Festivals
Fill Your Calendar With Family Fun
Search our list of festivals and celebrations to plan your vacation around a signature event or browse things to do in Bryson City this weekend. You’ll find visitor favorites like Freedom Fest, Fourth of July fireworks and much more.
Upcoming Festivals
Ice Skating at The Yard
During the holiday and winter season, The Yard is transformed into a synthetic ice…
Valentine’s Day Dinner, Music Show, & Hayride
Celebrate Love at Darnell Farms! Join us for an unforgettable Valentine’s evening…
NOC Spring Fling
The annual kick off to the adventure season and the Upper Nantahala / Cascades River…
Womens Paddlefest 2025
Mind Body Paddle and NOC host this annual weekend retreat for women paddlers to enjoy…
More Bryson City Events
Valentines Day
Spend a romantic weekend in Bryson City. From cozy cabins to train excursions, to a…
Spring & Easter
Visit Bryson City and the Great Smoky Mountains for events and things to do.
4th of July
Celebrate the Fourth of July in Bryson City with fireworks, festivals, patriotic…
Labor Day
Labor Day Weekend is perfect for late summer getaway packed with adventure.
Fall Events
Cool mountain air, colorful leaves, gatherings around the fire pit - find fall events…
Annual Events & Festivals
From celebrations for all holidays and the Polar Express to craft fairs, markets…
Railroad Events
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, one of Bryson City’s signature attractions…
Concerts & Live Music
Catch some authentic Appalachian live music at our Farmers Market, or pull up to the…
Christmas & Holiday
The Christmas holiday season is extra special in Bryson City. A drive-thru light…
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