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The Simpsonville Farmers Market is an open-air market held on in-season Saturdays in the heart of downtown Simpsonville. Our vendors are local farmers and artisans, and unlike others in the area we plan and run our own market each year. We feature an array of products from the expected seasonal fruits and vegetables, to eggs and artisan cheeses, locally roasted coffee, eggs and meat, health and beauty care, and much more. What was a small affair in 2010 has now grown into a celebrated market known locally for its high quality and variety.
There is a lot to choose from, so make sure you bring your reusable shopping bags!
Innovation is a contact sport
On September 23, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency Greenville, a dynamic group of thought leaders is meeting at the InnoVenture Futures Festival to explore creating the future for ourselves, our organizations, and our region.
It’s a Festival, so we’ll connect over inspiring presentations, delicious food, and great music. We’ll explore combining our passions with our professions in the Jazz of Sales, Excelling at an Olympic Level, and the Dance of Bioengineering. Big organizations will present their innovation priority needs which are business development and job opportunities for others.
A networking lunch and a long networking break with an interesting technology demonstration will provide time for great connections to make attending the Festival worthwhile. We’ll end the evening with live music and beverages on Noma Square outside the Hyatt.
We’ll help optimize your networking by distributing free to those registered to attend the inaugural Carolina Crescent Smart Manufacturing Report documenting the needs and capabilities of 50+ manufacturers, logistics organizations, technology providers, colleges and universities, and economic and workforce development agencies.
We’ll set the foundation for a multi-day 2024 Festival of Festivals on the Canvas of Greenville with multiple events by numerous organizations tapping into our global relationships to “Bring the World to the Carolina Crescent.”
Your insights are valuable to us. We appreciate you joining us as we explore together how to predict our future by creating it.
Agenda
11:30
Registration and Networking
12:00
Networking Lunch & Music by John Sterling
12:45
Welcome & Introduction
12:50
Designing the 2024 Festival of Festivals on the Canvas of Greenville – VisitGreenvilleSC and InnoVenture
1:00
A Vision, a Purpose, and Someone to Lead
Smart Ecosystems – Brent Westmoreland, IT Director – Strategy, CyberSecurity, Innovation, BMW Information Technology Research Center
1:15
The Jazz of Sales – John Sterling, serial entrepreneur and Sales Mentor and Owner of theNoob School
1:30
Excelling at an Olympic Level – Dr. John Blackburn, USA Track and Field Hall of Fame Official and manufacturing expert
1:45
Carolina Crescent Consortium Introduction – John Warner, InnoVenture
1:50
Define What’s Essential
Smart Manufacturing Innovation Priorities
– ZF Group
– Robert Bosch
– Sonoco
– KEMET
– Arthrex
– BorgWarner
– CoLinx
– GSP Airport
3:10
Networking Break and Musical Performance
3:50
Developing our workforce: Greenville Tech, Florence Darlington Tech, Community Works, REEM, Greenville Workforce Dev Bd
4:10
Retaining College Graduates: CU-ICAR, Clemson Bioengineering, Upstate SC Alliance, GADC, Anderson Economic Development
4:30
Creating Your Future in the Age of AI
The Future of Smart Healthcare
– Dr. Bruce Gao, South Carolina SmartState Endowed Chair in Biofabrication Engineering
4:45
The Dance of Bioengineering
– Dr. Delphine Dean, Chair of the Clemson Department of Bioengineering
5:00
Enormous Opportunities in an AI-Powered World
– Jack Neil, MD and Founder/CEO of HANK.ai
5:15
AI Design of the 2024 Futures Festival
5:30
Closing Remarks
Fireforge’s 2023 Oktoberfest Weekend is September 22-24! Wear your leiderhosen and dirndl, or don a tasty pretzel necklace – and be ready for stein hoisting and live polka throughout the weekend!
Our Oktoberfest lager and other seasonal brews will be on tap, with commemorative mugs available for purchase. The Fireforge Kitchen is open all weekend with toasted pretzels and festy fare. Stay tuned for more details!
Live Music Schedule:
🥨 Friday, 9/22: Foothills Oompah Band (6-9 p.m.)
🥨 Saturday, 9/23: Randomonium (5-8 p.m.)
🥨 Sunday, 9/24: Foothills Oompah Band (2-5 p.m.)
This is a non-smoking and non-vaping event. We recommend pets stay at home for their safety and the safety of other guests.
