Raise a Pint to Fall Beer FestivalsTip a pint at Charlotte’s Mecktoberfest; pair beer and bluegrass in Asheville; toast the Lighthouse Beer and Wine Festival in Wilmington and more.Read more »
Enjoy the Rhythm of Fall Music FestivalsWith National Folk Festival in Greensboro, Wide Open Bluegrass in Raleigh, electronic mountain music and coastal jazz, you'll find a sound that suits you.Read more »
How Sweet It Is: Hard Cider and Tasting RoomsNorth Carolina has more wineries and breweries than you can keep track of. But you’d be remiss if you didn’t visit one of our emerging cideries.Read more »
Outdoor Adventure on the CoastFor exciting activities in, on or above the water, our shores offer pristine beaches, expansive marshes, depths to dive and skies to fly.Read more »
Oyster and Seafood FestivalsThere's no time like fall to sample seafood at events like the Airlie Gardens Oyster Roast and the North Carolina Oyster and Seafood festivals.Read more »
Creative Ways to See Fall Colors in North CarolinaSoar through fall color on a zip line, wind among it on a historic train, float above it in a hot air balloon or uncork it at a local winery.Read more »
Fall Foliage HikesChase autumn colors from the mountains through urban centers to the coast on hikes that take advantage of each region’s distinct landscape.Read more »
Celebrate Fall at Colorful Events Across North CarolinaShow-stopping foliage, spirited music and irresistible fare add color and texture to fall in North Carolina.Read more »
6 Reasons to Plan a Fall Trip to the North Carolina CoastForget crowds, relish cooler air and warm water, and get a little sand in your shoes this fall on the beaches of North Carolina.Read more »
12 Seasonal Beers That Will Make You Happy It’s FallSeveral of #NCBeer’s leading minds on craft brews share which seasonal beers they’re most looking forward to enjoying this fall – and why you will, too.Read more »
Find Your Path, Biking Through North CarolinaCyclists are fond of our state because of the many scenic routes, bike tours, local clubs and annual rides that take you from the mountains to the coast.Read more »
Grape Stomps and Harvest FestivalsCelebrate the fall grape harvest at Childress, Raffaldini and Shelton vineyards and wine-tasting events from Charlotte to Bald Head Island.Read more »
Fun at the Farm: Apples, Pumpkins and Corn MazesThere’s no better place to enjoy fall fruits and fun seasonal activities than our farms and orchards.Read more »
10 Beautiful Places to Visit Across North CarolinaThere are countless natural wonders in North Carolina, and you have to look no further than the beauty of our state and national parks, from spring to fall.Read more »
Plan Your Getaway to Bald Head Island This FallSummertime crowds are gone, but the appeal of this island on the North Carolina coast remains. See why you should experience Bald Head Island in the fall.Read more »
See Where Masterminds Was Filmed and Dine Like a StarMasterminds hits theaters Sept. 30, bringing big stars and laughs. Take the experience to the next level by visiting the Asheville area where the movie was filmed.Read more »
Wilmington and Its Island Beaches Wilmington and Carolina, Kure and Wrightsville beaches wait with gardens, shopping, great dining and plenty to do for the entire family.Get planning »
A Tasty Craft Brew Tour, North Carolina StylePlan a brewery vacation with this three-day tasting tour of local breweries and craft beer spots in Asheville, Charlotte and the Triangle.Get planning »
Take a Farm-Fresh Tour of Western North CarolinaThis three-day trip starts in Asheville and ends outside of Boone, featuring farm visits, local wine, farm-to-table dining, alpacas and more.Get planning »
Hiking Getaway: Cold Mountain and AshevilleThis trip takes you on a trek to the top of Cold Mountain for breathtaking views, starting and ending in Asheville for a weekend of outdoor fun.Get planning »
Romance, Adventure and Charm in the Land of WaterfallsRekindle your romance during a three-day weekend in Brevard, an itinerary filled with dining, arts, picnics, spas, river fun and visits to waterfalls.Get planning »
Walk in Blackbeard’s Footsteps on the CoastVisit pirate hideouts, skulk around the town Blackbeard called home, see where his sunken ship is submerged, and see where he met his violent end.Get planning »
A Girls’ Getaway to the North Carolina High CountryGather your best girlfriends for a trip that will leave you all rejuvenated, thanks to the epic scenery and activities in the mountains.Get planning »
The Ultimate Trip for College and Pro Sports FansOur state is home to iconic college teams, pro basketball, football, hockey and racing, and sports museums and halls of fame you can visit year-round.Get planning »
Local Food and Music Weekend in the TriangleMake a weekend of great music at Cat's Cradle in Carrboro, local food at Raleigh City Farm and plow-to-pint beer at Fullsteam Brewery in Durham.Get planning »
Get Schooled in Golf, Art and Food in the TriangleThere’s plenty to do in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, including great golf that will make you feel smarter just by the connection to area universities.Get planning »
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.Get planning »
Discover Gems of the Crystal Coast on Your Golf GetawayIn between rounds of golf in Beaufort, Morehead City and Emerald Isle, take strolls on quiet beaches, tour an old pirate ship or see wild horses roam.Get planning »
North Carolina Jazz FestivalVisit Wilmington in February for one of the country's oldest traditional jazz festivals, with styles including early jazz, Dixieland, New Orleans and…
Haunted AttractionsHunt for ghosts on Battleship North Carolina in Wilmington, at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, and at Korner's Folly in Kernersville.
Fall in North CarolinaJust when you think a place holds all the magic it can, nature adds even more brilliance. Let our fall colors take you flying, driving, hiking and fishing all set against stunning backdrops.
Duplin Winery Comes Alive on SaturdaysTastings and tours are offered daily at North Carolina’s largest winery, located in Rose Hill. And on Saturdays, guests flock here to the live music series in the afternoon and murder mystery dinner…
Visit the FarmFrom peach picking on the coast, to cutting Christmas trees in the mountains, to sipping wine at a vineyard, the state is full of farm fresh fun.
Experience the Serenity of Grandfather MountainGrandfather Mountain is a sanctuary where guests can see wildlife, hike alpine trails and walk a Mile High Swinging Bridge.
Historic Orchard at AltapassTake the Blue Ridge Parkway to Milepost 328.3, where kids and families can enjoy apple picking, a butterfly garden, a bee hive and walking trails.
High Gravity Adventures Is a Playground in the SkyThis aerial park, next to Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock, will catch your eyes. And with a maze of cargo nets, aerial bridges, tight-rope walks and floating platforms, High Gravity Adventures will…
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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…