The Best Winter Scenes to Experience in Jackson County

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The Best Winter Scenes to Experience in Jackson County

Nestled in the heart of the Western North Carolina mountains, Jackson County is surrounded by winter scenes and natural beauty that serve as the perfect backdrop for any winter retreat. On even the coldest of winter days, visitors can see miles upon miles of layered, scenic mountain ranges and valleys. The area’s stunning landscape coupled with a calendar full of festive winter and holiday events, makes Jackson County the perfect place to reconnect with nature and celebrate the season.

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

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

Visitors to The Village Green enjoy twinkling lights displays and the annual Cashiers’ Christmas Tree Lighting from Thanksgiving Weekend until the end of February 2025! 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 29, 2024 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. Lewis Hall Reservations are first come, first serve and will open in October 2024. Cashiers Christmas Tree Lighting Friday, November 29, 2024 5:45pm-6:30pm The Gazebo FREE. The highlight will be the lighting of the Cashiers’ Christmas Tree and Village Lights! Mistletoe Market Friday, November 29, 2024 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Lewis Hall

Gobble on the Green

Gobble on the Green

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 28th, 2024! Registration for the 5K will be open in the summer of 2024.

Stargazing in the NC Mountains

Starry night at Waterrock Knob

Stargazing in the NC Mountains

With breathtaking views of the constellations and sky above, stargazing in the North Carolina Mountains truly is out of this world! Due to its remote location about an hour west of Asheville, Jackson County has no pollution, meaning the fullness of a dark sky night is on display year-round.

What’s New in the NC Mountains

What’s New in the NC Mountains

Summer is here and the days are long providing ample time to make new memories in the North Carolina Mountains. Located about an hour west of Asheville, our mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva have welcomed several new experiences, businesses, and lodging options to enjoy on your next visit. From the revival of signature events like Greening Up the Mountains to the addition of a new Beer Treks brewery tour, you’ll have plenty of activities to choose from. Escape the heat and crowds of the city and head to the crisp, clean, and cool mountain air of western North Carolina.