It’s the ultimate trivia mashup: Quiz by Geeks Who Drink, fun & games by Dave & Buster’s. The ultimate trivia party is finally here. Geeks Who Drink and Dave & Buster’s have teamed up to bring you the Dave & Buster’s Trivai Show. It’s a whole new format that combinest he super-social Geeks Who Drink trivia night with all the frenetic game-show action you’d expect from Dave & Buster’s. Get ready for pop culture-centric trivia where winners receive Power Cards. In between rounds, join in on the physical challenge fun for bonus prizes – or just gawk at the people who do. All in all, it’s two hours and it’s free to play. No reservations needed, just show up! Teams can be up to six players, so bring your smartest friends (or some likable dummies)—or come solo. We can always help you join a team!
This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Jul 18, 2023 to Sep 26, 2023 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 7:30pm – 9:30pm EDT
Come out to New Groove and enjoy dinner and beer – then test your mental mettle with Fischer’s Trivia Extravaganza! General trivia with a Stupid Hard Question.
Weekly Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd – Quarterly Tournaments with Overall Winners and a Booby Prize for the frequent flier non-winner. 🍻
Make your Wednesday plan for Trivia with Fischer at New Groove in Boiling Springs, SC!
A festival to gather together as a community, celebrate the harvest season, celebrate our religious diversity, and for anyone just curious about what Paganism is.
There will be workshops, lectures, kids activities, drumming, music, and many vendor booths to shop at.
Our mission is to produce an event for the purpose of education, networking, and coming together in harmony. So, we can strive to dispel any erroneous misconceptions of Paganism.
The Simpsonville Farmers Market is an open-air market held on in-season Saturdays in the heart of downtown Simpsonville. Our vendors are local farmers and artisans, and unlike others in the area we plan and run our own market each year. We feature an array of products from the expected seasonal fruits and vegetables, to eggs and artisan cheeses, locally roasted coffee, eggs and meat, health and beauty care, and much more. What was a small affair in 2010 has now grown into a celebrated market known locally for its high quality and variety.
There is a lot to choose from, so make sure you bring your reusable shopping bags!
Come join us for this incredible event, Food, music, entertainment, activities, rides, face painters, 10 ft scarecrow, Vendors, much more.
AHAM, united for education for 25 years, proudly presents the Hispanic Heritage Festival. Don’t miss this amazing celebration of culture and community at the iconic Fluor Field at the West End on October 1 from 12 to 6 pm.
AHAM is a non-profit organization in the Upstate of SC whose mission is to increase the rate of Hispanic youth entering higher education through training, social management, the promotion of culture and the provision of scholarships in the South Carolina Upstate.
🎊 Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere, experience captivating performances, indulge in delicious cuisine, and embrace the rich traditions that define Hispanic heritage. 🌎
Discover the beauty of our diverse community and celebrate the achievements, art, music, and flavors that make Hispanic culture so special. 🎶
AHAM, unidos por la educación durante 25 años, presenta con orgullo el Festival de la Herencia Hispana. No te pierdas esta increíble celebración de cultura y comunidad en el icónico Fluor Field el 1 de octubre, de 12 a 18 horas.
🎊 Sumérgete en la vibrante atmósfera, disfruta de actuaciones cautivadoras, saborea deliciosa gastronomía y abraza las ricas tradiciones que definen la herencia hispana. 🌎
Descubre la belleza de nuestra diversa comunidad y celebra los logros, el arte, la música y los sabores que hacen que la cultura hispana sea tan especial. 🎶
Kevin Sorbo and Blind Joe to Headline Celebrate Liberty! Daytime convention with numerous experts and scholars and evening concerts to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of the Liberty Dollar (silver-backed private currency). Live and virtual stream tickets available now.
AHAM, united for education for 25 years, proudly presents the Hispanic Heritage Festival. Don’t miss this amazing celebration of culture and community at the iconic Fluor Field at the West End on October 1 from 12 to 6 pm.
🎊 Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere, experience captivating performances, indulge in delicious cuisine, and embrace the rich traditions that define Hispanic heritage. 🌎
Discover the beauty of our diverse community and celebrate the achievements, art, music, and flavors that make Hispanic culture so special. 🎶
AHAM, unidos por la educación durante 25 años, presenta con orgullo el Festival de la Herencia Hispana. No te pierdas esta increíble celebración de cultura y comunidad en el icónico Fluor Field el 1 de octubre, de 12 a 18 horas.
