Folk School 50th Annual Fall Festival

Saturday, October 3, 10am – Sunday, October 4, 2026, 5pm

The Folk School Fall Festival returns this year on October 3 and 4, bringing more than 13,000 visitors from across the Southern Appalachian region to celebrate the spirit of community and creativity.

The festival will feature three outdoor vendor areas–both juried and non-juried–set against the backdrop of the Folk School’s 270-acre campus. This year, enjoy 240 craft vendors, 27 food vendors, and nearly 75 makers demonstrating traditional and contemporary crafts across multiple locations. Two music and dance stages will showcase dozens of local and regional performers.

Tickets purchased in advance are $12 for adults (18 and up), $10 for ages 12-17, Seniors (65+), and veterans and free for children 12 and under. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the festival gates. Gate admission tickets are $15 for adults (18 and up), $12 for ages 12-17, Seniors (65+), and veterans, and free for children 12 and under.

Fall Festival commemorative t-shirts and items will be available to purchase from the school’s Craft Shop during the event.

Audience: Faculty & Staff, General Public, Student
Cost: 12
Folk School Locations: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902
More info: www.folkschool.org…

Forge After Dark: Blacksmithing Evening Event

Friday, November 6, 2026, 6 – 10pm

Join us for Forge After Dark

Get ready for a night of magic and blacksmithing at Forge After Dark!

Watch Master Blacksmiths at Work
Live Music
Live Blacksmithing Demos
Family-Friendly Fun
Sip on Hot Chocolate and Cider
See Auction Prep in Action

It's an event the whole family can enjoy. So mark your calendar and let's gather for a night of enchantment and community. See you there!

Audience: Faculty & Staff, General Public, Student
Cost: Free
Folk School Locations: Clay Spencer Blacksmith Shop: John C. Campbell Folk School, One Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902
More info: www.folkschool.org…

John C. Campbell Folk School Events 100 Year Anniversary

Folk School 50th Annual Fall Festival

Forge After Dark: Blacksmithing Evening Event