A Few of Our Favorite Things 2026
Browse a seasonal gallery exhibition celebrating favorite things, with an in-person opening and evening reception alongside an online show. A festive opportunity to discover distinctive artwork in downtown Asheville.
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Browse special finds gathered from artist visits, funky folk art tree ornaments, and seasonal work by more than 20 local artists. A festive year-end gallery reception celebrates creativity and the season of light.
Browse special finds gathered from artist visits, funky folk art tree ornaments, and seasonal work by more than 20 local artists. A festive year-end gallery reception celebrates creativity and the season of light.
Browse special finds gathered from artist visits, funky folk art tree ornaments, and seasonal work by more than 20 local artists. A festive year-end gallery reception celebrates creativity and the season of light.
Watercolor freshness, impressionistic reflections, and Western North Carolina forests and mountains turn familiar subjects into studies of everyday beauty. Three artists invite slower looking and renewed discovery.
Watercolor freshness, impressionistic reflections, and Western North Carolina forests and mountains turn familiar subjects into studies of everyday beauty. Three artists invite slower looking and renewed discovery.
Watercolor freshness, impressionistic reflections, and Western North Carolina forests and mountains turn familiar subjects into studies of everyday beauty. Three artists invite slower looking and renewed discovery.
Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts and artwork by Asheville artists, with festive music, delicious food, and hot cocoa creating a cheerful seasonal shopping afternoon that supports local makers.
Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts and artwork by Asheville artists, with festive music, delicious food, and hot cocoa creating a cheerful seasonal shopping afternoon that supports local makers.
Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts and artwork by Asheville artists, with festive music, delicious food, and hot cocoa creating a cheerful seasonal shopping afternoon that supports local makers.
Within Reach
MoreAn intimate curated gallery exhibition gathers small, accessible works by nine Resurrection Studio artists, inviting close viewing of varied contemporary pieces in a welcoming Asheville arts setting.
An intimate curated gallery exhibition gathers small, accessible works by nine Resurrection Studio artists, inviting close viewing of varied contemporary pieces in a welcoming Asheville arts setting.
An intimate curated gallery exhibition gathers small, accessible works by nine Resurrection Studio artists, inviting close viewing of varied contemporary pieces in a welcoming Asheville arts setting.
Browse local art and handmade goods alongside mini goats, live Christmas trees, wreaths, and poinsettias. A festive nursery market also brings seasonal shopping and food truck fare.
Browse local art and handmade goods alongside mini goats, live Christmas trees, wreaths, and poinsettias. A festive nursery market also brings seasonal shopping and food truck fare.
Browse local art and handmade goods alongside mini goats, live Christmas trees, wreaths, and poinsettias. A festive nursery market also brings seasonal shopping and food truck fare.
An indoor holiday market fills the heated Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling handmade candles, jewelry, soaps, lotions, home decor, and Christmas decor. Free admission and parking make it an easy stop for family gift shopping and local makers.
An indoor holiday market fills the heated Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling handmade candles, jewelry, soaps, lotions, home decor, and Christmas decor. Free admission and parking make it an easy stop for family gift shopping and local makers.
An indoor holiday market fills the heated Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling handmade candles, jewelry, soaps, lotions, home decor, and Christmas decor. Free admission and parking make it an easy stop for family gift shopping and local makers.
A sweeping visual archive gathers all 341 original portraits from the 2008 documentary, tracing Asheville’s people and history through intimate faces, community memory, and generations of local life.
A sweeping visual archive gathers all 341 original portraits from the 2008 documentary, tracing Asheville’s people and history through intimate faces, community memory, and generations of local life.
A sweeping visual archive gathers all 341 original portraits from the 2008 documentary, tracing Asheville’s people and history through intimate faces, community memory, and generations of local life.
A festive community theater production that leans into warm holiday nostalgia with seasonal storytelling and stage spectacle. Ideal for a cozy December night out centered on local performers and shared holiday cheer.
A festive community theater production that leans into warm holiday nostalgia with seasonal storytelling and stage spectacle. Ideal for a cozy December night out centered on local performers and shared holiday cheer.
A festive community theater production that leans into warm holiday nostalgia with seasonal storytelling and stage spectacle. Ideal for a cozy December night out centered on local performers and shared holiday cheer.
Browse local vendors for handmade gifts, cozy candles, seasonal décor, self-care favorites, and autumn treats. A family-friendly weekend market brings creative shopping and fall vibes to Asheville.
Browse local vendors for handmade gifts, cozy candles, seasonal décor, self-care favorites, and autumn treats. A family-friendly weekend market brings creative shopping and fall vibes to Asheville.
Browse local vendors for handmade gifts, cozy candles, seasonal décor, self-care favorites, and autumn treats. A family-friendly weekend market brings creative shopping and fall vibes to Asheville.
