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Easter on The Green

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

In Cashiers, NC, Easter Weekend is filled with events that celebrate the joy and hope of this spring holiday. Hop on over and join us for a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19th, starting at 11:00 AM at The Village Green! This annual community event is FREE and open to all children 11 years old and younger! Event Highlights: Egg Hunts for All Ages: The egg hunt will be divided into three age groups to ensure that children of all ages have a fun experience. Gazebo Lawn: For children ages 9-11 – These older kiddos will have their own special hunt, filled with challenging eggs to discover. Playground Lawn: For children ages 5-8 – A great space for younger kids to search high and low for colorful eggs hidden across the lawn. Inside the Playground: For children ages 4 and under – A designated area for our littlest hunters to find eggs at their own pace, ensuring a safe and exciting hunt for all. Bring Your Own Easter Basket: To collect your eggs, make sure to bring a basket or bag from home! Meet the Easter Bunny: The Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance to take photos with all the kids! Be sure to stop by the Gazebo Lawn after the hunt to snap a memorable picture with the bunny.

Event Series Village Nature Series

The Village Green’s Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust invite you to the Village Nature Series, a summer lecture series exploring wildlife, habitats, conservation, and local cultural heritage. Expert speakers will host engaging talks on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM at The Village Green Commons. NEW for 2025! The Youth Nature Series offers interactive programs for kids of all ages on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM at The Village Green. Past activities include live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, nature walks, and sustainable crafts. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring the Village Nature Series. Don’t miss these educational and fun opportunities to connect with nature!

Free

Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

Event Series Village Nature Series

The Village Green’s Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust invite you to the Village Nature Series, a summer lecture series exploring wildlife, habitats, conservation, and local cultural heritage. Expert speakers will host engaging talks on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM at The Village Green Commons. NEW for 2025! The Youth Nature Series offers interactive programs for kids of all ages on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM at The Village Green. Past activities include live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, nature walks, and sustainable crafts. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring the Village Nature Series. Don’t miss these educational and fun opportunities to connect with nature!

Free
Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series offers children of all ages a chance to explore the wonders of nature through fun, interactive activities. Held on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM, these programs are designed to educate and inspire young minds in a family-friendly setting. Each session features unique experiences such as live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, sustainable crafts, and guided nature walks through The Village Green park. Kids will learn, play, and connect with the natural world around them! Don’t Miss the Regular Village Nature Series! For adults and families interested in broader topics, the Village Nature Series runs on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM. Learn about wildlife, conservation, and local cultural heritage from expert speakers. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers for both series will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring The Village Nature Series!

Free
Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

Event Series Village Nature Series

The Village Green’s Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust invite you to the Village Nature Series, a summer lecture series exploring wildlife, habitats, conservation, and local cultural heritage. Expert speakers will host engaging talks on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM at The Village Green Commons. NEW for 2025! The Youth Nature Series offers interactive programs for kids of all ages on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM at The Village Green. Past activities include live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, nature walks, and sustainable crafts. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring the Village Nature Series. Don’t miss these educational and fun opportunities to connect with nature!

Free

Fireworks Extravaganza On the Green

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green’s annual Fireworks Extravaganza will take place rain or shine on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024 on The Village Green Common’s Lawn! The evening will feature an incredible band, followed by an extraordinary fireworks show featuring thousands of colorful bursts. Admission is free, however, donations will be collected to help offset the cost of the event. Attendees are welcome to bring their lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics and coolers. The Village Green believes it is important to preserve this patriotic tradition for the Cashiers community! This event is one you don’t want to miss!

Joy Garden Tour

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Joy Garden Tour is a biennial fundraiser benefiting The Village Green of Cashiers.  Private and semi-private tours will be held on July 18th and 19th 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.  

$500
Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

Event Series Village Nature Series

The Village Green’s Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust invite you to the Village Nature Series, a summer lecture series exploring wildlife, habitats, conservation, and local cultural heritage. Expert speakers will host engaging talks on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM at The Village Green Commons. NEW for 2025! The Youth Nature Series offers interactive programs for kids of all ages on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM at The Village Green. Past activities include live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, nature walks, and sustainable crafts. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring the Village Nature Series. Don’t miss these educational and fun opportunities to connect with nature!

Free

Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series offers children of all ages a chance to explore the wonders of nature through fun, interactive activities. Held on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM, these programs are designed to educate and inspire young minds in a family-friendly setting. Each session features unique experiences such as live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, sustainable crafts, and guided nature walks through The Village Green park. Kids will learn, play, and connect with the natural world around them! Don’t Miss the Regular Village Nature Series! For adults and families interested in broader topics, the Village Nature Series runs on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM. Learn about wildlife, conservation, and local cultural heritage from expert speakers. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers for both series will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring The Village Nature Series!

Free
Event Series Village Nature Series

The Village Green’s Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust invite you to the Village Nature Series, a summer lecture series exploring wildlife, habitats, conservation, and local cultural heritage. Expert speakers will host engaging talks on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM at The Village Green Commons. NEW for 2025! The Youth Nature Series offers interactive programs for kids of all ages on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM at The Village Green. Past activities include live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, nature walks, and sustainable crafts. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring the Village Nature Series. Don’t miss these educational and fun opportunities to connect with nature!

