Spring Events & Festivals

Spring is a beautiful time in our area as everything comes alive … from the beautiful blooms and blossoms to all the festival fun that begins. Here is our list of the best big spring events and festivals in Lake Lure and around the area. These include Easter, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day and more.

Best Spring Events In Lake Lure and Around the Area:

Easter Sunrise Service – Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Celebrate Easter atop Chimney Rock and watch the sun rise over Hickory Nut Gorge. Free admission.

When: Easter Sunday Visit Website

Biltmore Blooms – Biltmore Estate, Asheville

Celebrate the festival of flowers event that includes 75,000+ flowers and elaborate floral displays.

When: April and May Visit Website

Mayfest – Downtown Rutherfordton

Welcome spring at one of the longest running festivals in NC and drawing visitors and vendors from across the region.

When: 1st Saturday in May Visit Website

Lake Lure Spring Classic Boat and Car Show

Enjoy the Lake Lure Classic Boat and Car Show. Highlights include Antique and Classic Boats Registered by the Blue Ridge Chapter ACB Society, Miss America IX: Built in 1930, 1^st Boat in the World to exceed 100 MPH and Antique and Classic Cars: Registered by the Greater Smoky Mountains Region of the Antique Automobile Club of America … and more fun and refreshments.

When: Mid-May Visit Website

Annual SpringGo Celebration – Chimney Rock Village

Enjoy the quirky, world’s smallest parade, cow pie bingo and more fun through Chimney Rock Village as we kick of Spring!

When: Mid-May Visit Website

Rutherford County Symphony Concert

The Rutherford Symphony Orchestra will be playing at the scenic Gathering Place as the finale for the SpringGo celebration. A wonderful concert you won’t want to miss.