The August sun is shining brightly in Nantahala, and during your stay here at one of stayNantahala’s spacious cabins or luxury yurts, you’ll definitely want to fill your vacation itinerary with a lot of outdoor activities. There are so many things to do nearby to create an unforgettable adventure like white water rafting, hiking through the many forest trails, fishing, bird watching, as well as different park attractions.
If you’re staying during the month of August and are looking for a festive event that is rich in Appalachian Heritage then you have to attend the 16th Annual Franklin Folk Festival, “A Celebration of Appalachian Heritage,” in Franklin, NC. The festival will take place on Saturday, August 21, 2021 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and will be hosted by the Cowee School Arts & Heritage Center. Plus, this event is FREE!
What Happens at the Folk Festival?
If you enjoy learning the rich culture of the areas that you visit, then this festival will be the perfect event to attend. Here are some of the things you’ll experience:
Appalachian Crafts
Live Heritage Demonstrations
Live Old-Time Mountain Music and Bluegrass
Kid-Friendly Activities
Textiles
Farmer’s Market
Besides the above, some of the highlighted experiences include hands-on heritage skills like woodcarving, flint napping, weaving and spinning, moonshinin’, pottery, painting, quilting, Border Collies’ demonstration and more! The main goal of the main activities is to show how life was like in the past and educate visitors about the history of the area. If you happen to be a musician and brought your instrument, the event encourages visitors to bring them so you can join in on the live music for an impromptu jam session!
Please note that the event will follow CDC and North Carolina state mandates/guidelines regarding everyone’s health & safety during the Covid-19 pandemic. For additional information and details, please visit their official website at http://www.franklinfolkfestival.com/.