Things to Do in Asheville This Weekend -- May 10-12, 2024

6 Sweet Ideas for Mom

Ready to make your weekend plans? Experience some of the best events happening all around the Blue Ridge Mountains. As you plan your getaway to Asheville, check out our easy-to-use accommodations search tool to find room availability and rates.

Here are ideas for what to do this weekend:

Bloom With A View

Friday - Sunday, May 10-12, 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
North Carolina Arboretum

Frolic among the flowers at an immersive floral installation on the grounds of The North Carolina Arboretum. Throughout the gardens, colorful and festive planters will elevate thousands of blooms to eye-level. Wander, explore and lose yourself among the flowers!

12th Annual WNC Yarn Crawl

Friday - Sunday, May 10-12, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Multiple Yarn Stores

The 12th Annual WNC Yarn Crawl will take place at 12 participating fiber arts destinations in the Asheville area. Each store will have daily door prizes and other special displays and products for the Crawl. The theme of this year's Crawl is "Year of the Dragon: Feed Your Fiber Hoard!" A Dragon Quest during the Crawl invites participants to find a special dragon at each location.

LEAF Retreat

Friday - Sunday, May 10-12
Lake Eden

Experience all the adventure, traditions, art, and music of LEAF festival, but in a more intimate gathering. This retreat offers people space to kick back, relax, play, camp and connect with the arts, music and nature.

Pop Up Model T Rides in Montford

Friday, May 10, 4 - 7 p.m.
Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast

Take a ride back in time. Stop in at the Pinecrest Bed and Breakfast for refreshments and catch a ride in a 1923 Ford Model T for a 15 minute ride around Montford. Rides are $25 per ride (per carload, not per person).

Valley History Explorer Hike: Swannanoa

Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Swannanoa Valley Museum and History Center

Trek to the final resting place of Samuel Davidson, one of the earliest European settlers west of the Blue Ridge. His grave marks an emotional chapter in history, where he tragically fell victim to Native American conflict in 1784. You'll also visit ruins of Alexander Farm, once a bustling boarding house operated by generations of Davidson's descendants.

Lookout Brewing Anniversary Party

Saturday, May 11, 12 - 10 p.m.
Lookout Brewing Co.

Celebrating 11 years, Lookout is throwing a party. Food, games, and live music are planned. Pisgah Brewing is also celebrating their anniversary so the two breweries teamed up to create a special beer for the day!

Mother's Day Celebrations

Sunday, May 12
Multiple Events

Celebrate mom in true Asheville style. Below are some of the many events planned across town. Don't miss out on special mother's day deals! Check out the packages and deals section at the bottom of this page to learn more.

Mother's Day Native Plant Swap and Sale at 39 Courtland Ave., 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother's Day Brunch at Bargello, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother's Day Brunch at Posana, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother's Day Market at Turgua Brewing, 12 - 6 p.m.
Mother's Day Sunday Brunch at Omni Grove Park Inn, 12 - 2:30 p.m.
Mother's Day Tea Party at Perspective Café, 3 - 5 p.m.
Your Mama Mother's Day Jokes at Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Amy Steinberg & Friends Mother's Day Concert at Foundation Studios, 7 p.m.

Recurring Events

Biltmore Blooms

Friday - Sunday, May 10-12
Biltmore

A long-time spring tradition, Biltmore Blooms celebrates Biltmore’s historic gardens and grounds and the return of warm weather, featuring a progression of thousands of spring flowers growing across the property. Also, be sure to catch the Chihuly at Biltmore event during your visit.

Live Music, Comedy, Dance and Theatre

Steep Canyon Rangers Music

Friday (May 10):

Thurgood at North Carolina Stage Company, 2 p.m.
Jim Swayzee at Turgua Brewing, 6 p.m.
Jason Daniello at Highland Brewing Downtown Taproom, 6 p.m.
The Freeway Jubilee at Ginger's Revenge, 6 p.m.
Author Discussions: Joy is the Justice We Give Ourselves at N.C. Arboretum, 6 p.m.
Comedy: Chloe Radcliffe at Catawba Brewing Company - South Slope, 7 p.m.
The Dirty Dead at Highland Brewing Company, 7 p.m.
Tim Easton + Tommy Scifres + Hannah Kaminer at Citizen Vinyl, 7 p.m.
White Denim at Salvage Station, 7 p.m.
Sweeping Promises at Eulogy, 7 p.m.
Popcorn Falls at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 7 p.m.
A God in the Waters at Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Jody Carroll at Vintage Kava, 8 p.m.
Sarah Jarosz at Grey Eagle, 8 p.m.
Stewart/Owen Dance at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.
Caitlin Krisco and The Broadcast at Asheville Music Hall, 9 p.m.
Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing Company - South Slope, 9 p.m.
Karaoke at Asheville Beauty Academy, 10 p.m.

