Asheville Restaurant Week in the WNC Mountains

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The world’s most exceptional cuisine often originates from regions where local ingredients are readily available. One such haven is the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina, specifically Asheville and its surrounding areas. This January, food enthusiasts can savor the flavors of the annual Asheville Restaurant Week, taking place from the 16th to the 24th. Learn … Read more

New Year’s Eve in Franklin, NC

New Years Eve Ruby Drop Franklin, NC

The Motor Company Grill and Crabtree General Store is hosting the 10th Annual Ruby Drop on new Year’s Eve in Franklin, NC. The celebration will take place on the Square in downtown Franklin. For those who are unfamiliar with this local tradition, it’s an evening of festivities that culminates in the famed Ruby Drop. It’s … Read more

Best Place for Donuts in Franklin, NC

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When one thinks about the possibility of moving to a small town, a common concern is the distance to high-quality food and drink. Take breakfast treats for example. Who wants to live somewhere without decent donuts or bagels nearby? Thankfully, residents of Franklin, NC don’t have that worry. Less than 5 short blocks from Sanctuary … Read more

Best Places to Stay in Franklin, NC

Rainbow over the mountains surrounding Franklin, NC

Organized in 1820, the town of Franklin, North Carolina has been known for centuries as a quaint oasis amid the Great Smoky Mountains. Even though the town has grown in recent decades, the area still maintains the small-town feel that has always made the town so attractive to tourists. First-time visitors often become second and … Read more

Holiday Shows at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts in Franklin, NC

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Since the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts first opened its doors in 2009, residents and visitors of Franklin, NC have benefitted from the outstanding lineup of performers that the center has attracted to the area. From renditions of Broadway musicals to world-famous musicians, as well as local performers, the stage has been graced … Read more

Winter Wonderland in Franklin, NC

Christmas Tree on the Square in Franklin, NC

Each year, as soon as the Thanksgiving turkeys have been devoured, the town of Franklin, NC launches a month-long celebration of Christmas. For two consecutive Saturdays following Thanksgiving, Main Street in downtown closes to vehicle traffic from 5:00-8:00 PM and turns into a lighted spectacle of holiday joy known as Winter Wonderland. Saturday, November 25 … Read more

Best Scenic Drives in Franklin, NC

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While Fall is still in the air, it’s the perfect time to grab some of your favorite people, jump in the car, and explore. Check out the sights offered by the best scenic drives in and around Franklin, North Carolina! Great Smoky Mountains National Park With more than 500,000 acres of scenery nestled within this … Read more

Best Things To Do in Franklin, NC

Franklin Pumpkin Fest

Museums Incorporated in 1855, the town of Franklin, North Carolina has a whole lot of history! This small town has three separate museums downtown to showcase its rich heritage. The Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum focuses on native gems and minerals from the region and tells the story of how they contributed to the colonization … Read more

27th Annual PumpkinFest in Downtown Franklin, NC

Pumpkin Fest in Franklin 2023

In Franklin, North Carolina, Fall celebrations can be found every weekend and around every corner during the month of October. The leaves are changing, the colder weather has created an air of excitement, and everyone is ready to enjoy our favorite season in the mountains. But, of all the celebrations and traditions for Autumn in … Read more

Mountain High Music, Craft & Car Show in Franklin, NC

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

In Franklin, North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts is known for the wide variety of entertainment that graces its stage each year. There are musicians, talent competitions, magicians, Broadway musicals, and much more to see in this theatre. But on Saturday, October 14, for the third year in a row, the … Read more

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