Winter Lights at North Carolina Arboretum
NC Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC
Week of Events
Recollection: A Legacy in Monotype
Recollection will reflect on the artistic legacy of Marty Whaley Adams who finds inspiration in the beauty of the natural world, notably shown in her remarkable still lifes that feature beautifully textured objects painted in rich, nuanced colors. A longtime monotype printmaker, Marty enjoys the spontaneous process of creating monotypes by painting in inks to […]
Winter Lights at North Carolina Arboretum
We look forward to welcoming you back for another year of Asheville’s Brightest Holiday Tradition from November 15 to January 4! Winter 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 […]
2025 National Gingerbread House Competition
The Omni Grove Park Inn invites guests to experience the 33rd Annual National Gingerbread House Competition, showcasing over 45 extraordinary edible creations from bakers of all ages. Entries will be displayed throughout the resort from November 18, 2025, to January 4, 2026. The competition, held on November 17, offers more than $40,000 in cash and […]
Art Night at Shakedown Lounge
Art Night is an opportunity to get creative with a bunch of other people wanting to get creative, materials provided.
Round Robin Open Mic
Open Mic in the round, one song at a time round the circle. A comfortable, encouraging environment for all styles and skill levels, a true music community event! Everyone is welcome!
Team Trivia @ Oklawaha!
Tuesday nights are for bragging rights at Oklawaha. Hosted by Team Trivia Western NC & The Upstate of SC, this weekly showdown mixes brainpower, beer, and plenty of laughs. Tony’s pop-up will be in the taproom serving up great food every week with a rotating menu, so you can fuel up between questions. Bring your […]
Tuesday Karaoke @ Oklawaha!
The mics come on and the fun kicks off every Tuesday night at 9:30, right after Team Trivia. Hosted by Elite Entertainment, this karaoke night keeps the energy rolling with great songs, cold beer, and a crowd that knows how to have a good time. Whether you’re showing off your pipes or just cheering from […]
Wednesday Bluegrass Jam w/ Finklestein Three @ Oklawaha!
Bring your fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, or just your ears—our weekly bluegrass jam kicks off at 6:30 and rolls to 8:30 in true pickin’-circle fashion, hosted by the Finklestein Three. It’s a welcoming, acoustic jam where beginners can sit in, veterans can stretch out, and everyone can grab a pint and swap tunes.
Sit & Knit
Come out to Oklawaha Brewing, 7-9pm on the third Wednesday of each month for a community knitting group. All are welcome at this free event. Learn to knit, share patterns and tips, & meet new friends. Crochet and other fiber arts are welcome!
Line Dance Lessons
Join us every Thursday evening for line dance lessons from 7:15-9pm. We'll teach you three dances, and we always make sure at least the first one is very beginner friendly! Doors open at 5, lessons begin around 7:15. Once lessons are over around 9, we keep on dancing!
Alma Russ @ Oklawaha!
Alma Russ is a North Carolina-based singer-songwriter whose “patchwork music” blends country gold, Appalachian roots, folk, and Americana. Her sound feels timeless yet personal, carried by warm vocals and heartfelt lyrics. Expect an intimate set full of melody, story, and mountain soul.
WNC Songwriter sessions featuring original music of Tret Fure, Old Sap & Annie Wenz
WNC Songwriter Sessions return with Tret Fure, Old Sap and Annie Wenz. Join for an evening of original songs in the natural acoustics and listening room atmosphere of the beautiful and historic Brandy Bar. Hidy ho Neighbors! Another trio of wonderfilled songwriters will be sharing their lyrical and musical offerings for our November session at […]
Thursday Karaoke @ Oklawaha!
The weekend starts early with Thursday karaoke at Oklawaha. Hosted by J Vix and Exodian Studios, it’s a full-on party where the mic’s always hot, the beer’s always cold, and the crowd’s ready to sing along. Step up and show off your go-to track or just hang back and enjoy the show—either way, it’s always […]
Vintage Market Days® of Asheville presents: “Christmas in Asheville”
Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage and vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring orginal art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home decor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal planting and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to […]
Acoustic Jam Session @ Sideways Farm & Brewery
Every Friday from 4-7 pm plan to collaborate with other musicians at Sideways Farm & Brewery in Etowah. Bring your instruments and voices and enjoy making music and networking with other artists, while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Food truck is on site and beverages available for purchase from Sideways (small batch craft beers, hard jun, […]
Live Music Friday’s at Claywood
Live Music Fridays Join us every Friday evening for live music from 6p-8p, featuring local talent and a warm, vibrant atmosphere. Our bar is first come, first serve, offering an exclusive bar food menu alongside our full dinner menu. Settle in with a craft cocktail, enjoy seasonal bites, and let the music set the tone […]
Raphael Graves Band Live At Oklawaha
The Raphael Graves Band brings together Asheville singer-songwriter Raphael Graves and a talented lineup of regional musicians, blending rock, country and Americana into hearty, melody-driven performances that still leave plenty of space for soulful vocals and honest lyrics.
