This annual fall festival is the main fundraiser for the WNC Cheese Trail, a cooperative effort that promotes the artisan cheese makers of Western North Carolina. The nonprofit facilitates education and tourism, spreading the word about the region’s talented artisan cheesemakers and their products. The Carolina Mountain Cheese Fest features cheese-friendly businesses that you might find on or near a pairing board. This year’s festival is set to be even bigger, with more choice in ticket levels, booths, educational activities and fun! Beyond the plethora of delicious and unique cheeses that will be at CMCF ’23, attendees will also have the chance to sample and purchase products from the supporting WNC Cheese Trail community which includes winemakers, cideries, gourmet food producers, and more. » Oak and Grist, 1556 Grovestone Rd.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; ticket prices vary; www.wnccheesetrail.org