A Good Time at WinterFest

The following is the schedule of events for WinterFest. Make sure to visit www.BlowingRockWinterFest. com for the most up to date information and to purchase tickets for the paid events.

Thursday,

Jan. 26

• WinterFeast at Green Park Inn, 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. seatings

• Winterfest Hendrick Hunt begins. Find the four vehicles placed around Blowing Rock and enter to win some big prizes!

• Local’s Night, Hellbender Bed and Breakfast, noon to 8 p.m.

• Square Dance: Learn the steps from 6 to 6:30 p.m. and then dance the night away! (FREE and no registration required) 6-8 p.m. at BRAHM.

• Tomahawk Hill

Winterhawk Tournament, Mystery Hill: Do you have what it takes to win the title of WinterHawk Champion? Join Mystery Hill under a heated tent at Tomahawk Hill and throw axes in the tradition of old Appalachia! They’ll be scoring rounds all weekend and announcing the winner on Sunday. Winner must be present to claim prize.

• The Frozen Heart Adventure: An Escape Experience, Mystery Hill: This escape room style experience is perfect for couples, groups and families! Participants will race against the clock to solve a series of puzzles to help Wynter, a loyal subject, save the kingdom. Reservations are required and it is strongly recommended to reserve space prior to arrival.

• Winter Duck Derby, Mystery Hill: 3..2..1..GO! Off to the races again! Join Mystery Hill throughout WinterFest to race WinterDucks and see who reigns supreme. Winners of each heat will receive a prize! Derby times and location TBD.

• Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 p.m. at Chetola Resort

Friday, Jan. 27

• WinterFest Hendrick Hunt continues!

• Ice Stroll down Main Street (Tour of Ice Sculptures), 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

• Wine Seminar at Sunset and Vine – Winter Wines from Warm Climates, 4 p.m.

• Wine Seminar at Sunset and Vine – Comfort Food Wines, 6 p.m.

• Bonfire with limited bar, s’mores, and house made chili, Chetola Resort, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

• Jazz at WinterFest at the Green Park Inn, Todd Wright Jazz Trio, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

• Tomahawk Hill Winterhawk Tournament, Mystery Hill

• The Frozen Heart Adventure: An Escape Experience, Mystery Hill

• Cork & Canvas: Learn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere with drinks and friends ($50 General Admission, $45 for Members) 4 to 6 p.m. at BRAHM

• Guided tours through the museum’s exhibitions led by a docent (FREE and no registration required), BRAHM

• Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 p.m. Chetola Resort

Saturday, Jan. 28

• Polar Bear Plunge at Chetola sponsored by the Blowing Rock.. Registration at 8 a.m. with Plunge beginning at 10 a.m.

• WinterFest Hendrick Hunt continues!

• Curling: Bring the family and try your skill with Curling brought to you by the Charlotte Association! Blowing Rock School Gym, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Mountain Alliance’s 2023 Silent Auction, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The auction went live on Saturday, Jan. 21. On Saturday, Jan. 28, it will be in-person with all the auction items from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the American Legion Hall.

• Rotary Chilly Chili Challenge Sponsored by The Spice and Tea Exchange, Meadowbrook Inn (Four Seasons Ball Room), 11 a.m. –2 p.m.

• Beer Garden Sponsored by The Speckled Trout, Meadowbrook Inn (Highland Room), 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

• Hot Chocolate Provided by The Boy Scouts being served in front of the Library, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Ice sculpture demonstration and competition in Memorial Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Hayrides Provided by Speckled Trout Outfitters — Pick up from the Blowing Rock Chamber, from noon to 3 p.m.

• Wine Seminar at Sunset and Vine – Winter Whites and Sparkles at 2 p.m.

• Wine Seminar at Sunset and Vine — Fireside Favorites at 4 p.m.

• Jazz at WinterFest at the Green Park Inn, Todd Wright Quartet from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

• Bonfire with limited bar, s’mores and house made chili at Chetola Resort from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

• Cork & Canvas: Learn to paint in a relaxed atmosphere with drinks and friends ($50 General Admission, $45 for Members) 4 to 6 p.m., BRAHM

• Guided tours through the museum’s exhibitions led by a docent (FREE and no registration required) at BRAHM

• Tomahawk Hill

Winterhawk Tournament at Mystery Hill

• The Frozen Heart Adventure: An Escape Experience at Mystery Hill

• Winter Duck Derby at Mystery Hill

• Sip & Skate at Appalachian Ski Mtn., 10 p.m. to midnight

• Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 p.m. at Chetola Resort

Sunday, Jan. 29

• WinterFest breakfast specials

• Pancake Breakfast, Blowing Rock School (school cafeteria), 8-10 a.m.

• WinterFest Hendrick Hunt ends

• Tomahawk Hill

Winterhawk Tournament at Mystery Hill

• The Frozen Heart Adventure: An Escape Experience at Mystery Hill

• Winter Duck Derby at Mystery Hill

• Festival of Lights from dusk until 10 p.m. at Chetola Resort