See our special list of top events, festivals and things to do during Labor Day Weekend in Asheville and the surrounding towns and mountains.

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED)
Musicians and dancers from across Western North Carolina gather to share the region's stirring Southern Appalachian mountain culture and traditions outdoors in downtown Asheville. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and stake out a spot on the "green."

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED. WILL RETURN IN FALL)Watch horse jumping with the best riders in the country at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center with an exciting atmosphere featuring entertainment, food, kids' activities and Venetian carousel rides. Competitions vary each week. Free admission.

Held on the spacious farm grounds of the historic Shelton House and Museum of NC Handicrafts in Waynesville, enjoy a craft fair, Appalachian dancing, tours, music, barn exhibits, food trucks, farmers market, and theatre. * The 2020 event will be completely outdoors with plenty of room to spread out and hand sanitizing stations throughout. Please wear a mask and enjoy the show!

Enjoy live music, food and beer at this big outdoor concert in downtown Asheville. Free admission, 5-9 PM.

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED)
Musicians and dancers from across Western North Carolina gather to share the region's stirring Southern Appalachian mountain culture and traditions outdoors in downtown Asheville. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and stake out a spot on the "green."

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED. WILL RETURN IN FALL)Watch horse jumping with the best riders in the country at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center with an exciting atmosphere featuring entertainment, food, kids' activities and Venetian carousel rides. Competitions vary each week. Free admission.

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) 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 $45/person. Camping and accommodations available - reserve early.

This big outdoor concert weekend in Marion is on the grounds of Tom Johnson's Camping Center - complete with camping options, pavilion and dozens of performers. Single day and weekend tickets.

There's always plenty to see and do at this free street festival in quaint downtown Black Mountain to celebrate sourwood honey! 200 vendors, crafts, live music, kids' activities and food. Saturday 9 AM-8 PM and Sunday 9 AM-5 PM. 

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

One of the biggest sports festivals in NC, the event in the spectacular Hickory Nut Gorge is anchored by three major races: 10K Dam Run, Triathlon and Race up Chimney Rock. Events for kids, beginner athletes and spectators, too. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) The weekend-long lawn jam on their scenic REEB Ranch by DuPont State Forest includes a beer fest with 50+ craft-canning breweries, internationally touring bands, camping, food trucks, and plenty of mountain sports.

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) A favorite showcase since 1928, mountain fiddlers, banjo pickers, dulcimer sweepers, dancers, balladeers and others come together for a showcase of authentic bluegrass music and dancing in Asheville.

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

Join Guild woodworkers for an exciting day exploring various forms of woodcraft. Featuring the Annual Carve Off Competition. 10 AM –4 PM.

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Fantastic fair in Biltmore Village with 100 hand-selected artists from 16 states, representing the full spectrum of craft media - jewelry, ceramic, wood, fiber, metals, two-dimensional art and more.

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) This street festival in downtown Waynesville is the ultimate cultural exchange with international and regional artwork, international dance and music from Folkmoot USA, and great food. 10 AM-5 PM. Free admission. 

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Formally the Yoga Festival, this event features 40 presenters and 90+ offerings downtown, including yoga, music, outdoor activities, and health & wellness experts (fees). Mountain Air Market at Pack Square Park on Friday-Sunday is free with slackline park, music, art, body care, and organic food. 

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED) Musicians and dancers from across Western North Carolina gather to share the region's Southern Appalachian mountain culture and traditions in downtown Asheville in Pack Square Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the "green."

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Folkmoot, an international music and dance festival, has its Parade of Nations down Main Street in Waynesville at 10 AM with elaborate costumes. Free to attend. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Stroll downtown artsy Dillsboro and interact with more than 40 of the region's best artisans. Browse the many shops and galleries while experiencing some of the areas best restaurants. Entertainment and festival food round out a great family day that celebrates mountain art and culture. Free admission. Pets welcomed. 10 AM-4 PM.

Enjoy live music, food and beer in downtown Asheville, starting at 5 PM. Free admission.

