Immerse yourself in the food, the culture, and the music of the mountains.
All events can be booked online by clicking the links below. Additional fees apply.
A GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards, Darren Nicholson has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years at the Grand Ole Opry out of Nashville Tennessee, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range, Darren now spends his time recording, writing new songs, and performing. You can catch Darren almost every week sharing the music he loves, traveling both nationally and internationally – as a solo artist, with his own Darren Nicholson Band, or in collaboration with other musicians.
Wednesday, June 3 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Sunday, June 7 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Brian Ashley Jones, a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film, television and radio. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, TN.
Wednesday, June 10 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Join us at sunset as we welcome the Astronomy Club of Asheville for an evening of stargazing. Come early and join us for dinner or a cocktail beforehand. A hot beverage and Chef Hannah’s sweet treats will be offered at our historic barn for gazers to enjoy.
Should the weather and viewing conditions not allow for clear viewing guests will be refunded & invited to join on another date.
Saturday, June 13 – 8 p.m.
$40 per person
Join Chef Matt for an immersive, hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of great barbecue at The Forge, our outdoor kitchen set against the backdrop of the mountains. This instructional experience is designed to demystify the art of smoking, offering guests a guided look into the techniques and traditions behind authentic barbecue.
Following the demonstration, guests will enjoy a well-earned lunch featuring freshly prepared barbecue and classic sides, bringing the lesson full circle in true mountain fashion.
Wednesday, June 17 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$65 per person
Kelly Morris is a seasoned musician who has been captivating audiences since his teenage years. With a voice reminiscent of the iconic Jeff Buckley, Morris brings a hauntingly beautiful quality to his performances that leaves a lasting impression on all who listen.
Wednesday, June 17 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Join us in The Tack Room for a special National Bourbon Day celebration featuring a curated tasting of rare and unique bourbons.
Our bourbon experts will guide you through each pour, sharing the rich history, craftsmanship, and stories behind these exceptional spirits. Sip, savor, and discover what makes each bourbon truly one of a kind.
June 20 – 3 p.m.
$90 per person
Marc grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina. This Southern Appalachian Region has long been a hot bed for traditional arts and folk music. Banjo master and Haywood County resident Marc Pruett was inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame in March 2024. Anita Pruett, a talented musician in her own right, often plays with Marc and joined him on stage to play at the Hall of Fame induction.
Wednesday, June 24 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Join Chef Chris Bankes for a guided walk to identify edible plants, herbs, and mushrooms, while also hearing stories of mountain traditions and the generations of people who have relied on nature’s pantry for sustenance and inspiration.
Following the forage, Chef Chris will share how these freshly gathered ingredients can be transformed into memorable dishes. This immersive experience provides a unique opportunity to connect more deeply with the land, its history, and the rich traditions that continue to shape Appalachian cuisine today.
Friday, June 26 – 1 p.m.
$85 per person
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Wednesday, July 1 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Celebrate Independence Day in the heart of the Smoky Mountains with an unforgettable Fourth of July BBQ at Cataloochee Ranch. Gather with family and friends in the Hayloft for an evening filled with mountain hospitality, classic barbecue favorites, live music, and sweeping Blue Ridge views.
Saturday, July 4 – 12 to 3 p.m.
$60 per person
$35 per child aged 3-11
Children 2 and under are free
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Wednesday, July 8 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Join Chef Matt for an immersive, hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of great barbecue at The Forge, our outdoor kitchen set against the backdrop of the mountains. This instructional experience is designed to demystify the art of smoking, offering guests a guided look into the techniques and traditions behind authentic barbecue.
Following the demonstration, guests will enjoy a well-earned lunch featuring freshly prepared barbecue and classic sides, bringing the lesson full circle in true mountain fashion.
Wednesday, July 15 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$65 per person
Brian Ashley Jones, a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film, television and radio. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, TN.
