Flavors of the Foothills 2026

Tickets go on sale April 3nd, 2026 at 8:00am ET for $125 each. Please confirm sponsorship availability before purchasing a sponsorship.  

Flavors of the Foothills, Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina’s premier annual fundraiser, returns for an unforgettable evening celebrating the land, farmers, and flavors that make our region special. Executive Chef Eric Morris of the Foothills Local Meats restaurant group will continue leading this extraordinary culinary experience.

This year’s menu will once again be crafted entirely from locally sourced ingredients—many grown right at Oak Hill Community Park & Forest. In partnership with Lee’s One Fortune Farm, Chef Morris will transform these fresh ingredients into a one-of-a-kind dining experience that truly captures the flavors of the Foothills.

Menu Coming Soon!

Details about the event:

• Date: Saturday, May 16th, 2026
• Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
• Location: Oak Hill Community Park and Forest, 820 NC-126, Morganton, NC 28655
• Music by Matt Smith and Friends
• Food provided by Foothills Local Meats Restaurant Group in partnership with Lee's One Fortune Farm.
• Open bar with local beer, wine, and non-alcoholic options 
• Event will be in the field across from parking at Oak Hill Community Park and Forest (wear your dancing shoe...but ) 
• Accessible parking close to the event with special limited-mobility accommodations to check-in table if needed
• Restrooms on site
• Rain or shine (event will be under a marquee tent)
• 21+ only
• Tickets are non-refundable*

*Tickets are transferrable. You must contact FCNC by 5:00pm on Wednesday, May 13th to make any changes.