Celebrate Among Locals: McDowell County's Mountain Town Festivals
Some of the best memories are made when immersing yourself in local culture. There is no better way to be immersed in McDowell County than by attending a local festival or event in one of our friendly mountain towns.
The Blue Ridge Mountains are home to so many wonderful celebrations throughout the year. Plan your next vacation around having a great time at one of these events!
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Jack's Mountain Weddings
Jack's Mountain Weddings is a rural, scenic 40-acre community filled with rolling land, trees, and gorgeous mountain views. An idyllic…
Camp Grier
Camp Grier is ideal for family and individual vacations! Enjoy adventures like horse riding and mountain biking on 600 acres of beautiful land in Old Fort!
Golden Hour Charcuterie
Caterer and small plates crafter of unique dishes. Also hosts an exclusive event venue with speakeasy vibes.
North Cove Disc Golf and Leisure Club
North Cove Disc Golf & Social Club is 157 acres of awesome rolling hills situated in a rural valley, framed…
Big League Camp
Big League Camp is a baseball and softball sports and lodging facility on Lake James, just outside Marion, North Carolina.…
Foothills Watershed
Foothills Watershed is a 117-acre bike park, food truck, brewery, and riverside hangout located just downstream from Catawba Falls. With…
Historic Carson House
Visit the Historic Carson House Museum in Marion, NC. Find hours, address, and details for this local history landmark in McDowell County.
Mill Creek Park
Local event area, on Catawba Avenue in downtown Old Fort between Hillman Beer and Whaley Farm Brewery and bordered by…
The High Dive
A pop-up, elevated, dive bar housed upstairs at Mica Town Marion. Open to those 21 and up. This intimate bar…
All Things Geeky By 2 Nerds
Get your geek on at All Things Geeky By 2 Nerds, Marion's own comic book store. Find all kinds of comics, games, toys, collectors items, and more in one place!
Switzerland Inn and Chalet Restaurant
Switzerland Inn is a scenic year-round destination set in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina within a historic,…
Mountain Gateway Museum
The Mountain Getaway Museum is a state museum in Old Fort that features lifestyle and pioneer-era history from the earliest inhabitants to the 20th century.
Painters Greenhouse
Painters Greenhouse in Old Fort is your destination for any kind of plant you desire! Stop by to browse the homegrown plants, gardens, and picnic areas!
Historic Old Fort
Once known as the westernmost outpost in North Carolina, Old Fort has retained much of its original forest lands that…