Memorial Day Rememberance

Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival on Memorial Day

May 30   On Memorial Day head for Flat Rock NC and the annual   Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival. The grounds of the Carl Sandburg National Historic Site come alive with the folk music which was an important part of Carl Sandburg's life. Sandburg was known best for his writing but also valued  guitar playing and singing. Live entertainment will include instrumentals, folk ballads and spiritual songs.

Memorial Day Weekend Events: Grandfather Mountain Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble

Grandfather Mountain begins its  Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble on Memorial Day, May 30, and continues the Ramble through June 12. The event is one of Grandfather Mountain's special activities with staff naturalists designed to help you get the most out of the memorable siege of the Catawba Rhododendron at Grandfather.

Programs will occur daily at 1 PM and last for approximately one hour. See the Naturalist Information Board when you arrive to learn where that day's program will begin. Free with Park admission.  For details, phone 800-468-7325.

Memorial Day Weekend Cabins: Last minute Specials

It's not too late to enjoy the fun and festivities on Memorial Day weekend in the beautiful North Carolina Mountains! Stay in a log cabin, vacation rental, mountain inn or NC resort or Campground and enjoy all the festivals and spring scenery offered this Memorial Day Holiday Week.

The Cabins at Long Branch - Nantahala NC

Get 15% off  or the 3rd night at 1/2 price (whichever is less) for Smoky Mountain Cabins in Nantahala through Memorial Day!Stone fireplace, grill, large porch with rockers, full kitchen. Each cabin Sleeps 6.

Carolina Mornings  - Asheville NC

All Last Minute Reservations secured and departed between May 14-31 will receive 2 free tickets to LaZoom Tours. A $46 savings, but hurry seats are limited! Enter Code MAYZOOM. Choose fro 75+ Asheville Cabins and luxury vacation rentals with mountain views, hot tubs, fireplaces, WIFI, pet friendly and other amenities.

High Hampton Inn and Country Club  - Cashiers NC

Enjoy the "Memorial Day House Party" at a festive weekend (3 day minimum) including a Sunday evening BBQ on the High Hampton lawn featuring a band and mountain cloggers. Tennis, golf, lake activities,  spa.

Aquone Cabins  - Nantahala NC

Last Minute Specials for Memorial Day Week - Smoky Mountain Cabins from $95. One or two bedroom log cabins with hot tub, pool table, satellite TV, DVD, BBQ grill, and outdoor fire pit. $95 - $250 night - Nantahala NC

Inn on Biltmore Lodging Specials and Packages - Asheville NC

30%+ Savings May 22 through June 30. Midweek rates starting at $299 $199* and Weekend rates starting at $399 $299* (Rates not available June 24 and 25) Stay an Extra Night for FREE Now through June 30. Three nights for the price of two available for arrival on: May 14–15, 20–24, 27–31 and June 3, 5–7, 10, 12–14, 17, 19–21, 24, 26–28. Asheville NC

Rugby Creek Cabins   - Just north of West Jefferson

Enjoy a private mountain retreat where you can slip away from the hustle and bustle for a special Memorial Day Getaway. Mountain views, full kitchens, jacuzzi/hot tubs, TV& DVD, gas/charcoal grills, ALL linens - and  PET FRIENDLY

The Waynesville Inn Golf Resort & Spa -  Waynesville NC

Spring Golf in the Smokies on three award-winning courses. Mountain accommodations, on-site dining and unlimited green fees are just a part of your mountain vacation adventure. The Spring Golf in the Smokies package includes: Two nights in beautiful mountain accommodations with unlimited green fees for three days, golf bag storage and morning cart staging, unlimited use of golf cart for just $25/day and a Full hot "High Country" breakfast buffet each morning.

Vanderpool Campground  - Boone NC

Memorial Day Camping in the High Country just outside Boone NC. Enjoy the beautiful spring weather and all that nature brings.  Full hook-ups, pull-thru spaces, level ground for lg rigs, cable, WIFI, laundry, bath-house, propane, 20-30-50 amp hook-ups, RV storage, dump station, fire rings, picnic tables, camp store. Stay a weekend or a week. 

