President:Todd Mullinax

2019 Apple Ambassador:Kaitlyn Hart Ledbetter

2019 Parade Grand Marshal:Tom Orr

For more details, see our website: www.ncapplefestival.org

Or contact us at: NC Apple Festival, IncorporatedP.O. Box 886 • Hendersonville, NC 28793

828-697-4557 | apple@ncapplefestival.org | #applefest

August 30 – September 2(Always Labor Day Weekend!)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30Buddy-K Big Band

Traditional Big Band Music

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31Super 60s

Music from the musically-rich decade of the 1960s.

RivermistClassic Rock and Variety Band

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 120 Ride

America’s #1 Zac Brown Tribute Band – American Country/Folk music at its finest.

Hip PocketParty, Beach, Motown, Soul and Hot New Country

For complete schedule, check out our website’s daily schedule at

www.ncapplefestival.org

Fields Auto Group, the premier luxury auto group, will have various models from our Asheville area dealerships-

BMW • Mercedes-Benz • Land RoverJaguar • Mazda • Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram!

A full selection of models from each brand...including rare performance cars!

Come talk with a “Genius” from each brand as they demonstrate all the awesome cars and trucks that the

Fields Auto Group offers in WNC!

Awesome Fields Auto Group giveaways and goodies will also be given away!

NCLLC

Special thanks to the City of Hendersonville WTZQ

FM 95.3AM 1600AM 1600

Carolina Farm Credit

Approved Logos

Presented by

Apple Festival Window Display ContestFriday-Monday, Aug. 30-Sept. 2 Located at Businesses and Storefronts throughout HendersonvilleJudging takes place on Thursday prior to festival opening with 1st/2nd/3rd place awarded. Applications can be found at: applecountry.org. Displays remain throughout festival.Sponsors: Apple Country Engine & Tractor Assoc. & Hendersonville Merchants & Business Assoc. For more information call 828-435-0413 or AppleCountry.org

Kiwanis Pancake BreakfastFriday, Aug. 30 7 am-10 amFirst Baptist Church of Hendersonville312 5th Ave. W., HendersonvilleOfficial kickoff of NC Apple Festival! Pancake Breakfast annual fundraiser for the Hendersonville Kiwanis ClubSponsor- Hendersonville Kiwanis Club. Tickets: $8.00 per person all you can eat. Children under 6 eat free. For more information, call 828-329-3618

Apple Recipe ContestFriday, Aug. 30 8 am-12 pmFirst Citizens Bank Plaza, Main St & 6th AveRegistration forms available at the NC Cooperative Extension CenterSponsors: NC Cooperative Extension & NC Apple Festival. For more information call 828-697-4891

Apple Festival Opening CeremonyFriday, Aug. 30 10 amHistoric Courthouse Main St & 1st AveAnnouncement of the recipient of United Community Bank’s Apple Farmer of the Year AwardSponsored by NC Apple Festival

BloodmobileFriday-Sunday, Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-6 pmLocated at 4th Ave & Main StDrop in to help save a life in our community or to learn about giving blood.Sponsored by The Blood ConnectionFor more information call 828-233-5301

Apple Taste Testing/Beekeepers Educational Booth Friday-Sunday, Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-8 pmNC Cooperative Extension Center and Blue Ridge Apple Growers Association will be conducting the Annual Apple Taste Test. Festival attendees have the chance to sample a variety of apples and provide feedback. Also the Henderson County Beekeepers Association will have an educational booth and offer honey samples.Booth located between 5th Ave & 6th Ave in front of Kilwin’sSponsored by NC Cooperative Extension Center, Blue Ridge Apple Growers Association & Henderson County Beekeepers Association

Henderson County Heritage MuseumFriday-Saturday, Aug. 30 & Aug. 31 10 am-5 pmSunday, Sept. 1 1 pm-5 pmMonday, Sept. 2 10 am-2 pm1 Historic Courthouse Sq Ste 4, HendersonvilleCelebrate the Golden Age (1899-1929) with a scale model exhibit of the Saluda Grade; Early architects of Henderson County; a 1900s General Store; the Historical 7th Avenue District; area summer camp exhibit; The Ridge exhibit; American Red Cross exhibit; and military displays of the Civil War through Desert Storm.Free Admission. Sponsored by Henderson County Heritage Museum. For more information call 828-694-5007 or visit HendersonCountyMuseum.com

