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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Friday, October 11, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 11 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Saturday, October 12, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Sunday, October 13, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 13 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Friday, October 18, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 18 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Saturday, October 19, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Sunday, October 20, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 20 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Show & Tell Sunday Market
Oct 20 @ 12:00 pm โ€“ 5:00 pm
Rabbit Rabbit

Show & Tell returns to Rabbit Rabbit for a monthly Sunday Market celebrating and supporting local + indie craft, design, and vintage. Gather with friends and family in the open air at this one-of-a-kind outdoor venue in Downtown Asheville and shop 50+ vendors rotating monthly.

Featuring housewares, decor, art, jewelry, ceramics, apparel, vintage clothes, candles, plants, and more! Meet makers and collectors and shop directly or at the curated pop up shop.

Enjoy bites and bevs from AVL Tacos and Asheville Pizza & Brewing.

Sundays, October 20

12-5pm

Rabbit Rabbit

75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Free and open to the public. The outdoor market runs rain or shine. No dogs allowed. Street parking is free all day Sunday along with paid parking options in nearby lots and garages.

For more info, visit showandtellpopupshop.com

Friday, October 25, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 25 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Saturday, October 26, 2024
Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Homegrown Halloween Market
Oct 26 @ 11:00 am โ€“ 3:00 pm
Smith Mill Works

Join us for family-friendly day of creativity and community supporting local artists, makers and farmers and their handmade and homegrown treats!

Explore one of our haunted greenhouses, participate in a family friendly DIY Halloween wreath making activity, peruse the Asheville Tool Library Yard Sale and enjoy delicious and healthy food from the Pasta and Prana food truck and more at the:
SMITH MILL WORKS HANDMADE HALLOWEEN MARKET on SAT OCT 26 from 11-3.

TOUCH-A-TRUCKยฎ๏ธ FAMILY FESTIVAL
Oct 26 @ 11:00 am โ€“ 3:00 pm
Tanger Asheville

TOUCH-A-TRUCK is an annual community-wide event where both kids and kids at heart have the opportunity to see, touch, and learn about vehicles of all types, including public service, emergency, utility, construction, delivery, and public transportation โ€” all in one place! Guests will meet the drivers and operators of these vehicles. Children will be able to “Truck-or-Treat” during the festival, and family-friendly costumes are encouraged (but not required). There will be a quiet hour from 11AM-noon for individuals sensitive to loud noises. Tickets are $5 per person ages 3 and up and can be purchased online or at the gate. Food and additional activities will be available at Tanger Asheville.

The 14th Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival
Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm
Pack Square Park

Friends, it is time once again for Ashevilleโ€™s most fantastical festival of freakiness and funโ€ฆ The Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival! As always, this is a FREE community event, brought to you by Arts 2 People, the organization that put on LAAFF for 15 years downtown.
This yearโ€™s festival will be bigger than ever with three music stages, a community storytelling tent, dozens of art vendors, food, beer and other libations, and of course, the highlight of the evening: the sunset performance by Surreal Sirkus.
The main stage at the Amphitheater in front of City Hall will feature live bands and musicians from Asheville and beyond. It will culminate in the Surreal Sirkus Main Show at 7:30 pm, which will showcase an array of performers, including aerialists, fire spinners, puppeteers, jugglers, dancers, and other circus acts.
This yearโ€™s show tells the story of one manโ€™s journey after death, and the beings he encounters along the way. Unifire Theater, Street Creature Puppets, and many other local performance groups will take part in the show.
Also, this year, Arts 2 People has partnered with Create Fest, a local organization bringing diverse communities together through the arts. They will host an Open Mic & Showcase on the Reuter Terrace, from noon until 7 p.m. The terrace will also be home to a number of interactive exhibits and spaces for audience participation.
Meanwhile, at North Pack Square, there will be two more performance areas: an EDM stage on the raised lawn featuring some of Ashevilleโ€™s finest DJโ€™s, and a Storytelling Tent located on the site of the former Vance Monument.
The latter is intended as a space for folks from around the region to share their personal stories as a way of bringing the community together in a spirit of healing and greater understanding of each other. (If you have a story you’d like to share, please DM us here or email: [email protected])
And of course the Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival will include more than 50 local vendors showcasing their unique artworks and handmade crafts, as well as food, beer, and mixed drinks, which will be available for sale at the Roger McGuire Green.
The Surreal Sirkus has deep roots in the history of the townโ€™s artistic life. It existed as both an annual event and a performance troupe of the same name from 1996 to 2005, when it was a staple of the cityโ€™s underground arts scene. It was resurrected in 2021 for the eventโ€™s 25th anniversary with the help of Arts 2 People.
The Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival is made possible by support from our sponsors, including:
Arts 2 People
Arts AVL
Buncombe County
North Carolina Arts Council
Create Fest
Create Inc
Cafรฉ Canna
The Well
JenBen Media
Raven & Crone
Asheville FM
West Village Market & Deli
Dropp Science
Spiral Enterprises
And more to come!

