April 14th, 2012: Race begins at 9:00am
The Assault on the Carolinas is the annual fundraiser for the Pisgah Forest Rotary Club. They offer a 100K, 60K, and 40K rides. The 100K goes through North Carolina and South Carolina mountains and valleys. This is a fully supported ride with 4 well-stocked rest stops, and a challenging 6 mile climb up Ceasar’s Head. The 60 and 40K go through the river valleys of scenic Transylvania County.
Go Nuts at Brevard’s White Squirrel Festival – Memorial Day Weekend (May 26-27, 2012). Vendor applications ready mid February.
Voted one of the Southeast Tourism Society’s Top 20 Events in May 2009, White Squirrel Festival is host to an opening “Memorial Day Parade,” 5K/10K foot race, White Squirrel Photo Contest, guided tours, and plenty of nutty fun for the entire family.
You won’t want to miss the 14 free, live concerts – headlined this past year by Acoustic Syndicate, Sol Driven Train, Jill Andrews, and Town Mountain!
6th Annual Squirrel Box Derby – May 26-27, 2012 (Races begin at 1:30pm). Derby applications ready mid February.
This gravity race is the only legal opportunity in Brevard where you can try to break the speed limit down Jailhouse Hill! All vehicles are hand built and decorated to please the crowd, as well as designed for speed. Contestants compete for trophies. In addition, businesses fight to win the cherished Golden Nut Trophy!
Come catch the hometown spirit – Both our Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks Show will take place on Wednesday, July 4th, 2012! Vendor applications ready mid April.
Activities include: 5K/10K Firecracker Run, Fine Arts & Craft Showcase, Classic Automobile Show, Old Time Fair, day-long music, Kids’ Bike Parade, inflatables, face painting, children’s activities and end the day with the wonderful July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza!
September 17 – 22, 2012
~ 5 Days, 195 Miles, 28,000+ ft of Elevation Gain!
Have you ever wondered what it is like to Race in a Grand Tour? Let us take you on a tour of all the classic trails in Pisgah National Forest. Mountain bike through rhododendron tunnel trails you’ve only seen in magazines. Shoot hair raising descents over rocks and roots clinging to the mountain side. Feel the cool mountain air as you line up against some of the best riders in the country. Share stories of the day with your new comrades as you recover and prepare for the next day’s adventure.
Halloweenfest in Transylvania County ~ October 27, 2012 (10:00am – 6:00pm). Vendor applications ready mid August.
Pumpkin Bowling, Spooky Hay Maze, Ghoulish Golf, The Great Pumpkin Roll, Flight of the Vampire 5K Race, Cookie Decorating, Downtown Trick or Treat, Costume Contest, Face & Hair Painting!
Why wouldn’t you want to celebrate Halloween in Tran-syl-VA-nia county??! Even Count Dracula comes for blood…make us your Halloween destination!
The 17th Annual Old Time Music Competition will be held again this year during Halloweenfest. Applications ready early October.
No festival would be complete without music. And Brevard offers some of the best in mountain music when the downtown hosts the Old Time Music Competition. This competition attracts musicians as far as Florida who come not only to compete, but to share with their fellow musicians a musical form that will not be forgotten. Musicians can compete in several categories!
The 25th Annual Twilight Tour is scheduled for December 1, 2012
Our annual holiday season event is currently being planned. Check back later for details.
Twilight Tour “Christmas by the Campfire” December 5, 2009 4:00-8:00pm On Dec. 5th, the downtown streets of Brevard will be transformed into a magical world of holiday cheer during the Heart of Brevard’s 22nd Annual Twilight Tour. Twilight Tour takes a turn back in time…join us this year for a “Christmas by the Campfire”…celebrating mountain Read more...
14th Annual Old Time Music Competition Saturday, October 31st 10:30am – 6:00pm Courthouse Gazebo (East Main Street) No festival would be complete without music. And Brevard offers some of the best in mountain music when the downtown hosts the Old Time Music Competition. Now in its 14th year, this competition attracts musicians as far as Read more...
