Asheville East KOA Holiday

Visiting the Biltmore during spring is one of the best times to take in this stunning estate's charm. While it's open for tours year-round, the Biltmore's 8,000 acres bloom to life with all its beautiful flora. Stroll through its seemingly endless gardens and count how many different colors you can spot along the way. While you are there, sample some of the award-winning wines at their elegant winery.

Whether you are an artist yourself or just want an excuse to get to know the area, this event is definitely one to add to your calendar. Visit the region's artistic hub and head home with some of the finest handcrafted creations by visiting Asheville Art in the Park. Downtown Asheville truly comes to life during this event during June and October. Speak with nationally known artists and get up close and personal with some of their best work while you take a stroll through Pack Square Park. Every year, this event brings artists from every discipline, including glass, ceramics, wood, jewelry and metal, allowing you to glimpse unique creations you will not find anywhere else. You might even walk away with the perfect gift for your friends or family. 

June 8, 15, 24 and October 5, 12, 19, 2024

Start off the Summer season with a 5K footrace through Hendersonville, NC! Participants can run or walk through a beautiful neighborhood, with a delicious cold beer waiting to greet you at the finish line. This race begins and ends at Trailside Brewing at Lennox Station.

Artisans in the Southern Highland Craft Guild span across nine states. Twice a year, they gather in Harrah's Cherokee Center and fill the concourse and arena areas with a variety of craft exhibits. Patrons can shop vendors who work with clay, metal, wood, fiber, glass, paper, leather, mixed media and jewelry. Throughout the weekend, there are also craft demonstrations and live music performances. Can't attend the July Craft Fair? Plan a trip for October's Craft Fair!

Experience the transformative power of yoga and wellness during this four-day festival of movement, music, connect & adventure. There will be a diverse group of renowned yoga teachers, wellness experts and spiritual leaders from around the country leading over 75 workshops and classes. There is also a marketplace, outdoor adventures, and live music.

Experience Southern Appalachian traditions and culture during this three-day festival. With multiple stages, you'll be able to see a wide array of performances which include Bluegrass music, century-old ballads, high-energy clogging, elegant Big Circle Mountain Smooth Dance, story-telling and educational sessions.

If you love music, the AVLFest is a must-attend event. AVLFest is a music and arts festival taking you on a wild four-day adventure through 20 of the area's finest venues. You get access to over 100 shows from local, regional and national music groups like Nikki Lane and Chatham County Line. Your passes even offer unique discounts at tons of businesses and restaurants around Asheville. Regardless of your music tastes, this event is a great way to explore the city and find your next favorite music artist!

Enjoy the sweet taste of locally-produced Sourwood Honey during this small town festival. The community of Black Mountain comes together to celebrate bees and their honey with this annual event, which features over 200 vendors, festival foods, live music, and more. It's also a great opportunity to check out Black Mountain's restaurants, galleries and shops.

Celebrate Asheville's African-American community with thousands of other people at the Goombay Festival. This yearly event has been running since 1982 to honor various African cultures and traditions. It's a free-to-attend festival in downtown Asheville that runs for an entire weekend, allowing you and your family to experience new foods, listen to exciting music and purchase one-of-a-kind crafts. The area is filled with unique food trucks serving various dishes with various flavors, like jerk chicken, ox tail, and curry goat. Once your stomach is full, head to the dance floor to bust a move while listening to a wide variety of live music, including reggae, funk and soul.

Head to the Pack Square Park in Asheville for a day filled with love. The Blue Ridge Pride Festival is now going on its 13th year, celebrating the rights and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community. It starts with a huge procession through the streets of Asheville, heading right into the park to kick off the entire event. This all-day event provides access to over 200 local vendors, including artists, non-profits and small businesses. Eat great food, watch entertaining performances and support a wonderful community-based organization.

Artisans in the Southern Highland Craft Guild span across nine states. Twice a year, they gather in Harrah's Cherokee Center and fill the concourse and arena areas with a variety of craft exhibits. Patrons can shop vendors who work with clay, metal, wood, fiber, glass, paper, leather, mixed media and jewelry. Throughout the weekend, there are also craft demonstrations and live music performances. Can't attend the October Craft Fair? Check out the July Craft Fair!

LEAF is a long-standing celebration of wold music, art, creativity and culture. The Leaf Festival features a variety of performance stages, a family adventure village, vendors with handcrafted items & folk art, culinary artists, performers and a peaceful retreat setting.