🎊 Sumérgete en la vibrante atmósfera, disfruta de actuaciones cautivadoras, saborea deliciosa gastronomía y abraza las ricas tradiciones que definen la herencia hispana. 🌎
Descubre la belleza de nuestra diversa comunidad y celebra los logros, el arte, la música y los sabores que hacen que la cultura hispana sea tan especial. 🎶
Join us for trivia night at The Warehouse at Midtown in Greenville.
Trivia runs from about 7-9pm and is free to play with prizes for the top teams.
The Warehouse at Midtown is a community venue located in Greenville off Laurens Rd. Its a food hall & brewery/bar (optional).
We’ll be there around 6:00/6:30 to grab a table and will post the exact location in the event chat.
Hope to see you there!
It’s the ultimate trivia mashup: Quiz by Geeks Who Drink, fun & games by Dave & Buster’s. The ultimate trivia party is finally here. Geeks Who Drink and Dave & Buster’s have teamed up to bring you the Dave & Buster’s Trivai Show. It’s a whole new format that combinest he super-social Geeks Who Drink trivia night with all the frenetic game-show action you’d expect from Dave & Buster’s. Get ready for pop culture-centric trivia where winners receive Power Cards. In between rounds, join in on the physical challenge fun for bonus prizes – or just gawk at the people who do. All in all, it’s two hours and it’s free to play. No reservations needed, just show up! Teams can be up to six players, so bring your smartest friends (or some likable dummies)—or come solo. We can always help you join a team!
This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Oct 3, 2023 to Dec 26, 2023 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 7:30pm – 9:30pm EDT
Come out to New Groove and enjoy dinner and beer – then test your mental mettle with Fischer’s Trivia Extravaganza! General trivia with a Stupid Hard Question.
Weekly Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd – Quarterly Tournaments with Overall Winners and a Booby Prize for the frequent flier non-winner. 🍻
Make your Wednesday plan for Trivia with Fischer at New Groove in Boiling Springs, SC!
Schedule of Events
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 – FREE EVENT!
3:15 PM – Plott-Tober Fest Opening Ceremony & Welcome
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Mike McLean – President, Haywood County Historical & Genealogical Society
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Richard Hurley – Emcee, Plott-Tober Fest
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FEATURED SPEAKERS:
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Pat Smathers – Cruso Fund
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Zeb Smathers – Mayor, Town of Canton
-
Jim Trantham – Mayor, Town of Clyde
-
Mike Eveland – Mayor, Town of Maggie Valley
-
Gary Caldwell – Mayor, Town of Waynesville
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Bob Plott – Our State Dog – The Plott Hound
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4:00 – 7 pm – Milltown Farmers Market
-
A collection of local farmers and artisans celebrating local food, music, and community
-
Music featuring the Steubenville Tootlers – The best German Band Music this side of
Frankfurt -
BearWaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
-
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 – HISTORY DAY – TICKETED EVENT
9:30 am – 8:30 pm – Ticket Sales at Main Entrance
10 am – 4 pm – German Roots Registration (HCH&GS & Canton Historical Museum Booth)
12 noon – 1 pm Plott Hound History – Bob Plott
1 pm – 3 pm Haywood County’s German Roots (Heritage Tent)
3 pm – 4 pm Kids Activities at Splash Pad
10 am – 4 pm Free Shuttle to the Museum of Haywood County History in Clyde for Free Exhibits
(Departs from Sorrells Street Park every hour from 10 am & last return to Sorrells Street Park at 4 pm)
Live Music:
10 am – 1 pm – The Steubenville Tootlers – The best German Band Music this side of Frankfurt
4 pm – 5 pm – Acoustic Songwriters: Beth Lee and Nick Dauphanais
5 pm – 6 pm – Acoustic Bluegrass: Brew Davis and Nick Dauphanais
6:30 pm – 7: 30 pm – Appalachian Heritage Music: William Ritter & Tim McWilliams
7:30 pm – The JackTown Ramblers – 4-piece American Bluegrass, Swing, & Gypsy Jazz band
10 am – 10 pm Food Trucks – Vendors – WNC Organizations
Bearwaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 – PLOTT FEST – TICKETED EVENT
9:00 am – 8:30 pm Ticket Sales at Main Entrance
Plott Fest:
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9 am – 11:30 am Dog Registration
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9:30 am – ONE DOG & TWO DOG MECHANICAL BEAR BAY
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10:30 am – 3 DOG MECHANICAL BEAR BAY
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11:30 am – COON TREEING EVENT
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12:30 pm – UKC BENCH SHOW
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3:30 pm – Plott Hound Roundtable hosted by Bob Plott
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4:30 pm – PRESENTATION OF AWARDS (METHVEN AWARD, R.H. PLOTT MEMORIAL AWARD, PERSON DOING MOST FOR PLOTT BREED AWARD, PLOTT PATRIOT AWARD) ON STAGE
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4:45 pm – Raffle Drawing
10 am – 4 pm Free Shuttle to the Museum of Haywood County History in Clyde for Free Exhibits(Departs from Sorrells Street Park every hour from 10 am & last return to Sorrells Street Park at 4 pm)
1 pm – 5 pm Kids Activities at Splash Pad
1 pm – 3 pm – Heritage Craft Demonstration Tents:
-
BLACKSMITHING – David Burnette
-
HIDE TANNING – Charles Brown
-
FLINTLOCK RIFLES – Dana Ballinger
Live Music & Dance:
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm – J. Creek Cloggers
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm – Daniel Johnston – Acoustic Music Songwriter
6:15 pm – 7: 00 pm Richard Hurley – Award Winning Singer/Songwriter
7:00 – An Evening of Bluegrass
with Darren Nicholson, Marc Pruett, Reed Jones, & Audie Blaylock
10 am – 10 pm Food Trucks – Vendors – WNC Organizations
Bearwaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 – FREE EVENT!
