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Jun 19, 2021
8 a.m. - noon

Outshyne has opened for country music superstars including, Jake Owen, Eric Church, Lee Brice, Colt Ford, Joe Nichols, Gary Allen, and Justin Moore to name a few.

Jun
19
8 AM

Morganton Farmers Market

Jun 25, 2021
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Jun
25
7 PM

Family Friday Nights Summer Concert Series

Jun 26, 2021
8 a.m. - noon

Outshyne has opened for country music superstars including, Jake Owen, Eric Church, Lee Brice, Colt Ford, Joe Nichols, Gary Allen, and Justin Moore to name a few.

Jun
26
8 AM

Morganton Farmers Market

Jul 2, 2021
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Jul
2
7 PM

Family Friday Nights Summer Concert Series

Jul 2, 2021
7 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Outshyne has opened for country music superstars including, Jake Owen, Eric Church, Lee Brice, Colt Ford, Joe Nichols, Gary Allen, and Justin Moore to name a few.

Jul
2
7 PM

Valdese Independence Day Celebration

Jul 3, 2021
8 a.m. - noon

Each year the Town of Valdese celebrates Independence Day by holding an impressive fireworks display on the football field behind the Old Rock School.

Jul
3
8 AM

Morganton Farmers Market

Jul 9, 2021
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Jul
9
7 PM

Family Friday Nights Summer Concert Series

Jul 10, 2021
8 a.m. - noon

Outshyne has opened for country music superstars including, Jake Owen, Eric Church, Lee Brice, Colt Ford, Joe Nichols, Gary Allen, and Justin Moore to name a few.

Jul
10
8 AM

Morganton Farmers Market

Jul 16, 2021
7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Jul
16
7 PM

Family Friday Nights Summer Concert Series

Jul 16, 2021 - Jul 17, 2021
8 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Outshyne has opened for country music superstars including, Jake Owen, Eric Church, Lee Brice, Colt Ford, Joe Nichols, Gary Allen, and Justin Moore to name a few.

Jul
16
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.

Jul
16
8 PM

From This Day Forward - Historic Outdoor Drama

Jul 16, 2021
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.

Bootlegger Bash 2021

Memorial Day Weekend Bash sponsored by South Mountain Distillery and Horsepower Park! The Moonshine Bandits and Colt Ford headlining Friday and Saturday night respectively. Don't miss this weekend of live music, monster trucks and moonshine!

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May Craft Market

Enjoy handmade crafts & gifts from over 60 vendors, door prizes, bake sale and so much more! Proceeds benefit the Historic Valdese Foundation to complete community projects! COVID precautions in place, fun event for the whole family!

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Morganton Farmer's Markets

Morganton's open-air farmers markets offer the best locally grown products in the area. By visiting the Market and supporting your local growers, you reduce your carbon footprint. Plenty of variety can be found right here at your own back door!

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Featured Attractions

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

400 N Green Street, Morganton, NC, 28655

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Downtown Morganton

The Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Historic Downtown Morganton is the newest escape at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina. Guests will find simplicity and functionality throughout the hotel, starting with a complimentary hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi throughout their stay.

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.