Sparta, North Carolina

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2019 3-DAY ROAD MARKET DATE:  
July 26, 27, and 28th

We invite visitors to explore Alleghany County to enjoy mountain living with friendly people to serve you.  

Elevation is approximately 3300 feet.  Enjoy the open terrain of our mountains providing opportunities for long range views, extended sunsets and sunrises.  Relax by the fresh air of the second oldest river in the world known as The New River where camping, canoeing and fishing are available. Visit Stone Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway to see scenic views while enjoying the beauty of nature.  Hundreds of hiking areas are available to public along with bicycle scenic routes. You will find all the services you need in our small main street corridor, which includes two shopping centers.  A variety of Restaurants are available seven days a week. Health services are also available.  Overnight stay facilities are always available.
Travel Historic US Hwy. 21 everyday of the year to experience the four seasons and special ongoing activities for your entertainment and enjoyment
~Donald W. Miles, Founder and Chairperson of Take a Break from the Interstate.

We have Vacation Rentals available year round.  
Call 336-372-5646 for more information.

Alleghany County Website

Town Of Sparta Website

VACATION RENTALS AVAILABLE IN ALLEGHANY COUNTY

There is always something to do in Alleghany County.  

The 2019 Annual 3-Day Road Market 
July 26, 27 and 28th
Make Plans Today for this Great Event!!!

It will soon be that time of the year when excitement is in the air. Visitors from near and far will clog Highway 21 looking for bargains and treasures. I am talking about the ‘Take a Break from the Interstate’ Road Market              July 26-29th, 2019. In Alleghany County, folks will be crowded onto every nook and cranny on Highway 21 to sale their goods.
Alleghany Fairgrounds will offer outdoor spaces and a limited amount of indoor spaces for rent and will have plenty of parking and restrooms for the public.
Make Plans Today for this Great Event!!!
Outdoor Spaces – Approximately 20’ by 30’
Indoor Spaces at the Exhibition Building – About 10’ x 10’
Fees:       $30.00 per space
Now Accepting Applications!

• Proceeds to benefit Alleghany Fairgrounds Inc., a non-profit 501c3 Organization
• Set up will start at 6:00 AM each morning, vendors need to be ready by 7:00 am or sooner. Shoppers show up at dawn!
• Bring your own tables, tents, chairs, displays, etc.
• Any items left overnight are not the responsibility of the Alleghany County Fairgrounds Inc. or Alleghany County
• There will be no rain date or refunds
• No staking of tents, weights only
• Multiple Vendors
• Restrooms
• Plenty of Parking

 
For questions or reservations contact 336-372-2942 or acrecreation@skybest.com

​EVENT CALENDAR
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March 2019
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Event Name:  Special Olympics Polar Plunge & Fun Run
Description:  Food, Music, & Fun - Run 11am Registration 10-11am
Date:  March 23, 2019
Location:  Lake Louise, Roaring Gap Club
Website:   Call:  336-372-8220

April 2019

Event Name:  Glade Creek VFD Mud Sling
Description:  Mud Sling/ Family Fun
Date:  April 18, 2019
Location:  Alleghany County Fairgrounds, Sparta, NC
Website:  


May 2019

Event Name:  Get Outside Mountain Relay
Description:  NC premier relay, 208 miles of gorgeous scenery
Date:  May 31
Location:  Sparta, NC
Website:  www.getoutsideevents.com or call:  336-363-4984

June 2019

Event Name:  Blue Ridge Fiber Fest
Description:  Livestock, fiber, classes:  Alleghany County Fairgrounds
Date:  June 7-8
Location: Alleghany County Fairgrounds, Sparta, NC 
Website:  blueridgefiberfest.com or call:  336-648-9950

Event Name:  2nd Annual Community Movie Night
Description:  Movie presented at the Crouse Park on the Crouse Park Stage
Date:   8pm
Location:  Crouse Park, Sparta, NC
Website:  Hosted by Greenfield Acres Realty

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