Let the sounds of a symphony lift your spirits. Brevard Philharmonic will perform Christmastime in Brevard with special artists Jennifer D'Agostino and Michael Roemer. Don’t miss this well-loved holiday tradition!
Treat the family to a weekend of wonder. Get away for a trip to the lodge that’s filled with holiday festivities and cheer, culminating in Brunch with Santa on Sunday before checking out.
Dates: March 14 & 15, 2025
Turn up the classics with a rockin' weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa!
Friday, March 14 relive the Tom Petty experience with The Wildflowers, America’s #1 Tom Petty tribute band. Then on…
Head to Bryson City, NC for the Smoky Mountain Christmas Light Spectacular this holiday season! The Great Smoky Mountains Event Park (formerly Inspiration Park) will dazzle you with all-new giant LED displays, including drive-thru arches and…
Venture through 18 live-action outdoor scenes with magical lights and spooky sounds portraying renditions of classic Halloween themes. This outdoor trail is geared toward families with kids ages 3-12 (no "gore" or contact). Plus, the Aerial Glow…
Sign up for the Women's Golf Day Tournament at The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa and enjoy special offers from May 27 - June 3, including free gifts and a golf giveaway basket! This global movement celebrates women in golf, welcoming all ages and…
Step into an evening of lively community joy under the stars (or under the hall, depending on weather). Asheville Community Square Dance welcomes dancers of all experience levels—no partner, no worries—every First Saturday from September through…
Feast on appetizers, main courses, desserts, and more from 50 of Asheville's top restaurants, farms, and craft beverage makers. This fundraiser is a premier event in the local food scene. Participating businesses include Cúrate, Chai Pani, Posana…
The spectacular Nantahala Gorge, located in Nantahala National Forest, is one of America's favorite playgrounds for outdoor enthusiasts. It's located at the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just a short distance from Cherokee and…
NOC (Nantahala Outdoor Center) in the Nantahala Gorge is a yearround 500-acre playground for outdoor lovers. In addition to rafting and kayaking on the Nantahala River, you can fly on zip lines, play on the treetops, bike, and hike. The…
This small town of 2,000 residents has a quaint downtown area with some nice surprises for shopping and dining. Spruce Pine offers the uniqueness of having not one but two main streets, Upper Street (Oak Avenue) and Lower Street (Locust Avenue).…
June 13, 2026
Join alien and UFO enthusiasts the annual Spruce Pine Alien Festival. More than 50,000 people attended the festival in 2025, according to the organizers! Hear national speakers discuss stories of encounters and sightings. See and…The Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City offers two unique ziplining activities. The Treetop Adventure Park + Zip is a self-guided adventure park in the trees. It includes a multi-level challenge course: each level features new obstacles. The…
Two hundred juried crafters transform the streets around Burnsville's historic town square into a showcase of handmade work spanning nearly every craft imaginable. There's also music, dancing, and performances throughout each day. Held the first…
The Historic Grove Arcade on Battery Hill in downtown Asheville is a beautiful place to shop and eat! It's one of North Carolina's most historic buildings and features dozens of specialty shops, galleries and restaurants. Find local art, antiques…
This is a bike ride for everyone. Spring Out is a day of riding and community in the River Arts District. Choose from three routes for all skill levels, with staggered ride starts at 2 pm. Pop-up bike park opens at 1 pm. Stick around for post-…
Enjoy a curated holiday block party, with local street performers, vendors, and splendid hoilday decorations. This family-friendly community event features an appearance by Santa. Held annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
November 6-December 31, 2026
A favorite area holiday tradition for kids of all ages (including adults!) is THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride excursion at the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, located in its charming hometown of Bryson City…Booking begins in Spring for this holiday ride to the North Pole on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Offered by the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, the train is on a mission to pick up Santa. People of all ages enjoy the ride, which includes hot…
So many things to explore- hikes, waterfalls, river rafting and tubing, biking, kayaking, skiing, WNC Fly Fishing Trail®️, train excursions, heritage sites, and more! Includes the towns of Cashiers, Cherokee, Dillsboro, Sylva, Balsam,…