Attention Lodging Partners!

Effective July 1, 2025

Under North Carolina General Statues 130A-511 and North Carolina General Statutes 42A-39, certain employees and contractors involved in vacation rentals or lodging establishments must complete approved human trafficking awareness training. Below is a list of training programs currently approved by the North Carolina Department of Labor.

Available Training Options (choose one)

Let me know if you have additional questions.

Thank you!

Kisha Scotton, Administrator
NC Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Bureau

Great Smoky Mountains National Park Road and Trail Updates

This link gives good detail about road and trail closures in NC.

https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/temproadclose.htm

Visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway

With its scenic views and convenient access to outdoor adventures, it’s no surprise that the Blue Ridge Parkway is such a popular destination for travelers. Drawing millions of visitors each year, the Parkway is a journey encompassing impressive geological features, diverse wildlife and habitats, recreational and cultural activities, and much more. Covering 469 miles through the central and southern Appalachian Mountains, the Parkway is a sight to see up close and in person. See what other remarkable places and attractions are awaiting and start making plans to experience one of America’s most iconic drives.

 

For information about road closures on the BRP due to weather, maintenance or construction, please click here.

 

Cataloochee Valley Update

We’re excited to share that the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has reopened parts of Cataloochee Valley  after being closed since September 2024 due to damage from Hurricane Helene.

Repairs completed by the National Park Service (NPS) include:

  • Re-graveled sections of Cataloochee Entrance Road, Cataloochee Creek Road, parking areas near Palmer House, and Cataloochee Group Camp Road.
  • Completed emergency stabilization of Hiram Caldwell Barn.
  • Addressed many downed and hazard trees around roads, campgrounds and buildings throughout the valley.
  • Assessed trail conditions across 60 miles of trails and completed some trail restoration.
  • Addressed significant erosion around Caldwell Barn and restrooms and Beech Grove School.

Your Chamber Board 2026

Patty Carter – Maggie Valley Puzzle Rooms, President
Randy Fisher – Maggie Valley Embroidery, Vice President
Brad Pendley – Maggie Mountaineer Crafts, Treasurer
Melissa Pless – Premier Vacation Rentals, Secretary
Angela Frisbee – Route 19 Inn
Christine Chamberlain – Organic Beans Coffee Company
Val Gene “Pop” Hamilton – Pop’s Place
Erin Mahoney – J Arthur’s Restaurant
Brittany Heathman – Mountain Dreams Realty
Teresa Smith – Chamber Executive Director

2026 Maggie Valley Visitor Guide

The Chamber is currently working on the 2026 Maggie Valley Visitor Guide. Advertising is now open to all the Chamber businesses. Contact Teresa Smith at 828-926-1686 or [email protected] for more information. The new guides will go out to be printed just before Thanksgiving and we expect them to arrive at our office in early January 2026. Our new address is 3933 Soco Road (Directly behind the ABC Store)

UPCOMING FESTIVALS

2026 Calendar of Events will be available soon!
Check our website: www.MaggieValleyFestivalGrounds.com or MaggieValley.org

RISE and SHINE

9:00 a.m. 1st WEDNESDAY

Upcoming Dates:
Stay tuned for our next Rise and Shine event starting back in the Spring 2026!

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS in 2025!!

The Axe Tavern – Business Partner
Teraflex Group LLC – Business Partner
Turning Point Executive Retreat – Business Partner
The Swag – Business Partner
Pro Property Services – Business Partner
Integris Design LLC – Business Partner
Burish Builders – Business Partner
El Pobre Express Mexican Grill – Business Partner
Junaluska Family Dentistry – Business Partner
Cosmic Cafe – Business Partner
JS Soaps LLC – Business Partner
Dillsboro Chocolate Factory – Business Partner
3500 Enterprises LLC – Community Member
Maggie Valley Spa – Business Partner
Bella Mountain Properties, LLC – Business Partner
WNC Washing & Staining, Inc – Premier Partner
Hambleton Gardens, Inc – Premier Partner
Gene Ferguson Moving Company, Inc. – Business Partner
The Greek Place – Business Partner
Brickhouse Burgers & Pizza – Business Partner
HH Walker & Company – Business Partner
Distinctive Building & Design – Business Partner
MMT Holdings LLC – Business Partner
PK’s Garage – Business Partner

Maggie Valley Festival Grounds Schedule 2025

Visit this page often for the latest information on Festivals and Events held at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.

www.maggievalleyfestivalgrounds.com