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Here are our top picks for Spring events and festivals in the Asheville area in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina - including Easter Weekend, Mother's Day Weekend, and Memorial Day Weekend. For events throughout the year, see our list of seasonal calendars.
March, April & May Events in Asheville & Western NC
Spring & Summer Art in the Park, Blowing Rock
Art in the Park in Blowing Rock, NC, hosts dozens of fine art and handcraft vendors at each show. Some of the best local and regional artists and craftspeople showcase their handcrafted jewelry,…
Concerts in the Park Series, Blowing Rock
Blowing Rock's beloved annual outdoor concert series returns to the Rotary Gazebo in Memorial Park with five free Sunday performances spanning May through September. Family-friendly and casual… More Information
Concerts on the Creek, Sylva
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…
Groovin on the Green
Groovin’ on The Green are free concerts held rain for shine. They begin at 6:00 pm and last until 8:30 pm. Bring your own law chairs and blankets to The Village Green Common’s Lawn. This is a kid… More Information
Concerts on the Creek, Sylva
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…
Sapphire Valley Arts and Crafts Show
This Blue Ridge celebration brings together local artisans showcasing pottery, textiles, woodwork, paintings, and fine jewelry alongside live regional music and family-friendly activities. Kids… More Information
Luminere Immersive Nightscapes at Biltmore
Experience Biltmore after dark with illuminated displays across the house and gardens. Arrive before sunset to enjoy picnic dinners and beverages, then watch as projected light and sound transform… More Information
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Spring Events & Festivals: Top 40
Check out our calendar of the best festival and events in Asheville and western North Carolina in March, April, and May.
May - Emerging Artist Exhibit at the Folk Art Center
Haywood Community College Professional Crafts Program and the Southern Highland Guild present the Graduating Class of 2026 Exhibit. Emerging artists display work in fiber, wood, clay, and metals… More Information
Unrelenting: Cherokee People and the American Revolution
See historic objects and contemporary Cherokee art. This exhibit explores how Cherokee people navigated the American Revolution. On display at the Museum of the Cherokee People in Cherokee. Open… More Information
Rhododendron Rambles at Grandfather Mountain
Join Grandfather Mountain naturalists for an easygoing guided stroll showcasing the park's blossoming Catawba rhododendron and other native species. Included with park admission. Meet outside the… More Information
Rhododendron Ramble
Join short, guided strolls highlighting Grandfather Mountain's rhododendron species and their ecological roles daily from May 23-31, 2026. These easy, 30-minute daily walks start at 1 PM by the… More Information
LEAF Deep Roots Festival
Family-friendly music festival + healing arts, workshops, vendors. Tickets $35-60. Free for children 10 and under. Raises funds for LEAF Global Arts.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Montford Park Players - Asheville
North Carolina's longest-running Shakespeare Festival kicks off its 2026 season with a beloved classic, The Wizard of Oz, at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre. Bring a lawn chair, picnic basket, and…
WNC Whiskey Festival
Sample whiskey expressions from around the world at the WNC Whiskey Festival at the Mission Health/A-B Tech Conference Center in Asheville. Enjoy guided tastings, brand representatives, and… More Information
Cold Mountain Music Festival
Outdoor festival with plenty of live music, food trucks, beer & wine, and more at Lake Logan in Pisgah National Forest south of Waynesville, about 30 miles from Asheville. Day passes from $40/… More Information
Drum Circle
Hear and feel the beat at the weekly drum circle every Friday night in downtown Asheville in Pritchard Park from April-October. And dance the night away!
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