In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Rutherford County, including our cherished Chimney Rock and Lake Lure communities, has experienced significant challenges. The storm brought widespread damage, affecting homes, businesses, and our natural landscapes.
The small town of Forest City’s Hometown Holidays is a lighting extravaganza that dates back to the early 1930s. Today it features more than a million Christmas…
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Rutherford County Events
Each year, people flock to Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Foothills for our famous events and festivals such as The Cherry Bounce Festival, Forest City's Hot Nights and Cool Rides antique automobile show, Lake Lure Olympiad summer sports festival, and many more throughout Rutherford County, NC. Explore our event calendar and make plans to join us season after season.
