Events

Save the date for the Kananesgi Art Show! This judged art competition event highlights the best EBCI artists and crafters. View over 1,000 pieces of Cherokee original art. More details to come.

Save the date for the Kananesgi Fashion Show! Enjoy a runway of custom designed fashion worn and created by Indigenous people followed by a Trunk Show where you can purchase looks straight from the runway. More details to come.

Food Truck Boot Camp Returns to Cherokee This November Aspiring food truck owners and mobile food entrepreneurs can take their business dreams to the next level at Food Truck Boot Camp, November 17–20, 2025, in Cherokee, NC. Hosted by the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems (EMFS) project in collaboration with...

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the Enchanted Island of Lights in Cherokee, NC. This enchanting display transforms the island into a winter wonderland, featuring dazzling light installations, festive decorations, and seasonal music. Visitors of all ages can stroll through the illuminated pathways, marvel at the twinkling lights, and soak in the holiday...