Highlands Ice Skating Rink

Christmas Week Schedule

Mon., Dec. 23 1-8pm, Tues., Dec. 24 1-5pm; Closed  Wed. Dec. 25; Open Thurs., Dec. 26 1-8pm, Fri., Dec. 27 and Sat., Dec. 28 1-10pm; Sun., Dec. 29 1-5pm, Mon., Dec. 30 1-8:0pm, Tues., Dec. 1pm-1am; Wed., Jan. 1 1-8pm

Winter 2024-2025 Schedule:
Thursday 3:30-8:00pm; Friday 3:30-10pm; Saturday 1-1pm; Sunday 1-5pm 

Lighting of the Menorah

Wednesday, December 25 | 5:30pm

Everyone – everyone – is invited to the lighting of the first candle of the Menorah at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands on the first evening of Hanukkah, December 25.

Live Music at The Local

Fri.-Sat., December 27-28  | 5-8pm

Enjoy live music at The Local in Glenville.

Friday- JW Band

Saturday- Taylor Corum

White Bird starring Helen Mirren at CinemaPAC

Sat - Sun., Jan. 28 - 29 | 2 & 5:30pm

In White Bird: A Wonder Story, we follow Julian (Bryce Gheisar), who has struggled to belong ever since he was expelled from his former school for his treatment of Auggie Pullman. To transform his life, Julian's grandmother (Helen Mirren) finally reveals to Julian her own story of courage.

Live Music at The Vineyard at High Holly

Sat. - Sun., December 28-29 

Enjoy live music at The Vineyard at High Holly
Saturday | 2-5pm: Katie and Ezra
Sunday | 1-4pm: Rail Town Music

Fabulous Equinox Orchestra

Monday, December 30 | 7:30pm

Meet your next two best friends – Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson, along with their fabulous big band! All across America and around the world, audiences have fallen in love with these two sophisticated Southern gentlemen and the high-energy show featuring the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra.

The Bascom's Holiday Market

Through December 28

Festive Shopping in the Atrium! Join us for The Bascom's Holiday Market, where our space transforms into a festive wonderland! Discover unique, handcrafted gifts by local and regional artists, including members of The Bascom Clay Studio—perfect for everyone on your list.

Read the December Laurel 

Discover the shows to see, where to shop, stay & dine, who to know, places to go…and the magic that is the plateau in the new issue of Laurel!

We Love Locals at Old Edwards Hospitality

Sunday - Thursday, January - March

Old Edwards Hospitality welcomes residents of Clay, Graham, Haywood, Cherokee, Macon, Jackson, Swain, Transylvania, and Rabun counties to enjoy the comforts of Old Edwards Inn and Spa or Half-Mile Farm at a locals-only rate.

Lights on The Green

Through February

The Village Green and surrounding shops and businesses in Cashiers will be a Glittering Wonderland throughout the grey days and dark nights of this winter.

Community Coat Drive

through March 15

Coat donations needed for our kids on the Highlands Cashiers Plateau through March 15. Donation boxes for new and gently used coats are located throughout Highlands. Powered by Mountaintop Rotary and Highlands Emergency Council. 

Open and Ready
to Welcome You!

With Highway 106 (Dillard Road) being closed between Osage Overlook and Turtle Pond Road, remember that businesses located on Hwy. 106 –  in Highlands and in Scaly Mountain – are open and ready to welcome you! Stop in and say Hi :-)

Studio Alive at The Bascom

Mondays | 9:30am - 1pm

Figure Drawing Open Studio for Artists of every skill level in any medium

Bluegrass Wednesdays at The Ugly Dog

Wednesdays | 6pm

Bluegrass Wednesday with Nitrograss is back at The Ugly Dog!

Highlander Mountain House &
The Ruffed Grouse Tavern 

Lunch: Wed .- Sat., 11am- 3pm; Dinner: Wed.- Sat.,  5:30- 9pm;  Bluegrass Brunch: 10am- 3pm, Sundays (Sunday music is 10:30-12:30) ;  Blues Music: 6- 8pm -  Thursdays.; Live Music on the Patio: 1-3 pm - Saturdays.