Asheville Official Halloween Bar Crawl
Oct 26 @ 4:00 pm โ€“ 10:00 pm
Urban Orchard Cider Co.

Everybody has that one costume they always wanted to wear and just never got the opportunity to. This year we want you to finally wear that costume to the Pubcrawls.com Halloween weekend Hangover Pub Crawl in Asheville on October 26th, 2024. We are going to have some of the spookiest attractions in the world at this bar crawl. Be ready to have the time of your life as we are offering only the top drink specials and exclusive bar promotions at this bar crawl. This will be one of those nights out with the crew which you never forget.

What Is Included With My Asheville Bar Crawl Ticket?
Over 4+ Venues!
Free Entry Into The Best Bars
2-3 Vouchers Included. (May Be Redeemed For A Drink, Shot, Swag or More)
FREE After Party
Pub Crawls Wristband
Detailed Custom Digital pub crawl map
Generously Low Drink Specials
Tasty Holiday Themed Drinks
Select Food Specials
Thousands Of Crawlers
$2000 Prize Value Social Media Costume Contest
Live Music/Bands/Dj’s at Certain Venues
Photographer and Videographer To Capture The Best Moments
Look out for a feature on our social media!
Helpful Pubcrawls.com Staff On Site

What Should I Wear To The Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl?
It is strongly encouraged to get creative and were that Halloween costume you always wanted to wear! You will see all types of spooky, funny, and sexy costumes roaming the streets for this pub crawl!

USE PROMO CODE EV20 for 20% OFF ON PUBCRAWLS.COM

The Official Halloween Bar Crawl – Asheville – 7th Annual
Oct 26 @ 4:00 pm โ€“ 11:59 pm
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville

๐ŸŽƒ ๐Ÿ‘ป Join the Ultimate Halloween Bar Crawl Experience! ๐ŸŽƒ ๐Ÿ‘ป

Get ready for a spooktacular night with Crawl With US at The Official 7th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl!

๐Ÿ‘ฝ Join Hundreds Of Spooky Crawlers
๐Ÿน 2-3 Drinks or Shots Included With Your Ticket
๐Ÿšซ No Cover At All Bars, Mid Party, & After Party
๐Ÿ† $1000 Costume Contest
๐Ÿ“ท Professional Photographers
๐Ÿฅค Custom Crawl With US Stadium Cups (First 400 Check Ins)
๐Ÿ“ฟ Custom Keychain Lanyards With Bottle Openers (First 400 Check Ins)
๐Ÿป Exclusive Drink Specials
๐Ÿ” Food Specials at Select Venues
๐Ÿ”ฅ Awesome After Party
๐Ÿ“› Custom Halloween Badge
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Access To Our Asheville Pub Crawl Map

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This isn’t just any bar crawlโ€”it’s the ultimate Halloween party where you and your friends can dress up in your most creative costumes and hit the town for a night you won’t forget.

Meet tons of new people, explore some of the best bars in Asheville, and enjoy an electric atmosphere that only Halloween can provide. Our events are always packed with energy and excitement, making them the perfect way to celebrate the spooky season.

Donโ€™t miss out on the hottest Halloween event of the year! Get your tickets now, dress to scare, and let the hauntingly good times roll! ๐Ÿ‘ป

โฌ‡๏ธ Get your tickets NOW before prices go up! โฌ‡๏ธ
www.crawlwith.us/asheville/halloween

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๐ŸŽƒ CHECK IN TIME 4PM – 6PM ๐ŸŽƒ
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๐ŸŽƒ AFTER PARTY TIME 10PM – 12AM ๐ŸŽƒ

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100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE

๐Ÿ‘ŒIf the event is cancelled for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed!

