The Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC, is excited to unveil the 2025 Calendar of Events, a diverse lineup designed to celebrate the community’s unique spirit and highlight the charm of our mountain town. From lively concerts to festive holiday celebrations, these events showcase the very best of Highlands.
Plateau Pickup – April 26: Keep Highlands beautiful. Participate in Plateau Pickup, a community-wide cleanup day dedicated to preserving our town’s natural beauty.
Outdoor Concert Series – May through September: Feel the beat every Friday and Saturday evening. Our Outdoor Concert Series fills the warm months with live music that brings locals and visitors together under the stars.
Pop-Up Pipers – First Saturday, May through October: Discover the magic of live music as the Pop-Up Pipers perform throughout town, adding a charming, musical twist to a Main Street stroll.
High Style – May 17: Explore the intersection of style and culture during the High Style event.
Volunteer Fair – June 12: Looking to give back? Find the perfect volunteering opportunity at our annual Volunteer Fair, where local organizations share ways to make a difference.
Independence Day Concert & Fireworks – July 4: Celebrate the Fourth of July in classic Highlands style with an entertaining concert and a fireworks display that lights up the mountain sky.
Community Shred Event – August 22: Protect personal information and help the environment by bringing documents to the Community Shred Event for secure, eco-friendly disposal.
Highlands Heritage Jamboree – September 27: Celebrate Highlands’ 150th anniversary at this vibrant event showcasing the town’s rich heritage with live music, traditional dancing, and a taste of mountain moonshine.
Halloween on Main – October 31: Main Street transforms into a spooktacular Halloween destination where trick-or-treaters can enjoy a night of safe and festive fun.
Light Up the Park & Main – November 29: Start the holiday season with this electric celebration. Gather with friends and family as Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park and Main Street glow with festive lights—and a visit from Santa himself.
Highlands Christmas Parade – December 6: Revel in the magic of the holidays at the Highlands Christmas Parade, a cherished tradition that brings joy to all ages.
Lighting of the Menorah – December 14: Honor the beginning of Hanukkah with the Lighting of the Menorah, a celebration of light and unity that marks this meaningful season.
For more details on these events, or to learn more about the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC, please click HERE or call 828-526-2112.