Town & Trail Festival in Hot Springs, NC
A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail!
Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more!
Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever!
On May 2nd and 3rd, we invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people who love Hot Springs and have visited over the years, along with our hardworking neighbors—to come together and celebrate how far we’ve come!
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100% of festival proceeds will be donated to Rebuild Hot Springs Area.
Since 1987, Trailfest has been a cherished tradition in Hot Springs, NC. As the first town Appalachian Trail hikers reach on their journey, we love nothing more than celebrating those adventurers with music, delicious food, and fun & games. But this year, the celebration goes beyond the trail—it’s about community, resilience, and the spirit of rebuilding together. That is why we are calling this weekend Town & Trail Fest!
Friday:
Volunteer Day
Appalachian Campfire: Ballads and Stories
Saturday:
Town of Hot Springs “Ribbon Cutting”
Live Music
Duck Race
Food & Vendors
Contra Dance
Cornhole Tournament
Hiker Fashion Show
Town Night!
Hiker Brunch
See website for location and time details.
