
Sourwood Festival
Downtown Black Mountain fills with artisan booths, local makers, and festival food alongside outdoor performances and pop-up activities. A lively summer street-festival atmosphere geared for all ages, browsing, and community hangouts.
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Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.

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