Things to Do & Events

Just an hour southeast of Asheville, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure offer visitors everything they should be looking for in a mountain getaway.

One of the most unique festivals showcasing Western North Carolina is the WNC Bigfoot Festival in downtown Marion. The Bigfoot Festival was a surprise hit in 2018 and drew in nearly 30,000 people.

Hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers can bring along the trail running shoes or hiking boots because hiking is a 4-season sport in our beautiful mountains.

So Black Friday and Cyber Monday have gone by, and you are still looking for that elusive perfect Christmas gift?

Asheville has become a year-round destination for avid travelers with a case of wanderlust as well as for families, couples and friends that are just looking for an enjoyable escape to the mountains.

Asheville boasts more breweries per capita than any other city, so you'll never be in danger of running out of good times and local beer when you're in Beer City USA. One of the great aspects of Asheville's innovative beer scene is that brewmasters are always experimenting with new recipes.

With the holiday season approaching, many families start to think about getting together. Whether it’s an annual event or a once-in-a-lifetime gathering, a family reunion can create unforgettable memories, and Asheville makes a great location for such a memorable event.

An Asheville autumn presents a great opportunity for guests to bring along their four-legged family members. With cooler temps, dogs can better enjoy the incredible hikes and cool local places that make Asheville and its environs such a dog-friendly area.

Black Mountain, America's prettiest small town (a TripAdvisor reader designation), has over 40 locally owned shops resting below the scenic Seven Sisters mountain range. Shop offerings range from local art and pottery, quilts, mountain-themed mementos, jewelry, home furnishings and much more.

Bakeries in Asheville Abound