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Painters Holiday Shop

Sat, Dec 16, 2023 9 AM - 4 PM

Three weekends of holiday shopping! Whether you are decorating your own home or picking up a small gift for a friend, Painters has holiday plants and…

New Year's Even Historicacl Ghost Walk And Investigation

Sun, Dec 31, 2023 6 PM - 10 PM

Join P2 Investigations & The McDowell County Historical Society as we RING in the New Year by taking a stroll back in time in downtown Marion. We…

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Valentine's at Painters

Sat, Feb 10, 2024 9 AM - 4 PM

Come in from the cold and celebrate Valentine's Day Weekend with Painters Greenhouse. In our warm, relaxing tropical space, you can take yoursel…

See Our Voices Ribbon Cutting

“SEE OUR VOICES” Mural -Official Plaque Ribbon Cutting

Tue, Mar 12, 2024 4 PM - 6 PM

Centro Unido is thrilled to announce that there is now a plaque beside the "See Our Voices" mural that has been mounted which explains the …

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50 Shades of Green Party with the Happy Enchiladas

Sat, Mar 16, 2024 11 AM - 4:30 PM

CELEBRATE ST. PATRICKS! Everyone is a little bit Irish on St. Patrick's Day, we've got a Luck of the Irish Deal too! Show your Irish side b…

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Trails and Trains Day Festival

Sat, Jun 1, 2024 All Day

Celebrate the rich Trail and Rail history of Old Fort, NC! This multi-day event lifts up the amazing trail work established in our community, while h…

The Orchard At Altapass

Celebrate Independence Day at The Orchard at Altapass!

Thu, Jul 4, 2024 2 PM - 5 PM

The 4th of July will be a special time of celebration at the Orchard. We’re excited to welcome the Dollar Brothers back to the pavilion stage for a s…

Old Fort Independence Day Parade

Thu, Jul 4, 2024 4 PM - 5 PM

Celebrate July 4th in downtown Old Fort. Wear your red, white and blue, wave your flag and line the streets as the annual parade travels down Catawba…

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Old Fort Fireworks - Independence Day Celebration

Fri, Jul 5, 2024 8:30 PM - 10 PM

The Town of Old Fort is celebrating with their annual fireworks display on Catawba River Road, July 5th beginning about 8:30 p.m (or when Dusk starts…

Moth Night at Painters Greenhouse

Fri, Jul 26, 2024 7 PM - 11 PM

Come enjoy an evening of moth discovery! If you've never had the unique opportunity to 'go mothing', you're truly missing out - …

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Fungi Fest at Marion Tailgate Market

Sat, Sep 7, 2024 @ 10 AM — Sat, Aug 17, 2024 @ 2 PM

Fungi Fest at the Marion Tailgate Market Saturday September 7. 10 am - 2 pm 67 W Henderson St. in downtown Marion!Free to the public.What to expect a…

Bike Park Preview Party

Sat, Nov 9, 2024 12 PM - 9 PM

Bike Park Preview Party Ticket Sales are Live!Meet and ride with the trail builder, Trase Sowell @geoscupttraildesign!Beer and fundraiser for Whaley…

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Roaring Back Benefit

Fri, Nov 15, 2024 5 PM - 8:30 PM

Join us for a benefit and silent auction to raise funds for the Outdoor Business Alliance Hurricane Helene Relief Fund. Six limited edition metal pr…

A Very Marion Christmas Parade

A Very Marion Christmas Parade

Sun, Nov 24, 2024 3 PM - 5 PM

Kickoff the holiday season with the City of Marion's Christmas Parade on Sunday, November 24.If you are interested in being in the parade, we a…

Band Together Concert

Band Together -Hurricane Helene Benefit Concert

Sat, Nov 30, 2024 5 PM - 8 PM

November 30th, 20246pm (Doors Open at 5pm)Music LineUp:Red Dirt RevelatorsHoneycutt & CompanyDarrell & Casey CambyTayna & The Roadrunnerz…

Old Fort's EVERYTHING Christmas Party

Sat, Dec 14, 2024 All Day

Update: The Old Fort EVERYTHING Christmas event will also include free ice skating for kids from 10am to 3pm.Are you ready to celebrate Christmas in …