1:30 pm – 4 pm – Shaped Note Singing Demonstration
Morning Star United Methodist Church
2535 Dutch Cove Road
Canton, NC 28716
June Smathers Jolley & Friends will be singing from the Christian Harmony Songbook, published in 1873. Loaner books will be available for those who would like to learn to sing using the shaped-note system.
Moonshiners Reunion
The Moonshiners Reunion & Mountain Music Festival is ALWAYS held the first full weekend in October!
(Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
Dedicated to keeping the moonshining spirit alive, the Moonshiner’s Reunion is one of the Appalachian region’s most authentic annual folk music celebrations. The gates open at noon on Thursday. Check back here often for more details!
This event is the inspiration of musician Barney Barnwell, whose career path was as winding and steeped in local color as the Moonshiner’s trail leading to the copper pot corn whisky still. Listening to tales of the Moonshiners of the 30’s and 40’s, many of them relatives, Barney saluted these outlaws of yesteryear by writing and performing songs about their ways, myths, and unique contributions. Barnwell was also instrumental in getting South Carolina Educational Television to film a documentary on moonshining in the foothills, featuring none other than the Barnwell Clan. We are dedicated to keeping his memory, his music and his tales alive with this festival, so join us for a weekend you will never forget!
Plum Hollow Farm (also known as Woodstick), which lies near South Carolina’s “Dark Corners”, one of America’s moonshining hot spots, provides a unique and beautiful setting for the festival. A covered bandstand and gentle hillside sets the stage for laying on a quilt and getting comfortable when the music begins. Bring your lawn chair, your tent, your RV. Just remember no glass of any kind is allowed!
Want to know how to get to Plum Hollow? Click Here For Directions.
Camping
The surrounding woods are always popular for camping, whether it be an RV or a tepee, and everyone is encouraged to bring their instruments so they can join in the “all night pickin’” as in years past. Although we don’t have hook-ups we do have a shower house and camping is included in the price of the ticket. Absolutely NO pets of any kind, glass containers, 4/wheelers, modified golf carts, drones or fireworks allowed. Campsites are first come, first serve, except for Sponsors and Bands and some select spots at the “Top of the Hill”. If you are interested in a reserved campsite these must be paid in advance. Please call (864) 357-0222 or (864) 585-0780 for more information or to reserve your spot today! No one will be allowed into the festival until the gates open at noon on Thursday (except sponsors, bands or press).
No one will be allowed into the festival until the gates open at noon on Thursday, except sponsors and bands.
We also have rustic cabins for rent. Festival sponsors or bands have first choice but after that it’s a first come first serve basis. Some cabins will sleep 6 to a room, while other cabin suites include hand carved double beds and only sleep 2. Whether you are looking for privacy with a cabin suite or want to spend the weekend with a group in the regular cabins, each one rents for $100.00 per night and must be rented for all 3 nights. Please call (864) 357-0222 for availability. Also, see our media gallery for photos of the cabins.
