Cherokee Blog

The second annual Kananesgi Fashion Show featuring traditional and contemporary Cherokee fashions by Cherokee designers takes place on Saturday, August 17 at Cherokee Central Schools from 6 to 9 p.m. Guests can see—and shop—the fashions at the marketplace, as well as meet with the creators. 

To help you plan your next outdoor adventure in Cherokee, NC, we put together this guide of 15 hikes organized by driving distance. Choose your own adventure: waterfalls, scenic overlooks, creeks, streams, and wildflowers are all within reach! Discover a nice mix of easy hikes for the whole family, as well as some more moderate hikes if you’re looking for a challenge. (Photo by AndreDPhotography)

Introduce your children to a love of fishing at the annual Talking Trees Children’s Trout Derby in Cherokee, NC, on August 2–3, 2019. This beloved, free annual event is for children ages 3-11. Enjoy hours of fishing fun with a chance to win awesome prizes!

On Monday, July 22, visiting groups from five countries will gather in Cherokee, NC, to demonstrate traditional games and activities from their homelands as part of the Cherokee World Games, presented by Folkmoot. The Cherokee Friends from the Museum of the Cherokee Indian will demonstrate and talk about traditional games including atlatl competitions, chunkey, marbles, and stickball. These ancient games hold a special place in Cherokee tradition. Not familiar with these games? Read on to learn more!

Dancers, drummers, and singers from many Native American nations will come together again this year to share their talents at the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ 44th Annual 4th of July Powwow on Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 7. See hundreds of competitors of all ages, from Tiny Tots (five and under) to the Golden Age (55 and older). This ticketed event is open the public. Everyone is invited to hear, watch, enjoy, and learn about Native American cultures in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. We hope you will join us!