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Calling all cheese lovers! The the Western NC Cheese Trail celebrates local food and makers at the delicious Carolina Mountain Cheese Fest. In the past, it has been hedl at Oak and Grist Distilling Company in…
Biltmore Village, located across from the entrance to Biltmore Estate in Asheville, is home to many shops, restaurants, and hotels. Most businesses are housed in historic cottages and buildings. Tree-lined streets, brick sidewalks and period…
See and buy craft and art by 90+ artists from many different disciplines. Also enjoy live music and entertainment, many food vendors and the beauty of the lake. Free admission. Be sure to follow the driving directions provided by the event.…
New Morning Gallery's online store is open! New Morning Gallery represents over 500 American artists with hand-crafted furniture, home accessories, pottery, glass, jewelry, garden sculpture, and other imaginative gifts.
What says "Romantic Christmas" more than a carriage ride during the holiday season? Here are some options in November and December in Asheville and surrounding towns in the North Carolina mountains.
Forest City (pic above)
Our top…Held the first Saturday in December with many events along Main Street throughout the day. Shop sidewalk vendors at the Christmas Market from 1-5 PM and stroll by the storefront windows featuring live interactive displays 2-4 PM. Christmas Parade…
2023 is the Year of the Trail in North Carolina — and September is Year of the Trail Month in Rutherford County!
Throughout the year, events will be held in every county, including special events in State Parks, guided trail experiences,…
Give yourself the getaway you actually need! Book three or more nights at Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast and save 30% on your final night—any nights, anytime this spring (March through May). Spend your time exploring Biltmore Estate’s spring…
Add a delicious Asheville dining experience to your March getaway. For just $25, receive $50 in gift cards to Tupelo Honey Cafe’s original downtown Asheville location when you stay at Pinecrest Bed and Breakfast. This offer is available with any…
Check out our calendar of the best festival and events in Asheville and western North Carolina in March, April, and May.
Find a big variety of cabins, condos and other vacation rentals at Lake Lure - as presented by Rutherford County Tourism.
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Celebrate spring at Nantahala Outdoor Center with a free, family-friendly festival with live music, giveaways, "science of the outdoors" activities, paddlesports vendors, artisan market, and after party. Experienced paddlers can experience the…
Pick a package or special that is perfect for your vacation, with discounts and travel deals for hotels, resorts, bed and breakfasts, country inns and cabin rentals in the North Carolina mountains.
Highlands has been a mountain respite for over a century, allowing visitors to unwind while being treated to the finest amenities. Highlands is one of the highest towns east of the Mississippi River, with an elevation of 4,118 feet. It's also…
From May 8–10, the Omni Grove Park Inn's Mother's Day package pairs overnight accommodations with Bubbles & Bracelets, tickets to the Mother's Day Tea Party (live music, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, and hands-on artisanal activities), daily…
- America's Favorite Drive
Threading through ancient peaks and emerald valleys, the Blue Ridge Parkway unfolds like a love letter to the Southern Appalachians. This iconic 469-mile mountain highway connects Virginia's Shenandoah to North Carolina's…