CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ 41st Annual Powwow kicks off July 1 and runs through July 3 at the Cherokee Acquoni Expo Center.

The Powwow is a yearly three-day explosion of authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. The event features dance competitions offering more...

Cherokee, NC – Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians tribal elder Jerry Wolfe has served the people of the EBCI every day of his life. A fluent speaker and traditionalist, he is always willing to share his knowledge of the Cherokee culture. ...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - From May 27 through October 1, visitors to Cherokee can again spend evenings around a roaring bonfire with tribal storytellers who spin tales of days gone by. The bonfires are held 7–9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and every evening from June 27 through July 2. Admission is free and marshmallows for roasting are provided...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - This year, Cherokee’s Memorial Day Trout Tournament will take place May 27–29, offering a weekend of outdoor fun and $10,000 in prizes for tagged fish caught in tribal waters. The tournament is open to all ages and all legal fishing methods. The entry fee is $11...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - The ever-popular open-air summer concert series “Music on the River” begins May 27 and runs through Sept. 3.  Concerts take place from 7–9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and occasionally on Sundays, in the riverside area of downtown Cherokee. Admission is free...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc. Open Air Indian Art Market, held on Saturday, Aug. 27, promises to be one of the best ever with countless authentic handmade Cherokee items. The annual event, open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., features the work of native artisans who are members of Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The year’s biggest cash prizes are on tap for anglers in this year’s Qualla Country Trout Tournament, Sept. 2–4 in Cherokee. The tournament offers $20,000 in prizes. All ages and fishing methods are welcome...

CHEROKEE, N.C. The 4th Annual Seven Clans Rodeo comes to Cherokee Sept. 2–3, serving up a generous portion of bronco busting, bucking bulls, saddle bronco, barrel racing and all sorts of skilled competition by top-named riders...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – Leaders of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and other tribal representatives will be on hand for Cherokee Day as the Asheville Tourists square off versus the Columbia Fireflies Friday, June 17 at 7:05 p.m...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Third Annual Seven Clans Rodeo comes to Cherokee Sept. 4–5, serving up a generous portion of bronco busting, bucking bulls, saddle bronco, barrel racing and all sorts of skilled competition by top-named riders...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The year’s biggest cash prizes are on tap for anglers in this year’s Qualla Country Trout Tournament, Sept. 4-6 in Cherokee. The tournament offers $20,000 in prizes. All ages and fishing methods are welcome...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Qualla Arts and Crafts Open Air Indian Art Market, held on Saturday, Aug. 29, promises to be one of the best ever with countless authentic handmade Cherokee items. The annual event, open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., features the work of native artisans who are members of Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is hosting the 14th Annual Talking Trees Children’s Trout Derby, July 31 – August 1. Children 3-11 years old are invited to compete for $20,000 in prizes. Admission is free...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – This year’s Dog Days Trout Tournament, July 17-18, promises to be bigger and better. The popular tagged fishing tournament on the beautiful Oconaluftee River will serve up not just a good time, but $10,000 in prize money, too...

CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ 40th Annual Powwow kicks off July 3 and runs through July 5 at the Cherokee Acquoni Expo Center.

The Powwow is a yearly three-day explosion of authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. The event features dance competitions offering more...

Asheville Tourists welcome Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

CHEROKEE, N.C. – Leaders of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) and other tribal representatives will be on hand for Cherokee Day as the...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - “Unto These Hills,” one of the country’s most popular outdoor dramas, kicks off its 2015 summer season on May 30 and runs through Aug. 15...

This year’s lineup includes:

May 22 - A36 Band...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - This year, Cherokee’s Memorial Day Trout Tournament will take place May 22-24, offering a weekend of outdoor fun and $10,000 in prizes for tagged fish caught in tribal waters. The tournament is open to all ages and all legal fishing methods. The entry fee is $11...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - Anglers will be flocking to Cherokee this weekend to compete for $20,000 in cash prizes, to be awarded during the annual “Cast Into Spring” fishing tournament, taking place March 27-29. The event is co-sponsored by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce...

CHEROKEE, N.C. - From May 22 through Sept. 5, visitors to Cherokee can again spend evenings around a roaring bonfire with tribal storytellers who spin tales of days gone by. The bonfires are held 7-9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and every evening from June 29 through July 4. Admission is free and marshmallows for roasting are provided...

Cherokee, NC -- EBCI tribal elder Jerry Wolfe serves the people of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians every day of his life. A fluent speaker and traditionalist, he is always willing to share his knowledge of the Cherokee culture. ...