July 2023 | news & updates | Scroll down for a full July Calendar of events! | |
4th of July Festival & Parade | |
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At a glance:
- No parking on Main Street for parade
- Free shuttle for parking, 8am-2pm
- Music & Games in Memorial Park
Celebrate Independence Day with Blowing Rock! Entertainment and games are presented right downtown. The 4th of July Parade is a procession of families in costume, decorated vehicles & floats, musical performances, local officials, and a handful of characters. The Blowing Rock 4th of July Parade will be held on Saturday, July 1 at 10:00 am. It's presented along Main Street from Mellow Mushroom to the Museum.
To improve audience safety and experience, Main Street will be closed to parking on the morning of July 1 (parking will be blocked off overnight). Once the parade and spectators have cleared, around 11:00 am, parking will reopen.
Parking is easy with the complimentary shuttle service, running from the parking lot at Shoppes on the Parkway to Main Street, beginning at 8:00am. The shuttle will run continuously through 2:00 pm, and the short route means short wait times for the next ride.
After the parade, enjoy more music and games in Memorial Park all afternoon, and shopping and dining around town!
See events and performance schedule here!
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Celebrating Music in Blowing Rock | |
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Symphony by the Lake
The crown event of the summer, Symphony by the Lake is a must hear event! Symphony of the Mountains will perform a curated list of masterpieces. This years theme is "From the Alps to the Appalachians." They will also be joined by The Kruger Brothers. Order your tickets now as they are selling fast.
symphonybythelake.com
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Monday Night Concert Series
Born from the fond memories of The Farmhouse Restaurant in Blowing Rock, where your server would sing and entertain you. Monday Night Concert Series aims to entertain with songs from bygone eras as well as show tunes and everything in between. This year shows take place every Monday from July 3 - 31 from 7- 8:30 pm at Broyhill Park Gazebo.
Monday Night Concert Series>>
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Music on the Lawn
Music on the Lawn is a summer tradition. Every Friday from Memorial Day to October musicians come to the Inn at Ragged Gardens to show their stuff. Drinks can be purchased there, and you'll want to bring a lawn chair or blanket. The shows are dependent on the weather, so keep that in mind when making plans.
Music on the Lawn >>
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Don't forget that local restaurants have live music multiple days per week. Check out the events calendar for details. | |
Cupcrazed Cafe
Cupcrazed Cafe has just opened! With indoor and outdoor seating, they're serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as cocktails and cupcakes. Located where the Village Cafe was previously. Take the sidewalk next to Kilwins to get there.
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Mexican Rock
Looking to be open by July 4th, Mexican Rock is bringing Mexican and American food to the Blowing Rock area. Open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, Mexican Rock is sure to satisfy. Find them where Foggy Rock was previously located.
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Deeply Rooted
Recently opened, Deeply Rooted is a boutique with gifts, clothing, and accessories for women. Opened by the owner of Take Heart, your favorite purple store, Deeply Rooted is rooted in the Blowing Rock community. Find them on Main Street.
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A Spectators Guide to the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show
It's that time of year again. Trailers are carrying horses from all over the country to Blowing Rock, NC to compete in the Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show. This year is the 100 Year Anniversary so make sure to attend!
Get More Info Here
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Trails We Took In June
2023 is the Year of the Trail in NC, and we're highlighting some excellent local trail experiences all year! In June we explored Linville Falls, Price Lake, and th Blowing Rock History Walk.
Read Full Article Here
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Rosebay Rhododendron Blooms | |
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Every year we document the blooming of the Rosebay Rhododendrons that grow wild here in Western North Carolina. Currently, we're seeing the very first blooms open up along the Parkway and here in town. The photo above illustrates how most of the blooms look at the moment, so we're just getting started. Make sure to follow along with us as we follow the Rhododendrons to full bloom!