Golf Carts
If anyone is interested in renting a golf cart for the Moonshiners Reunion, please contact Brittany at Golf Cart Services. Although we are not affiliated with them, they’re our official vendor of golf carts. PLEASE make sure you rent a cart with working lights. We do not allow golf carts to be used at night without working lights. Please call (864) 574-4616. Ext. 209
Vendors
The only vendors accepted at the Moonshiners Reunion are exhibitors/vendors of true Southern Heritage articles, such as broom making, wood carving, soap making, pottery, etc. These Folk artisans are strongly encouraged to bring their wares, and may set up and sell for $150.00 & the price of a gate ticket. Also must set up arrangements at least one week in advance.There are no electrical hookups for vendors so you must be self-contained. Vendors are allowed to set-up in the concert area if you wish, but you must be set-up before Thursday evening and plan on staying all weekend. No vehicles are allowed in or out of the concert area after the festival begins. If you are needing more details please feel free to call us at (864) 357-0222.
Tickets
Ticket price is per person and includes camping, parking and all concerts. Ticket prices are for all ages. Tickets may be purchased at the gate. Sponsors & Bands are welcome to come early any time the week of event. Just call in advance to let us know so we can arrange for someone to help you.
** NOTE: we do not manufacture, distribute or sell any alcohol (moonshine) at our venue
Once Again, we thank everyone who participates in making this such a memorable event. Where else can you enjoy moonshining folklore and great music while surrounded by great friends and the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Schedule of Events
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 – FREE EVENT!
3:15 PM – Plott-Tober Fest Opening Ceremony & Welcome
-
Mike McLean – President, Haywood County Historical & Genealogical Society
-
Richard Hurley – Emcee, Plott-Tober Fest
-
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
-
Pat Smathers – Cruso Fund
-
Zeb Smathers – Mayor, Town of Canton
-
Jim Trantham – Mayor, Town of Clyde
-
Mike Eveland – Mayor, Town of Maggie Valley
-
Gary Caldwell – Mayor, Town of Waynesville
-
Bob Plott – Our State Dog – The Plott Hound
-
4:00 – 7 pm – Milltown Farmers Market
-
A collection of local farmers and artisans celebrating local food, music, and community
-
Music featuring the Steubenville Tootlers – The best German Band Music this side of
Frankfurt -
BearWaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
-
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 – HISTORY DAY – TICKETED EVENT
9:30 am – 8:30 pm – Ticket Sales at Main Entrance
10 am – 4 pm – German Roots Registration (HCH&GS & Canton Historical Museum Booth)
12 noon – 1 pm Plott Hound History – Bob Plott
1 pm – 3 pm Haywood County’s German Roots (Heritage Tent)
3 pm – 4 pm Kids Activities at Splash Pad
10 am – 4 pm Free Shuttle to the Museum of Haywood County History in Clyde for Free Exhibits
(Departs from Sorrells Street Park every hour from 10 am & last return to Sorrells Street Park at 4 pm)
Live Music:
10 am – 1 pm – The Steubenville Tootlers – The best German Band Music this side of Frankfurt
4 pm – 5 pm – Acoustic Songwriters: Beth Lee and Nick Dauphanais
5 pm – 6 pm – Acoustic Bluegrass: Brew Davis and Nick Dauphanais
6:30 pm – 7: 30 pm – Appalachian Heritage Music: William Ritter & Tim McWilliams
7:30 pm – The JackTown Ramblers – 4-piece American Bluegrass, Swing, & Gypsy Jazz band
10 am – 10 pm Food Trucks – Vendors – WNC Organizations
Bearwaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 – PLOTT FEST – TICKETED EVENT
9:00 am – 8:30 pm Ticket Sales at Main Entrance
Plott Fest:
-
9 am – 11:30 am Dog Registration
-
9:30 am – ONE DOG & TWO DOG MECHANICAL BEAR BAY
-
10:30 am – 3 DOG MECHANICAL BEAR BAY
-
11:30 am – COON TREEING EVENT
-
12:30 pm – UKC BENCH SHOW
-
3:30 pm – Plott Hound Roundtable hosted by Bob Plott
-
4:30 pm – PRESENTATION OF AWARDS (METHVEN AWARD, R.H. PLOTT MEMORIAL AWARD, PERSON DOING MOST FOR PLOTT BREED AWARD, PLOTT PATRIOT AWARD) ON STAGE
-
4:45 pm – Raffle Drawing
10 am – 4 pm Free Shuttle to the Museum of Haywood County History in Clyde for Free Exhibits(Departs from Sorrells Street Park every hour from 10 am & last return to Sorrells Street Park at 4 pm)
1 pm – 5 pm Kids Activities at Splash Pad
1 pm – 3 pm – Heritage Craft Demonstration Tents:
-
BLACKSMITHING – David Burnette
-
HIDE TANNING – Charles Brown
-
FLINTLOCK RIFLES – Dana Ballinger
Live Music & Dance:
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm – J. Creek Cloggers
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm – Daniel Johnston – Acoustic Music Songwriter
6:15 pm – 7: 00 pm Richard Hurley – Award Winning Singer/Songwriter
7:00 – An Evening of Bluegrass
with Darren Nicholson, Marc Pruett, Reed Jones, & Audie Blaylock
10 am – 10 pm Food Trucks – Vendors – WNC Organizations
Bearwaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 – FREE EVENT!
