Top Places to See Holiday Lights in Asheville, NC

Asheville Sparkles for the Holidays

Downtown Asheville

Holiday magic in the mountains

Forge Lasting Holiday Traditions in Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina, celebrates the holiday season with a unique sparkle that you won't find elsewhere. From the classic opulence of Christmas at Biltmore to the sweet tradition of the National Gingerbread House Competition at The Omni Grove Park Inn and the after-dark wonderland that is the Winter Lights at the N.C. Arboretum, our Blue Ridge Mountain town is the perfect base camp for your holiday celebration.

Find that perfect gift when holiday shopping at independent boutiques and galleries in downtown Asheville and beyond, savor warm and hearty meals at award-winning restaurants, and take in the picturesque winter views of the surrounding mountains. With classic holiday light displays, captivating theater performances, and a host of family-friendly activities, Asheville promises an unforgettable holiday experience that blends the magic of the mountains with the magic of the season.

Santa at the Asheville Drum Circle

8 Ways To Experience the Holidays in Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina brings all the sparkle—and gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain views—to your holiday season this year with festive ways to play, indulge and get away from it all.

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George Vanderbilt's Library at Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC decorated for Christmas

Your Guide to Christmas at Biltmore

America’s largest home transforms each holiday season for an awe-inspiring tradition in Asheville, N.C. that dates back more than 120 years.

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