Boone Area Events for the Weekend of August 11th

Lots of great happenings going on in the High Country this weekend!  Head on up to the Blue Ridge Mountains to enjoy many area activities!  

8th Annual Watauga Lake Marathon

Saturday, August 11th - 8am

1000 Meter Swim / 35 Kilometer Bike / 8 Kilometer Run

For Event Information:  www.wataugalaketriathlon.com

For Lodging information: www.ExploreBooneArea.com

Watauga County Farmer's Market
Saturday, August 11th - 8:00am - 12:00pm
Every week, may through October, you will find quality locally and regionally farmed meats, organic produce, fresh cut flowers, and hardy local plants, delicious edibles and a wide variety of crafts, as well as children's activities. 

Hickory Ridge Living History Museum
Saturday, August 11 - 9:00am - 12:00pm
Hickory Ridge Living History Museum, located on the grounds of "horn in the West," is an 18th Century living history highlighting the daily lives of our mountain ancestors.  See live demonstrations of a various pioneer skills, such as hearth-side cooking, flintlock rifle, blacksmithing, spinning and weaving, etc.  Open Saturday mornings, May - October, and evenings before "horn in the West."  Admission is by donation.

Art in the Park
Saturday, August 11 - 10:00am - 5:00pm
Juried Arts and Crafts show in downtown Blowing Rock.  Free Admission / Free Trolly Shuttle For more information, contact the Blowing Rock Chamber at (828) 295-7851.


While you're in town enjoying the festivities, stop by University Nissan of Boone and say hey!  If you're in the market for a new or pre-owned vehicle, we're the dealership for you!  We have the largest selection of New Nissan's in Boone along with the most competitive pricing on our pre-owned vehicles!  You can check out our online showroom at www.universitynissan.com or just give us a call at 1-800-ShopNissan.

We hope to see you soon!