1:30 pm – 4 pm – Shaped Note Singing Demonstration
Morning Star United Methodist Church
2535 Dutch Cove Road
Canton, NC 28716
June Smathers Jolley & Friends will be singing from the Christian Harmony Songbook, published in 1873. Loaner books will be available for those who would like to learn to sing using the shaped-note system.
Moonshiners Reunion
The Moonshiners Reunion & Mountain Music Festival is ALWAYS held the first full weekend in October!
(Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
Dedicated to keeping the moonshining spirit alive, the Moonshiner’s Reunion is one of the Appalachian region’s most authentic annual folk music celebrations. The gates open at noon on Thursday. Check back here often for more details!
This event is the inspiration of musician Barney Barnwell, whose career path was as winding and steeped in local color as the Moonshiner’s trail leading to the copper pot corn whisky still. Listening to tales of the Moonshiners of the 30’s and 40’s, many of them relatives, Barney saluted these outlaws of yesteryear by writing and performing songs about their ways, myths, and unique contributions. Barnwell was also instrumental in getting South Carolina Educational Television to film a documentary on moonshining in the foothills, featuring none other than the Barnwell Clan. We are dedicated to keeping his memory, his music and his tales alive with this festival, so join us for a weekend you will never forget!
Plum Hollow Farm (also known as Woodstick), which lies near South Carolina’s “Dark Corners”, one of America’s moonshining hot spots, provides a unique and beautiful setting for the festival. A covered bandstand and gentle hillside sets the stage for laying on a quilt and getting comfortable when the music begins. Bring your lawn chair, your tent, your RV. Just remember no glass of any kind is allowed!
Want to know how to get to Plum Hollow? Click Here For Directions.
Camping
The surrounding woods are always popular for camping, whether it be an RV or a tepee, and everyone is encouraged to bring their instruments so they can join in the “all night pickin’” as in years past. Although we don’t have hook-ups we do have a shower house and camping is included in the price of the ticket. Absolutely NO pets of any kind, glass containers, 4/wheelers, modified golf carts, drones or fireworks allowed. Campsites are first come, first serve, except for Sponsors and Bands and some select spots at the “Top of the Hill”. If you are interested in a reserved campsite these must be paid in advance. Please call (864) 357-0222 or (864) 585-0780 for more information or to reserve your spot today! No one will be allowed into the festival until the gates open at noon on Thursday (except sponsors, bands or press).
No one will be allowed into the festival until the gates open at noon on Thursday, except sponsors and bands.
We also have rustic cabins for rent. Festival sponsors or bands have first choice but after that it’s a first come first serve basis. Some cabins will sleep 6 to a room, while other cabin suites include hand carved double beds and only sleep 2. Whether you are looking for privacy with a cabin suite or want to spend the weekend with a group in the regular cabins, each one rents for $100.00 per night and must be rented for all 3 nights. Please call (864) 357-0222 for availability. Also, see our media gallery for photos of the cabins.
Golf Carts
If anyone is interested in renting a golf cart for the Moonshiners Reunion, please contact Brittany at Golf Cart Services. Although we are not affiliated with them, they’re our official vendor of golf carts. PLEASE make sure you rent a cart with working lights. We do not allow golf carts to be used at night without working lights. Please call (864) 574-4616. Ext. 209
Vendors
The only vendors accepted at the Moonshiners Reunion are exhibitors/vendors of true Southern Heritage articles, such as broom making, wood carving, soap making, pottery, etc. These Folk artisans are strongly encouraged to bring their wares, and may set up and sell for $150.00 & the price of a gate ticket. Also must set up arrangements at least one week in advance.There are no electrical hookups for vendors so you must be self-contained. Vendors are allowed to set-up in the concert area if you wish, but you must be set-up before Thursday evening and plan on staying all weekend. No vehicles are allowed in or out of the concert area after the festival begins. If you are needing more details please feel free to call us at (864) 357-0222.
