Events

January

Winter Guided Hikes

Hike Dates:

January 6 - Beech Creek Bog (Begin at Sawmill Branch - 1 mi.)

January 20 - Westerly Hills (Begin at Gumtree, 4.5 mi.)
For winter hiking tip click here

Boarder Cross Contest

January 8th, Males and females welcome. $15 entry fee.

Freestyle Contest

January 11th, Males and females welcome. $15 entry fee.

Boarder Cross Contest

January 22nd, Males and females welcome. $15 entry fee.

Winterfest

January 24th & 25th, Cardboard box derby, Bathing Beauty Contest, Village Rail Jam and much more. Call for details 1-800-438-2093

High Country Chili Cook Off

January 31st

First annual High Country Chili Cook Off at the Buckeye Recreation Center. The cook off will be divided into individual and business participant catergories and all types of chili are welcome. Entry for participation in the event if free, we just ask that you bring at least 2 gallons of Chili so there is enough for everyone to taste! And remember, this is a community judged chili contest, so may be best chili win!

The event will feature a live bluegrass band and over $300 worth of prizes! Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners for each catageory. We will also award best "Best Cook's Costume" to those with creative outfits. Winners will be announced at 2:00pm on Saturday afternoon.

Call 828-387-3003 for more information and for an entry form.

February

Winter Guided Hikes

February 2 - Smoketree (Begin at Beech Mt. Pkwy - 2 mi.)

February 17 - Wild Iris (Begin at Cherry Gap - 1.6 mi.)

Boarder Cross Contest

February 5th, Males and females welcome. $15 entry fee.

USSA Ski Race and 3rd Rail Contest

February 7th

Freestyle Contest

February 8th, Males and females welcome. $15 entry fee.

Boarder Cross Finals

February 19th

Contest Finals

February 22nd

March

Winter Guided Hikes

March 3 - Upper Pond Creek (Begin at Perry Park - 1 mi.)

March 17 - Falls Trail (Begin at Water Plant - 1.6 mi.)

Pick Up Basketball

Every Monday night is March. 6pm - 8:30pm

Buckeye Recreation Center

Join us for hoops. Everyone is invited and the play is just for fun.

Kids Night

March 13, 20 & 27 starting at 5pm

Buckeye Recreation Center

Drop the kids off for a night that is dedicated just to them. Pizza, movies, games and much more.

Big Truck Day & Picnic

March 21, 11am - 1pm

Buckeye Recreation Center

Trucks, trucks and more trucks available for kids to go through and check out. Courtesy of The Town of Beech Mountain, The Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department, Hunters Tree Service and Wings Aerovac. Way cool!!! 828-387-3003

Ladies Night

March 22, 6pm

Buckeye Recreation Center

Join us for dinner and a movie for an evening of relaxation and fun! Bring a dish to share and kick back for some girl time. This event is open to all ages but is a BYOB event (be responsible and plan for a driver).

Beginner Dance

March 24 & 31, 7:30pm

Buckeye Recreation Center

This class is for all ages. RSVP by March 22. 828-387-3003

Theatre Games Workshop

March 26

Buckeye Recreation Center

Ever been intersted in acting? Here is your chance to find out with an improvisation acting workshop. RSVP by March 25. 828-387-3003

Beech Mountain Resort End of Season Party

March 22

Music, BBQ and much more at The View Haus. Come join the fun!!

 

 

 

April

Summer Guided Hikes

Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber for the Summer hiking schedule and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

Easter Egg Hunt

April 11, 10am

Beech Mountain Parks and Recreation is sponsoring an Easter Egg Hunt, rain or shine, at Buckeye Recreation Center. Light refreshments will be served. Egg hunts are free and open to all children under 12 years of age. Be sure to bring a basket. 828-387-3003.

Blue Ridge Wine Festival

April 16-19

Join us for a fabulous four-day festival showcasing over 30 wineries from North Carolina and beyond. Among the many events are wine tastings, Fire on the Rock Chef's Challenge, a patron's gala, wine pairing seminars, amateur and professional winemakers competitions, cooking classes, a gallery stroll and winemaker's diners. 877-295-7965

2nd Annual Project Earth

April 22, 1pm

Beech Mountain Parks and Recreation is sponsoring Project Earth. Festivities include live music, a trash pick-up, tree planting, organic gardening and more! Light refreshments will be sesrved. 828-387-3003

 

May

Summer Guided Hikes

May 5

Take the Wild Iris Loop Trail - 1.6 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

