Planning ahead as a crafter — or as a visitor hoping to catch a great local fair — can be tricky in a region as spread out as Western North Carolina. Festivals, especially the smaller, local ones, don't always show up in one obvious place. We've listed some of the best resources we've found for discovering what's happening, where, and when.

Crafter's Camera posts a new episode every Monday, featuring a different Western North Carolina artisan and their craft. If you're a crafter interested in being featured, please reach out via our Contact form--we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to plan your visit or your feature? Check the Regional options and watch each county come into focus.