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

https://www.crawlwith.us/faq

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๐Ÿšซ DONโ€™T DRINK AND DRIVE ๐Ÿšซ

We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!

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ใ‰‘ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ใ‰‘
Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.

Sunday, October 27, 2024
2024 Asheville Flamenco Festival
Oct 27 all-day
Kittredge Theater / Warren Wilson College

Join Flamenco Appalachia for the 2024 Asheville Flamenco Festival, October 19th through 27th! Experience the passionate rhythms of Flamenco with performances, community events, and classes. Donโ€™t miss the kickoff at LEAF Festival on October 19th. Celebrate with us at our Fiesta Flamenca on October 20th, and immerse yourself in Flamenco dance and guitar classes from October 21st to 26th at Uphora Dance Fitness with the world renowned teacher / choreographer Daniela Tugues. The festival culminates with a special 5:00pm performance at the Kittredge Theater at Warren Wilson College on October 27th. For details, visit FlamencoAppalachia.com.

Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze
Oct 27 @ 10:00 am
Eliada Home- Parc Building

Eliadaโ€™s 2024 Fall Festival & Corn Maze will be open from Friday, September 20th through Sunday, October 27th on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Fridays: 3 pm โ€“ 7 pm | Saturdays: 10 am โ€“ 7 pm | Sundays: 10 am โ€“ 6 pm

Come out and bring the family, friends, and neighbors too. Come out to enjoy the following events and have a great time.

Corn Cannons
Spider Climber
Custom Corn Maze
Lawn Games
Hay Rides
Pumpkins for purchase of all shapes and sizes!
Food Trucks and so much MORE! See you there!

100% of the proceeds benefit the children at Eliada! Not only does your ticket purchase come with access to family-friendly fun, but it directly aids in the growth and success of Eliadaโ€™s kids!

Sunday, November 10, 2024
Highlands Food & Wine Festival
Nov 10 @ 12:00 am โ€“ 3:30 pm
Highlands Food & Wine Festival

The 8th annual Highlands Food & Wine festival will feature world-class food from renowned local and regional chefs from across the Southeast and music from todayโ€™s top artists, as well as fine wine and spirits, specialty dinners and more. Tickets are on sale starting at $270 per person. All tickets include specialty plates from featured chefs, a selection of wines, craft beer, spirits and live music from headliners including Greensky Bluegrass, Lee Fields & The Expressions, Love Canon and Wilder Woods. Daily events include the popular Grand Tasting (Thursday, Nov. 7), Truckinโ€™ (Friday, Nov. 8), Main Event (Friday, Nov. 9) and Sundayโ€™s A Shot at Redemption brunch (Sunday, Nov. 10). For more information and ticket sales, visit highlandsfoodandwine.com

Write Local, Read Local Author and Illustrator Fair
Nov 10 @ 1:00 pm โ€“ 4:00 pm
Black Mountain Library

Meet local authors and illustrators at the third annual Write Local, Read Local Fair! Drop-in between 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Authors will be selling and signing copies of their work throughout the library and author readings will occur during the afternoon. This event is FREE to the public and no purchase is necessary.
We thank the Friends of the Black Mountain Library for their generous support.
Note: Author slots for this yearโ€™s fair are full. If youโ€™re interested in participating next year, please contact the library at [email protected].
Donโ€™t miss out on this literary celebrationโ€”mark your calendar and support your local writers and illustrators!

Sunday, November 17, 2024
The Fifth Annual Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival
Nov 17 all-day
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

The original and best tattoo festival is back in Asheville once more for the Fifth Annual Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival! Hosted by Villain Arts at the Harrahโ€™s Cherokee Center Asheville, this event will feature hundreds of tattoo artists, some from across the country, and a few from around the world, specializing in all different tattooing styles. Some artists you may already even know, like Anwon Boneface Johnson (Ink Master seasons 8, 9 & Grudge Match), Big Jaz (Ink Master season 12), or Charles Whitfield (VH1.) Attendees can enter their new or existing ink in tattoo competitions! Or shop among our numerous vendors selling everything from clothing and jewelry to oddities and more. The festival will also feature live entertainment, including sideshow acts and human suspension! There truly is something here for everyone to enjoy. So, donโ€™t delay! Join the fun and get some ink this weekend at the Fifth Annual Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival!