Lobby Coffee Bar at Outpost Inn

Daily | 8am-4pm

Come in from 8am - 4pm to start your day with some really good vibes brought to you by methodicalcoffee, homemade banana bread (free with purchase), classic vinyl, cozy seating to lounge/read/work and tons of sunlight or a crackling fire on a rainy day (or maybe all the above

Live Music at Hummingbird Lounge

Fridays and Saturdays

Enjoy hand-crafted cocktails, wine, and craft beer - and live music beginning at 5:30pm.

Weekly Yoga Classes & Wellness Services

Yoga, Salt Room, Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna, Reiki, Massage, Skin Care/Facials, Monthly Journal Classes, Life Coaching, Sound Healing, Parkinson's Classes, Wellness Events, and Bungalow Boutique.

Authentic Sushi To Go from The Library Kitchen + Bar

Beginning in January

Order To Go: Enjoy authentic sushi, made with the freshest ingredients and served with the world’s best soy sauce. Order online beginning in January. Pick up Tuesday - Saturday 4-7pm
à la carte menu also available to go

Fusion's 10-day Lifestyle Reboot

Tuesday, Jan. 7 - Thursday, Jan. 16

A New Year, A Renewed You: Fusion's 10-day Lifestyle Reboot. January 7-January 16. Invest in yourself this January and join us for our annual reboot, focusing on a holistic approach to overall health and well-being.

Holistic Retreat Spa Special at Unfurl Wellness Spa

Saturday, January 11

Enjoy a Holistic Retreat Spa Special with a Cacao Ceremony and Sound Healing with Roaming Retreat from Hayesville. 

Cabin Fever

Saturday, January 11 | 6:30-9pm

Escape the Winter Blues at "Cabin Fever" Live! Get ready for an unforgettable winter night at the Highlands Performing Arts Center as Cabin Fever brings you a unique blend of soulful acoustic sounds. Start the evening with a captivating opening performance by special guest, John Grove, followed by a fun and entertaining show by Zack Couron and Matt Walden.

Hand Building Functional Pots with a Focus on Surface Decoration

January 17-19 | 9am-noon & 1-4pm

Explore coil, pinch, carving, handles, and feet to create functional ceramic pieces for the table and home, such as dishes and candle holders. Learn surface decoration techniques like wax resist, Mishima, and inlay. Students are required to bring a variety of underglaze colors.

National Theatre Live: Dear England

Thursday, January 23 | 5pm

The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. Why can’t England’s men win at their own game? The team has the worst track record for penalties in the world, and manager Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land. 

2025 Explore & Restore in Costa Rica

Sunday, Jan. 26 - Saturday, Feb. 1

Discover the simple life with us this winter for a week of yoga, wellness, and adventure in the tropical paradise of Uvita, Costa Rica. 

Winter Beer Fest at Whiteside Brewing

Friday, February 14 | 4-8pm

Join us for our 2nd Annual Winter Beer Fest from 4-8. Six different local breweries participating, live music, prizes, and fire pits to keep cozy. More details to come soon.

Sapphire’s Outhouse Races

Saturday, February 15 | 2:30pm

Registration is at 1:30 P.M. Saturday. Static parade (the viewing and judging) is at 2:30 P.M. with the races to follow in the Sapphire Valley Ski Area, 3:00 – 4:00 P.M. It’s $125 per homebuilt entry. If you want to rent an outhouse from Sapphire, there’s an additional charge. Checks payable to SVMA.

Bowl for Kid's Sake

Saturday, March 22

This year's theme is "Yabba Dabba Do!"—so don your best prehistoric or caveman costume for some fun (costumes are not required to participate). Choose from two sessions: 11:00 AM - 12:45 PM or 1:00 PM - 2:45 PM. It’s just $50 per bowler or $250 per team. Sponsorships are available too! All proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina.