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Paint the Town Fall
Starts: 09/26/2026 - Ends: 09/26/2026
Get creative at this fun community art event in Downtown Murphy! Participants of all ages are invited to paint a fall-themed scene on a designated section of a downtown store window, with registration and paint supplies available on the day of the event at Olive's Porch. Best artwork prizes will be awarded, and admission is free. Check in at the Downtown Stage located at the corner of Peachtree Street and Valley River Avenue.
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56th Annual Helen Oktoberfest
Starts: 09/10/2026 - Ends: 11/01/2026
Recognized as the longest-running Oktoberfest in the United States, Helen Oktoberfest will take place from September 10, 2026, through November 1, 2026. Located just 1 hour and 10 minutes from Murphy / Peace Valley KOA Holiday, this popular fall event offers authentic German music, dancing, food, beverages, and festive Bavarian charm.
Hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 6 PM to 10:30 PM
- Friday: 6 PM to Midnight
- Saturday: 1 PM to Midnight
- Sunday: 1 PM to 7 PM
Admission (Subject to Change):
Adults
- Monday–Thursday: $10
- Friday/Saturday: $12
- Friday/Saturday Pass: $20
- Sunday: Free
- Active & Retired Military: Free with valid military ID
Children
- Under 6: Free
- Ages 6–12: Half Price
Important Information:
- IDs are required for all adults and will be checked at the door.
- The Festhalle is a smoke-free facility.
- Pets are not permitted. Service animals trained to assist individuals with disabilities are welcome.
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On-Site Fly Fishing Lesson
Starts: 09/12/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026
Join 5th Day Fly Fishers for an on-site, three-hour fly fishing lesson on September 12! Two sessions are available at 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM for just $75 per lesson, covering up to two guests. All gear is provided, and no experience is needed. Space is limited, so call the front desk to reserve your spot!
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On-Site Fly Fishing Lesson
Starts: 10/24/2026 - Ends: 10/24/2026
Join 5th Day Fly Fishers for an on-site, three-hour fly fishing lesson on October 24! Two sessions are available at 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM for just $75 per lesson, covering up to two guests. All gear is provided, and no experience is needed. Space is limited, so call the front desk to reserve your spot!
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On-Site Fly Fishing Lesson
Starts: 10/31/2026 - Ends: 10/31/2026
Join 5th Day Fly Fishers for an on-site, three-hour fly fishing lesson on October 31! Two sessions are available at 8:00 AM and 11:30 AM for just $75 per lesson, covering up to two guests. All gear is provided, and no experience is needed. Space is limited, so call the front desk to reserve your spot!
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Murphy Mountain Music: Summer Concert Series at Center Stage
Starts: 09/17/2026 - Ends: 09/17/2026
Murphy Mountain Music returns to Center Stage on Thursday, September 17! Enjoy an evening of live music in Downtown Murphy featuring Wyatt Espalin & The Riverstone's. Bring your friends and family and experience great music in the heart of the mountains.
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Calvary Cars Fall 2026 Car Show
Starts: 10/11/2026 - Ends: 10/11/2026
Join Calvary Cars for its Fall 2026 Car Show on Sunday, October 11, at Choices – Murphy Pregnancy & Family Center in Murphy, North Carolina. Car enthusiasts can enjoy an exciting afternoon featuring trophies, door prizes, food trucks, and local vendors. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m., and there is no pre-registration for this event. Bring the family, check out an impressive lineup of vehicles, and enjoy a fun fall day in Murphy.
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Murphy Music & Brews
Starts: 10/10/2026 - Ends: 10/10/2026
Murphy Music & Brews returns to Downtown Murphy on Saturday, October 10, 2026, for an unforgettable day of music, craft brews, food, and community. This one-of-a-kind charity event brings national music acts, breweries from across North Carolina, and delicious food vendors together for a great cause. Past performers have included War Hippies, Cracker, Chuck Mead of BR5-49, Kevn Kinney, and Drivin N Cryin. Proceeds help support military veterans and first responders through life-changing treatment at the Shepherd Center. Come enjoy great music and brews while supporting an event dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our nation's heroes.
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Punkin Chunkin Festival & Chili Cook-Off
Starts: 10/16/2026 - Ends: 10/18/2026
If you have never seen a pumpkin fly, Punkin Chunkin is your chance to experience this one-of-a-kind fall tradition near Hayesville, North Carolina. Watch catapults, air cannons, trebuchets, and other powerful machines launch pumpkins thousands of feet through the air as champion chunkers compete. Beyond the pumpkin throwing, the festival features live entertainment, food and craft vendors, pie-eating contests, old-time tractors, hayrides, and plenty of activities for kids in the Kidzone. The weekend kicks off Friday evening with the “Anything Pumpkin” and Chili Cook-off competition on the Historic Hayesville Square. Come enjoy the festivities, explore historic downtown Hayesville, and experience one of Western North Carolina's most unique harvest celebrations.
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Stray Cats Concert
Starts: 11/28/2026 - Ends: 11/28/2026
Join Stray Cats LIVE at Harrah's Cherokee Resort Event Center on Saturday, November 28, 2026! Here is the moment you've been waiting for! Stray Cats is coming to Harrah's Cherokee Resort Event Center on Saturday, November 28, 2026, bringing their biggest hits like Rock This Town, Stray Cat Strut and Rock This Town to life. With 268.3K+ fans across the globe, this show is going to be one for the books.There are multiple events lined up for this blockbuster star. But this one? This is the one that will make you feel alive!
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 09/12/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 09/19/2026 - Ends: 09/19/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 09/26/2026 - Ends: 09/26/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 10/03/2026 - Ends: 10/03/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 10/10/2026 - Ends: 10/10/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 10/17/2026 - Ends: 10/17/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 10/24/2026 - Ends: 10/24/2026
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Murphy Farmers Market
Starts: 10/31/2026 - Ends: 10/31/2026
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Murphy Art Walk
Starts: 10/02/2026 - Ends: 10/02/2026
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Murphy Art Walk
Starts: 11/06/2026 - Ends: 11/06/2026
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Murphy Art Walk
Starts: 12/04/2026 - Ends: 12/04/2026
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Second Saturday Shop & Sip
Starts: 09/12/2026 - Ends: 09/12/2026
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Second Saturday Shop & Sip
Starts: 10/10/2026 - Ends: 10/10/2026
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Second Saturday Shop & Sip
Starts: 11/14/2026 - Ends: 11/14/2026
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Second Saturday Shop & Sip
Starts: 12/12/2026 - Ends: 12/12/2026
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Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Fall Series
Starts: 09/17/2026 - Ends: 09/17/2026
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Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Fall Series
Starts: 09/24/2026 - Ends: 09/24/2026
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Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Fall Series
Starts: 10/01/2026 - Ends: 10/01/2026
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Acoustic Sunsets at Hamilton Gardens - Fall Series
Starts: 10/08/2026 - Ends: 10/08/2026
