Entertainment in North Carolina & Georgia
The Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina are not just for nature trips. The area also has various entertainment spots that magically remove exhaustion from your body. Although the place is known for its breathtaking scenic views, some businesses also thrive because, after a healing nature experience, people also try other kinds of entertainment, such as parks, galleries, and music venues.
Here is a list of the most visited entertainment in the Blue Ridge Mountains and why they are the crowd’s favorite.
Murphy, NC
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel in Murphy, NC, is the best place for parties, gaming, and bowling. You can have fun trying the 1,000 slot machines and 70 traditional table games. You can also book accommodation for a more extended stay.
Murphy, NC
- Hours: Tue-Fri 10 AM-4 PM, Sat 10 AM-1 PM
- Cherokee artifacts and local history.
Murphy, NC
- Details: First Friday (May-Oct), downtown galleries, local art.
- Time: 5 PM-8 PM
- Live music, free to attend.
Murphy, NC
- Details: Sept 16-20, 2025, carnival rides, live music (local acts), livestock shows.
- Location: Cherokee County Fairgrounds, 1350 Panther Creek Rd
- Notes: $5 entry, family-friendly, annual tradition.
Andrews, NC
- Details: 8.5-mile railbike tour on historic tracks.
- Season: April-Nov, Wed-Sun
- Notes: Pedal-powered, scenic valley ride.
Andrews, NC
- Location: 125 Chestnut St, Andrews, NC 28901
- Hours: Varies by event
- Notes: Concerts (folk, bluegrass), theater, workshops.
Brasstown, NC
Brasstown Bald is the highest point you could ever be in Georgia, measuring a whopping 4,784 ft above sea level. Brasstown Bald is known for its 360-degree views of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
Brasstown, NC
Now is the time to learn new hobbies, share your expertise, hone your music, dance, crafts, sewing, woodworking skills, and more. This is the place where adults can rediscover themselves and enjoy new experiences.
Brasstown, NC
- Details: Oct 18-19, 2025, pumpkin catapults, live music (folk/local bands).
- $5 admission, parking $5, 10 AM-5 PM.
Hayesville, NC
Another quick and easy trail to conquer is the Chatuge Lake Trail, a 3-mile long round-trip trail. It’s ideal for a quick biking or hiking trip and is beginner-friendly!
Hayesville, NC
- Hours: Varies by show
- 250-seat theater, plays, concerts (bluegrass, classical).
Hayesville, NC
- Details: Friday evenings (June-Aug), live music (rock, country, bluegrass), food vendors.
- Time: 6 PM-9 PM (music at 7 PM)
- Free, bring a chair, 2025 lineup TBD (past acts: Tuesday’s Gone, Smoky Mountain High).
Hayesville, NC
- Details: Sept 20, 2025, Cherokee crafts, dancing, music (traditional), fry bread.
- Time: 10 AM-3 PM
- Free, family-friendly, annual celebration of Eastern Band Cherokee culture.
Hayesville, NC
- Details: Sept 20, 2025 (Tentative date), beer/wine tasting, live music (local acts), food sampling.
- Time: 4 PM-7:30 PM
- $15-$25 tickets, benefits downtown projects.
Blue Ridge, GA
Go on a 4-hour adventure exploring the majestic Appalachian foothills, seasonal foliage, and Toccoa River with a 2-hour layover. With the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, you can enjoy the beauty of nature without exhausting yourself from hours and miles of hiking and driving.
Blue Ridge, GA
- Details: April 26, 2025, fishing demos, live music (local), outdoor vendors.
- Free entry, celebrates trout fishing heritage.
Blue Ridge, GA
- Details: May 10-11, 2025 and Oct 11-12, 2025, art, crafts, live music (local acts)
- Juried show, family-friendly.
Blue Ridge, GA
- Details: June 14, 2025, jazz music, wine tasting, food vendors.
- Tickets ~$35, check site, outside downtown.
Blue Ridge, GA
- Details: Sept 20, 2025, blues music (regional bands), BBQ vendors.
- $10 admission, kids 12/under free, 11:30 AM-9 PM
Blairsville, GA
Taking the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway gives a major main character vibe from a Hollywood movie. It’s a 40-mile loop offering views of Brasstown Bald, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, and the North Georgia mountains.
Blairsville, GA
Mountain Music & Moonshine Festival is one of the most awaited festivals in GA. Enjoy live music, car shows, local crafts, food, and authentic moonshine. This family-friendly event is also free to enter! It happens every late summer or early fall, and this year, it is scheduled for July 26, 2025.
Blairsville, GA
- Hours: Mon-Fri 10 AM-4 PM, Sat 10 AM-1 PM
- Old courthouse, local history.
Blairsville, GA
- Details: Monthly (April-Oct), classic cars, live music (local bands).
- Free, annual highlight in June.
Blairsville, GA
- Details: May 24-25, 2025, regional crafts, live music (variety).
- Free, includes parade, vendor-focused.
Blairsville, GA
- Details: June 14-15, 2025, bagpipes, Highland music, dancing, games.
- $10/day or $15/weekend, kids under 12 free, Scottish heritage.
Blairsville, GA
- Details: Oct 11-12 & 18-19, 2025, sorghum syrup making, live music (folk/bluegrass), crafts.
- $5 entry, kids under 12 free, two-weekend event.
Hiawassee, GA, 10 miles from Hayesville
- Hours: Open daily, sunrise-sunset
- 3,424-ft overlook, steep drive or hike.
Hiawassee, GA
- Details: Lake Chatuge Marine—boat rentals, kayaks, summer water playground.
- Location: 2500 GA-75 Alt, Hiawassee, GA 30546
- Season: Playground June-Aug, rentals year-round
- 7,500-acre lake, family fun.
Hiawassee, GA
- Multiple events throughout the year
- wine tasting, live music (local acts), crafts, family-friendly, carnival, food trucks and many more!
Young Harris, GA
- Details: June 6-8, 2025, seafood vendors, live music (local acts), wine tasting.
- $5 entry, kids under 12 free, 20+ bands over 3 days.
Morganton, GA
Your trip to the Blue Ridge Mountains will not be complete until you visit Lake Blue Ridge Recreation, where you can enjoy your favorite outdoor activities like swimming, boating, and kayaking while being surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Pack your bags and don’t forget your sunblock because the sandy beach and calm waters are waiting for you!
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