What makes a particular mountain town great? From walkable downtown areas with great shops and restaurants to a wealth of natural beauty and outdoor adventures, everyone has their own qualifying ...

BANNER ELK – The Woolly Worm Festival returns to downtown Banner Elk on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18 and 19, 2025, celebrating 48 years of tradition and community support. After a one-year ...

BANNER ELK, N.C. — Most of Banner Elk's restaurants and shops reopen this week after nearly two months of recovery and repair efforts following Helene. Town officials said business owners in the area ...

This holiday season is extra special for the town of Banner Elk NC, coming one year after climbing out from under the ...

Sitting at 3,740 feet above sea level, Banner Elk reigns over the North Carolina High Country and its majestic views. In the fall, leafers can enjoy peak color for several weeks by driving, hiking, ...

BANNER ELK, N.C. — It's going to take a lot of heavy lifting to clean up the Town of Banner Elk in western North Carolina. The tourist community is currently grappling with the devestation caused by ...