Highlighted Events for June 16th -22nd
What’s Happening in the High Country: June 16–22
The mountains are buzzing this week with fun, fresh air, and local flavor!
Whether you're strolling through a farmers market, enjoying live music
under the stars, or watching a play in a historic theater—there’s
something for everyone in the High Country.
🎨 Artists in Residence
When: Daily, 10 AM–5 PM (June 16–22)
Where: Edgewood Cottage, Blowing Rock
What: Watch local artists David Nelson Collins and Tunde Afolayan
Famous create art in this intimate historic cottage setting. Originals
available for purchase. blowingrock.com+3highcountryhost.com+3highcountry.guide+3
🎶 Lees–McRae Forum Summer Music Series
When: June 16 at 5 PM & 7:30 PM
Where: Hayes Auditorium, Lees McRae, Banner Elk
What: Miami Sound Revue pays tribute to Miami Sound Machine
with a spirited performance.
⚾ Boone Bigfoots Baseball
When: June 17 & 20 at 6:30 PM
Where: Appalachian State’s Smith Stadium, Boone
What: Cheer on the Boone Bigfoots during these summer league
games—perfect for a family outing.
🛍️ King Street Market (Boone)
When: June 17, 3:30–6:30 PM
Where: 126 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone
What: Browse and shop local produce, meats, flowers, bread,
eggs, crafts, and more.
🎭 Ensemble Stage: The Smell of the Kill
When: June 17 & 20–21 at 7:30 PM; June 22 at 2 PM
Where: Historic Banner Elk School
What: A darkly comedic thriller featuring three malicious wives
and their self‑absorbed husbands.
👧 “Mutz‑Mag: An Appalachian Tale for Children”
When: June 18 & 21 at 10 AM
Where: Hickory Ridge Homestead, Boone
What: Interactive storytelling with the audience seated
onstage—bring a blanket. Tickets: $5.
🎬 Historic Appalachian Theatre Tour
When: June 18, 3–4 PM
Where: Appalachian Theatre, Downtown Boone
What: Guided tour exploring the restored 1938 Art Deco theatre
and a short documentary on its history.
🏺 Pottery Glazing Demonstration
When: June 19–22, 10 AM–4 PM
Where: Moses Cone Manor, Blue Ridge Parkway (MP 292)
What: John Turner showcases raku glazing techniques and
his wheel-thrown pottery.
🍅 Blowing Rock Farmers Market
When: June 19, 12–6 PM
Where: Antiques on Sunset, Blowing Rock
What: A variety of local produce, flowers, meats, and artisan
goods.
🎸 Boonerang Music & Arts Festival
When: June 19–22, all day
Where: Downtown Boone
What: Free, multi-venue street festival with local music, art
vendors, after‑parties, and community events
🎻 Jones House Jams (Old‑Time Music)
When: June 19, 7:30–9:45 PM
Where: The Jones House, Downtown Boone
What: Bring an instrument or enjoy folk and fiddle tunes in a
warm, informal jam session. Free.
🌻Avery Farmers Market
When: June 19 3:00 - 6:00pm
Where: near the Historic Banner Elk School and directly
behind the Banner Elk Volunteer Fire & Rescue!! Rain or shine
🎵 Jones House Summer Concert
When: June 20, from 5 PM
Where: Jones House, Downtown Boone
What: Kickoff of weekly Friday summer concerts featuring local
& regional acts. Free event.
🎷 West Jefferson Backstreet Concerts
When: June 20, 5–7 PM
Where: West Jefferson, NC
What: Laid‑back evening of live music—from bluegrass to
blues—in a charming town setting. Free.
👨👩👧👦 Family Fun Night (Beech Mountain)
When: June 20, 5:30 PM
Where: Brick Oven Pizzeria, Beech Mountain
What: Live music, bounce houses, and an outdoor movie—free
entertainment for the whole family.
🌳 Seven Devils Music on the Lawn
When: June 20, 6 PM
Where: The Park at Seven Devils
What: Free outdoor concert (bring chairs). Food trucks available;
alcohol BYOB (weather‑dependent).
🥕 West Jefferson Farmers Market
When: June 21, 8 AM
Where: Downtown West Jefferson
What: A historic covered –air market offering local produce,
nursery plants, baked goods, and crafts.
🌻 Boone Watauga County Farmers Market
When: June 21, 8 AM
Where: 591 Horn In The West Dr, Boone
What: Vendors offer local produce, meats, flowers, with live
music, cooking demos, and kids’ activities.
🎤 Concert on the Lawn (Beech Mountain)
When: June 22, 5–8 PM
Where: Top of the Beech Inn, Beech Mountain
What: Performance by The Lucky Strikes. Chairs provided or
bring your own. Pets welcome; food & drink for purchase.
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