Fainting Goat Mountain

09/17/2024

With NC Tripping – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

09/15/2024

For all the loyal Fainting Goat Mountain guests and followers out there, we wanted to share a personal recap of our recent experience at the G.O.A.T.

The Goatfather (lol) & family, plus the O.G. Steve Sebelius were lucky enough to sneak in a few days at the G.O.A.T. this past week before the fall leaf season rush and had the best time together.

Memories were made, many goat treats were eaten, weather was on our side (for the most part), and some fun photos were captured.

Small spots of color are just becoming visible at the 2800’ elevation of the property now, which indicates an early peak color season (might) be on the horizon. For reference, 2023 peak was the week of November 1st. Time will tell, but either way it’s gonna be a great season! 🍁🍂

Thank you Mom & Dad for making the long drive from St. Louis, Missouri ❤️

We look forward to welcoming all our guests this month (and beyond) to experience this special place for yourselves. 😊⛰️

~Josh, Amy, & the Goats 🐐

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09/15/2024

It’s almost time for the Toe River Arts Mountains Folk Festival! Join us on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at Homeplace Beer Company & Hog Hollow Wood Fired Pizza in Burnsville, North Carolina.

We’re thrilled to celebrate this year’s honoree, Terry McKinney, and recognize his many contributions to our local music tradition. Terry McKinney was born in Spruce Pine and grew up in Mitchell and McDowell counties surrounded by traditional mountain music, and he has been singing and playing music most of his life.

The festivities begin at 2 PM with three workshop opportunities:
• Harmony Singing with Suzannah Park
• Banjo with Travis Stuart
• Fiddle with William Ritter

Workshops cost $35 per person and will run from 2-3:30 PM. Workshops are a great way for festival attendees to engage with performers in an intimate setting while learning and are great for those who are looking to participate in addition to watching the performances. Please register online at
https://toeriverarts.org/artists/education-outreach/workshops/

The evening performance, featuring a line-up we know you’ll love, starts at 5 PM on the outdoor stage with dancers by Appalachian Performing Arts

Suzannah Park
Travis Stuart and friends
Terry McKinney and friends
White Rock Revival

The festival is free to attend although we do have a suggested donation of $15. Commemorative t-shirts are available.

See you there!

09/15/2024

With Blue Ridge Moments – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

09/12/2024

Fun times on deck 🐐

UPCOMING EVENTS Burnsville, North Carolina

Yancey County Farmers Market
Saturdays, seasonally | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
322 West Main Street
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Music in the Mountains Folk Festival - Toe River Arts
Saturday, September 14
Workshops | 2-3:30 PM
Live Music | 5:30 PM
Homeplace Beer Company

Center for Pioneer Life - Harvesting Heritage Festival
Saturday, September 28 | 10 AM - 4 PM
134 Joe Young Road, Burnsville

Old Timey Fall Festival
Saturday, September 28 | 10 AM - 4 PM
Town Square, Burnsville

Empty Bowls Dinner - DigIn! Yancey Community Garden
Friday, October 4 | 4-7 PM
Burnsville Town Center

First Friday Burnsville Artisan Market
Friday, October 4 | 5-8 PM
Burnsville Town Square

Burnsville Harvest Market
Saturday, October 12 | 9 AM - 3 PM
Burnsville Town Center
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Riddle Fest
Saturday, October 19
Seminar | 3 PM
Live Performance | 7 PM
Burnsville Town Center

Trick or Treat on Main Street
Thursday, October 31 | 4-6:30 PM
Main Street

Toe River Arts Fall Studio Tour
November 8 - 10 | 10:30 AM - 5 PM
Yancey and Mitchell Counties

Christmas Ornament Festival
Saturday, November 9 | 9 AM - 3 PM
Burnsville Town Center

Rotary Club Veterans Day Flag Display
November 2 - November 16
Burnsville Town Square
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Veterans Day Program
Monday, November 11 | 11 AM
Burnsville Town Square

Holly Jolly Christmas Craft Show
Friday, November 29 and Saturday, November 30
Friday | 11 AM - 4 PM
Saturday | 9 AM - 3 PM
Burnsville Town Center

Christmas Parade
December 7 | 1 PM
Main Street

Please check the event host’s website for schedule, cost (if any), and details. For edits, please message us.

We look forward to seeing you!

09/12/2024

09/11/2024

Amazing spot, 1 hour from the G.O.A.T. 🍂🍁⛰️

09/10/2024

09/10/2024

With Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

09/10/2024

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09/08/2024

09/08/2024

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09/07/2024

https://www.blueridgeoutdoors.com/newswire/leaf-peeping-in-the-blue-ridge-fall-foliage-forecast/?amp

The intense heat is starting to break, and the first hints of refreshing breezes are reminding us fall is just around the corner. Autumn in the

09/07/2024

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Soaking in the hues of a summer sunrise in the Blue Ridge Mountains🌄

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09/06/2024

09/04/2024

With Hatley Pointe – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

09/04/2024

❤️ Burnsville ✈️

09/03/2024

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09/03/2024

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Asheville is about to experience a seasonal shift this month, with an overflowing schedule of fall festivals and events you don't want to miss!🍂 Here is our September calendar of events at-a-glance:

📻 Boomtown Arts & Heritage Festavl
📍Pack Square Park
📅 September 6-7

🌱 Sow & Grow Fest
📍Hickory Nut Gap Farm
📅 September 14

🖼️ River Arts District Second Saturday Art Stroll
📍River Arts District w/ River Arts District Artists, Asheville
📅 September 14

🎶Downtown After 5
📍North Lexington Avenue, Asheville Downtown Association
📅 September 20

🌽 Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
📍Eliada Homes
📅 September 20 - October 27 (every Friday, Saturday & Sunday)

🦅 Flock to the Rock
📍Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
📅 September 21

🍺 Clawtoberfest
📍Highland Brewing Company
📅 September 21

🌈 Blue Ridge Pride Festival
📍Downtown Asheville
📅 September 21

⛏️Heritage Weekend
📍Folk Art Center, w/ Southern Highland Craft Guild
📅 September 21-22

🚜 ASAP Farm Tour
📍Various Locations, w/ ASAP - Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project
📅 September 21 & 22

👒 Asheville Quilt Show
📍WNC Agricultural Center
📅 September 26-28

🇬🇷 Asheville Greek Festival
📍Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
📅 September 27-28

🎷Goombay Festival
📍Pack Square Park, w/ YMI Cultural Center
📅 September 27-29

🏃 Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k
📍Hi-Wire Brewing, River Arts District
📅 September 28

Find complete details for each of these fall events here >>> https://bit.ly/3C80yND
📸: Andre Daugherty