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Here’s your guide to free things to do in North Carolina
Let’s dive into the best free things to do in North Carolina, from Raleigh’s historic sites to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Dreamville, Merlefest, and the Azalea Festival: 12 major spring festivals to go to in NC
From food and music to flowers and pirates, there are themes for everyone at these dozen festivals spread throughout the state.
Native American villages, colonial homes, and segregated schools: 10 historic buildings in NC
North Carolina has many historic buildings. We tell the tales behind 10 of the most storied structures in the state and how they’re being used today.
Good News Friday: NC has one of the best Christmas towns in America
Our weekly roundup of good news in NC gets into the holiday spirit. We’re always going star-gazing, in more ways than one.
10 Tiny Treasures: Small North Carolina Towns to Visit This Winter
From the mountains of western North Carolina to the shores of the eastern coast, North Carolina knows how to do winter. Here are 12 small towns worth visiting this cold season.
Age Ain’t Nothing But a Number: The Stories Behind the 10 Oldest Cities in North Carolina
Some are best known for their rustic charm, while others have grown into thoroughly modern metropolises. Here’s a look at the 10 oldest towns and cities in North Carolina.
Meet 6 Wild North Carolinians Whose Adventures Defy the Mundane
When these caring North Carolinians say they have a wild side, they mean it in the most literal sense.
11 Ideas for a Quick Romantic Getaway in North Carolina
From the storybook to the secret gems, keep your ’ship steamy with these quickie NC getaways. *wink*
Where are the most beautiful places in NC for outdoor fun (+ great pics)?
On the hunt for beautiful places in NC? North Carolina’s beaches, mountains, and rolling hills will leave you breathless.
Last-Minute NC Trips to Take Before School Starts
The final days of summer are more precious than gold, so pack your bags and take one of these seven last-minute NC trips.
The History Behind All 63 National Parks In The US
People entered U.S. national parks nearly 312 million times in 2022. Stacker used publicly available data and resources from the National Park Service to compile this brief history of all 63 national parks in the U.S.
Your Ultimate Guide to U-Pick Fruits and Vegetables in North Carolina
DYK North Carolina is one of the best states for berry picking? Find out when and where to pick raspberries, blueberries, and a long list of other crops in this 2023 U-pick guide.
21 Wacky, Wild, & Woolly Festivals Happening in North Carolina in 2023
What wacky, wild, and woolly (yep) festivals are happening in North Carolina this year? We’ve got 21—so mark your calendars and get your crew together, because things are about to get weird.
15 mostly-free art galleries in NC where you can support local artists
On the hunt for great art or just want to view it? This list includes (mostly) free places to see local and regional artists’ work.
Op-Ed: Rural Homes Like Mine Could Soon Get High-Speed Internet Thanks to Biden Administration
“If I’m checking a bank account or sending an email, my husband can’t look up a dinner recipe or read the news,” Weaverville resident Sally Weldon writes in an op-ed.
25 States Americans Visit the Most
Stacker has ranked the top 25 by the percentage of U.S. adults who have already made a visit. Check the rankings to see if your next destination is among these popular choices, or find your next adventure as you scroll.
7 Summer Vacation Destinations to Check Out in North Carolina
From kayaking to wild ponies, exploring underground or floating down the world’s third oldest river, North Carolina has some pretty cool spots for your next summer vacation.
This NC City Was Just Named One of the ‘Most Beautiful and Affordable Places to Live’
Scenic locations, affordable housing, and headed for a growth spurt – this western NC city gets its due from a national magazine.
Spring Is Here: Our Guide to NC’s Most Pleasant (And Pollinated) Season
We dish on North Carolina’s best plants, farmers’ markets, and destinations this spring.
We Asked an AI Chatbot What to Do This Weekend in North Carolina. Here’s What It Said.
ChatGPT’s recommendations for what to do in North Carolina over the weekend were predictable—which, frankly, offered me some comfort.
12 Best New Year’s Eve Fireworks Displays in North Carolina
From Raleigh’s Acorn Drop to High Country’s ski resort soirees, these are the best places across North Carolina to watch fireworks on New Year’s Eve.
‘Outlander’ Gets It Wrong. Here Are 7 Misconceptions About NC’s Scottish Heritage.
The popular fantasy romance series has spurred a lot of interest in our state’s Scottish ancestry. But some of it is just plain wrong.
New to NC? Here Are 9 Travel-Worthy Destinations to Visit in Your First Year
You already know Lexington is on the list for the barbecue.
Take In These Four Endangered NC Landscapes While You Can
From mountain bogs to maritime forests, a guide to some of North Carolina’s most enchanted landscapes.
Rare Bird Bingo: Our Guide to Finding 7 Elusive (But Beautiful) North Carolina Avians
From Crayola-colored buntings to a bird that looks like a flame in flight, we’ll tell you where to find some of our favorite feathered friends.
Ice Skating in the South? Slide Into the Holidays at One of These 11 NC Rinks.
Ice skating isn’t just up North! Here are some of the best indoor and outdoor ice rinks around North Carolina.
Searching for Indigo De Souza, One of North Carolina’s Most Hyped New Musicians in Years
Asheville’s Indigo De Souza is a rising singer-songwriter with a wanderer’s taste for genre. She talked to Cardinal & Pine about her ascension as a national artist.
29 Blockbusters and Busts Shot in North Carolina (There’s Sure to Be a Few Filmed Near You)
Whether you live in the mountains, the coast, or the Piedmont, some major Hollywood movies were filmed near you in North Carolina.
From Nina Simone to Blind Boy Fuller, Here Are Five of NC’s Most Timeless Musical Landmarks
North Carolina music is eccentric, rootsy, and complicated, just like the state itself. We’ll take you to the burial places of blues and the birth of modern jazz.