Music & Entertainment
Carolina Nights Dinner Theater: Located in the heart of Maggie Valley, Carolina Nights Dinner Theater brings the charm of the Smokies to the stage, delighting crowds with top-notch song, dance and comedy. Dinner, prepared by the in-house chef, is served cafeteria-style. After going through 
the line, we take over because you will be enjoying our pre-show entertainment during your meal. Dinner consists of a delicious entrée and potato, served with vegetable, roll and butter, beverage, and a dessert. "Sound Off!"—the theater's current show—is a lively presentation that highlights the styles of entertainment that have been presented to our military during times of combat, courtesy of the USO, from WWII to Korea to Vietnam and even Iraq. 828-926-8822. 3732 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751.
the line, we take over because you will be enjoying our pre-show entertainment during your meal. Dinner consists of a delicious entrée and potato, served with vegetable, roll and butter, beverage, and a dessert. "Sound Off!"—the theater's current show—is a lively presentation that highlights the styles of entertainment that have been presented to our military during times of combat, courtesy of the USO, from WWII to Korea to Vietnam and even Iraq. 828-926-8822. 3732 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751.Colonial Theatre: Opened in 1932, the Colonial Theatre—located on Park Street in downtown Canton—was the first theatre in the Town of Canton built specifically to house a modern motion picture facility and served as a central focus of the Town's social life through the 1960s. Today, after several renovations, the 300-seat theater is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and functions as a fully equipped theatrical, movie, meeting and conference facility. 828-648-2363. 53 Park Street, Canton, NC 28716.
Eaglenest Entertainment: Eaglenest is one of the newest and best music concert venue in Western North Carolina, offering the very best in musical entertainment with nationally prominent musicians performing bluegrass, country, pop, oldies, gospel, and Christian music as well as comedy and variety shows. The 800-seat theater is equipped with the latest sound and lighting technologies. There is also a large outdoor amphitheater area. 
(The facilities are also available to lease for any appropriate production, theatrical, musical, instructional as well as corporate meetings and special events, government meetings, training seminars and recording sessions.) 828-926-9658. 2701 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751.
(The facilities are also available to lease for any appropriate production, theatrical, musical, instructional as well as corporate meetings and special events, government meetings, training seminars and recording sessions.) 828-926-9658. 2701 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751.Haywood Arts Regional Theatre: The Haywood Arts Regional Theatre, founded in 1985, is a volunteer-based community theatre showcasing the talents of the people of the region. HART has grown into one of the most active theatres in the Southeast, producing a year-round schedule of plays and musicals from its home, The Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, which opened in 1997. HART's home is a stunning facility constructed in the style of the traditional Summer Stock playhouses of the 1920s and is both grand and informal. The 2008 "Main Stage" productions—in James Auditorium, a 255-seat traditional proscenium space that operates April through November—include "Bat Boy: The Musical," "On Golden Pond," "Kiss Me Kate," "The Last Night of Ballyhoo," and more. In the winter, productions shift to the 75-seat Feichter Studio Theatre for a second season of more experimental work. 828-456-6322. 250 Pigeon Street, Waynesville, NC 28786.
Maggie Valley Opry House: 
Come to the home of Raymond Fairchild—the five-time world banjo champion. Since 1988, Raymond and Shirley Fairchild have been operating the Maggie Valley Opry House, which features some of the best bluegrass and mountain music in the region. Raymond, a world-renowned picker himself, is a featured performer (when he's not traveling to festivals throughout the country). The Maggie Valley Opry House—a handsome but modest building set back from the road with a seating capacity of 300—is sure to delight those looking to enjoy the music of the mountains and the cultural heritage of Appalachia. 828-648-7941. 3605 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751.
Come to the home of Raymond Fairchild—the five-time world banjo champion. Since 1988, Raymond and Shirley Fairchild have been operating the Maggie Valley Opry House, which features some of the best bluegrass and mountain music in the region. Raymond, a world-renowned picker himself, is a featured performer (when he's not traveling to festivals throughout the country). The Maggie Valley Opry House—a handsome but modest building set back from the road with a seating capacity of 300—is sure to delight those looking to enjoy the music of the mountains and the cultural heritage of Appalachia. 828-648-7941. 3605 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751.Other venues, restaurants and bars that offer live music, dancing and other entertainment include:
- Stompin' Ground (home to America's Clogging Hall of Fame), 828-926-1288;
- Becky & Jamie's Water'n Hole, 828-456-4750;
- Diamond K Dance Ranch, 828-926-7735;
- Headlights Bar & Grill, 828-400-0382
- The Mountaineer Restaurant, 828-926-1730;
- O'Malley's on Main, 828-452-4228;
- Pasquale's Pizzera, 828-454-5002;
- Pheasant Hill, 828-456-1796.
Folkmoot USA: Folkmoot USA, North Carolina's Official International Festival, is a two-week celebration of the world's cultural heritage through folk music and dance. Held each summer across the beautiful mountains of Western North 
Carolina, Folkmoot features performances, parades and workshops by more than 350 performers from a dozen or so countries. Performers demonstrate cultural heritage through colorful, authentic and original reproduction costumes, lively dance and beautiful music. During its 25-year history, over 200 folk groups from more than 100 countries have shared their heritage and culture at Folkmoot USA. July 14-27, 2008. 877-FOLK-USA. 828-452-2997.
Throughout the year, Haywood County hosts scores of Events & Festivals—from the Smoky Mountain Folk Festival to vintage car shows and motorcycle rallies to festivals celebrating arts and crafts, apples and BBQ! Check out the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and the Haywood County Fairgrounds for a variety of music and entertainment while visiting the area.
Carolina, Folkmoot features performances, parades and workshops by more than 350 performers from a dozen or so countries. Performers demonstrate cultural heritage through colorful, authentic and original reproduction costumes, lively dance and beautiful music. During its 25-year history, over 200 folk groups from more than 100 countries have shared their heritage and culture at Folkmoot USA. July 14-27, 2008. 877-FOLK-USA. 828-452-2997. Throughout the year, Haywood County hosts scores of Events & Festivals—from the Smoky Mountain Folk Festival to vintage car shows and motorcycle rallies to festivals celebrating arts and crafts, apples and BBQ! Check out the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and the Haywood County Fairgrounds for a variety of music and entertainment while visiting the area.
Old Pressley Sapphire Mine: Visit the "Birthplace of the Largest Blue Star Sapphires." Sapphires are found inside the feldspar taken from the mine area. The feldspar is white to beige in color with spots of shiny mica appearing on the outside. Watch carefully as you wash the stones in the flume. You just might be lucky enough to discover a valuable gem. This is, after all, the ore where "The Star of the Carolinas" (1,445 carats), which was featured in the Guiness Book of World Records, and "The Southern Star" (1,035 carats) were unearthed! 828-648-6320. 240 Pressley Mine Road, Canton, NC 28716.
