 | Asheville Film Festival  | |
| Annual four-day festival showcasing WNC as a strong film location. |
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| | Bele Chere | |
| Asheville's biggest festival, and the biggest free music festival in the South. Admission is free. Come for the music, stay for the food, arts and crafts, and more. |
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| | Brewgrass | |
| Over 30 American breweries (including many local ones) showcasing their brews with a backdrop of national and regional bluegrass music. Admission isn't cheap, but once you get in, you've got great (free) beer and great music all day long. Get your tickets early because it sells out every year. |
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| | Carolina Mountain Ribfest | |
| Top notch barbecue vendors from around the country serve up ribs, chicken, brisket, and pulled pork as well as dessert. |
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| | Downtown After Five | |
| Free live music and entertainment in downtown Asheville. |
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| | GoomBay | |
| Caribbean food, steel drums, African dancers, and more. |
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| | HardLox | |
| Annual festival that celebrates typical Jewish food, history, and traditions. |
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| | Lake Eden Arts Festival | |
| Offers a variety of music including blues, folk, celtic, bluegrass, and gospel every October. Also offers folk arts, poetry, handcrafts, healing arts, kids activities, and more. |
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| | Laugh Your Asheville Off Comedy Festival | |
| Largest stand-up comedy festival in the southeast. |
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| | Lexington Avenue Arts and Fun Festival | |
| Free admission for local entertainment, art, and food. You've heard that Asheville is weird - this is the day that proves it. |
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