In Blowing Rock, NC this is the place for outdoor and hiking gear and shoes. Those Keens caught my…read moreeye as my wife and I went inside. A minute or two for a separate staff person to come help us, as another staffer was there in the shoe area. A couple of try ons (as my shoe size in Keens can be 11 or 11 1/2) and I was ready to go; however, my wife who initially did not look the look of the bubble toe on the Keens (for women or men) was finally talked into trying a pair of Keens on and walking around in the shop. Comfort for her, and thus a pair of Keens for her and, of course, one for me. My last Keens were bought here about 6 years ago, are still quite comfortable and not showing wear, but sometimes you just have to spend a dollar or two and get more comfort, right? Yep.

Extremely friendly and knowledgeable. Can't remember his name but he answered all of our questions…read moreand made suggestions for Grandfather Mountain!

As small as this outlet is (fewer than 35 stores), we always enjoy shopping at Tanger Outlets when…read morevisiting Blowing Rock. We never fail to find good sales here - regardless of when we visit--and we like that the outlet is so close to the downtown area. The only store I feel is missing is Eddie Bauer. All of our other favorites, however, are here. And don't miss out on the LOFT store, which is located on the right at the main entrance. Don't miss a stop here if you're visiting BR or Boone!

I decided to visit the Shoppes on the Parkway and I was shocked at the number of retail stores…read morethat closed since my last visit there two years ago. Half of the shopping center closed.

Super friendly and helpful staff. I didn't even know I needed anything and left with a beautiful…read morepurse.

I walked in the store and nobody ever greeted me. I felt as if they thought I wasn't dressed well…read moreenough. I actually frequently shop at the Mtn Brook, AL location little did they know. They need warmer friendlier faces running this location.

I grew up in the area but moved away and visit every couple years. We had not been to the outlet in…read moreabout 4 years since before the pandemic but were visiting and had a chance to shop here for the first time. It was nice to see all the jacket options, t-shirts, shorts, vests, socks, hats, shoes, etc. the staff were super nice and approachable and there are 2 changing rooms in the back right corner when you walk in. Prices are great (obviously outlet range), and they have lots of sizes. ----TL;DR---- Pros: plenty of parking, good prices, friendly staff, good selection Cons: none Bottom Line: if you need some Columbia sportswear brand gear, here's the place to shop

From the owner: Our Columbia factory store is located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina at Shoppes on the Parkway. We…read morecarry innovative outerwear, sportswear, footwear, and accessories for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. Stop by our outlet store before you take on your next adventure this fall and winter. We have men's and women's snow boots, winter jackets, ski pants, and gloves to keep you warm this season. Whether sledding Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing the slopes on Appalachian Ski Mountain, snowboarding Beech Mountain Ski Resort, or cross-country skiing at Sugar Mountain Resort, we have the equipment to fuel your outdoor thrills. Shop our large inventory of performance products that will keep you warm, dry, cool, and protected year-round.

Love, love, love this little shop! Always come away with a wonderful treasure or two!…read moreShop owner is lovely and I alway run into a few really cute customers!

This little boutique is wonderful. Lots of greatt finds from shoes to house items. The store is…read moreorganized clean and the staff is extremely helpful. The cost is average and the items are well made.

Miss Donna is a charming woman. Her boutique is well lit and full of exciting items. As a visitor…read morefrom Las Vegas Nevada, I found the Town of Blowing Rock, NC quite interesting. I hope you enjoy your visit like I did!

We are stunned and shocked by how cruel my mother was treated today by the blonde manager. We were…read morebrowsing and my mom saw the golden leaf lotion brand that my grandmother uses. We saw an opened half used lotion bottle sitting out on the shelf. My mom simply put a small amount in her hand not knowing that wasn't a tester. The blonde manager her voice at her saying "Those are not testers" and my mom said "Oh I am sorry they looked like it because it was opened and half used." To which the manager replied "Because of people like you." She proceeded to then verbally attack my mother in front of other customers and as we were attempting to leave, she stepped towards us and was flinging her arms and hands telling us to leave. We were horrified and my mother was in tears leaving the store. We have never experienced anything like this. Even the customers in the store came out after us after the ordeal and said that they had never seen anything like that before. Completely unprofessional and cruel, we will be seeking further action moving forward. Nobody deserves to be treated so cruelly. Do not shop here.

The guy working the downstairs candy/hot sauce shop was very friendly and knowledgeable about the…read morehot sauces. They've got a pretty big selection. I didn't end up getting anything so I felt a little bad but my friend ended up buying some apple butter BBQ sauce so I didn't feel too terrible. If you feel like eating insects, you can buy them here. Yes, insects! The guys working upstairs were nice too. It's more traditional souvenirs and the tees and hats named in the store's moniker. I picked up a cute Blowing Rock sticker with a bear on it which was a tiny bit expensive, but yay.

My family and I were waiting for our food to be ready while on vacation and decided to pop into…read morethis store just to look around. First of all, the website says the store closes at 8:00, so we were surprised when it seemed like they were closing earlier. The employee working repeatedly told us that they had brought everything in for the night and to be careful, which I completely understand. However, the way it was communicated made us feel like we were in the way rather than welcome in the store. My family didn't notice, but I personally heard the employee say, "They need to leave," in a very rude and disrespectful tone while we were still inside. They changed the sign from 'Open' to 'Closed' while I was still inside the store, which made me feel like I was being rushed out and was not welcome there. Overall, it was not a great experience. I understand wanting to close up for the night, but there are much more respectful and professional ways to communicate that to customers. It definitely left a bad impression, especially while we were visiting on vacation.

I love that Village Thrift is run by the local Blowing Rock Women's Club, and all items are sold…read morefor scholarships for local kids. They raised $145,000 in the 2025/2026 season, too--wow! That's even more than my local women's club raised (through donations and fundraising only) for the same period. The store is neatly organized, and the prices are great. The day I stopped in, they were having a half-off sale on their women's clothing, and I was able to find several things that I liked. They also have a variety of housewares, cookware, linens, shoes, and decor. They even have a roomy fitting room to try on clothes. Note that they don't have any men's clothing. All of their items are donated, and many were higher-end brands. I found several Loft and Talbots tops and dresses that I had to purchase. Village Thrift is also fully run by volunteers who are friendly and happy to be there. I'll definitely return the next time I'm in town!

Great thrift store in Blowing Rock. Great non-profit run by the Blowing Rock women's club, and all…read moreof the profits go to college scholarships for local students. Last year, they gave over $100,000 to about 20 students. The store is staffed by a lovely group of volunteers who take pride in making a difference. They have a wide selection of items from art to clothing, jewelry, and home goods. I found a few cute items and felt good about my purchase as well. Please stop by and help this special store continue to be a success. Thanks to the lovely ladies who helped me today, including Nancy and Melissa.

Everytime we are in the area, we always stop by these outlets. Always have great deals going on and…read moreeven though it is busy, they always have the lines moving smoothly. All employees are super friendly and efficient. They have a lot of options with plenty of variety and sizes available. Great location with plenty of parking.

I love this place. They have stuff from babies to tweens! You can get shoes, bathing suits, jeans,…read moreclothes and even some hair accessories. The staff is very nice and helpful. One more thing, the have spaciest fitting rooms, not just tiny rectangles. So, if you are looking for a place to find clothes for all of your kids 0-12, this is the place for you.