
The Craft Fairs of the Southern Highlands
Nationally recognized juried craft fair showcasing handmade pottery, textiles, woodwork, and jewelry by regional artisans in an indoor convention-center setting, ideal for collectors and shoppers seeking high-quality Appalachian craft.
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Nationally recognized, multi-day craft fair bringing regional artisans and handmade goods to an indoor convention hall; shoppers browse pottery, textiles, jewelry, and woodwork across hundreds of vendor stalls.

Nationally recognized, multi-day craft fair bringing regional artisans and handmade goods to an indoor convention hall; shoppers browse pottery, textiles, jewelry, and woodwork across hundreds of vendor stalls.
Nationally recognized, multi-day craft fair bringing regional artisans and handmade goods to an indoor convention hall; shoppers browse pottery, textiles, jewelry, and woodwork across hundreds of vendor stalls.

A large-scale handmade market packed with local makers and indie artists selling ceramics, prints, jewelry, and small-batch goods. Browse vendor booths in a bustling convention-center setting and stock up on unique gifts.

A large-scale handmade market packed with local makers and indie artists selling ceramics, prints, jewelry, and small-batch goods. Browse vendor booths in a bustling convention-center setting and stock up on unique gifts.
A large-scale handmade market packed with local makers and indie artists selling ceramics, prints, jewelry, and small-batch goods. Browse vendor booths in a bustling convention-center setting and stock up on unique gifts.

Browse local vendors offering artisan goods, seasonal produce, and handmade crafts in a cozy winter market atmosphere. Afternoon shopping and community mingling spotlight small batch finds from area makers.

Browse local vendors offering artisan goods, seasonal produce, and handmade crafts in a cozy winter market atmosphere. Afternoon shopping and community mingling spotlight small batch finds from area makers.
Browse local vendors offering artisan goods, seasonal produce, and handmade crafts in a cozy winter market atmosphere. Afternoon shopping and community mingling spotlight small batch finds from area makers.

A two day Mother’s Day shopping market packed with local craft vendors, thoughtful gift finds, and sweet treats. Browse and buy from small makers in a lively community setup at an outdoor outlet mall.

A two day Mother’s Day shopping market packed with local craft vendors, thoughtful gift finds, and sweet treats. Browse and buy from small makers in a lively community setup at an outdoor outlet mall.
A two day Mother’s Day shopping market packed with local craft vendors, thoughtful gift finds, and sweet treats. Browse and buy from small makers in a lively community setup at an outdoor outlet mall.

Competitive routines from studios across three states converge for a multi-day judged showcase of solos, duets, and team numbers in a downtown auditorium, featuring high-energy choreography, theatrical lighting, and awards presentations.

Competitive routines from studios across three states converge for a multi-day judged showcase of solos, duets, and team numbers in a downtown auditorium, featuring high-energy choreography, theatrical lighting, and awards presentations.
Competitive routines from studios across three states converge for a multi-day judged showcase of solos, duets, and team numbers in a downtown auditorium, featuring high-energy choreography, theatrical lighting, and awards presentations.

Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.

Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.
Seasonal spring plant and artisan sale in the WNC Farmers Market lower lot, featuring potted plants, garden starts, and handmade art from local growers and makers across a three day weekend schedule.

Rows of handmade quilts and fiber art fill the Davis Event Center, with judged displays, shopping from quilting and fabric vendors, and chances to meet local makers. A community-forward show for stitchers, collectors, and craft lovers.

Rows of handmade quilts and fiber art fill the Davis Event Center, with judged displays, shopping from quilting and fabric vendors, and chances to meet local makers. A community-forward show for stitchers, collectors, and craft lovers.
Rows of handmade quilts and fiber art fill the Davis Event Center, with judged displays, shopping from quilting and fabric vendors, and chances to meet local makers. A community-forward show for stitchers, collectors, and craft lovers.

Ink saturated three-day convention of custom tattooing, live tattooing stations, flash art sales, and artist booths, plus vendor shopping and studio pop-ups spotlighting local and touring tattooists.

Ink saturated three-day convention of custom tattooing, live tattooing stations, flash art sales, and artist booths, plus vendor shopping and studio pop-ups spotlighting local and touring tattooists.
Ink saturated three-day convention of custom tattooing, live tattooing stations, flash art sales, and artist booths, plus vendor shopping and studio pop-ups spotlighting local and touring tattooists.

Spring pop-up market of handmade goods from local artisans and craft vendors at 181 Reems Creek Road, offering seasonal shopping, unique gifts, and community mingling on a weekend afternoon.

