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On the first Friday of each month, downtown Boone hosts the First Friday Art Crawl along King Street. Galleries extend their hours, local musicians perform live on sidewalks, and visitors explore Boone's creative scene on foot.
Each April, Tweetsie Railroad opens for the season, welcoming families to Wild West train rides, live shows, and seasonal events in the North Carolina mountains. Opening weekend is one of the most popular times to visit.
Each May, anglers gather for the annual Blowing Rock Trout Derby, hosted by The Speckled Trout Outfitters. This family-friendly fishing tournament draws visitors from across the Southeast and marks one of the High Country's most beloved spring traditions.
Every March, Appalachian Ski Mountain hosts its annual spring celebration featuring rail jams and the iconic pond skim competition — one of the most anticipated late-season ski events in the NC High Country.
Each winter and early spring, downtown Boone hosts intimate indoor concerts at the Jones House Cultural Center. These small-capacity performances offer an up-close music experience just steps from The Horton Hotel on King Street.
The Horton Hotel & Rooftop Lounge proudly announces the successful expansion of its downtown Boone property, unveiling new luxury rooms, The Foundry, a gym and sauna, and the addition of curated local adventures for guests.

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