June Events in Transylvania County, NC

Ballroom Dance Group Lessons and Social Dancing – Mondays at 7 PM

Head to the DFR Lounge located at 44 East Main Street in Brevard for an hour of ballroom dance lessons, followed by social dancing! The cost to attend is $20, and this event is held every Monday.

Monday Night Movies at Weevil Gear & Beer – Every Monday at 6 PM!

Monday, June 02, 2025: The Big Lebowski

Monday, June 09, 2025: Super Troopers

Monday, June 16, 2025: Dumb and Dumber

Monday, June 23, 2025: Waynes World

Monday, June 30, 2025: Tommy Boy

Monday, July 07, 2025: The Sandlot

Monday, July 14, 2025: Office Space

Monday, July 21, 2025: Ferris Buellers Day Off

Monday, July 28, 2025: What About Bob?

Monday, August 04, 2025: Happy Gilmore

Monday, August 11, 2025: Step Brothers

Monday, August 18, 2025: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Monday, August 25, 2025: Planes, Trains & Automobiles

Monday, September 01, 2025: Beetlejuice

Monday, September 08, 2025: Ace Ventura: Pet Detective

Monday, September 15, 2025: The Princess Bride

Monday, September 22, 2025: Caddyshack

Monday, September 29, 2025: Uncle Buck

Baby & Toddler Playdate – Tuesdays from 9AM to 12PM

This weekly gathering is the perfect opportunity for little ones to explore the outdoors in a space designed just for them, while parents can relax, connect, and enjoy the morning together.

Sip on a fresh-brewed coffee or indulge in a delicious snack from Brew Cycle and 99’ Ice Cream Bar, knowing your kiddos are having a blast in a safe and engaging environment. Plus, enjoy a free kids’ steamer with the purchase of any adult drink!

The Yard is located at 284 Railroad Avenue in Brevard.

Friday Night Dinner and Music at Lake Toxaway Community Center – Every Friday!

Enjoy great family fun every Friday night with home home-cooked meal and great local bluegrass or country music, and help support the Lake Toxaway Community Center. We also offer some of the best Thrift Store shopping at our Bargain Barn each Friday from 5 to 9 pm, and also on Saturday mornings from 9 am to 12 pm. Put on your dancing shoes and load up the car, take the drive up to beautiful Lake Toxaway and enjoy a great evening of good food, great music, and a fun time each Friday from late Spring until the end of October. Dinner is $ 15 for adults, $ 8 for children under 12, and Free for children 3 and under. No charge if you just wish to dance and listen to the music, but we sure appreciate all donations. Dinner is served from 6 to 7 pm and the music is from 7 to 9 pm We are located just off of Hwy 280 at 81 Slick Fisher Rd.

MUSIC+MOONSHINE at Cedar Mountain Moonshine Distillery – Every Friday!

Join us every Friday from 6–8 PM for our Music & Moonshine live summer music series! This free, family-friendly outdoor event highlights incredible local musicians, rotating local food trucks, and our signature Moonshine Slushies! Bring a chair, bring your crew, and kick off the weekend Cedar Mountain style—good vibes, great tunes, and THE BEST SUMMER MEMORIES!

Parking is limited and begins around 5:15. Please, no picnics, and outside alcohol is not permitted–support small businesses operating on site for your event needs! Dogs can come, but have to be on a leash–people and cars!

Trailside Market at The Yard – Every Thursday at 4PM

Join the community from March through October, at The Yard, for a Trailside Market! Discover a vibrant gathering of local farmers, producers, and artisans offering fresh goods and handcrafted treasures. Enjoy live music, delicious treats, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere celebrating community and connection. Located at 284 Railroad Avenue in Brevard!

Summer Concert Series – Dulci @ 7:30 PM

The series will begin on June 06 with Dulci, a collaboration of Asheville musicians led by classically trained vocalist Dulci Ellenberger. The group brings soulful original music carefully arranged to highlight soaring vocals, super-groovy drums and bass, synth and trumpet, and plenty of vocal harmonies. This seasoned arrangement is “comfortable with a jam, thrilled with a 3-part harmony, and eager to connect with humanity in a meaningful way”.