Wednesday, July 15 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Brian Ashley Jones, a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film, television and radio. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, TN.
Wednesday, July 22 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Marc grew up in the mountains of Western North Carolina. This Southern Appalachian Region has long been a hot bed for traditional arts and folk music. Banjo master and Haywood County resident Marc Pruett was inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame in March 2024. Anita Pruett, a talented musician in her own right, often plays with Marc and joined him on stage to play at the Hall of Fame induction.
Wednesday, July 29 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Wednesday, August 5– 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Join Chef Matt for an immersive, hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of great barbecue at The Forge, our outdoor kitchen set against the backdrop of the mountains. This instructional experience is designed to demystify the art of smoking, offering guests a guided look into the techniques and traditions behind authentic barbecue.
Following the demonstration, guests will enjoy a well-earned lunch featuring freshly prepared barbecue and classic sides, bringing the lesson full circle in true mountain fashion.
Wednesday, August 19 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$65 per person
Brian Ashley Jones, a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film, television and radio. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, TN.
Wednesday, August 19 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Join us for an unforgettable open-fire dining experience at Todd’s Folly, where our chefs craft a mouthwatering meal over live flames in a breathtaking outdoor setting. Enjoy live music by Darren Nicholson Band for the perfect backdrop to an evening of incredible food, mountain views, and warm hospitality.
August 23 – 5 p.m.
$175 per person
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Wednesday, September 9 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Lace up your dancing shoes and join World Champion Clogger and Dance Caller, Heidi Kulas, Marc Pruett, and Darren Nicholson Band for an evening of swings, promenades, and do-si-do’s in our historic Hayloft. Dance the night away with friends and family, and enjoy the spectacular setting and service.
Make it a whole evening at Cataloochee Ranch and join us for dinner at Switchback afterwards!
Saturday, September 12 – 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
$50 per person
$42 per child aged 3-11
Children 2 and under are free
Elevate your culinary skills in this hands-on workshop led by Chef Matt. Learn the techniques behind crafting exceptional fresh sausages, from selecting quality ingredients and balancing flavors to grinding, mixing, stuffing, and linking. Discover the artistry of charcuterie while creating seasonal sausage blends inspired by fall flavors. Perfect for passionate home cooks and food enthusiasts looking to refine their craft.
Wednesday, September 16 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$65 per person
A GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards, Darren Nicholson has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years at the Grand Ole Opry out of Nashville Tennessee, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range, Darren now spends his time recording, writing new songs, and performing. You can catch Darren almost every week sharing the music he loves, traveling both nationally and internationally – as a solo artist, with his own Darren Nicholson Band, or in collaboration with other musicians.
Wednesday, September 16 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Brian Ashley Jones, a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film, television and radio. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, TN.
Wednesday, September 23 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Lace up your dancing shoes and join World Champion Clogger and Dance Caller, Heidi Kulas, Marc Pruett, and Darren Nicholson Band for an evening of swings, promenades, and do-si-do’s in our historic Hayloft. Dance the night away with friends and family, and enjoy the spectacular setting and service.
Make it a whole evening at Cataloochee Ranch and join us for dinner at Switchback afterwards!
Friday, September 25 – 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
$50 per person
$42 per child aged 3-11
Children 2 and under are free
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Wednesday, September 30 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
A GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards, Darren Nicholson has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years at the Grand Ole Opry out of Nashville Tennessee, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range, Darren now spends his time recording, writing new songs, and performing. You can catch Darren almost every week sharing the music he loves, traveling both nationally and internationally – as a solo artist, with his own Darren Nicholson Band, or in collaboration with other musicians.
Wednesday, October 7 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Brian Ashley Jones, a soulful singer, acclaimed guitarist, and versatile touring songwriter whose guitar-driven Blues and Country tunes have been featured in film, television and radio. Originally from Upstate South Carolina and a longtime resident of East Nashville, TN.
