FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Discover your favorite ‘cue, listen to music along the coast or cool off at the NC Zoo. The right getaway is closer than you think in North Carolina.
Raleigh, N.C. - Here’s a taste of what North Carolina has to offer this summer. For a searchable database of statewide events go to VisitNC.com or call 1-800-VISIT NC (847-4862).
72nd Anniversary Season of The Lost Colony, Manteo
May – August, 2009
See an American original drama found only on Roanoke Island in North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Experience a 400-year-old mystery performed under a canopy of stars at Waterside Theatre. The Lost Colony is America’s oldest and longest running outdoor drama. www.thelostcolony.org 252-473-3414
American Dance Festival, Durham
June 11 – July 26, 2009
The American Dance Festival is the largest and most influential modern dance festival in the world, featuring more than a dozen modern dance companies. www.americandancefestival.org 919-684-6402
Livermush Festival, Marion
June 5, 2009
Enjoy a livermush cook-off, livermush haiku contest and livermush toss. Livermush costumes are encouraged, really. www.downtownmarion.org 828-652-2215
Big Rock Blue Marlin Fishing Tournament, Atlantic Beach
June 6 – 13, 2009
The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament is a Crystal Coast tradition fished by approximately 100 competitors. During this week-long event, visitors view the live weigh-ins, pig out at the pig pickin’, get down at the Captain’s Party and enjoy fireworks. www.thebigrock.com 252-247-3575
16th Annual Blue Ridge Barbecue Festival, Tryon
June 13 – 14, 2009
Pulled, chopped or sliced, any way you like it - you’ll find your favorite ‘cue at the Blue Ridge BBQ Festival. The Blue Ridge BBQ Festival is recognized as the Home of the North Carolina State Barbecue Championship by proclamation of the Governor of North Carolina and is considered one of the top five Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) - sanctioned BBQ competitions in the country. It’s also one of the country’s greenest barbecue festivals. www.blueridgebbqfestival.com 828-859-7427
"Horn in the West" Outdoor Drama, Boone
June 19 – August 15, 2009
Enjoy the compelling story of Daniel Boone and the intrepid settlers of America in their journey westward. Horn in the West is great entertainment to share with family in a beautiful outdoor theatre. www.horninthewest.com 828-264-2120
National Hollerin' Contest, Spivey’s Corner (25 miles northeast of Fayetteville)
June 20, 2009
Each third Saturday in June, people across North Carolina and the nation join to hear a bit of history at the National Hollerin’ Contest. Entertainers provide country, gospel and bluegrass music; enjoy exhibits, crafts and games. www.ibiblio.org/hollerin 910-567-2600
Eastern Music Festival, Greensboro
June 27 - August 1, 2009
More than 80 concerts and music-related events make this nationally recognized summer music festival one of North Carolina’s most popular events. Concerts feature both orchestral and chamber music, international artists and a broad range of alternative music. www.easternmusicfestival.org 336-333-7450
"Unto These Hills" Outdoor Drama, Cherokee
June 12 – August 29, 2009
On stage for more than 50 years, this spectacular outdoor drama portrays the history of the Cherokee Indians covering the period of 1540 up to and through the removal of all but a remnant to Indian Territory in Oklahoma in 1838. Nightly except Sundays. www.cherokee-nc.com 800-438-1601
54th Annual Grandfather Mountain Scottish Highland Games, Linville
July 9 – 12, 2009
Brawny athletes, delicate dancers, noisy bagpipe band parades, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular highland setting makes this colorful celebration of Scottish culture one of the best highland games in America. www.gmhg.org 828-733-1333
Folkmoot USA, Waynesville and Maggie Valley
July 16 - 26, 2009
Enjoy the touring performance of an international folk dance festival. In traditional costumes of their native countries, the dancers bring to the stage a unique window to the world beyond the mountains. www.folkmootusa.org 828-452-2997
Cape Fear Blues Festival, Wilmington
July 24 – 26, 2009
Come for a three-day celebration of blues music between the beautiful beaches of the Cape Fear Coast and the historic riverfront of downtown Wilmington. Events include a Blues Cruise, workshops, outdoor concert, live club shows and an all-day blues jam in the park. www.capefearblues.org 910-350-8822
82nd Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival, Asheville
July 30 – Aug 1, 2009
Join the nation’s longest running folk festival showcasing the best of the region’s traditional and old-time musicians, mountain dance groups, cloggers, ballad singers and storytellers. www.dwtheatre.com 828-257-4530
2009 U.S Kids Golf World Championship, Pinehurst
Aug 5 – 8, 2009
Witness the world’s largest golf tournament for kids 4 - 12 years of age at the 2009 U.S. Kids Golf World Championship. The championship attracted more than 950 players from throughout the U.S. and 30 foreign countries in 2008. Three courses at the Pinehurst Resort will be used for the competition, along with Mid Pines, Talamore, Longleaf, Little River and Midland Country Club. www.pinehurst.com 910-295-6811
ZooCool, Asheboro
Aug 8 – 9, 2009
The NC Zoo thinks ARCTIC. Enjoy cold treats along with the animals in the summer heat. The zoo's chimpanzees, gorillas, cougars and polar bear, along with other animals, will be given ice treats throughout the day as keepers give talks on how they keep the animals cool. www.nczoo.org 336-879-7000
Virginia Dare Faire, Manteo
Aug 18, 2009
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site celebrates Virginia Dares 422 birthday in 2009. Attend a full day of free activities for the family featuring make and take crafts, games, entertainment, activities and free cake and ice cream. Reserve your seats early for the evening performance of The Lost Colony that cameos infant actors as baby Virginia. www.thelostcolony.org 252-473-5772
North Carolina offers arts and culture, unique lodging, charming small towns and vibrant urban locations. Explore the highest peaks east of the Mississippi and 300 miles of pristine coastline at VisitNC.com or call 1-800 VISIT NC (847-4862).
###
Contact:
Susan Dosier
(704) 953-9408
sdosier@visitnc.com
Wit Tuttell
(919) 733-7420
wit@visitnc.com
