Soulshine N' Sunshine Hippie Fest
May 2 - 3, 2026
hamptonhomesteadfarm.com
(704) 214-6836
Hampton Homestead Farm - Gastonia, NC
Kid Friendly, Hippie Fest filled with good vibes and fun for all ages. Multiple Stages of music, overnight camping offered, yoga sessions, petting zoo, local artisans, unique vendors, classic fishing style games. We're creating a joyful, laid-pack atmosphere where families can explore handmade goods, enjoy great food and spend the day connecting with their community.
Christmas Made in the South / Charlotte
October 23 - 25, 2026
MadeInTheSouthShows.com
(704) 847-9480
Cabarras Arena & Events Center - Concord, NC
Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople vibrant. Exhibitors will be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted works, Santa's elves hard at work.
Nascar Day Festival
October 24, 2026
randlemanchamber.com
(336) 495-1100
Downtown - Randleman, NC
NASCAR Day Festival/Racin to Randleman Car Show in the downtown area of Main Street and Commerce Square Park in the hometown of the "King" of NASCAR Richard Petty and the Petty Family. Randleman is home to 4 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees. Petty Fan Club meets at the Petty Museum and the Victory Junction Camp built by the Petty family for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses is also located in Randleman. Food, fun, arts, crafts, music, car show, and more all in Randleman, NC. Three stages of bands. The dinosaur expo will return again this year. Most of the proceeds from the car show go to support 3 area nonprofit projects
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Events in Marion, NC — upcoming
June 2026 (dates not updated)
NC Gold Festival
The Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine, Marion, NC
Status: Updated 4/3/2025
This North Carolina Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 2pm-9pm; Sat 9am-6pm. This event will also include: gold mine trails, children's games, gold panning contest, treasure hunt (metal detectors)
August 2026 (dates not updated)
North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival
Tom Johnson Camping World, Marion, NC
Status: Updated 2/21/2025
This North Carolina Bluegrass Festival will have crafts exhibitors and 4 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Sat 11am-10pm. Admission tickets are $20 - $120. This event will also include camping available in park.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Mountain Glory Festival
Main Street, Marion, NC
Status: Updated 2/18/2025
This North Carolina Festival will have crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12-15 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm.
December 5, 2026
Appalachian Potter's Market
McDowell High School, Marion, NC
Status: Updated 12/9/2025
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
