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CoMMA

Arts & Entertainment

H ere in the foothills of the Blue Ridge, Try ziplining, sky-walking, tree-trekking, and cargo
Morganton is becoming a vibrant center for
climbing all in one adventure with Beanstalk Zipline,
dining and the arts. A notable organization
Advisor. Adaptive ziplining is available for everyone of
putting us on the map is Burke Arts Council, founded rated Morganton’s #1 outdoor attraction by Trip
in 1977. The downtown gallery features exhibition all ages and abilities.
and artist receptions representing dozens of artists
annually. Art classes and workshops in a variety of There is something appealing about sitting on a bar
media are offered for everyone. The organization’s stool next to a stranger and leaving knowing each
signature event, Art on the Square, unites artists other’s names – you’ll find that at the Fonta Flora
across North Carolina on the old Courthouse lawn. Brewery tasting room in Morganton and The Levee
The annual October Oyster Outing returned in Brewery and Pub in Valdese. In addition to the
2022. It’s their signature fundraiser and we love the brews, you can order snacks and tasty dishes, and
seafood, the camaraderie – all for the arts! In the enjoy pub games and entertainment including live
spring, the Arts Council will open a new headquarters music. Go ahead and buy beer in a store if you’re far
in Downtown Morganton. away, but being nearby makes a visit worth it all.

The Historic Morganton Festival presents its 41st For world-class performances, a visit to CoMMA
annual festival downtown September 8 & 9, rain or will make you feel like you’re living in the Big City –
shine. The festival features free music each evening, read more about CoMMA on page 24. Old Colony
Kid Zone fun with rides and games, food for all ages, Players is a community theater company presenting
productions year-round.
plus arts and crafts vendors. Twelve free Concerts
on the Square are also made possible by the Historic For more on arts and
Morganton Festival throughout the summer.
entertainment, visit Burke
Chamber of Commerce in
The Catawba Valley is along the Catawba River downtown Morganton and
and between the foothills of the Blue Ridge and check out the Membership
South Mountains near Morganton. Take a tour of the Directory in this publication
Catawba Valley Wine Trail and savor the offerings to get involved in the
of five regional wineries. Each winery along our Wine growing cultural scene
Trail offers wine tastings and tours while providing of Burke County.
picturesque surroundings for enjoying a picnic or
sharing a bottle of wine with friends.

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