The 38th Annual Wise County Famous Fall Fling took place October 8th and 9th. This family fun event was held in downtown Wise in front of the historic courthouse while the colors of autumn were at their peak. Even though the weather was breezy, that did not prevent the community from attending this exciting celebration welcoming fall. 
There was a diversity of Appalachian music to amuse the crowd, and several of the visitors used this as an opportunity to dance. Local dancers, such as The Center Stage Cloggers and Country Cabin Line Dancers, entertained the spectators as they passed. Thomas Cassell, a former graduate of John I. Burton High School, performed for the guests, along with his band. Other artists, such as Kings Messengers and White Top Mountain Band, made an appearance as well.
Many contests occurred during the Fall Fling. Saturday morning at 9:00 A.M., athletes participated in the NCH Heart-One Cardiac Rehab 5K Run and One Mile Fitness Walk. For those with the passion for culinary arts, there was an Anything Apples contest from 9:30 A. M.-11:00 A.M. Saturday, in which contestants could enter their apple pie or apple butter. This was also the second year that the Fall Fling has hosted a corn hole tournament. There were also contests for photography, essays, and art.
There were child-friendly activities that were accessible to families in the community. The Wise County Fire Department transported people on top of the fire trucks through town and back. Inflatable Connections provided their train for utilization by children and parents.
There were child-friendly activities that were accessible to families in the community. The Wise County Fire Department transported people on top of the fire trucks through town and back. Inflatable Connections provided their train for utilization by children and parents.
This annual event featured over 125 vendors. These vendors sold homemade crafts, food, jewelry, and more. Lincoln Road Cold Brew Coffee was selling their new Pumpkin Iced Coffee to coffee lovers. Got Donuts, from Clintwood, Virginia, provided the hungry customers with fresh, hot, mouthwatering desserts. One vendor, 'The Two Broke Chicks', sold tumbler cups and other items. These were only a few of the vendors at Fall Fling.
The sponsors of this event help Fall Fling complete its mission, which is; "Connecting community to celebrate our mountain life with music, arts and crafts, both traditional and contemporary, by attracting visitors to create interest in our unique marketplace."
Written by: Alex C. and Haley H.
The sponsors of this event help Fall Fling complete its mission, which is; "Connecting community to celebrate our mountain life with music, arts and crafts, both traditional and contemporary, by attracting visitors to create interest in our unique marketplace."
Written by: Alex C. and Haley H.