Meet 100 artisans and crafters from throughout the Southeast with a big variety of art. Outdoors at the Festival Grounds (3374 Soco Road) in the valley. 9 AM-4 PM each day. Free admission and parking.
The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of 21 working farms in Western NC, including vegetables, livestock, vineyards, orchards, flowers, fiber, and more! This is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages, abilities, and…
The biggest LGBTQ+ pride festival in Western North Carolina is held in downtown Asheville at Pack Square Park, with more than 100 vendors and entertainment.
This free, family event in downtown Asheville connects community and showcases Black culture, art, food, and entertainment.
Enjoy lots of rides, exhibits, animals, food, and much more. Fun for all ages! We especially love the impressive exhibits in various buildings. See the many competitions from quilting, photography, extreme garden vegetables, flowers, crafts, and…
Celebrate the coming of the snow season with woolly worm races, live entertainment and lots of food and craft vendors in downtown Banner Elk during peak fall color. Highly popular!
Namaste in Nature gift certificates promote health and happiness via the most uniquely Asheville experience that combines yoga + hiking + meditation with the best waterfall and mountain views in Western North Carolina. Ideal for bachelorettes,…
Young adventurers 14 and under are invited to a Family-Friendly Dungeons & Dragons Night on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Embark on custom homebrew campaigns guided by expert Dungeon Masters. For $15, attendees receive…
This multi-day music festival spotlights Asheville’s diverse music and arts scene. An exceptional lineup of local, regional, and national talent will fill area 20+ concert halls, clubs, and outdoor venues.
Celebrate Scottish culture with music, dance, food, games & kilts—all in one epic family weekend!
Deep inside Humpback Mountain lies the Linville Caverns—North Carolina's only caverns open for tours. These natural limestone caverns feature stalactite and stalagmite formations and an underground stream. Guided tours (30-40 minutes long) leave…
Go to Forest City to celebrate a famous moonshiner with music, crafts, food trucks and cherry-inspired dishes and drinks. Kicks off Friday evening with a free outdoor concert.
Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brevard and Transylvania County are a paradise for water lovers. From serene paddling on mountain lakes to leisurely tubing down gentle rivers, this region invites you to immerse yourself in its…
When summer sunshine starts warming the Blue Ridge Mountains, there's no better way to cool off than by plunging into the refreshing waters of Brevard and Transylvania County. As a region shaped by water, with placid natural swimming holes to…
Carolina Living Choices is a free printed guide for active, senior living retirement in Western North Carolina. They offer a wealth of information and expertise on real estate, 55+, and retirement communities near Asheville,…
Western North Carolina is home to thousands of world-class artists who draw daily inspiration from living in our scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. Come meet them and see their work! Creating drive-able trails for 25 Western North Carolina…
With two locations near Asheville & Brevard, Barkwells dog-centric vacation rentals are close to all the fun and far away from every day. Dogs run, swim, and play on acres of fenced meadows with a pond. You come to sit and stay in fully-…
This East Asheville French eatery features French comfort food with appetizers, small plates, entrees, and desserts, plus an excellent selection of cocktails and wine. The space has eight regulation-size Petanque courts (a French social game) and…