Visit NC Small Towns

Have you heard of Joe Bros Coffee House? If not… you have to go! ☕✨ Located inside @socialdepot_ just off Main Street in Forest City, this spot is quickly becoming a local favorite. While you’re there, you can also check out the new Twisted Pear and Hippy Cricket Designs!

Big news for Rutherford County! 👏 U.S. 64 into Bat Cave will officially reopen to all traffic this Saturday, March 28, after being closed for over a year following Hurricane Helene!

We’re sharing the stories of the people who never stopped believing in Lake Lure and the community that makes it so special. First up, we’re sitting down with Corey Coile, to hear what he’s most looking forward to as the lake prepares to reopen Memorial Day weekend!

The Twisted Pear has a new home in Forest City! Now located inside @socialdepot_, this local favorite is your spot to start and end the day. Fresh roasted coffee in the morning, 50 craft beers on tap in the evening, and one of the largest beer and wine bottle shops in the area!

🍸 No better way to celebrate National Cocktail Day than with a view! Tell us—where’s your favorite spot to grab a cocktail in Rutherford County? 🍹👇

Did you know Pie Safe Baking Company used to be a bank? 🏦🥧 Now, this beautiful historic 1923 building in the heart of Forest City is home to scratch-made pies, pastries, cheesecakes, and handcrafted espresso drinks!

⛳If you’re ready to get back on the course, The Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club at Tryon Resort is one of the best places to play in Western North Carolina. Book your next tee time at the link below and see why so many golfers keep coming back to Cleghorn! bit.ly/48zmnUI

Happy first day of spring! 🌸🌿 What’s on your spring adventure list? Hiking, shopping local, cozy coffee dates, or weekend getaways? Let us know where you’re headed this season! ☀️ #RutherfordCountyNC #FirstDayOfSpring #SmallTownAdventures #VisitNC #BlueRidgeFoothills

It’s time for some St. Patty’s Day shenanigans to begin! 🍀🍻 Celebrate at Mountain Haze Beer Garden in Rutherfordton — this family- and pup-friendly beer garden is the perfect place to sip on craft beers drinks while the kids and dogs enjoy the spacious outdoor area!

🍦✨ @scoopicecreamnc is officially reopening for the season, and we couldn’t be more excited! This old-fashioned ice cream shop is a local favorite for a reason — premium homemade, hand-dipped ice cream, classic shakes and floats, sundaes, splits, sorbets, and so much more!

From locally owned shops and boutiques to cozy cafés and delicious spots to eat, this small-town gem is full of charm, friendly faces, and one-of-a-kind finds. Add Rutherfordton to your list of places to visit and come experience why we love it so much! 🤍

Join us for the Legacy Soccer Park Grand Opening Celebration on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 4–6 PM in Forest City! 📍 Legacy Soccer Park 520 Piney Ridge Rd, Forest City

A Spindale favorite for a reason! 🍕🔥 Some of our favorite picks from the menu? 🥖 Garlic knots 🥪 Chicken parm sub 🍗 Buffalo and garlic parm wings 🍕 Large supreme pizza If you haven’t been yet, add Barley’s on Main Street to your Rutherford County must-try list!

Slow mornings, warm drinks, sweet treats, and the best kind of conversations with your favorite people. Stop by Main Street Coffee & Ice Cream in downtown Rutherfordton and make your next catch-up a little more special. ✨ Because everything is better over coffee and ice cream!

Moments that Matter Happen Here. Come make yours. 🔗 Tap the link below to explore and start planning! bit.ly/4u1VFyu #VisitNCSmallTowns #LakeLureNC #ChimneyRockNC #BlueRidgeFoothills #MomentsThatMatter

The water is rising, and with it, a new season for Lake Lure! After almost 20 months of dedicated work and steady progress, the lake is entering its final phase as it rises toward reopening. Together We Rise. Plan your visit at the link below! bit.ly/4adUBOt

Get ready to rumble! ⛰️💥 The Rumble at the Bald is the Southeast’s biggest outdoor ropes and bouldering competition, happening March 6–8, 2026 at Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure. Visit our website below for details and to register. bit.ly/4r48YeY

🌄We are back again with another month of events for you to immerse yourself in the agritourism that our towns have to offer! March 7th - bit.ly/478s3Wl March 14th & 21st - bit.ly/4rH3nwl bit.ly/4rMorli March 21st - bit.ly/3MYYaAT

🌿Join us on Saturday, March 7th, 2026 at 10:00 AM as we officially welcome Norris Park in Rutherfordton! 📍 156 Leroy Mull Drive, Rutherfordton, NC Mark your calendar, invite a friend, and come celebrate something truly special. We can’t wait to see you at Norris Park!

🐾 A must-stop for pet lovers on Main Street in Forest City! 🐾 If you’re strolling through downtown Forest City with a furry friend, be sure to pop into Paws & Purrs Barkery & Boutique! Check out their online store at the link below! bit.ly/4rKidT7