Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Aerial

Maggie Valley is in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. The Festival Grounds is leased by the Town of Maggie Valley as a venue for events, festivals and more. Over the years the venue has hosted a wide range of events from arts & craft festivals to major concerts. The events themselves are produced by individuals and organizations and the Town leases the venue. The festival grounds features a large covered stage, bathrooms, concession building, electrical and water hook-ups, easy access and ample parking.


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2024 Festival & Events

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January 27 Maggie Valley Ice Festival!

Part of NC Smokies Ice Fest Weekend held on Saturday from 4-9pm! There will be Ice Sculptures, Live Ice Carving, an Ice Slide, Warming Tent with s’more station and more! For tickets visit NC Smokies website here or call 828-944-0761. 

April 19 - 21 Annual Southeastern Mini Truckin' Nationals

Open car & truck show! Friday & Saturday 8am-5pm, Sunday 8am-2pm. Parts vendors, Food vendors, and DJ! Contact Jason @ Bell’s Rod Shop @ 865-742-7403, email minitruckinnats@gmail.com or visit http://www.minitruckinnats.com.

April 27 - 28 PlottFest

Concerts, Plott Dog competition Events, Historical Programs and Vendors, all celebrating the Plott Hound, our state dog.  For more information visit https://www.mountainmemoriesproductions.com/ or call 704-450-4157 

 

May 3 - 5 Thunder in the Smokies Spring Motorcycle Rally

Largest & Oldest Rally in Maggie Valley! Friday 11am-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm, Sunday 9am-3pm. Tour Rides, Vendors, Bike Show, Bike Games, Prizes, Concerts, Fire Dancers, the Latest Bikes & Products on display, Church Service, and more! www.ThunderInTheSmokies.com or call 828-246-2101.

May 11 - 12 Boho Hippie Fest

 Live Music, Performance Arts, Demonstrations, Great Vendors, Bounce Houses, Games, Food Trucks! For more information contact Hot Head Events 828-246-1978 or email hotheadevents@gmail.com. 

May 16 - 19 World Wide Beatbox Fest – New Event!

Live Performances; Solo, Duo & Crew, Loopstation Music, Great Vendors! Tents for all age competitors! For more information contact Tanner Boyd at 719-313-7420 or email house.of.ink.bbx@gmail.com. 

May 24 & 25 Four Wheel Drives in the valley/Rodz:Customs Swap Meet/SE Gas & Petroleum Expo

8am–6pm Friday, 8am-4pm Saturday. Ant make, model or year 4 wheel drive event swap meet and DJ. Call 423-608-4519, rodneybucknersrodshop@gmail.com for more information or visit https://www.surfboardpromotion.com

May 28 – June 1 Slingshots in the Smokies

Annual Slingshot Owners event! We will have Great Vendors, Installations & Competitions, Group Rides & Entertainment! This is the leading Slingshot Owners Event in the USA! For more information visit www.slingshotroadsters.com

June 7 & 8 WNC Jeep Fest

 All Jeep models welcome! There will be Vendors, Food Trucks, Guided Trail Rides and a Show & Shine competition. All ages welcome! Visit http://www.wncjeepfest.com/. Brought to you by WNC Jeepers. 

 

June 15 & 16 Maggie Valley Fly Fishing Festival

Trout Derby, Fly Fishing & Casting Instruction, Food vendors, Fly Fishing & NC Outdoor Vendors and Live Music! Visit https://www.maggievalleyflyshop.com/ for more information or call 828-476-6710. 

June 20 - 22 Maggie Valley Swap Meet/Camaro & Firebird Show/SE Gas and Petroleum Expo/Rodz and Customs

$5 Admission Daily for ages 13 & up; Open Thursday & Friday from 8am – 6pm, Saturday, 8am – 4pm. Call 423-608-4519 for more information or email rodneybucknersrodshop@gmail.com or visit www.surfboardpromotion.com.

June 28 - 30 Thunder in the Smokies Summer Motorcycle Rally

Largest & Oldest Rally in Maggie Valley! Friday 11am-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm, Sunday 9am-3pm. Tour Rides, Vendors, Bike Show, Bike Games, Prizes, Concerts, Fire Dancers, the Latest Bikes & Products on display, Church Service and more! www.ThunderInTheSmokies.com or call 828-246-2101.

