#ReclaimYourWeekendDoing chores isn't what weekends are for. Spend those precious days exploring North Carolina's state and national parks, from Mount Mitchell to Cape Hatteras.
Planes, Trains & MoreFind a rich history of aviation in the state where flight began, with museums and attractions guiding you from the Wright brothers to "Miracle on the Hudson."
BeerThere are more than 175 breweries and brewpubs in North Carolina, which is more than any other Southern state, and most offer tours and taprooms.
Albemarle & Pamlico SoundsVisit our first state capitol at Tryon Palace, walk in Blackbeard’s footsteps in Bath, and enjoy year-round sailing, fishing and paddling.
Take Your 'Cue from the BestBuxton Hall Barbecue smokes its pork for 18 hours over hardwood coals. And the Asheville hotspot has been named one of "The South's Best New Restaurants" by Southern Living and one of "America's Best New Restaurants" by Bon Appétit.
Go on a Bike Tour from the Mountains to the CoastCycle North Carolina’s annual "Mountains to Coast" bike ride will go from Banner Elk to Atlantic Beach with several stops in between. The ride takes place October 1-8 and registration is still available.
Plan a NASCAR Weekend GetawayThe Bank of America 500 is the highlight of three days of NASCAR races and fan events, Oct. 6-8. Plan a long weekend to enjoy attractions throughout Charlotte, Concord and Mooresville, where most of the race teams are based and offer tours of their shops.
Experience Masterminds in Real LifeMasterminds hits theaters Sept. 30. Take the experience to the next level by visiting the Asheville area where the movie was filmed.more »
Plan Your Getaway to Bald Head Island This FallThe summertime crowds are gone, but the appeal of Bald Head Island on the North Carolina coast remains.more »
Grape Stomps and Harvest FestivalsCelebrate the fall grape harvest at vineyards and wine-tasting events throughout September and October.more »
Fall Fun at the FarmPick your own apples and pumpkins, and enjoy fall activities - from hayrides to corn mazes - at our farms.more »
Take a Tour of One-of-a-Kind Museums and FestivalsThese quirky, one-of-a-kind attractions are often their towns’ claims to fame, which is why you have to see them to believe.more »
Local Food & Music Weekend in the TriangleMake a weekend of local music venues, restaurants, farmers markets and breweries in Raleigh, Durham and Carrboro.more »
Nicholas Sparks Tour of the North Carolina CoastIt's easy to enjoy the real-life settings that inspire his bestselling novels, from coastal towns to quiet beaches.more »
A Girls’ Getaway to the High CountryGather your best girlfriends for a trip that will leave you all rejuvenated, thanks to the epic scenery and activities in the mountains.more »
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Fall Escape in the Outer Banks: The Sanderling Resort Sweepstakes Fall in the Outer Banks is one of the best times to visit. With wide-open beaches and beautiful weather, you’ll truly be able to escape and enjoy a…