Free
Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

Event Series Groovin on the Green

Groovin on the Green

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Music fills the air in The Village Green no matter the season. Groovin’ on The Green remains a vibrant, FREE summer concert series, creating unforgettable music experiences for the community! Groovin’ on The Green concerts will begin at 6:00pm, RAIN OR SHINE, held on The Village Green Common’s Lawn. Please bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Picnics and coolers are welcome! Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and with their owners at all times. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site during each concert! The Village Green will continue offering the opportunity for a group to “Rent a Tent”. The Village Green will be providing fifteen 10×10 tents at $100 per tent, per concert. Tent reservation links will be open in early 2024, and are first come, first serve. Bands will be updated as soon as they are finalized.

Event Series Village Nature Series

The Village Green’s Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green and Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust invite you to the Village Nature Series, a summer lecture series exploring wildlife, habitats, conservation, and local cultural heritage. Expert speakers will host engaging talks on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM at The Village Green Commons. NEW for 2025! The Youth Nature Series offers interactive programs for kids of all ages on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM at The Village Green. Past activities include live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, nature walks, and sustainable crafts. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring the Village Nature Series. Don’t miss these educational and fun opportunities to connect with nature!

Free

Event Series Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival

Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

This annual fall festival celebrates the leaves beginning to change in the beautiful mountain village of Cashiers. This popular and free event welcomes 90 artisans to The Village Green park. Visitors will find unique, handcrafted wood, pottery, jewelry, fiber, and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food truck vendors and live music add to the festive spirit of the event. This is a free community event! Hours are Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm.

Free
Event Series Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival

Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

This annual fall festival celebrates the leaves beginning to change in the beautiful mountain village of Cashiers. This popular and free event welcomes 90 artisans to The Village Green park. Visitors will find unique, handcrafted wood, pottery, jewelry, fiber, and much more on display and for purchase throughout the weekend. Food truck vendors and live music add to the festive spirit of the event. This is a free community event! Hours are Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-3pm.

Free

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series offers children of all ages a chance to explore the wonders of nature through fun, interactive activities. Held on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM, these programs are designed to educate and inspire young minds in a family-friendly setting. Each session features unique experiences such as live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, sustainable crafts, and guided nature walks through The Village Green park. Kids will learn, play, and connect with the natural world around them! Don’t Miss the Regular Village Nature Series! For adults and families interested in broader topics, the Village Nature Series runs on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM. Learn about wildlife, conservation, and local cultural heritage from expert speakers. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers for both series will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring The Village Nature Series!

Free

Halloween Trick or Treat Street

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

A frightfully-fun family friendly Halloween event! The Village Green, Albert-Carlton Cashiers Community Library, Jackson County Parks and Recreation, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau collaborate to bring the second annual Halloween Block Party along Frank Allen Road. Enjoy culinary delights from a food truck, plus lots of fun and games, and tricks and treats from participating organizations! A portion of Frank Allen Road will be closed so families and friends can walk to each organization! Rain or Shine

Gobble on the Green

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Turkey, cornbread dressing, pumpkin pie, football, and family time…there are so many reasons to love Thanksgiving! Each family has their own activities and traditions to look forward to. The Village Green offers a Thanksgiving Day 5K Turkey Trot, Gobble on The Green on November 27th, 2025! Registration for the 5K will be open in the summer of 2025.

$35

Mistletoe Market, Santa on the Green & Cashiers Christmas Tree Lighting

The Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

Visitors to The Village Green enjoy twinkling lights displays and the annual Cashiers’ Christmas Tree Lighting from Thanksgiving Weekend until the end of February 2026! The park becomes a winter wonderland to make your spirits merry and bright! To add to the festivities, enjoy an artisan gift market at Lewis Hall! Santa On the Green  Friday, November 28, 2025 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Lewis Hall Reservations are first come, first serve and will open in October 2025. Mistletoe Market Friday, November 28, 2025 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Lewis Hall Cashiers Christmas Tree Lighting Friday, November 28, 2025 5 - 7 p.m. The Gazebo FREE. The highlight will be the lighting of the Cashiers’ Christmas Tree and Village Lights!  

Free

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series

Village Green 160 Frank Allen Road, Cashiers, NC, United States

The Village Green’s Youth Nature Series offers children of all ages a chance to explore the wonders of nature through fun, interactive activities. Held on select Tuesdays in June, August, October, and December from 4:00–5:00 PM, these programs are designed to educate and inspire young minds in a family-friendly setting. Each session features unique experiences such as live animal presentations, Cherokee stories and games, sustainable crafts, and guided nature walks through The Village Green park. Kids will learn, play, and connect with the natural world around them! Don’t Miss the Regular Village Nature Series! For adults and families interested in broader topics, the Village Nature Series runs on select Tuesdays or Wednesdays from April through September at 5:30 PM. Learn about wildlife, conservation, and local cultural heritage from expert speakers. All events are free, family-friendly, and held rain or shine—no reservations needed! Details about 2025 speakers for both series will be available in February on The Village Green’s Community Events and Programs page. Special thanks to Cedar Creek Club for sponsoring The Village Nature Series!

Free
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