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SUMMARY:2026 Loch Norman Highland Games and Scottish Festival
DESCRIPTION:Grab your tickets now for the 32nd Annual Loch Norman Highland Games and Scottish Festival!\n\n\nThe Loch Norman Highland Games is a traditional Scottish festival that takes place annually at Historic Rural Hill\, located near the shores of Lake Norman in North Carolina. This year marks the 32nd anniversary of the event\, which will take place on April 18th and 19th\, 2026. \nVisitors can enjoy traditional Scottish music and dance performances\, athletic competitions\, cultural demonstrations\, Scottish food trucks\, Celtic vendors\, historical reenactments\, and educational presentations about Scottish history and culture. \nThe Loch Norman Highland Games is known for its sense of community and inclusivity. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the events and competitions\, and there are activities for all ages\, including a children’s area. \nThe Loch Norman Highland Games is a lively and festive celebration of Scottish culture and the 32nd anniversary promises to be an especially memorable event! \n***Tickets are nonrefundable*** \nParking Passes Coming Soon! \nCamping Passes Coming Soon! \nWhisky\, Bourbon\, & Scotch Tasting Tickets Coming Soon! \n\n\n\nPursuant to Mecklenburg County Ordinance\, Rural Hill is now a tobacco-free zone. This includes both smoking\, smokeless tobacco\, e-cigarettes\, vaporizers\, and other such devices. This includes the campground. Pets are NOT permitted.
URL:https://ruralhill.net/tec_event/2026-loch-norman-highland-games-and-scottish-festival/
LOCATION:Historic Rural Hill\, 4431 Neck Road\, Huntersville\, NC\, 28078\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Sheepdog Trials and Dog Festival
DESCRIPTION:Herding action\, dog demos\, vendors\, food\, & tail-wagging fun for the whole family—pups welcome!\n\n\nGet ready for an unforgettable weekend of fast-paced action\, four-legged fun\, and plenty of adorable “aww” moments! The Sheepdog Trials and Dog Festival at Rural Hill is back\, bringing together top-tier sheepdogs\, lovable pups\, and dog lovers of all kinds for a festival like no other. \n🎯 What’s in Store?🐕 Sheepdog Trials: Watch in awe as highly trained herding dogs put their skills to the test\, expertly guiding sheep through a series of challenging obstacles—all with just a whistle and a word! It’s teamwork\, intelligence\, and tradition at its finest. \n🎾 Dog Sports & Demos: From agility and obedience to exciting trick performances (especially Dock Dogs!!)\, see incredible dogs in action and learn from expert trainers. \n🛍️ Shop & Snack: Browse pet-friendly vendors\, snag unique gifts\, and refuel with delicious food truck eats. \n🐶 Bring Your Pup! Well-behaved\, leashed dogs are welcome to join the fun! Explore the scenic Rural Hill grounds together\, meet other dog lovers\, and let your pup enjoy a weekend of sniffing\, socializing\, and maybe even learning a new trick or two. Plus enter our annual Huntersville’s Next Top Dog Show on Saturday afternoon! \n🎟️ Don’t Miss Out! Whether you’re a lifelong dog enthusiast\, a casual animal lover\, or just looking for a unique family outing\, this festival is packed with fun for all ages (and breeds!). \n📅 Mark your calendar\, grab your leash\, and get ready for a paws-itively amazing experience on Saturday-Sunday\, November ! 🐾 \n \n• The sheepdog trial is a rain or shine event. No refunds will be allowed for inclement weather. \n• Due to Mecklenburg County ordinance\, smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the property.
