Appalachian Autumn Market & Fall Festival | Free Family Fall Festival in Boone, NC
Schedule
Sat Oct 03 2026 at 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Daniel Boone Park, 591 Horn in the West Dr, Boone, NC, United States, North Carolina 28607 | Boone, NC
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The Appalachian Autumn Market & Fall Festival is BACK! It is going to be even better than last year!We had so much fun with our first-ever Appalachian Autumn Market in 2025 that we are bringing it back bigger, better, and with even more to love. Come spend your Saturday afternoon soaking in the magic of fall in the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounded by mountain traditions, local makers, incredible food, and all the autumn vibes the High Country has to offer.
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
📍 Hickory Ridge History Museum | Boone, NC
🎟️ FREE admission | All ages welcome | Pets welcome
Here is what is waiting for you:
🍎 Apple butter making
🎃 Pumpkin painting
🪓 Hatchet throwing
🎶 Old-time mountain music
📖 Appalachian storytelling
🏡 Living history demonstrations in our historic cabins
🛖 Local makers and craft vendors
🍖 The Ham Shoppe food truck
👻 Kid AND pet costume contests -- yes, dress your dog up!
This is fall in the High Country the way it is meant to be celebrated. Outside, together, with good food and deep roots.
Bring the whole family. Bring your neighbors. Bring your dog in a costume.
We cannot wait to see you there. Mark yourself as going and share this with someone who needs a perfect fall afternoon!
Want more info? Check it out: https://www.horninthewest.com/fall-festival
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Where is it happening?
Daniel Boone Park, 591 Horn in the West Dr, Boone, NC, United States, North Carolina 28607Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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