North Carolina Apple Festival Downtown Street FairFriday-Monday Aug. 30-Sept. 2 DailyTo provide for a safe parade route, Monday will reflect a mini street fairLocated on Main StHistoric Downtown Hendersonville lined with Art/Crafts, Food, Local Non-Profit and Apple Grower VendorsSponsored by NC Apple Festival

Historic Downtown Hendersonville Merchants Sidewalk SalesFriday-Sunday Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-6 pmVisit merchants on Main St (Allen to 7th Ave) and adjacent avenues-Enjoy fantastic shopping and great sales during the Apple Festival from our wide variety of downtown merchants.Sponsored by City of Hendersonville Downtown Program. For more information call 828-233-3205

Wells Fargo Kiddie CarnivalFriday-Sunday Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-9 pmMonday, Sept. 2 10 am-4 pmWells Fargo Bank and Visitor Center Parking LotsRides and entertainment geared for younger children. Some restrictions may apply. Tickets: $1.00-$3.00 per activity. Sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank

Local MarketSaturday, Aug. 31 8 am-1pmMaple Street @ the Historic DepotFeaturing farm product and produce vendors from Henderson County and western North Carolina in Hendersonville’s historic Depot District, just off Main. Head east down 5th Avenue and take a left on Maple Street for fantastic local shopping! Transportation from the Apple Festival to the Market and back will be provided. Pick up / drop off at City Hall on 5th Ave.Free Admission. Sponsored by Downtown Hendersonville. For more information DowntownHendersonville.org

Mineral & Lapidary Museum Open House Friday-Sunday, Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-6 pmMonday, Sept. 2 10 am-1 pm400 N Main St, HendersonvilleSpecial Exhibit: New Acquisitions – North Carolina & More. Free Admission. Sponsor Mineral & Lapidary Museum of Henderson County. For more information call 882-698-1977

38th Annual Gem & Mineral Spectacular Friday-Sunday, Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-6 pmMonday, Sept. 2 10 am-5 pmWhitmire Activity Bldg., 310 Lily Pond Rd., HendersonvilleThe Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society’s 38th Annual Gem & Mineral Spectacular Show & Sale theme is Fossil Extravaganza. The show will feature dealers selling fossils, minerals, gemstones, and jewelry as well as lapidary demonstrations (gemstone cutting and jewelry making), exhibits of fossils, gems, and jewelry, hourly door prizes, pick-a-pearl, and a snack bar. Admission: Adults $5.00. Children 12 & under free w/paid adult. Free Parking. Sponsored by Henderson County Gem & Mineral Society. For more information call 828-877-4073

Vintage Tees at Piggy’s & Harry’sFriday-Monday Aug. 30-Sept. 2 11 am-8 pm102 Duncan Hill Rd, HendersonvilleVintage “T”shirts from previous Apple Festivals Sponsored by Piggy’s Ice Cream and Harry’s GrillFor more information call 828-692-1995

Pardee Hospital - First AidFriday-Monday Aug. 30-Sept. 2 DailyCorner of Main and 3rd AveOn Friday, you can meet a few of our local physicians at our first aid tent. All weekend, drop by our “cool zone tent” for some relief from the heat. Sponsored by Pardee UNC Health Care

Laurel Park Village Shopping Center Sidewalk Sales, Car Show and Music VenueLaurel Park Village – US Hwy 64 WSIDEWALK SALEFriday & Saturday, Aug. 30 & 31 10 am-5 pmVisit the Laurel Park Village Merchants for the annual Sidewalk Sale. You will find unbelievable savings on the finest quality merchandise. Great restaurants too! Plenty of Free Parking & Covered Walkways.

