Discover Mitchell NC

06/20/2024

This weekend we celebrate a mountain turning ! It’s the official kickoff of the blooming of the rhododendron. This Friday and Saturday, enjoy a crafts fair, car show, a beauty pageant, a 10k run, and what some say is the LARGEST square dance in the state of NC!

Make plans to attend and for more information visit the rhododendron Festival website through

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06/20/2024

It was ironic at our Tuesday board meeting how conversations were had about locals supporting tourism business and how we the TDA board can encourage this. Then a few hours later we see this article in the Mitchell News-Journal. Thank you MNJ for highlighting the importance of this and Ashley Neisser for your words!

06/20/2024

The N.C.​ Department of Transportation is accepting public input June 17-July 17​​ on what the public would like to see in NCDOT’s draft 10-year transportation plan for 2026-2035.

Public comment can be submitted by ​taking a short online survey via NCDOT's ​public engagement website. Please note: Due to the amount of data on the survey map, the survey can only be accessed​ on a desktop computer or tablet​.

NCDOT

06/18/2024

Our beautiful Roan Highlands featured in Blue Ridge Country magazine

It’s cooler up here. And spectacular both up close and far away. Our contributing photographers have the proof!

06/18/2024

It's a big week in all Bakersville, Little Switzerland, and Spruce Pine! Find fun events in each! Will you be enjoying live music downtown, exploring glowing caves in Little Switzerland, or square dancing in Bakersville? No matter where you go, show us your pics by using hashtag

06/17/2024

We want to hear about your favorite places in Mitchell County that you think are unique for our area! Feel free to comment below or email us at [email protected]

06/13/2024

Due to the garden's being closed to motor traffic and limited parking during the annual Rhododendron Festival, The Mitchell County TDA will be providing transportation to and from the NC Rhododendron Festival up to Roan Mountain on Friday and Saturday. Two shuttles will be running simultaneously from 9am until the last trip up at 3pm. The last chance to be driven back down the mountain each day is 4:30. Don't let a little inconvenience stop you from seeing one of the world's greatest scenes!

Town of Bakersville Town of Spruce Pine Mitchell County Chamber

06/13/2024

Happening today! Bring your own instrument and be ready to JAM!

✨🎵Come have some fun at our weekly Music Jam, Thursday, June 13, at 1 PM. Bring an instrument, your voice, and have some fun!✨🎵

06/11/2024

🇺🇸Mark your calendars! 🇺🇸

If you are traveling in for the Fourth of July, enjoy 3 Firework shows, a town wide yard sale, and an epic parade!

06/10/2024

Looking for events taking place this weekend? Check out the below! Need more information? Visit our website at discovermitchellnc.com

Around town exploring and enjoying these events? Tag us in your photos!

06/06/2024

Sometimes things happen and unfortunately, this year the Rhododendron Gardens will be closed to motor traffic during the NC Rhododendron Festival. Luckily if you are a hiker, you can still take in the beauty of the bloom.

Due to parking congestion that could occur, our board is funding transportation on Friday + Saturday of the festival. You will be able to be driven by Mitchell County Public Transportation Authority to the mountain, hike, take photos, etc, and then be driven back down on the next shuttle. We will be releasing the schedule next week so that you can make plans!

We hope you enjoy the arts + crafts vendors on the Creek Walk, the live music, the pageant, and of course the street dance!

Town of Bakersville

06/05/2024

Help Downtown Spruce Pine receive information regarding streetscape!

Weigh in on the Downtown Spruce Pine Streetscape Master Plan! Take the survey using the QR code below, go to www.surveymonkey.com/r/7sqcblc , or pick up a paper copy at the Town Hall. Better yet, express yourself in person at the Streetscape Community Engagement Booth at June's Third Thursday Event on June 20th!

06/04/2024

Check out these awesome catches at the Spruce Pine Troutacular!

Save the date for next year! June 7!

06/04/2024

North Carolina Weekend highlights our very own Springmaid Mountain Retreat in their recent episode! You'll also see our board president, Joe Glenn!

Get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with horseback riding, tubing, hiking, outdoor games and more. Learn what to do and what not to do if yo...

06/04/2024

There are some out of this world events taking place this weekend!

Check out the Spruce Pine Alien Festival and afterwards see the most beautiful mine tour with Emerald Village, Inc.. And fill yourself with good food and live music at CITY DRIVE IN!

Tag us in your photos while you are out and about! Don't see your event? Make sure you email it to [email protected]

06/02/2024

Troutacular 2024 in Bakersville! Thank you to all the volunteers and all the kids that showed up and showed out! Amazing catches!

05/31/2024

Yesterday we had the opportunity to attend the quarterly EDPNC board meeting held in Boone. We were able to hear from the state tourism office, Visit North Carolina and the tourism impact on the state, tourist, and locals alike

05/31/2024

Special River Float for Locals!

Join Loafers Glory Rafting and Tubing on Saturday, June 1, for a special river float adventure exclusively for Mitchell and Yancey County, NC residents. Enjoy a relaxing and sunny ride for just $15 per tube with a local ID.

Must call 828-688-9290 for availability. No ID No GO.
Float times: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Don’t miss out on this fantastic offer and embrace the beauty of the Toe River!

05/30/2024

In honor of on June 1, let us know what your favorite trail is in our county!

05/28/2024

Mitchell County Tourism is in search of a photographer for the upcoming year. You will be contracted to take content of local events, landscapes, and so much more. If you are interested, please fill out the below Google Form before June 10! You will be contacted by June 25th if you are selected by the board!

https://forms.gle/kuF5k8486w7o5LKr8

05/28/2024

Loafers Glory Rafting and Tubing featured in The Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide as one of the 10 best places for river tubing!

The 10 Best Places for River Tubing in North Carolina including tubing in Asheville, Boone, Banner Elk, Cherokee, Bryson City and Elkin NC.

05/28/2024

Music, Art, and Trout... what more could you want in a week?! We hope to see you out and about! Tag us in your photos!

05/25/2024

As comes to a close, we were thrilled to network with our short term rental owners in Mitchell County. Great ideas were shared and we hope to see some of them come to fruition this year! We can’t wait for more events in the future!

05/24/2024

What's happening this weekend? You can find numerous events throughout the county with organizations and businesses like Downtown Spruce Pine, Emerald Village, Inc., Mica | Fine Contemporary Craft, Town of Spruce Pine,and more! Tag us in your photos when you are out and about!

05/24/2024

All summer long, kids 9 and younger are admitted free and youth (ages 10–16) tickets are $10 each at Biltmore

Enjoy lush, colorful gardens, a vast network of scenic nature trails, their Farmyard’s baby animals, complimentary wine tastings, and so much more—including their thrilling Chihuly at Biltmore exhibition.

PC: Biltmore