Celebrate the season with a Christmas parade and tree lighting, carolers, sparkling lights, festive storefronts, and downtown ice-skating in Laurinburg.
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Fall Festivities
Cool weather, autumn harvests, and colorful leaves: In North Carolina, there are plenty of reasons — and opportunities — to celebrate this time of year.
Voices Rising: Live Music Across North Carolina
From famous festivals to summer concert series, the Old North State is full of ways to catch performances by talented singers and musicians. Add a few of these venues to your list.
An Our State Playlist: Mighty MerleFest 2022
Our curated Spotify playlist features a selection of the talented artists that are performing at this year’s famous festival.
7 Amazing Art Experiences in Southeast Virginia
Museums, gardens, and thrilling performances — these seven not-to-miss experiences prove Virginia is for (art) lovers.
A Year-Round Guide to Franklin and Nantahala
Celebrate the season in this mountain town — no matter what time of year you visit.
14 North Carolina Pumpkin Patches
At these spots across the state, pick the perfect pumpkin so that you can carve up a jack-o’-lantern that’s front porch material.
3 Items for Your September To-Do List
Browse, discover, learn, and celebrate what North Carolina has to offer this month.
27 Places to Enjoy Live Outdoor Music in August
From beaches and beer gardens to amphitheaters and parks, North Carolina’s outdoor music scene has something for everyone this summer.