Sparta, North Carolina

 
2020 3-DAY ROAD MARKET DATE:  
July 24, 25, and 26th

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 2020 Annual 3-Day Road Market 
July 24, 25, and 26th
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 24-26th, 2020. 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: To be announced soon
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

EVENT CALENDAR
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JUNE 2020
​Event Name: BLUE RIDGE FIBER FEST
Description: LIVESTOCK, FIBER, CLASSES
Date: 5TH AND 6TH
Location: ALLEGHANY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Website:  blueridgefiberfest.co

JULY 2020
​Event Name: ANNUAL 3-DAY ROAD MARKET
Description: 100 MILES OF EXCITING DEALS AND SCENIC VIEWS.  SALES GALORE THROUGHOUT THE 100 MILES.
Date: ​24, 25, AND 26TH
Location:  HARMONY, NC TO WYTHEVILLE, VA
Website: VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR UPCOMING DETAILS

AUGUST 2020
Event Name: VFW CAR SHOW
Description: A GREAT EVENT FOR FAMILY ENJOYMENT
Date: 1ST
Location: NAPCO PARKING LOT 
Website:  CALL:  336-657-2063 FOR MORE DETAILS

SEPTEMBER 2020
Event Name: MOUNTAIN HERITAGE FAIR
Description: ARTS & CRAFTS
Date: 19TH
Location: MAIN STREET, SPARTA, NC  CALL:  336-372-5473 FOR MORE INFORMATION

OCTOBER 2020
Event Name:  26TH ANNUAL HILLBILLY COMEDY & VARIETY SHOW
Description:  FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT FOR EVERYONE
Date:   17TH:  7PM
Location:  ALLEGHANY COMMUNITY AUDITORIUM
Website:  

Event Name:  TRUNK OR TREAT
Description:  FAMILY FUN FOR ALL CHILDREN
Date:  31st:  5-6:30pm
Location:  ALLEGHANY COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Website:  Call:  336-372-5473 FOR MORE INFORMATION

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