Wednesday, October 14 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest at Cataloochee Ranch. Enjoy an Alpine-inspired BBQ buffet featuring hearty seasonal favorites, local craft brews, festive games and activities for the whole family, and live entertainment from the Appalachian Freunde Polka Band.
Sunday, October 18 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$65 per person
$30 per child aged 3-11
Children 2 and under are free
Elevate your culinary skills in this hands-on workshop led by Chef Matt. Learn the techniques behind crafting exceptional fresh sausages, from selecting quality ingredients and balancing flavors to grinding, mixing, stuffing, and linking. Discover the artistry of charcuterie while creating seasonal sausage blends inspired by fall flavors. Perfect for passionate home cooks and food enthusiasts looking to refine their craft.
Wednesday, October 21– 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$65 per person
Alan Edwards has been making music for 30 years. It’s been an essential element throughout his entire life. With roots steeped in the tradition of storytellers like John Prine and Townes Van Zandt, Edwards crafts songs that are both spare and richly evocative. In a career spanning three decades, his music has been featured across the country.
Wednesday, October 21 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
A GRAMMY nominee and winner of 13 International Bluegrass Music Association awards, Darren Nicholson has taken his own brand of mountain music around the world. A regular for years at the Grand Ole Opry out of Nashville Tennessee, and a founding member of acclaimed bluegrass group Balsam Range, Darren now spends his time recording, writing new songs, and performing. You can catch Darren almost every week sharing the music he loves, traveling both nationally and internationally – as a solo artist, with his own Darren Nicholson Band, or in collaboration with other musicians.
Wednesday, October 28 – 5 to 8 p.m.
$25 per person
Celebrate the season with a festive wreath-making class. Surrounded by winter’s natural beauty, guests will craft their own custom wreaths using fresh evergreens, foraged accents, and elegant holiday touches. With guidance from our Ranch Arts team, enjoy a cozy, creative experience—and take home a one-of-a-kind wreath to adorn your door.
November 22 – 10 a.m.
$50 per person
This Thanksgiving, escape to the mountains and gather at Cataloochee Ranch. From roasted turkey and heritage sides to seasonal desserts and curated wines, every bite tells a story of place, season, and slow, thoughtful preparation.
Whether you’re a returning guest or discovering the ranch for the first time, Thanksgiving at Cataloochee is a timeless experience — a perfect blend of comfort, connection, and mountain magic.
November 26 – Seatings available from 12 to 6 p.m.
$75 per person
$35 per child aged 3-11
Children 2 and under are free
Photo Credit: Cameron Wilder
Celebrate the season with a festive wreath-making class. Surrounded by winter’s natural beauty, guests will craft their own custom wreaths using fresh evergreens, foraged accents, and elegant holiday touches. With guidance from our Ranch Arts team, enjoy a cozy, creative experience—and take home a one-of-a-kind wreath to adorn your door.
December 6 – 10 a.m.
$50 per person
Celebrate the season with a festive wreath-making class. Surrounded by winter’s natural beauty, guests will craft their own custom wreaths using fresh evergreens, foraged accents, and elegant holiday touches. With guidance from our Ranch Arts team, enjoy a cozy, creative experience—and take home a one-of-a-kind wreath to adorn your door.
December 13 – 10 a.m.
$50 per person
Just before their busiest night of the year, Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a magical stop at Cataloochee Ranch! Gather by the fire for heartwarming holiday stories, joyful caroling, and a touch of North Pole wonder. It’s a perfect way to welcome Christmas together.
December 24 – 2 p.m.
$35 per person
Children 2 and under are free
Join us for a memorable evening of connection and cuisine as we gather for an exquisite prix fixe five-course dinner on the final night of the year. Celebrate with friends, family, and community at our mountain table — surrounded by the beauty of the Smokies and the warmth of Cataloochee Ranch.
Please note our á la carte dinner menu will not be available this evening.
December 31 – Seatings Available from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
$210 per person
