Local Events in Haywood County

 

🎉 Haywood County Events — Late February & March

 

 

From tea parties and chili tastings to fundraisers and big community nights, Haywood County’s calendar stays full as we head toward spring.

 

Here’s what’s coming up:

 

 

 

 

🍵 Crown & Thistle Tea Room Events

 

 

Crown & Thistle continues hosting cozy, creative, and community-centered gatherings in downtown Waynesville:

 

Adult Coloring Night

📅 Monday, Feb. 16

💵 $5 (includes supplies, tea & light snacks)

A relaxing evening that sold out last month.

https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-details/coloring-night-at-the-crown-2

 

The Teacup & Dice Society (Game Night)

📅 Thursday, Feb. 19

Board games, tea, and community fun.

https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-details/the-teacup-dice-society

 

Bridgerton Tea Party

📅 Sunday, Feb. 22

A Regency-era themed tea experience with classic high tea fare.

https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-details/bridgerton-tea-party

 

Knit & Crochet Night

📅 Monday, Feb. 23

Bring your current project and connect with other crafters.

https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-details/knit-crochet-night

 

Tea-sy Does It: Paint & Sip Night

📅 Thursday, Feb. 26

Create art while enjoying tea and conversation.

https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-details/tea-sy-does-it-paint-sip-night

 

Full event list:

https://www.crownandthistletearoom.com/event-list

 

 

 

 

🌶️ 5th Annual Waynesville Chili Cook-Off Stroll

 

 

📅 Saturday, Feb. 28

⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM

📍 Downtown Waynesville & Historic Frog Level

 

Stroll and shuttle through downtown sampling chili from local cooks and cast your vote to crown this year’s champion.

 

Wristbands & info:

https://haychill.org

 

 

 

 

🎨 Ongoing Art Exhibit

 

 

“Inspired by a Song”

📅 Through March 2

 

Local artists interpret music through visual art in this rotating exhibit.

 

 

 

 

💜 Lavender Ball — A Night of Art, Heart & Hope

 

 

📅 Thursday, March 12

⏰ 6 PM

📍 Haywood Community College Library

 

An unforgettable evening supporting students in need through the HCC Lavender Fund, which provides assistance for groceries, gas, childcare, utilities, rent, and emergencies.

 

Swag Bag: $60

Tickets: $75

 

 

 

 

✨ Life Church Relaunch — Invite Nights (Open to the Community)

 

 

Life Church in Waynesville is hosting a series of special Invite Nights as part of its relaunch season. Each night is designed to welcome the broader community in a different way.

 

 

 

 

🎶 Worship Night

 

 

📅 Sunday, March 8

⏰ 6:00 PM

 

An evening focused on live worship music and reflection. A relaxed, community-centered night open to anyone who wants to attend.

 

 

 

 

🧪 The Amazing Chemistry Show & Family Experience

 

 

📅 Sunday, March 15

⏰ 6:00 PM

 

A nationally traveling, high-energy science experience that blends jaw-dropping experiments with powerful life lessons.

 

The Amazing Chemistry Show has performed around the country, completing nearly 100 shows in 2025 alone between Jared Lilly and show creator Josh Denhart.

 

Expect:

 

• Explosive science demonstrations

• Fire-based visual experiments

• Audience interaction

• Big laughs

• Memorable object lessons

 

This Family Experience night is designed specifically for kids, parents, and grandparents to attend together.

 

 

 

 

🎉 Celebration Night

 

 

📅 Sunday, March 22

⏰ 10:30 AM

 

A special Sunday morning service marking the official relaunch of Life Church — celebrating new beginnings, community vision, and the future ahead.

 

 

 

 

📅 Plan Ahead

 

 

Haywood County continues to fill the calendar with craft nights, themed dinners, art exhibits, fundraisers, and family-friendly community events.

 

👉 Scroll below for the full events calendar with direct links and ongoing updates.