The 77th Annual North Carolina Rhododendron Festival returns to the tiny town of Bakersville June 21-22, 2024 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM. Drawing thousands of visitors, this creekside craft fair features dozens of artists and a section of community booths with live music. Other highlights include:
- NC Rhododendron Pageant at Bowman Middle School on Friday and Saturday night
- Rhododendron Car Show: on Saturday at Bowman Middle School football field from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.
- Ducky Derby: On Saturday along the Creek Walk, watch and cheer on your own as thousands of ducks race down Cane Creek in this fundraiser. Tickets are available during the Street Fair.
- Rhododendron 10K Run: Race begins Saturday at 8:30 AM.
To see the famous blooms, drive the 12.8-mile NC 261 for a scenic drive that climbs 3,000 feet in elevation to Roan Mountain.