URL:https://ruralhill.net/tec_event/2025-sheepdog-trials-and-dog-festival/
LOCATION:Historic Rural Hill\, 4431 Neck Road\, Huntersville\, NC\, 28078\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Sheepdog Trials & Dog Festival Camping
DESCRIPTION:Make a lovely weekend out of the 2025 Sheepdog Trials & Dog Festival by camping out on site at Rural Hill!\n\n\nAll campers are welcome on a first come and space available basis as space is limited. The Sheepdog Trials & Dog Festival Camping Area is conveniently located across the street from the festival venue (easy walking distance) in a beautiful rural setting. \nWe only offer Two-Night Camping Reservations and do not offer single night stays. Two-night reservations are for Friday Night (11/14/25) and Saturday Night (11/15/25) only. Additional tickets may be purchased to stay Sunday Night (11/16/25) in addition to the two night camping pass that is required. \nThe Sheepdog Trials & Dog Festival  is a family friendly event\, and for this reason inappropriate behavior on the part of anyone in attendance will not be tolerated and could result in being removed from the camping area by Historic Rural Hill staff and/or local law enforcement without refund or fees. \nCamping spaces are not laid out and are approximate. A 15×15 space cannot always be square based the geography of the spot you choose. Please stay within the size limits set out for the ticket you purchase. Please be cautious to your camping neighbors. \nPursuant to Mecklenburg County Ordinance\, Rural Hill is a tobacco-free zone. This includes both smoking\, smokeless tobacco\, e-cigarettes\, vaporizers and other such devices. This includes the campground. This is a Mecklenburg County Law that Rural Hill must follow. \nRules and Regulations: Historic Rural Hill\, on which the Sheepdog Trials & Dog Festival is presented on\, is the property of Mecklenburg County. For that reason individuals and groups camping on the premises must follow requirements set by County Park and Recreation\, as well as the rules of Historic Rural Hill. \n1. FIRES- County Ordinance: Any fire shall be continuously under the care and direction of a competent person over sixteen years of age from the time it is kindled until it is extinguished. \n“Open” or “Pit Fires” are not allowed. Fires are allowed in ABOVE GROUND CONTAINER FIRE PITS ONLY. \nIf you are camping in a wooded area please know that fires are not allowed and you must use a camp stove for cooking. \n2. TRASH- There are ample trash receptacles located around the grounds. Please use them. The alternative is to pack your trash out with you. If you keep your trash in your camp\, please keep it covered. You will be in a nature preserve with wildlife who enjoys easy snacks and creating lots of mess. \n3. PORTABLE TOILETS-Portable toilets are conveniently located around the grounds. \n4. WATER- There is an ample supply of water available. There is hook up for RVs and water access for the tent camping area. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. You must bring your own hose and a splitter. \n5. NOISE- Please\, no instrument playing\, loud radios\, or televisions after 11pm. We value and respect the noise ordinances set in place and require our guests to do the same. \n6. If you have any questions about any of these guidelines you may email Info@RuralHill.net or when onsite ask for Eric Ferguson\, Farm Manager.
URL:https://ruralhill.net/tec_event/2025-sheepdog-trials-dog-festival-camping/
LOCATION:Historic Rural Hill\, 4431 Neck Road\, Huntersville\, NC\, 28078\, United States
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SUMMARY:Breast Cancer Shucks- A Corn Maze on a Mission!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a pink-themed walk in the Rural Hill Corn Maze! We’re celebrating survivors and raising funds for The Go Jen Go Foundation!\n\n\n🌽 Breast Cancer Shucks – A Maze With a Mission\n \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening at Historic Rural Hill’s Corn Maze in Huntersville as we turn our maze pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! \nThis one-of-a-kind event will feature: \n\n🎶 Live Music\n🍴 Delicious Food Trucks\n🍻 A special “Pink Brew” crafted by our friends at Eleven Lakes Brewing\n🌟 Pink lighting in and around the corn maze \n\nBut this event is about more than fun\, it’s about impact. \n \n💖 Walking with Purpose\nEvery step through the maze helps raise awareness for breast cancer\, a disease that will affect 1 in 8 women in her lifetime. Early detection and support can make a world of difference\, and this event is dedicated to shining a light\, literally and figuratively\, on the fight against breast cancer. \n \n🌸 Supporting the Go Jen Go Foundation\nA portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Go Jen Go Foundation\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides critical financial assistance to individuals and families in the Greater Charlotte area who are battling breast cancer. From diagnosis to treatment to recovery\, Go Jen Go offers essential aid and hope during life’s toughest moments. \n \n🎉 A Night of Fun and Hope\nBring your friends\, family\, and community together for a night filled with laughter\, good food\, uplifting music\, and a pink maze! Together\, we’ll raise money\, raise awareness\, and raise spirits\, all while having a blast in the great outdoors. \n \nWhat to know: \n-Gates will open at 6:30pm on Saturday\, October 25th. \n-A brief ceremony will take place at 7:10 where we’ll kick off the evening’s festivities. \n-Maze walking will begin at 7:20 and be staggered in groups so as to keep the corn maze from becoming too crowded.  \n-Maze maps are available for those who prefer not to get lost. \n-If walking the maze isn’t your thing\, there’s still plenty of fun to be had! We’ll have live music\, fabulous food trucks\, and adult beverages on hand. \n-Tickets sold for any other non-specific maze day will not be accepted at this event. Non-specific maze tickets can be used any other day the maze is open to the public. \n-In order to attend this event\, you must purchase a ticket from this page for the “Breast Cancer Shucks” event. \n-A ticket provides access to all areas and features of the event. \n-Children 3 and under are free. \n-Flashlights/headlamps are encouraged as the maze paths will be dark. \n-Pets are not allowed in the maze or on the grounds during this event. \n-The entrance to Rural Hill is on Neck Road. If GPS routes you to Jim Kidd Road\, you will not be able to enter there. \nFor more information\, email Kristen@RuralHill.net \n \nABOUT: Historic Rural Hill is a private non-profit organization located in Huntersville\, NC. We operate a 265 acre working farm that is owned by Mecklenburg County Parks and Rec. Rural Hill is a working farm\, historic site\, educational facility\, nature preserve\, and event site. We host events year round and many are fundraisers for the site that help us put on free community oriented events and educational programs for local schools. We also operate as the historic homestead of the Davidson family.
