Watch plays and shows in this intimate professional theater in Banner Elk. Ensemble Stage presents a broad range of live theatrical presentations at an affordable price. Their Christmas Variety Show is especially fun. Located inside the historic Banner Elk School, just 2.5 miles from the main entrance of Sugar Mountain. For the latest list of Read More
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Provisions on Sugar
This favorite stop for both locals and tourists has something for everyone! Keely has a wide selection of locally, NC, and American made gifts, decor, natural health & wellness and unique food products (Moonshine Pickles are a fave!). While you’re there, enjoy one of 50 delicious snow cone flavors. Make it a Unicone (unicorn snow Read More
Replay Arcade
This modern arcade in downtown Banner Elk is fun for the entire family. Play a wide variety of games with many new and maybe even an old school one from back in the day. There is a hot dog bar with a menu of all different varieties and famous pizza from Sorrento’s next door. 140 Read More
Banner House Museum
See what life was like in the NC mountains during the 1800s. The Banner House was built in 1865 by one of Banner Elk’s founding fathers, Samuel Henry Banner. The museum displays artifacts including period furnishings, farm tools, hand-stitched quilts, vintage clothing, photographs and paintings. Open June-September. Go to their website. 7990 Hickory Nut Gap Read More
FORUM at Lees-McRae College
This summer concert and cultural series at nearby Lees-McRae College include a big variety of live music performances, lectures and more. The 16-week series is usually presented on Monday evenings. FORUM was organized in 1979 by a small group of summer residents for the purpose of bringing a stimulating series of cultural programs to the Read More
Lees-McRae College Summer Theatre
Lees-McRae College, located just 3 miles from Sugar Mountain, offers outstanding professional performances during summer months as part of their Summer Theatre season. They specialize in Broadway musicals, Golden Age classics to the newest shows, and ambitious original works. Their 150+ performers and production crew come from other college theatre programs across the country.
Apple Hill Alpaca Farm Tours
Take a guided educational tour of Apple Hill Farm, a mountaintop alpaca farm and store near Sugar Mountain. The walking tours let you get up close and personal with the alpacas, llamas, angora goats, guardian donkeys, dogs and other animals. Begin your tour at the Barn with convenient parking. A guide takes you on a Read More
Linville Caverns
Go underground and walk through Linville Caverns. Experienced guides take you into the subterranean world, giving you a history of the caverns and allowing you to view the stalactites, stalagmites and underground stream. Dress warmly since it stays a constant 52 degrees year round. Open year round. The 30-minute guided tour begins frequently throughout each Read More
Original Mast General Store
The original Mast General Store is not only a great place to shop, it’s a fun trip back in time. It’s only 10 miles from the entrance of Sugar Mountain in the scenic area of Valle Crucis. Find an amazing mix of modern goods combined with old-fashioned toys and candies that you haven’t seen in Read More
Sugar Creek Mining Company
Mine your own North Carolina gemstones – a perfect souvenir! Grab a bucket and their expert staff set you up on the outdoor flume line. No experience is needed – especially fun and educational for kids. They help you identify your gems too. If desired, their gem cutters will cut your rough gemstones and set Read More