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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Historic Carson House
Historic Carson House Museum is open between April and December, interpreting the story of Irish immigrant Colonel John Carson and…
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,…
Keeper's Cut Meadery
For traditional and flavored mead, try Keeper's Cut Meadery in Marion! Visit their tasting room or dog-friendly deck, where you can bring your own snacks.
Wild Acres Retreat
Many organizations come to Wildacres to develop or add to their own stories. Musicians, artists and writers find the breathtaking…
Geneva Hall
If you love to dance, just visit Geneva Hall, next to the Switzerland Inn in Little Switzerland, for square dancing every Saturday evening in July and August!
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…
Buck Creek Trout Farm
The catch-out pond is a wonderful place for family fun and group outings. Fishing poles, bait, and ice provided. Any…
Something Blue Mountain Venue
Something old, Something new... Something borrowed and Something Blue!At Something Blue Mountain Venue, we strive to make everyone feel welcome…
Skyline Village Inn
Enjoy old-time hospitality with a little "colorful" history of secret tunnels and moonshine at this traditional inn built into the…
Inn on Mill Creek
The Inn on Mill Creek Bed & Breakfast near historic Old Fort provides the perfect balance between a secluded getaway…
Blanton House & Venue
Located in downtown Marion, North Carolina, the historic Blanton House prides itself on offering fine southern cuisine with a low…
Foothills Watershed
Foothills Watershed is a 117-acre family riverside hangout and bike park situated on the headwaters of the Catawba River in…
Jalapeno's Fresh Grill
Authentic Tex-Mex cuisine, locally owned restaurant with meeting facilities and catering services.
Bear Creek Marina
We are the only premier music venue and restaurant on Lake James and offer a diverse menu, friendly attentive…
McDowell Arts Council Association
The McDowell Arts Council offers a variety of classes, hosts a unique gift shop filled with local artisans' works and…
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.