AAUW Book Sale – June 7 to June 11

The Brevard Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is sponsoring its 55th Annual Book Sale, the largest and best book sale in North Carolina!

Net proceeds support local STEM and educational scholarships for girls (5th-12th grades) and women at Brevard College and Blue Ridge Community College. A King-size quilt set (with matching pillows and wall hanging) raffle is also offered.

Location: Brevard College, Boshamer Gym 695 Kings Creek Loop, Brevard, NC 28712

Find 30,000 well-organized books in all genres, plus puzzles, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, vinyl. Ample parking, free admission, dealers welcome – Prices range from 50 cents and up – Assistance provided to load books into cars – Cash, checks with ID, or cards accepted.

BMC Presents: The Yellowjackets – June 7 at 7:30 PM

Experience the electrifying jazz fusion of the Yellowjackets, a trailblazing ensemble with over four decades of innovation. With 25 albums, 17 GRAMMY nominations, and 2 wins, they’ve continually redefined the genre. Their latest project, Jackets XL, celebrates their 40th anniversary, blending their signature sound with big band elements. Don’t miss this chance to witness the dynamic improvisation and intricate melodies of these jazz fusion pioneers live in concert.

Square Dance Brevard – Last Friday of Every Month

Put on your dancing shoes and hit the dance floor! Learn to square dance at Grace Brevard, located at 55 East Jordan Street. The suggested contribution is $10. Click here for more information.

Outdoor Bluegrass Jam and Community Potluck – Saturdays from 2 PM to 4 PM

From the Cedar Mountain Canteen: This jam will cater to musicians who love Bluegrass music, in its traditional and non-traditional styles. We will focus on songs that feature vocal melodies, harmonies, and instrumental breaks. Typical instrumentation includes guitars, banjos, mandolins, resophonic guitars (Dobros), fiddles, and a bass, but we welcome other instruments like the dulcimer, ukulele, harmonica, and autoharp, too. *This is a ZERO WASTE event, so bring what you need from home!*

Check out the Cedar Mountain Canteen’s Facebook page for the performance schedule!

Wild Souls Authentic Movement Class with Reneee Trudeau – Sundays from 9:30 AM to 11 AM

Join a supportive, relaxed, welcoming environment for an expressive movement class designed to help you get unstuck, enjoy cardio movement, boost immune health, dissolve anxiety/stress, and celebrate community. Show up 10 minutes early, and bring your yoga mat, water bottle, and journal! The class is located at the Dunns Rock Community Center at 461 Connestee Road in Brevard. Click here for more information.

Transylvania Farmers Market- Weekly on Saturdays

The Transylvania Farmers Market is a local favorite in Downtown Brevard. Held every Saturday from 9 AM to 12 PM at 200 East Main Street. Browse local vendors for handmade and baked goods, fresh fruits and vegetables, live music, and more! Check out the vendor schedule here.

Transylvania Heritage Museum

Join the Transylvania Heritage Museum every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 3 PM for their Mountain Legacies: Exploring Appalachian Culture event. The museum is located at 189 West Main Street in Brevard and is open every Thursday through Sunday from 12 PM to 4 PM.

Brevard Music Center

Brevard Music Center is a staple here in Brevard for concerts, festivals, and education. They host an annual Summer Festival that draws hundreds of music lovers to Brevard. Take a look at the remaining summer concerts and upcoming events here.

OUTDOOR GEAR SWAP at Weevil Gear & Beer – June 7 at 11 AM

Got old gear gathering dust? Join us for a Gear Swap at WEEVIL GEAR & BEER! Buy, Sell, Trade, or Donate! No fees. Free for all!

INTRO TO EXPRESSIVE PASTEL PAINTING III WORKSHOP w/ ANNE STRUTZ

DATE:  JUNE 10-11
TIME:  10-3:30
Fee: $200 for 2 Days 
LIMITED TO 6 STUDENTS

Required supplies:

·       Sketch book, pencil 2B or softer, gum or white eraser
·       Black, a middle grey, and a light grey marker

In this class, students will explore the diverse qualities of soft pastel and its ability to be combined with other mediums such as watercolor and water-mixable oil paint. There will be emphasis on understanding composition and color theory in this workshop. Students may bring their landscape, floral, or still life references or work from reference images provided.

