Smokies Adventure

Maggie Valley Summer Arts And Crafts Festival
2022-07-09 - 2022-07-10 | Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3422 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC, 28751, United States
Maggie Valley’s largest gathering of artisans and crafters come together to sell their handmade treasures. Artisans from all over the Southeast will be in attendance. Chainsaw art demonstrations and lots of festival food.
Seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, wooden bowls, furniture, jewelry, goat milk soaps and more will be featured at the event. “There really is something for everyone, from the most affordable handicrafts, to the more expensive museum quality items,” says Teresa Smith, promoter of the event. “Even if you don’t plan on buying anything, its fun just to walk around and see the amazing variety of unique items – but rarely do you see anyone leaving without something in their hands.”
The Maggie Valley Arts & Crafts Festivals is one of the longest running and most popular events held in Maggie Valley.

Contact Teresa Smith at 800-624-4431 or visit http://maggievalleyfestivalgrounds.com/ for more information.

Jonathan Creek Cloggers
2022-07-30 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Meadowlark Motel, 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, 28751, United States
The Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center and Meadowlark Motel proudly announce another great mountain heritage event for 2022 – an evening of dinner and dancing with the legendary Jonathan Creek Cloggers on Saturday night, July 30th. Our evening begins with a delicious barbeque dinner at 6:00 PM and culminates with a rollicking performance by the Jonathan Creek Cloggers at 7:30 PM. The iconic dance group will perform multiple examples of traditional mountain dancing, as well as teaching the audience several fun dance steps. Group leader, Kim Ross, will also give a short talk on the history and traditions of mountain dancing. Grab your partner and come and join us for a memorable, fun filled evening of dining and dancing!
Admission is free for motel guests and Heritage Club members, and 20 dollars per person for folks not staying at the motel. For further details check out the Meadowlark Motel website and Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center Facebook page, or dial 828-926-1717 to reserve your rooms or purchase advance tickets.

Launch Of Cherokee Heritage Series With Davy Arch
2022-08-06 | Meadowlark Motel, 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, 28751, United States
Please join us in spending an intimate and enchanting afternoon with a true Appalachian treasure, Davy Arch. Davy is a world-famous Cherokee tribal historian and award-winning craftsman of traditional Cherokee crafts, specifically masks and baskets—and beloved spokesman for the eastern Cherokee tribe. The event will be followed by BBQ dinner and music with Mike Ogletree and Friends. Admission is 20 dollars per person for non-guests, motel guests and Heritage Club members are free. Dial 828-926-1717 to reserve your seat now!

Cooking Class With Joseph and Boyd
2022-08-27 10:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | Meadowlark Motel, 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, 28751, United States
OUTDOOR (or indoor) COOKING CLASS WITH JOSEPH FRANKLYN McELROY and Boyd, FEATURING APPALACHIAN CUSINE COOKED OVER AN OPEN FIRE (or inside)—ENDING WITH TRADITIONAL APPALACHIAN DINNER –with a modern flair – and music with Mike Ogletree and Friends. More details soon, dial 828-926-1717 for additional information.

Steve “Piano Man” Whiddon With Angie Toomey
2022-09-08 17:30 (America/Halifax) | Meadowlark Motel, 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, 28751, United States
Steve began playing piano at age 3 and there has been some slight improvement. After high school he performed in clubs, restaurants, honky tonk bars, and anywhere else he could play for food, tips, drinks, and various other assorted methods of payment. He was even the organist for the Detroit Tigers for spring training games in the early and mid 90’s and never once caught a foul ball.
He later discovered that country clubs would trade meals and free golf in exchange for his musical services. Aha! Life was good! His waistline expanded but his golf game
remained lousy.
Somehow he found time to use what was left of his fragile brain to write some songs and then some more songs. Some rock, some country, and some nobody has figured out yet.
In 2001 Steve met Dave Magill, a producer, musician, and studio wizard. The two hit it off immediately and started recording Steve’s songs in Dave’s studio. They continue to work together on many different projects.
Steve lives in Maggie Valley, North Carolina where he fishes, hikes, and loves the Smoky Mountains. His golf game remains the same.