A festive downtown celebration centers on Asheville’s annual holiday tree lighting, with a Southern Highland Craft Guild market, evening entertainment, festive drinks, and traditions for the whole family.
A festive downtown celebration centers on Asheville’s annual holiday tree lighting, with a Southern Highland Craft Guild market, evening entertainment, festive drinks, and traditions for the whole family.
A festive downtown celebration centers on Asheville’s annual holiday tree lighting, with a Southern Highland Craft Guild market, evening entertainment, festive drinks, and traditions for the whole family.
Browse a fall harvest craft market with vendor stalls and seasonal shopping. Discover handmade goods and gifts while connecting with local makers in a community market setting.
Browse a fall harvest craft market with vendor stalls and seasonal shopping. Discover handmade goods and gifts while connecting with local makers in a community market setting.
Browse a fall harvest craft market with vendor stalls and seasonal shopping. Discover handmade goods and gifts while connecting with local makers in a community market setting.
Browse a seasonal market for holiday shopping and gift ideas, with a festive community atmosphere at FIRSTwnc.
Browse a seasonal market for holiday shopping and gift ideas, with a festive community atmosphere at FIRSTwnc.
Browse a seasonal market for holiday shopping and gift ideas, with a festive community atmosphere at FIRSTwnc.
Make holiday memories by hand while crafting personal seasonal ornaments in a community gathering centered on creativity, festive tradition, and handmade decorations for the winter season.
Make holiday memories by hand while crafting personal seasonal ornaments in a community gathering centered on creativity, festive tradition, and handmade decorations for the winter season.
Make holiday memories by hand while crafting personal seasonal ornaments in a community gathering centered on creativity, festive tradition, and handmade decorations for the winter season.
Explore art exhibitions and museum galleries with complimentary daily admission for Bank of America debit or credit cardholders. The monthly offer provides a budget-friendly way to experience Asheville’s visual arts scene.
Explore art exhibitions and museum galleries with complimentary daily admission for Bank of America debit or credit cardholders. The monthly offer provides a budget-friendly way to experience Asheville’s visual arts scene.
Explore art exhibitions and museum galleries with complimentary daily admission for Bank of America debit or credit cardholders. The monthly offer provides a budget-friendly way to experience Asheville’s visual arts scene.
Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive, educator-led museum tour, with context and conversation from volunteer guides or Museum staff. No reservations are needed.
Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive, educator-led museum tour, with context and conversation from volunteer guides or Museum staff. No reservations are needed.
Explore a current featured exhibition through an interactive, educator-led museum tour, with context and conversation from volunteer guides or Museum staff. No reservations are needed.
An after-hours Friendsgiving gathering blends shared food and drinks with art, music, and community connection in a lively cultural-center setting. Settle in for a warm, festive evening among friends in downtown Asheville.
An after-hours Friendsgiving gathering blends shared food and drinks with art, music, and community connection in a lively cultural-center setting. Settle in for a warm, festive evening among friends in downtown Asheville.
An after-hours Friendsgiving gathering blends shared food and drinks with art, music, and community connection in a lively cultural-center setting. Settle in for a warm, festive evening among friends in downtown Asheville.
Browse rotating Guild artists’ one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts, from traditional Southern Appalachian folk art to distinctive holiday finds. A seasonal market brings regional makers and discounted craft shopping together.
Browse rotating Guild artists’ one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts, from traditional Southern Appalachian folk art to distinctive holiday finds. A seasonal market brings regional makers and discounted craft shopping together.
Browse rotating Guild artists’ one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts, from traditional Southern Appalachian folk art to distinctive holiday finds. A seasonal market brings regional makers and discounted craft shopping together.
RADFest
MoreA celebration of Asheville’s River Arts District brings local creativity and neighborhood culture into focus, connecting visitors with the area’s vibrant community of artists and makers.
A celebration of Asheville’s River Arts District brings local creativity and neighborhood culture into focus, connecting visitors with the area’s vibrant community of artists and makers.
A celebration of Asheville’s River Arts District brings local creativity and neighborhood culture into focus, connecting visitors with the area’s vibrant community of artists and makers.
Holiday Parade
MoreBright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local vendor stalls, and seasonal cheer along the parade route.
Bright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local vendor stalls, and seasonal cheer along the parade route.
Bright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local vendor stalls, and seasonal cheer along the parade route.
Browse original work by local artists during downtown Asheville’s First Friday Art Walk, with a glass of wine and an inviting gallery atmosphere for discovery and creative community connection.
Browse original work by local artists during downtown Asheville’s First Friday Art Walk, with a glass of wine and an inviting gallery atmosphere for discovery and creative community connection.
Browse original work by local artists during downtown Asheville’s First Friday Art Walk, with a glass of wine and an inviting gallery atmosphere for discovery and creative community connection.