Opening Day - Tweetsie Railroad

May 1

Naturalist Weekend

May 16-17

Grandfather Mountain

Join us for two days filled with guided hikeks and special presentations on the birds, wildflowers and nature of Grandfather Mountain. Included with regular admission. 828-733-4326

Beech Mountain Beest Cycling Time Trail Weekend

May 23-24

An entire weekend of outdoor activity is in store for you whole family. Beech Mountain will persent the Beest Cycling Time Trial, in partnership with Charlotte Health and Fitness, on Saturday afternoon. The race will have a 2pm start followed by a 5:30pm Pasta Dinner (included with registeration, guests just $5 for adults, $3 for children) and a 7pm awards ceremony with over $100 in door prizes. Hosted by Buckeye Recreation Center. Sunday, May 24th will feature group rides, including the legendary "Grizzly" metric Century for advanced cyclists. Sunday events will also include a 10am Group Hike and activities at the Buckeye Recreation Center. Registration for the Time Trial is $25 and is available online at www.CHFMag.com.

 

June

Summer Guided Hikes

June 2, 2009

Take the Upper/Lower Pond Creek Trail - 2 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

A Cool 5 Mile Run

June 6, 2009

After the tremendous success of the inaugural Cool 5 Mile Run it is returning for a second year. Last years event drew over 200 participants. Choose between the 5 mile race or a shorter route thoughout Beech Mountain's gorgeous scenery and cool tempatures or come up and cheer on your friends and family. Call the Chamber of Commerce for more information (800) 468-5506.

Summer Guided Hikes

June 16, 2009

Take the Grassy Gap Creek Trail - 2 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

High Country Community Yard Sale

June 20, 2009
Friends and neighbors get together to sell and swap their prized possessions. Booth spaces can be rented from the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce for a fee of $10.00. The Yard Sale will be held in the field across from the Chamber of Commerce next to the Brick Oven Pizzeria. The hours of the yard sale are from 8 am to 1 pm. Sellers must be ready by 7:30 am. Free parking. For additional information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

Annual Kiddo Fishing Derby

June 27, 2009
One of Beech Mountain's annual events that is open to all children ages 4 to 12 (children have adult supervision). This event is free and is sponsored by the member businesses that comprise the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce. Prizes and trophies are awarded for boys and girls who catch the first trout, largest trout, heaviest trout, and the first to catch the limit of 4 trout. Just bring your fishing gear and favorite bait. Registration is at 8 am and the derby begins at 9 am. Call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or(800) 468-5506 for additional information.

 

July

47th Annual Roasting of the Hog & Fireworks Display

July 4, 2009

One of the High Country's premier Independence Day celebrations. The Town of Beech Mountain , the Beech Mountain Volunteer Fire Department, Ski Beech and the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce host this event. After years of perfecting the seasonings and charcoal blends, our carolina pork barbeque and smoked turkey breast is arguably the best in the High Country. Enjoy music while dining outdoors (weather permitting, of course). And at dark, enjoy one of the best fireworks displays in the high country. Serving at 6 pm and fireworks at dark. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Fred's General Mercantile, or they may be purchased at the gate. Tickets are $15.00 per person and $7.00 for children 10 and under. Call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506 for additional details.

Summer Guided Hikes

July 7, 2009

Take the Smoketree Trail - 2 miles.Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

Beech Mountain Art Guild Show

July 11, 2009

Local artists display thier artwork and photography for public display and purchase at the Beech Mountain Club.

Sunday Concerts at Fred’s Gazebo

July 12, 19 & 26, 2009

Summer Sunday concerts are featured at Fred’s Gazebo with lots of fun for the whole family. Bring your blanket and enjoy the local music groups. This free event is paid for by merchants, Fred's Mercantile and the Chamber of Commerce. Each Sunday at 6:30pm.
For more information contact the Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

 

Street Dance at Town Hall

July 18, 2009
Our D.J., Mac Mast, is a master at reading the crowd and playing music that will get your heart pumping and your feet moving. Line dancing, children's dances and much more with a beach sand surface. Music starts at 7 pm, weather permitting. This is a free event, brought to you by the members of the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce. For additional information, call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

 

Second Annual BJ's Dog Show

July 18, 2009
The Second Annual BJ's Dog Show. Bring yor favorite pet to the Buckeye Recreation Center for a family fun day. Lots of prizes and every dog goes home with a ribbon. Even if it says, "I did my best." Call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce for more information and an application. 1-800-468-5506 or 828-397-9283.

