April 21, 2012
Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Greening Up the Mountains street festival on Saturday, April 21 in downtown Sylva, about an hour's drive west of Asheville. This free festival celebrates the arrival of spring in the mountains, when the greening leaves work their way up the Great Smokies. It also celebrates the greening of the environment, with information about sustainable living and presentations by environmental groups.
Festival attendees enjoy a full day of activities, including: a parade, live music on two stages, 5K road race, displays from local artisans, a variety of food vendors, plus a children’s area.
A “market square” provides open-air space for farms, CSAs, nurseries, beekeepers and others to showcase traditional agricultural practices.
The music lineup features a trio of headliners along with local favorites.
The fun begins with a 5K run/walk at 9 a.m. Festival hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. .
Western Carolina University is seven miles down the road in Cullowhee. Nearby are the towns of Franklin, Cashiers, Highlands, Cherokee and Waynesville. Check out the nearby waterfalls around Highlands.
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Sylva Directions from Asheville: Take I-40 West to route 23/74 W towards Waynesville. Take 23/74W to 23/441 towards Dillsboro, Sylva and Franklin. 67 miles, 1 hour drive. |