Tickets
Ticket price is per person and includes camping, parking and all concerts. Ticket prices are for all ages. Tickets may be purchased at the gate. Sponsors & Bands are welcome to come early any time the week of event. Just call in advance to let us know so we can arrange for someone to help you.
** NOTE: we do not manufacture, distribute or sell any alcohol (moonshine) at our venue
Once Again, we thank everyone who participates in making this such a memorable event. Where else can you enjoy moonshining folklore and great music while surrounded by great friends and the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Schedule of Events
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 – FREE EVENT!
3:15 PM – Plott-Tober Fest Opening Ceremony & Welcome
-
Mike McLean – President, Haywood County Historical & Genealogical Society
-
Richard Hurley – Emcee, Plott-Tober Fest
-
FEATURED SPEAKERS:
-
Pat Smathers – Cruso Fund
-
Zeb Smathers – Mayor, Town of Canton
-
Jim Trantham – Mayor, Town of Clyde
-
Mike Eveland – Mayor, Town of Maggie Valley
-
Gary Caldwell – Mayor, Town of Waynesville
-
Bob Plott – Our State Dog – The Plott Hound
-
4:00 – 7 pm – Milltown Farmers Market
-
A collection of local farmers and artisans celebrating local food, music, and community
-
Music featuring the Steubenville Tootlers – The best German Band Music this side of
Frankfurt -
BearWaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
-
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 – HISTORY DAY – TICKETED EVENT
9:30 am – 8:30 pm – Ticket Sales at Main Entrance
10 am – 4 pm – German Roots Registration (HCH&GS & Canton Historical Museum Booth)
12 noon – 1 pm Plott Hound History – Bob Plott
1 pm – 3 pm Haywood County’s German Roots (Heritage Tent)
3 pm – 4 pm Kids Activities at Splash Pad
10 am – 4 pm Free Shuttle to the Museum of Haywood County History in Clyde for Free Exhibits
(Departs from Sorrells Street Park every hour from 10 am & last return to Sorrells Street Park at 4 pm)
Live Music:
10 am – 1 pm – The Steubenville Tootlers – The best German Band Music this side of Frankfurt
4 pm – 5 pm – Acoustic Songwriters: Beth Lee and Nick Dauphanais
5 pm – 6 pm – Acoustic Bluegrass: Brew Davis and Nick Dauphanais
6:30 pm – 7: 30 pm – Appalachian Heritage Music: William Ritter & Tim McWilliams
7:30 pm – The JackTown Ramblers – 4-piece American Bluegrass, Swing, & Gypsy Jazz band
10 am – 10 pm Food Trucks – Vendors – WNC Organizations
Bearwaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 – PLOTT FEST – TICKETED EVENT
9:00 am – 8:30 pm Ticket Sales at Main Entrance
Plott Fest:
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9 am – 11:30 am Dog Registration
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9:30 am – ONE DOG & TWO DOG MECHANICAL BEAR BAY
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10:30 am – 3 DOG MECHANICAL BEAR BAY
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11:30 am – COON TREEING EVENT
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12:30 pm – UKC BENCH SHOW
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3:30 pm – Plott Hound Roundtable hosted by Bob Plott
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4:30 pm – PRESENTATION OF AWARDS (METHVEN AWARD, R.H. PLOTT MEMORIAL AWARD, PERSON DOING MOST FOR PLOTT BREED AWARD, PLOTT PATRIOT AWARD) ON STAGE
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4:45 pm – Raffle Drawing
10 am – 4 pm Free Shuttle to the Museum of Haywood County History in Clyde for Free Exhibits(Departs from Sorrells Street Park every hour from 10 am & last return to Sorrells Street Park at 4 pm)
1 pm – 5 pm Kids Activities at Splash Pad
1 pm – 3 pm – Heritage Craft Demonstration Tents:
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BLACKSMITHING – David Burnette
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HIDE TANNING – Charles Brown
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FLINTLOCK RIFLES – Dana Ballinger
Live Music & Dance:
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm – J. Creek Cloggers
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm – Daniel Johnston – Acoustic Music Songwriter
6:15 pm – 7: 00 pm Richard Hurley – Award Winning Singer/Songwriter
7:00 – An Evening of Bluegrass
with Darren Nicholson, Marc Pruett, Reed Jones, & Audie Blaylock
10 am – 10 pm Food Trucks – Vendors – WNC Organizations
Bearwaters Brewery Celebrating Plott-Tober Fest with Dutch Cove Hefeweisen
Haus Heidelberg German Cuisine
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8 – FREE EVENT!
