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Mon, Sep 7 · 9:30 AM–11:30 AM
Columbus Library, 1289 West Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722, Columbus
Source excerpt via Polk County Public Libraries: Love plants, pollinators, or spending time outdoors?
Mon, Sep 7 · 6:00 PM–6:00 PM
Iron Key Brewery, 135 Locust Street, Columbus, NC, 28722, Columbus
Tue, Sep 8 · 10:30 AM–11:00 AM
Saluda Library, 44 West Main Street, Saluda, NC 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via Polk County Public Libraries: Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Tue, Sep 8 · 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Saluda Library, 44 West Main Street, Saluda, NC 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via Polk County Public Libraries: We often admire rock outcrops from a scenic overlook or scramble across them on a favorite hike — but these dramatic… Read more
Tue, Sep 8 · 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Downtown Tryon, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Tue, Sep 8 · 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
The Fitz Lounge, 69 Pacolet St., Tryon, NC, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free. Tide & Trivia Tuesdays, 6:30pm, at The Fitz, Tryon.
Wed, Sep 9 · 9:30 AM–11:30 AM
Columbus Library, 1289 West Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722, Columbus
Source excerpt via Polk County Public Libraries: This program, led by Partnership for Children of the Foothills, is for parents of children from birth to five years old.
Wed, Sep 9 · 10:30 AM–11:00 AM
Columbus Library, 1289 West Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722, Columbus
Source excerpt via Polk County Public Libraries: Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Wed, Sep 9 · 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Iron Key Brewery, 135 Locust Street, Columbus, NC, 28722, Columbus
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free Live Music Wednesday’s from 6-8pm. Wednesday night is flight night.
Thu, Sep 10–Sun, Sep 13 · 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, Mill Spring
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: The Fork at Tryon International returns in 2026! Eventing competition is FREE for spectators to enjoy!
Thu, Sep 10 · 5:30 PM–7:01 PM
Bryant H. Womack Justice and Administration Building, 40 Courthouse Street, Columbus, NC 28722, Columbus
Thu, Sep 10 · 7:30 PM–9:00 PM
The Purple Onion, 16 E Main St, Saluda, 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Thursday Nights 7:30 p.m. Saturday Nights 8:00 p.m.
Thu, Sep 10 · 8:00 PM–11:00 PM
Silver Spoon Saloon, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, Mill Spring
Thu, Sep 10 · 8:00 PM–11:00 PM
Tryon International, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC 28756, Mill Spring
Fri, Sep 11–Sun, Sep 13 · 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, Mill Spring
Fri, Sep 11 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM
FENCE – Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free community Yoga, every Friday, 9:30-10:30am at FENCE♦ Join Anna Maphis on the mat for yoga on Fridays.
Fri, Sep 11 · 4:00 PM–6:00 PM
Saluda School, 214 E Main St, Saluda, NC, 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Fridays, 4-6pm, May-October, Saluda Elementary School, 214 E. Main St., Saluda, NC (in the field by the tennis courts)… Read more
Fri, Sep 11 · 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
The Tryon Bottle, 15 S Trade St, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free tastings of featured wines at the Tryon Bottle from 5-7pm every Friday ♦ Food is available for purchase from… Read more
Fri, Sep 11 · 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
Sully’s Place, 155 W. Mills St. Suite 112, Columbus, NC, 28722, Columbus
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Enjoy Karaoke at Sully’s Place, every Friday 7-10pm, Columbus, NC. Good music, cold drinks and great times.
Fri, Sep 11 · 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
Green River Eddy’s Tap Room, 435 E Main St, Saluda, NC, 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill located inside Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. Performer… Read more
Fri, Sep 11 · 7:00 PM–8:30 PM
McCreery Park, Main St., Saluda, NC, 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free. Top of the Grade Concert series takes place at the Ella Grace Mintz Stage in McCreery Park, Saluda, NC.
Fri, Sep 11 · 7:00 PM–8:30 PM
McCreery Park, Main St., Saluda, NC, 28773, Saluda
Sat, Sep 12 · 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Polk County Courthouse, One Courthouse Square, Columbus, 28722, Columbus
Sat, Sep 12 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Polk County Courthouse, One Courthouse Square, Columbus, 28722, Columbus
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Saturdays, 9am-12pm, May-October, Courthouse St., Columbus, NC. Fresh local produce for your family.
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Columbus, Tryon, and Saluda are Polk County's three municipalities; Saluda crosses the Henderson County line. Mill Spring, Green Creek, Sunny View, Coopers Gap, and the other named routes are unincorporated discovery areas. Listings are assigned from the verified physical venue rather than a mailing city.