Downtown Asheville | Photo taken October 26, 2025

Asheville is Open and Ready After Helene

Asheville is open and ready to welcome you.

The Asheville area welcomes you back after Hurricane Helene. 

Downtown shops, restaurants, galleries, artist studios and restaurants are open—alongside our neighbors in the towns of Weaverville and Black Mountain. South Asheville and the Asheville Regional Airport are open. Biltmore Estate is open and welcoming guests.

Get inspired by a lively calendar of events, search what’s open and check out interactive maps and travel FAQs. With the completion of Asheville Regional Airport’s expansion, escaping to the region’s vibrant culture and breathtaking natural beauty in peak lushness has never been easier or more invigorating.

Always Asheville

Explore the Asheville Area

Adventure meets inspiration in every corner of the Asheville area.

From art-filled streets and independent shops to trails, taprooms, and timeless views, each neighborhood and nearby town offers its own rhythm and charm. Wander through our mountain city and its neighboring communities to find creativity in full bloom, local favorites to support, and experiences that stay with you.

Use our interactive map to uncover places to go, things to do, and stories waiting to be found throughout the region.

Map of Asheville

General Travel Questions

Safety Concerns

Local Accessibility