Celebrate your wedding at this downtown Asheville hotel. Book discounted hotel rooms for your group, too. Outdoor Facilities: Air Level has over 2,000 sq. ft. of space with stunning views all the way to Mt. Pisgah. Private bar and fire pit. It…
Enjoy small plates and drinks in this downtown Asheville hip hotel. The lively lounge includes a great outdoor deck overlooking the street. 51 Biltmore Avenue
Celebrate your wedding at this downtown Asheville hotel. Book discounted hotel rooms for your group, too. Outdoor Facilities: Air Level has over 2,000 sq. ft. of space with stunning views all the way to Mt. Pisgah. Private bar and fire…
Choose from two cozy cabins in Marshall, SkyView and RiverHaven. Each cabin offers a bedroom, gathering room, kitchen, private outdoor space with firepit, ample seating, and amazing views all the way to Tennessee! Perks include nearby Spa in Hot…
Vegan and vegetarian comfort food are at the heart of this locally loved, downtown eatery serving plant-based fare that's affordable and delicious. They serve lunch, dinner, and late night food. 68 N. Lexington Ave
First Tuesday through Saturday in October
Experience Cherokee culture and fun at their Annual Indian Fair, which has been celebrated for more than 110 years! In addition to the country fair carnival rides, games, and exhibits, enjoy plenty of…July Fourth Weekend (Annually)
Experience the Southeast's largest Native American celebration at the Cherokee Powwow. Set in the beautiful Smoky Mountains, this family-friendly event welcomes all to learn and enjoy. The powwow begins on Friday…Experience the Southeast's largest Native American celebration in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Be amazed by the Grand Entry procession featuring dancers in stunning handcrafted regalia, singers, and honored guests. This family-friendly event…
This annual Spring Conference at Mars Hill University includes 150+ practical, affordable, regionally-appropriate workshops on organic growing, homesteading, urban farming and rural living. Plus trade show, seed exchange, special guests and on-…
Find festivals, events, and our top things to do to kick off summer during the holiday weekend in Asheville and the NC mountains.
March 26–May 21, 2026
Celebrate Spring with a spectacular display of colorful blooms across the Biltmore estate. Starting on the first day of spring, Biltmore celebrates the legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted and his final project…See 100+ regional, local and national artists and craft artisans with fine jewelry, a big variety of art and hand-crafted apparel and decor the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. Downtown Asheville (80 Court Plaza). Free admission. 10…
Held Labor Day Weekend (Annually)
September 4-6, 2026
Historic downtown Hendersonville is the official home of the North Carolina Apple Festival, a four-day celebration in honor of the huge local apple crop. Henderson County produces more…Saturday, August 29, 2026, 10 am-5 pm
Don't miss the annual WNC Bigfoot Festival (now held in August instead of May). The fest covers several blocks of Main Street in downtown Marion, located about 36 miles east of Asheville. In…
February 2
Pumpkin the Groundhog will make his debut at Chimney Rock Park to search for his shadow to predict our next six weeks of winter weather. Since this is Pumpkin's first-ever Groundhog Day, staff and naturalists want to…
Planning a Blue Ridge Mountain getaway to Asheville and Western North Carolina? You're in the right place. These are our readers' top picks based on nearly 3 million annual visits to our site—the activities, attractions, and experiences that make…
The annual WNC Bigfoot Festival is held over several blocks of Main Street in downtown Marion, located about 36 miles east of Asheville. In addition to Sasquatch-themed items, discover a variety of local craft and food vendors. The…
This festival in Pack Square Park is for anyone interested in a plant-based diet as well as people who are already vegan. Vendors offer food, drink, fitness and lifestyle products, and more. Kidzone, educational speakers, and a DJ. Free.