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Fri, Oct 23 · 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, Oct 23 · 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, Oct 23 · 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Downtown Tryon, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: May 22:5-7pm Live music featuring TKO. Discover the organizations that support the community.
Fri, Oct 23 · 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, Oct 23 · 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
FENCE – Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Thursday & Friday (22nd & 23rd): Doors open at 6pm for food trucks. Haunted areas & movies are open from 7:15 to 9:30… Read more
Fri, Oct 23 · 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, Oct 23 · 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
Sat, Oct 24 · 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.
Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Tryon Arts and Crafts School, 373 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Rogers Park, West Howard St, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Saturday, October 24, 10am-8pm, Foothills Fantasy Festival, Rogers Park, Tryon. ♦ Time & Location Oct 24, 2026, 11:00… Read more
Sat, Oct 24 · 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
Overmountain Vineyards and Winery, 2012 Sandy Plains Rd., Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Join us for our 3rd annual Oyster & Harvest Fest, October 24th from 12-5PM. We will be serving up fresh grilled… Read more
Sat, Oct 24 · 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Parker-Binns Vineyard and Winery, 2275 Whiteside Rd., Mill Spring, NC, Mill Spring
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Enjoy free live music at Parker-Binns Vineyard. Food and beverages available for purchase.
Sat, Oct 24 · 4:30 PM–6:00 PM
Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, Mill Spring
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: 2026 dates are : May 30, July 4, September 19, and October 24.
Sat, Oct 24 · 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, Mill Spring
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Free family fun begins at 5pm and show jumping begins at 7pm. These action-packed nights feature free entertainment… Read more
Sat, Oct 24 · 6:00 PM–9:00 PM
FENCE – Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Thursday & Friday (22nd & 23rd): Doors open at 6pm for food trucks. Haunted areas & movies are open from 7:15 to 9:30… Read more
Sat, Oct 24 · 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
Sun, Oct 25 · 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Parker-Binns Vineyard and Winery, 2275 Whiteside Rd., Mill Spring, NC, Mill Spring
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Enjoy free live music at Parker-Binns Vineyard. Food and beverages available for purchase.
Sun, Oct 25 · 4:00 PM–5:00 PM
FENCE – Foothills Equestrian Nature Center, 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: FENCE’s monthly concert series will feature local band Contigo for their October performance. Join us for an afternoon… Read more
Mon, Oct 26 · 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Join instructor Clara Rogers for five inspiring days of painting and a deep dive into artistic exploration.
Mon, Oct 26 · 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
Saluda Library, 44 West Main Street, Saluda, NC 28773, Saluda
Source excerpt via Polk County Public Libraries: For ages 13+ only! At this drop-in program, attendees will make a spooky Zen garden.
Mon, Oct 26 · 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: Open Mic Night Hosted By: The Accentrix & Danny Grayshock the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month, at 6-8pm.
Tue, Oct 27–Sun, Nov 1 · 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tryon International Equestrian Center, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, Mill Spring
Tue, Oct 27 · 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
Tryon Arts and Crafts School, 373 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, NC, 28782, Tryon
Source excerpt via First Peak of the Blue Ridge: Expand your ceramic finish palette and master three distinct glazing methods in this full-day hands-on seminar led by… Read more
Tue, Oct 27 · 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.
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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.
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