CAR SHOWSaturday-Aug. 31 11 am-3 pmFeaturing Blue Ridge T-Riders Antique Model T-Ford Club and the British Car Club of WNC

MUSIC BY QUARTERHOUSESaturday-Aug. 31 1 pm-3 pmSponsored by Laurel Park Merchants Association For more information call 828-697-7781

Lion’s Big Country BreakfastSaturday, Aug. 31 7 am-10:30 amFirst Baptist Church Gym, 4th Ave & Washington StFull Country Breakfast featuring eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, grits, biscuits, gravy, stewed apples, juices, coffee, milk. Silent Auction and Lions Brooms available. Tickets: $8.00. Children 6 and under free with adult ticket.Sponsored by Hendersonville Lions Foundation For more information call 828-436-0001

Apple Festival Races Presented by Hunter SubaruSaturday, Aug. 31 6:30 am – day of Registration 8 am-10 am – Race & Awards805 6th Ave W., HendersonvilleThis road race includes 3 options for runners: individual 8k, Team of 4 5k, and Chick-fil-A mini moo run. 8k and 5k participants who register before Aug. 1st are guaranteed a shirt, awards are given to the top 3 male & females in traditional age categories. All mini moo mile participants receive a finisher’s prize. Join us for a fun morning of family, health, and celebration of Henderson County! Participation Fee: $100 team 5k, $10 mini-moo mile, $30 8k before Aug. 28th, $40 8k after Aug. 28thSponsored by Henderson County Chamber of Commerce. For more information call 828-692-1413 Apple Festival Apple TourSaturday, Aug. 31 10 am-1 pmStarts at Extension Office - 100 Jackson Park Rd, HendersonvilleTour includes the Apple Variety Block, a Packing Facility and a Direct Market apple fruit stand. At last stop, apples, snacks and lunch will be available for purchase.Participation Fee $20.00 (Advance Registration Required). Sponsors: NCCE-Henderson CountyFor more information call 828-697-4891

Main Street Baptist Worship and HospitalityFriday-Sunday, Aug. 30-Sept. 1 10 am-6 pmMain Street Baptist Church, 202 South Main StWorship Sunday, Sept. 1-Bible Study 9 am and Worship 10 am. Come to the Sunday worship service and afterwards leave your car in the church lot and enjoy the festival. Rest or enjoy your meal at tables and covered areas provided. Free balloons and gifts for children and your family. Free Admission. Sponsored by Main Street BaptistFor more information call 828-692-4132 or email mainstreetbaptist202@gmail.com

WNC Air Museum Open House and Air Craft RidesFriday-Monday, Aug. 30-Sept. 2 10 am-5 pm1340 E Gilbert St, Corner of Gilbert St & Brooklyn Ave (Near HVL Airport)Airplanes of the 1930’s, 1940’s and 1950’s are on display. Children may sit in some of the real airplanes. Many models and pictures are also on display. Air Craft rides available for a fee in a WWII Stearman.Free Admission and Parking.Sponsored by WNC Air Museum, Inc.For more information, call 828-606-1252

Breakfast with the ElksSunday, Sept. 1 7 am-12 pm546 N Justice St., HendersonvilleA full breakfast featuring pancakes, eggs, sausage, biscuits, gravy, apples, coffee, and juice. Tickets $7.00 in advance. $8.00 at the door.Sponsored by Hendersonville Elks Lodge 1616For more information call 828-693-3424

Antique Aircraft Flyby (Kickoff for Parade)Monday, Sept. 2Vintage aircraft will fly over Main Street prior to Parade startSponsored by WNC Air Museum

King Apple Parade Monday, Sept. 2 2:30 pmN Main St at Five Points to Caswell StGrand Marshall-Tom Orr2019 Apple Ambassador-Kaitlyn Ledbetter Entry fees varyFor more information call 828-697-4557

All events and performances are subject to change and /or cancellation without notice. Check www.ncapplefestival.org for changes.

Public RestroomsPublic Restroom Trailers are available on Fifth Ave West; First Ave East and Barnwell Ave West. These are

fully functional and air-conditioned units. Beside each of these Trailers are Family Units which include Baby changing tables. Our thanks to the Master’s Messengers for keeping these units clean all weekend.

Please leave your pets comfortably at home. Hendersonville’s Code

of Ordinances prohibits pets within the boundaries of

Special Events. Service animals excepted.

Check our website for complete and updated information! www.ncapplefestival.org

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