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TRYON–On Sunday, April 23, a free event celebrating local artists, crafters and hemp will take place at the Back Alley Boutique and Bud Bar in Tryon.

The event will feature over a dozen local vendors, local art, live music, a Cuban food truck, fire-spinning and more. The Hempfest will take place from 2 to 7 p.m.

Featured vendors include Four Winds Floral and Folk Art, Whistle Pig Art and Knife, and cupcake, cookie and loose-leaf tea artisan Sarah Grace of Grace’s Kitchen. Live performances from singer-songwriter Karen Cardy at 2 p.m., and folk and jazz musician Matthew Kelly at 4:30 p.m. will also be featured. Fire performers Tettra and Whiskey will be providing entertainment throughout the event, and Roll-In Cuban will be on-site offering delicious cuisine.

Co-owners Ryan Mesa and Gabby Horvath are excited about the upcoming event.

“We’re running specials on our products all week, and we’re holding a raffle to raise money for the nonprofit organization, Legalize Appalachia,” says Mesa. “This will be a great family-friendly event, a fun way to spend your Sunday and a great way to support Legalize Appalachia and local businesses.”

 

 

Back Alley Boutique and Bud Bar is a new shop that offers hemp and CBD products, gifts, hand-blown glass, art, crafts and wellness products. It is located at 28 Oak St. in Tryon, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 6 p.m., and Sunday noon to 5 p.m, with plans to extend hours during the summer.