Asheville and the surrounding areas are full of beautiful views, great food, amazing culture and things to do! If you live in the area or are planning on visiting soon, here are some fun events to check out this season...
Biltmore Blooms
Friday, April 1, 2022 to Thursday, May 26, 2022
This festival of flowers celebrates two months of spring blooms that include 75,000+ tulips, orchids, azaleas, and elaborate floral displays inside Biltmore House.
Downtown After Five
Friday, April 15, 2022
Enjoy live music, food, and beer at this big outdoor concert in downtown Asheville. Free admission, 5-9 PM.
Carolina Mountain Cheese Fest
Sunday, April 24, 2022
This festival at Highland Brewing Company includes hands-on fun, tastings, chef competition, milking demonstrations, panel discussions, workshops, and products from more than 20 local food vendors.
Uncommon Market
Repeats every month on the 22 of May 1 times. Sunday, April 24, 2022
Asheville’s largest curated, pop-up market for antiques, art, vintage decor, jewelry, and beyond is in the River Arts District. Rain or shine. 10 AM-4 PM. (1 Foundy Street)
WNC Bigfoot Festival
Friday, May 13, 2022 to Saturday, May 14, 2022
A quirky festival that celebrates the legendary Sasquatch, held in downtown Marion, 36 miles east of Asheville. In addition to Bigfoot-themed items and local crafts, talk with sighters from across the country with evidence that it exists. Calling contest too!
Asheville Beer Week
Friday, May 27, 2022 to Sunday, June 5, 2022
Experience the largest annual celebration of craft beer in Asheville and western NC with a big variety of beer-related events including releases and tastings paired with music, food and great settings.
Lake Lure Spring Arts Festival
Saturday, May 28, 2022 to Monday, May 30, 2022
See and buy craft and art by 90+ artists from many different disciplines during Memorial Day Weekend. Also enjoy entertainment, food vendors and the beauty of the lake. Free admission. 119 Arcade St, Lake Lure
Downtown Asheville Festival of the Arts
Saturday, May 28, 2022 to Sunday, May 29, 2022
See 100+ regional, local and national artists and craft artisans with fine jewelry, a big variety of art and hand-crafted apparel and decor. Downtown Asheville (80 Court Plaza). Free admission. 10 AM-5 PM.
