The Burke County NAACP hosts this free annual Juneteenth celebration at the outdoor ampitheater at the CoMMA Performing Arts Center. Drama, dance, and music performances. Call 828-433-7469 for more information. 

The Asheville shopping scene is diverse, ranging from shopping malls with national chain stores to quaint downtowns throughout western North Carolina.

Downtown Asheville makes shopping so much fun. There are many beautiful streets to stroll…

Western North Carolina honors the federal holiday with community celebrations each June. See the listings below.

On June 19, 1865, Union General…

Art galleries in the Asheville area abound! Did you know that western North Carolina is one of the top areas in the country for art? Thousands of extraordinary artists live in our Blue Ridge Mountains. Discover hundreds of art galleries and…

The public is invited to attend a series of free events by the The Martin Luther King Jr. Association of Asheville & Buncombe County and the City of Asheville. Events celebrate Black history, culture, and community. Includes panel discussions…

Learn how Black residents have been essential to arts, culture, and commerce in Asheville and Western North Carolina for more than 160 years by walking and listening to the Asheville Black Cultural Heritage Trail. This self-guided walking tour…

Tucked away in a tree preserve across the French Broad River from downtown Asheville is a playground for outdoor adventure lovers of all ages. The Adventure Center of Asheville is just five minutes from downtown and about 10 minutes from Biltmore…

Note: Weather and repairs can require temporary closures on the Parkway. Find up-to-date information here.

The Blue Ridge Parkway was built for picnics! In addition to hundreds of picnic tables along the way, there are many overlooks and…

Hidden away in Asheville is a surprising man-made salt cave. It is a peaceful retreat for therapeutic rest and healing. Some 30 tons of natural crystal salt from Poland creates an enriched micro-climate that enhances relaxation, rehabilitation,…

This picturesque campus tucked away behind the legendary The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa is a hidden jewel with much to see. This must stop for art and history lovers is just 2.5 miles from downtown Asheville. Biltmore Industries began here in…

Second Saturday in July
July 11th, 2026
The tiny town of Saluda  (about 35 miles southeast of Asheville) welcomes visitors for Coon Dog Day. The very fun, quirky street festival celebrates the loyal pet used for many years for hunting…

Fascinating history can be found at a variety of museums and historic sites in Asheville and the many small towns of the western North Carolina mountains. Learn about our Appalachian natural and cultural history, including the history of the…

Art lovers should not miss the Folk Art Center. It showcases the finest in traditional and contemporary craft of the Southern Appalachians and includes rotating exhibits, live demonstrations and a large gallery shop. Free admission. 8 miles from…

Jackson County's rich cultural heritage welcomes you year-round! About an hour's drive west of Asheville, this area includes the towns of Cashiers, Dillsboro, Sylva, Balsam, Glenville, Cullowhee, and parts of Cherokee. This is the place to…

Asheville is the ideal hub for a bachelor or bachelorette party weekend or getaway, offering a big variety of ways to party, pamper, dine, dance, and experience something unique! And don’t forget the awe-inspiring, nearby…

Get on the French Broad River with Asheville Adventure Company, the only rafting outfitter located inside Asheville city limits. Choose an easy self-guided tubing trip, paddle a calm-water kayak route past the Biltmore grounds, or head out with a…

Make the weekend feel like Asheville with a bachelorette outing on the French Broad River. 

Asheville Adventure Company specializes in group-friendly river adventures that mix mountain scenery, downtown access, and easy transportation…

Get on the French Broad River with Asheville Adventure Company, the only tubing outfitter located inside Asheville city limits. Choose an easy self-guided tubing trip, paddle a calm-water kayak route past the Biltmore grounds, or head out with a…

A private retreat with truly stunning views. The lodge and private suites are set on a dramatic rise just outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. From its lofty perch, you’re treated to an unobstructed view of the…

A private retreat with truly stunning views, ideal for an intimate wedding or elopement. The lodge and private suites are set on a dramatic rise just outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. From its lofty perch,…