Backroad Bulletin: July Events
Backroad Bulletin: July Events
Celebrate bluegrass 🪕 sweetgrass 🌾 peaches 🍑 and more across the Southeast
Introducing Backroad Bulletin
Happy summer backroad explorers! We have something new to share with you. Just before the beginning of each new month, you’ll receive a list of popular events taking place across the Southeast so you can hopefully make plans to attend one or two of them. Here’s our list for July!
“The Lost Colony” Outdoor Drama
May 30–August 23, 2024
Manteo, North Carolina
Discover the story of 117 men, women, and children who arrived in North Carolina’s Outer Banks in 1587 to establish a British Colony under Queen Elizabeth I’s rule. This 86-year-old drama is set on the soundfront of Roanoke Island and preserves the historical importance of America’s first colony. Tickets cost $25–$40.
Sunday Mountain Music Series at Salt Pond Pub
Sundays, June 1–September 1, 2024; 4–6 p.m.
Mountain Lake Lodge; Pembroke, Virginia
Stop by Salt Pond Pub at Mountain Lake Lodge every Sunday through Labor Day weekend for live music and delicious food and drinks. Relax with the whole family—and your furry friends—after a day of hiking a few of Mountain Lake’s 22 miles of trails. Book now for three nights of lodging and enjoy breakfast from Harvest each morning.
Mountain Lake Lodge Independence Day Celebration
Sunday, July 2, 2024; 9:30 p.m.
Mountain Lake Lodge; Pembroke, Virginia
Enjoy live music by the band Untrained Professionals and fireworks by Grucci at the end of the evening. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., music starts at 6:30 p.m., and the fireworks start at 9:30 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets. No coolers. Food will be available for purchase. Pets not recommended and parking is limited.
Lexington County Peach Festival
Thursday, July 4, 2024; 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Gilbert, South Carolina
The Lexington County Peach Festival is recognized as one of the most successful and prestigious events of its kind in the southeastern United States. This year’s festivities kick off with a car show at 9 a.m. and parade at 9:30 a.m. Peruse 100-plus arts and crafts exhibits, enjoy peach-themed treats, and listen to live music. The day closes with a fireworks display at 9:15 p.m.
Wintergreen Music Festival
July 5-31, 2024
Nellysford, Virginia
Come for a weekend or the entire month to enjoy bluegrass, jazz, and classical concerts surrounded by mountain vistas. The Wintergreen Festival Orchestra returns this year, led by guest conductors directing musicians from leading orchestras and chamber music organizations from across the country. View the schedule online.
Maggie Valley Arts and Crafts Shows
July 6-7, 2024; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Maggie Valley, North Carolina
Artisans and crafters come together to display and sell paintings, photography, pottery, yard art, wooden bowls, furniture, jewelry, handmade soaps, and other items at this festival that occurs twice in summer and once in fall. A variety of delicious foods will also be available.
China Grove Farmers Day Festival
July 19-20, 2024; times vary
China Grove, North Carolina
This festival honors local farmers by allowing them to sell their produce during a day of fun, food, crafts, and live music. The event also includes an antique tractor display, homemade ice cream, and other treats.
Tri-State Outdoors Fest
Saturday, July 20, 2024; 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cumberland Gap, Tennessee
Enjoy a day of outdoor fun filled with kayaking, caving, hunting, fishing, backpacking, boating, zip-lining, off-roading, and other adventurist activities. Meet representatives from local parks and outdoor agencies, listen to live music, participate in guided hikes and workshops, and discover new adventures. The children’s area will include a kid-friendly obstacle course, open-fire cooking demos, archery, and more. Clinch River Brewing Company beer will also be available.
20th Annual Sweetgrass Festival
Saturday, July 27, 2024; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Celebrate the history, culture, traditions, and sweetgrass basket art of the Gullah Geechee at this annual event offering free admission. Stroll through the Sweetgrass Basket and Craft Show to view a magnificent assortment of basketry, handmade arts, crafts, and jewelry. Enjoy live music, a Gullah doll exhibit, and a shrimp and grits cooking demo while you’re there.
Know of some other great events we should add to our list? Send them to us at hello@backroadportfolio.com.