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- Jul 27, 2019
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Bring your lawn chair and dancing shoes to the Wells Fargo Parking Lot & get ready to hear some awesome artists!

Jul
26
8 PM

From This Day Forward - Historic Outdoor Drama

Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre

The Waldenses in exile quickly began regrouping, planning, and forming alliances with neighboring countries, those sympathetic with the Waldensian Cause or those seeking to overthrow King Louis XIV.

Aug
2
8 PM

From This Day Forward - Historic Outdoor Drama

- Aug 3, 2019
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre

The Waldenses in exile quickly began regrouping, planning, and forming alliances with neighboring countries, those sympathetic with the Waldensian Cause or those seeking to overthrow King Louis XIV.

Aug
2
7 PM

Valdese FFN featuring Skate Rink Jukebox

Bring your lawn chair and dancing shoes to the Wells Fargo Parking Lot & get ready to hear some awesome artists!

Aug
9
7 PM

Waldensian Festival welcomes Cassette Rewind & Gump Fiction

7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

- Aug 10, 2019
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Feel the power of love when your bedroom boombox comes to life with captivating, dynamic performances of Prince, George Michael, Journey, Whitney Houston, and countless 1980s pop icons.

Aug
9
8 PM

From This Day Forward - Historic Outdoor Drama

Fred B. Cranford Amphitheatre

The Waldenses in exile quickly began regrouping, planning, and forming alliances with neighboring countries, those sympathetic with the Waldensian Cause or those seeking to overthrow King Louis XIV.

Aug
9
5 PM

44th Annual Waldensian Festival

- Aug 10, 2019
5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Since 1976, on the second Saturday in August, Valdese hosts an annual festival to celebrate the "Glorious Return" of the Waldenses from exile in Switzerland to their native valleys in the Cottian Alps of Italy in 1689.

Aug
10
7 PM

Waldensian Festival with Gary Lowder & Smokin' Hot

In 2015 Gary Lowder & Smokin Hot were nominated for Thirteen Carolina Beach Music Awards, with J.K. Loftin, group guitarist being honored with Engineer of the Year.

Aug
16
7 PM

Valdese FFN featuring Carson Hill

Her music is an invigorating mix of singer/songwriter, country, and folk elements, which come to the forefront on her latest singles, "Under The Skin" and "Staying Low" - Produced by Brad Smith, founding member of Blind Melon.

Aug
23
7 PM

Valdese FFN featuring Dirty Grass Soul

After touring the Carolina's behind their self-released debut album "The Long Way", as well as shows with the likes of many of premier national bands under their belt, Dirty Grass Soul has earned a reputation as one of the southeast's emerging Southern Rock/Alt.

Aug
30
7 PM

Valdese FFN featuring The Tim Clark Band

105 Davis St, Morganton, NC, 28655

As lead singer for the immensely popular Charlotte, NC band Sugarcreek, Tim perfected his unique brand of showmanship, displaying a natural gift for winning over an audience.

Lake James State Park

Lake James State Park offers a full menu of activities. Along with boating, swimming and fishing in the beautiful, clear waters of the 6,812-acre lake, there are 25 miles of trails, 15 of which are open to mountain biking.

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Linville Gorge Wilderness

Linville Gorge is one of Eastern America's most scenic and rugged gorges, created by the scouring action of the Linville River. Sometimes it is referred to as the "Grand Canyon of Eastern USA." The steep walls of the Gorge enclose the Linville River for 12 miles.

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South Mountains State Park

North Carolinas largest State Park, in one of the state’s most rugged areas, South Mountains State Park features elevations to 3,000 feet, an 80-foot waterfall, mountain streams and more than 40 miles of trails for hikers, equestrians and mountain bikers.

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Featured Attractions

Bed & Breakfast Inns

Inn at Glen Alpine Bed & Breakfast

It is centrally located in Western North Carolina and just minutes from hiking, parks, fishing, historic towns, museums, wineries and breweries, shopping, restaurants and much more!

Campgrounds Cycling Fishing Hiking Parks & Forests

South Mountains State Park

The largest state park in North Carolina with more than 40 miles of trails and an 18-mile mountain bike loop. Elevations up to 3,000 feet and an 80-foot waterfall provide excellent views. Located just south of Morganton and Valdese. Activities include equestrian camping, primitive camping, trout fishing, mountain biking, picnicking and hiking.

3001 South Mountain State Park Road, Connelly Springs, NC, 28612

Boating Campgrounds Camping Canoeing & Kayaking Cycling Fishing Hiking Parks & Forests

Lake James State Park Paddy's Creek Area

Tucked away in rolling hills at the base of Linville Gorge, Lake James includes 6,510 surface acres with more than 150 miles of shoreline. Swimming, canoeing, fishing and hiking. Picnic areas, bath house and rest rooms. Trails, camping and guided ranger tours and activities. 83 campsites range from boat-in only to car and walk-in sites.

2693 Park Trail, Nebo, NC, 28761

2400a S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Sleep Inn

Free Continental Breakfast. Swimming pool. Interstate 40, Exit 105.

2400 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655

Quality Inn

The Quality Inn hotel in Morganton is conveniently located off Interstate 40, exit 105 and close to area attractions and businesses, including Lake James and Linville Caverns.

1273 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC, 28655

Comfort Inn

The Comfort Inn & Suites hotel is located off of Interstate 40, exit 103.

1100 Burkemont Ave, Morganton, NC, 28655

Days Inn & Suites

Experience warm southern hospitality and great value at Days Inn & Suites Morganton hotel.