Farm & Food Agritourism nc
sowing the seeds of our future
Ground yourself in Haywood’s best farming experiences, where you can get hands-on with planting, picking and petting in fields stewarded over generations.
Farm to Table NC in haywood
From fields to forks
Taste the Haywood difference with locally-grown crops, pet a presidential alpaca, pick a basket of fresh flowers, and enjoy seasonal favorites like apple orchards on our family-owned farms.
From our pastures to your plate
Take part in Haywood’s farming tradition by visiting one of our farmers markets, farm-to-table establishments, or picking your own produce at places like the best apple orchards in NC.
Get to know the farmers behind your food at local farmers markets in Waynesville and Canton.
Savor the fresh flavors of the mountains at restaurants featuring ingredients from local farms.
All agritourism in Haywood County
Sep 15 → Nov 2Go With the Flow: Art ExhibitHaywood Handmade Gallery's "Go with the Flow" exhibit celebrates the beauty, power, and importance of Haywood County’s waterways. In partnership with Haywood Waterways, this exhibition invites artists to create works inspired by rivers, streams, and other bodies of water—both literally and metaphorically. From flowing currents to reflections on life’s journeys, the show highlights how waterways inspire creativity while raising awareness of the need to protect and conserve our local watershed. Pictured work is by Peter Brown.
Sep 16Fall Candle Making WorkshopDive into the season with this Fall candle making class by Fire on the Mountain Candle Company! Create your own seasonal scented candle in this 2 hour workshop. You will make a 10oz wood wick candle and take it home with you at the end of the event. This is an in-person event at Fire on the Mountain Candle Company. Purchase your ticket at the linked page.
Sep 17 → Oct 29Mill Town Farmers MarketHeld Thursdays from 4pm-7pm at the Sorrells Street Park in downtown Canton, the Mill Town Farmers Market celebrates Haywood County’s local farmers and artisans. Browse handcrafted wood carvings, metal work, and pottery to spruce up your living space, pamper yourself with botanical skincare and perfumes, and stock your pantry with locally grown produce, farm-fresh dairy, homemade jams, baked goods, and much more! Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and sip on a fresh lemonade while you browse.
Sep 17 → Sep 20Smoky Mountain Ukulele Zen RetreatExperience a weekend dedicated to music, mindfulness and the joy of community at the Smoky Mountain Ukulele Zen Retreat. World-renowned instructor Stu Fuchs will lead participants of all skill levels on an immersive experience to help them play with greater ease and deeper expression. Fuchs’ “ukulele zen” approach will help participants connect with their instrument in a way that nourishes their soul. Register for the retreat and purchase tickets to the concert at the linked page. Lodging packages on the Lake Junaluska campus are available!
Sep 17 → Nov 11Fee Free Day – Great Smoky Mountains National ParkNo parking pass is needed to park in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on these days. Hike your favorite trails, watch the wild elk in Cataloochee Valley, have a picnic with family and friends, and take in the Smoky Mountain views!
A little dirt never hurt
Happiness grows where you plant it, and lucky for you, Haywood County has plenty of seeds to go around. Stop by a farmers market, harvest festival, or tasting to celebrate the growing seasons of the North Carolina mountains.
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