McDowell County's Premier Celebration Venues
Can you imagine a more beautiful backdrop to your special occasion than the Blue Ridge Mountains? Neither can McDowell County. Which is exactly why, when you’re planning that wedding, reunion, or team-building adventure, look to our venues, businesses, and services to take the best care of you.
Any celebration can be made better in our soulful mountain towns. Rely on local expertise to help guide you through your planning process!
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The Box Factory
Located inside the Larry D. Miller Building in the heart of downtown Marion, NC, the Municipal Events center is soon to be an indoor shopping venue.
Jalapeno's Fresh Grill
Authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, locally owned restaurant with meeting facilities and catering services.
Rivers Ridge Lodge
Upscale timber lodge encircled by Crooked Creek. Plenty of amenities, 6BR/5.5BA with 17 undeveloped acres with 3000 ft. of river…
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 family riverside hangout and bike park situated on the headwaters of the Catawba River in…
Big Lynn Lodge
This 42 room inn is located in the heart of Little Switzerland on NC. Hwy. 226-A, also known as the…
Cottages at Spring House Farm
Eco-retreat, secluded on 92 acre farm with private, distinctive log cabins and historic cottage. Main house is on National Register…
The Catawba River Inn
Elegant, cozy inn adjoining the North Cove Disc Golf and Leisure Club. Well-appointed oversized rooms with gas fireplaces…
Indigo Nature Retreat
INDIGO is a place where spirits are emboldened to be authentic, rise to life's challenges and blaze new trails all…
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,…
Bear Creek Marina
We are the only premier music venue and restaurant on Lake James and offer a diverse menu, friendly attentive…
Countryside BBQ
Countryside BBQ has been a staple in Marion, NC since 1990, proudly serving up slow-smoked barbecue with a side of…
Historic Carson House
Historic Carson House Museum is open between April and December, interpreting the story of Irish immigrant Colonel John Carson and…
Skyline Village Inn
Enjoy old-time hospitality with a little "colorful" history of secret tunnels and moonshine at this traditional inn built into the…
Historic Marion Depot
The Marion Depot has been restored and functions today as a multiple-purpose site. Constructed in the 1860s, it is the…
Mica Town Brewing
Marion's first brewery honoring the heritage of Appalachian mining! By carefully crafting beer inspired by the geology and hard-working people of Western North Carolina, this brewery is a local favorite. Located in Marion's downtown "Social District", stop in for a tasting, spend time on the deck or play a few games upstairs.