NC High Country Thanksgiving & Holiday Events Guide 2023
November 5, 2023
November 5, 2023
Whether you're a seasoned local or a first-time visitor, our guide is your key to unlocking the treasures of the High Country. Join us on a journey through twinkling lights, hearty meals, and heartwarming moments that define the spirit of this special time of year. Let the holiday countdown begin as we uncover the hidden gems, time-honored traditions, and festive happenings that make the NC High Country a holiday haven like no other!
November 24, 12-5:30pm
Held in Memorial Park in Blowing Rock, this event features visits with Santa, games & activities for children, live Christmas music and the lighting of the town tree! Christmas in the Park features: 12-3: Santa, 1:30-3:30: Kids Games, Live Music: 2:30-6:30, Lighting of the Town: 5:30ish.
Wednesday-Sundays
Apple Hill Farm, Banner Elk
Mini farm tours take place every 30 minutes between 10am and 4pm.
November 25, 10-2pm
Backstreet, Downtown West Jefferson
Find unique gifts and holiday decorations.
November 25 - January
Chetola Resort becomes a Winter Wonderland with over 50,000 dazzling lights around Chetola lake. Free to the public.
November 25, 9am-12pm
Horn in the West Drive, Boone
November 25, 10am-4pm
Buckeye Recreation Center, Beech Mountain
Get a jump start on holiday arts and crafts at the Holiday Market held at Buckeye Recreation Center. Start your holiday shopping with locally made crafts, jewelry, food and art. Live music from 12-3pm, kids activities, Mrs. Claus and a Parade of Wreaths add to the fun!
November 25 @ 10am, Main St, Blowing Rock
Held on Main Street, the parade features community floats, music, antique cars, and much more!
November 25-26 @ 11-2pm
Enjoy a special visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy the clear winter views from North Carolina's Oldest Attraction. Free admission for all children with a paid accompanying adult.
November 25 @ 2pm
Homemade floats, marching band, old cars, Boy & Girl Scouts, fire trucks, horseback riders and others parade down Main Street in this traditional small-town event. Bring your own blankets and chairs to set up along the parade route.
Stonewalls Restaurant
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner served 12-7.
Reid’s Cafe
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner To-go.
Dan'l Boone Inn
Hours: 11-9pm (reservations only available for groups of 15 or more)
This family style meal begins with vegetable soup followed by three meats (including turkey), five vegetables, biscuits, dessert and beverage.
The Gamekeeper
Seating: 12, 5 & 7:30pm (reservations required)
4 course meal with choice of entree. $95 adult, $45 child (12 & under).
To make reservations, call: 828-963-7400.
Over Yonder
Seating: 12-5:45 (reservations required)
4 course meal. $77.50 pp.
To make reservations, call: 828-963-6301.
Cracker Barrel
Walk in only.
To-go Thanksgiving dinner available.
Craft Bistro
Seating: 11:00-2
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner.
To reserve, call 336-846-1512.
Glendale Springs Inn & Restaurant
Seating 11-2:30 (reservations required)
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner. $55 pp.
To reserve, call 336-982-3103.
345 Hardin St. Boone | (828) 268-9900
Pre-order freshly baked pies, desserts, and breads for pickup. Order by Nov. 19 to pick up the week of Thanksgiving. The Stick Boy Bakery will be closed on Thursday and Friday (11/23 & 11/24). The Stick Boy Kitchen will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday (11/22 & 11/23).
182 Howard St. Boone | (828) 865-3030
Pre-order select Thanksgiving side items to complete your Thanksgiving meal and pick it up before the holiday. More details coming soon. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
252 Poplar Grove Rd. Boone | Order online - all pickups are on Tuesday, November 21st.
Shop for local ingredients, pre-prepared food, beverages, desserts, and more. Order from the High Country Food Hub Thursday through Sunday, November 19th, and pick it up on Tuesday, November 21st.
See our full list of CHOOSE & CUT CHRISTMAS TREE farms in the NC High Country!
Available in the Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, & West Jefferson Area.
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