Mount Mitchell Vacation Rentals  - Burnsville NC

E-Coupon for 10% off Mountain view or Golf view cabin rentals! 3 or 4 bedrooms, WIFI and fireplaces. Fully-equipped kitchen, gas grill, linens, Cable TV and  PET FRIENDLY. $850 - $1050 TOTAL cost all fees included PLUS mention CEM Cabin Discount and GET AN ADDITIONAL 10% OFF!

A View Point - Maggie Valley NC

Memorial Day Week - save 20% on the BEST VIEW in Maggie Valley. Stay a full week  and SAVE while having a great holiday at this 4 BD 2 BA overlooking the golf course and 7 Mountain ranges in Maggie Valley Country Club. Large deck, pool table, 2 fireplaces, easy  access and pet friendly.

Dry Ridge Inn - Weaverville / Asheville area

$99 Memorial Day weekend Special. Stay in a queen room Friday or Saturday (why not both?) for only $99 per night! Enjoy a full hot breakfast each morning  at this charming Victorian style B&B only minutes to downtown Asheville.

Stonewood Cabin - Bryson City NC

Available Memorial Day week, May 27 - June 2. This Smoky Mountain Cabin is  filled with character, convenience and charm and set up for couples or families. Nestled on the side of a mountain only 2 miles to the Nantahala River and close to area attractions. Sleeps up to 8 people. $100-$150 nt, $700-$875 wk. 

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Memorial Day Weekend Events: Annual Twin Rivers Media Festival in Asheville

May 27 - 29  17th Annual Twin Rivers Media Festival  hosted by the Courtyard Gallery at several venues in the fast-growing River Arts District in Asheville NC. The main events will take place at the Phil Mechanic Studios. Official Selections and past favorites will be shown throughout the weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend in Western North Carolina

It's not too Late! Start your summer off with a weekend in the North Carolina Mountains. Memorial Day in the mountains offers fun and festival for all ages and interests:

Memorial Day Weekend Mountain Events:

28  FLAT ROCK  Wine Tasting at The Flat Rock Wine Shoppe
28 ASHEVILLE Pack Square Park Grand Opening
28-29 BRYSON CITY Heritage Festival

29-30 BREVARD White Squirrel Festival
29-30 ASHEVILLE Asheville-Blue Ridge Rose Society Exhibit
29-30 MAGGIE VALLEY 6th Annual Vettes in the Valley
29-30 HENDERSONVILLE 17th Annual Garden Jubilee Festival
30 HIGHLANDS Village Square Art & Craft Show
31 FLAT ROCK Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival

Lodging availability for Memorial Day Weekend:

Rivendell Cabins (3 Cabins) Mountain views, hot tubs, fireplaces, DLS, dishwasher, washer/dryer, central heat/ac, satellite TV, phone, VCR & movies, porch with seating, full kitchens, linens, everything included- just bring your clothes & food. $100-$130 nt, $475-$675 week

OAK HILL COUNTRY INN. The Oak Hill Country Inn is a 2-story, frame, late Victorian Regional Queen Anne style house. The Inn is named for its location, situated on top of a hill and surrounded by century-old oak trees. A beautiful mountain view can be seen from nearly anywhere on the property! $100-$130 per night.

MOUNTAIN VACATION RENTALS. (65+) Trillium homes offer access to Trillium's 18 hole 4.5 star golf course with 4,000' elevations, PLUS all club amenities. From 1-6 BD, 1-5.5 BA rentals, mountain views, water views, frplc, ht tubs, WIFI. $205-$858 nt, $900-$3920wk.

A PLUS MOUNTAIN RENTALS (45+) Luxury Blueridge Mountains Rentals with mountain views, pools, fireplaces, WIFI, hot tubs & all amenities. Large or multiple units for Groups, Weddings, Church Retreats, Reunions. PET FRIENDLY. $99-$1000 nt, $250-$5000 wk

MOUNT MITCHELL VACATION RENTALS Hemlock Chalet, 12th Tee Lodge - Mountain views and river views. 3-4 BD, 1-3 BA. WIFI and fireplaces. Fully-equipped kitchen, gas grill, linens, Cable TV, PET FRIENDLY, riverfront, mountain view or on the golf course. $850 - $1050 TOTAL cost.

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