The Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show began over ninety years ago bringing horse enthusiats and their families to the village of Blowing Rock. The classes are three and five gaited open championship class. They also have Roadster classes both under saddle and harness. Saddlebreeds are the Hackney poines. Also dont't miss the fine harness dividsion...

The event features presentations from renowned photographers, spectacular shooting opportunities on the mountain and a friendly, but competitive (and optional), photo contest.   See. www.grandfather.com for more information

This event  in the High County for ultra cycling statrs along the New River in Todd, NC and covers 200 miles.  The Black & Blue consists of 1 (solo) to 8 person teams that rotate through (8) 25-mile stages as they cover the 200-mile distance and 16,287′ of elevation gain. Riders will complete anywhere from...

Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthday of the animals in the park.  Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthdays of all the animals in the park with games, contests, crafts and surprises. The habitat staff has prepared a fun-filled day for guests as well as programming to celebrate its furry inhabitants.  See www.grandfather.com for more information.

Have a Day Out With Thomas Train, ride a 25 minute ride with Thomas the Train, meet Sir Topham Hatt, storytelling and more. Contact Tweetsie Railroad for tickets.

Grandfather Mtn Educator Workshop- Wild about Bears  see www.grandfather.com for more information.

.   Grandfather Mtn field course for : Forrest is for the Birds. See www.grandfather.com for more information.