Come on out to the 28th year of the Greening Up the Mountain Festival in Sylva!

This beloved Appalachian heritage festival celebrating the arrival of spring and the spirit of Earth Day. Now in its 28th year, the event brings together traditional and modern Appalachian art, music, food, and craft beverages while highlighting the incredible talent of local makers and artisans.

Hosted in Historic Downtown Sylva, North Carolina, the festival draws crowds of more than 12,000 visitors and features around 150 vendor booths. Throughout the day, attendees can explore a wide range of handmade goods, enjoy delicious local food, listen to live music, and sample beverages from regional craft breweries. The festival also includes community events like a 5K run.

The celebration takes place along Main Street and in Bridge Park, making the whole downtown area part of the experience. If you’re attending, be sure to stop by and say hello!