Marion, North Carolina
Upcoming Events in Marion North Carolina
April
| 27 | 
Hunter Jumper Charity Horse Show
- Magical Moments will be hosting a charity fundraising horse show. There will also be a silent auction and raffle at the show.Magical moments Therapeutic Riding Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our mission is to provide equine services to the McDowell County Community and surrounding counties for individuals with disabilities and/or psychosocial needs to achieve increased movement, health, and well-being using the benefits of the horse. The therapeutic team consists of therapists, certified instructors, and volunteers. With your entries and donations at our show you will be supporting this locally started and grown therapy center. We are launching a fundraising campaign to raise money to build a second center to better serve our community. The present location is no longer meeting the current needs of the therapeutic riding program. The second location will be a more comprehensive year-round program allowing for more services and serving more people. With this new facility the organization will support community needs within the scope of our expertise: not only physical, occupational, and speech therapies, but also behavioral/mental health therapies. The second location will be called Faith Equestrian Center. It will be located in the Glenwood area of McDowell County. Address: McDowell Saddle and Bridle Club, 4120 NC-226 , Marion, North Carolina |
May
| 11 | 
Western Charity Horse Show
- Magical Moments will be hosting a charity fundraising horse show. There will also be a silent auction and raffle at the show.Magical moments Therapeutic Riding Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our mission is to provide equine services to the McDowell County Community and surrounding counties for individuals with disabilities and/or psychosocial needs to achieve increased movement, health, and well-being using the benefits of the horse. The therapeutic team consists of therapists, certified instructors, and volunteers. With your entries and donations at our show you will be supporting this locally started and grown therapy center. We are launching a fundraising campaign to raise money to build a second center to better serve our community. The present location is no longer meeting the current needs of the therapeutic riding program. The second location will be a more comprehensive year-round program allowing for more services and serving more people. With this new facility the organization will support community needs within the scope of our expertise: not only physical, occupational, and speech therapies, but also behavioral/mental health therapies. The second location will be called Faith Equestrian Center. It will be located in the Glenwood area of McDowell County. Address: McDowell Saddle and Bridle Club, 4120 NC-226 , Marion, North Carolina |
July
| 4 |
July 4th Celebration
- Evening parade down Main Street in the heart of Historic Downtown Marion. Evening fireworks display. Exit 85 or 86 off I-40 to US 221/NC 226 North. Take the business route to downtown Marion. Address: Historic Carson House, Railroad Street , Marion, North Carolina |
| 4 |
Lucky Strike Mine Celebration
- Celebrate Independence Day with a large BBQ followed by fantastic fireworks display. $6 fee includes BBQ plate, fireworks display, music, and activities. Please call for reservations; all-day; Lucky Strike Gold Mine. Address: 51 Lucky Strike Drive , Marion, North Carolina |
September
| 24 |
Overmountain Victory Trail Encampment
- Part of the National Historic Trail marking march from Abingdon, VA to Kings Mountain, SC during the Revolutionary Way. Encampment features period clothing and historical re-enactments, near Marion. Exit 86 off I-40, US 226 south to Dysartsville. Address: Dysartsville Community Center, Old Hwy. 221/Linville Mountain Road , Marion, North Carolina |
November
| 24 - 25 |
Blue Ridge Artisan Show & Sale
- Featuring crafts from local artisans, including woodwork, paintings, photography, and various Christmas ornaments. November 24 - December 25 Exits 85 or 86 off I-40 to US 221/226 North (business) into downtown Marion. Address: McDowell Arts Council Gallery , Marion, North Carolina |
December
| 7 |
Marion Christmas Parade
- Annual event marking the beginning of the Christmas season. Free. 3:00pm; Main Street, Downtown Marion Exits 85 or 86 off I-40 to US 221/NC 226 North. Take business route to downtown Marion. Address: Historic Downtown , Marion, North Carolina |