Calendar of Events
Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.
Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.
SANTA’S SHOPPE
Santa’s Shoppe is the largest fundraiser for the Junior League of Spartanburg. Each year, thousands of shoppers head to downtown Spartanburg to find the perfect gifts from over 60 merchants and snap the perfect picture with Santa during Cookies with Santa. Tickets for Santa’s Shoppe and Cookies with Santa will be available in September, so start making your holiday gift lists, mark your calendars, and don’t miss this exciting shopping event that is sure to bring you many memories this holiday season!
This year’s Santa’s Shoppe will be held November 3 – November 5, 2023.
Friday, November 3rd: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday, November 4th: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday, November 5th: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Tickets
Advance Tickets sales are coming soon. Get your tickets here!
Cost: $5 in advance and $10 at the door.
Tickets purchased online will be available at will call under the name used for purchase.
Saturday, November 4th – Cookies with Santa
Our ever-popular, Cookies with Santa, will take place on Saturday, November 4th. Join Santa for a fun hour of pictures, crafts, cookie decorating, and more! Be sure to purchase tickets early as this event does sell out and additional seats/tickets will not be available for purchase at the door.
Cost: $20 per child.
(*ticket includes one free accompanying adult); Tickets sold ONLINE ONLY – starting September 15th, 2023.
Seating times are: 8:30 am | 10:00 am | 11:30 am | 1:00 pm | 2:30 pm
MERCHANTS
Interested in being a merchant? Complete an application to be a part of this year’s event!
ABOUT SANTA’S SHOPPE
Established in 1989, Santa’s Shoppe is the signature fundraising event for the Junior League of Spartanburg, Inc. (JLS), for which all proceeds are used to support our community projects. Held annually each November, thousands of shoppers head to the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium in downtown Spartanburg to find the perfect gifts from over 60 merchants and a chance to snap the perfect picture with Santa during Cookies with Santa.
The three-day shopping event raised over $48,000 in 2021 to support our mission and community projects, which includes Mini-Grants for Teachers, and literacy and school readiness across Spartanburg County.
Santa’s Shoppe would not be a success without the support of our many shoppers and wonderful merchants who travel across South Carolina and beyond. We are thankful for your continued support!
Questions? Contact [email protected]
Merchant? Contact [email protected]
Stay up to date on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
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Southeast Punk Flea Market- Spartanburg, SC!
Join us November 11-12 as we take over Spartanburg for the weekend! There will be many vendors… DIY sellers and artists! We have a lot of fun planned for the weekend. If you are a fan of weirdo art, vinyl records, vintage clothes or possibly a collector of strange and unusual things, this event is for you!
SATURDAY November 11 from 11a-7pm
SUNDAY November 12 from 11a-7pm
-This event is ALL AGES.
-Food trucks at the PFM!
-All vendors accept cash and most take cards.
*HAND SANITIZER STATION AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE VENUE!
*IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL, PLEASE JOIN US NEXT TIME!
What kinda stuff can you expect to find here?.
VINTAGE CLOTHES, TOYS, ORIGINAL ART, TAXIDERMY, HANDMADE JEWELRY, RETRO VIDEO GAMES, COMIC BOOKS, VINYL RECORDS/CASSETTES/CDS, VHS, HORROR/B-MOVIE MEMORABILIA, ODDITIES! …and so much more!
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We are in search of new vendors! We want DIY sellers with Punk Junk! Clean out your closet and dust off your records, get the skateboard out from under your bed. Someone else wants it and you could use the $.
So ya wanna sell yer junk?…
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, you must pre-register. Please check out our website for more info.
www.SoutheastPFM.com
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Celebrate the women in your life with women-centric networking. Athena of Henderson County presents this unique and informal networking opportunity designed to inspire and connect women. No entrance fee – just bring your business cards and enjoy expanding your network!
Join us this month at The Main Event, the new downtown venue, owned and operated by Brittany Bettini.
2023 Empower Hours are Presented by Beverly-Hanks & Associates – Ali Thomas.
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Networking begins at 7:45 AM
Program begins at 8:00 AM
This monthly event is co-sponsored with Blue Ridge Community College\’s Small Business Center, the City of Hendersonville Main Street program, and the Hendersonville Merchants & Business Association features several speakers on timely community events and issues affecting our business community.
Coffee & Networking 8:30am
Program 9-11:30am
Program Overview:
- The French Broad River Partnership is a collaboration of business, nonprofit, and government stakeholders all interested in the water quality and economic impact of the watershed in our region.
- Our 5th Annual Meeting will be held the morning of Wednesday, November 8th at the A-B Tech main campus with an expected attendance of 100 to 150 people.