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LOCATION:Historic Rural Hill\, 4431 Neck Road\, Huntersville\, NC\, 28078\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rural Hill Corn Maze (weekends only)
DESCRIPTION:Come get lost in the Rural Hill Corn Maze on weekends for a fun-filled adventure in the great outdoors!\n\n\n*ANY TICKET SALE IS VALID FOR ANY DAY THE MAZE IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC* PLEASE SEE BELOW ABOUT OCTOBER 25TH NIGHT MAZE! \nCome get lost in the Rural Hill Corn Maze! This fun and challenging maze is the perfect weekend adventure for you and your friends or family. Our theme this year features a nod to our Scottish roots with a bagpiper and our very own Highland cow! Weave your way through the twists and turns and find all the game stations to complete your game sheet. Or just come in and get lost (but don’t worry\, we can always help you get out). While the maze is only open to the public on Fridays\, Saturdays\, and Sundays\, we are more than happy to host field trips\, schools or businesses with groups of 10 or more during the week. See below and contact us for your school\, church or team building events! \nMore than just a maze! Come hop on up into the hay wagon and enjoy a tractor-pulled ride around the farm\, or pick out and buy your perfect pumkpin from our pumpkin patch! You can also enjoy some great food trucks\, bounce houses for the kids\, and local breweries for the grown-ups! \nRemember\, this event is only available on weekends\, so plan your visit accordingly. Get ready for a-maze-ing fun! 🌽🍁 \nRead below for everything you need to know to make your Rural Hill Corn Maze experience the best one yet: \n \nTicket Types: \n\nDay Maze – Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday from 10am-5pm (must enter the maze by 3:30pm\, but you will be allowed to finish).\nNight Maze- !STARTING IN OCTOBER! tickets are for Friday and Saturday nights starting at 5:00pm. (must enter the maze by 9pm.)\nOn October 25th\, night maze prices will be $30 in support of our special event\, “Breast Cancer Shucks”. The event will feature live music\, more food trucks\, a special pink brew from our friends at Elevem Lakes Brewing\, and a special pink lighting design. A portion of proceeds from ticket sales will support the Go Jen Go Foundation. The Go Jen Go Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing critical financial assistance to local individuals and families in the Greater Charlotte\, NC area who are battling breast cancer. They provide aid during all phases of the cancer journey including diagnosis\, treatment\, and recovery.\n\n**TICKETS ARE NOT DATE SPECIFIC\, CAN BE USED ANY DAY THE MAZE IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** \nShould we need to cancel the maze for the day/night due to extreme weather\, notice will be posted on our social media pages. \nBring what you need to stay hydrated\, but also enjoy our on-site food trucks! The food trucks will vary through the maze season\, so be sure to stay tuned to our social media pages for updates on who’s coming when. \nIf you’re doing a night maze flashlights are encouraged! \nANIMALS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE MAZE. \nUse the entrance off of Neck Road – no public entrance on Jim Kidd Road (no matter what your GPS tells you). \nGroups of 10 or more (including school groups\, church groups\, and corporate groups) can pre-book for any day of the week that the maze is not open to the public. Cultural Center rentals through the week are available in addition to the maze – great for corporate retreats and team building! \nContact Info@Ruralhill.net for more info.
URL:https://ruralhill.net/tec_event/rural-hill-corn-maze-weekends-only/
LOCATION:Historic Rural Hill\, 4431 Neck Road\, Huntersville\, NC\, 28078\, United States
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