Festival & Events Calendar
Plan your Grand View Falls stay around the best happenings in Andrews, Murphy, Brasstown, and nearby Cherokee County. Distances are short from the community — most of these are an easy drive for guests and owners alike.
Remainder of 2026
Andrews Oktoberfest
Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 11:00a–5:00p
Main Street | Downtown Andrews
Celebrate fall downtown with live music, local vendors, food, and a beer & wine garden featuring local favorites like FernCrest Winery, Hoppy Trout Brewing, and Snowbird Mountains Brewery. Kids zone and family-friendly fun all day. Learn more
John C. Campbell Folk School Fall Festival
October 3–4, 2026
Brasstown, NC
The Folk School’s landmark fall festival — hundreds of craft vendors, food, and live music. A major regional draw and a perfect day trip from Grand View Falls. folkschool.org
Murphy Music & Brews
Saturday, October 10, 2026 (music from 3:00p)
Downtown Murphy
Charity music, brew, and food festival supporting Shepherd’s Men. Great evening outing about 20 minutes from Andrews. murphymusicandbrews.com
Andrews Trunk or Treat
Saturday, October 31, 2026 | ~4:00–6:00p
Main Street | Downtown Andrews
Community candy trunks and Halloween fun. Expect short street closures during the event.
Murphy Farmers Market
Saturdays through October 31, 2026
L&N Depot area | Murphy
Local produce and crafts — a easy Saturday morning stop while the season runs.
Andrews Christmas on Main Street
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 10:00a–4:00p
Main Street | Downtown Andrews
Holiday vendors, Kidzone, Santa, tree dedication, and live music — one of Andrews’ signature festivals. Perfect for a festive weekend cabin stay.
Murphy Christmas Tree Lighting
Friday, December 4 | 5:30p (confirm with Town of Murphy closer to the date)
Downtown Murphy
Community tree lighting and holiday kickoff.
Candy Cane Market
November 7–8, 2026 (confirm with Clay County Chamber)
Hayesville
Holiday craft market — a nice add-on if youre exploring Clay County.
Looking ahead to 2027
Official 2027 dates will post on local tourism calendars as organizers confirm them. Until then, here’s the usual rhythm guests can plan around:
- Andrews Spring Fling — late April Saturday
- Food Truck Fridays select summer Fridays, downtown Andrews / Hall Park
- July 4th / Freedom festivals — Murphy & Hayesville (Jul 3–4 weekend)
- Folk School Fall Festival — typically first weekend of October, Brasstown
- Murphy Music & Brews — often an October Saturday
- Andrews Oktoberfest — late September Saturday
- Andrews Trunk or Treat — Halloween weekend
- Andrews Christmas on Main — Saturday before Thanksgiving
- Murphy Christmas Tree Lighting — early December
- Farmers markets — spring through fall Saturdays in Murphy & Andrews
We’ll update this page as 2027 dates are announced. For the latest, check Visit Andrews and Visit Cherokee County.
More to do while you’re here
- Cover Falls (short hike near Andrews)
- Andrews Valley Rail Tours
- Nantahala Outdoor Center — rafting & adventure
- Leatherwood Falls at Fires Creek
- Hoppy Trout, FernCrest Winery, and Main Street dining
Event details can change — verify times and street closures before you go.