Spring pop-up market of handmade goods from local artisans and craft vendors at 181 Reems Creek Road, offering seasonal shopping, unique gifts, and community mingling on a weekend afternoon.
Spring pop-up market of handmade goods from local artisans and craft vendors at 181 Reems Creek Road, offering seasonal shopping, unique gifts, and community mingling on a weekend afternoon.
Step-by-step guidance for navigating the Southern Highland Craft Guild jury process, including portfolio preparation, photographing work, and application tips for craft artists seeking admission to the Folk Art Center.
Step-by-step guidance for navigating the Southern Highland Craft Guild jury process, including portfolio preparation, photographing work, and application tips for craft artists seeking admission to the Folk Art Center.
Step-by-step guidance for navigating the Southern Highland Craft Guild jury process, including portfolio preparation, photographing work, and application tips for craft artists seeking admission to the Folk Art Center.

Bustling year round market with stalls of sun ripened produce, sourwood honey, potted plants, and handmade mountain crafts. Open daily for farm fresh fruits, vegetables, artisan goods, and community shopping.

Bustling year round market with stalls of sun ripened produce, sourwood honey, potted plants, and handmade mountain crafts. Open daily for farm fresh fruits, vegetables, artisan goods, and community shopping.
Bustling year round market with stalls of sun ripened produce, sourwood honey, potted plants, and handmade mountain crafts. Open daily for farm fresh fruits, vegetables, artisan goods, and community shopping.

Table-filled coin bourse where collectors, dealers, families, and hobbyists examine historic coins, paper currency, silver, gold, and bullion; casual enthusiasts and numismatists trade, appraise, and connect.

Table-filled coin bourse where collectors, dealers, families, and hobbyists examine historic coins, paper currency, silver, gold, and bullion; casual enthusiasts and numismatists trade, appraise, and connect.
Table-filled coin bourse where collectors, dealers, families, and hobbyists examine historic coins, paper currency, silver, gold, and bullion; casual enthusiasts and numismatists trade, appraise, and connect.

An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.

An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.
An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.

Fast paced indoor volleyball tournament across multiple courts with competitive bracket play and club teams. Expect high energy, skill focused matches over a multi day weekend schedule, suitable for spectators and athletes alike.

Fast paced indoor volleyball tournament across multiple courts with competitive bracket play and club teams. Expect high energy, skill focused matches over a multi day weekend schedule, suitable for spectators and athletes alike.
Fast paced indoor volleyball tournament across multiple courts with competitive bracket play and club teams. Expect high energy, skill focused matches over a multi day weekend schedule, suitable for spectators and athletes alike.

Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.

Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.
Seasonal summer arts festival at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center showcasing local artisans, handmade crafts, and family friendly outdoor activities that create a lively community gathering.

Springtime herb celebration with vendor stalls selling potted herbs, native plants, and artisan goods, plus hands-on gardening workshops and planting demonstrations for home gardeners and family activities.

Springtime herb celebration with vendor stalls selling potted herbs, native plants, and artisan goods, plus hands-on gardening workshops and planting demonstrations for home gardeners and family activities.
Springtime herb celebration with vendor stalls selling potted herbs, native plants, and artisan goods, plus hands-on gardening workshops and planting demonstrations for home gardeners and family activities.

High energy competitive dance event drawing regional teams from across the East Coast for adjudicated team routines, solos, and production numbers at Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville, presented in a large performing arts venue.

High energy competitive dance event drawing regional teams from across the East Coast for adjudicated team routines, solos, and production numbers at Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville, presented in a large performing arts venue.
High energy competitive dance event drawing regional teams from across the East Coast for adjudicated team routines, solos, and production numbers at Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville, presented in a large performing arts venue.

Competitive dance routines take the stage in a large auditorium setting, with judged performances spanning multiple styles and age divisions. A regional tri state contest atmosphere brings teams, solos, and spectators together for high energy showmanship.

Competitive dance routines take the stage in a large auditorium setting, with judged performances spanning multiple styles and age divisions. A regional tri state contest atmosphere brings teams, solos, and spectators together for high energy showmanship.
Competitive dance routines take the stage in a large auditorium setting, with judged performances spanning multiple styles and age divisions. A regional tri state contest atmosphere brings teams, solos, and spectators together for high energy showmanship.

High-energy competitive dance with precision choreography and age-division finals, pairing adjudicated stage performances with convention-style workshops in technique, jazz, ballet, and hip hop for regional teams.

High-energy competitive dance with precision choreography and age-division finals, pairing adjudicated stage performances with convention-style workshops in technique, jazz, ballet, and hip hop for regional teams.
High-energy competitive dance with precision choreography and age-division finals, pairing adjudicated stage performances with convention-style workshops in technique, jazz, ballet, and hip hop for regional teams.

A juried showcase of Western Carolina University undergraduate artwork presented in a professional gallery setting. Expect a curated mix of student-made pieces that highlight emerging talent and the skills of exhibiting work for a public audience.

A juried showcase of Western Carolina University undergraduate artwork presented in a professional gallery setting. Expect a curated mix of student-made pieces that highlight emerging talent and the skills of exhibiting work for a public audience.
A juried showcase of Western Carolina University undergraduate artwork presented in a professional gallery setting. Expect a curated mix of student-made pieces that highlight emerging talent and the skills of exhibiting work for a public audience.