Visit These 12 Incredible Charming Small Towns In North Carolina, One For Each Month Of The Year
From the icy mountaintops to historic districts and salty beaches, you’ll find something to celebrate in each of these 12 charming towns in North Carolina. The state is full of creative-minded and generous people who invent ways to captivate its residents and attract visitors while making their every day extraordinary. Each morning the world is new here so make a wish list and come and discover. While the options are endless, here is but a sampling of what you can expect from these lovely towns this year.
The Town of Cary's event page on its website is so full, it is difficult to choose which ones to enjoy.
Don't miss this holiday tradition, featuring hundreds of unforgettable lanterns for an incredible evening. Purchase tickets online.
North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival, 8005 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC 27518, USA
Check out the upcoming events.
The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Parrott's on Eleventh is an adored neighborhood restaurant located in the historic Phillips Bell house, offering southern hospitality, and an ever-changing menu with cuisine containing locally sourced ingredients.
Parrott's On Eleventh, 105 S 11th St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA
But that makes it the best time to go shelling when nobody else is around.
Atlantic Beach, NC, USA
This successful nonprofit endeavor has donated more than $550,000 over the past 12 years to Second Blessings Community Outreach,
Bread & Barley, and
Camp Albemarle.
Promise Land Market, 909-B Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA
To be sure, the Carrboro Annual Kite Fly at Hank Anderson Community Park, only two miles away in Chapel Hill, must be the most joyful event in the world, what with the spirited wind whipping you and your kite around.
Be there on March 12, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Henry Anderson III Community Park, 302 N Carolina Hwy 54 W, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
It is also part of Carborro's self-guided Historic Walking Tour.
East Main Street, E Main St, Carrboro, NC, USA
The staff's specialty is roasting coffee in small batches with care to bring out the best flavor. It also offers other exceptional drinks and treats.
Gray Squirrel Coffee Company, 360 E Main St STE 100, Carrboro, NC 27510, USA
Yes, there is nothing quite like a sunset in the springtime on Carolina Beach, just a hop, skip, and a jump from Wilmington.
Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Ave S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, USA
Events last from dawn to dusk, so put on some good walking shoes, sit back, and enjoy the festivities, especially the delightful flowers in bloom.
But don't be in a hurry as the line is very long waiting for these luscious gems.
Bring out your inner love child, and some crocheted or tie-dyed clothing for the Hippie Fest May 13 and 14.
Rowan County Fair, 1560 Julian Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146, USA
Visitation hours are daily from dawn to dusk.
Salisbury National Cemetery Annex, 501 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA
Make a reservation at Sabaidee Thai & Sushi Bar Restaurant.
Sabaidee Thai & Sushi, 2204 S Main St, Salisbury, NC 28147, USA
Did you know June is Lavendar season? Frogholler Lavender Farm celebrates during the two weeks when the blooms are at their best, June 7-26. Be there to pick the fragrant stems. And while you're there, sign up for a class to make your own wreath or wand. A special package is available with a meal on the evening of June 6.
FroghollerLavender farm, 1095 Joe Joyce Rd, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Ronni's Restaurant, 112 New Market, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Boneyard Archery Outdoor offers 3D season in the warmer months and there is also an indoor range.
Boneyard Archery Inc, 184 Old Covered Bridge Rd, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Peruse the shelves and come out with some cute trinkets for your home, or a much-deserved bicycle with a woven basket.
A Sweet Southern Mess Antique Mall, 210 E Murphy St, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Lake Junaluska’s annual Independence Day Celebration is an entire weekend of fun, including floating wish lanterns, concerts, and fireworks which begin at 9:30 p.m. on July 3.
Lake Junaluska Conference And Retreat Center, 91 N Lakeshore Dr, Waynesville, NC 28785, USA
Choose a spacious, full hook-up RV site, a log cabin, tent camping, and apartments. A meeting lodge is also available.
Lake Junaluska Campground, 50 Camp Adventure Dr, Waynesville, NC 28785, USA
Make your reservation soon, as that time of year is a very popular destination.
Lambuth Inn, 55 Lambuth Dr, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745, USA
This joyful adventure is definitely worth working into your day.
Maggie Valley Carpet Golf, 3054 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC 28751, USA
Three Trails Unit 3 is a two-bedroom cool space with a modern warehouse vibe located on Main Street in downtown Elkin.
This exciting event takes place Aug 4 and 5 at the Downtown Elkin Historic District.
This unique, Yadkin Valley winery offers wine produced from local juices and those from some of the best wine regions in the world.
