Events - Got Mountain Life

Due to the current Covid-19 Outbreak Got Mountain Life is taking a break from traveling to the many Appalachia events. We are excited to see everyone again, just as soon as it’s wise to travel. Stay safe and be healthy.

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For now, take a look at all the great past events.

John Campbell Folk School: Get Your Hands Dirty and Learn to Grow Mushrooms!

by Sarah Smith | Sep 4, 2018 | Fun Things To Do, Places to see and people to meet

Are you curious about the benefits of medicinal mushrooms? Have you considered mushroom farming or growing edible mushrooms as a hobby? You can learn how to grow mushrooms with ease from a weekend class in the Appalachian Mountains! John C. Campbell Folk School in North Carolina is offering a detailed mushroom growing experience by a skilled instructor that will have you growing mushrooms of your own in no time!

Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival

by Staff Writer | Aug 13, 2018 | Fun Things To Do, Places to see and people to meet

Hot Air Balloon Festival Floats into Townsend, TN Looking for an adventure in the Great Smoky Mountain area this weekend? On Saturday, August 18, 2018, you’ll want to head to Townsend for their Second Annual Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival and take in...

The Kentucky Arts Council

by Staff Writer | Jul 9, 2018 | Fun Things To Do, History and Culture

The Kentucky Arts Council has a ton of offerings for Kentucky folks including programs, events, grants, and even funds for transporting public school students to art venues around the state.

Mountain State Art and Craft Fair West Virginia

by Greg Chaffins | Jul 1, 2018 | Fun Things To Do, Places to see and people to meet

Celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy music, food, and some of the very best Appalachian artisans and their work at The Mountain State Art and Craft Fair in West Virginia.

Southern Highland Craft Guild and Winchester Woodworks

by Staff Writer | Jun 27, 2018 | Fun Things To Do, History and Culture, Places to see and people to meet

The Southern Highland Craft Guild works to sustain the traditions, culture, and history of hand-crafted arts featuring works in wood, glass, clay, metal, mixed media, jewelry, and more. Find out more about their artisan demonstrations, shows, and other events.

1st Annual West Virginia Renaissance Festival

by Tammy Rose | Jun 14, 2018 | Fun Things To Do

Nestled in the hills of Greenbrier County, in West Virginia, an extraordinary event beckons: Cometh and join the merriment! The 1st annual Renaissance Festival runs every weekend through June.

Riverbend Festival

by Greg Chaffins | Jun 4, 2018 | Fun Things To Do

Over the course of the eight nights, music festival fans will have a chance to take in over 100 different musical acts in Chattanooga. The five stages will feature artists against the backdrop of the famous Tennessee River on the “Scenic City’s” front porch.

Garrison Day: Beaver, Pennsylvania’s Celebration of Appalachian Arts

by Holly Riddle | May 31, 2018 | Fun Things To Do

A local and regional favorite for over four decades, Garrison Day is an annual celebration of arts, crafts, and history in Beaver County, Pa. Head for the hills of Appalachia June 9th, 2018 for some small-town hospitality and good-ole mountain fun.

Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival

by Sarah Smith | May 29, 2018 | Fun Things To Do

Have you heard that Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is having ten days of art and music—for free? It might sound too good to be true, but it’s the real deal! It’s the 59th annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival. This spectacular event presents a diverse and dynamic blend of music, art, and fun.