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10 Ways to Celebrate A Small Town Christmas in Banner Elk NC

This holiday season is extra special for the town of Banner Elk NC, coming one year after climbing out from under the ...
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Woolly Worm Festival returns October 18 and 19 to Banner Elk

BANNER ELK – The Woolly Worm Festival returns to downtown Banner Elk on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18 and 19, 2025, celebrating 48 years of tradition and community support. After a one-year ...
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Woolly Worm festival returning to Banner Elk

The Woolly Worm Festival is returning to downtown Banner Elk after last year's cancellation due to Hurricane Helene on Oct. 18-19. I Sat Next To A Gun 'Fanatic' On A Plane. When I Told Him What My Job ...
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7 Western NC towns among 9 most scenic in the state: See why, World Atlas analysis

WorldAtlas named seven Western North Carolina towns among the nine most scenic in the state. The towns are Blowing Rock, Bryson City, Highlands, Lake Lure, Saluda, Banner Elk and Hot Springs. Some of ...