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Event Series Sundays with Sam at Kettell Beerworks

Sundays with Sam at Kettell Beerworks

Kettell Beerworks 567 Main Street East, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Enjoy an afternoon of brews and live music at Kettell Beerworks featuring singer-songwriter extraordinaire Sam Fanthorpe. Fanthorpe, whose motto is “has guitar, will travel,” serves up an eclectic combination of original works, classic country, jazz, blues and Appalachian roots music. Audiences enjoy his combination of a great voice, excellent guitar chords and fun personality. Hours […]

Free
Event Series Music at Forum: The Olivia Show

Music at Forum: The Olivia Show

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum’s 46th season transforms Hayes Auditorium into Xanadu with The Olivia Show, a tribute to Olivia Newton-John. Sabrina Sia, a […]

$12 – $45
Event Series Music at Forum: The Olivia Show

Music at Forum: The Olivia Show

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum’s 46th season transforms Hayes Auditorium into Xanadu with The Olivia Show, a tribute to Olivia Newton-John. Sabrina Sia, a […]

$12 – $45

Grandfather Mountain Animal Enrichment Day

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

On Animal Enrichment Day, guests learn how Grandfather Mountain cares for the nature park’s furry and feathered residents. An enrichment is a special treat, new toy or even an unfamiliar scent given to the animals to break up their routines and help keep them active and intellectually stimulated. The day serves as a fun and […]

Free with park admission

Village Summer Concert Series: Classic Trio

The Village of Banner Elk 140 Azalea Circle, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Enjoy an evening of music outdoors with Classic Trio in the heart of town during the Village of Banner Elk 2025 Summer Concert Series. Classic Trio is known for its classic rock and country, along with a touch of Americana, bluegrass and folk. The free concert takes place on the outdoor stage between Sorrento’s Italian […]

Free

Art on the Greene – Early August Weekend

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Four times each summer, the green at the Historic Banner Elk School comes to life with Art on the Greene, featuring quality, hand-made arts and crafts from select local and regional artisans. The number of artists exhibiting at each show ranges from 40 to 60. They represent a variety of media, such as metal, glass, […]

Village Summer Concert Series: Dylan Tyler Cox

The Village of Banner Elk 140 Azalea Circle, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Enjoy an evening of music outdoors with Dylan Tyler Cox in the heart of town during the Village of Banner Elk 2025 Summer Concert Series. Cox is a versatile singer and guitarist who says he covers "Hank Williams Sr. to Alice in Chains, and everything in between." The free concert takes place on the outdoor […]

Free

Art on the Greene – Early August Weekend

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Four times each summer, the green at the Historic Banner Elk School comes to life with Art on the Greene, featuring quality, hand-made arts and crafts from select local and regional artisans. The number of artists exhibiting at each show ranges from 40 to 60. They represent a variety of media, such as metal, glass, […]

Event Series Sundays with Sam at Kettell Beerworks

Sundays with Sam at Kettell Beerworks

Kettell Beerworks 567 Main Street East, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Enjoy an afternoon of brews and live music at Kettell Beerworks featuring singer-songwriter extraordinaire Sam Fanthorpe. Fanthorpe, whose motto is “has guitar, will travel,” serves up an eclectic combination of original works, classic country, jazz, blues and Appalachian roots music. Audiences enjoy his combination of a great voice, excellent guitar chords and fun personality. Hours […]

Free
Event Series Music at Forum: Liverpool Legends

Music at Forum: Liverpool Legends

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. The 46th season of Music at Forum’s concludes with a British invasion by the Liverpool Legends. The band delivers one of the […]

$12 – $45
Event Series Music at Forum: Liverpool Legends

Music at Forum: Liverpool Legends

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. The 46th season of Music at Forum’s concludes with a British invasion by the Liverpool Legends. The band delivers one of the […]

$12 – $45
Event Series Concerts in the Park

Summer Concerts in the Park

Thursday evening Concerts in the Park, sponsored by the Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce, are a popular summer activity showcasing well-known local and regional bands. The free concerts take place at the amphitheater at Tate-Evans Town Park. The fun dance music — from Southern rock to oldies, '70s, '80s, soul, country and funk — is […]

Free

Banner Elk Chamber

The B.E. Chamber of Commerce serves as a great resource for vacation itineraries, relocation info, retirement planning and a directory of area businesses. Volunteer opportunities, too.

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Town of Banner Elk

The town of Banner Elk (incorporated in 1911) is a thriving municipality located at 3,701 feet elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Avery County, North Carolina.

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Lees-McRae College

Lees-McRae (est. 1899), is a four-year college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. It has the highest elevation campus east of the Rockies, and offers a variety of educational pursuits.
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