Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 13 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 14 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Thursday, December 15, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 15 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 15 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 15 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Friday, December 16, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 16 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 16 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 16 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Roaring Twenties NYE Celebration
Dec 16 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

Mr. & Mrs. Claus are back from the North Pole for the second time this season and joining us in the Grove Arcade halls to grant Holiday wishes and take family photos! Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to meet Santa while he takes time off of his busy schedule

 

EXPERIENCE THE HOLIDAY MAGIC

The holiday spirit in Asheville lives at the Grove Arcade. For 16 years, the merchants and residents of the Grove Arcade have come together to turn our beloved 1920’s architecture into a Winter paradise! From November 19th through January 2nd, you can shop, dine and explore through Winter Wonderland! Our events this year include our annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony, kids movies and book readings, holiday bar-crawls, holiday gift specials, and so much more. We are thrilled to present a truly unforgettable Winter Wonderland experience. Happy Holidays, Asheville!
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Festivus for the Rest of Us Holiday Market
Dec 17 – Dec 18 all-day
Haiku I Do

A Festivus for the Rest of Us Holiday Market is a 3 day shopping experience for the last last minute shopper. Explore the market style boutiques of talented local and regional artists, craftsman and more! With each day showcasing different shops, foods, and music, you should have no excuse in procuring the perfect gift.

This event is free to the public. **Other than Sarge’s pet adoption, this is a dog free event…please leave your fur babies at home.

Follow Haiku I Do on Instagram for more vendor information and their booth dates.

Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 17 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Merry + Bright Holiday Market
Dec 17 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Homemade Pasta Noodles

Join Homemade Pasta Noodles for our first annual Merry & Bright Holiday Market. Shop local vendors for the perfect Holiday gift. Pick up fresh pasta. Listen to Holiday music. Enjoy a fresh, roasted chestnut and so much more! All the Holiday feels!!!
Open to the public. No ticket required.
Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 17 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Mindfulness Series: Rest and Reflection
Dec 17 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Join Namaste in Nature for a reflective meditation walk off the beaten path and away from the crowds. De-stress on this hike focused on connecting with yourself and the natural world. This fall mindfulness experience will center on rest and reflection as winter falls on the Park.

Merry Maker’s Market
Dec 17 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Atelier Maison & Co.

Experience the unique crafts of Asheville’s artisan makers — and give a gift you know won’t be collecting dust throughout the year — at the Merry Makers Market by Show & Tell Pop Up Shop at Atelier Maison & Co. in the Asheville Design District.

The event (a holiday version of the Makers Market, held every third Saturday) promises the same unique selection of locally-made + sourced housewares, vintage clothing, original art, handmade crafts, jewelry, fair trade imports, and more — but with a seasonal touch, including:

  • Homegrown gifts for everyone on your list (or yourself) from dozens of local vendors and artists
  • Craft workshops
  • Food trucks offering seasonal eats + drinks, including:
    • aThoke Lay (a Burmese pop-up chef)
    • Chai For (serving hand-crafted Masala Chai)

With roots in the Asheville Design District, Atelier Maison & Co. is the area’s home furnishings destination offering healthy, design-forward furniture, accessories, and our own exclusive line of green, envy-worthy pieces. Atelier Maison believes living green is not only better for the environment but essential in building a happier, healthier home.

Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 17 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Sunday, December 18, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 18 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 18 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Monday, December 19, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 19 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 19 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 19 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 20 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 20 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Dec 20 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Holiday Windows Walking Tour
Dec 21 @ 10:00 am
Downtown Asheville
Many downtown businesses have decorated their windows for the holiday season. Follow along our Holiday Windows Walking Tour as you shop for the perfect gift for everyone on your list and support small businesses.

Charmed Asheville is offering a special 10% discount to people who mention the Holiday Windows Walking Tour (some exclusions apply).

Also, are you have a holiday sale, event or promotion? We’re happy to share through our social media, newsletters and press releases.

All you need to do is fill out the brief form found here.

Winter Wonderland at The Grove Arcade
Dec 21 @ 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Grove Arcade

see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses