Events
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2026 Community Easter Event
Old Acquani Expo Center (Old High School Site) 1501 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesGather the family and hop on over for an evening of Easter fun at the Community Easter Event! With a football field covered in Easter eggs, exciting bouncy houses, an obstacle course, and inflatable games, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Time: 5 PM – 8 PM Admission: Free What to Expect: Easter Egg Hunt...
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2026 Cherokee Spring Rod Run
Old Acquani Expo Center (Old High School Site) 1501 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesCome join us for the Spring '26 Cruise the Smokies Rod Run! Thousands in cash giveways, Tool Box Raffle, Cooler Scooter Raffle, Vendors, Event Merchandise, Food Vendors, Music, and plenty of awesome Classics, Muscle Cars, Trucks and Hot Rods! Keep an eye out for the Valve Cover racing and Youth Model Car contest on Saturday!
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Music by the River
Kanunohi Park Stage 960 Tsalagi Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for live music Friday and Saturday featuring a performance by Holden Le Dinh! Music will run from 6pm - 9pm. Stop by, grab a local treat, enjoy the live performance by the Oconaluftee River!
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Music by the River
Kanunohi Park Stage 960 Tsalagi Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for live music Friday and Saturday featuring a performance by Crocodile Smile and Robert Wolfe! Music will run from 6pm – 9pm. Stop by, grab a local treat, enjoy the live performance by the Oconaluftee River!
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Music by the River
Kanunohi Park Stage 960 Tsalagi Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for live music Friday and Saturday featuring a performance by Lori & The Freightshakers and Robert Wolfe! Music will run from 6pm – 9pm. Stop by, grab a local treat, enjoy the live performance by the Oconaluftee River!
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Cherokee Bike Festival
Old Acquani Expo Center (Old High School Site) 1501 Acquoni Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesEmbrace the beauty of biking and Cherokee all in one! FIRE MOUNTAIN ENDURO • FIRE MOUNTAIN XC • BMX COMP Experience an unforgettable weekend of racing, music, and community in the heart of Cherokee Nation. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or just love the thrill of cycling, there’s something for everyone: Enduro, Cross-Country, and an...
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Music by the River
Kanunohi Park Stage 960 Tsalagi Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for live music Friday and Saturday featuring a performance by Derek Galarza! Music will run from 6pm – 9pm. Stop by, grab a local treat, enjoy the live performance by the Oconaluftee River!
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2026 Visitor Celebration Day
Cherokee Welcome Center 498 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for Visitor Celebration Day, a special event dedicated to showing appreciation for our visitors! Enjoy a full day of entertainment, food, and community fun! Admission: Free What to Expect: Live music and entertainment Stickball demonstrations Traditional dancers Giveaways Local vendors with unique crafts and goods Food trucks and food vendors Interested in being...
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Music by the River
Kanunohi Park Stage 960 Tsalagi Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for live music Friday and Saturday featuring a performance by Sabella Band! Music will run from 6pm – 9pm. Stop by, grab a local treat, enjoy the live performance by the Oconaluftee River!
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2026 Memorial Day Fish Tournament
General Fishing Waters Cherokee, North CarolinaPrepare for an exciting weekend of competitive fishing at the Annual EBCI Memorial Day Fish Tournament, where $10,000 in cash prizes is up for grabs! This two-day tagged fish tournament challenges anglers of all skill levels to test their strategy, patience, and precision in the pristine waters of Cherokee. Registration Deadline: Friday, May 22, 2025...
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2026 7 Clans Rodeo
181 Tsali Blvd Cherokee, North Carolina, United StatesGet ready for two nights of thrilling rodeo action at the 13th Annual Seven Clans Rodeo! Watch as top riders take on bucking broncos and raging bulls, while fearless rodeo clowns keep the excitement going. This SRA-sanctioned event will feature skilled competitors in bull riding, bronco riding, saddle bronc, and barrel racing. Gates Open: 5...
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Music by the River
Kanunohi Park Stage 960 Tsalagi Road, Cherokee, NC, United StatesJoin us for live music Friday and Saturday featuring a performance by Kayla McKinney! Music will run from 6pm – 9pm. Stop by, grab a local treat, enjoy the live performance by the Oconaluftee River!

