Calendar of Events

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Beautiful and traditional Christmas songs, performed a cappella, in the most amazing setting ever. BUY YOUR TICKETS SOON – THEY SELL OUT WAY IN ADVANCE!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2017597855172472/

Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)

*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.

Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

https://www.facebook.com/events/2014125145534975/?event_time_id=2167409533539868

Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)

*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.

Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

https://www.facebook.com/events/2014125145534975/

The official lighting of the Sylva Christmas tree takes place on Friday night. There will be a special concert with the WCU University Chorus, the Concert Choir and Geoff McBride. Luminaries will add an extra glow to this special night.

https://www.facebook.com/events/314142839165044/

Celebrate the joy and magic of the holiday season with an evening of live music, dance, and comedy that’s sure to become an annual tradition! This family-friendly, Broadway-style show features the finest performers from Asheville and Western North Carolina and special guest artists. Directed by musical theatre veteran and funnyman Mario Morin, and choreographed by former Radio City Rockette Lucinda Morin, this professional production presents Christmas favorites including Santa Claus Is Coming to Town, O Holy Night, Let it Snow, and Go Tell it On the Mountain. Relax, unplug, and take time to share the joy, laughter, and peace of the season with your friends, neighbors, and families at The Asheville Christmas Show! Discounts for military and groups of 10+. Kids age 2 and younger sitting on lap admitted free.

Home Free is bringin’ their A Country Christmas Tour to the Niswonger Center for the Arts in Greeneville, TN on November 30, 2018.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1402104439933679/

Mount St. Helen’s nuns are putting on a Christmas show which is an original ballet based on “The Nutcracker“. The show is filled with the traditional “nunsense humor” and one-liners that have made the Nunsense shows so popular.

Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Sunday, January 6, 2019 (daily)

*Included with estate admission.
*Does not include “Candlelight Christmas Evenings”

Experience the holidays wreathed with the wonder of Biltmore. Our celebration presents Christmas on a grand scale with more than 55 trees decorated by our talented staff, accented with miles of ribbon, garlands, and lights. Festive menus in our restaurants and holiday wine tastings make for a memorable visit.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

https://www.facebook.com/events/104655743803303/?event_time_id=104655767136634

Christmas in the Mountains. 9 am – 2 pm. Indoor art and craft show and sale with visiting artisans just in time for holiday giving. Free cookie decorating table for kids. The Schoolhouse Cafe will be open all day and the Gallery is open until 5:00 PM.

https://www.facebook.com/events/166606457597798/

HCA is hosting the annual Holiday Market at Webster Baptist Church on December 1st from 9am-3pm. We will have over 30 vendors with unique and handmade products! Come shop for Christmas, or just treat yourself!

https://www.facebook.com/events/954403111415814/

Our Annual Christmas Show is Saturday, December 1st 10am-5pm.
All Vendor Spots have been filled for this Show.

WoodMill is happy to welcome back previous vendors as well as some new!

Alpaca Barn returns with Hats, Socks, Scarves and Gloves.
Darby’s Kitchen featuring Elderberry Syrup, Jelly, Jam & Apple Butter.
Willona Apiary Honey.
Blue Goat Dairy Goat Cheese.
LadyBug Bakery Bread, Cookies & elderberry syrup.
Delightful Dips with yummy homemade dips and cheese-ball mixes.
Scentsy has fragrance for your house, car, laundry, and your skin with Warmers, Wax, Diffusers, Lotions, Sprays
Zendays Designs Home wood signs.
Pink Zebra Home Fragrance Sprinkles, that allows you to create your own personal recipe of fragrance and color.
Leatherman Farm Tin Signs, Books & Crafts.
Young Living Essential Oils & Products.
Walnut Creek Pottery & Leather.
Pampered Chef Kitchen Utensils.
Tuppperware.
Spi Rolls will have her delicious Cake Rolls. Homemade specialty cake rolls in a large variety of flavors.
Black Pug Pottery, featuring pottery for Animal Lovers.
31 Gifts.
Now That’s Fudge.
Try Something Wild Game Jerky.
Whimsies & Whatnots Gemstone Jewelry and Yard Art.
Udderly Simple Soap Company Goat Milk Soap, Organic Lip Balm, Mineral Toothpaste & More!
Paparazzi Jewelry.
LuLaRoe Dresses, Tops & Leggings.
Oragami Owl with custom jewelry known for telling stories through signature Living Lockets, personalized Charms, Bracelets and Earrings, Sugar Hand Scrub & Soap. .
Ricky’s Originals Wooden made Christmas Crafts.
Rainbow Vacuum.
Art by Todd.
Katie’s Kissable Klub, LipSense.
Turned Bowls & Wooden Cowboy Hats.
Randy Rocks of Fire Candles.
Home Improvement vendor; Universal Windows Direct.

