Rooted in coastal fish frys, according to North Carolina lore, the humble hush puppy has swept the state from east to west, and these golden-brown rounds can be found across all levels of dining establishments.
Dancing on the Sand
A music trend that originated on the North Carolina coast evolved into a popular genre and dance that’s celebrated in New Hanover County each summer.
Forging a Frontiersman
In the hills of North Carolina, a young Daniel Boone strengthened his fishing and hunting skills. Each spring, a Davie County town pays tribute to his family’s influence.
Covered Bridges
Not just part of your route, covered bridges offer a portal into a time long past. Here are four historic ones to visit in North Carolina.
Dogwoods
Throughout April, North Carolinians celebrate the delicate blossoms that leaf out on dogwood trees with festivals and fanfare across the state.
Best in Shad
When a beloved catch returns to North Carolina’s fresh waters to spawn, residents of a Pitt County town set their sights — and lines — on an annual spring celebration.
Growing a Sense of Place at the North Carolina Rice Festival
A rice festival in Brunswick County celebrates the crop that once thrived along our coast while reconnecting descendants of enslaved people with their past.
Celebrate From Flock to Fleece
At the annual Carolina FiberFest, fiber fanatics gather in Raleigh to learn how past generations used yarn and lace in everyday apparel and as a creative outlet.
Appalachian Trail
Home to the tallest peaks along the near 2,200-mile route, North Carolina’s stretch of Appalachian Trail draws both thru-hikers and day-trippers for mountain views and tranquility.
