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- Thomas Wolfe Memorial. Even if you don't know anything about Thomas Wolfe, the sprawling 29-room Thomas Wolfe House(in pic above) and its history is very fascinating.
- Vance Birthplace State Historic Site. Explore this pioneer farmstead about 12 miles north of downtown Asheville. It is the birthplace of Zebulon Baird Vance, the 37th and 43rd Governor of North Carolina, and U.S. Senator in the mid 1800s.
- Smith-McDowell House. Just a few miles from Biltmore Estate is the first mansion and oldest house in Asheville. The Smith-McDowell Housenow also serves as the local history museum with a variety of exhibits and period furnishings.
- Shelton House. This 1875 plantation-style house is now home to the NC Museum of Handicrafts. Located in downtown Waynesville, it's open May-October. Your guided tour takes you through many rooms packed with creations by artists and designers from our state.
- Best Christmas Events in Asheville
- Where to See Christmas Lights
- Top Christmas Tree Farms
- Outdoor Winter Activities
- Where to Shop For Gifts
- Where to Eat on Christmas Eve & Day
- Christmas Church Services
- Where to Stay in Asheville For The Holidays
Asheville hosts dazzling seasonal events and festivals. Just a few showstoppers to add to your Christmas itinerary include: 1. Christmas at Biltmore (November 3rd, 2023 to January 6/7th, 2024) – Attend Biltmore’s Daytime Celebration by touring all of the trees, ribbons, lights, and holiday decor, including Antler Hill Village. Or, experience the ma...
Seeing the colorful light displays is truly one of the best things to do in Asheville at Christmas. Along with Winter Lights, these are the easiest places to see holiday light displays in and around Ashevilleand Western North Carolina: 1. Winter Lights– As noted above, The NC Arboretum hosts an annual Winter Lights Festival filled with holiday ligh...
Whether you want to choose your Christmas tree or even cut it down, these are the most popular Asheville Christmas tree farms. Many are around Maggie Valley and Cherokee: 1. Sandy Hollar Tree Farm(Leicester; 40-minute drive) – Find Choose & Cut trees, wreaths, hayrides, and a Christmas store. Roast marshmallows by the firepit with hot chocolate. 2....
If you are spending Christmas in Asheville and craving all things mountains, we highly recommend taking advantage of all of the great winter sports and outdoor activities. A few of our top picks include: 1. Winter Hiking– While parts of the Blue Ridge Parkway may start to close due to weather, there are still plenty of great winter hiking trails ar...
We offer a helpful Asheville shopping guidefilled with our favorite stores, boutiques, and more. However, if you need a few quick ideas, head to Downtown Asheville and the Historic Grove Arcade for all of your Asheville Christmas shopping. Our top places to look for gifts in Asheville include: 1. River Arts District (artist studios and shops)– One ...
One of the most popular Asheville Christmas activities includes Christmas Eve dinner at a gorgeous restaurant or Christmas Day brunch. Below, these are restaurants that are typically open around Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day. However, please double-check all restaurants for hours, special menus, and reservations. Make reservations as soon as y...
Don’t miss the beautiful churches in Asheville for Christmas services. If you are heading to church, we suggest: 1. First Baptist Church(Downtown Asheville) – Carols, candlelight, and Communion 2. Central United Methodist Church(Downtown Asheville) – Three Christmas Eve services 3. Basilica Of Saint St. Lawrence Catholic Church(Downtown Asheville)
Hotels and Bed & Breakfasts book up quickly in Asheville during peak holiday seasons. Make your reservations ASAP. We highly suggest looking around the Historic Montford Districtfor quaint B&Bs, perfect for spending Christmas in Asheville. You’ll even catch more holiday decorations and lights. More places to stay in Asheville that we recommend incl...
Oct 13, 2023 · 2023-2024 Christmas at Biltmore Dates: Nov. 3, 2023-Jan. 7, 2024. Welcome the holiday season in style with Christmas at Biltmore -- a two-month holiday celebration featuring incredible decorations, live music and special candlelight evening experiences.
Wrap yourself in the magic of this most beloved of holiday traditions: Christmas at Biltmore. Select ticket options include Chihuly at Biltmore and FREE next-day grounds access. Candelight Christmas Evenings. A majestic Norway spruce and pathway luminaries welcome you to America’s Largest Home®.
- Biltmore Estate Christmas. 1 Lodge St, Asheville NC • (800) 411-3812. Official Website. If you’re planning to spend Christmas in Asheville, experiencing Christmas at the Biltmore is a bucket list item that proves well worth the admittedly pricy investment (2023 tickets range from $105 to $400+).
- Explore Antler Hill Village. 225 Winery Rd, Asheville NC • (800) 411-3812. Official Website. If visiting the Biltmore Estate is part of your Asheville NC Christmas plans, Antler Hill Village is a great place to spend some time before or after your tour.
- National Gingerbread Competition at Omni Grove Park Inn. 290 Macon Ave, Asheville NC • (800) 438-5800. Official Website. One of the most popular Christmas activities in Asheville, North Carolina, the National Gingerbread Competition at the Omni Grove Park Inn is celebrating its 31st year and is still going strong in 2023.
- Winter Lights at NC Arboretum. 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville NC • (828) 665-2492. Official Website. Second only to the Biltmore among the best places to see Asheville Christmas lights, seeing Winter Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum is one of our favorite things to do in Asheville NC in winter.
Experience the magic of a Vanderbilt Christmas at the ornately decorated Biltmore House as you learn about turn-of-the-century traditions, and explore the charming city of Asheville.
Sep 21, 2023 · Tucked in the mountains of North Carolina, Asheville is a top travel destination in North Carolina and is even more charming in the winter. Its scenic landscape, rich culture, and bustling downtown come together to create a “must stop” Christmastime destination.
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