Holidays in Highlands, NC
Your Highlands Home
for the Holidays
Highlands glows a little brighter for the holidays. Stroll twinkle-lit Main Street, catch beloved downtown traditions, then retreat to our wooded 4.5 acres for fire pits, Nordic sauna sessions, and cozy nights at Highlands Supper Club in our historic Joe Webb log cabin.
Holiday Happenings
Ice Skating at Founders ParkThu–Sun Til Early March
Strap on your skates and take a whirl on the ice at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park off Main St. Cost is $8 with or without skate rental.
Thu–Sun Til Early March
Strap on your skates and take a whirl on the ice at Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park off Main St. Cost is $8 with or without skate rental.
Holiday Market at the BascomTue, Nov 4 - Sat, Dec 27
Discover unique, handcrafted gifts by local and regional artists, including members of The Bascom Clay Studio—perfect for everyone on your list.
Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Dec 27
Discover unique, handcrafted gifts by local and regional artists, including members of The Bascom Clay Studio—perfect for everyone on your list.
Snow Tubing at Highlands OutpostOpen Daily (Seasonal)
In search of fun for the whole family? Head on over to Highlands Outpost where you can enjoy snow tubing and rides on the Scaly Mountain Screamer.
Open Daily (Seasonal)
In search of fun for the whole family? Head on over to Highlands Outpost where you can enjoy snow tubing and rides on the Scaly Mountain Screamer.
Blues Night at Ruffed Grouse TavernThursdays 6-8PM
At Highlander Mountain House, come enjoy “Blues Night” with Scott Low. This is a recurring live music event, offering a relaxed setting for guests to enjoy blues music, food, and drinks.
Thursdays 6-8PM
At Highlander Mountain House, come enjoy “Blues Night” with Scott Low. This is a recurring live music event, offering a relaxed setting for guests to enjoy blues music, food, and drinks.
Bluegrass at The Ugly Dog Public HouseWednesdays 6PM
Bundle up and head on over to “the Dog” each Wednesday for some live bluegrass music. It’ll get your toes tappin’ and warm you up!
Wednesdays 6PM
Bundle up and head on over to “the Dog” each Wednesday for some live bluegrass music. It’ll get your toes tappin’ and warm you up!
Cheese and TippleJanuary 15
The perfect event for all cheese and wine enthusiasts! Learn the basics of tasting and pairing, sip wine, and chat about cheese at One Wicker Cheese Co.
January 15
The perfect event for all cheese and wine enthusiasts! Learn the basics of tasting and pairing, sip wine, and chat about cheese at One Wicker Cheese Co.
Seasonal Packages
Wrap up savings and seasonal perks made for Highlands—think cozy rooms and festive touches that make parade nights and twinkle-lit strolls effortless.
S’more to Explore
So much to explore, even s’more to enjoy! Stay Sunday–Thursday and receive a $25 Market credit plus a s’mores kit for roasting by the fire and making sweet memories under the stars.
Holiday Magic Hour
Make your getaway glow. With the Holiday Magic Hour Package, you’ll enjoy a Ranger Station Magic Hour candle and a $25 market credit—just the right extras to warm up your stay.
Fall in Love
Make it a stay you won't forget. Enjoy a culinary welcome amenity with wine, $100 credit to Highlands Supper Club, and late check-out for a perfect romantic getaway.
Seasonal Programming
From Campfire & Cocoa Nights to Nordic spa sessions and downtown festivities, our calendar is stacked with cozy, only-in-Highlands moments.
Campfire & Cocoa Nights
Available Daily
Steaming cocoa by the fire under pine-tipped stars. Swap stories, then stroll back warm and happy.
Appalachian Holiday Tea
Select Days in December
Gather your friends and step into the warmth of our log cabin to enjoy an Appalachian take on the Afternoon tea.
Paint (By Numbers) and Sip
Every Saturday
You're never too old for a little arts & crafts, and they're even more fun with a bottle of wine.
Gift Cards
Give the Gift of Trailborn
Now you can share the Trailborn experience with your loved ones. Our new gift cards are redeemable for hotel stays and dining at our restaurants–perfect for every traveler and tastemaker on your list.
Schoolhouse x Trailborn
Deck the Halls,
Trailborn Edition
Our mountain lodge is feeling extra festive, thanks to our friends at Schoolhouse. From warm, glowy lighting to timeless cabin-inspired accents, every detail was chosen to make Trailborn Highlands feel like the coziest spot in the Blue Ridge this season.
Love the way the lodge looks right now? Bring that same candlelit, cabin-for-the-holidays vibe home—tap the button below to shop the Schoolhouse x Trailborn Highlands collection.
