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Festivals in Asheville, NC.
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June 21, 2025

smokymountainyogafest.com

(727) 871-1693
Folkmoot USA Campus - Waynesville, NC

Starting at 10am, June 21st, we will host fitness classes, workshops, wisdom and wellness talks, live music and entertainment, Vendor Village with dozens of local artists, artisans and wellness related products, as well as a variety of delicious food and beverage options, a children's activity area, all culminating with a dynamic Closing Ceremony at 8pm. This will be an indoor and outdoor event with classes and entertainment on The Green, Vendor Village, Food Truck Park and Imagination Station outdoors with educational workshops, demonstrations, artists galleries, a mocktail bar and restrooms inside the Folkmoot Friendship Center.

August 1 - 2, 2025

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

(800) 830-3976
Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park - Cary, NC

Get ready to enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by - Beer, Bourbon and Lots of BBQ. Join us for a great day of of beer sippin', bourbon tastin', music listenin', cigar smokin', and barbeque eatin'. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE sampling of beer and bourbon. It's a Southern Fried Good Time!

August 23, 2025

tacosntaps.com

(800) 830-3976
Ballantyne's Backyard - Charlotte, NC

Put on your party sombrero! This festival will take you South of the Border for some foodie fun. This ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE beer & tequila festival offers up some of the area's best Tacos and Mexican Food...along with great live music, margaritas, pinata punching, contests and many other surprises. This NACHO average taco festival. Dueling Margarita Bars. The festival will feature over 15 Taco Trucks, Taquerias and Mexican Restaurants with over 30 different types of tacos. Mariachi Bands and Live Music will make your day Super Spicy! Shop many exhibits.

September 6, 2025

winstonsalem.beerandbourbon.com

(800) 830-3976
Winston-Salem Fairgrounds - Winston-Salem, NC

Winston-Salem is the Spot for…GRILLS GONE WILD! Get ready Winston-Salem! We are bringing the East Coast's Favorite BBQ festival to the Twin City for the First Time Ever, and we are going WILD!!! THE BIGGEST, BADDEST, BONE-IN, BBQ Fest is Coming At You!!! This flavorful affair offers up all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbecue, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass, and Smoked Beasts! It's a great day of beer sippin', bourbon tastin', music listenin', cigar smokin', and barbecue eatin'. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE sampling of beer and bourbon.

September 13, 2025

whiskeywinefire.com

(800) 830-3976
Koka Booth Amphitheatre - Cary, NC

An elegant evening in the Pines - this exclusive foodie celebration will feature: Whiskey Bars, Elegant Wines & Cocktails, great music, tented Food Stations, Food Trucks & Restaurants and Bonfires throughout. Relax around the fire gardens and enjoy an inspired take on fire-kissed bbq, specialty grilling and drink pairings. Enjoy the firebreathers and artists set the night ablaze. Please dress appropriately, the event is outdoors. Souvenir glass to taste Whiskeys & Wines and Food Galore! Enjoy great bbq, grilled meat selections and other goodies...Food Trucks, plus a S'mores station! Enjoy seminars. Listen to live music and shop!

September 20, 2025

greensboropride.org

(336) 355-7016
LeBauer Park, Downtown - Greensboro, NC

Join us for the 2025 Greensboro Pride Festival on September 20, 2025, as we take over beautiful downtown Greensboro, NC, with our biggest event yet! With an annual attendance of 60,000+, we've doubled our footprint to welcome over 400 vendors and even more festival-goers for a day filled with live entertainment, incredible shopping, delicious food, children's activities, and vibrant community connections. Whether you're an attendee looking for an unforgettable experience or a vendor eager to showcase your business to a diverse and engaged audience, this is the place to be! Don't miss your chance to celebrate love, inclusivity, and pride.

September 27, 2025

charlotte.uncorkthefun.com

(800) 830-3976
Symphony Park @ South Park Mall - Charlotte, NC

Welcome to the revolution! This year we are going to offer not only NC wineries, but other local, National and International wines along with beer and spirits for you to taste. This 18th Annual Celebration is Charlotte's premier casual wine tasting with HUNDREDS of wines available for tasting. Take your souvenir tasting glass as you enter the festival and stroll from tent to tent and table to table tasting and sampling the rich heritage of North Carolina vines. As you sip and savor the afternoon, relax in the beautiful setting of the Symphony Park at South Park Mall. Round out the day with shopping, live music and great food!