Follow the Blooms with us>>
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An Appalachian Summer Festival
Photo by David McClister
An Appalachian Summer Festival is a month long celelbration of the performing and visual arts at Appalachian State University in neighboring Boone, NC. The entertainment for 2023 features, John Oates, Lea Salonga, Darius Rucker, and many more.
See the schedule >>
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Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
Photo by @expeditionh_ (Instagram)
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games is one of the largest gatherings of Scottish clans in the world. From dance, to hammer throw the games showcase strength, endurance, and talent. You'll want to plan ahead to attend as event parking varies according to a schedule- shuttles are used for daytime events.
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Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show
August 2-6
The Horse Show is celebrating 100 years this year! This is the Hunter/Jumper I Division of the competition. Expect strength and agility as horses and riders show us what they've got in the ring.
brchs.org
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Art in the Park
August 12
This juried art show brings 90 artists to Blowing Rock. There are 6 shows from May to October each year. Enjoy perusing fine art from paintings, to photographs, to pottery, and everything in between.
artinthepark.com
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Blowing Rock Plein Air Festival
August 15-19
The Plein Air Festival is a celebration of art and beauty in Blowing Rock. Painters of all stripes come to Blowing Rock to paint "en plein air" and capture it's natural spelndor. It finishes up on 8/19 with a wet paint sale at BRAHM.
brahm.org
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July Events in Blowing Rock | |
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1: 4th of July Parade & Festival, Main Street
1: July 4th Block Party, Shoppes on the Parkway
1-2: Artists in Residence: Veronica Vale & Theresa Gloster, Edgewood Cottage
3: Monday Night Concert Series, Broyhill Park
3-9: Artists in Residence: Earl Davis & Allise Whitworth, Edgewood Cottage
4: July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza, Tweetsie Railroad
6: Summer Concert Series, Broyhill Park
7: Music on the Lawn, Inn at Ragged Gardens
8: Classic Car Cruise-In, Shoppes on the Parkway
10: Monday Night Concert Series, Broyhill Park
10-16: Artists in Residence: Jane Campbell & Susan Payne, Edgewood Cottage
13: Blowing Rock Farmer's Market, 379 Sunset Dr.
14: Pet Portrait Workshop, BRAHM
14: Music on the Lawn, Inn at Ragged Gardens
15: Art in the Park, Park Ave.
16: Concert in the Park- Alair Summer Concert Series, Memorial Park Gazebo
17-23: Artists in Residence - Karin Neuvirth & Cindy McEnery, Edgewood Cottage
20: Blowing Rock Farmers Market, 379 Sunset Dr.
20: Square Dancing in Wilson Education Center, BRAHM
21: Music on the Lawn, Inn at Ragged Gardens
22-24: Frisbee Dogs: K9s in Flight, Tweetsie Railroad
24: Monday Night Concert Series, Broyhill Park
24-30: Artists in Residence: Waitsel Smith & Kathryn Regel, Edgewood Cottage
27-30: Frisbee Dogs: K9s in Flight, Tweetsie Railroad
25-29: Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show- Hunter/Jumper Division I, Broyhill Equestrian Preserve
27: Blowing Rock Farmers Market, 379 Sunset Dr.
27: Centennial Celebration - Randy Johnson, Blowing Rock Community Library
27: Cork & Canvas, BRAHM
28: Blowing Rock Tour of Homes, St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church
28: Music on the Lawn, Inn at Ragged Gardens
30: Community Band Concert, Memorial Park Gazebo
31: Monday Night Concert Series, Broyhill Park
31-8/6: Artists in Residence: Susan Sharpe & Evenlight Eagles, Edgewood Cottage
Plus: Several local restaurants offer live entertainment each week!
And: Ongoing Exhibits and weekly kids' programming at Blowing Rock Art & History Museum!
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Did you know?
Rhododendrons are in the heath (or heather) family of plants, the same family as blueberries and azaleas. Per the American Rhododendron Society, "All azaleas are rhododendrons, but not all rhododendrons are azaleas."
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