Join us as we celebrate our community, share our passion for nature, and showcase the warmth and hospitality that defines the essence of Highlands, North Carolina.

The result is a profusion of creativity in the lifestyle that can be found in Highlands performing and visual arts, individually curated shopping experiences and the perfect setting for enjoying …

Highlands Events Calendar - A full listing of Highlands Events, Cultural and Entertainment gatherings in Highlands NC. Check back often as the calendar update often.

A temperate rainforest and part of the Nantahala National Forest, the Highlands Plateau’s crystal headwaters form rivers, lakes and waterfalls, providing endless year-round opportunities for …

Visiting Highlands allows you to indulge in a unique balance of unassuming refinement, warm hospitality and small-town charm. Whether it’s a luxury resort and spa, boutique hotel or a …

Our 2025 Experience Guide showcases the best of Highlands, including its people, places, and stories that capture the essence of our town. Flip through our Experience Guide below or …

Oct 10, 2025 · The holiday season in Highlands is a great time to come together and enjoy activities for the whole family. Annual events like Light Up the Park and the Highlands …

If your concept of healthy living leans toward retail therapy, Downtown Highlands is just the tonic. Parking and additional retailers can easily be found on Spring Street, Fourth Street and …

With abundant local farms, gardens and greenhouses, dining in Highlands fills your senses with the rich taste of the terroir and fertile growing region of the Appalachian Mountains.

With its ancient granite mountains and shadowed hollows, combined with abundant rainfall (Highlands is technically in a rain forest), well, it’s no surprise that Highlands has become a …