In the Foothills, livermush sustained families when times were tough. Now, locals pay tribute to the dish — lovingly nicknamed Piedmont pâté — at an all-day event.
Going for the Gold Hill Founders Day
In the early 19th century, fortune seekers headed to Rowan County to strike it rich. While the mines are now closed, locals still celebrate their community’s history.
Lincolnton Pirate Day
A pirate festival in the foothills might sound odd, but the story behind this celebration, and the buccaneer who inspired it, is one for the history books.
The Growing Game
A friendly competition between two Columbus County farmers inspired a festival where massive melons earn top honors.
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.
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.
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.
The Love Story Behind the Carolina Chocolate Festival
First came love, then came marriage, then came the largest chocolate celebration in eastern North Carolina.