October 16 - 19, 2025

theleaf.org

(828) 686-8742
Camp Rockmont / Lake Eden Events - Black Mountain, NC

Join us at LEAF Global Arts Festival to connect to the world and each other through cultural exploration, live music, dance, performance arts, healing arts, workshops, nature, and more. Our year-long theme, World Changers, is a call to art and activism that can be seen, felt, and heard . The intergenerational, family-friendly gathering transforms lives, strengthens community, and fosters unity through the wonder of creativity, inclusivity, and shared joy.

October 18, 2025

lincolncountyapplefestival.com

(704) 530-4636
Downtown - Lincolnton, NC

9 blocks of Main Street is arts and crafts, fair food, music, kids area, farmer's market, local businesses, and non-profits.

October 18, 2025

randlemanchamber.com

(336) 495-1100
Downtown - Randleman, NC

NASCAR Day Festival/Racin to Randleman Car Show covers approx 1-mile area of Main Street and Commerce Square Park in the hometown of the "King" of NASCAR Richard Petty and the Petty Family. Randleman is home to 4 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductees. Petty Fan Club meets at the Petty Museum and the Victory Junction Camp built by the Petty family for children with chronic and life-threatening illnesses is also located in Randleman. Food, fun, arts, crafts, music, car show, and more all in Randleman, NC. Three stages of bands. The dinosaur expo will return again this year. Most of the proceeds from the car show go to support 3 area nonprofit projects

October 24 - 26, 2025

MadeInTheSouthShows.com

This is a VIP Promoter
(704) 847-9480
Cabarras Arena & Events Center - Concord, NC

Christmas Made in the South is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople vibrant. Exhibitors will be there all three days demonstrating and selling their handcrafted works, Santa's elves hard at work.

October 25, 2025

Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival

(800) 830-3976
Ballantyne's Backyard - Charlotte, NC

An elegant evening in the field - this exclusive foodie celebration will feature: Whiskey Bars, Elegant Wines & Cocktails, great music, tented Food Stations, Food Trucks & Restaurants and Bonfires throughout. Relax around the fire gardens and enjoy an inspired take on fire-kissed bbq, specialty grilling and drink pairings. Enjoy the firebreathers and artists set the night ablaze. Please dress appropriately, the event is outdoors. Souvenir glass to taste Whiskeys & Wines and Food Galore! Enjoy great bbq, grilled meat selections and other goodies...Food Trucks, plus a S'mores station! Enjoy seminars. Listen to live music and shop.

November 22 - 23, 2025

seagrovepotteryfestival.com

(919) 418-7555
Seagrove Elementary Schoool - Seagrove, NC

The annual Seagrove Pottery Festival has been named a top 20 event in the Southeast. This is the time of the year that most of the Seagrove area potters and Potters from the mountains to the coast come together in one location to sell their wares. The festival emphasizes handmade pottery and traditional crafts. Demonstrations both days. Held annually on the weekend before Thanksgiving.

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Events in Asheville, NC — upcoming

June 7 - 21, 2025

Ooh La La Curiosity Market - June

Pritchard Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 4/24/2025

A Craft Show organized by Ooh La La Curiosity Market.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
June 3 - 24, 2025

West Asheville Tailgate Market - June

West Asheville Tailgate Market, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 4/11/2025

A Farmers Market organized by West Asheville Tailgate Market.
This North Carolina Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and no food booths.
June 14 - 28, 2025

Asheville Art in the Park - June

Pack Square, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 2/3/2025

A Craft Show organized by Muddy Knees.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include handmade craft vending only.
July 5 - 19, 2025

Ooh La La Curiosity Market - July

Pritchard Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 5/20/2025

A Craft Show organized by Ooh La La Curiosity Market.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat closed, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat 10am-4pm.
July 17 - 20, 2025

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands

Harrahs Cherokee Center, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 5/31/2025

An Art Show organized by Southern Highland Craft Guild.
This North Carolina Art Show will have fine craft exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $12.
July 17 - 20, 2025

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands - July

Harrahs Cherokee Center, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

An Art Show organized by Southern Highland Craft Guild.
This North Carolina Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $12. This event will also include: demonstrating crafters, children's workshops.
July 1 - 29, 2025

