Creative Experiences

Authentic cultural adventures abound throughout North Carolina: Music, Crafts, Literature, Places, and Performances. Find events, explore our heritage, and discover artists.

Some of America’s richest traditional arts - including bluegrass, ballad singing, gospel, blues music and pottery making - originated and still thrive here. North Carolina is also home to innovative modern creative expression, including the American Dance Festival, Full Frame Film Festival and some of the best contemporary artists working in glass and other materials.

Participate in distinctive arts experiences through guidebooks and web-based resources:

• North Carolina Cultural Trails: Arts and culture experiences are a click away. Explore Literary North Carolina, Blue Ridge Music, North Carolina Craft, Historic Happy Valley, and more.
• NCArtsEveryday: Find out what’s happening. Follow the latest news about Creative North Carolina, including the Poet Laureate opportunities for artists, and seasonal cultural activities.
• Cultural Events Calendar: Includes highlights of events and links to statewide network of arts and cultural activities.