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Thu, Jul 4
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…
Thu, Jul 4
Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Social
Thu, Jul 4, 2024 2 PM - 4 PM
Free ice cream, watermelon, a ducky derby, and a voter registration drive will be happening at the museum’s annual "Red, White, and Blue Ice Cr…
Sat, Jul 6
South Creek Vineyard Deck Music Series - Rory Kelly Band
Sat, Jul 6, 2024 11 AM - 5 PM
Music by The Rory Kelly Band. Rock your Soul as front man Rory Kelly brings his blues based signature sound to South Creek. Tasting room opens at 11:…
Fri, Aug 16
North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival
Fri, Aug 16, 2024 12 PM - 8:30 PM
Evans Media presents the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival taking place at Marion's Camping World, the former Tom Johnson's Camping f…
Sat, Aug 17
North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival
Sat, Aug 17, 2024 12 PM - 9 PM
Evans Media presents the North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival taking place at Marion's Camping World, the former Tom Johnson's Camping f…
Sat, Sep 7
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…
Thu, Sep 12
FloatLife Fest
Thu, Sep 12, 2024 All Day
Welcome to FloatLife Fest 7 back at Camp Grier! FLF7 will once again be hosting races on the amazing manicured single track and paved greenways of Ca…
Fri, Sep 13
FloatLife Fest
Fri, Sep 13, 2024 All Day
Welcome to FloatLife Fest 7 back at Camp Grier! FLF7 will once again be hosting races on the amazing manicured single track and paved greenways of Ca…
Sat, Sep 14
FloatLife Fest
Sat, Sep 14, 2024 All Day
Welcome to FloatLife Fest 7 back at Camp Grier! FLF7 will once again be hosting races on the amazing manicured single track and paved greenways of Ca…
Sun, Sep 15
FloatLife Fest
Sun, Sep 15, 2024 All Day
Welcome to FloatLife Fest 7 back at Camp Grier! FLF7 will once again be hosting races on the amazing manicured single track and paved greenways of Ca…
Tue, Dec 31
Marion - New Year's Eve Gold Nugget Drop!
Tue, Dec 31, 2024 @ 7 PM — Wed, Jan 1, 2025 @ 12 AM
Sponsored by Marion Rotary Club, Celebrate New Year's Eve in Downtown. The event features a scavenger hunt, a costume contest, music for street…
Sat, Feb 1
2025 Chili-Cookoff!
Sat, Feb 1, 2025 3 PM - 6 PM
oin us for a sizzling good time at Mica Town Brewing's 2025 Chili Cook-off Contest. Whether you're a chili connoisseur or just love a good…
Sat, Mar 15
Low Country Boil at Roaming Buffalo Outpost
Sat, Mar 15, 2025 5 PM - 8 PM
March 15th 5-8pm at Roaming Buffalo Outpost, there will be a Low Country Boil! Tickets to this delicious event are $50 a person. Purchase your ticke…
Sat, Apr 19
Still Walkin live + Marion Jane IPA release + Ratoon CBD/THC-A onsite
Sat, Apr 19, 2025 2 PM - 10 PM
2025 Marion Jane IPA, Still Walkin', and CBD/THC-A all on the Saturday before 4/20? Yes please.We are proud to welcome back the great jam band S…
Fri, May 2
Date Night By Roaming Buffalo Outpost
Fri, May 2, 2025 5 PM - 9 PM
Join Roaming Buffalo Outpost for "Date Night" -They will have live music and food available for purchase! Roaming Buffalo Outpost will hav…
Sat, May 3
Marion Tailgate Market
Sat, May 3, 2025 @ 10 AM — Sat, May 24, 2025 @ 2 PM
Join us at the local Farmer’s Market in downtown Marion this season to connect with neighbors and shop with vendors selling local food, crafts, and m…
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