Visit These 12 Incredible Charming Small Towns In North Carolina, One For Each Month Of The Year
By Carolyn Harmon|Published December 19, 2022
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Under Brown Mountain Lights the Beast of Blandenboro wanders this magical land where lighthouses shine on kingdoms only accessible by ferries. A Lost Colony of legends and pirates revealed in historical sites and majestic mountains with views that make us weep. The home of handmade sculptures and scrumptious cuisine. North Carolina leaves this long-time writer and artist breathless with endless surprises, including the unlikely warmth a winter walk on the beach can bring.
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. The mind-blowing North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival takes place in January.
2. February, Morehead City
Parrott's On Eleventh, 105 S 11th St, Morehead City, NC 28557, 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. And about two miles away, visit Atlantic Beach.
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3. March, Carrboro
Henry Anderson III Community Park, 302 N Carolina Hwy 54 W, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, 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.
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4. April, Wilmington
Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Ave S, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, 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.
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.
Wake up with a large country-fried steak, egg, and cheese biscuit from the Biscuit Co.
And it wouldn't be September without picking some crunchy apples at Millstone Creek Orchards
10. October, Hendersonville
Historic Johnson Farm, 3346 Haywood Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28791, USA
A Farm Fun Day will take place this month at the Historic Johnson Farm. Children can play games and make crafts, pet the farm animals, and everyone can take a wagon ride.
Look for the Lady on the Courthouse balcony, and learn about the unsolved triple homicide at Haunts of Hendo.
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. Before you leave, Quilt Lizzy is worth visiting to see the vast inventory and helpful staff.
The Dillsboro Lights & Luminaries event lights up the enchanted artisan village the first two weekends in December. More than 2,500 candles line the streets in white bags.