Holiday Events
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A Swannanoa Solstice
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesIn 2021, A Swannanoa Solstice celebrates 19 years of delighting Western North Carolina audiences with a world-class display of folk, ushering in the winter season and drawing in more fans each and every year. A beloved local holiday tradition, A Swannanoa Solstice welcomes renowned multi-instrumentalist Robin Bullock and Grammy-winner David Holt to the stage, along […]
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Valdese Independence Day Celebration
Old Rock School 400 Main Street West, Valdese, NC, United States2022 Independence Day will be held in conjunction with Valdese Summer Concert Series on July 1, 2022. Each year the Town of Valdese celebrates Independence Day by holding an impressive fireworks display on the football field behind the Old Rock School. Regarded as one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the area, the Town […]
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Independence Day Community Celebration & Fireworks Extravaganza
It’s a red, white squirrel and blue Independence Day Celebration in downtown Brevard! Festivities kick off at 10am and the fun continues throughout the day. This community-wide celebration includes something for the entire family including Sycamore Cycles Patriotic Bike Parade, Transylvania Community Arts Council Arts Showcase, Transylvania Cruisers Classic Car Show, local food vendors and children’s activities. Join elected officials for the Memorial […]
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Winter Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum
North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, United StatesWinter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise.
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Candlelight Christmas at Historic Johnson Farm
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road , Hendersonville, United StatesCandlelight Christmas tours will be held December 2 and 3. Five tours will be offered each evening, at 5:00, 5:45, 6:30, 7:15 and 8:00 PM. Visitors will take part in a guided tour of the decorated 1880 farm house, visit with the Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists, listen to live music by local students, and […]
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White Squirrel Weekend
Downtown Brevard Brevard, NC, United StatesFRIDAY, MAY 23, 2025 5PM-10PM FOOD & CRAFT VENDORS OPEN 5PM-10PM BEER GARDEN and WRISTBAND 5:30PM QUACK SHACK 7:00PM KINDRED VALLEY 8:30PM RED CLAY REVIVAL SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025 9AM-12PM TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY FARMERS MARKET 10AM-5PM VENDOR STREET FESTIVAL 10AM- 10PM BICYCLE VALET by EARTH MOUNTAIN BICYCLE & BREVARD BIKE ALLIANCE 10AM-10PM FOOD VENDORS 10AM-1PM […]
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Blue Ridge Artisan Show & Sale
McDowell Arts Council Association Gallery 50 South Main Street, Marion, NC, United States -
Candlelight Christmas Tours
Historic Johnson Farm Haywood Road, Hendersonville, North Carolina, United StatesTours will start at 5:00, 5:45, 6:30, and 7:15 PM each evening. Registration and advance payment is required. Tickets will go on sale November 1. $20 adults, $15 students, $15 seniors (65+), free for 4 and under. Children are more than welcome, but please know the tour is about an hour of listening to guides […]
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Folkmoot Presents Eireann’s Call – A Kilted Christmas
Folkmoot Friendship Center 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC, United StatesFolkmoot USA is thrilled to host its final Folkmoot Live show of 2023 and includes new lights and sounds gratefully purchased through the results of the Folkmoot Summer Soiree fundraiser. The new lights and sound were generously installed and procured through a lot of time and dedication from two Folkmoot volunteers Owen Englander and Jay […]
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Sunrise at the Swinging Bridge at Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway, Linville, NC, United StatesGrandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, is hosting a special experience for guests to ring in 2024 from a mile high. On Monday, Jan. 1, the New Year’s “Sunrise at the Swinging Bridge” event will provide guests with the rare opportunity to be in the park before regular operating […]
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Valentine’s Day Dance at Laurel Community Center
Laurel Community Center 4100 NC 212 Hwy, Marshall, NC, United StatesJoin us for our annual Valentine's Day Dance with live music featuring SAL - Susi Gott, Art Shuster and Laurie Fisher. Square dances are called by Phil Jamison. Food and fun for the whole family!
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Handcrafted Holiday Market Reception
Tryon Arts and Crafts School 373 Harmon Field Road, Tryon, NC, United StatesOur annual Handcrafted Holiday Market is a one-stop shopping trip for all your holiday gift-giving needs! The Market will be open from November 9 - December 19, and includes a rotating inventory of original works by area artists. *Reception: Come sip, stroll, shop, mingle, and be merry at TACS! Our annual Holiday Market will […]
