Far away from the summer buzz, Corolla quietens into a sleepy, seaside village during the winter. Here, on this strip of sand, visitors find themselves immersed in the northernmost reaches of our state’s coast, where the coldest season is a chance to celebrate solitude.
Finding Holiday Magic in McAdenville and Beyond
From Christmas Town, USA to glowing gardens, snowless tubing, and ice skating, here’s where to find the spirit of Christmas in Gaston County.
4 Veteran-Owned Breweries
Whether you choose a single craft brew or a flight to find your favorite, here’s where to raise a glass to past and present military members.
4 Veteran-Owned Wineries
From sparkling traminette to full-bodied red blends, sip and savor these veteran-made wines at vineyards around our state.
4 Veteran-Owned Coffee Shops
Sip handcrafted beverages while honoring past and present military members at these veteran-owned coffee shops and roasters.
A Chair You Take Anywhere
During the summer, a familiar wood-and-canvas chair designed by a family business in Watauga County makes its way to the North Carolina coast.
16 Showstopping Theaters
When the velvet curtains rise at local playhouses and world-class venues across the state, communities come together, the magic of the arts enchants audiences, and the power of teamwork is on full display. Find your seat and settle in: The show is about to begin.
4 Drivers Every North Carolinian Should Know
Meet the people whose fast-lane driving broke barriers in our state’s stock car scene.
3 Destinations to Experience North Carolina History
Where to discover seafaring stories, Appalachian folk traditions, and Indigenous ancestry from mountains to coast.