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Ashe County Farmers MarketEvery Saturday (rain or shine) Mid April – October / 8am – 1pm -- West Jefferson, NC2022 Season begins April 16th and ends October 29.  Over 50 Local Vendors Conveniently located at 108 Backstreet in Downtown West Jefferson. &nb... View the full post »

The 2021 MLS Market Report for the High Country Association of Realtors® saw agents finish out the year with records in sales volume and some comparable numbers to the historical totals we saw in 2020.As for December of 2021 the High Country MLS recorded 249 homes sold ... View the full post »

JULY 1-2, 2022 -- Ashe County’s Christmas in July Festival is returning to Downtown West Jefferson with a new look and footprint for the festival!An opening ceremony will kick off the festival on Friday, July 1, 2022 at 5 PM followed by an entertainment lineup especiall... View the full post »

New River Marathon New River Marathon is planning for its upcoming race and invites all runners and walkers to join. The New River Marathon is scheduled for May 14 and will include options to participate in a marathon, half-marathon and/or 5K. Breath-taking s... View the full post »

Ashe County NC Art Day Trip Article From:  High Country HostPictured: Florence Thomas Art School Gallery  The thriving arts scene in Ashe County encompasses visual art, music, literary and performing ventures-- including lively play producti... View the full post »

Explore our area state and country parks! Mount Jefferson State Natural Area - Rising abruptly to more than 1,600 feet above the surrounding landscape. Five hiking trails allow exploration of rare geology and plant communities, including a child-friendly TRACK trail and a strenuou... View the full post »

MerleFest 2022April 28-May 1, 2022  ~  merlefest.orgMerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of Eddy Merle Watson as a fundraiser for Wilkes Community College and to celebrate ‘traditional plus’ music.We are about the MUSIC, MOMENTS and MEMORIES!MerleFest, con... View the full post »

Christmas TreeS! Ashe County is a great location to find your family's Christmas Tree. A number of farms in the County offer terrific choose & cut experiences that are fun for all ages. Please download the Choose & Cut Map and Directory to view the location ... View the full post »

White House Christmas Tree Chosen at Peak Farms Video, Fox 46 Charlotte Officials from the White House were in Ashe County on Wed, Oct 20 to select a tree for the upcoming holiday season. White House Ground Superin... View the full post »

Celebrate the holiday season as Tweetsie Railroad transforms into a winter wonderland for Tweetsie Christmas! Enjoy a nighttime train ride among thousands of dazzling lights!Tickets include admission and are for a specific date and train ride time. A limited number o... View the full post »

Tweetsie Railroad transforms from the Wild West into a haunted park with Halloween thrills and chills for all ages. The highlight of each evening is a nighttime ride on the Ghost Train, other spooky attractions include the Haunted House and the Freaky Forest. Younger ghou... View the full post »

The Haunted Factory is Now Open The ghosts and ghouls at the Haunted Factory announce that they are open every Friday and Saturday at 7 pm until the end of October. Tickets are $10/person and is located at 370 E Buck Mountain Rd, West Jefferson. For more information, call (336) 97... View the full post »

There is no better place for a round of golf than in the cool mountain air found in the NC High Country! Boone Golf Club Willow Valley Resort Golf Course Mountain Aire Golf Club (pictured)Linville Land Harbor Golf Course Olde Beau Golf Club Mountain Glen Golf Club Sug... View the full post »

Florence Thomas Art School The mission of Florence Thomas Art School is to provide resources for instruction, exhibition and experience in the fine arts and heritage crafts for Ashe County and the region. Florence Thomas Art School offers workshops from 3... View the full post »

Fall Peak Leaf Color in the High Country region of the NC Mountains can be found from late September to early November thanks to the varying elevations.  Use our helpful peak leaf prediction breakdown and links to current foliage reports to help you plan your trip to the m... View the full post »