Inspired by the flavors and farmed foods of our Blue Ridge Mountains, McDowell County offers a "spirited" adventure exploring local wines, beers, mead, and spirits! The makers listed along the High Spirits Trail take you on 12 unique taste…
- Asheville Black Cultural Heritage Trail
If you want to learn how Black residents have been essential to arts, culture, and commerce in Asheville and Western North Carolina for more than 160 years, walk Asheville's Black Cultural Heritage Trail.…
Located in Downtown Asheville within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues, the Embassy Suites is the perfect choice for your next Asheville getaway. Stay in studio and one-bedroom Suites, enjoy complimentary made-to-…
For a taste of the big island, this newcomer eatery crafts Hawaiian dishes (including poke), cakes, and pastries paired with specialty cocktails. Their Synergetic Smores feature marshmallows in rotating flavors, and house-made Graham crackers and…
For a taste of the big island, this newcomer eatery crafts Hawaiian dishes (including poke), cakes, and pastries paired with specialty cocktails. Their Synergetic Smores feature marshmallows in rotating flavors, and house-made Graham crackers and…
There’s nothing more comforting than a family-style Italian feast paired with good red wine and loved ones! A tradition around the family table is where favorite Italian dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna, chicken parmesan, and more…
This historic inn is an elegant mountaintop retreat with peaceful views and plenty of amenities. Stay in a B&B room, suite or cottage and dine at their romantic Newman’s restaurant for a delicious farm-to-table dinner or Sunday brunch. Listed…
Built in 1885, this charming bed & breakfast is situated on 5 rolling acres in small town Waynesville. Enjoy coffee and breakfast on the veranda with large rockers and fresh mountain air. There’s plenty to explore in town including local…
Resting in a country setting of 26 gently wooded acres, this inn and resort is just 25 minutes from Asheville and 5 minutes from Hendersonville. Amenities include casual fine dining at award-winning Season’s restaurant, seasonal outdoor pool,…
As a mecca for health and well-being, it’s no wonder that Asheville has a thriving yoga culture. With the highest concentration of experienced, certified, world-class yoga teachers in the region, Asheville has some of the best yoga studios in the…
July 19 - 20, 2024
The world comes to Western North Carolina for The North Carolina International Folk Festival! Folkmoot USA produces one of the largest and longest-running dance festivals in the world, and it continues to draw thousands…July 5 - July 7, 2024
At the Cherokee Powwow, experience authentic Native American dancing, drumming, and tribal regalia. Dance competitions kick the excitement up even higher. When strong personal, familial, and spiritual traditions are…Nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Hamlet embodies a peaceful mountain lifestyle. Step into a Simple Life tiny home community that invites residents to embrace a life of simplicity. Explore beautifully designed 1- and 2-bedroom…
Enjoy this top fireworks show in the High Country of Boone, NC! The Wild West theme park will be open for extended hours on July 4 from 10 AM to 9 PM. Fireworks are at 9:30 PM. Daytime admission is $60 for adults, age 13+, $40 for children, ages…
Enjoy live music and fireworks in a picturesque all-American small town! Live music begins at 6:30 PM until 9:30 PM at the Bridge Park Pavilion. Stroll Main Street's shops, restaurants and breweries. Fireworks begin at dark. Free.
We visit Biltmore in Asheville, North Carolina, many times each year and always get as excited as our first visit. You can find tons of insider advice on our many Biltmore pages for things to do. Feel like royalty for a day at this 1895 French…
Mt. Pisgah on the Blue Ridge Parkway can be seen from downtown Asheville on a clear day. It's easy to pick out since it has a large transmission tower on the top! It's just 26 miles southwest of downtown Asheville in the Pisgah National…
In 1832, Christopher Bechtler minted America's first one-dollar gold coin in Rutherfordton, 17 years before the U.S. Mint. During the mid-1800s, the Bechtlers minted more than $2.24 million in gold coins. The German immigrant moved to town in…