05/09/2024 to 05/12/2024
A popular multicultural festival, LEAF Retreat celebrates diversity and community through arts, music, and education. This year’s theme is “World Changers: Artists and Activists” which showcases the creation of art and honoring, “causes that resonate with the heartbeat of humanity.” First held in 2021, this annual retreat boasts camping, classes, water sports, and a bevy of musical performances from notable artists like Grammy-nominated Afro-Cuban Cimafunk and the modern bluegrass band Big Richard. » 377 Lake Eden Rd.; Thursday 4:30 p.m., Friday-Sunday 9 a.m.; $50-$250; (828) 686-8742; www.theleaf.org