Holiday Farmers Market
This is a great opportunity for shoppers to look locally for unique gifts and holiday decorations, as well as to stock their pantries with feast-worthy baked goods and seasonal food items.
Mills River Holiday Market
The Mills River Farm Market brings you the 2025 Mills River Holiday Market! This market will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025 from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM, indoors at the Mills River Elementary School. Shop local this holiday season for crafts, specialty foods, and more! 94 School House Road Mills River, NC 28759
Christmas at Jeter Mountain Farm
We are thrilled to announce the second annual Christmas at the Farm will be held in winter 2025! Beyond finding the perfect tree, every area of the farm works to produce a special holiday offering above and beyond the farm favorites you already know and love. From keepsake hot chocolate to a holiday hard cider, […]
28th Annual Henderson County Toy Run
Join on Saturday, November 22 for the 28th Annual Henderson County Toy Run. This event collects toys and raises money for foster children and children in need. Registration is between 10am and 1pm at Bill Moore Community Park in Fletcher, NC with kickstands up at 1:30pm when riders will head to the Henderson County Courthouse. […]
Vintage Market Days® of Asheville presents: “Christmas in Asheville”
Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage and vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring orginal art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home decor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal planting and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to […]
Holiday Hullabaloo
Join Nix Pumpkin Patch and celebrate the holiday season with delicious food, vendors, pictures with Santa and live music by Connor Hunt & Chris Johnson.
Gobble & Gather Festival at Treska’s on Highland Lake
Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of craft, flavor, and local community! Join us for a curated festival experience where the region’s best artists and culinary creators come together to feed your senses. What to Expect: 15+ Local Artisans: Explore unique, handcrafted goods and treasures from more than fifteen of your favorite local makers. A […]
Santa at Claywood
Santa’s making a stop at Claywood!Join us Saturday, November 22 from 12–2 PM Enjoy fresh sandwiches, savory hand pies, creamy mac & cheese, holiday cookies, “Grinch juice,” and more — all included in your Santa Lunch experience! $25 for adults, $10 for children Santa’s elves will be ticketing at the door, and our culinary team will […]
Friendsgiving
Gather your friends and join us at Trailside for our First Annual Friendsgiving—a time to celebrate our wonderful community and support our neighbors in need. Event Highlights: Live Music: The Dudes: 6 PM - 9 PMSettle in for an evening of live music with a group of local friends, “The Dudes” Ryan Taylor Price, Lew […]
Tuatha Dea
Hendersonville Theatre welcomes back one of the top 10 Celtic bands in the United States, Tuatha Dea, for our Hometown Sound Music Series finale! Don’t miss this unique and unforgettable experience born of a family drum circle that will draw you into the music! Tuatha Dea is a progressive Americana band with a Rock edge, […]
Clouds of Delusion Live at Oklawaha!
Clouds of Delusion is an Asheville-based five-piece band rooted in the spirit of the Grateful Dead and the wider jam-band tradition. They lean into improvisation, rhythmic grooves, and energetic live interplay—expect a set that’s equal parts exploration, dance-floor energy, and community vibe.
Christmas at Jeter Mountain Farm
We are thrilled to announce the second annual Christmas at the Farm will be held in winter 2025! Beyond finding the perfect tree, every area of the farm works to produce a special holiday offering above and beyond the farm favorites you already know and love. From keepsake hot chocolate to a holiday hard cider, […]
Vintage Market Days® of Asheville presents: “Christmas in Asheville”
Vintage Market Days® is an upscale vintage and vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring orginal art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home decor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies, seasonal planting and a little more. Vintage Market Days® events are so much more than a flea market. Each Vintage Market Days® event is a unique opportunity for vendors to […]
Kayla McKinney Acoustic Duo @ Oklawaha!
Kayla McKinney strips it down with an acoustic duo set that showcases her strong country-voice roots and songwriting crafted under the Blue Ridge Mountains sky. With vocals front and center and warm acoustic guitar as the heartbeat, this set brings honesty, melody, and open space — a moment for listeners to lean in and really […]
Sunday Karaoke @ Oklawaha!
Sunday nights hit different at Oklawaha. Hosted by J Vix and Exodian Studios, this karaoke night brings out the big voices, the bold performances, and the best crowd in town. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with a beer in hand and a song in your heart.



