Fudge Shop Will Be Open For the July 4 Holiday

rhodosConstruction on the bright, airy, new Fudge Shop is almost complete and the candy makers are eager to get moved in to their new digs. The eco-friendly facility, located between the museum and the animal habitats, provides room for guests to visit with the chefs while fudge is being prepared and features a pleasant covered porch to relax on while snacking. Read more about it.

Beat the Crowds: Visit the Swinging Bridge During the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games

honey beeIt may seem counter-intuitive to say you can beat the crowds by visiting Grandfather during the Highland Games, but that's one time during the summer when you can truly feel like you have the whole mountain to yourself! Most travelers stay away then, assuming the mountain will be overrun by crowds. The truth is that the Scots are all gathered in the Meadow at the base of the mountain, so you can enjoy the cool temperatures and beautiful views from the peaks with very few other people around. Click here for more about this insider's secret.

Progress Report on the New Top Shop

footersVisitors to Grandfather Mountain could not see much change at the Top Shop building site during June, but many essential chores were getting completed. While the contractor was reviewing bids from subcontractors for materials and services needed in the next phases of construction, workers completed the drilling and digging needed before they pour the footers. Read more about it.

Upcoming Activities

July 10-13
53rd Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games

Brawny athletes, delicate dancers, noisy bagpipe band parades, rocking Celtic music and a spectacular highland setting makes this colorful celebration of Scottish culture the best highland games in America. Admission charged.

August 16-17
Amateur & Professional Camera Clinic

Top professionals from the world of news photography gather to share on the hot topics in photojournalism. Free to working press, fee for non-professionals. Pre-registration is required. Online registration starts July 15th.

Sept.13
Kidfest

Sept. 20
38th Annual American Girl Scout Day

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