The Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT) is a 2,174-mile footpath along the ridgecrests and across the major valleys of the Appalachian Mountains. Featured in the movie A Walk in the Woods, the trail traverses Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont…
What is glamping? It’s a combination of glamour and camping, or luxury camping, satisfying both the city slicker and nature lover. Arrive to a fully set up mountain glampsite in our Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, no assembly or equipment…
The 4.5-mile loop hike on Cedar Rock Mountain in DuPont State Recreational Forest provides wonderful mountain views and dramatic scenery. Rising only a few hundred feet above the surrounding plateau, Cedar Rock Mountain contains some of the most…
April 25, 2026
Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Greening Up the Mountains street festival in downtown Sylva, about an hour's drive west of Asheville. This free festival celebrates the greening leaves as they work their way up the…Enjoy an extra special stay at the Horse Shoe Farm this Easter! Your stay includes reserved Easter Brunch at The Silo Cookhouse, a children’s Easter Egg Hunt (11:30 AM – 12:00 PM), Easter Bunny visits & photos (11:00 AM – 12:00 PM), a curated…
Hop over to The Village Green for Cashiers' annual free Easter Egg Hunt, open to all children 11 and under. Three age-divided hunts ensure every child has a fair and fun experience. Ages 4 and under hunt inside the playground. Ages 5–8 hunt on…
Dig into Appalachian apple heritage at this free hands-on family celebration at the Cashiers Historical Society. Graft your own apple tree in the CHS orchard, sample fresh cider made with traditional 1800s methods, learn apple cider vinegar…
Stroll downtown artsy Dillsboro and interact with more than 40 of the region's best artisans. Browse the many shops and galleries while experiencing some of the area's best restaurants. Entertainment and festival food round out a great family day…
Enjoy free outside live music in downtown Sylva every Friday from 7-9 PM starting Memorial Day through Labor Day at Bridge Park, two blocks from Main Street with shops, restaurants, and breweries. Family-friendly, bring a chair or blanket. 2026…
Unwind on Fridays Memorial Day through Labor Day with live music outdoors in downtown Sylva. Shows are 7-9 pm at the Bridge Park. It's just two blocks from Main Street with shops, restaurants and breweries (come early!). Family friendly with a…
Meet 40+ master potters from across the country at this premier juried art event. Watch them in action and buy amazing creations that you will treasure for a lifetime.
The artsy village of Dillsboro welcomes 40 demonstrating artists along Front Street with their colorful creations. Browse many nearby galleries too. Free admission. 10 AM-4 PM.
Below are the best bed and breakfast and inns in Asheville NC and the Western North Carolina mountains near Biltmore Estate and the Blue Ridge Parkway for a romantic getaway. All have luxury accommodations with a private bath, delicious…
Built in 1885, this charming bed & breakfast is situated on 5 rolling acres in small town Waynesville. Enjoy coffee and breakfast on the veranda with large rockers and fresh mountain air. There’s plenty to explore in town including local…
Enhance your stay with discounted Biltmore Estate tickets (code: blkwalnut), dozen roses ($35), Romance Package with roses, sparkling wine, and chocolates ($90), or discounted spa services through partner Spa Theology.
This festival of flowers celebrates two months of spring blooms that include 75,000+ tulips, orchids, azalaeas and elaborate floral displays inside Biltmore House.
Walk through trails which become a live-action immersive story walk complete with actors, magical lights, and of course, Jack Frost. As you follow along the pages of the storybook Winterland, you will be on a quest to find Jack Frost and the…
Find yourself in the midst of cozy cabins and twinkling lights at Deerwoode Reserve’s Festival of Lights in Brevard. Stroll the property and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, crafts for kids, hayrides, and visits with Santa. Admission is $5.00 and…
Celebrate New Year's Eve at Omni Grove Park Inn with the Heritage Plated Dinner. It's a five-course French dinner, followed by a masquerade party in the Grand Ballroom. Dance to live bands and a silent DJ as you ring in 2026. Elegant cocktail…
Celebrate with a memorable buffet dinner in the Blue Ridge Dining Room of this historic Asheville resort. Guests can also opt to attend the ticketed Mystical Masquerade the Grand Ballroom with a live band and special guest performers. Masquerade…