2010 marks the 75th anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway

Join us on an extraordinary journey through the stories of this remarkable route and the region through which it passes. Discover the opportunities the 75th Anniversary presents for us all!

Upcoming EventsCelebrate the Anniversary

Virginia State Peach Festival: 5–7 Aug 2010; Patrick County, VA
The Virginia State Peach Festival is Virginia's celebration of one of its star fruits – the peach!

S2K Days 2010: 5–8 Aug 2010; Asheville Area, NC
S2K Days 2010 is the National Annual Meeting of the S2K Club of America (S2KCA).

North Carolina Mineral and Gem Festival: 5–8 Aug 2010; Spruce Pine, NC
Celebrating over 50 years of earth's treasures!

Mountain Dance and Folk Festival: 5–7 Aug 2010; Asheville Area, NC
The 2010 Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, the country's longest running folk festival, is in its 83rd year of highlighting mountain culture.

Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair 2010: 6–7 Aug 2010; Yancey County, NC
The Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair features over 200 crafters in the circus-sized Heritage Hollow Tent.

Quilt Show: 6–8 Aug 2010; Asheville Area, NC
Asheville Quilt Guild’s popular annual show is a juried event featuring more than 250 quilts of exceptional craftsmanship from across the U.S. and worldwide.

Mountain Street Dances: 6 Aug 2010; Haywood County, NC
Both local residents and tourists enjoy these FREE old-fashioned mountain hoedowns which began in the 1950s with live mountain music and dance demonstrations by local clogging teams.

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Every one of us who has ever traveled the Blue Ridge Parkway has a story to tell about why this scenic route is more than a road. But in case you need a few suggestions … Learn more

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