Avery County Fairs & Festivals
3 events in Avery County, North Carolina for 2026.
4.8(5)In 3 daysCraftFood FestivalArtisan
Banner Elk August Days Art on The Greene
It will host a group of local and regional artists who will showcase and sell their original artwork in a variety of media, such as ceramics, metal, glass, wood, watercolor, acrylics and oil.
Sat–Sun, Aug 1–2Banner Elk
5(8)CraftFood FestivalArtisan
Banner Elk Labor Day Art on The Greene
It will host a group of local and regional artists who will showcase and sell their original artwork in a variety of media, such as ceramics, metal, glass, wood, watercolor, acrylics and oil.
Sat–Sun, Sep 5–6Banner Elk
RecurringFamilySeasonalCultural
Woolly Worm Festival
Banner Elk's quirky fall tradition hosts the 49th annual Woolly Worm Festival in 2026, famous for its woolly worm races that 'predict' the severity of the coming winter.
Sat–Sun, Oct 17–18Banner Elk