- The 2.5 hour program features three moderated panel discussions on The French Broad River Watershed :: The Intersection of the Environment + Economy.
- Our panels include: State + Local Elected Officials and Government, Industry Stakeholders, and Business + Tourism leaders.
- The moderated panel discussions are designed to be energetic, informative, collaborative, and representative of multiple perspectives followed by a brief audience Q&A.
Please join us November 8 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Ferguson Auditorium on A-B Tech’s main campus for a series of panel discussions as part of the French Broad River Partnership’s Annual Meeting. This event is free and open to the public and we greatly encourage you to attend.
Thank you in advance and for your ongoing support.
With gratitude,
Lisa Raleigh, RiverLink Exec. Director
Panel 1 :: State + Local Elected Officials and Government
- NC Senator Julie Mayfield
- Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer
- Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers
- Henderson County Manager John Mitchell
- Moderator: Gray Jernigan, Deputy Director & General Counsel, MountainTrue
Panel 2 :: Major Industry Stakeholders
- FBR MPO – Tristan Winkler, Director at Land-of-Sky Regional Council
- Pratt + Whitney — Michelle Ragland, Environment, Health, and Safety Manager
- Duke Energy — Maverick Raber, Manager Environmental Science
- Asheville Brewer — Brock Ashburn, VP Highland Brewing
- Agricultural – Dr. Jennifer Harrison, BC Agriculture and Land Resources Director
- Moderator: Preston Jacobsen, ED Haywood Waterways Association
Panel 3 :: Business + Tourism
- Buncombe County Explore Asheville – Vic Isley, CEO + President
- Asheville Chamber of Commerce – Clark Duncan, Senior VP of Econ. Development
- Black Wall Street AVL – J Hackett, Founder
- Transylvania Tourism Development Authority – Clark Lovelace, ED
- Blue Heron Whitewater – Fritz Johnson, Co-Owner
- Biltmore Company — Chase Pickering, VP Guest Experiences + Operations
- Moderator: Lisa Raleigh, ED RiverLink
Bargain Hendo Thrift Store will be permanently closing its doors on December 13th.
• WNCSource operates the small thrift store which is located on the corner of King Street
and 2nd Avenue in Hendersonville.
• Bargain Hendo first opened in December of 2020 and was meant to support the programs
and services WNCSource provides in 4 western North Carolina Counties. Unfortunately,
low sales and competition from other local thrift stores has made the store less than
profitable.
• But don’t worry, starting Thursday, November 2nd, Bargain Hendo will be open
Wednesdays through Fridays 10AM to 4PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 2PM with some
incredible bargains and sales to clear the shelves.
• Bargain Hendo’s last day is December 13th
The YPHC’s Monthly Social offers a chance for those professionals under 40 to meet through a laid-back networking opportunity. Months will rotate with guest speakers and professional development opportunities as well. Join us each month at Dry Falls Brewing Co.
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Bargain Hendo Thrift Store will be permanently closing its doors on December 13th.
• WNCSource operates the small thrift store which is located on the corner of King Street
and 2nd Avenue in Hendersonville.
• Bargain Hendo first opened in December of 2020 and was meant to support the programs
and services WNCSource provides in 4 western North Carolina Counties. Unfortunately,
low sales and competition from other local thrift stores has made the store less than
profitable.
• But don’t worry, starting Thursday, November 2nd, Bargain Hendo will be open
Wednesdays through Fridays 10AM to 4PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 2PM with some
incredible bargains and sales to clear the shelves.
• Bargain Hendo’s last day is December 13th
Come join us for Business After Hours at Red Tree Builders!
Feel free to bring a gift to be raffled off as door prizes towards the end of the evening. Bring your business cards for networking and a chance to win prizes!
This event is offered as a benefit for Chamber membership. We welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Jessica Kanupp, our Member Development Specialist, at [email protected] if you’re considering a Chamber membership.
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Bargain Hendo Thrift Store will be permanently closing its doors on December 13th.
• WNCSource operates the small thrift store which is located on the corner of King Street
and 2nd Avenue in Hendersonville.
• Bargain Hendo first opened in December of 2020 and was meant to support the programs
and services WNCSource provides in 4 western North Carolina Counties. Unfortunately,
low sales and competition from other local thrift stores has made the store less than
profitable.
• But don’t worry, starting Thursday, November 2nd, Bargain Hendo will be open
Wednesdays through Fridays 10AM to 4PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 2PM with some
incredible bargains and sales to clear the shelves.
• Bargain Hendo’s last day is December 13th
Bargain Hendo Thrift Store will be permanently closing its doors on December 13th.
