Harvesting Heritage Festival 2026
Sat, Sep 19
|Center for Pioneer Life
Join us for the 2026 Harvesting Heritage Festival at the Center for Pioneer Life! Enjoy pumpkin picking, live music, craft vendors, historic demos, and more—all set against the backdrop of our Appalachian homestead.
Time & Location
Sep 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, USA
Guests
About the event
Harvesting Heritage Festival 2026
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: The Center for Pioneer Life, 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC
Celebrate Appalachian traditions at the 2026 Harvesting Heritage Festival! Enjoy a full day of pumpkin picking, live music, historic craft demonstrations, and guided tours of our pioneer homestead. Shop from local artisans and savor seasonal bites from food vendors. Whether you're exploring with family or looking for a day steeped in culture and community, there’s something for everyone at this one-of-a-kind mountain festival.
After the festival, the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre will be performing Singing Mary: An Evening of Appalachian Ballads at 5:30pm. A combo ticket for both the festival and Singing Mary is available. More information can be found at https://www.pioneerlife.org/event-details-registration/singing-mary-an-evening-of-appalachian-ballads