September 16, 2023
The Dirty Dancing Festival is now the Lake Lure Dance Festival! They have moved beyond the theme of “Dirty Dancing” to include more fancy footwork from a variety of dance styles. Join other fans of dancing at the…
September 16, 2023
The Dirty Dancing Festival is now the Lake Lure Dance Festival! They have moved beyond the theme of “Dirty Dancing” to include more fancy footwork from a variety of dance styles. Join other fans of dancing at the…
Located near Park Square Park in downtown Asheville, walk to galleries, shopping, breweries and restaurants. Unwind atop the hotel at Pillar Rooftop Bar, serving “garden-to-glass” cocktails with mountain views from the outdoor terrace or indoor…
Looking for the best hotel in downtown Asheville? Walk to all the restaurants, shops, breweries, galleries and more - without worrying about finding a parking spot. Here are our top picks and highest reviewed hotels in the heart of uptown. For…
Don't miss the drum circle, a favorite Asheville tradition for both locals and visitors. Anyone can participate by drumming, dancing or watching. Stop by the Asheville Drum Circle every Friday night (April-October, and warmer nights other months…
See the amazing Monarch Butterflies as they migrate 2,000+ miles each fall to Mexico, passing through the Asheville area in September and early October. Find the best spots to see them along the high passes of the Blue Ridge Parkway and special…
Dry Falls, a popular waterfall located a few miles outside of Highlands, gives you the rare treat of walking safely behind a waterfall. This 75-ft. tall waterfall in the Nantahala National Forest flows over a cliff, allowing you to walk behind…
Duggers Creek Falls is a small 10-foot waterfall is tucked away in a beautiful cove a short walk from the Linville Falls Visitor Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our photos are after a good bit of rain, so the flow can be much less during drier…
(1 to 7 miles roundtrip, easy to moderate) This state forest has many miles of hiking trails. While there are quite a few waterfalls in DuPont, you can see three of the most impressive, Hooker Falls, Triple Falls and High Falls with a moderate 3-…
(1 to 4 miles roundtrip, moderate) This is probably the most photographed waterfall in North Carolina. Hike to one or all five viewpoints via two trails that leave the Visitors Center. Only one of the trails is strenuous, and you can hike to all…
Sept 2019 Update: Eastatoe Falls is closed now due to new ownership.
Eastatoe Falls is a beautiful 60-foot cascade on private property, practically in someone's back yard. It's located near the small town of Rosman, about halfway between…
Asheville and its surrounding area is home to several institutions of higher education. They are fun to visit even if you are not a student. They all offer great special events and programs open to the public. Also see Art Workshops & Classes…
Located in the River Arts District, 310 ART is just two miles from downtown Asheville and Biltmore Estate. It is the oldest and most respected art school for adults in the Asheville area. Select from a big variety of…
Located near Beech Mountain, Banner Elk and the small town of Elk Park is the impressive Elk River Falls (formerly called Big Falls) in Pisgah National Forest (Appalachian Ranger District). This 50-ft. North Carolina mountain waterfall cascades…
The Emerald Village complex in Little Switzerland is a fascinating campus dedicated to local gem and mining history with plenty to see and do. It is located just a few miles off the Blue Ridge Parkway near Spruce Pine and about an hour's drive…
Our favorite hike along the Cherohala Skyway National Scenic Byway in North Carolina is Huckleberry Knob, a bald mountain with a summit of grass and wildflowers. At 5,560 feet, it's the highest peak in the Unicoi Mountains and Graham County, near…
(2.5 miles roundtrip, easy) Located along the very scenic Cherohala Skyway, this 5,560-foot bald summit has 360-degree views of the Nantahala National Forest. Near Robbinsville.