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.  

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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, acrecreation@skybest.com
OR CALL KSN:  336-657-7220, Christ Church:  336-200-1164, or Contact:  Beverlee Scott at Sparta United Methodist Church - 336-372-4876.

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July 2019
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Event Name:  3 DAY ROAD MARKET
Description:  100 MILE ROAD MARKET ALONG US. HWY. 21 
Date:  JULY 26, 27, AND 28TH
Location:  HARMONY, NC TO WYTHEVILLE, VA
Website:   Call:  336-572-2591 OR 336-657-0463 FOR MORE INFORMATION

AUGUST 2019

Event Name:  DEMOLITION DERBY
Description:  ALLEGHANY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Date:  AUGUST 3, 2019
Location:  Alleghany County Fairgrounds, Sparta, NC
Website:  EMAIL:  SAVFD@SKYBEST.COM


SEPTEMBER 2019

Event Name:  MOUNTAIN HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Description:  FOOD & CRAFT VENDORS CELEBRATE MOUNTAIN HERITAGE
Date:  SEPTEMBER 21   10AM-4:30PM
Location:  MAIN STREET, SPARTA, NC
Website:  WWW.ALLEGHANYCOUNTYCHAMBER.COM

OCTOBER 2019

Event Name:  25TH ANNUAL HILLBILLY COMEDY & VARIETY
Description:  FUN FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Date:  OCTOBER 19 @ 7PM
Location: ALLEGHANY COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM, SPARTA, NC
Website:  

Event Name:  TRUNK OR TREAT
Description:  FUN FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES
Date:   OCTOBER 31
Location:  Crouse Park, Sparta, NC
Website:  SRCSPARTA@GMAIL.COM

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