Summer Guided Hikes

July 21, 2009

Take the Falls Trail/Wild Iris- 3.2 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

Third Annual Barn Dance

July 25, 2009

An old fashioned Hoe Down with tons of family fun. The live band will get you started kicking up your heels while the fantistic calling action of Roy Kreige will help you find your next step. Enjoy a Chuckwagon dinner with chili, mac & cheese, hot dogs and more. $15 per person. Call the Beech Mountain for more information 800-468-5506 or 828-397-9283.

August

28th Annual Crafts on the Green

August 1, 2009
Check out the ever-popular Crafts on the Green, held in August, featuring over 60 craftpeople for all your shopping pleasures.

Sunday Concerts at Fred’s Gazebo

August 2 & 9, 2009

Summer Sunday concerts are featured at Fred’s Gazebo with lots of fun for the whole family. Each Sunday starting at 6:30pm.
For more information contact the Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

Summer Guided Hikes

August 4, 2009

Take the Beech Creek Bog Trail - 1.8 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

Street Dance at Town Hall

August 15, 2009
Our D.J., Mac Mast, is a master at reading the crowd and playing music that will get your heart pumping and your feet moving. Music starts at 7 pm, weather permitting. This is a free event, brought to you by the members of the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce. For additional information, call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

Frogmore Stew

August 14, 2009

Good lo country shrimp boil at the Beech Mountain Club Pavilion. Everyone welcome. Reservation recommended.

Price TBD

6pm-9pm

Music by Jesse Smith (singing Jimmy Buffet tunes)

Summer Guided Hikes

August 18 , 2009

Take the Westerly HillsTrail - 4.5 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

September

Summer Guided Hikes

September 1 , 2009

Take the Upper/Lower Pond Creek Trail - 2 miles. Check in at the Beech Mountain Chamber and enjoy nature at it's best. For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506. www.hikebeechmountain.com

Street Dance at Town Hall

September 5 , 2009
Our D.J., Mac Mast, is a master at reading the crowd and playing music that will get your heart pumping and your feet moving. Music starts at 7 pm, weather permitting. This is a free event, brought to you by the members of the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce. For additional information, call the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

Mile-High Kite Festival

September 6 , 2009
A September(Labor Day weekend) favorite that offers kite enthusiasts the rare chance to fly a kite at a mile above sea level. Richmond Air Force, Wings Across Carolina Kiting and Okra Society Kiting Clubs will be showing there stuff as well. We offer kite building and decorating clinics so be sure to bring your supplies.

 

October

Autumn at Oz Party

October 3-4, 2009
When October rolls around, see the top of Beech magically transform into the Land of Oz . The setting is complete with all your favorite people and places from Frank Baum’s silver screen classic.
For more information and how to purchase tickets go to beechmountainchamber.com or contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.

 

Summer Guided Hikes

October 6, 2009
Enjoy 20 miles of hiking trails on Beech Mountain. With trails ranging from nice family strolls to the more adventurous 8-mile trek through a thousand feet of elevation change, we offer a hike for everyone. You will see wildlife, waterfalls and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
Meet at Fred's General Mercantile or at the trail head, 8:45 am. Weather permitting.
For more information contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (828) 387-9283 or (800) 468-5506.
www.hikebeechmountain.com

November

Choose & Cut Month

Start a fun family tradition with a stay on Beech Mountain and a trip to a local tree farm to choose your holiday Christmas tree - a great time to get the holiday season started off right with the whole family.

Winter Guided Hikes

Beech Mountain invites all guests, residents and neighbors to hike the trails less traveled.
Hike Dates: TBD
For winter hiking tip click here

Holiday Bazaar

November 28. 2009

Get a jump on your holiday shopping with many unique items to choose from - jewerly, candles and more. And don't miss out on the fun with a visit from Mrs. Clause, food and children's games.

December

Winter Guided Hikes

Beech Mountain invites all guests, residents and neighbors to hike the trails less traveled.
Hike Dates: TBD
For winter hiking tip click here

 

Santa Visits Beech Mountain

December 19, 2009
Visit with Santa at Fred's Gazebo, 4-5 pm. Please bring your camera.
After visiting Santa, then you mayenjoy cookies and hot cocoa and the lighting of the Christmas Tree at the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce, 5-6 pm.

Live Music

December 27th
Live music at Beech Tree Bar and Grille 9pm-12am

Bonfire & Hayrides

December 29, 2009

Get into the winter spirit with a mountain top bonfire and hayrides.

New Years Eve Bash

December 31st
New Years Eve Bash featuring the band Hot Sauce. Ski till 10pm and then enjoy live music and fireworks from 9pm – 1am. Call ahead for tickets and table reservations – 828-387-2011. $10 cover charge. $25 to reserve a table.