VISIT HAYWOOD COUNTY NC

Haywood Handmade Gallery's "Go with the Flow" exhibit celebrates the beauty, power, and importance of Haywood County’s waterways. In partnership with Haywood Waterways, this exhibition invites artists to create works inspired by rivers, streams, and other bodies of water—both literally and metaphorically. From flowing currents to reflections on life’s journeys, the show highlights how waterways inspire creativity while raising awareness of the need to protect and conserve our local watershed. Pictured work is by Peter Brown.

Get into the spirit of spooky season at Crown & Thistle Tea Room’s October craft night! Paint a wooden door sign in the shape of a charming ghost, an adorable piece of decor to bring a touch of whimsy to your home. Click here to purchase tickets and reserve your spot.

Held Thursdays from 4pm-7pm at the Sorrells Street Park in downtown Canton, the Mill Town Farmers Market celebrates Haywood County’s local farmers and artisans. Browse handcrafted wood carvings, metal work, and pottery to spruce up your living space, pamper yourself with botanical skincare and perfumes, and stock your pantry with locally grown produce, farm-fresh dairy, homemade jams, baked goods, and much more! Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and sip on a fresh lemonade while you browse.

Haywood’s Historic Farmers Market invites everyone to experience local flavors and crafts every Saturday, April through December, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This producer-only market showcases a variety of products sourced from Haywood and nearby counties, including fresh produce, meats, fish, eggs, honey, dairy, flowers, nursery plants, baked goods, preserves, and heritage crafts. Leashed dogs are welcome. Come enjoy a top-notch community gathering to support local producers and stock up on the finest items Haywood has to offer!

Take on the Papertown Trail Races for a scenic run through the mountains' best fall colors display at the beautiful Chestnut Mountain Nature Park! Run a 10K along the "short race" or challenge yourself to the longer 9-mile course. The Nature Park is a mixture of hard-packed mountain biking routes and narrower hiking trails. The top 10 male and female finishers will each receive a prize. Registration is required by October 8, 2026. Sign up to run at the linked page!