1:30 pm – 4 pm – Shaped Note Singing Demonstration
Morning Star United Methodist Church
2535 Dutch Cove Road
Canton, NC 28716
June Smathers Jolley & Friends will be singing from the Christian Harmony Songbook, published in 1873. Loaner books will be available for those who would like to learn to sing using the shaped-note system.
Moonshiners Reunion
The Moonshiners Reunion & Mountain Music Festival is ALWAYS held the first full weekend in October!
(Thursday, Friday, and Saturday)
Dedicated to keeping the moonshining spirit alive, the Moonshiner’s Reunion is one of the Appalachian region’s most authentic annual folk music celebrations. The gates open at noon on Thursday. Check back here often for more details!
This event is the inspiration of musician Barney Barnwell, whose career path was as winding and steeped in local color as the Moonshiner’s trail leading to the copper pot corn whisky still. Listening to tales of the Moonshiners of the 30’s and 40’s, many of them relatives, Barney saluted these outlaws of yesteryear by writing and performing songs about their ways, myths, and unique contributions. Barnwell was also instrumental in getting South Carolina Educational Television to film a documentary on moonshining in the foothills, featuring none other than the Barnwell Clan. We are dedicated to keeping his memory, his music and his tales alive with this festival, so join us for a weekend you will never forget!
Plum Hollow Farm (also known as Woodstick), which lies near South Carolina’s “Dark Corners”, one of America’s moonshining hot spots, provides a unique and beautiful setting for the festival. A covered bandstand and gentle hillside sets the stage for laying on a quilt and getting comfortable when the music begins. Bring your lawn chair, your tent, your RV. Just remember no glass of any kind is allowed!
Want to know how to get to Plum Hollow? Click Here For Directions.
Camping
The surrounding woods are always popular for camping, whether it be an RV or a tepee, and everyone is encouraged to bring their instruments so they can join in the “all night pickin’” as in years past. Although we don’t have hook-ups we do have a shower house and camping is included in the price of the ticket. Absolutely NO pets of any kind, glass containers, 4/wheelers, modified golf carts, drones or fireworks allowed. Campsites are first come, first serve, except for Sponsors and Bands and some select spots at the “Top of the Hill”. If you are interested in a reserved campsite these must be paid in advance. Please call (864) 357-0222 or (864) 585-0780 for more information or to reserve your spot today! No one will be allowed into the festival until the gates open at noon on Thursday (except sponsors, bands or press).
No one will be allowed into the festival until the gates open at noon on Thursday, except sponsors and bands.
We also have rustic cabins for rent. Festival sponsors or bands have first choice but after that it’s a first come first serve basis. Some cabins will sleep 6 to a room, while other cabin suites include hand carved double beds and only sleep 2. Whether you are looking for privacy with a cabin suite or want to spend the weekend with a group in the regular cabins, each one rents for $100.00 per night and must be rented for all 3 nights. Please call (864) 357-0222 for availability. Also, see our media gallery for photos of the cabins.
Golf Carts
If anyone is interested in renting a golf cart for the Moonshiners Reunion, please contact Brittany at Golf Cart Services. Although we are not affiliated with them, they’re our official vendor of golf carts. PLEASE make sure you rent a cart with working lights. We do not allow golf carts to be used at night without working lights. Please call (864) 574-4616. Ext. 209
Vendors
The only vendors accepted at the Moonshiners Reunion are exhibitors/vendors of true Southern Heritage articles, such as broom making, wood carving, soap making, pottery, etc. These Folk artisans are strongly encouraged to bring their wares, and may set up and sell for $150.00 & the price of a gate ticket. Also must set up arrangements at least one week in advance.There are no electrical hookups for vendors so you must be self-contained. Vendors are allowed to set-up in the concert area if you wish, but you must be set-up before Thursday evening and plan on staying all weekend. No vehicles are allowed in or out of the concert area after the festival begins. If you are needing more details please feel free to call us at (864) 357-0222.
Tickets
Ticket price is per person and includes camping, parking and all concerts. Ticket prices are for all ages. Tickets may be purchased at the gate. Sponsors & Bands are welcome to come early any time the week of event. Just call in advance to let us know so we can arrange for someone to help you.
** NOTE: we do not manufacture, distribute or sell any alcohol (moonshine) at our venue
Once Again, we thank everyone who participates in making this such a memorable event. Where else can you enjoy moonshining folklore and great music while surrounded by great friends and the Blue Ridge Mountains!