Step back in time at Historic Gold Hill Christmas in the Village. Join us for a weekend of holiday festivities including free photos with Santa, live entertainment, Christmas cupcake decorating and much more (see full schedule below flyer).
Join us for a delightful evening of entertainment, refreshments and warm holiday cheer while strolling through Historic Gold Hill and its quaint shops. Tickets are on sale now at the Village shops – $18 per person. Advance purchase is recommended as this event does sell out.
The day begins at 9am with Arts, Crafts, Heritage Living Displays, Gold Panning and more throughout the park. Tractors, Hit & Miss Engines and Civil War Living History will be on display at the Log Barn. The Founders Day Parade begins at 10am followed by Entertainment at the Amphitheater at 11am. History Hayrides take place throughout the afternoon through the 70 acre park to sites including the Gold Hill Pond and the Powder House. The North Carolina Bluegrass Association will host music at the Amphitheater. Children can join the fun of finding gold nuggets hidden throughout the park. The nuggets can be used during the festival to purchase select items at the Park Information Booth.
General Info:704-267-9439
Parade: 704-279-5777
Arts/Crafts/Exhibitors: 704-279-1630
HISTORY HAYRIDES
Hayrides to the Gold Hill Pond and Powder House will be scheduled throughout the afternoon beginning at noon. Ride tickets may be purchased at the Assay Office/Post Office Museum across street from the Jail. Tickets are $1 per rider.
MUSIC SCHEDULE
11:15 – Strings of Victory
12:00 – Grass Strings
1:00 – Jean Luc Leroux
2:00 – Gold Line Bluegrass
3:00 – TBA
4:00 – SASAFRAS
6:00 – End of Show
GOLD NUGGET SEARCH
Kids 10 & Under will enjoy the thrill of hunting for gold nuggets in the park. The nuggets may be used to purchase trinkets or candy at the Historic Foundation Food Booth by the Bridge in the park.
FIRE HOUSE SAFETY
The Gold Hill Fire Department will host Fire House Safety Training for kids. Stop by to say hello and show your appreciation to the fire fighters who risk their lives to save ours every day. The Gold Hill Fire Department Auxiliary will also be on hand.
FOUNDER’S DAY PARADE
The parade begins at 10am. All units and riders should plan to arrive at the Gold Hill Fire Dept. beginning at 9am. Line-up is along Baptist Church Road which turns off of US Hwy Old 80 beside the Fire Dept. The parade ends at Old Beatty Ford Road. The easiest exit for all units wishing to return to the Fire Department should turn left and go a quarter mile then turn left on US Hwy Old 80 (dirt road).
Join us on Saturday, August 25 from 4 – 7 PM for an evening filled with fun for the family. Merchants will be hosting games and activities throughout Historic Gold Hill Village with the chance for children to win prizes. Rowan County EMS will be there with vehicles for the children to explore, and Wendy’s Dawg Hut be there with tasty hotdogs and sausage.
The Ghost Walk is rain or shine by the light of the moon. Groups will be sent out in the order that tickets are purchased. Please be prepared to wait if you are not in one of the first groups. Shops will be open for your to browse and live music will be taking place at Morgan Ridge Winery tasting room.
Join us on Saturday, July 28 for a guided stroll through the Village that includes five stops to hear tales about Gold Hill’s local ghosts and hauntings. Tickets are $5 per person (children under 6 are fee) and go on sale at 7 PM at the Arbor. Groups of 20 to 25 will depart every 10 minutes starting at 8 PM. The walk is less than a mile and including the five stops for ghost stories will take approximately 75 minutes.
Tall Tale Tellers’ Registration Form 2018
Are you the best tall tale teller in town? If so, join us on Saturday, June 9th for the 2nd Annual Historic Village of Gold Hill Tall Tale Tellers Festival. There is a $5 entry fee for tale tellers and the chance to win cash prizes for the top 3 tales. Tall Tale Tellers will be limited to the first 20 registrants so register now!
Listening to the tales are free so bring a chair/blanket and settle in and enjoy listening to the tallest tales in Gold Hill.
Come out to quaint Historic Gold Hill Village for the Gold Rush Days’ Art & Craft Festival from 10 AM to 5 PM. Local artisan will be throughout the Village showcasing and selling their hand-made work.
Interested in being a vendor? Click link below for an application.
Gold Rush Days 2018 Vendor Application
