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  • Home
  • Info
    • History
    • Contact
  • Arts
    • Artist Directory
    • Bakersville Galleries
    • Toe River Studio Tours
    • Penland School of Craft
  • Outdoor Activities
    • Gateway to Roan Mountain
    • Appalachian Trail
    • Blue Ridge Parkway
    • Water Activities
    • Cycling
    • Walking
  • Community Events
    • Community Calendar
  • Visitors
    • Accommodations
    • Dining
    • Services
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Bakersville Community Events

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 Bakersville is host to a wide variety of family-friendly events that are held throughout the year, so there is always something special happening here for residents and visitors alike to enjoy! 
NOTICE: To slow the
 spread of the COVID-19 virus in the area, most previously scheduled events in Bakersville and the surrounding communities have either been cancelled or rescheduled.  Please monitor our Community Calendar for the most up-to-date information.
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Annual Easter Egg Hunt

The Annual Town Easter Egg Hunt at Gouge Primary is a real kid favorite, with candy, prizes, and fun for everyone! 
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Toe River Studio Tours

 The Toe River Studio Tours are perhaps the largest and the longest running studio tours in the country. You will find craftspeople and artists in nearly every medium in Mitchell and Yancey counties.  Plan your visit for the first weekend in June or December to take advantage of this opportunity!
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Troutacular!

Grab your pole and head to Bakersville, a North Carolina Mountain Heritage Trout City! Troutacular is an event for kids.
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NC Rhododendron Festival

The NC Rhododendron Festival draws visitors from all over the region on the 3rd weekend in June, and includes a  selection of family friendly events, including the NC Rhododendron Pageant, a Craft Fair with art, music, and food, street dances, and more!
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Annual Fireworks Celebration

Bakersville holds its yearly fireworks extravaganza at Gouge Primary School, at dusk. Visit the Town of Bakersville website or call 828.688.2113 for more info .
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Town-wide Yard Sale

In early July Bakersville holds its annual town-wide yard sale. Hours are 7am - noon. There is a $5 suggested donation for vendors, collected  by members of the Bakersville Community Foundation. Call 828.688.2740, or 828.688.3456 for more info.
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Apple Butter Festival

October is the time for all things apple in the mountains! Sample delicious, fresh-made apple butter and take home several jars to enjoy or give as gifts at the Mitchell County Historical Society’s Apple Butter Festival.
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Tree Lighting & Christmas Concert

On the Saturday after Thanksgiving, come to our downtown tree-lighting ceremony. Galleries will also be open for refreshments.
The annual Christmas concert follows at the Bowman Middle School auditorium.
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Safe Circle Halloween

Bring your wee ghosties & ghoulies to downtown Bakersville, where they can safely trick-or-treat with the Main Street merchants. Then head over to the Fire Department for more fun, with a giant pumpkin drop and  haunted hayrides!
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Town Christmas Parade

The Annual Bakersville Christmas Parade rolls down the main streets of downtown Bakersville on the first Saturday in December. Floats & vehicles assemble at Gouge Elementary School prior to the parade.
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