The NuWray Hotel

09/07/2026

Trade city lights for a sky full of stars — that’s the Yancey County way. Our Stargazer Package pairs a stay at the NuWray with a community viewing night experience at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory, home to one of the largest public telescopes in the Southeast. Call our front desk at (828) 678-7070 and let us take care of the planning so you can fully immerse yourself in the wonders of our dark skies.

09/04/2026

It’s Fish Fry time again! Chef Mark has a very special plate waiting for you this holiday weekend at the Old Ray. This one features fried catfish, shrimp, bay scallops and clams, your choice of side and a side salad.

You’re invited to celebrate Labor Day with an old-fashioned plate of belly-warming goodness. See you at the Old Ray, open Fridays and Saturdays, 4-8pm.

Don’t forget that Roland’s will be closed this Friday evening for a private event, but open again Saturday with the Gypsy River Band playing on the deck. And the The Washroom Bar is open like usual both nights!

09/03/2026

A note to our neighbors and guests: Roland’s will be closed Friday, September 4, while we host a private gathering. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back on Saturday, September 5, for a great evening of live music with the GypsyRiver Band!

09/02/2026

September brings the first hints of autumn to Burnsville—the evenings grow cooler, the mountains begin their slow change, and our calendar fills with events, festivals, and good reasons to gather. We hope you’ll make the NuWray your home while you enjoy the season.

Book your September stay at the NuWray!
Front Desk: (828) 678-7070
www.nuwray.com

08/28/2026

A few weekends left of summer, so come soak it up at Roland’s! This evening, Peter Falbo plays on the patio starting at 5:30.

⏰A NOTE FOR SATURDAY: Due to a private event, Roland’s will have a delayed opening at 6:30pm. Still plenty of time for some great BBQ and refreshers outside!

Don’t forget to swing into the Old Ray for a great meal, and/or the Washroom for a drink and quick bite.

See you at the NuWray!

08/21/2026

Choose your own adventure with us —

Enjoy a hearty dinner at the Old Ray, and a rock on the porch afterward
OR
Grab some BBQ at our smoker, a draft b**r at Roland’s, and catch some outdoor live music (Richard Banks plays at 5:30 tonight!)
OR
Hunker down in the Washroom for a snack, a glass of bourbon, and some late night music with Old Sap

Better yet — meander your way around and experience it all! See you at the NuWray.

08/14/2026

There’s still lots of sweet summertime left, so come make the most of it at the NuWray! We’ve got specials at the Old Ray this weekend — a Colossal Shrimp Cocktail appetizer and Bang Bang salmon over Carolina Gold Rice — and live music at Roland’s and the Washroom on Saturday. Come on by and say hi to folks.

🍽️ THE OLD RAY
Open for dinner Fri–Sat 4–8
Dine in or take out
(828) 678-7072

☀️ ROLAND’S BAR
Open Fri–Sat 5–10pm, and Sun 12–6
Live music 5:30 Sat w/ The Dwayne Melton Band

🫧 THE WASHROOM BAR
Open Fri–Sat 6–11pm
Live music 9pm Sat w/ the Carolina Rhythm Stompers
(And don’t sleep on Mondays w/ Debbie Phillips and Bruce Lang!)

❤️

08/10/2026

Just sayin’, it’s time to make your fall plans to visit Burnsville!

🍂 Fall color season will be here before we know it! Peak color can begin as early as late September above 6,000 feet in the North Carolina mountains, then gradually work its way down the mountains through early November. Check out this Fall Color Guide to help plan your trip to catch the best of the season. 🍁

Photo Credit: Asheville Pictures

08/07/2026

What’s goin’ on today? Come see us while you’re out at The Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair!

A reminder of what’s going on at the NuWray:
🍽️ Carriage House Sundries, open Fri–Sat 7am–10pm: Cafe, lunch, dinner, and drinks!
🍽️ The Old Ray restaurant, open Fri–Sat 4–8pm for dinner
🥃 The The Washroom Bar, open Fri–Sat 6–11pm, snacks and beverages
⛱️ Roland’s will open at noon both Friday and Saturday until 10pm, with refreshing beverages and our great Smok-o-Motive menu that makes for quick and easy sustenance while you explore vendor booths!

🎸 AND we’ve got great live music lined up:
Friday @ Roland’s — the Gypsy River Band
Saturday @ Roland’s — Orion’s Mystery
Saturday in the The Washroom Bar — Jon Ratliff

Come by and see us, and Happy Crafts Fair!
Mount Mitchell Arts & Crafts Fair

📸 Chip Conrad