June 5 & 6 » Sparta
The High Country of Western North Carolina has enjoyed a rich tradition of fiber arts for centuries. Honor that cultural heritage at this interactive festival, which not only features vendors showcasing and selling artisan crafts, but also presents classes and demos on topics including crochet, knitting, weaving, fiber dying techniques, spinning, and embroidery.
» Higgins Fairgrounds and Ag Center, 1375 US 21; Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free; (336) 648-9950; www.blueridgefiberfest.com