Festivals
Parents who want to expose their children to new ways of thinking, cultural differences or history are in luck when they visit Asheville.
Asheville festivals are among the most popular in the U.S., including the largest free street festival in the Southeast, one of the nation's best craft fairs, an outdoor sports festival and numerous music festivals.
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Asheville Artisan Bread Bakers' Festival
Sponsored by 15 local, artisan bakeries, this festival is a celebration of the art and craft of bread baking. In the morning the 'bakers showcase' attendees can sample bread from all the bakeries and talk to the bakers. The afternoon features hands-on workshops, lectures, and demonstrations of all aspects of bread baking.
Event date(s):
Mar 20, 2010 at 10:00 AM
25th Annual Festival of Flowers
More than 100,000 tulips will herald the start of Biltmore’s 25th Annual Festival of Flowers on April 3. Through May 16, the stunning floral displays across the estate celebrate the majesty of Frederick Law Olmsted’s legacy. Floral décor will focus on iris, fleur de lis and silver, all symbolic of the 25th anniversary. Expect live music daily in the Winter Garden in Biltmore House and the Conservatory, and daily seminars at A Gardener’s Place. Biltmore’s restaurants will feature special silver anniversary menu items, drinks and desserts, with the Winery offering a commemorative Festival of Flowers wine, wine programs and children’s activities on Saturdays and Sundays.
Event date(s):
Apr 03, 2010 to May 16, 2010
Biltmore Annual Easter Egg Hunt
The Easter Rabbit makes his annual appearance on Biltmore’s Front Lawn on Easter Sunday, along with special children’s entertainment including magic shows, music, storytelling, crafts and photos with the Easter Rabbit. Highlighting the day are the grand Easter Egg Hunts at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Children ages 9 years old and younger may attend the hunt for free when accompanied by an estate pass holder or a ticketed adult. Day-of registration will be required. Bring your own basket or bag to collect eggs!
Event date(s):
Apr 04, 2010
Asheville HATCHfest
Asheville HATCHfest will celebrate creative artists, with events being held in prime downtown locations including Asheville Area Arts Council (front gallery), Echo Mountain Studios, Fine Arts Theatre, Pack Place and The Orange Peel. Film screenings, concerts and exhibits from groundbreaking artists from around the world will occupy these venues. HATCHfest’s mission is to encourage economic development through mentorship, educational panels and labs. All educational events will be free to the general public.
Event date(s):
Apr 14, 2010 to Apr 18, 2010
2010 French Broad River Festival
This annual festival has grown steadily from a one night benefit party on the banks of the French Broad to an all weekend family festival featuring some of the best music in the area and a number of outdoor events in celebration of this beautiful river and setting. The 13th annual festival is set for April 30 – May 2, 2019 where the French Broad River meets the Appalachian Trail at the beautiful Hot Springs Campground & Spa (www.camp.nchotsprings.com ). Festival begins at 4:00 on Friday, April 30 and ends Sunday, May 2. Visit our website www.frenchbroadriverfestival.com for details or call 828-253-1240. Proceeds from the festival will be donated to American Whitewater and the new Hot Springs Community Learning Center. $5000 was donated to American Whitewater and $5000 to the Hot Springs Community Learning Center.
Event date(s):
Apr 30, 2010 to May 02, 2010
Fiber Day at the Folk Art Center
Fiber artists from the Southern Highland Craft Guild provide hands-on learning about a variety of fiber crafts. Sheep shearing demonstrations are featured throughout the day.
Event date(s):
May 08, 2010 at 10:00 AM
Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF)
Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF), presents World Beat, Blues, Folk, Celtic, Bluegrass, Gospel, Latin and more. LEAF also highlights Folk Arts, Poetry, Juried Handcrafts, Healing Arts, kids activities, kayaking, swimming and camping. Connecting cultures & creating community through music & arts!
Event date(s):
May 13, 2010 to May 19, 2010
Fanaticon
On Saturday, May 15, 2010, Asheville, NC will play host to Fanaticon, a convention for fans of comic books, science-fiction, fantasy, gaming and collectibles. The event will take place at the Asheville Art Museum and will feature local comic book vendors, artists, panel discussions, costume contests and special guests from the comic book industry. Fanaticon is suitable for the whole family. For more information, please visit http://www.Fanaticon.org
Event date(s):
May 15, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Montford Music and Arts Festival
The 7th annual Montford Music and Arts festival will be a day of great music and crafts in a historic neighborhood setting. Dancing by world famous Ira Berstein accompanied by John Hermann and oldies music by West Sound are just a hint of the quality entertainment free to everyone. Also there will be tasty food and family activities.
