The evening features festival, food, music and dancing. The highlight will be a colossal fireworks display. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the live music. You’ll be up out of your seat dancing the night away! A beautiful fireworks display will light up the Cashiers night sky with red, white and blue. Donations will be collected for a community fireworks fund to preserve the legacy of this cherished community celebration.

The town's annual July 4 Fireworks in Sylva should begin at dark (generally around 9:45 p.m.) and are visible from various locations throughout downtown Sylva and the immediate surrounding areas. The Fourth of July Celebration will feature fireworks, live music (The Carolina Soul Band), food, dancing and fun in Sylva. Enjoy a full fireworks show that will light up the night sky on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. The fireworks will be shot from Sunrise Park district against the stunning Plott Balsams mountain range and will be visible from all over downtown Sylva.

The Joy Garden Tour is a biennial fundraiser benefiting The Village Green of Cashiers.  Private and semi-private tours will be held on July 14th and 15th and are all part of a Benefactor Package. The tour will be of four exquisite gardens along the historic 107 corridor and The Zachary Tolbert Heirloom Gardens. The Joy Garden Tour will include exclusive benefactor events and unique home and garden shopping. Click here for more information.  

ake a deep breath and enjoy the walk-about town of Dillsboro during the Front Street Arts & Crafts Festival on Saturday, July 17, 2021.  Front Street gets its name from running alongside the tracks of the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad…and when a festival hits the town, the street comes alive with fine arts and crafts from local artisans and home spun musical talent.  Strewn with vibrant colors, inviting festival aromas—kettle corn, funnel cakes, fried pies—the ringing of stringed instruments, and the sound of dancing feet, the Front Street Arts and Crafts Show will provide fun for all ages!

Taking place August 25 – September 2, 2023, this year’s theme is “Historically Cashiers” and features a classic mountain retreat in The Club at High Hampton. The 2023 Showhouse is located in Chimney Top, the newest neighborhood in the prestigious Club at High Hampton. Recognized designers from the Cashiers-Highlands plateau and across the southeast will add their distinctive touches to a spacious 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home. The Showhouse is custom-built and showcases a variety of well-designed work and play spaces, such as a great room, a yoga room, a bunk and play room, and a fabulous outdoor living area featuring a porch, grill, and much more. Cashiers Designer Showhouse benefits more than a dozen educational opportunities provided each year by Cashiers Historical Society to the local community and area visitors. Special Showhouse events begin on Thursday, August 24, with an Opening Night Patron Party at Halsted House at High Hampton. Serving as the kick-off celebration for the Showhouse, this party will feature dinner and dancing and is chaired by Drew English for the second year in a row. Tickets to the Opening Night Patron Party are available through Benefactor Packages and Corporate Sponsorships. Last year, the Opening Party sold-out so early commitments are encouraged. Following the Opening Night Party, the Showhouse will be open daily to the public Friday, August 25 – Saturday, September 2. Lectures and presentations highlighting design and entertaining will be offered and a variety of shopping will be available through the event’s nine days. Highly […]

Enjoy one of the top 20 events in the Southeast with live entertainment, 130+ food, and craft vendors, tons of family-friendly activities, interactive kids area, along with performances and demonstrations celebrating the Southern Appalachian mountain culture.

Some may be sad to see summer go, but the crisp, cool fall air brings lots of fun to the mountain town of Cashiers, NC. The change of seasons calls thousands of “leaf peepers” to our area to enjoy the brilliant fall foliage. The festival is recognized as one of the "Top 20" events in the Southeast for the month of October. The Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival has been an annual attraction for over 10 years and is held to celebrate the beginning of autumn in the Western North Carolina mountains. This three-day festival will take place over the long Columbus Day holiday weekend. Visitors who attend will shop for unique handcrafted treasures from more than 100 artisans and merchants throughout The Village Green’s 13+ acre park. Wood, pottery, jewelry, photography are just some of the many items that will be displayed and for sale throughout the weekend. Guests will sample a variety of food and beverages and enjoy live music on two stages during the event.

This unique historic town welcomes over 40 local demonstrating artists who will line Front Street with colorful art and demonstrate their work. Meet and talk with local artists, all the while surrounded by the spectacular beauty of the mountains. Sample festival foods, and enjoy indoor and outdoor dining and a brewery. Live entertainment throughout the afternoon.

Showcasing the work of more than 40 master potters from 13 states. This year’s festival will be held at Sylva’s Bridge Park. A variety of clay art styles will be presented. Those who purchase a ticket online will be able to enter 30 minutes early for a special event preview. The event is juried and the lineup of potters is impressive. The event has been named one of the “Top 20” events in the Southeast for November. $5 ticket includes a chance in a raffle; kids under 12 admitted free. Click here for more information.

Over a hundred regional artisans have their handmade on display for sale in this folk and heritage craft show. The show has everything from quilters to soap makers, basket makers, leather craftsmen, master jewelers and more. Started in 1987, the event has grown every year and now takes place at Western Carolina University's Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Children under 12 free & free parking.

Visitors to The Village Green enjoy twinkling light displays and festive decorations from Thanksgiving Weekend until New Year’s Day. The park becomes a winter wonderland to make your spirits merry and bright. Mistletoe Market - Artisan vendor market featuring pottery, jewelry, handmade wreaths, homemade goodies, and more! Santa On the Green (By Reservation Only) Friday, November 24, 2023 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Lewis Hall Children of all ages are invited to come and tell Santa Claus their Christmas wishes. *Suggested $5 donation per child at the door* Cashiers Christmas Tree Lighting Friday, November 24, 2023 5:30pm-6:30pm The Gazebo Free. Holiday music! The highlight will be the lighting of the Cashiers’ Christmas Tree and Village Lights. Mistletoe Market Friday, November 24, 2023 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. – Lewis Hall A special artisan gift market Friday after Thanksgiving. Come find that unique, one-of-a-kind gift for the naughty and nice on your list!

Kick-off the holidays with Christmas in Sylva, a Holiday weekend. Experience the joy of the town's holiday centerpiece as it is brought to life with twinkling Christmas lights. The event takes place downtown a the foot of the Historic Courthouse at 6:30 p.m

The Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to plan and produce the Cashiers Christmas Parade with local businesses, organizations, and residents celebrating the holiday season. Chamber staff organizes parade theme, volunteers, participating lineup, awards and live broadcast of the event from the Cashiers Crossroads. The one-mile parade route starts on Highway 107 South and heads North towards the Cashiers Crossroads where participants are announced to the crowd. The parade then turns left on US Hwy 64 heading West and ends at the intersection of Frank Allen Road at the Cashiers Community Center.

Downtown Sylva's annual Christmas parade takes place along Historic Main Street for celebration, cheer and a chance to see Santa. Floats usually starts at and ends at Mark Watson Park after a loop through town. The start time is 3 p.m., and the parade lasts 45 minutes to an hour. For more information please call 828-586-2719 or click here.