Event Hours by Day:
Friday 15th 2pm-11pm
Saturday 16th 11am-11pm
Sunday 17th 11am-8pm

Tickets:
$25 for a 1-day pass
$50 for a 3-day pass
Free admission for children under 12

Friday, November 22, 2024
Good Tidings Market – Preview Party
Nov 22 @ 5:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
Asheville Masonic Temple

Kick off the ๐†๐จ๐จ๐ ๐“๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ at our ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฏ๐ข๐ž๐ฐ ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ!

Friday, Nov 22 from 5-9pm

Get early access to shop our vendors while enjoying live music, craft activities, giveaways, and complimentary bites + bevs.
Tickets are pay what you can – purchase online or in person.
All proceeds benefit the Equal Plates Project.
Purchase your ticket here https://rb.gy/an2xqh

Equal Plates Project is a nonprofit that purchases from small farms at fair prices, transforms their quality ingredients into nourishing meals, and shares thousands of locally-sourced meals each week with neighbors facing complex barriers to food access. Learn more at equalplatesproject.org.

The Good Tidings Market continues Saturday + Sunday
Nov 23 + 24
11am-5pm
Free and open to the public

Saturday, November 23, 2024
Good Tidings Market
Nov 23 @ 11:00 am โ€“ 5:00 pm
Asheville Masonic Temple

Show & Tell is kicking off the holiday season with a gathering of artisans, makers, and vintage collectors inside the halls of the Asheville Masonic Temple in Downtown Asheville. Shop handmade jewelry, vintage clothing, handpoured candles, fine art, stationary, herbal skincare, holiday decor, and more!

๐†๐จ๐จ๐ ๐“๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ
Saturday + Sunday
Nov 23 + 24
11am-5pm
Free and open to the public

Get early access to shop at our ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฏ๐ข๐ž๐ฐ ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ, Friday, Nov 22 from 5-9pm.
Tickets are โ€œpay what you canโ€ with all proceeds benefiting the Equal Plates Project.
Get your tickets here https://rb.gy/an2xqh or in person.

Equal Plates Project is a nonprofit that purchases from small farms at fair prices, transforms their quality ingredients into nourishing meals, and shares thousands of locally-sourced meals each week with neighbors facing complex barriers to food access. Learn more at equalplatesproject.org.

Holiday Jamboree Presented by Bojangles
Nov 23 @ 11:00 am โ€“ 5:00 pm
Pack Square Park

Asheville, NC โ€” This year, Ashevilleโ€™s Annual Holiday Parade will take on a fresh twist as it transforms into a vibrant Holiday Jamboree at Pack Square Park, presented by Bojangles! Produced by the Asheville Downtown Association in partnership with the City of Asheville, the Jamboree is a family-friendly celebration of holiday cheer and community spirit, happening on Saturday, November 23.

The Holiday Jamboree will bring the community together with crafts, games, and fun activities for all ages. Stroll through the festive Holiday Market, featuring local artists and retailers, and savor delicious food and drink from popular food trucks and beverage vendors. Santa himself will be on-site for free photos, thanks to the NC Arboretum, and families can enjoy lively performances from local bands, school groups, and dance troupes on the Pack Square stage.

Holiday Jamboree Highlights

11 AM – 3 PM Festive performances from community groups on the Pack Square stage
11 AM – 3 PM Free photos with Santa, sponsored by NC Arboretum
11 AM – 5 PM Holiday Market featuring unique gifts, crafts, and goodies
DJ Phantom Pantone keeping the holiday spirit alive with great tunes, courtesy of AVL Free Events
U LEAF STAGE Performances by local musicians all day at Pack Square Plaza
Plus, the Holiday Jamboree offers an opportunity to celebrate Ashevilleโ€™s local heroes. Mayor Esther Manheimer will serve as Grand Marshal, honoring our cityโ€™s first responders, civil servants, and volunteers who have shown incredible dedication to the community.