Join us for an evening of live music with Steve on Thursday, September 8 at 5:30 PM! It’s a free event, with BBQ dinner available for $12. Cash bar is available as well. We hope to see you there!

Part VI Of heritage Book Series – Free for Guests and Members
2022-10-15 16:00 - 23:00 (America/Halifax) | Meadowlark Motel, 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, 28751, United States
Featuring Bob and Jacob Plott’s book—Smoky Mountain Railways –A History of the WNCRR, Murphy Branch and GSMR with Bob and Jacob Plott.
Join us for yet another fun, informative and entertaining afternoon and evening of history, food and music in Part VI of Heritage Book Series, as award winning author and MSMHC GM, Bob Plott, teams with his son, and co-author, Jacob Plott, to discuss their book, Smoky Mountain Railways.
By 1869 railroads connected the United States from coast to coast, yet the Great Smoky Mountains remained commercially remote and inaccessible with no outside railway service until construction began on the WNCRR in Old Fort, N.C. in 1871.
Even then, it would take another 20 years before convict labor finally carved a 128-mile route to Murphy, N.C., thus completely opening the region to commercial and personal expansion that few could comprehend –but all appreciated.
Train service literally transformed the region, but it came at a terrible cost, with literally hundreds of convicts tragically dying in the process. After great early success, the railway line eventually fell into disarray by the 1960s, before later being resurrected as an incredibly successful tourist railway—the GSMR.
The history of this line is a story like no other. It’s a tale filled with tragedy, heroism, blood, sweat, tears, humor and nitroglycerin. Local authors Jacob Morgan Plott and Bob Plott tell the story of a line that refused to die.
The program will be followed by a book signing and delicious BBQ dinner, culminating with acoustic music by Mike Ogletree and friends that evening.
The event is free to motel guests and Heritage Club members—there is an admission charge of ten dollars per person for all others.

Hillbilly Jam
2023-07-21 10:00 - 2023-07-22 22:00 (America/New_York) | Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3422 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC, 28751, United States
Hillbilly Jam features loads of entertainment, Food, Crafts, Cornhole, Car & Bike Show, TV Celebrities and Moonshiners. Meet James Hatfield, of the original Hatfields and McCoys, owner of Feudshine Spirits and Garage, Feudshine Bob will be showing up in his new ride, join in the adrenaline rush of the Hatfield and McCoy tug-of-war, don’t miss it…
Spectators $10 per day / 10 & under FREE!
The Music…
Lil’ bit of Rock n’ Roll, lil’ bit Country, but no matter what your taste, the tunes are sure to please. The youngins will dig the guitar riffs of our up and comers, will the old folks will like the classic banjo of the heritage Blue Grass.
The Crafts…
Ain’t no happenin’ in these here neck of the woods without a arts n’ crafts gathering. Yep, they come from near and far to show their wears. Wood carvers, jewelers, candle makers, and if yer luck, a soap maker so you can go home and take that yearly bath.
The Moonshiners…

You’ve seen them on the TV, making shine and running from the law, but here, they just stop buy to be famous for the day. Making appearances this year will be Moonshiner Roy Grooms, Mark & Digger, Chico, Moonshiner Mark Rogers, Little Moonshiners Garmer & Butch.

Eurofest – European Car Tour & Cruise
2023-08-17 - 2023-08-20 | Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3422 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC, 28751, United States
We would like to welcome you to Eurofest Maggie Valley.
August 19th at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds in Beautiful Maggie Valley, NC.
This event is to bring our Euro Community together to enjoy the town, friends and Mountain drives. We hope you can join us on this adventure!
When and Where
AUGUST 17-20, 2023
MAGGIE VALLEY FESTIVAL GROUNDS, MAGGIE VALLEY, NC
3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley, NC (see MAP at bottom of page)
FREE SPECTATOR ADMISSION
PETS WELCOME
FOOD TRUCKS, VENDORS, DJ AND EUROPEAN CARS
ALL EUROS are welcome in our show car area! Weather you have a daily driver or full out show car! EVERYONE IS A VIP!
Take a look below for a list of our Vendors, Sponsors and clubs attending.
Be sure to share and invite your friends to our Facebook Event page CLICK HERE
INSTAGRAM @EUROFESTMV
Check out our 2022 Event Results for lots of photos and videos CLICK HERE
Pre-Registration is $35 / Event Shirts $20
Pre-registration, shirt orders, vendor registration will begin in April 2023

