GO: Grove Park Inn 2025 National Gingerbread House Competition
“Each holiday season, the Omni Grove Park Inn transforms into a festive wonderland for its iconic National Gingerbread House Competition. Bakers from across the country bring their most creative, all-edible masterpieces! It’s one of Asheville’s most beloved traditions — and a must-see each winter.”
The Omni Grove Park Inn | 290 Macon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
Mon. - Thur. | 10 M - 9 PM & Sun. | 6 PM - 9 PM
On display through January 4th
EAT: Local 4 Local - Local restaurants giving back to our community
Here’s a list of local restaurants and eateries participating in our Home for the Holidays Fundraiser! Every donation they’ve made goes directly to support our five partnered nonprofits. Grabbing a bite this weekend? Visit one of these incredible community-minded spots and show your support!
Huli Sue’s, Trout Lily Market, Corner Kitchen, Strada, Tall John’s, Doc Brown’s, Peri Social House, Mother, High Five Coffee, Hole Donuts, Flour, The Hop, Dripolater, Quench Wine Bistro, Appalachian Mountain Brewery, Day Trip, Haywood Common, 828 Pizzeria, Blue Mountain Pizza, Papa Johns, Wicked Weed, Jeremiah’s Italian Ice
To learn more about our upcoming fundraiser aboutwww.townandmountain.com/ashevillefundraiser/
DRINK: Cats vs Dogs Donation Drive for Asheville Humane Society
“Bring in items for either cats or dogs to donate to Asheville Humane Society. $1 from each pint of a specialty beer will go toward Asheville Humane Society as well.”
Greenman Brewery | 27 Buxton Ave., Asheville, NC 28801
Sunday, November 30th | 12 PM - 4 PM
LISTEN: The Inaugural Asheville Juke Joint Homecoming Party
Enjoy an evening of live music, featuring Drunken Prayer, Unholy Trio and Los Gun Show.The event will host a live auction and will be raising funds for Equal Plates Project!
The Grey Eagle | 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, November 29th | 7 PM
ARTS: Holiday Ornament Sale & Cookie Party
“Ramp up your holiday cheer at the Odyssey Holiday Ornament Sale & Cookie Party in Asheville's River Arts District! Browse the work of over 40 ceramic artists in the Odyssey Co-Op Gallery & Studios, and pick up a few unique, locally-made ornaments for your Christmas tree!”
Odyssey Gallery of Ceramic Arts | 238 Clingman Ave Ext, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, November 29th | 1 PM - 3 PM
VOLUNTEER: Share the Warmth with Mast General Store and Columbia
“Check your closet for coats and jackets “looking” for a new home. Mast Store is working with local organizations to give your old jacket a new purpose as someone else’s favorite jacket. Donated coats will remain in your home community to help your neighbors stay warm.”
Drop off at any Mast General Store
Mast General Store Asheville | 15 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Drop of through Sunday, November 30th
COMMUNITY: Grove Arcade Holiday Tree Lighting Block Party
“Annual tree lighting block party that features an all-day Holiday Market, an outdoor DJ, live band music, photo-ops and meet and greets with Santa Claus, an outdoor pop-up bar, a performance from Asheville Ballet and more.”
Grove Arcade | 1 Page Ave., Asheville 28801
Saturday, November 29th | 12 PM - 9 PM