Get Involved!

This joyful event invites everyone to experience the magic of the season in downtown Asheville. Those interested in participating as vendors or sponsors are welcome to visit ashevilledowntown.org for more information.

Celebrate the Holidays Together

Bring your family and friends to Pack Square Park for a day filled with food, fun, and holiday spirit. We canโ€™t wait to see you on November 23 for the Holiday Jamboree!

Ross Farm/Appalachian Standard Holiday Farm Market
Nov 23 @ 12:00 pm โ€“ 4:00 pm
Ross Farm

We all need a little seasonal pep after a hard Fall, and what better way to kick off the holidays than at Ross Farm and Appalachian Standard’s magical Holiday Farm Market? ๐ŸŽ…โ„๏ธ
Join us Saturday, November 23, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM for a festive afternoon that’ll warm your holiday spirit. Shop local and support small Asheville businesses this holiday season at the Holiday Farm Market! That’s the gift that keeps giving, baby.
Get ready for a merry afternoon filled with:
โœจ A delightful marketplace of local craft vendors with unique treasures
๐Ÿช Sweet holiday treats to tempt your taste buds
๐Ÿ” Mountain Man BBQ Food Truck
๐ŸŽค Cheerful holiday caroling throughout the greenhouse
๐ŸŽถ A heartwarming community sing-a-long (all voices welcome!)
โ›„ The coziest winter vibes this side of the Appalachians
๐Ÿชด An abundance of gorgeous houseplants in our cozy paradise
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: 91 Holbrook Road, Candler, NC 28715
Escape the winter chill in our cozy greenhouses, where you’ll discover a wonderland of lush, thriving houseplants just waiting to bring life to your holiday decor. ๐ŸŽ„ Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just starting your green journey, you’ll find the perfect leafy companion to brighten your home or gift to someone special. ๐ŸŽ
Bring your friends, family, and holiday cheer for an afternoon of festive fun in our warm, plant-filled haven! โค๏ธ

Sunday, November 24, 2024
Good Tidings Market
Nov 24 @ 11:00 am โ€“ 5:00 pm
Asheville Masonic Temple

Show & Tell is kicking off the holiday season with a gathering of artisans, makers, and vintage collectors inside the halls of the Asheville Masonic Temple in Downtown Asheville. Shop handmade jewelry, vintage clothing, handpoured candles, fine art, stationary, herbal skincare, holiday decor, and more!

๐†๐จ๐จ๐ ๐“๐ข๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐Œ๐š๐ซ๐ค๐ž๐ญ
Saturday + Sunday
Nov 23 + 24
11am-5pm
Free and open to the public

Get early access to shop at our ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฏ๐ข๐ž๐ฐ ๐๐š๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ, Friday, Nov 22 from 5-9pm.
Tickets are โ€œpay what you canโ€ with all proceeds benefiting the Equal Plates Project.
Get your tickets here https://rb.gy/an2xqh or in person.

Equal Plates Project is a nonprofit that purchases from small farms at fair prices, transforms their quality ingredients into nourishing meals, and shares thousands of locally-sourced meals each week with neighbors facing complex barriers to food access. Learn more at equalplatesproject.org.

Friday, November 29, 2024
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Nov 29 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 8:00 pm
Center for Craft

Find the perfect gift this holiday season for everyone on your list at the 10th annual ๐—›๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—จ๐—ฝ ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ! Shop local, shop small and support local artists, makers, and vintage collectors.

We’ve decked the halls of the Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft in Downtown Asheville. Shop over 100 vendors; housewares, handmade jewelry, ceramics, apparel, vintage clothes, ornaments, candles, gifts for our furry friends and more.

WHEN:
Open Nov 29 through Dec 24
10am-8pm daily

WHERE:
The Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft
67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801

Saturday, November 30, 2024
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 8:00 pm
Center for Craft

Find the perfect gift this holiday season for everyone on your list at the 10th annual ๐—›๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—จ๐—ฝ ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ! Shop local, shop small and support local artists, makers, and vintage collectors.