Event date(s):
May 22, 2010 at 10:00 AM
7th Annual Montford Music and Arts Festival
The annual Montford Music and Art Festival will take place in the NPS-designated Montford Area Historic District on May 15. The festival celebrates the rich musical and artistic heritage found in Montford, Asheville, and the region with approximately 4,000 annual attendees. All musical acts have some connection to Montford and a number of the vendors do as well. The festival is promoted in celebration of Preservation Month by the Buncombe County Historic Resources Commission.
Event date(s):
May 22, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Mountain Sports Festival
Whether you’re a hardcore athlete or a newbie trying an event for the first time, the Mountain Sports Festival offers something for you. From intense trail running to laid-back disc golf, from adventure racing to the Iron Kids events, from high speed track racing to whitewater kayak clinics… there is something here to entertain and challenge you! We invite you to compete in the events, watch friends and family test their skills, cheer your kids as they participate in the MSF, and watch demos of new adventure activities and equipment. Enjoy the free music and entertainment, replenish your energy with tasty food, sip a refreshing beverage, and browse the exhibits at the Festival Village at Carrier Park. Come experience springtime in Asheville at the 2009 Mountain Sports Festival. Bring your family and friends and join us at Carrier Park for the outdoor sports event of the year!
Event date(s):
May 28, 2010 to May 30, 2010
Garden Jubilee Festival
Garden Jubilee offers over 125 vendors selling handmade arts and crafts, plants and items to enhance your outdoor living area. Nurseries selling many varieties of annuals, perennials, vegetables, trees, shrubs, and hard to find plants will be located on every block of the festival. There will also be delicious food to satisfy any appetite. Vendors will be located on the wide sidewalks of Historic Downtown Hendersonville from Sixth Avenue to Second Avenue. Main Street will be closed to traffic from Second Avenue to Caswell Street, with vendors lining both sides of the street..
Event date(s):
May 29, 2010 to May 30, 2010
The Remarkable Rhododendron Ramble
Join us for special activities with our staff naturalists designed to help you get the most out of the memorable sight of the Catawba Rhododendron at Grandfather.
Event date(s):
Jun 01, 2010 to Jun 13, 2010
River Arts District Studio Stroll
The Bi-Annual Studio Stroll is your chance to tour the studios, meet with the artists and purchase artwork. Within just a few blocks you will find an eclectic mix of creative artists - from traditional to cutting-edge. Near downtown Asheville. Free.
Event date(s):
Jun 12, 2010 to Jun 13, 2010
Animal Birthday Party
Grandfather Mountain celebrates the birthdays of all the animals in the park with games, contests, crafts and surprises.
Event date(s):
Jun 16, 2010 at 09:00 AM
Sizzling 4th of July Sales Days
When summer gets hot, head to NOC and cool off in the whitewater! Score sweet deals, fourth foods from the Big Wesser Grill and listen to live music at The Pourover.
Event date(s):
Jul 03, 2010 to Jul 04, 2010
Shindig on the Green
Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and join us at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park on Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, while Pack Square Park is undergoing construction. Enjoy unique music and dance performances on stage, and informal jam sessions. Come celebrate the treasured cultural heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. FREE. Summer Saturday evenings, along about sundown (or 7:00pm for those who wear a watch). For more information please visit the Folk Heritage Committee’s website: www.folkheritage.org.
Event date(s):
Jul 03, 2010 to Sep 04, 2010
Grandfather Mountain Highland Games
Over one hundred Scottish clans and societies sponsor this celebration of Scottish, dance, music and athletics. Main events are at MacRae Meadows, at the base of Grandfather Mountain.
Event date(s):
Jul 08, 2010 to Jul 11, 2010
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
The Civic Center in Asheville comes alive with fine traditional and contemporary crafts made by members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. The Fair also features craft demonstrations, regional music and entertainment.
Event date(s):
Jul 15, 2010 to Jul 18, 2010
Bele Chere
Bele Chere is the largest free street festival in the Southeast, held in beautiful downtown Asheville each July. Arts & crafts, food, entertainment, interactive events, and a children’s activity area will fill the streets, drawing about 300,000 visitors throughout the three-day event.
Event date(s):
Jul 23, 2010 to Jul 25, 2010
Mountain Dance & Folk Festival
Join in the celebration and discover the nation's longest running folk festival. Founded by Bascom Lamar Lunsford in 1928, the Festival showcases an amazing repertoire of mountain performers who share songs and dances that echo centuries of Scottish, English, Irish, Cherokee and African heritage. Each evening is a joyful exploration of the rich culture found in the valleys and coves between the Great Smokies and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Presented at Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place in downtown Asheville, Thursday July 30 - Saturday August 1, 2009 at 7:00pm nightly. Tickets available at (828)257-4530. For more information please visit the Folk Heritage Committee’s website: www.folkheritage.org.
