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Dates & Times
May 29 - May 31, 2026
Location
Ferngrove
3461 Dillard Rd.
Highlands, NC 28741
Contact
Casey Reid
casey@eleven.events
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Welcome to Bear Shadow, a three-day music festival in Highlands where great music and the beauty of the Plateau come together for an unforgettable spring weekend. Celebrating its fifth year, the area welcomes guests to a festival experience that feels relaxed, immersive and uniquely Highlands.
Bear Shadow is about more than the music on stage. Fan favorite events like Summit and Sound, guided fly fishing experiences and the Stage4Hope benefit concert give guests the chance to enjoy the weekend in a way that feels personal and memorable. These experiences have become a special part of the festival and add to what makes the weekend so enjoyable.
Bear Shadow is a must-see for the atmosphere as much as the lineup. From the mountain-setting and spring weather to the thoughtful daytime programming and standout evening performances, the festival offers a full weekend experience that feels both elevated and easy to enjoy.
This year’s headliners include Charley Crockett, Trombone Shorty, and Mavis Staples, making Bear Shadow one of the most anticipated spring events in Highlands.
Bear Shadow is about more than the music on stage. Fan favorite events like Summit and Sound, guided fly fishing experiences and the Stage4Hope benefit concert give guests the chance to enjoy the weekend in a way that feels personal and memorable. These experiences have become a special part of the festival and add to what makes the weekend so enjoyable.
Bear Shadow is a must-see for the atmosphere as much as the lineup. From the mountain-setting and spring weather to the thoughtful daytime programming and standout evening performances, the festival offers a full weekend experience that feels both elevated and easy to enjoy.
This year’s headliners include Charley Crockett, Trombone Shorty, and Mavis Staples, making Bear Shadow one of the most anticipated spring events in Highlands.
