
Evening Reception: A Few of Our Favorite Things 2026
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.
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A festive holiday shopping night centered on handmade glass ornaments and seasonal decor inside a working glass studio and gallery. Browse giftable art pieces from local makers in a warm, twinkly winter market vibe.

A festive holiday shopping night centered on handmade glass ornaments and seasonal decor inside a working glass studio and gallery. Browse giftable art pieces from local makers in a warm, twinkly winter market vibe.
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Festive sip-and-shop evening inside a gallery setting with holiday gifts, local artisan vendors, and browseable art displays. Casual strolling vibe designed for seasonal shopping with a drink in hand and easy conversation.

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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.
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Browse one-of-a-kind handmade gifts, meet local makers, and sip warm wassail amid a festive celebration of community creativity, with an opportunity to stay for a sound experience.
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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.

Browse a festive Christmas market for seasonal gifts and holiday finds in a community shopping setting. A cheerful stop for discovering local vendors and adding a little Christmas spirit to the season.

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Browse a festive Christmas market for seasonal gifts and holiday finds in a community shopping setting. A cheerful stop for discovering local vendors and adding a little Christmas spirit to the season.

Browse work from more than 20 local artists and vendors as Chalwa’s Appalachian reggae brings relaxed rhythms to an autumn evening of holiday shopping and community.

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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.

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A festive holiday-season fundraiser pairs heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks with live music, storewide savings, and seasonal shopping amid Christmas décor, supporting a local cause.

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Browse locally made pottery, jewelry, clothing, botanical tinctures and salves, home décor, and nature-inspired art in a thoughtfully curated, earth-friendly shopping experience supporting community makers.

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Browse distinctive fine jewelry and discontinued designs discounted 40–60% during a three-day holiday studio sale. Shop in person or arrange a weekday appointment in December.
Browse distinctive fine jewelry and discontinued designs discounted 40–60% during a three-day holiday studio sale. Shop in person or arrange a weekday appointment in December.
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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.

Browse handmade crafts, homemade goods, seasonal decorations, and gift ideas from more than 40 vendors. Shop for raffle and door prizes, with hot dogs, hamburgers, and soft drinks available.

Browse handmade crafts, homemade goods, seasonal decorations, and gift ideas from more than 40 vendors. Shop for raffle and door prizes, with hot dogs, hamburgers, and soft drinks available.
Browse handmade crafts, homemade goods, seasonal decorations, and gift ideas from more than 40 vendors. Shop for raffle and door prizes, with hot dogs, hamburgers, and soft drinks available.

Paint, pastels, vintage ephemera, and surprise materials become small, personal art stories on wood panels in an easygoing, hands-on creative session—keepsakes for marking milestones or thoughtful gifts.

Paint, pastels, vintage ephemera, and surprise materials become small, personal art stories on wood panels in an easygoing, hands-on creative session—keepsakes for marking milestones or thoughtful gifts.
Paint, pastels, vintage ephemera, and surprise materials become small, personal art stories on wood panels in an easygoing, hands-on creative session—keepsakes for marking milestones or thoughtful gifts.

Handmade game sets and playful objects crafted by master makers fill a gallery-style exhibit with fine woodworking, meticulous detailing, and tactile design. A maker-focused showcase blending functional art, craft tradition, and collectible craftsmanship.

Handmade game sets and playful objects crafted by master makers fill a gallery-style exhibit with fine woodworking, meticulous detailing, and tactile design. A maker-focused showcase blending functional art, craft tradition, and collectible craftsmanship.
Handmade game sets and playful objects crafted by master makers fill a gallery-style exhibit with fine woodworking, meticulous detailing, and tactile design. A maker-focused showcase blending functional art, craft tradition, and collectible craftsmanship.
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Browse books and thoughtful gift finds for every age and interest at this festive community sale, with a relaxed library setting for discovering presents and seasonal reads.
Browse books and thoughtful gift finds for every age and interest at this festive community sale, with a relaxed library setting for discovering presents and seasonal reads.

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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.