Complimentary Wine Tastings and Winery Tours will be available throughout the day.

Wine Specials – 10% off 3 or more bottles of wine and 20% off cases of wine during Event!

Free Admission / Free Parking / Free Wine Samplings
Rain or Shine Event – No Pets Allowed

1350 John Beam Road – Vale, NC 28168 / (704)276-9911

https://www.facebook.com/events/904210969781700/

The annual Holiday Fair kicks off the Christmas shopping season in the Upstate. The Holiday Village area is for crafters, and the Christmas Bazaar area is for commercial/retailers and crafters, and people with a mix of products. This show is juried on the Holiday Village (crafter side).

https://www.facebook.com/events/2194188284161948/

Over a hundred regional artisans have their handmade on display for sale in this folk and heritage craft show. The show has everything from quilters to soap makers, basket makers, leather craftsmen, master jewelers and more. Started in 1987, the event has grown every year and now takes place at Western Carolina University’s Ramsey Center in Cullowhee, North Carolina. Children under 12 free & free parking.

https://www.facebook.com/events/217373352220720/?event_time_id=217373365554052

Join us for the 2nd annual Tis the Season Christmas Market!
FREE ENTRY
December 1st 2018
10-4
Come get your shopping started early and support local business!
Over 50 vendors!
More details to come!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1839356512767653/

Biltmore Park Town Square will celebrate the magic of the holidays on Saturday, December 1st, 2018.   Festivities begin at 2:30 p.m. throughout Town Square and will conclude with the tree lighting at 6:00 p.m.

Enjoy a full day of family fun including horse-drawn carriage rides, craft activities, face painting, music, stilt-walkers, strolling entertainment, balloon artists, caricatures, magicians, refreshments and much more!

Schedule of Events:

2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Take the family for a stroll along Town Square to enjoy all the acitivities. Visit the many stores for special sales, in-store samplings, giveaways and much more!

3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Enjoy a carriage ride through Town Square.

3:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. – Bring the kids for a visit with Santa near the Christmas Tree. Be sure to bring you camera to capture the magical moment.

6:00 p.m. – Help us countdown the for the first lighting of the Christmas Tree to kick off the holidays at Biltmore Park Town Square.

For more information about this free event, please call 828.210.1660.

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“The Biggest Little Christmas Parade in the Smokies” takes to the streets. This annual parade features floats, fire trucks, bands, classic cars, beauty queens and more …and of course, Santa!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1278686248939972/

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Gorgeous traditional Christmas music, performed a cappella, in an exquisitely beautiful setting. BUY TICKETS SOON AS THEY SELL OUT WAY IN ADVANCE!

https://www.facebook.com/events/968930629946914/

Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)

*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.

Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

https://www.facebook.com/events/1524627331014393/?event_time_id=1524627351014391

A family holiday tradition comes to life in “A Rocky Mountain Christmas” as Jim Curry performs the music from John Denver’s many Christmas Television specials and Christmas Music collections. Memorable melodies that speak to the heart of the holidays like “Silver Bells,” “Silent Night,” and “O Holy Night,” along with John’s own “Christmas for Cowboys,” “Noel, Christmas Eve,” “Aspenglow,” and “The Peace Carol.” Enjoy these songs along with John’s all-time hits like “Rocky Mountain High,” “Sunshine On My Shoulders,” and “Back Home Again,” as Jim Curry and his band “fill up your senses” in this heart-felt seasonal show.

Celebrate the joy and magic of the holiday season with an evening of live music, dance, and comedy that’s sure to become an annual tradition! This family-friendly, Broadway-style show features the finest performers from Asheville and Western North Carolina and special guest artists. Directed by musical theatre veteran and funnyman Mario Morin, and choreographed by former Radio City Rockette Lucinda Morin, this professional production presents Christmas favorites including Santa Claus Is Coming to Town, O Holy Night, Let it Snow, and Go Tell it On the Mountain. Relax, unplug, and take time to share the joy, laughter, and peace of the season with your friends, neighbors, and families at The Asheville Christmas Show! Discounts for military and groups of 10+. Kids age 2 and younger sitting on lap admitted free.

Mount St. Helen’s nuns are putting on a Christmas show which is an original ballet based on “The Nutcracker“. The show is filled with the traditional “nunsense humor” and one-liners that have made the Nunsense shows so popular.