Braden Rumfelt is a singer, songwriter, and musician from Murphy, North Carolina, whose powerful voice and heartfelt storytelling captured national attention on Season 24 of American Idol as a Top 5 Finalist. Raised in a musical family, Braden grew up performing bluegrass gospel music in church alongside his family, developing a deep love for music...

Don’t miss your chance to experience Dylan Scott live at the 114th Cherokee Indian Fair! General fair admission is $20, with no additional cost to catch the performance. Despite a multi-Platinum story and seven No. 1 singles, including two fresh smashes in 2025 alone, Curb Records hitmaker Dylan Scott has always kept an underdog mindset....

 Blaine Bailey is a Keetoowah Cherokee singer-songwriter from Tahlequah, Oklahoma, redefining country music with an uncompromising voice rooted in his heritage, community, and lived truth. A citizen of the United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians, Blaine first picked up a guitar as a kid at family jam sessions, soaking in the blues, classic rock, and...

Connect, celebrate, and the honor the bonds that make the Cherokee community so special!   Schedule of Events 8am: Gates Open/Breakfast 8:30am: Arrow & Dart Competition Begins 9:30am: Wood Chopping Presented By Big Y 10:30am: Lid Tossing Presented By Snowbird 11:30am: Frybread Eating Contest Presented By Yellowhill 12pm: Axe Throwing Presented By Wolftown 12:30pm: Dancing/Arm...

Don Burnstick is a Cree from the Alexander First Nation located outside of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Being the youngest of 15 children and growing up on the reserve taught Don a variety of coping mechanisms, most notably his sense of humor. His early life was steeped in violence and addiction. “I lived on the streets...

Something has awakened Spearfinger from her grave. Now, she has called the others from the darkness. Ancient creatures once whispered about around the fire are stirring again, summoned from the...

Guests will have the opportunity to explore Mountainside Theatre after dark and conduct their own paranormal investigations. Guides will be stationed throughout the theatre to share some of the unexplained...

Experience the thrill of classic cars and hot rods at the Cherokee Fall Rod Run. Held in Cherokee, NC, this exciting event showcases a wide array of vintage vehicles from...

The WNC Truck Show brings together automotive enthusiasts from across the region to celebrate custom truck culture and craftsmanship. The event features a diverse array of builds—from meticulously restored classic...

Get ready for a spooktacular night at Scareokee! This Halloween celebration in Cherokee, NC, is the perfect trick-or-treat event for families and community members of all ages. Enjoy an evening...

Hands on crafts and goodies for the whole family at the Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual. DIY activities: October 30, 9am - 3pm DIY activities & Open Air Market: October...

There has been an art heist, and we need your help to solve the case! Death of a Sgili, an original piece by EBCI artist John Henry Gloyne, has disappeared...