West Asheville Tailgate Market - July

West Asheville Tailgate Market, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 5/9/2025

A Farmers Market organized by West Asheville Tailgate Market.
This North Carolina Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and no food booths.
July 31 - August 2, 2025

Mountain Dance and Folk Festival

Asheville High School Auditorium, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 2/11/2025

A Festival Concert organized by Folk Heritage Committee.
This North Carolina Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $5 - $55. This event will also include: youth talent celebration, aug. 2, 2:00-4:00
April 18 - August 15, 2025

Asheville Downtown After Five

Downtown, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 3/25/2025

A Festival Concert organized by Asheville Downtown Association.
This North Carolina Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
July 5 - August 23, 2025

Shindig on the Green

Pack Square Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 2/11/2025

A Festival organized by Folk Heritage Committee.
This North Carolina Festival will have no exhibit booths and 1 food booth. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be .
August 5 - 26, 2025

West Asheville Tailgate Market - August

West Asheville Tailgate Market, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

A Farmers Market organized by West Asheville Tailgate Market.
This North Carolina Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and no food booths.
Ooh La La Curiosity Market - August
August 2025 (dates not updated)

Ooh La La Curiosity Market - August

Pritchard Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/5/2024

A Craft Show organized by Ooh La La Curiosity Market.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat closed, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat closed, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat 10am-4pm.
September 5 - 7, 2025

Goombay Festival

Pack Square | Reuter Terrace | Roger McGuire Green, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/4/2025

An Ethnic Festival organized by YMI Cultural Center.
This North Carolina Ethnic Festival will have corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-6pm. This event will also include african american/caribbean cultural activities.
Ooh La La Curiosity Market - September
September 2025 (dates not updated)

Ooh La La Curiosity Market - September

Pritchard Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/5/2024

A Craft Show organized by Ooh La La Curiosity Market.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat closed, Sun closed, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat 10am-4pm.
Blue Ridge Pride Festival
September 2025 (dates not updated)

Blue Ridge Pride Festival

Pack Square Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 7/17/2024

A Festival organized by Blue Ridge Pride Center, Inc..
This North Carolina Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-7pm.
September 2 - 30, 2025

West Asheville Tailgate Market - September

West Asheville Tailgate Market, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

A Farmers Market organized by West Asheville Tailgate Market.
This North Carolina Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and no food booths.
October 4 - 18, 2025

Asheville Art in the Park - October

Pack Square, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 2/3/2025

A Craft Show organized by Muddy Knees.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include handmade craft vending.
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
October 2025 (dates not updated)

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands

Harrahs Cherokee Center, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 5/8/2024

An Art Show organized by Southern Highland Craft Guild.
This North Carolina Art Show will have fine craft exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $12.
Ooh La La Curiosity Market - October
October 2025 (dates not updated)

Ooh La La Curiosity Market - October

Pritchard Park, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 8/8/2024

A Craft Show organized by Ooh La La Curiosity Market.
This North Carolina Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
October 7 - 28, 2025

West Asheville Tailgate Market - October

West Asheville Tailgate Market, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

A Farmers Market organized by West Asheville Tailgate Market.
This North Carolina Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and no food booths.
Newsong Showcase & Contest
November 2025 (dates not updated)

Newsong Showcase & Contest

Citizen Vinyl, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 10/30/2024

A Festival Concert organized by Newsong, LLC.
This North Carolina Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 6pm-11:30pm. Admission tickets are $30 - $100. This event will also include newsong contest for songwriters.
November 4 - 25, 2025

West Asheville Tailgate Market - November

West Asheville Tailgate Market, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

A Farmers Market organized by West Asheville Tailgate Market.
This North Carolina Farmers Market will have homegrown products exhibitors and no food booths.
The Big Crafty
December 2025 (dates not updated)

The Big Crafty

Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 9/25/2024

An Indie Show organized by The Big Crafty.
This North Carolina Indie Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
Bluegrass First Class
February 2026 (dates not updated)

Bluegrass First Class

Crown Plaza Resort, Asheville, NC

Status: Updated 11/12/2024

A Bluegrass Festival organized by MRH Productions.
This North Carolina Bluegrass Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 2 stages with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 12pm-12 midnight; Sun 9am-12pm. Admission tickets are $65 - $210. This event will also include: vendor market, workshops & jam sessions.