Saturday (May 11):

Stewart/Owen Dance at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.
Scottish Sessions at Ginger's Revenge, 4 p.m.
P(x3) at Highland Brewing Company, 6 p.m.
Ross Hollow at Highland Brewing Downtown Taproom, 6 p.m.
Popcorn Falls at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 7 p.m.
Comedy From the Future at Catawba Brewing Company - South Slope, 7 p.m.
Echoes of the Blue Ridge: Sings of Renewal & Resistance at First Presbyterian Church, 7 p.m.
Life Be Lifin' starring Monet X Change at Orange Peel, 7 p.m.
A God in the Waters at Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Thurgood at North Carolina Stage Company, 7:30 p.m.
Stewart/Owen Dance at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.
Jim Swayzee at Vintage Kava, 8 p.m.
Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing Company - South Slope, 9 p.m.
Spring Bling Taurus Bash: Gully Mills & The A-Band at Citizen Vinyl, 9 p.m.
Saturday Night Tease at The Odd, 10:30 p.m.

Sunday (May 12):

Country Brunch with My New Favorites at Grey Eagle, 11 a.m.
Sunday Funday at Archetype Brewing, 1 p.m.
Brunch Party at Yalla, 1 p.m.
Stewart/Owen Dance at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 2 p.m.
Jazz Sunday's at Ginger's Revenge, 2 p.m.
Thurgood at North Carolina Stage Company, 2 p.m.
Moonshine State at Turgua Brewing, 2 p.m.
Popcorn Falls at Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 2 p.m.
Reggae Sundays with Chalwa at French Broad River Brewery, 3 p.m.
Author Discussion: Denise Kiernan with Terry Roberts at Little Jumbo, 4:30 p.m.
Cypress Hill with the Pharcyde and Souls of Mischief at Salvage Station, 5:30 p.m.
Team Buzzed Spelling Bee at Sweeten Creek Brewing, 6 p.m.
Amy Steinberg & Friends Mother's Day Concert at Foundation Studios, 7 p.m.
Earth at Eulogy, 7 p.m.
Nellie McKay at Citizen Vinyl, 7 p.m.
Stewart/Owen Dance at Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.
Chat Pile at Grey Eagle, 8 p.m.
Karaoke Nights at The Draftsman, 8 p.m.
Commander VooDoo at The One Stop, 9 p.m.

Tailgate & Specialty Pop Up Markets

Malaprop's Bookstore

Shop local at the Asheville area's numerous farmers, tailgate, and holiday markets. Here's a look at some of the markets you can visit this weekend:

Europa 10 Year Anniversary Celebration in Black Mountain, Fri. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sip & Stroll at Hooper's Creek Wine Market, Fri. 5 p.m.
Arts & Crafts Show at Rusty Dog, Sat. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Asheville City Market at North Market Street, Downtown Asheville, Sat. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Magical Market at House of Black Cat Magic, Sat. 12 - 6 p.m.
Mother's Day Native Plant Swap and Sale at 39 Courtland Ave., Sun. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mother's Day Market at Turgua Brewing, Sun. 12 - 6 p.m.
WNC Farmers Market at 570 Brevard Road, open 7 days a week, year-round, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Visit an art studio or art exhibition

Folk Art Center

Asheville is home to hundreds of artists, galleries and studios making creative expression a way of life here in the mountains. Here is a look at some of the current art exhibitions in the city:

Fiber Day at Folk Art Center, Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
"Life Could Be A Dream" Art Opening at Foundation Studios, Sat. 6 - 9 p.m.
Vera B Williams - STORIES Exhibition at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center through May 11
Art of Detailing at Folk Art Center through May 20
Casi Fordham: Spring in the Mountains at Woolworth Walk through May 30
Resonance at Citron Gallery through June 30
Daily Craft Demonstrations at Folk Art Center through December 31.
Chihuly at Biltmore at Amhearst at Deerpark on Biltmore Estate through Jan. 5, 2025

Free Things To Do In Asheville This Weekend

Outdoor fun near Asheville, NC

Stretch those vacation dollars a little further by taking part in these activities that cost nothing to attend.

Europa 10 Year Anniversary Celebration in Black Mountain, Fri. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Author Discussions: Joy is the Justice We Give Ourselves at N.C. Arboretum, Fri. 6 p.m.
Scottish Sessions at Ginger's Revenge, Sat. 4 p.m.
"Life Could Be A Dream" Art Opening at Foundation Studios, Sat. 6 - 9 p.m.
Mother's Day Market at Turgua Brewing, Sun. 12 - 6 p.m.
Live Music with Peggy Ratusz and Daddy Longlegs at Addison Farms Vineyard, Sun. 2 - 5 p.m.
Hiking at Riverside Cemetery Hike

Packages and Deals

Save some money this weekend with these special offers from area attractions and accommodations.

Mother's Day Made Easy Package at Omni Grove Park Inn
Bonbons for Mom! at Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast
Mother's Day Special at Adventure Center of Asheville

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