The pastel medium provides the artist with the incredible flexibility of merging painting and drawing together to create beautiful, unique artwork. The ability to create an endless variety of marks, whether you are taking advantage of the shape of the pastel stick to make direct marks, or manipulate the color through the use of tools to rub, scratch, or brush the pigment on the surface of your painting, pastel is a unique medium for creating art. The immediacy of being able to choose a color from an endless palette without having to mix paint to create colors allows the artist to experiment and play with the color interaction in an accessible way, unlike any other medium.

Carolina Hills Classic Bike Tour – June 11 to June 15

This 4-day, fully-appointed road cycling adventure traverses the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Brevard, North Carolina, and Greenville, South Carolina. Experience majestic mountain vistas, towns, and Southern charm while supporting the 1 in 4 people living with arthritis. The tour is open to beginners, enthusiastic cyclists, and e-bike users.

An Evening of Classical Guitar – June 11

Experience the delicate beauty and expressive power of classical guitar in this intimate evening featuring Adam Holzman and a collective of masterful musicians performing transcendent works.
Performed in Parker Concert Hall, an intimate 400-seat venue perched on the water and acoustically engineered for exceptional sound. These concerts often sell out — buy early. Dedicated to the Memory of Gail Jolley

JAZZ@Brevard (More BMC Music) June 12

Swing into summer with a night of world-class jazz! Brevard’s top faculty and talented students from around the nation come together for a night of dynamic combos, soulful solos, and high-energy big band swing showcasing sizzling improvisation and timeless standards.

Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium is Brevard Music Center’s iconic open-air venue, with seating for 1,900 as well as lawn seating. Lawn patrons are welcome to bring their picnics and beverages or enjoy concessions available on-site. It’s the perfect way to experience live music under the stars.

Summer Concert Series – Randy Steele – June 13 at 7:30 PM

The series will continue with the award-winning banjo pickin’ singer/songwriter Randy Steele. As a career firefighter and medal of valor recipient, Steele turned to the banjo as a means of decompression and expression. Performing with a trio, Steele offers a musical journey and masterful storytelling through his original banjo music, which melds the best elements of country and bluegrass.

“FROM THE MINDS OF THE MASTERS” GUSTAV KLIMT – ONE DAY ACRYLIC WORKSHOP WITH ANNE STRUTZ

In this painting class, we will delve into the world of Gustav Klimt. We will explore Klimt’s intricate patterns and stunning use of gold and color. After our discussion, you will create your own Klimt-inspired work using acrylic paints. Beginner techniques of acrylic painting will be touched on. 

All skill levels are welcome

Dates: JUNE 14, 2025
Times: 10-4 pm with a one-hour break for lunch
Cost: $100 with supplies included
Location: Lucy Clark Gallery – 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC

Sunday Market at Weevil Gear & Beer – June 15

Happening the first and third Sunday of every month, the Sunday Market brings local artisans and makers to the beer garden at Weevil Gear & Beer. Shop handmade goods, sip cold craft beer, and soak up the good vibes in a lively outdoor setting. It’s a perfect Sunday mix of local flavor, community, and mountain town fun.

SRAM Product Release, Gravel Ride & Fundraiser at Weevil Gear & Beer – June 17

Join us for a special event with our friends from SRAM for a NEW Product Release, Gravel Ride & Fundraiser at Weevil Gear & Beer!

In support of World Bicycle Relief – Pedal to Empower.

-Good Vibes for a Great Cause
–SRAM NEW Product Release!!
–Gravel Ride – Roll out at 5:00pm (1.5 to 2-hour ride with refreshments after.
-Swag and Beer

Summer Family Show

Join us for an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment and learning at the Transylvania County Library! The Summer Family Show series will take place in the Rogow Community Room at the Library on Wednesday afternoons at 3:00 pm from June 18 to July 30. We’ll hear music, see magic, meet some animals, and much more!

