2025 Appalachian Autumn Market & Fall Festival

We are looking for VOLUNTEERS for our 2025 Appalachian Autumn Market & Fall Festival!

The Festival will be September 27, 2025 from 1-7 pm!

SUBMIT YOUR VOLUNTEER APPLICATION HERE!

Volunteer Opportunities:

Need volunteer hours for a resume or school project? We’ll sign off!

We need volunteers for:

  • Vendor Assistance - loading, unloading, packing, grabbing water, etc.

  • Child Supervision - at our KidZone; general supervision; refilling bubble trays, etc.

  • Museum Assistance - giving information and directions, taking down emails, assisting Museum Staff with random tasks.

  • Parking Direction - Keeping the parking lot flowing in an organized and orderly manner.

Volunteers will receive a Museum Pass for the 2026 season and 2 General Admission Ticket Vouchers for the 2026 Season of Horn in the West.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

ALL DAY: Apple butter making, pumpkin painting, corn shuck doll making, candle-dipping, hatchet throwing, weaving, spinning demonstrations, self-guided cabin tours, and vendors.

1-2 pm: The Junaluska Heritage Association presents the Junaluska Community of Boone, North Carolina with Ms. Lynn Patterson

2:30-3 pm: Kid's Costume Contest

3-3:30 pm: Pet Costume Contest

3:30-6:30 pm: Orville Hicks Storytelling & South Arts Master Traditional Artist: Mary Greene

Traditional ballads, folk songs, instrumentals, and a touch of storytelling

6:30 pm: Jam Session

All local musicians are invited to join!

2025 Vendors

  • Stardust Cellars

    Award-winning, natural, sustainable, ancestral wine & mead from NC's only biodynamic vineyard!

    https://stardustcellars.com/

  • The Ham Shoppe

    Locally owned and operated sandwich truck opened in 2024 that seeks to honor the legacy of The Ham Shoppe, a beloved local institution for over 25 years.

    originalhamshoppe.com

  • Hannah Little Art

    Earrings, Stickers and prints!

    https://www.hannahlittleart.com/

  • Mobile Baby Base Camp

    AppHealthCare provides a comfortable space for breast/chestfeeding parents and also a space to change a diaper and/or calm a child. This tent is unmanned and private!

  • Boy Scouts Troop

    Selling FRESH apple cider!

  • Zyndl

    Zyndl is a small-batch handmade business specializing in candles, wax melts, and home décor. Using natural materials like coconut apricot wax, wooden wicks, and handcrafted vessels, each item is designed to feel cozy, bold, and elevated. Products include jar candles, wax melts, handmade trays, gift sets, and market-only exclusives.

    https://shop.zyndl.com/

  • Laurel Trail Creations

    Laurel Trail Creations offers handcrafted furniture and home accents made from solid wood and natural materials. Their collection includes live-edge walnut benches, acacia accent tables, maple and walnut charcuterie boards, and more. Each piece is one-of-a-kind and made by hand in their workshop.

  • Abigail Knight Art

    Artist Abigail Knight brings whimsical and nature-inspired artwork to life through original paintings and prints. She also hosts the festival’s pumpkin painting station and will offer a selection of her work for purchase during the event.

  • Michael Hardy

    Michael Hardy is an award-winning independent scholar and the author of 29 books on Southern Appalachia, North Carolina, and Civil War history. A frequent guest speaker, educator, and historian, he brings decades of experience and storytelling to our festival.

    https://www.michaelchardy.com/

  • Wild Moon Wearables LLC

    Wild Moon Wearables creates one-of-a-kind Appalachian-inspired apparel rooted in heritage and comfort. Each piece is handmade from upcycled and nostalgic fabrics like flannel and denim. Offerings include unique crewneck sweatshirts such as “These Mountains Made Me,” “Granny Witch Magic,” and “Wild. Rooted. Magic.”

    https://www.wildmoonwearables.com

  • Misty Mountain Studio

    Misty Mountain Studio features hand-carved luminaries, vases, and bee-themed pottery pieces. Each ceramic work is individually crafted and ranges in size and price, offering both functional and decorative options for art lovers.

    https://www.instagram.com/misty_mountain_studio

  • Attagirl Boutique

    Attagirl Boutique designs and sells handcrafted accessories for both pets and people. Shop dog bandanas and bowties, as well as scrunchies, quilted makeup bags, and more—each made with care and personality.

    https://www.facebook.com/attagirlboutiqueboone/

  • Soulshine Carolina

    Soulshine Carolina offers Southern-inspired cocktail infusion kits designed for modern palates. Each kit features curated ingredients that add charm and flavor to any gathering or gift.

    https://soulshinecarolina.com/

  • Wild Ridge Tallow

    Wild Ridge Tallow creates handcrafted body products using tallow as a base. Their offerings include body butters, lip balms, and a magnesium-infused blend, with more natural varieties on the horizon.

    https://www.wildridgetallow.com

  • Beech Creek Designs

    Beech Creek Designs offers a colorful assortment of handmade goods including beaded bracelets, hair clips, ornaments, keychains, and earrings—each item crafted with detail and charm.

  • Lisa Albinus Illustration

    Lisa Albinus Illustration features nature-inspired fine art prints, vinyl stickers, greeting cards, bookmarks, and pins. Her original watercolor and pencil artwork highlights seasonal botanicals, birds, and everyday beauty, with each item carefully printed and assembled for lasting enjoyment.

    https://www.lisaalbinus.com/

  • SouthWitch

    SouthWitch Art brings a playful, mystical vibe to the market with handmade voodoo dolls, whimsical candles, suncatchers, incense, and more. Each piece is crafted with care and creativity, blending “cutesy” charm with a hint of magic.

  • Crab Shack King

    Serving fresh, flavorful seafood, Crab Shack King is a seafood trailer known for its bold Southern flavors and generous portions. From buttery crab legs to crispy fried shrimp, this mobile kitchen brings coastal comfort food to the mountains. Whether you're craving a quick bite or a hearty meal, their menu offers something delicious for every seafood lover.

    https://www.crabshackking.com/

  • Craig West Photography

    Experience the breathtaking beauty of North Carolina through the landscape photography of Craig West, LLC. From the winding brilliance of the Linn Cove Viaduct at peak fall color, to the sun-soaked ridges of Doughton Recreation Area, to the dramatic skies surrounding Bodie Island Lighthouse, each image captures the natural wonder of our state in striking detail. Visit Craig’s booth to explore fine art prints perfect for your home, office, or gift-giving—and bring a piece of the Blue Ridge and Outer Banks home with you.


    http://www.etsy.com/shop/craigwestphotography