Best Fall Festivals to Check Out In and Around Marion, NC

Fall is a great time to enjoy the outdoors and the beautiful colors of nature. Marion, North Carolina, has many fall festivals that are open to the public and are within a 30-minute drive of Marion. Here are five fall festivals that you can attend in 2023.

Mountain Glory Festival

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The Mountain Glory Festival is a popular celebration that takes place on the second Saturday in October. This year, it will be held all day Saturday, October 14th. The festival is located on Depot Street in Marion and features local entertainment, an arts and crafts fair, and a street festival with 150 vendors. Children’s events, local entertainment, and the Miss Mountain Glory Festival Pageant are also part of the festival. You can also enjoy the local breweries, taprooms, and meadery. For more information, visit mtngloryfestival.com.

North Carolina Fall Festival

The North Carolina Fall Festival is held in Raeford on October 21st. The festival features live music, food, arts & crafts, and a car show. There will also be a kids’ zone with inflatables and games. For more information, visit ncfestivals.com.

Wood, Fire and Smoke

The Wood, Fire and Smoke festival is held in Lenoir on October 21st. The festival features live music, demonstrations, food vendors, and arts & crafts vendors. For more information, visit wfsfestival.com.

Apple Fest and Fall BBQ Cook-Off at Humphrey Farm

The Apple Fest and Fall BBQ Cook-Off at Humphrey Farm will be held this year on September 30th and October 14th. These festivals will feature live music, food vendors, and arts & crafts vendors. There will also be a kids’ zone with inflatables and games. For more information, visit humphreyfarmnc.com.

Apple Harvest Festival

The Apple Harvest Festival is held in Waynesville on October 21st. The festival features live music, games, food, and arts & crafts. Sample a myriad of apples and baked goods, or make apple ice cream and cider. For more information, visit haywoodapplefest.com.

Enjoy the Fall Season in Marion, NC

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