June 18 – Bright Star Theatre: Wizard of Oz

June 25 – Roper Mountain Science Center: Science on Wheels – Coastal Critters

July 2 – Grey Seal Puppets: A Tangle of Tales

July 9 – Professor Whizzpop’s Art Attack

July 16 – Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

July 23 – Soap Bubble Circus

July 30 – Andrew Best: Music for Families

Juneteenth Freedom Day – June 19, June 21, and June 22

Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Donnie R. Garris, pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Charlotte.

Light food, Juneteenth Movie Clip, Play Performance, Displays, and other activities.

Juneteenth is a celebration marking the historical abolition of slavery in America. African-American communities all over the nation observe this milestone and come together to reflect on, remember, and celebrate this shared history and heritage.

Summer Concert Series – Jett Holden – June 20 at 7:30 PM

The library will welcome another Tennessee-based artist, Jett Holden. With an interest in performing dating back to 5^th grade choir, Holden has found his place in the contemporary country/Americana music scene with his sincere songwriting and sometimes gritty, always melodic vocals.

Opening Night: Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2 – June 20

Brevard Music Center Orchestra
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Eric Lu, piano

Celebrate the start of the season with an evening of brilliance and grandeur. The concert begins with Jennifer Higdon’s Blue Cathedral, an ethereal and deeply moving reflection on memory and transcendence. The program continues with Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2, a work of poetic beauty and dazzling virtuosity, performed by the radiant pianist Eric Lu. The evening culminates with the majestic Saint-Saëns Organ Symphony, a breathtaking work of orchestral power, featuring the mighty sonorities of the organ in a triumphant and exhilarating finale. A thrilling start to the 2025 season!

Hellbender Relay Canoe Race – June 21

Part of the Upper French Broad Riverfest in Rosman, NC
The most exciting competition in town! Starting at Mile 0 from Headwaters Outfitters to Mile 20 at Hap Simpson River Park. Proceeds from the race support needed river accesses and log jam clearing projects to keep the French Broad River open to all users.

Important Information:
1. “20 Miler Relay Race” limited to 15 Teams
2. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required
3. Check in Location & Time starts at 9:15 am at Headwaters Outfitters. Teams must check in 45 min. prior to their start time.
4. Race will start promptly at 10am
5. Lifejackets are required to be worn for the entire race (teams will be disqualified if lifejackets are not worn).
6. All teams are required to use the Headwaters canoes provided. You can bring your own paddles and wear your own PFD.Rules & Guidelines:
1. Each “20 Miler” relay team is made of up to 4 paddlers, broken down into pairs for each section of the race.
2. “20 Miler” Race will consist of two 10 mile sections. At the halfway point, teams can switch out paddlers
· First Section: Headwaters Outfitters in Rosman, NC to Island Ford River Access~ 11 miles total
· Team Exchange at Island Ford River Access
· Second Section: Island Ford River Access to Hap Simpson River Park~ 9 miles
3. Transportation to race points can be provided, or teams can provide their own.
4. At the end of the race paddlers will be transported back to Headwaters Outfitters.
5. The After Party starts at 2:00pm at the Forks of the River Taproom. The Awards Ceremony will start when enough teams arrive on site. Trophies will be awarded for Top 3 teams and BEST TEAM COSTUME (voted on by all teams and race volunteers)!

How to Enter:
· Registration must be made in advance.
· “20 Miler” Entry Fee: $250.00 per team (Does not included tax and credit card fees if paying with credit card, can be paid with cash or credit card to avoid fees).
· Includes, canoe, paddles, lifejackets, t-shirt, and transportation to & from river if needed
· Teams can find local businesses to sponsor their team.
· 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place trophies awarded in “20 Miler Relay Race”
· Award for Best Team Costume
Team Registration Fee Link: https://fareharbor.com/…/headwatersout…/items/605170/…
Team Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfRxuz2MRW…/viewform…
-Please fill out for Team Contact, Team Name, Team Member Names, and Team T-Shirt Sizes.

TERRARIUM BUILDING WORKSHOP WITH FRANK NUSS – June 21

BYOB- Build Your Own Bottle – a terrarium bottle that is!

Half-day terrarium workshop with plant artist Frank Nuss.  Frank is a miniature plant enthusiast who propagates his own plants and loves the creative process of teaching us how to build terrariums. Experience the peace within nature, as we bring to life our own secret gardens within our very homes!

