Local Mtn Events

Park Vista Bourbon Tastings

Park Vista Diner - 1907 Park Vista Rd, West Jefferson | Starts: 3:30 PM | Ends: 5:00 PM

Monthly event!

The last Sunday of the month.

Every month, there will be a new theme of multiple pours (around $50/person), and the owner/ host will enjoy sharing good bourbon and education, announced each month on Facebook (and email list if added).

Alleghany Farmers Market

185 E. Whitehead St. - Sparta, North Carolina, 28675 | Starts: 9:00 AM | Ends: 1:00 PM

Every Saturday!

West Jefferson Walking Food Tour

Downtown West Jefferson - at Caboose 194 BackStreet, West Jefferson | Starts: 2:00 PM | Ends: 4:15 PM

A Taste of the High Country Walking Food Tour, West Jefferson, is a blend of food, history and fun.

Not only will you taste delicious foods but you will learn about many cultural insights and historical tales along the way.

These tours are every Saturday through October 24th.

Tour includes: 3 indoor/seated tastings & 2 on-the-go tastings.

Capacity: 10 hungry people (All ages are welcome).

The cost is $65.00

Please visit website to register and for more details.

Gallery Crawl

Downtown West Jefferson | Starts: 5:00 PM | Ends: 7:00 PM

Gallery Crawl returns to downtown West Jefferson on the second Friday of the month June-October.

Join us 5-7pm for a walking tour of downtown galleries, shops and restaurants with the best in art, music an food,

This event is free and open to the public.

For more information email [email protected] or call 336-846-2787.

Check out our website for a walking map!

Ashe County Corn Maze & Pumpkin Festival

1332 NC Hwy 16 S Jefferson, NC | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 6:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday ,10 AM - 6 PM.

$10 includes all activities - maze, face painting, tractor ride, pumpkin bowling, inflatables and more!

It is a perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy.

The corn maze itself is around 4 acres, and can take as little as 30 minutes and up to an hour or so.

Go at your own pace and take in the beautiful natural surrounds of the Ashe County scenery.

Lansing Park Farmers Market

Creeker Trail Park - 114 S Big Horse Creek Rd, Lansing | Starts: 11:00 AM | Ends: 4:00 PM

A small farmers market on Saturday's in Lansing with multiple farms and artisans vending as well as music and often ready to eat food.

Come enjoy a small-town market in a beautiful park along Big Horse Creek.

Park Vista Sunday Brunch

Park Vista Moto Lodge & Diner - 1907 Park Vista Rd, West Jefferson | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 3:00 PM

Sunday brunch with live music on the patio!

Rooftop Cocktail Party

West Jefferson Hotel Downtown West Jefferson | Starts: 6:00 PM | Ends: 8:00 PM

Watch the sun set over downtown and the surrounding mountains fro the rooftop of the historic WJ Hotel during leaf season.

Five chef-Crafted Bites paired with cocktails, plus two beer or wine selections.

Net proceeds benefit Shoes For Kids!

Helping kids throughout Ashe County.

$100 per guest.

Only 26 tickets available.

Reserve a seat.

Poor weather moves the party inside the ballroom.

Annual Fall Festival Farmers Market

Ashe County Farmers Market 108 Backstreet, West Jefferson | Starts: 8:00 AM | Ends: 1:00 PM

Shop a full market of local farmers and makers, enjoy Fall Harvest Soups, fresh-baked goods, and FUN for the kids- including Friend of the Library Wooly Worm Races!

Good food, good folks and good old-fashioned fun.

We'll see you at the market!

Festival of the Frescoes

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church - 195 J W Luke Rd, Glendale Springs | Starts: 9:00 AM | Ends: 4:00 PM

Arts, crafts, food, and treasures from Granny's Attic rummage sale.

Jeff Little Trio

Ashe Civic Center - 963 Mount Jefferson Road West Jefferson | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 9:30 PM

Mixing Appalachian traditions and an innovative edge, the Jeff Little Trio delivers high-energy shows fueled by amazing musicianship. Rooted in music from the Blue Ridge mountains, Jeff’s virtuosic piano drives their remarkable sound. Award winning musicians Steve Lewis and Luke Little provide intricate guitar, banjo and mandolin. Together they bridge past and present, resonating both history and innovation. From NPR to international stages, their shows have captivated audiences across the globe

Mount Jefferson State Natural Area

Mount Jefferson State Natural Area - 1481 Mt Jefferson Rd, West Jefferson | Starts: 11:30 AM | Ends: 2:30 PM

You are invited to Mount Jefferson SNA’s Birthday Party!

Join park staff for an afternoon of fall themed arts and crafts, a pumpkin patch, birthday cake, and a guided fall foliage hike to one of our most popular overlooks.

This is a FREE public program.

All ages are welcome!

2026 Cruise In - Kool Nights and Hot Rods

Downtown West Jefferson | Starts: 1:00 PM | Ends: 4:00 PM

Join us in downtown West Jefferson for a nostalgic cruise-in with vintage rides.

Courthouse Concert Series - Wayne Henderson, Herb Key & Friends

301 E. Main Street in Jefferson, NC | Starts: 7:00 PM | Ends: 9:00 PM

This performance is part of the Museum of Ashe County History's Courthouse Concert Series and is FREE and open to the public. The Museum of Ashe County History is located at 301 E. Main Street in Jefferson, NC. For more information, call (336) 846-1904. 

DJ KD - Halloween Bash

Boondocks Brew Haus Event Center & Brewery - 302 S Jefferson AVE West Jefferson, NC 28694 | Starts: 8:00 PM | Ends: 11:00 PM

DJ KD spinning your favorites! Costume Contest, Dance Party, and Frightening Drink Specials all to be had.

Doors open at 6 PM!

Courthouse Concert Series - Taylon Hope

301 E. Main Street in Jefferson, NC | Starts: 7:00 PM | Ends: 9:00 PM

This performance is part of the museum's 2026 Courthouse Concert Series and is FREE and open to the public! The Museum of Ashe County History is located at 301 E. Main Street in Jefferson, NC. For more information about this and other events, call (336) 846-1904.