Summer 2012 Annual Events in Madison County, NC
Summer in Madison County, NC, kicks off the SART play schedule in Mars Hill as well as fun Fridays in Marshall–the once-a-month French Broad Fridays. Hot Springs, NC, hosts the Bluff Mountain Festival of traditional music which is known to attract premier musicians and festival goers from miles around. Hot Springs also has a Civil War re-enactment–The Skirmish at Warm Springs–in June. Check out the other events on the calendar both on this page and those updated daily on the sidebar of the Home Page.
Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre
June to September 2012 in Mars Hill, NC
Owen Theatre, College Street
Mars Hill NC 28754
828 689-1239 (box office)
http://sartplays.org
The Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre (SART) is dedicated to presenting theatre of the highest professional quality thereby enriching the Southern Appalachian Region through artistic programming, education, and outreach. SART presents the mainstage summer season of productions each year in the historic Owen Theatre on the campus of Mars Hill College, Mars Hill NC.
Marshall Arts District French Broad Fridays
Summer 2012 in Marshall, NC
Main Street
Marshall NC 28753
http://downtownmarshallnc.com/events-calendar.html
Come on out and join us for food, dancing, shopping, performances, river activities, and more. This years events include “Mermaids in Marshall” (June 8), “Bike-A-Licious” (July 13), the French Broad Cycling Classic Festival (July 14), “Dog Daze” (August 10) and “Drover’s Last Stand” (Sept 14)
Youth Summer Rodeo
2nd and 4th Fridays from April through October in Marshall, NC
Each month there are two opportunities to watch or participate in a rodeo which is focused on the young competitors. Most of the contestants are under the age of 20 and events are offered which even give three to five year-olds a chance to ride a sheep. There’s calf-riding for six to ten year olds, steer riding for ten to fifteen year olds as well as team roping barrel racing and, of course, bronco riding. With the focus on kids, there are kids’ games at halftime. There are some serious regional and national level competitors to balance out the fun that the amateurs have. Here’s a great chance to see what it’s like to be in a rodeo or to perfect the skills if you are dreaming of a career as a rodeo rider. For information, contact Kenny Roberts 828 551-7652.
Bluff Mountain Festival
June 9, 2012 in Hot Springs, NC
Bridge Street
Hot Springs NC 28743
http://madisoncountyarts.com
The festival is FREE to the public and features some of the region’s best Traditional Old-Time and Bluegrass Music, ballad singing and clogging followed by an evening Square Dance until dark! Bring the family and the lawn chairs to enjoy a day full of music under the shade trees! This year’s festival will be held on on the grounds of the Hot Springs Spa and Resort in Hot Springs, NC.
Marshall Rodeo
3rd and 4th of July in Marshall, NC
Fairgrounds
Marshall, NC 28753
As an annual event, the Marshall Fire Department brings a rodeo to Madison on the day before the 4th of July for 2 nights. Experience the calf-roping, rodeo bulls, and rodeo clowns and all the other traditional events. Beginning at 8pm and on the 4th of July, followed by fireworks. Adults $10 and Children $5. For information, contact The Marshall Fire Department 828 649-2660.
Hot Doggett 100 Bicycle Ride
July 14, 2012 in Mars Hill, NC
Mars Hill College Campus
Mars Hill NC 28754
http://hotdoggett100.org
Mark your calendars now to come join us in July for the 5th Annual HOT DOGGETT 100 and DEVIL’S FORK METRIC CENTURY RIDE. This year’s event was a great time for all of the riders and next year’s event will be even better. We had over 300 riders this year and we are expecting many more in 2010. We will have the same challenging 100 mile and 100 kilometer closed loop courses as last year. Our 100 mile course covers some of the most scenic and lightly traveled roads anywhere in western North Carolina. Those of you who are seeking a challenge will find it in the 9,600 feet of ascension on that course.
Blackberry Festival
Saturday, August 11, 2012 at Ebbs Chapel School
http://ebbschapelperformingartscenter.com
Begin the day at 7:30 am with breakfast and Nita’s famous biscuits and blackberry gravy or come for lunch or just some blackberry jam and cobbler. There will be a rummage sale, artists and vendors. The gospel music in the auditorium features Madison County Manager Steve Garrison. At Ebbs Chapel School. FREE admission and parking. For information, contact Bob Kiggins (rjkiggins@frontier.com). Sponsored by the Ebbs Chapel School Foundation & Ebbs Chapel Performing Arts Center.
