Ski Sapphire Valley Winter Sports

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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05/01/2026

Celebrate the first weekend of May on the Highlands–Cashiers Plateau with this Radio Cashiers episode, featuring local temperatures, a new website update with expanded event resources, and a full guide to Kentucky Derby festivities across Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire Valley. Plus, hear about live music at Old Edwards Inn and The FIX, along with a weekend weather outlook calling for rain followed by a clearing Sunday.

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04/28/2026

In this episode of Radio Cashiers, Hannah Lee and Cassidy dive into the second and final week of Cashiers Burger Week: The Extended Cut. Learn how to cast your votes before the May 11th deadline and get details on the upcoming Wrap Party at Slopeside Tavern. We also explore the best of the mountain spring, including thundering waterfalls at Gorges State Park, scenic hikes on Whiteside Mountain, and the vibrant arts scene at The Bascom. Plus, catch your four-day weather outlook and a special music announcement featuring Nikki Talley’s debut performance at Slopeside Tavern this Thursday.

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04/24/2026

Radio Cashiers for April 24, 2026, highlights the launch of Cashiers Burger Week, featuring 13 local restaurants and a two-week, passport-driven culinary celebration. The episode also covers critical regional news, including extreme drought conditions, a statewide burn ban, and upcoming events like the 29th Annual Designer Showhouse. Listen to the full episode for local live music schedules and a detailed weekend weather forecast. Listen at

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04/20/2026

Radio Cashiers debuts its new Live Music Report with a spotlight on Mike Kinnebrew at Old Edwards Inn, alongside a look at the live music scene in Sapphire Valley. This episode also covers a three-day, early-spring warming trend, complete with critical, current frost warnings and fire burn bans for the region. Listen to the full episode on the Radio Cashiers podcast. Visit

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04/17/2026

Happy Friday from Radio Cashiers! Another gorgeous week in Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire Valley—but remember, a statewide burn ban remains in effect across North Carolina. Current temps are in the upper 50s to low 60s, and the weekend starts warm and sunny before cooling off with showers late Saturday and a brisk Sunday. Get out and enjoy Gorges State Park, local live music, and early spring wildflowers, plus don’t miss a visit to Crowfoot Pottery for a fun, hands-on experience. Have a great weekend and tune in for more! Visit:

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