Slightly Askew Winery, 913 N Bridge St, Elkin, NC 28621, USA
Wake up with a large country-fried steak, egg, and cheese biscuit from the Biscuit Co.
Biscuit Company, 151 Jordan Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
Millstone Creek Orchards is a gorgeous, 84-acre family orchard specializing in u-pick fruit, fresh-pressed cider, baked goods and outdoor adventures.
Millstone Creek Orchards, 506 Parks Crossroads Church Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
Magnolias On Main, 1521 Main St, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
The 127-acre reservoir and nine-acre park are a fisherman's dream, with boat launches, a bait shop, and jon boat rentals. Have a picnic at the shelters with tables and grills, enjoy the playground, and public restrooms are conveniently available.
Ramseur Lake, 549 Ramseur Lake Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
The stunning colors of this month are a draw from far and wide, especially to the charming town of Hendersonville.
Children can play games and make crafts, pet the farm animals, and everyone can take a wagon ride.
Historic Johnson Farm, 3346 Haywood Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28791, USA
While October is the month to participate in the scariness, this ghost tour is available year-round.
And better yet, find out about the figures who roam the curb market lot. This hour's tour will keep you captivated and holding tight to someone's hand.
Open for breakfast and lunch, Drip Coffee + Market will warm you up in the morning with some homemade cinnamon rolls with thick, creamy icing.
Warren County Courthouse, 109 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589, USA
New businesses are opening all the time, keeping the interesting history alive and well.
If you sew clothing, embroider, or make quilts, it has everything you need to complete those creative projects.
Quilt Lizzy, 132 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589, USA
The Dillsboro Lights & Luminaries event lights up the enchanted artisan village the first two weekends in December.
Dillsboro, NC 28779, USA
Dillsboro Chocolate Factory, 28 Church St, Dillsboro, NC 28725, USA
And they have more than beef, here. This yummy special is Seafood Scampi.
Did one of these 12 charming towns in North Carolina interest you? And here is a list of some beautiful rural towns in The Tar Heel State. If you have a favorite town that you like to visit, please tell us about it in the comments below.
Address: Historic Johnson Farm, 3346 Haywood Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28791, USA
Address: Slightly Askew Winery, 913 N Bridge St, Elkin, NC 28621, USA
Address: Promise Land Market, 909-B Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA
Address: Atlantic Beach, NC, USA
Address: Parrott's On Eleventh, 105 S 11th St, Morehead City, NC 28557, USA
Address: Henry Anderson III Community Park, 302 N Carolina Hwy 54 W, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Address: East Main Street, E Main St, Carrboro, NC, USA
Address: Gray Squirrel Coffee Company, 360 E Main St STE 100, Carrboro, NC 27510, USA
Address: Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Ave S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, USA
Address: Rowan County Fair, 1560 Julian Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146, USA
Address: Salisbury National Cemetery Annex, 501 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA
Address: Sabaidee Thai & Sushi, 2204 S Main St, Salisbury, NC 28147, USA
Address: FroghollerLavender farm, 1095 Joe Joyce Rd, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Address: Boneyard Archery Inc, 184 Old Covered Bridge Rd, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Address: Ronni's Restaurant, 112 New Market, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Address: A Sweet Southern Mess Antique Mall, 210 E Murphy St, Madison, NC 27025, USA
Address: Lake Junaluska Conference And Retreat Center, 91 N Lakeshore Dr, Waynesville, NC 28785, USA
Address: Lambuth Inn, 55 Lambuth Dr, Lake Junaluska, NC 28745, USA
Address: Lake Junaluska Campground, 50 Camp Adventure Dr, Waynesville, NC 28785, USA
Address: Maggie Valley Carpet Golf, 3054 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC 28751, USA
Address: Millstone Creek Orchards, 506 Parks Crossroads Church Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
Address: Ramseur Lake, 549 Ramseur Lake Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
Address: Magnolias On Main, 1521 Main St, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
Address: Biscuit Company, 151 Jordan Rd, Ramseur, NC 27316, USA
Address: Quilt Lizzy, 132 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589, USA
Address: Warren County Courthouse, 109 S Main St, Warrenton, NC 27589, USA
Address: Dillsboro, NC 28779, USA
Address: Dillsboro Chocolate Factory, 28 Church St, Dillsboro, NC 28725, USA
Address: North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival, 8005 Regency Pkwy, Cary, NC 27518, USA
Address: The Cary Theater, 122 E Chatham St, Cary, NC 27511, USA
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