Cashiers Plein Air Festival

Cashiers Plein Air Festival

Cashiers Plein Air Festival

Nationally acclaimed painters from throughout the country set up their easels to capture the beauty of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau landscape and quaint mountain lifestyle. This type of outdoor location painting is known as en plein air, French for open air. The Cashiers Plein Air Festival is a biennial event held to raise funds to enhance The Village Green. During this week-long event, artists set up their easels in and around Cashiers to create original art depicting the area. These unique paintings are displayed for viewing and sale at The Village Green Commons. Other highlights include a special patron party, the Palette to Palate Affair, as well as live demonstrations by the artists. The Cashiers Plein Air Festival will take place July 15-20, 2024. For more information, visit www.cashierspleinairfestival.com.

Cashiers Christmas Parade

Cashiers Christmas Parade

The 49th Annual Cashiers Christmas Parade is almost here, and Santa and Mrs. Claus are coming to Cashiers! Mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, December 2, at 3:00 PM. We’re excited to showcase over forty festive floats and this year’s Grand Marshal, Mark Kay Andrews, whose novel Bright Lights, Big Christmas inspired the parade’s theme. There will be live coverage from the Cashiers Crossroads by The HighSouth https://thehighsouth.com/ The parade route starts on Highway 107 South from Cashiers School Road and heads north to the crossroads, where our parade Emcees, Drew English, and Sarah Jennings, will announce the participants and Spirit Award recipients to the crowd. The parade will turn left to head west on US Highway 64 to Frank Allen Road and the Cashiers Community Center.

Sylva Christmas Parade

Event - Sylva Christmas Parade

Sylva Christmas Parade

Organized by the Main Street Sylva Association, downtown Sylva’s annual Christmas Parade takes place along Historic Main Street and offers plenty of holiday cheer along with marching bands, floats featuring community organizations and a chance to see Santa! The start time is 3 p.m., and the parade lasts approximately one hour. For more information please call 828-586-2719 or click here.

Green Energy Park Youth Arts Fest

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Green Energy Park Youth Arts Fest

The 14th Annual Youth Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, September 21st. This event is free and geared specifically towards kids with the intention of giving them a space to participate in a multitude of arts and crafts related activities. Our artists as well as community members provide demonstrations and/or activities for attendees to either observe or participate in. Demonstrations in glassblowing, blacksmithing, raku, flameworking, etc. are generally available to watch. Activities range in a variety of media, anywhere from ceramics, face painting, sewing, and so much more. Food is available for purchase on site from local vendors. There will be no on site parking available. There will be free satellite parking available as well as free shuttles running to and from all locations.

6 Top Reasons Couples Love Jackson County

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6 Top Reasons Couples Love Jackson County

The holidays are behind us and winter is in full swing, making it the perfect time to snuggle up and reconnect with your loved one during Jackson County’s Secret Season. With fewer crowds, you’ll be able to enjoy more alone time on the trails and vistas all to yourself as you unplug and reconnect. With Valentine’s Day on Friday this year, you can make the most out of a romantic weekend getaway to the mountains. Here are the top reasons couples love escaping to the Western North Carolina mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro and Sylva.

Flush Away the Winter Blues at the Outhouse Races

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Flush Away the Winter Blues at the Outhouse Races

The winter blues may be in full effect now that we’re getting closer to the warmer months of spring. However, don’t discount February just yet. Jackson County, located in the mountains of Western North Carolina, is the perfect combination of small-town charm and outdoor adventure surrounded by majestic mountain vistas, filled with gorgeous waterfalls and overflowing with friendly ambience. The county is conveniently located just a short drive from Charlotte, Nashville and Atlanta.

Plan Your North Carolina Mountain Vacation in 2022

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Plan Your North Carolina Mountain Vacation in 2022

In 2021, Americans wasted almost a third of their PTO, and it’s no surprise that feelings of burnout are at an all-time high. Take a safe and relaxing retreat to the NC Mountains of Jackson County, where you can reconnect with nature at your own pace. Located about an hour west of downtown Asheville, our mountain towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva are your oasis from the crowded cities. Trade your traffic for trees and take a relaxing road trip to your mountain escape.

July 4 Fireworks & Festivities

July 4 Fireworks & Festivities

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. Free concert from 6:30-9:30 p.m., by Gotcha Groove (classic rock/pop/soul/beach covers) at Bridge Park in Sylva, N.C. Bring a chair or blanket. Pets must be on a leash. Food and beverage vendors on site. No smoking, vaping, coolers or tents allowed. Children’s activities from 4-8 p.m. by the Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department. Fireworks at dark (approximately 9:30 p.m.).