July 4 Backyard Fourth! Our fireworks

will be held on THURSDAY evening! Come celebrate Independence Day at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds! Gates open at 6pm. Bring your Blanket, Chairs, Picnic Basket, Bubbles, Hula Hoops, Balls and Yard Games! This is an alcohol free event. Enjoy our great fireworks at dark! Visit https://maggievalleync.gov/ or call 828-926-0866 M-F 8am–5pm. Celebrate in Maggie Valley!

July 19 & 20 Southeastern Gas & Petroleum Expo / Moonshine Valley F-100s / Maggie Valley Swap Meet

8am–6pm Friday, 8am- 4pm Saturday. Old Gas Station Items, Old Pumps, Signs & Tags, Toys, Car Shows! Call 423-608-4519 or visit https://www.surfboardpromotion.com

July 26 – 27 HillBilly Jam

Open to the public 10am – 10pm both days! Music Festival with Crafts and Food Vendors. Moonshiners of the Discovery Channel, Car & Bike Show & More! Price of admission $10 per day. Visit www.thehillbillyjam.com or call Terry Frady 828-450-9795

August 17 Eurofest Maggie Valley

Eurofest Maggie Valley – All European Automotive Event! Automotive vendors and cars! For more information visit https://www.southeasteuromotorsports.com/ or email info@southeasteuromotorsports.com or call 919-616-2183. 

August 23 & 24 KKOA Icons of Hotrodding Festival

$10 spectator admission – open to 1969 and older hot-rod roadsters, pickups, coupes and sedans, and all kustomized cars and trucks, and kool cruisin’ chopped-top lead-sleds. Swap Meet and Vendors, Kool Games and Contests (slow drag races, koolest cruiser contest, mini Mercury treasure hunt, For more info visit http://kustomkempsofamerica.com/. 

 

September 6 - 8 Thunder in the Smokies Fall Motorcycle Rally

Largest & Oldest Rally in Maggie Valley! Friday 11am-11pm, Saturday 9am-11pm, Sunday 9am-3pm. Tour Rides, Vendors, Bike Show, Bike Games, Prizes, Concerts, Fire Dancers, the Latest Bikes & Products on display, Church Service and more! www.ThunderInTheSmokies.com or call 828-246-2101.

September 13 & 14 Vairs in the Valley

Show & Shine! Friday & Saturday with Parts Vendors, Food Trucks, and Live Band playing 50s and 60s music! Door prizes! For more information contact NC Mountain Corvairs @ 828-775-0487, email ncmountaincorvair@gmail.com or visit https://vairsinthevalley.com/ 

 

September 20 & 21 VWs in the Valley

Volkswagen Car Show & Swap Meet! Live DJ, Cash Prizes and Trophies! Open Friday 10am – 6pm, Saturday from 7am – 6pm. For more information contact Robert @ 276-620-1246, email eastwoodr@yahoo.com or visit www.vwaircooledassociation.com

September 26 – 28 Maggie Valley Swap Meet/Southeastern Gas & Petroleum Expo/C-10s in the Valley

$5 Admission Daily for ages 13 & up; Open Thursday & Friday from 8am – 6pm, Saturday 8am – 4pm. Contact Rodney @ 423-608-4519, email rodneybucknersrodshop@gmail.com or visit www.surfboardpromotion.com.

October 12 Smoky Mountains Bluegrass Festival! (Cancelled)

Saturday performance of bluegrass bands, music themed vendors, raffles, artist demonstrations and artwork, playground and local drinks and food! View details at https://haywoodarts.org/ or contact Tonya Harwood at 828-452-0593 or director@haywoodarts.org for more information. 

October 26 Screamfest – Halloween Festival!

 Live Music, Great Vendors, Halloween and Fall activities, Games, Food Trucks and Photo opportunities! Large Trick or Treat for kids! For more information contact Hot Head Events 828-246-1978 or email hotheadevents@gmail.com 

November 22-24 (New dates) Showdown in the Valley

 Open Car & Truck Show with parts vendors! This show is open to 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive trucks and a wide range of cars. For more information contact Shane Gentry @ 828-768-0402, email showdowninthevalley2022@gmail.com or visit http://www.showdowninthevalley.com. 

Events, times and dates are subject to change.