Events Near Bryson City
At NGX, we love being apart of the outdoor community! Here are upcoming local adventures, classes, and meetups happening in our area. Grab your gear and join in! —and if you need help getting geared up, we are here for you
September 18th-21st 2025
Gauley Fest
This year's theme is Bridal, and along with epic whitewater rafting and kayaking, there will be a costume contest and live music. Donations will support River Conservation.
Location: Nicholas County Veterans Memorial Park, Summersville, WV
September 27th & 28th at 8am
Nanty Fest
This is to celebrate the final Nantahala Upper and Cascades release of the year. There will be live music as, well as local artisans and crafts.
Flow Release:
9/27 300 CFS 10 am -5 pm
9/28 425 CFS 10 am - 3 pm
9/28 250 CFS 3 pm -5 pm
Location: Nantahala Outdoor Center, Bryson City, NC
September 27th & 28th at 8am
The 50th Annual Outdoorsman Triathlon
It’s a 1-mile swim, a 4-mile run, and an 8-mile canoe paddle. People wanting to compete solo will do so on Saturday, and those who want to be part of a team will compete on Sunday. This is also the oldest continuous triathlon in the US.
Location: Little Tennessee River
September 27th at 8:30am
Mountain Heritage Days 5k walk/run
Enjoy a family/friendly walk or run before heading over to the 50th annual Heritage Festival!
Location: Cullowhee, NC (WCU campus)
October 11th at 9am
Payson’s Run 10k
Challenging trail course, with a 2 hour time limit.
Location: Nantahala Outdoor Center, Bryson City, NC
October 18th 5pm
Spooky 5k
Hosted by Swain County DSS. Proceeds help benefit the elderly and foster care children of Swain County.
Location: Great Smoky Mountain Event Park 1130 Hyatt Creek Road Bryson City, NC 28713
October 24, 11am - October 26, 8pm
Guest Appreciation Festival (GAF)
Celebrating the end of the adventure season together with live music, artisan market, and of course the used gear market!
Location: Nantahala Outdoor Center, Bryson City NC
November 7th, 8th, and 9th, from 9am - 6pm
Women’s Pedal Fest
Celebration of women in mountain biking with bike clinics, local rides, and, of course, food and music.
Location: Nantahala Outdoor Center
November 23rd at 12pm
Cherokee 5k Turkey Strut
You have the option of either running in person on the 23rd or completing the run any time on your own between November 16th and 24th. ALL of the proceeds go to Love People Well charity.
Location: Kituwah Mound, 3831 Ela Road, Bryson City, NC 28713
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