Maggie Valley Fall Arts and Crafts Show
2023-10-21 | Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3422 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC, 28751, United States
Maggie Valley’s largest gathering of artisans and crafters come together to sell their handmade treasures. Artisans from all over the Southeast will be in attendance. Chainsaw art demonstrations and lots of festival food.
Seasonal items, yard art, paintings, photography, pottery, wooden bowls, furniture, jewelry, goat milk soaps and more will be featured at the event. “There really is something for everyone, from the most affordable handicrafts, to the more expensive museum quality items,” says Teresa Smith, promoter of the event. “Even if you don’t plan on buying anything, its fun just to walk around and see the amazing variety of unique items – but rarely do you see anyone leaving without something in their hands.”
The Maggie Valley Arts & Crafts Festivals is one of the longest running and most popular events held in Maggie Valley.

Appalachian Heritage Thanksgiving Week
2023-11-17 19:00 - 2023-11-26 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Meadowlark Motel, 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, 28751, United States
A MEMORABLE Appalachian Heritage THANKSGIVING WEEK!
In Maggie Valley, NC Meadowlark Motel
Agenda for the Week
Friday 11/17 – Acoustic music and drinks featuring Susie Copeland.
Saturday 11/18 – A Celtic Pre-Thanksgiving with acoustic music and drinks featuring Mike Ogletree and don’t forget shepherd’s pie and mutton stew.
Sunday 11/19 – Bluegrass Jam in SpeakEasy
Monday 11/20 – Monday Night Football in SpeakEasy.
Tuesday 11/21 – Holiday Themed Open Mic Night
Wednesday 11/22 – 80’s 90s’ December Hits Dance Music
Thursday 11/23 – Thanksgiving Meal with music and drinks. See Menu
Friday 11/24 – Decorate the Christmas Tree with holiday music. Smash Burgers & Mac Pie in the Dining Room or SpeakEasy and Live Bluegrass music featuring Jeremy Rilko. Don’t forget to bring the kiddies for Santa and Ms Clause.
Saturday 11/25 – Morning –Smoky Mountain Breakfast
Afternoon- Holiday Ornaments Workshop with Noelani Johnson.
Evening- Live Country Blues featuring Woolybooger.
Sunday 11/26 – Dinner and Bluegrass Jam in SpeakEasy
CALL TO BOOK NOW ->> 828-926-1717

Thanksgiving Menu
-Roasted Turkey & Ham
-Veggie Lasagna
-Hominy sauteed with butter, peppers, & onions
-Macaroni Pie
-Green Bean Casserole
-Roasted Veggies
-Mashed Potatoes & Gravy & Dressing
-Cranberry Sauce
-Buttermilk Cornbread & Cathead Biscuits
-Skillet-cooked Upside-Down Pineapple Cake
-Other desserts & delights
Saturday Breakfast
-Smoky Mountain Frittata
-Trinidad Frittata
-Roasted potatoes
-Pork chops with fried apples
-Biscuits & gravy
-Scrambled eggs
-Bacon
-Grits
* All menu items subject to availability or change
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Best of the Motels in Maggie Valley NC
Imagine a place evocative of motor courts of the past, yet modern and vibrant with a “Chic Appalachian” feel. A place for adventure and for relaxation. Imagine a place where you can fish in a mountain heritage trout stream, grill the catch on fire, and eat accompanied by fine wine or craft beers. Imagine a place with old-time music and world cultural sounds. There is no other place like the Meadowlark Motel in Maggie Valley, NC, or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We are the starting point for all the adventures and serenity the mountains have to offer.