We’ve decked the halls of the Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft in Downtown Asheville. Shop over 100 vendors; housewares, handmade jewelry, ceramics, apparel, vintage clothes, ornaments, candles, gifts for our furry friends and more.

WHEN:
Open Nov 29 through Dec 24
10am-8pm daily

WHERE:
The Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft
67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801

Kenilworth Artists Open Studio Tour & Sale
Nov 30 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 5:00 pm
Kenilworth Neighborhood

The artists of the Kenilworth Artists Association have rescheduled their Fall Open Studio Tour & Sale for the weekend of Nov. 30-Dec. 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

โ€œWeโ€™ve taken a tumble with Hurricane Helene arriving a week prior to our originally scheduled event, but we have dusted ourselves off, taken stock of our good fortune and hope to welcome our neighbors, our friends, and our community into our studios,โ€ said Angela Maddix, a long-time participating artist.

The Kenilworth neighborhood, located south of downtown Asheville near Biltmore Village, is the setting for the tour. The inspiring work of artists who create their art in the midst of this historic neighborhood they call home will be available for purchase.

This yearโ€™s participating artists will showcase a wide range of media: works in oil, watercolor, acrylic, gouache, encaustic, jewelry, pottery, ceramics, glass, fiber, woodcraft, mixed-media, illustration, photography, paper and collage. Visitors will find unique local, hand-made art for holiday gift-giving, and special occasions. The tour is free, and is self-guided.

Each artist will donate a portion of sales to Loving Food Resources, a pantry serving western North Carolina hospice and HIV/AIDS clients.

A brochure with a map of studio locations, as well as more information about the participating artist, may be found at https://www.kenilworthartists.org/

Sunday, December 1, 2024
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 8:00 pm
Center for Craft

Find the perfect gift this holiday season for everyone on your list at the 10th annual ๐—›๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—จ๐—ฝ ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ! Shop local, shop small and support local artists, makers, and vintage collectors.

We’ve decked the halls of the Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft in Downtown Asheville. Shop over 100 vendors; housewares, handmade jewelry, ceramics, apparel, vintage clothes, ornaments, candles, gifts for our furry friends and more.

WHEN:
Open Nov 29 through Dec 24
10am-8pm daily

WHERE:
The Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft
67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801

Kenilworth Artists Open Studio Tour & Sale
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 5:00 pm
Kenilworth Neighborhood

The artists of the Kenilworth Artists Association have rescheduled their Fall Open Studio Tour & Sale for the weekend of Nov. 30-Dec. 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

โ€œWeโ€™ve taken a tumble with Hurricane Helene arriving a week prior to our originally scheduled event, but we have dusted ourselves off, taken stock of our good fortune and hope to welcome our neighbors, our friends, and our community into our studios,โ€ said Angela Maddix, a long-time participating artist.

The Kenilworth neighborhood, located south of downtown Asheville near Biltmore Village, is the setting for the tour. The inspiring work of artists who create their art in the midst of this historic neighborhood they call home will be available for purchase.

This yearโ€™s participating artists will showcase a wide range of media: works in oil, watercolor, acrylic, gouache, encaustic, jewelry, pottery, ceramics, glass, fiber, woodcraft, mixed-media, illustration, photography, paper and collage. Visitors will find unique local, hand-made art for holiday gift-giving, and special occasions. The tour is free, and is self-guided.

Each artist will donate a portion of sales to Loving Food Resources, a pantry serving western North Carolina hospice and HIV/AIDS clients.

A brochure with a map of studio locations, as well as more information about the participating artist, may be found at https://www.kenilworthartists.org/

Monday, December 2, 2024
Holiday Pop Up Shop
Dec 2 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 8:00 pm
Center for Craft

Find the perfect gift this holiday season for everyone on your list at the 10th annual ๐—›๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ฝ ๐—จ๐—ฝ ๐—ฆ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—ฝ! Shop local, shop small and support local artists, makers, and vintage collectors.

We’ve decked the halls of the Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft in Downtown Asheville. Shop over 100 vendors; housewares, handmade jewelry, ceramics, apparel, vintage clothes, ornaments, candles, gifts for our furry friends and more.

WHEN:
Open Nov 29 through Dec 24
10am-8pm daily

WHERE:
The Ideation Lab inside the Center for Craft
67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801