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Haywood’s Historic Farmers Market invites everyone to experience local flavors and crafts every Saturday, April through December, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. This producer-only market showcases a variety of products sourced from Haywood and nearby counties, including fresh produce, meats, fish, eggs, honey, dairy, flowers, nursery plants, baked goods, preserves, and heritage crafts. Leashed dogs are welcome. Come enjoy a top-notch community gathering to support local producers and stock up on the finest items Haywood has to offer!

Haywood 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.

Take on the Papertown Trail Races for a scenic run through the mountains' best fall colors display at the beautiful Chestnut Mountain Nature Park! Run a 10K along the "short race" or challenge yourself to the longer 9-mile course. The Nature Park is a mixture of hard-packed mountain biking routes and narrower hiking trails. The top 10 male and female finishers will each receive a prize. Registration is required by October 8, 2026. Sign up to run at the linked page!

Mark your calendar for the 43rd Annual Church Street Art & Craft Show in Waynesville, one of the region’s largest and most beloved juried craft shows! Explore over 100 vendors of handmade art, jewelry, and crafts against the vibrant backdrop of the NC mountains' peak leaf season. Enjoy live Appalachian music, dance performances on two Main Street stages, bites from local food trucks, the community atmosphere at this historic event. Whether you're starting your holiday shopping or just looking for a great day out, the Church Street Art & Craft Show has something for everyone!

Craft a new signature scent for your space at Fire on the Mountain Candle Company’s fall-themed candle-making class, hosted at Frog Level Brewing Company! Sip on a craft brew while you customize a 10oz wood wick candle with your very own autumnal scent. The cost is $50/person. Reserve your spot at the linked page!