Events

Events
Feb 2024
Nineteen influential women who have had a positive impact on Western North Carolina

Feb 2024
This spring, head to the Windy City for all-new performances, one-of-a-kind dining experiences, and modern architecture

Nov 2023
Western North Carolina’s clear skies offer plenty of sites to catch an amazing, unpolluted view of the cosmos. Check out these epic locations to view the night sky, along with tips and resources for stargazing hobbyists.

Nov 2023
On a recently added nonstop flight from our local airport, fly out west this winter to experience the Mile High City’s arts and culture, food and bevs, and snowy, outdoor majesties

Nov 2023
Expert tips on wedding planning from a local professional

Nov 2023
Shannon Kirshner of Freckled Petal answers all things floral to help you plan your wedding botanicals

Nov 2023
A lavish soirée rich with color and cultural significance on the grounds of the famed Biltmore Estate

Nov 2023
Celebrating old and new memories at a treasured family location

Nov 2023
October 21, 2022 • Homewood • Asheville

Sep 2023
Grist Mills of the Western North Carolina Mountains

Sep 2023
The life and legacy of celebrated bluegrass musician Earl Scruggs gets a standing ovation in his native Shelby

Sep 2023
A young craftsman in Avery County uses steel and local materials to construct handmade knives

Jun 2023
Grab a bite from some of WNC's fabulous food trucks this summer

Jun 2023
WNC film examines reciprocity between Native Americans and nature

May 2023
Hit up these pet-friendly hangouts and activities for you and your best friend to enjoy—together

Mar 2023
Meet the new executive director of the Asheville Brewers Alliance

Mar 2023
As the Indigenous Walls Project marks a year of progress, Jared Wheatley and his family reflect on its impact

Dec 2022
Local brewers and experts weigh in on the beer industry’s recent boom and its future

Dec 2022
A red spruce joins a national tradition as it journeys across the country

Dec 2022
Investing in Asheville’s historical roots

Sep 2022
From the galleries of Asheville to the backroad studios of world-class artisans, amble along the Blue Ridge Craft Trails to discover the creative spirit of the North Carolina mountains

Jun 2022
Chow Chow’s return with a unique approach to food festivals

Jun 2022
A small-town WNC farmers market draws masses

Jun 2022
In Chunns Cove, Douglas Ellington’s fairytale cottage continues to cast a spell

May 2022
Grandfather Mountain touts newest enhancement to environmental education

Mar 2022
WNC’s boomtown has mighty good neighbors—meet 10 nearby communities prized for their own style of livability

Mar 2022
As the nation celebrates Frederick Law Olmsted’s 200th birthday, witness the creation—and evolution—of his visionary Biltmore landscapes

Mar 2022
Asheville’s first Black Business Expo brings space and support

Dec 2021
Highland Brewing’s famed winter ale turns 25 with fitting fanfare

Dec 2021
Five local culinary artists share their beloved seasonal recipes and the stories behind them

Dec 2021
Shopportunities abound at new retail stores devoted to the home

Dec 2021
Asheville’s Gerber factory was an economic and community cornerstone that fed millions of little ones

Dec 2021
At the new Mitford Museum, the world of Jan Karon’s bestselling books transcends the page

Aug 2021
Biltmore hosts Van Gogh, Monet, and da Vinci in a year-long multisensory experience

Aug 2021
After so many months of cancelled and postponed events, the urge to get together and celebrate is palpable. Here to satisfy is a season of great gatherings bursting with local culture: From woolly worms, elk, and Bigfoot to mountain arts, food, music, and more, these festivals truly have something for everyone.

Jun 2021
Meet Western North Carolina’s 2021 Olympic hopefuls—Manteo Mitchell and Abbey Cooper

Jun 2021
Western North Carolina’s worlds of wonder

Jun 2021
Earl B. Hunter Jr.’s Black Folks Camp Too builds bridges to the outdoors

Jun 2021
Hendersonville welcomes three exciting new hotel projects

Jun 2021
Asheville’s Chow Chow food festival evolves into a summer-long series