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Nature Photography Weekend

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Call it a picture perfect weekend. Grandfather Mountain’s annual Nature Photography Weekend returns June 6-8. This three-day workshop features presentations from renowned photographers; hands-on field courses; one-of-a-kind shooting opportunities; and a friendly, but competitive photo contest. This year's revamped version of the popular weekend includes changes to better accommodate all levels of photographers, making it […]

Helping Hands Concert: Jimmy Fortune and Darin & Brooke Aldridge

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Helping Hands Concert Series brings stars from across the music spectrum to Banner Elk this summer for three benefit concerts. Shows take place at Hayes Auditorium on the campus of Lees-McRae College to raise funds for those impacted by Hurricane Helene in Avery and Watauga counties. The June 6 concert features Country Music Hall […]

$50 – $75

Opening Day at Banner House Museum

Banner House Museum 7990 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC

The Banner House Museum celebrates opening day for its 2025 season with free admission on June 7. The museum, located in the 1865 home built by one of the town’s founders, Samuel Banner, tells the history of Banner Elk and demonstrates what life was like in the North Carolina mountains during the mid to late […]

Free

Animal Birthday Party

Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Hwy, Linville, NC, United States

Every June, Banner Elk invites visitors to meet some true party animals. This afternoon of celebration and special events at Grandfather Mountain honors the black bears, bald eagles, river otters, cougars and elk that call the mountain home. Activities include crafts, games, interpretive talks and special birthday enrichments for the animals — think “bear-thday cake” […]

Free with park admission
Event Series Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Smell of the Kill is dark comedy pitting three deliciously malicious wives against their miserable, self-absorbed husbands. The story unfolds during a monthly dinner party the three couples have held for years. With their husbands in the other room, Nicky, Debra and Molly reveal to each other for the first time that all three […]

$12 – $30
Event Series Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Smell of the Kill is dark comedy pitting three deliciously malicious wives against their miserable, self-absorbed husbands. The story unfolds during a monthly dinner party the three couples have held for years. With their husbands in the other room, Nicky, Debra and Molly reveal to each other for the first time that all three […]

$12 – $30
Event Series Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Smell of the Kill is dark comedy pitting three deliciously malicious wives against their miserable, self-absorbed husbands. The story unfolds during a monthly dinner party the three couples have held for years. With their husbands in the other room, Nicky, Debra and Molly reveal to each other for the first time that all three […]

$12 – $30
Event Series Music at Forum: Miami Sound Revue

Music at Forum: Miami Sound Revue

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a small group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum's 46th season kicks off with Miami Sound Revue. The rhythm is going to get you during this […]

$12 – $45
Event Series Music at Forum: Miami Sound Revue

Music at Forum: Miami Sound Revue

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a small group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum's 46th season kicks off with Miami Sound Revue. The rhythm is going to get you during this […]

$12 – $45
Event Series Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Smell of the Kill is dark comedy pitting three deliciously malicious wives against their miserable, self-absorbed husbands. The story unfolds during a monthly dinner party the three couples have held for years. With their husbands in the other room, Nicky, Debra and Molly reveal to each other for the first time that all three […]

$12 – $30

Helping Hands Concert: John Oates and Jim Lauderdale

Hayes Auditorium at Lees-McRae College 191 Main St W, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Helping Hands Concert Series brings stars from across the music spectrum to Banner Elk this summer for three benefit concerts. Shows take place at Hayes Auditorium on the campus of Lees-McRae College to raise funds for those impacted by Hurricane Helene in Avery and Watauga counties. The June 20 concert features Rock and Roll […]

$50 – $75
Event Series Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Ensemble Stage Presents: The Smell of the Kill

Historic Banner Elk School 185 Azalea Cir SE, Banner Elk, NC, United States

The Smell of the Kill is dark comedy pitting three deliciously malicious wives against their miserable, self-absorbed husbands. The story unfolds during a monthly dinner party the three couples have held for years. With their husbands in the other room, Nicky, Debra and Molly reveal to each other for the first time that all three […]

$12 – $30

Banner Elk Chamber

The B.E. Chamber of Commerce serves as a great resource for vacation itineraries, relocation info, retirement planning and a directory of area businesses. Volunteer opportunities, too.

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Town of Banner Elk

The town of Banner Elk (incorporated in 1911) is a thriving municipality located at 3,701 feet elevation in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Avery County, North Carolina.

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Lees-McRae College

Lees-McRae (est. 1899), is a four-year college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. It has the highest elevation campus east of the Rockies, and offers a variety of educational pursuits.
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