Get married on beautiful Lake Junaluska, surrounded by mountains and natural scenery! This unique mountain lake venue offers multiple wedding and reception spaces, allowing you lots of options for your wedding or elopement. They provide a range…
FREE, family-friendly event showcasing the Outdoor Industry Hub of the East.
Connect with local companies, products, and experiences. Enjoy activities for all ages and outdoor experience…
Opening Day: April 13, 2024!
Explore the beautiful grounds, top-notch exhibits, and historic buildings of the first forestry school in America, located deep in Pisgah National Forest on the Forest Heritage Scenic Byway. It's just four…
Here are some extra free resources to help you plan your vacation trip to Asheville and the North Carolina mountains, including printed travel guides you can order from many towns in the Blue Ridge.
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First,…Browse and see the artist at work in this 3,000 sq ft studio and art gallery in Asheville’s River Arts District. The gallery showcases the works of founders, Sandra Bottinelli and Pearl Renken alongside local and regional artists of varying…
There are a variety of overnight summer camps for older kids and teens in Western North Carolina. Many of these camps are offered in sessions ranging from three days up to eight weeks, depending on the camper's age. Overnight summer camps (also…
Appalachian Institute for Creative Learning (AICL) is dedicated to inspiring a lifelong love of learning. They create a vibrant community for campers that celebrates who they are while introducing them to new, exciting experiences. AICL is an…
This inclusive Christian camp by Kanuga Lake offers adventure activities, sports, horseback riding, crafts, talent shows, overnight campouts, and more. 4-21 Day sessions, June-August. Ages 7-17.
- May 25-26, 2024
See 100+ regional, local and national artists and craft artisans with fine jewelry, a big variety of art and hand-crafted apparel and decor. Downtown Asheville (80 Court Plaza). Free admission. 10 AM-5 PM.
See and buy craft and art by 90+ artists from many different disciplines. Also enjoy entertainment, food vendors and the beauty of the lake. Free admission. 119 Arcade St, Lake Lure
The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers scenic train excursions through the North Carolina mountains along Nantahala and Tuckasegee Rivers, across valleys and through tunnels. All of the train rides depart from the depot in downtown Bryson City…
November 7-December 31, 2024
A favorite area holiday tradition for kids of all ages (including adults!) is THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride excursion at the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, located in its charming hometown of Bryson City. More…Just as spring warms up, it's time to head to historic Lake Eden in Black Mountain for the family-friendly LEAF Global Arts Retreat. They limit attendance to 1,500 folks, so it's an intimate gathering. There's plenty of space to kick back, relax…
Lift your teacup to honor the special women in your life! This lavish Mother's Day Tea Party is the perfect way to say thank you.
Picture being serenaded by a local violinist while indulging in a selection of hors d'oeuvres, from…
This roadside waterfall can be viewed from the top on a walkway along US Highway 64 at Lake Toxaway, located between Brevard and Cashiers.
August 1-3, 2024. 7-9 pm
Watch and listen to some of the finest Appalachian ballad singers, string bands, and square dance teams at the nation’s longest-running folk festival. Beginning back in 1928, the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival…Treat yourself to a social afternoon filled with whimsy and fun while sampling in-house offerings at the Asheville Art Museum's Perspective Café. This afternoon tea party features local indulgences from Asheville Tea Company, as well as fresh tea…
Take Mom on a mountain adventure with Hike Bike Kayak Asheville! When a family/group of four books a kayak or hike, (one) Mom goes FREE. (Up to a $175 value). Book a four-person hike, kayak, half or full day combo and Mom is Free. (Four for the…
See the city’s scenic beauty and historic landmarks atop some of Asheville’s highly acclaimed rooftop bars! This fun guided tour in the heart of the city offers fascinating stories and photos from the city’s past while you sample cocktails (or…