Visit Highlands NC

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

☀️ Summer fun at the Highlands Nature Center starts Monday, June 1!

Join us each day of the week (closed Sundays) for free, family-friendly programs. From meeting live animals to exploring the Botanical Garden, there’s something new to discover every day this summer!

🐸 Mondays at 2:30 PM — Animal Encounter
📚 Tuesdays at 10:30 AM — Storytime
🌿 Wednesdays at 12:00 PM — Garden Tour (starting June 24)
🔎 Thursdays All Day — ecoEXPLORE CLUB
🐍 Fridays at 2:30 PM — Snake Feeding
🎨 Saturdays All Day — Craft in Nature

All programs are FREE and open to all ages. Drop in, explore, and connect with the natural world all summer long at the Highlands Nature Center!

https://highlandsbiological.org/nature-center

05/28/2026

Some trips just feel better when you have a place that feels like your own. 🏠

A porch for morning coffee. Room for everyone to gather. A quiet spot to come back to after waterfalls, shopping, dinner, and slow walks through town.

Highlands Vacation Rentals offers beautiful homes for couples, families, and groups looking for a comfortable place to stay in Highlands.

Find your Highlands home base:

highlandsmountainrentals.com
828-526-9999🏠

05/24/2026

Peak Experience is a family-owned business celebrating their 27th season in Highlands.

This gallery of fine American handcrafts and antiques offers a constantly changing and eclectic inventory including handmade pottery, glass, wood, hand dyed silk scarves and tops, leather purses and more. Any jewelry lover will appreciate the mix of estate jewelry and fine handcrafted jewelry featuring artists Suzy Landa and Alex Sepkus. 💎

Visit Peak Experience and explore 3 floors to discover that one-of-a-kind treasure for yourself or that special someone to value for years to come. Conveniently located 3 miles from Main Street Highlands at 2820 Dillard Road. While in the mountains, we invite you to stop and enjoy a Peak Experience of your own!

05/23/2026

A summer stay at Highland Peaks Retreat comes with plenty to enjoy ☀

Guests can relax by the river, take in the mountain views, unwind in the sauna, cool off with a cold plunge, and enjoy a peaceful escape surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains.⛰️

05/23/2026

Some date nights are easy to forget.

This one is not…🥂🤍

Highlander Mountain House’s Salon Series brings intimate fireside performances to the The Ruffed Grouse Tavern, where rotating singer-songwriters, a cozy setting, and a romantic Highlands evening come together in a way that feels especially memorable.✨

If you are planning to be in town on Saturday, May 30, 2026, stop by for their Bear Shadow After Party with Jeremy Ivey.🎶

Tickets available now.

05/22/2026

A little rain will not keep curious kids from exploring 🔎

At the Highlands Nature Center, curious kids can explore the creatures, textures, and other treasures that make the plateau so special. ✨

It is the perfect way to spend a rainy day. ☔️

Save this for you next family visit to Highlands! ⛰️

05/22/2026

Spring has arrived on the plateau 🌿

With the mountains in bloom and golden light settling over the ridgelines, it is a beautiful season to imagine life at a higher elevation.

christieshighlandscashiers helps clients explore luxury real estate across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau with local insight, refined guidance, and a deep appreciation for this remarkable mountain setting.

Learn more at highlandscashierscire.com ✨

05/21/2026

Take your next celebration up a notch! 🌮 ✨ HighlandsBurrito is bringing the flavor to wherever you're celebrating with a catering lineup made for gathering:

🌮 Build-your-own taco bars
🧀 Crowd-pleasing nacho bars
🍹 To-go margaritas and bar packages

From backyard birthdays to office fiestas, they've got everything you need to serve up something fresh, fun, and seriously delicious!