Jason is the former Content Manager for ExploreAsheville.com and a former television news reporter. He's also an avid outdoorsman who spends nearly all his free time hiking and photographing the mountains of western North Carolina. When he's not hiking or writing, you'll find him singing karaoke around town or catching a local sports game.
Experience wildlife up close with a family-friendly adventure to the WNC Nature Center, located just 10 minutes from downtown Asheville! Among the animals you’ll see are otters, black bears, wolves and a cougar! The 42-acre wildlife park features award-winning exhibits that are home to 60 species of wild and domestic animals and hundreds of species of plants. All the species
2023 Santa on the Chimney Dates: December 2 & December 9 Before traveling the world to climb down chimneys and deliver presents on Christmas, Santa practices in the Asheville area on one of the biggest chimneys of all! The first two Saturdays in December mark Santa on the Chimney, a tradition that gives you and your family the opportunity to watch Santa
2023 Dickens in the Village: December 1 and 2 A beautiful historic district in Asheville transforms for a weekend during the holidays, transporting you back in time to the days of Charles Dickens and A Christmas Carol . On the first weekend of December (December 1-2, 2023), Historic Biltmore Village takes on new life as a quaint Victorian town for the Old World Dickens in the
A walk in the clouds in the Black Mountains Hike from the highest peak east of the Mississippi River (Mount Mitchell, 6684 feet) to the second highest one (Mount Craig, 6647 feet). On the ridge line of these giants of the Black Mountains, you might find yourself above the clouds. You'll begin the hike in Mount Mitchell State Park, one of the first state parks in the
Fall is a truly special time to visit Asheville. Not only can you experience fall in Asheville with stunning leaves and special events but also with the mountain harvest. In addition to many working farms in Asheville, the city is less than a half hour drive from one of the country's best apple growing areas, Hendersonville, N.C. Hendersonville hosts
Zach King is known as a video magician who is in a league of his own. His digital tricks have been dazzling people around the world, gaining him millions of fans. It’s no wonder this video magician was drawn to Asheville, where you can find magical moments at nearly every turn. That’s just what Zach King discovered on his adventures in town. See for yourself by watching the video
There's endless ways you can experience nature when visiting Asheville. From taking a stroll on the greenway along the French Broad River to summitting some of the highest peaks mountain east of the Mississippi River, there are tons outdoor adventures waiting for you in the Asheville area. Want the inside scoop? Check out the top places to experience the outdoors in Asheville,
A celebration of the traditional mountain music and dance of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Shindig on the Green is a free, outdoor mountain bluegrass music and dance festival that takes place throughout the summer months in the heart of downtown Asheville at Pack Square Park. The Shindigs are on most Saturdays from late June through late August each year. The performances begin at about 7
Biltmore is a place that can easily take your breath away. From the awe-inspiring details inside the home to the beautifully-manicured gardens and trails, you'll find there's so much to explore. Until Biltmore is once again able to welcome guests to the estate, Biltmore has created a series of Virtual Tour Playlists on the Biltmore YouTube Channel featuring beautiful and
Look out over the stunning rhododendron-filled vistas at Craggy Gardens, see the “Seven Sisters” mountain peaks towering over Black Mountain’s Lake Tomahawk and discover the grandeur of the gardens at Biltmore. You now can have all these experiences before you ever arrive in Asheville for your visit! How’s that possible? Through a partnership with Google, Explore Asheville
