Plan Your Spring Getaway
Highlands is one of those places where spring weekends fill up fast . Between music festivals, food and fashion events, classic cars and mountaintop art, hotel rooms and vacation rentals are in high…
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New Year's Eve Stays
For New Year’s in Highlands, you are spoiled for choice. Think intimate mountain town with twinkling lights, cozy fireplaces and standout dining rather than a giant city fireworks show. Use this guide…
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The Wonder of Winter Waterfalls
NC State Extension highlights that winter landscapes offer a powerful way to lower stress, anxiety, and depression while improving sleep and overall well being, even on cold, winter days. A short walk…
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Local Holiday Gift Guide
Named by USA Today as one of the best small towns for shopping, Highlands makes it easy to find the perfect holiday gift. This year, every gift you buy works twice : once for someone you love and once…
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Support Highlands Non-Profits this Giving Tuesday
Why Give This Giving Tuesday Giving Tuesday is a chance to lift up the small, local organizations that make Highlands–Cashiers and surrounding communities better — protecting the land, supporting…
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A Full Day of Holiday Magic
Step into the spirit of the holidays during the Small Business Saturday Holiday Stroll on November 29. This family-friendly day invites visitors to shop local, enjoy live music, glide on the…
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Thanksgiving in Highlands: Dine-In or Take-Out
Gather in Highlands, NC for a Thanksgiving you don’t have to cook. From cozy dining rooms to ready-to-heat feasts for pickup, the Highlands culinary scene is ready to serve! Where to dine on…
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Your Guide to the Holidays in Highlands
Spending winter in Highlands feels like stepping into a holiday movie. Picture a small town with Christmas lights, decorated storefronts, cozy restaurants, welcoming hotels, and friendly faces. The…
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Spooky Highlands
October in Highlands blends family fun, autumn beauty, and a touch of mountain mystery. Spooky season here is filled with unforgettable events and folklore. Enchanted Forest On October 26, the…
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Highlands: A Culinary Destination
Highlands is fast becoming a regional hub for food lovers, and the Highlands Food & Wine Festival proves it. This year’s 10th-anniversary edition, November 13–16, 2025, blends headliner concerts with…
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