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Valle Country Fair
Illustrative imageThe Valle Country Fair is a fall fair in Valle Crucis on Saturday, October 17, 2026, described by the organizers as an “overgrown church bazaar.”
What to expect
- Handmade crafts, home-cooked food and mountain music.
- All proceeds go to help people in need.
Plan your visit
- Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Location: NC 194, across from Holy Cross Church.
- Admission is free. Parking is $10 per car; larger vehicles pay more, so check the website.
- Pets are not permitted.
- Organizers: Church of the Holy Cross and the Valle Crucis Conference Center. See vallecountryfair.org or call (828) 963-4609.
- Dates and details can change; confirm with the organizer before you go.
Find a campground nearby
Planning to stay over? Browse the directory to find a campsite close to the event.
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