Event date(s):
Aug 05, 2010 to Aug 07, 2010
Asheville Quilt Guild Annual Show
The North Carolina Arboretum hosts the Asheville Quilt Guild’s popular annual show, a juried event featuring more than 250 quilts of exceptional craftsmanship from across the U.S. and worldwide. The three-day show offers live demonstrations, a merchant’s mall and more!
Event date(s):
Aug 06, 2010 to Aug 08, 2010
38th Annual Village Art & Craft Fair
The fair hosts 125 exhibitors from 20 states, representing the full spectrum of craft media - jewelry, ceramic, wood, fiber, metals, two-dimensional art and more. The craft fair is a great opportunity to encounter new artists and to talk with crafters one-on-one. Most exhibitors are not represented at New Morning Gallery, so visitors are sure to find new treasures along with a few old favorites.
Event date(s):
Aug 07, 2010 to Aug 08, 2010
Sourwood Festival
33rd Annual Festival- alcohol free street festival with over 200 vendors, food, and entertainment. Located Downtown Black Mountain 100 Sutton Avenue
Event date(s):
Aug 14, 2010 to Aug 15, 2010
Goombay Festival
Since 1982, the YMI Cultural Center has presented Goombay!, one of several worldwide variations of the centuries-old celebration. Goombay! can be viewed as a Cultural Expression of a people.
Event date(s):
Aug 27, 2010 to Aug 29, 2010
Art in Autumn
The Weaverville Business Association is proud to present the annual Art in Autumn arts and crafts festival on Main Street in downtown Weaverville each September. Art in Autumn is a juried show which showcases the diverse range of cultural heritage of our region.
Event date(s):
Sep 18, 2010 at 10:00 AM
30th Annual Heritage Weekend
A two-day celebration of traditional craft, music and storytelling featuring the World Gee Haw Whimmy Diddle Competition at 2pm on Saturday.
Event date(s):
Sep 18, 2010 to Sep 19, 2010
Brewgrass Festival
Each year in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, we gather over 30 American breweries to showcase more than 100 different beers. We add a great lineup of national and regional bluegrass musicians. We also feature a variety of area food vendors and plenty of water. Put all these things together and you have the ingredients for the perfect beer day.
Event date(s):
Sep 18, 2010 at 12:00 PM
NOC Guest Appreciation Festival (GAF)
NOC's year-end festival comes once a year, so make your plan to stay for an entire weekend of fall paddling, prize winning, gear swapping and live music enjoying!
Event date(s):
Sep 24, 2010 to Sep 26, 2010
Lake Eden Arts Festival
Enjoy a full weekend of art, music, and outdoor fun in a beautiful mountain lake setting. Experience cultural enrichment from all over the world!
Event date(s):
Oct 14, 2010 to Oct 17, 2010
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
The Asheville Civic Center comes alive with fine traditional and contemporary crafts made by members of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. The Fair also features craft demonstrations, regional music and entertainment.
Event date(s):
Oct 14, 2010 to Oct 17, 2010
NOCtoberfest
This fall festival features the 106-mile Tour de Nantahala Road Ride, live music, Bavarian-themed restaurant and beer specials and late-season sales.
Event date(s):
Oct 23, 2010 to Oct 24, 2010
Asheville International Children's Film Festival
The AICFF is a family film festival with value affirming culturally diverse cinema. By using media as a tool to stimulate critical thinking, our goal is to promote intelligent dialogue through the introduction of inspiring stories, exhilarating adventures and pure cinematic joy. Festival events will include: An opening night gala, pancake breakfast, workshops, school field trip film experiences, Family Support Network of WNC film screenings.
Event date(s):
Nov 01, 2010 to Nov 14, 2010
Asheville Film Festival
The Asheville Film Festival welcomes filmmakers and film lovers to the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains to celebrate four days of independent film. Enjoy the artistry and variety of the festival’s competition film selection and high-profile spotlight films that have in previous years included Slumdog Millionaire, The Wrestler and Diving Bell & The Butterfly. Parties, networking, local talent showcases and educational seminars will also highlight the festival.
Event date(s):
Nov 11, 2010 to Nov 14, 2010
River Arts District Studio Stroll
The Bi-Annual Studio Stroll is your chance to tour the studios, meet with the artists and purchase artwork. Within just a few blocks you will find an eclectic mix of creative artists - from traditional to cutting-edge. Near downtown Asheville. Free.
Event date(s):
Nov 13, 2010 to Nov 14, 2010
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