Ski Sapphire Valley Winter Sports

07/13/2026

🎉 It’s a huge week in and around Sapphire Valley Resort! 🌟Get ready for the ultimate summer party this Tuesday as the legendary Swingin’ Medallions bring their high-octane beach music to our Concert on the Slopes at 6:30 PM! 🏖️🎶 To celebrate, Slopeside Tavern is breaking their usual Tuesday closure and opening at 5:00 PM sharp for full pre-concert dinner service! 🍔🍻The excitement continues just minutes away at the biennial Cashiers Plein Air Festival at The Village Green, featuring incredible live artist demonstrations and local art sales. 🎨✨Want the full scoop, schedule details, and your 4-day plateau weather forecast? Check out the latest podcast episode from Radio Cashiers right now at https://radiocashiers.com/

07/10/2026

From Radio Cashiers!
Happy Friday, Plateau family! Tune into the latest episode of the Radio Cashiers Podcast as we map out the absolute best local spots to taste the mountains, from the legendary barbecue and fresh pies at the Cashiers Farmers Market to the intimate Saturday morning pop-ups at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park in Highlands. Plus, Cassidy brings you an exciting music update with the legendary Swingin’ Medallions heading to Sapphire Valley for the massive Concert on the Slopes, alongside a special game plan featuring Slopeside Tavern, which is breaking its usual Tuesday closure to open early at 5:00 PM for full dinner service and ice-cold drinks! We also break down your full weekend weather outlook across Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire Valley to help you plan around the incoming mountain rain, so head over to RadioCashiers.com to stream the episode, check our Local Music Calendar, and let us know in the comments: what is your absolute favorite thing to buy at our local markets?
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07/05/2026

🌞 Happy 4th of July from the top of Ski Sapphire Valley! 🇺🇸

✨We can personally attest that the incredible year-round staff is working hard every single day to make sure the mountain is flawless for winter! 🏂❄️

📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Estimated Opening Day is December 12th!⏳ Can't wait? Head over to https://skisapphirevalley.com/ right now to check out our brand-new Countdown Clock!

See you on the slopes this December! 👋⛷️

SlopeSide Tavern
The FIX Restaurant Bar & Lounge
Micas Mountain Kitchen
North Carolina Mountain Towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva
Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce

07/01/2026

🎆 **Yankee Doodle Dandy Day is almost here!** 🇺🇸
Sapphire Valley Resort is throwing a full‑day July 4th celebration for families, friends, and anyone ready for some mountain‑town fun.

From sunrise to sunset, the Activity Field and surrounding venues come alive with **kids’ bounce toys, gem mining, pony rides, Foot Golf, the Zip Line, snow cones, popcorn, and all‑day music**. Grab a **hot dog or burger**, cool off with a **cold drink**, and let the kids run wild in the **Kids Fun Zone**.

This year’s celebration features:
🎺 Rosman High School Marching Band
🎶 Live music throughout the day
🦆 The Ducky Derby
🎾 Tennis Tournament
⛳ Pitch ’n Putt Contest
🐐 Petting Zoo & Pony Rides
…and so much more.

It’s **open to the public**, packed with activities across the Recreation Center, Athletic Field, Community Center, Racquet Center, Boat Dock, and Red Bird Golf.

Come celebrate **America’s 250th Birthday** in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bring your family, bring your friends — **July 4th at Sapphire Valley is where memories are made.** 🇺🇸

Visit:

Yankee Doodle Dandy July 4th, Sapphire Valley Resort NC, July 4th in Sapphire Valley is a day for the family! All day kids bounce toys, food, gem mining, snow cones, popcorn, drinks, pony rides, Foot Golf, Zip Line and more!

06/23/2026

The 2026 Concert on the Slopes summer series kicks off at Sapphire Valley Resort on Tuesday, June 23, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, featuring the high-energy band Too Much Sylvia. Attendees are invited to bring chairs, blankets, and coolers to the base slope for an evening of live music in a natural mountain setting. For full details on the event, visit Sapphire Valley Resort.

Concert on the Slopes, Sapphire Valley Resort NC, The best concert venue in The High South! Relax on the base slope of Ski Sapphire Valley and listen to great Motown, Beach music and songs of the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s!! Bring the family, friends, food and beverage and have a great experience! OPEN....

06/07/2026

Off-season doesn't mean downtime at Ski Sapphire Valley! While the slopes are green, the crew is hard at work getting everything squeaky clean and prepped for the winter ahead. Maintenance never stops when you're dedicated to making next season the best one yet!

SlopeSide Tavern
The FIX Restaurant Bar & Lounge
Micas Mountain Kitchen
Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce
North Carolina Mountain Towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, and Sylva

05/29/2026

Looking for the perfect ways to fill your week with adventure, community, and family fun? We have an exciting lineup of events and activities ready for you at Sapphire Valley Resort!
Check out what’s coming up:
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Paws on Parade Dog & Puppy Show
Bring your furry friends out for a day of friendly competition, awards, and splashing around! Donations are accepted to help maintain our beautiful park.
* When: June 6th
* Where: Sapphire Valley Bark Park & Fairfield Lake
* Schedule:
* 9:00 AM – Registration
* 10:00 AM – Parade and Judging
* 11:00 AM – Hot Dogs & Drinks
* 12:00 PM – Awards
* 2:00 PM – Doggy Diving at Fairfield Lake
* Categories Include: Best Veteran, Heinz 57 (Best Mutt), Lucky Dog, Best Trick, Best 6 Legs, and more!
* Want to volunteer? Call Gary Wilson at 828.226.6114 or 828.743.0454.
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Sapphire Valley High Ropes Course
Test your limits and experience the thrill of our aerial course located right next to the Recreation Center!
* Features: 7 platforms with 12 challenging obstacles.
* Pricing: $25/hour for amenity card holders | $35/hour for the public.
* Requirements: Maximum weight limit of 250 lbs; minimum hand reach of 5 feet 6 inches.
* Check-in: At the Rec Center. Call 828.743.1171 to book your slot!
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Mountain BINGO!
Gather your friends and family for a classic, fun-filled afternoon of Bingo at the resort.
* When: Wednesdays at 3:00 PM
* Where: The Community Center
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05/26/2026

Our Sapphire Valley Resort events calendar now includes where to find music at our local restaurants! Check it out here: https://sapphirevalleyresort.com/daily_events_sapphire_valley.html

New on Radio Cashiers, the Where to Find Music calendar in Highlands, Cashiers, Sapphire Valley and Glenville! Check this new calendar here: https://radiocashiers.com/music-calendar.html

By the way, after 5" of rain over Memorial Weekend, spring has sprung!

05/08/2026

Radio Cashiers welcomes listeners into a beautiful Mother’s Day weekend across Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire Valley, featuring local temperatures, live music highlights, upcoming concerts, and a nostalgic look back at a 2020 virtual COVID relief concert supporting displaced restaurant workers. Musicians include Tina Eno Music, Erica Nicole, George Reeves, Jay Drummonds, Spalding McIntosh, Kurt Thomas, and more.

The episode also previews Mother’s Day events, Highland’s summer music series, and the weekend mountain weather forecast while celebrating the resilience and spirit of the local community.

05/05/2026

Radio Cashiers celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a roundup of local festivities, including taco specials at Highlands Burrito, margaritas at Old Edwards Club, and live music at Casa Amigos. The episode also highlights the Cashiers Cares charity, local music at Slopeside Tavern, and a four-day weather forecast for the Plateau. For more information,

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