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May 24, 2008 through May 24, 2008
WNC Trout Jamboree
Macon County Recreation Park, US 441 South, Franklin

The Western North Carolina Trout Jamboree will be unveiled on May 24 in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. This exciting new event will feature a cooking competition which will include best trout recipes (fried, broiled, grilled, appetizers, etc.), side dishes, desserts, etc. If you are not interested in the cooking competitions, there are plenty of other activities to keep you entertained. There will live entertainment throughout the event, including several Appalachian clogging groups which are always real crowd pleasers. In addition there will be fun activities for kids and adults of all ages, plenty of good food (not just trout), a variety of live bands for all tastes and fun games and contests for everyone.
1-828-524-3161 or
facc@franklin-chamber.com

May 24, 2008 through May 24, 2008
Village Square Arts & Craft Show
Pine Street Park and the Highlands Village Square

Village Square Art & Craft Show will be held in the Pine Street Park and the Highlands Village Square on North 5th Street.The show features area artisans selling woodwork, pottery, jewelry, fine art, folk art and more.
(828) 787-2021

May 24, 2008 through May 24, 2008
A Green Living Fair
Highlands Civic Center

A Green Living Fair will be held from 10 to 5 at the Highlands Civic Center. The fair features vendors selling environmentally-friendly construction products, non-toxic home products, solar and wind energy, organic products and more. Movies and educational programs will be scheduled each hour. Non-profit conservation organizations will also be represented. From 7 to 11 a.m. there will be a tailgate produce market in the parking lot.
(828) 526-90938 Ext. 320

May 24, 2008 through May 25, 2008
Village Square Art & Craft Show
Highlands Village Square and Pine Street Park

An art and craft show featuring regional artisans--fine art, folk art, metal work, pottery, jewelry, woodwork and more--will provide for a fun weekend in the Highlands Village Square and neighboring Pine Street Park. Plenty of parking and food, plus a public bathroom available.
828-787-2021 or
cypicturelady@aol.com

June 14, 2008 through June 14, 2008
12th Annual Taste of Scotland
Macon County Recreation Park, US 441 South, Franklin

Street festival with all day entertainment, clans, authentic Scottish foods, music & dancing, Pipe & Drum Bands, parade, Border Collie emonstrations, crafts, shortbread contest, children’s Highland games and many other contests. Free Admission. 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by The Friends of the Scottish Tartans Museum, Town of Franklin and the Franklin Tourism Development Committee.
(828)524-7472 or
claire@dometrics.com

June 21, 2008 through June 21, 2008
Motown Jazz Concert
National Guard Armory

Sponsored by St. Cyprian's & St. Agnes Episcopal Churches. Doors open at 6pm. Westsound & Chad Reed. $10.
828-506-3063

July 4, 2008 through July 4, 2008
Annual 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks
Macon County Recreation Park US 441S

Activities begin at 11:00am and conclude at dark with the largest fireworks display in Western North Carolina!
800-336-7829

July 5, 2008 through July 5, 2008
11th Annual Sweet Corn Festival
Franklin

Enjoy the best BBQ and the sweetest corn in the mountains while listening to the sounds of the Patton String Band and the Nikwasi Dulcimer Players. Also enjoy homemade pies topped with old-fashioned ice crean, fun and games for children and quality handmade crafts. The fun starts at 11 a.m. and 216 Roller Mill Road in Franklin. Just follow the signs: Hwy 64W, first exit past K-Mart.
828-524-4910

July 6, 2008 through July 6, 2008
Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival

Come celebrate our 27th season! Enjoy great music performed by internationally known artists in a setting as breathtaking as any on Earth! Bringing classical chamber music to the Highlands-Cashiers area since 1981.
828-526-9060 or
hccmf@verizon.net

July 18, 2008 through July 19, 2008
5th Annual Franklin Folk Festival
Downtown Franklin

A celebration of Appalachian heritage in Downtown Franklin. Over 40 living exhibits of authentic mountain living, food, entertainment and more.
828-369-7411

July 24, 2008 through July 27, 2008
43rd Annual Macon County Gemboree
Macon County Community Building US 441S

One of the largest and oldest gem & mineral shows in the southeast. Sponsored by the Gem & Mineral Society of Franklin and the Franklin Chamber of Commerce. Hours 10am to 6pm Thursday-Saturday; Sunday 11a.m. - 5 p.m.
800-336-7829

August 1, 2008 through August 2, 2008
Green Living Fair
Highlands Civic Center

A Green Living Fair will be hosted by the Jackson-Macon Conservation Alliance at the Highlands Civic Center. The fair brings together businesses and conservation organizations committed to bringing a more sustainable future to our region. The day features vendor booths, classes on topics from composting to solar energy, and environmental movies. There will also be art projects for children to work on. Friday evening will feature a guest speaker, and Saturday morning there will be a tailgate market in the parking lot. The event costs $5 for adults, $3 for teens, and is free to children under 12.
828-526-9938 ext. 320 or
JMCA@dnet.net

August 30, 2008 through August 31, 2008
Village Square Art & Craft Show
Highlands, NC

Regional artisans will be selling their creations at the Village Square Art & Craft Sale in downtown Highlands Village Square and neighboring Pine Street Park. You will find fine art, folk art, metal work, woodwork, pottery, jewelry and more. Plenty of parking, food, and a public bathroom. Open 10 to 5 p.m.
828-787-2021 or
cypicturelady@aol.com

September 17, 2008 through September 20, 2008
54th Annual Macon County Fair
Macon County Fair Grounds


828-524-3267

October 16, 2008 through October 18, 2008
16th Annual Smoky Mountain Art & Craft Fest
Macon County Fair Grounds

10am to 5pm daily at the Macon County Fair Grounds - featuring 80 of the finest and most unique Artisans ; live music; great food & over 100 free door prizes donated by the Artists and Crafters.
828-524-6630

October 24, 2008 through October 25, 2008
12th Annual Pumpkin Fest
Franklin

10/24 - 3 to 9 p.m. on Highlands Road - Hayrides, After School Treats for the kids, Street Dance all in East Franklin Shopping Center. 10/25 Street festival along Main Street & crafts with lots of contests, autumnal decorations with all day entertainment, Pumpkin Roll down Phillips Street, costume parade & contest, pumpkin cooking contest, pumpkin decorating contest, scarecrows & more. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Town of Franklin, Franklin Main Street Program and Franklin Tourism Development Committee.
828-524-0476

November 30, 2008 through November 30, 2008
Annual Franklin Christmas Parade
Franklin

3:00 pm. Through the streets of downtown Franklin.
828-524-3161

December 5, 2008 through December 5, 2008
Window Wonderland
Franklin

Victorian Holiday Celebration along townhill in Franklin. Featuring "live" window displays of the season, carolers and other sounds of the season, carriage rides, refreshments and more! The first two Fridays after Thanksgiving.
828-524-0476

December 12, 2008 through December 12, 2008
Window Wonderland
Franklin

Victorian Holiday Celebration along townhill in Franklin. Featuring "live" window displays of the season, carolers and other sounds of the season, carriage rides, refreshments and more! The first two Fridays after Thanksgiving.
828-524-0476