Top art show! See and buy traditional and contemporary fine art and craft directly from members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, with 200+ juried artists from mountain regions of nine states. Held inside in downtown Asheville.

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED) Musicians and dancers from across Western North Carolina gather to share the region's Southern Appalachian mountain culture and traditions in downtown Asheville in Pack Square Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the "green."

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED. WILL RETURN IN FALL)Watch horse jumping with the best riders in the country at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center with an exciting atmosphere featuring entertainment, food, kids' activities and Venetian carousel rides. Competitions vary each week. Free admission.

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Experience an old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration and street festival in Bryson City with a 5K, crafts, food, contests, live music and the best fireworks show in the Smokies.

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) See 100+ regional, local and national artists and craft artisans with fine jewelry, a big variety of art and hand-crafted apparel and decor. Lexington Avenue in downtown Asheville. Free admission. 10 AM-5 PM. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Experience authentic Indian dancing, drumming and tribal regalia. Dance competitions kick the excitement up even higher. Enjoy crafts, food and fireworks, too.

Sip and stroll through the NC Arboretum gardens after dark (8-11 PM) with live music and see the illuminated Lego sculptures. Light food, beer, and wine available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person. 

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) See and buy fine arts and crafts from dozens of local artists at Pack Square Park in downtown. 10 AM-5 PM.

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) One of the country's premier summer music festivals with 100+ performances by 500 students from around the world - joined by faculty and visiting artists for symphony, opera, pops, chamber, cabaret, Americana, and jazz. Artist Director is Keith Lockhart (Boston Pops).

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) See works from 15 invitational potters in Cashiers; includes a big pottery sale, demonstrations and more on the Village Green, gazebo and park. 10 AM-5 PM. Free admission.

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED. WILL RETURN IN FALL)Watch horse jumping with the best riders in the country at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center with an exciting atmosphere featuring entertainment, food, kids' activities and Venetian carousel rides. Competitions vary each week. Free admission.

(2020 EVENT CANCELED) Experience the sights, sounds, music, pageantry, colorful costumes, food, art, and extraordinary talent of Latin America. Pack Square Park, Downtown Asheville. 12-8 PM. Free admission. 

Potters and ceramic artists of the Southern Highlands Guild at the Folk Art Center share a variety of techniques such as throwing, sculpture and coil-building. Glaze and see the firing of raku pots. 10 AM-4 PM. Free admission.

(2020 SUMMER EVENT CANCELED. WILL RETURN IN FALL)Watch horse jumping with the best riders in the country at the impressive Tryon International Equestrian Center with an exciting atmosphere featuring entertainment, food, kids' activities and Venetian carousel rides. Competitions vary each week. Free admission.

**Due to COVID-19 concerns, this event is canceled for 2020.  The Cradle of Forestry celebrates with free admission and plenty of outdoor activities in Pisgah National Forest near Sliding Rock, including hikes, demos, historic buildings, and kid's educational fun. 10 AM-4 PM.

(2020 EVENT POSTPONED) Line up for your free Hunter's liver mush sandwich while enjoying live music, hog calling, eating contest and more in downtown Marion, 5-9 PM.

** Due to COVID-19 concerns, this year's event is canceled. Will return in 2021. The legend is that for one day each year, sea creatures and mermaids leave their ocean home and travel the French Broad River to Downtown Marshall. Arts, crafts and music 11 AM-11 PM, seafood cook-off and parade at 6 PM with costumes and lots of water balloons and guns.

Hear and feel the beat at the weekly drum circle every Friday night in downtown in Pritchard Park. And dance the night away!

In Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville, 10 AM-6 PM, with live music, organic local food and beer, cooking demos, samplings, natural arts and crafts. Free.

Epic adult day camp at Sierra Nevada Brewery includes obstacle course, keg bowling, hammerschlogan, silent disco, costume contest and more. Pair those with their iconic and special collaboration beers, along with great food. 12-6 PM. $25/person includes entertainment, games and shuttle.