Your weekend guide to the best events across Western North Carolina—November 13 through November 16.

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Cataloochee Ski Area is open for the 2025-2026 season! Cataloochee is in Maggie Valley is just 40 miles from downtown Asheville. With elevations up to 5,400 feet, it is usually about 10-15 degrees colder than the city. This allows them to have a…

Asheville Holiday Parade November 22, 2025
The festive Asheville Holiday Parade in downtown is a fun way to kick off the Christmas season, complete with local personality for plenty of smiles. It starts at 11 AM, so several downtown streets…

Elevation Lofts Hotel is a luxury boutique getaway in downtown Asheville, offering a comfortable home-like setting next to top restaurants, breweries, shops, and galleries. These 2-3 bedroom units sleep 4-8 people with beautiful hardwood…

Deerwoode Reserve offers an unforgettable wedding experience on a private 175-acre nature preserve just minutes from downtown Brevard. This all-in-one destination combines serene outdoor ceremony settings, a beautifully designed event center, and…

Deerwoode Reserve offers a one-of-a-kind lodging experience on a 175-acre nature preserve just a few minutes from downtown Brevard. With 11 unique cabins—ranging from cozy studios and one-bedrooms to spacious lodges that sleep up to 18—this…

Fully-furnished and beautifully appointed 1 and 2 bedroom downtown condos on the upper floors of the historic Altamont Theatre. Enjoy mountain and city views, as well as many amenities. Walking distance to lots of restaurants and shops.…

Go junking and picking in Asheville! Find two great areas to explore with many spots in close proximity, Biltmore Village and downtown. 

Biltmore Antiques District
This is the best area in Asheville to find antiques and is near…

Welcome to the Land of the Waterfalls with hiking, biking, and famous Sliding Rock. Picturesque Main Street has many local shops, restaurants, galleries, brewery, museums, and favorite O.P. Taylor toy store. Big events include the White Squirrel…

Deerwoode Reserve is an ideal destination for family reunions, celebrations, retreats, and group getaways. Set on 175 acres of peaceful conservation land in Brevard, this private nature preserve offers 11 cabins—ranging from studios to the…

    Nestled on a 35‑acre forested site just outside Old Fort, North Carolina, Wunderland Resort is a thoughtfully designed eco‑adventure escape where couples and nature‑lovers reconnect and recharge.

    Nestled on a 35‑acre forested site just outside Old Fort, North Carolina, Wunderland Resort is a thoughtfully designed eco‑adventure escape where couples and nature‑lovers reconnect and recharge.

Nestled on a 35‑acre forested site just outside Old Fort, North Carolina, Wunderland Resort is a thoughtfully designed eco‑adventure escape where couples and nature‑lovers reconnect and recharge.

Deerwoode Reserve offers one of Brevard’s most unique lodging and event experiences—an all-in-one destination set on a peaceful 175-acre nature preserve just minutes from downtown. Guests can choose from 11 cabins, ranging from cozy studios to…

Asheville, Downtown: First day of the four-day SoCon Women's Volleyball Championship! Defending champion Wofford aims for its third straight crown while Samford leads with seven tournament titles. Daily general admission and…

(Top photo by Brandon Thrower)

This beautiful waterfall, located in Pisgah National Forest, is 30 minutes from Asheville and is easily accessible from Interstate 40. It is near the small town of Old Fort in McDowell County.

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Mars Hill, Madison County: The Madison County Arts Council presents the Holiday Sale 2025. Browse locally made art and gifts ranging from time-honored traditional designs to contemporary art. Browse handmade treasures perfect…

Note: This route has been impacted by Helene. Use the National Park Service website to find the right route for you.

The Mount Mitchell Byway is a very scenic 52-mile mountain drive, packed with vistas among the peaks and valleys of Yancey…

Hike on the highest trail east of the Mississippi! The Balsam Nature Trail near the Mt. Mitchell summit is an easy 3/4-mile easy loop hike. Go to the top of the observation deck, and as you head back to the parking lot, look for the Balsam Trail…

Great BBQ with live bluegrass, antique tractor show, jamming stage, championship clogging teams, artists & crafts vendors, and local food vendors. Held the first Saturday in October at the Riverside Park across the river from downtown Spruce…