THINGS TO DO, PLACES TO GO

With spring just around the corner, it's the perfect time to start planning a trip to the mountains of western North Carolina. Whether you're checking out Brevard, Asheville, Hendersonville or any of the small surrounding communities, there is no shortage of things to do or places to go.

March 12-14
22nd Annual Comedy Classic - Grove Park Inn, Asheville, NC
This is your chance to catch a weekend of great comedy acts, a comedy clinic, live music and even a cooking demonstration. The headliner is funny man Sinbad along with Kathleen Madigan and Vic Henley.  For more information, visit the Grove Park Inn online, or call 800-438-0050.

March 19-21 - Western North Carolina Home Show - Asheville Civic Center
Visit more than 250 exhibitors with products and services for the home. Visit wnchomeshow.com for details.

March 19-20 - Banff Film Festival - Porter Center, Brevard College - Brevard
Features some of the best films on mountain sports and cultures. Outdoor events including fly fishing, canoe trips, rock climbing and more are availble for a fun-filled weekend. For more information, visit online at Brevard.edu.

March 20 - Shindig on the Green Fundraiser "A Celebration of Mountain Traditions"
Colonial Theater in downtown Canton
One of the area's most beloved and authentic cultural traditions featuring old-time music and dance.

March 21 - Blue Ridge Orchestra: A Celebration of Spring - Asheville
Masterworks concert at the Diana Wortham Theater featuring soloist Amy Lovinger performing Vivaldi's Concerto for Violin and Strings "Spring" from "The Seasons". For ticket information, call 828-650-0948.

March 27 & 28
Western North Carolina Orchid Society Show and Sale.  - North Carolina Arboretum
Enjoy the annual judging and bring home some new varieties from plant and supply vendors. For more information, visit onle at NCArboretum.org, or call 828-665-2492.

March 27-28 Bank of America US Open Whitewater competition.
Nantahala Outdoor Center. Two days of action packed racing. For more information call 800-232-7238

Saturdays Apri 3- June 19 - Guided Tours of the French Broad River - Brevard
There's nothing quite like an up close and personal view of the French Broad River and the many species of wildflowers and shrubs along the banks as you drift along the water in your canoe or kayaak. Your trip includes all gear, river shuttle and guide service. For reservations, call Headwaters at 828-877-3106.

Brevard, North Carolina is also a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. In fact, Backpacker Magazine, recently identified the Brevard area as one of the best places for raising "outdoor kids". And Bike Magazine considers the mountain bike trails among the best in North America! The city is located in the heart of Transylvania County - aptly nicknamed, "Land of Waterfalls"
because of the over 260 waterfalls that dot the landscape here, making it a beautiful and often dramatic backdrop for hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking. So whether you are looking for trails for horse back riding, a heart pounding hike, or a pleasant walk among the native laurels and evergreens, you are sure to find it here. Over 50% of the land in Transylvania County is dedicated to the National Forest, including the Pisgah National Forest, Dupont State Forest, and Gorges State Park  and each of them offer their own unique experience. Our mountain streams and rivers also offer up some of the country's best and most scenic fly fishing. The French Broad River, Davidson River, East Fork French Broad, and West Fork French Broad are just a few of the spots that have fisherman from across the country hooked on the area.

The Brevard area also enjoys a rich arts and entertainment community. Included is the famed Brevard Music Center that plays host to some of the world's finest young musicians every summer. You'll also find a wide variety of performances year round at the Brevard College. And there 11 art galleries in the Brevard area, including 5 right on Main Street, where you can discover the works of renowned as well as emerging local artists. 

Throughout the year, you'll find a full schedule of special events like the Gallery Walk, the annual Fourth of July celebration, the Mountain Song Festival, Taste of Transylvania and of course, the annual White Squirrel Festival.

With the vast array of outdoor activities, entertainment options, shopping, sight seeing, and dining out, there are plenty of things to do here in Brevard, North Carolina. No matter how you choose to spend your time, it's also the place where you can enjoy year round southern hospitality, four distinct but gentle seasons, and a more relaxed mountain lifestyle.

Whether you are interested in relocating or simply looking for a vacation get-away in the mountains, we invite you to experience Brevard, North Carolina, and all our neighboring communities for yourself. Come for a visit and you might find that you never want to leave.

Want to learn more? Visit any of these sites for additional details about things to and places to go in and around Brevard, North Carolina.

And be sure to visit our Brevard NC Real Estate Blog on a regular basis for the most current happenings, musings, and information about Brevard!

RECREATION AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Mountain Biking in DuPont State Forest
Hiking in Western North Carolina
The Blue Ridge Parkway
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
DuPont State Forest
Gorges State Park
Cradle of Forestry
Brevard College
Blue Ridge Community College

THINGS TO DO
Brevard Music Center
Flat Rock Playhouse
The Heart of Brevard
The Biltmore House
Earthshine Mountain Lodge
Transylvania County Arts Council

COOL PLACES TO SHOP
SummerBrooke Tea and Garden Gift Shop

GOOD EATS
ED Boudreaux's BBQue
Poppies Gourmet Farmers Market
McCall Farm - Farm fresh vegetables. Sweet corn straight from the field.
Located in Penrose on Crab Creek Rd. 828-884-4054M

COUNTY GOVERNMENT FACTS AND FIGURES
Transylvania County

PLACES TO STAY
Pisgah Inn
The Partridge Nest
Red House Inn
Hampton Inn Brevard
800 Forest Gate Center Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 28768
Tel: 1-828-883-4800
Fax: 1-828-877-5884

Holiday Inn Express
1570 Asheville Hwy.
Brevard, NC 28712
Hotel Reservations: 1 888 HOLIDAY (888-465-4329)
Hotel Front Desk: 1-828-862-8900

TENNIS & FITNESS
Brevard Tennis and Athletic Club

EDUCATION
Transylvania County Schools

MEDICAL
Transylvania Community Hospital
Pardee Hospital
Mission Hospital
Park Ridge Hospital