Festivals

Cloggers circle up on the Belk Stage at Mountain Heritage Day.

Photograph by Mark Haskett @ Western Carolina University

Bele Chere -- Bele Chere is the largest street festival in Western North Carolina. Held annually in Asheville during late July, the festival lasts for three days and attracts around 100,000 people. Entry is free of charge, all you pay for is what you want. Great food of all kinds, live music, and plenty of entertainment come together to bring this celebration to life.

Folkmoot -- Dancers from all across the world converge in Western North Carolina for almost two full weeks during the Summer to show off their steps. Performances occur nightly in various locations and tickets are always easy to purchase.

Mountain Heritage Day -- This yearly cultural event is held on the last Saturday of September at Western Carolina University. Here mountain crafts, music, and food meet fun and games for the entire family. From antique car shows to baking contests, face painting to sack races, Indian fry bread to banjo playing, Mountain Heritage Day has it all.

Other Places To Go:

Cherokee Fall Festival -- Festival held in downtown Cherokee to celebrate the coming of fall.

Dillsboro Luminare -- Christmas holiday festival with caroling, hot apple cider, and local crafts.

Greek Festival -- Celebration held in October by the Asheville Greek community in the downtown area with music, crafts, and food.

Honda Hoot -- Yearly motorcycle rally in Asheville where the enthusiast will find clothing, bike detailing, vendor exibitions, and demo bikes geared toward the Honda rider.

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