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LESS THAN TWO WEEKS UNTIL THE WALL THAT HEALS ARRIVES IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY! 🔗 More information: bit.ly/48bht0N #TheWallThatHeals #RutherfordCountyNC #HonorOurVeterans #VietnamVeterans #VisitNC #RememberAndHonor

Downtown Rutherfordton is full of seasonal charm and ready to welcome you! 👻 And don't miss Trick or Treat on Main on October 30th from 4–6 PM! 🍁Plan your fall visit to Rutherfordton at the link below! bit.ly/3TNLo8b

🎃👻 Spooky season is taking over Lake Lure, Chimney Rock & the Blue Ridge Foothills! 👻 Get your costumes ready and make your Halloween plans! Visit the link below to explore the full list of upcoming events and learn more! bit.ly/49t845R

🎃👻 Spooky season is still in full swing at Chimney Rock Smokehouse, where vintage Halloween décor, eerie ambiance, themed craft cocktails and delicious BBQ are waiting for you! 🕸️🍸 The Haunting disappears after October 31st, so make your way to Chimney Rock before it's gone!

A new chapter for Ellenboro is officially OPEN! 🎉🌳 On October 8th, the community came together to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Colfax Cotton Gin Park! 📍 Colfax Cotton Gin Park is NOW OPEN on Main Street in Ellenboro!

🇺🇸 RUTHERFORD COUNTY, LET'S GIVE THE WALL THAT HEALS A WELCOME TO REMEMBER! 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 THE WALL THAT HEALS 📍 Isothermal Community College | Spindale, NC 📅 November 12–15, 2026 👉 Learn more: bit.ly/48bht0N

A beautiful new public art installation is now on display in Chimney Rock Village! Created by UNC Charlotte students, “The Rise” honors the resilience, strength and spirit of a community that continues to move forward following Hurricane Helene.

🍁 Peak Week is almost here, and the mountains are calling! Fall colors are expected to be at their best October 26th through November 7th in Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills! 🍁 Start planning your fall adventure at the link below! bit.ly/48CF6P6

Today is about more than trails. It’s about getting outside, slowing down, and appreciating the incredible places we get to explore right here in the Blue Ridge Foothills. Happy Great Trails State Day from Lake Lure, Chimney Rock & the Blue Ridge Foothills!

Bubba O'Leary's General Store is a must-visit in Chimney Rock! From outdoor gear and apparel to penny candy, ten-cent coffee and a good old-fashioned game of checkers, this local favorite has something for everyone!

Our latest guide, A Little Boo in the Blue Ridge, is your go-to for exploring haunted history, local folklore and Halloween fun throughout the Foothills! 👻 Read the full guide at the link below! bit.ly/4hJvTuU #LakeLureNC #ChimneyRockNC #BlueRidgeFoothills

Happy National Dessert Day! 🍦🍪🍰 Looking for even more sweet spots? Visit the link below to discover where to get your dessert fix throughout Rutherford County! bit.ly/3W1r3R9 💕 Tell us your favorite local spot to satisfy your sweet tooth in the comments below!

Celebrate Great Trails State Day with a hike and a little behind-the-scenes adventure! 🥾🍂 📅 Saturday, October 17th ⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM 📍 Village Boulders Trail, Chimney Rock 🥾 Strenuous hike with significant elevation gain. 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/4jDPVbJ

🥾🌲 Great Trails State Day is just 5 days away! Great Trails State Day is your invitation to get outside, try a new trail, give back, learn something new—and experience the Blue Ridge Foothills from morning until well after dark. 🥾 Saturday, October 17th #GreatTrailsStateDay

All month long, Chimney Rock Smokehouse is bringing The Haunting on Main Street to life with a Halloween cocktail pop-up that's part haunted house! 🕸️ The Haunting is here through October 31st, so add a little fright to your next fall visit to Chimney Rock. Come if you dare! 🦇

A DAM good way to celebrate 100 years! In honor of the Lake Lure Dam’s 100th Anniversary, a special limited-edition Dam Bourbon has been created in partnership with Elijah Craig! 🥃 Limited release, while supplies last 🥃 One bottle per household 📍 Town of Lake Lure ABC Store

Ever wondered what goes into a bottle of locally crafted whisky? 🥃 Head to Bostic, NC and step inside Blue Ridge Distilling Company to experience Defiant Whisky from grain to glass. Visit the link below to book your tour and tasting! bit.ly/4eq9PC4

🥾 Going for a hike? You might as well WIN something while you’re out there! 🌲🏆 🧢 The first 15 participants to complete and submit their Scavenger Hunt will receive a Find Your Trail hat! Deadline: October 19th | Winners selected October 20th 🏆

October is Great Trails State Month, and the next couple of weeks are packed with ways to get outside and explore Rutherford County! 🍂🥾🚲 Find more details and plan your Great Trails State Month adventures at the link below! bit.ly/3Vnxy0k

Peak Week is expected October 26th through November 7th, making now the perfect time to start planning your fall getaway to Chimney Rock, Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills! 🍁 Plan your fall trip at the link below! bit.ly/48CF6P6 #BlueRidgeFoothills #FallInNC