Heritage & Culture

Sourwood Festival 2026

The Sourwood Festival takes place in historic downtown Black Mountain. Join us at this artisan festival celebrating regional makers, live music, Appalachian craft and culture, and more!Since 1977, historic Black Mountain has drawn in more than 30,000 annual attendees for the Sourwood Festival. This annual summer community celebration marks the beginning of the sourwood honey-selling season. This unique honey is gathered from the sourwood tree, a native tree in the Southern Appalachian region.Exp