parks are open and clean-up elsewhere is ongoing. The Black Mountain Golf Course is open on the Back Nine! CLICK HERE for information.

Clean-up efforts are on-going throughout Western North Carolina state parks and trails. Refer to NC’s State Park interactive map to check the current status of a specific state park or trail. The Blue Ridge Parkway, which is overseen by the National Parks Service, is open in our region. Click to view an interactive map.

Summer Camps & Retreats

All along the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains near the charming town of Black Mountain, North Carolina, every summer comes alive with an abundance of summer camp experiences for kids and teens. Here, kids don’t just make memories—they discover a deeper connection to nature, to each other, and to themselves.

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