This workshop can be fun for all ages (mature children ages 12 and up are welcome).  During this workshop, you will build your own terrarium from an empty glass container to a finished masterpiece!  Terrariums done properly become self-contained, with low maintenance, so a green thumb is not necessary!

10th Annual Upper French Broad Riverfest! – June 21

The Transylvania French Broad Stewards, the Town of Rosman, Conserving Carolina, and Headwaters Outfitters are joining up again to put on the 10th annual Upper French Broad Riverfest!

Korean War 75th Anniversary – June 21

The Veterans History Museum of the Carolinas and the Korea Center of Greenville will host a Korean War 75th Anniversary Ceremony in Brevard, NC. The ceremony will honor the 1.8 million Americans who fought in Korea during that brutal three-year war, as well as the 2.5 million U.S. service members who have deployed to South Korea to keep the peace since the end of the war to today.

Speakers, Korean finger foods, three door prizes.

Featured Speakers:

Dr. Peter S. Yun is a retired economics professor from the University of Virginia. He will speak on the topic “A Boy Who Survived the War”. 

Lt. Gen. John M. Brown III, U.S. Army (Ret.), is a Silver Star recipient who has served as Commander of U.S. Army Pacific. He will speak on the topic “Reflections on the U.S.-South Korea Alliance”. 

June Overnight Bikepacking Trip – Looking Glass Loop

Here’s the link:
https://bikepacking.com/routes/looking-glass-loop/
**THIS LINK ALSO HAS THE GPX FILE**

Please take the time to review the route.
“The Looking Glass Loop Overnighter was designed to leave downtown Brevard and circumnavigate Looking Glass Rock, a massive pluton monolith named after the reflective qualities of its granite face. Looking Glass rises from the valley floor to an elevation of almost 4,000 feet (1,200 m) and can be seen from multiple locations throughout Pisgah National Forest. The loop uses a choice mix of gravel, doubletrack fire roads, and some of Pisgah’s easier singletrack to make a great loop that can easily be done as a sub-24-hour overnighter.”

We will leave from the shop on Saturday at 11:00am and return mid afternoon on Sunday!
If you need help with your gear, want recommendations on how to load your bag, or have any questions about bikepacking email the trip leader Caitlin at caitlin@earthmountainbicycle.com or call the shop 828-862-5111.
All participants must bring all of their own gear and food, call the shop to reserve your spot, as well as sign a waiver beforehand.

This is not a paid guided service. All participants are expected to have the course downloaded to a GPS device, be self-supported, self-sufficient, and have the knowledge and confidence to camp overnight beforehand.

BMC Presents: Steep Canyon Rangers – June 24

Bluegrass royalty returns! The Grammy-winning Steep Canyon Rangers bring their high-energy show back to Brevard, featuring virtuosic instrumentation and soaring harmonies alongside the Brevard Festival Orchestra

Co-produced with Mountain Song Productions
BMC Presents Series Sponsor:  Hampton Inn
Lead Sponsors:  Rick and Maggi Swanson
BMC Season Sponsors:  Jacquelyn & Bruce Rogow

Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium is Brevard Music Center’s iconic open-air venue, with seating for 1,900 as well as lawn seating. Lawn patrons are welcome to bring their own picnics and beverages, or enjoy concessions available on-site. It’s the perfect way to experience live music under the stars.

Summer Concert Series – Three Wheels Turning June 27

The series will conclude with a unique opportunity to catch a bit of a west coast vibe with Port Townsend, Washington based folk trio Three Wheels Turning. The group is comprised of multi-instrumentalist songwriters known for their rich vocal harmonies and blend of genres, styles and insights. They are sure to conclude the series on an uplifting note with their special blend of “musical medicine”.

Appalachian Folk Festival – June 28

The Transylvania Heritage Museum presents its 4th annual Appalachian Folk Festival. This is a community celebration, and we are always delighted to welcome new folks. The one-day festival offers a great lineup of musicians, craft booths, artisans at work, storytellers, children’s activities, and guided tours of the 1815 Allison Deaver House, the oldest frame house west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s the perfect way to experience the vibrant culture of Appalachia!