• WNCSource operates the small thrift store which is located on the corner of King Street
and 2nd Avenue in Hendersonville.
• Bargain Hendo first opened in December of 2020 and was meant to support the programs
and services WNCSource provides in 4 western North Carolina Counties. Unfortunately,
low sales and competition from other local thrift stores has made the store less than
profitable.
• But don’t worry, starting Thursday, November 2nd, Bargain Hendo will be open
Wednesdays through Fridays 10AM to 4PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 2PM with some
incredible bargains and sales to clear the shelves.
• Bargain Hendo’s last day is December 13th
Saddle up, partner, ’cause this Saturday from 1-6, we’re bringing the wild west to you with a rootin’-tootin’ Vintage Popup! 🤠
Step into a time machine and explore the treasure troves of vintage goodies brought to you by Soft Cowboy Trading Co. and Tangelo Vintage. Y’all are in for a treat! From classic threads that’ll make you look sharp at the saloon to trinkets that could tell stories from the prairie, you’ll find it all.
Y’all can take your time sifting through these vintage treasures, all while sippin’ on a cold, refreshing brew. So, mosey on over, enjoy a drink, and shop to your heart’s content. Yeehaw!
Southeast Punk Flea Market- Spartanburg, SC!
Join us November 11-12 as we take over Spartanburg for the weekend! There will be many vendors… DIY sellers and artists! We have a lot of fun planned for the weekend. If you are a fan of weirdo art, vinyl records, vintage clothes or possibly a collector of strange and unusual things, this event is for you!
SATURDAY November 11 from 11a-7pm
SUNDAY November 12 from 11a-7pm
-This event is ALL AGES.
-Food trucks at the PFM!
-All vendors accept cash and most take cards.
*HAND SANITIZER STATION AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE VENUE!
*IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL, PLEASE JOIN US NEXT TIME!
What kinda stuff can you expect to find here?.
VINTAGE CLOTHES, TOYS, ORIGINAL ART, TAXIDERMY, HANDMADE JEWELRY, RETRO VIDEO GAMES, COMIC BOOKS, VINYL RECORDS/CASSETTES/CDS, VHS, HORROR/B-MOVIE MEMORABILIA, ODDITIES! …and so much more!
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We are in search of new vendors! We want DIY sellers with Punk Junk! Clean out your closet and dust off your records, get the skateboard out from under your bed. Someone else wants it and you could use the $.
So ya wanna sell yer junk?…
If you are interested in becoming a vendor, you must pre-register. Please check out our website for more info.
www.SoutheastPFM.com
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SURPRISE – we’re also having a tree sale to clear out inventory that has gotten too large to be stored in the hoop houses over winter. These are species not typically given away at our adoption events, so here is your chance to add something unique to your home or business.
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SURPRISE – we’re also having a tree sale to clear out inventory that has gotten too large to be stored in the hoop houses over winter. These are species not typically given away at our adoption events, so here is your chance to add something unique to your home or business.
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SURPRISE – we’re also having a tree sale to clear out inventory that has gotten too large to be stored in the hoop houses over winter. These are species not typically given away at our adoption events, so here is your chance to add something unique to your home or business.
Bargain Hendo Thrift Store will be permanently closing its doors on December 13th.
• WNCSource operates the small thrift store which is located on the corner of King Street
and 2nd Avenue in Hendersonville.
• Bargain Hendo first opened in December of 2020 and was meant to support the programs
and services WNCSource provides in 4 western North Carolina Counties. Unfortunately,
low sales and competition from other local thrift stores has made the store less than
profitable.
• But don’t worry, starting Thursday, November 2nd, Bargain Hendo will be open
Wednesdays through Fridays 10AM to 4PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 2PM with some
incredible bargains and sales to clear the shelves.
• Bargain Hendo’s last day is December 13th
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SURPRISE – we’re also having a tree sale to clear out inventory that has gotten too large to be stored in the hoop houses over winter. These are species not typically given away at our adoption events, so here is your chance to add something unique to your home or business.
Bargain Hendo Thrift Store will be permanently closing its doors on December 13th.
• WNCSource operates the small thrift store which is located on the corner of King Street
and 2nd Avenue in Hendersonville.
• Bargain Hendo first opened in December of 2020 and was meant to support the programs
and services WNCSource provides in 4 western North Carolina Counties. Unfortunately,
low sales and competition from other local thrift stores has made the store less than
profitable.
• But don’t worry, starting Thursday, November 2nd, Bargain Hendo will be open
Wednesdays through Fridays 10AM to 4PM and Saturdays from 10AM to 2PM with some
incredible bargains and sales to clear the shelves.
• Bargain Hendo’s last day is December 13th