Spring 2025 Happenings in Cherokee County

Aside from tons of free outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, and swimming, Spring in Cherokee County is the beginning of outdoor festival season and live music! Check out the list below for free or low cost events to check out on your next adventure to the mountains!  Andrews Chamber of Commerce......MORE

Too Cold Out? Check out these Fun Spots instead! Cherokee County Historical Museum Escape indoors to the Cherokee County Historical Museum, filled with rich history on the Cherokee Indians, the blue marble court house, what downtown Murphy looked like in the 1950s and so much more! With so much history......MORE

2024 Holiday Season: Trip Ideas   Explore Downtown Murphy Wander through Murphy’s charming downtown area, browse local shops, and enjoy a cozy meal at a local restaurant like LEGENDS STEAKHOUSE. Look for the Guided Audio Tour on buildings to learn as you go, or go for a longer walk along......MORE

The 2024 holiday season is upon us in Cherokee County and we are not mad about it!! In fact, our towns are planning our festive events for 2024! Our upcoming festivals and events are filled with unique food options, live music, brews, arts, culture, and a chance to explore the small businesses in our......MORE

If you’re looking for an adventurous new way to view the fall colors in the mountains, Andrew’s new scenic rail tour is perfect for a family fun day! This convenient tour is perfect for all ages, hop aboard the rail cart and enjoy the ride up the mountain, experiencing fall foliage, scenic bridge......MORE

The mountains are breathtaking all year around, but especially so in the fall! The patchwork quilt of colors draped across the mountains are vibrant, full and bring visitors to our area from all over the world! We already know you are planning your leaf looking trip, so here are some of our favorite......MORE

While we are so looking forward to the crisp fall air and the colorful mountain views, a great vacation is all about enjoying the moment! So we are soaking up all the last bits of warm summer weather we can until we jump into fall! However, we know some of you are already putting out the pumpkin spice......MORE

The perfect summer night is spent under the stars in Andrews, NC listening to live music from local artists, enjoying some great food from a local food truck and an ice cold drink on a warm evening.  If this sounds like a well spent Summer evening to you then we recommend checking out the Andrews Opry!......MORE

Check off your Summer Bucket List in Cherokee County!   Summer is nearing an end, but before the school year begins and the days get shorter, let’s mark off those final bucket list items! We have made the ultimate Summer Bucket List to help you make the most out of the final days of Summer! Whitewater......MORE

A heat wave has hit Cherokee County and with that comes the need for a cool summer treat to help you beat the heat! We rounded up the best sweet spots in the county to help you keep your cool!  Sweet Tooth- Murphy, NC Sweet tooth is a local favorite! This Murphy staple has been around for years and......MORE

Aside from tons of free outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, and swimming, Spring in Cherokee County is the beginning of outdoor festival season and live music! Check out the list below for free or low cost events to check out on your next adventure to the mountains!      Andrews......MORE

Weekend Getaway on a Budget!   The kids are begging for a Spring Break trip and you wouldn’t mind getting out of town yourself, but with the cost of gas, food, and daily life expenses rising, who can afford a spur of the moment vacation right now?! A break shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg,......MORE

Spring is slowly warming up the mountains and with Spring comes all the beauty and adventure Cherokee Country has to offer! To help you plan your next trip to the mountains we have compiled all the best activities, places to eat, and things to do! Your next family vacation is about to be a hit! For the......MORE

There is nothing more romantic than a weekend escape to the secluded Appalachian Mountains. We have planned a weekend getaway for you and your loved one, the only thing you need to do is buy the flowers and get in the car and go! Start your weekend vacay off with a homemade bagel or doughnut and specialty......MORE