Heritage & Culture

Forge After Dark

Friday, November 6, 2026 · 6pm · John C. Campbell Folk School

The John C. Campbell Folk School invites you to Forge After Dark, an event celebrating blacksmithing and community. On Friday, Nov. 6, from 6-10 p.m., enjoy live demonstrations, family-friendly activities, a food truck, a photo booth, and a warm bonfire. Step into the Clay Spencer Blacksmith Shop to witness the extraordinary focus and strength of master blacksmiths in the forge as they coax red-hot metal into intricate designs and tools. Step outside of the studio to listen to the Alex Krug Comb