VISIT HAYWOOD COUNTY NC

Become part of a jazz-drenched 1920's party in HART Theatre’s immersive production of Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party! Set over the course of one explosive night, The Wild Party follows Queenie and Burrs, two vaudeville performers caught in a volatile relationship. Queenie decides to throw a party in their apartment, filling the room with an extraordinary collection of performers, dreamers, lovers, and strangers, each arriving in search of something: love, attention, escape, excitement, or simply the chance to feel alive. When the mysterious Black arrives and catches Queenie’s attention, jealousy takes hold and the balance between her and Burrs begins to shift. As the party grows wilder, masks begin to slip and an evening built on excess and escape spirals toward danger and betrayal. Beneath the jazz, laughter, and decadence is a darker story about desire, control, and the truths waiting when the music finally stops. Get your tickets here or by visiting HART’s website!

Follow a trail of creative scarecrows built by Canton’s local shops, restaurants, non-profits, and other small businesses! The 2026 theme is Grimms Fairy Tales. Once you’ve explored, head to the trail website to cast your vote for the Funniest, Most Creative, and Best Representation of the Fairy Tale. The display that has the most votes overall will win the People’s Choice Award. Pictured: Vince, the frog prince scarecrow, created by Cold Mountain Art Collective.

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.

Intro to Mocktails breaks down how to build an excellent zero-proof drink (or cocktail) without any fancy equipment or advanced skills. Want to learn how to make amazing mocktails but have no clue where to start? Looking to elevate your at-home bartending game? With Intro to Mocktails, you’ll learn how thoughtful ingredients, proper technique, and a little whimsy come together to make non-alcoholic cocktails that impress. What You’ll Learn: What Makes a Great Mocktail - Learn what separates an intentionally crafted drink from just juice and soda Four-Part Foolproof Formula - You’ll get my formula to make great mocktails at home right away How to Choose Flavors Intentionally - Get a crash course on flavor pairings and how to get the most out of ingredients Finishing Touches - How ice, glassware, bitters, and garnishes change the experience What You'll Get Beverages - Comes with a welcome drink, as well as the chance to shake up your own to enjoy Recipes - Comes with two classic Roll Up recipes for you to make at home, Something Floral and Something Spicy Expert Guidance - Hands-on direction and Q&A opportunities All taught by award-winning, nationally ranked non-alcoholic mixologist Sam Kearney, owner of Roll Up Herbal Bar. Get tickets here!

This one is for the Book Lovers! Join Fire on the Mountain Candle Company for an ACOTAR-themed evening celebrating the release of A Court of Splintered Harmony: The Valkyrie Cycle, Movement I by Sarah J. Maas. Create your own candle inspired by the scents of your favorite MMC's at the Book Boyfriend Candle Bar, shop book merch from Mountain Ink & Threads’ popup shop (including limited copies of the new book), and mingle with other fans of the Maasverse. This is a drop-in event––no tickets required!