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Upcoming Events in Hendersonville North Carolina


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Rhythm and Blues Concert Series - Rhythm & Brews Concert Series brings together live music, local craft beverages, and the community! These FREE shows take place on the third Thursday of every month from May-September, closing part of South Main Street to make room for all the fun. Local food trucks will line the street cooking delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza to barbecue. Each show begins with an opener at 5:30 p.m. followed by the headlining performance from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3216 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.hendersonvillenc.gov
Fee: Free

Street Dances - Come hear the sound of fiddles and banjos playing a wide array of toe-tapping-good mountain music. Street Dances also include square dancing led by a caller and special demonstrations by area clogging teams. Every other Monday Night, June, July, August. 7pm - 9pm. Free.

The Street Dances have been a tradition for over 100 years in Downtown Hendersonville! They began in 1918, at the end of World War I, when the city welcomed home its soldiers from the War by celebrating in the streets, and became nationally known after they were included in the guidebook Blue Ridge Music Trails, Finding A Place In The Circle, written by Fred S. Fussell.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-693-9708 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org
Fee: Free

April

27 Annual Meltdown Classic Motorcycle Show - In years past, thousands of vintage bikes, representing over a dozen classes annually gather in historic Hendersonville, NC. Wunderlich America and the Southern Appalachian Brewery team up to host the finest display of vintage motorcycles in the region! Enthusiasts from over six states enjoy the beauty and history of these timeless and remarkable machines. An event you don't want to miss! 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

- Motorcycles
- Craft Beer
- Live Music
- Food Trucks
- Entertainment

Address: Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St. , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-489-3747 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@ncmeltdown.com
Web: ncmeltdown.com/meltdown/
Fee: Free

May

9 Annual Bearfootin' Art Walk Reveal - It’s a new year, and it’s time to reveal what everyone has been waiting for. The newest crop of bears are ready to take their place on the sidewalks of downtown Hendersonville! 20 bears for this year will be revealed. Each bear will be introduced by the teams who collaborated on their design and production. Attend this event and you will have a chance to welcome them face-to-face.

Entertainment begins at 4:30 pm with live jazz. The bears will take their places throughout the district following the Reveal and will be in place until late October when the Bearfootin’ Art Auction takes place at the Historic Henderson County Courthouse square.

The Bearfootin’ Public Art Walk, which debuted in 2003, has consistently brought joy to visitors of Historic Downtown Hendersonville while raising a considerable amount of money for local charities and art in Historic Downtown. Funds from the auctions helped facilitate the artist selection process that eventually resulted in the creation of "Mountain Memory," the fountain found at the First Citizen's Bank Plaza today. We hope you'll join us to welcome our newest bears to Main in a space that they've helped create.

Address: First Citizen Bank Plaza, 6th Ave & Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Web: hendersonvillenc.gov/events/bearfootin-art-walk
Fee: Free

16NC0211010e070 - Hendersonville Rhythm and Brews Concert Series - The Rhythm and Brews Concert Series was awarded the "Best New Concert Series" in North Carolina by the North Carolina Main Street Center and it just gets better each year! Join your friends and come see what the fuss is all about, closing part of South Main Street to make room for all the fun. Local food trucks will line the street cooking delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza to barbecue. Every third Thursday of each month, May through September. Admission is free.
May 19
June 16
July 21
August 18
September 15
Music starts at 5:30 with headline acts from 7:30 to 9:30.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3205 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mfriedheim@hvlnc.gov
Web: www.hendersonvillenc.gov/downtown-hendersonville
Fee: Free

25 - 26 Annual Garden Jubilee Festival - The Garden Jubilee Festival offers over 200 vendors selling hundreds of plants, arts & crafts, garden talks & clinics, garden accessories, and food. The two-day garden & plant extravaganza features local and regional nurseries selling thousands of annuals, perennials, vegetables, herbs and hard-to-find plants. Crafters will offer distinctive garden art, and there will be handmade lawn furniture, jewelry, garden tools, planters, wind chimes, birdhouses, soaps and pottery. Visitors can also learn the latest techniques and tips from gardening experts located throughout the festival. The festival covers 7 blocks of Main Street from Sixth Avenue-Barnwell Street. Downtown from 9:00am-5:00pm both days. The festival is always held during the Memorial Day weekend.

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-693-9708 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org/garden-jubilee

June

31 - 21 Carolina Mountain Car Club Classic Car Show - The Carolina Mountain Car Club will be showcasing their vintage and antique cars. The club members have a love of automobiles and strive to preserve the history through the restoration of these classic cars. Our flagship event is during the summer season, every Friday night, in association with the Henderson County Travel and Tourism sponsored Music On Main series. This leads to a wonderful mix of cars, an ample supply of on-lookers, and some great bands and dancing. The car show is every Friday night, June thru August, from 5pm until 8:30pm.

All of our shows are open on a first come first serve basis.

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 321-951-3567 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.carolinamountaincarclub.com

7 - 21 Music On Main Street - Music on Main features a diverse line-up ranging from pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music – there’s something for every musical taste! This free, family-friendly event offers concessions such as hot dogs, ice cream, pretzels and lemonade for sale.

Classic car shows are held in conjunction with Music on Main. The car shows are located in front of the Wells Fargo between Barnwell and Caswell Streets, which will be closed to traffic.

Address: Main St. , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-693-9708 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org

8 - 11 Annual Antique & Vintage Show - Looking for a great antique show in Western North Carolina? Well you’ve found it, whether you are a picker or a seller, join us in Historic Downtown Hendersonville for another year of WNC’s finest outdoor Antique Show! 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

This annual event attracts a variety of dealers from around our region and beyond to our sidewalks. Complementing the year-round presence of antique and home goods stores that call downtown home, thousands are drawn to the downtown streets looking for vintage clothing, jewelry, antique or primitive furniture, precious metals, vintage toys, pottery, art glass, quilts and signs…you will find it here!

For more information about this wonderful show or to register as a vendor, contact Historic Downtown Hendersonville at 828.233.3205.

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3205 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: info@downtownhendersonville.org
Web: downtownhendersonville.org
Fee: Free

13NC0211010e074 - Hendersonville Rhythm & Brews Concert Series - The Rhythm and Brews Concert Series was awarded the "Best New Concert Series" in North Carolina by the North Carolina Main Street Center and it just gets better each year! Join your friends and come see what the fuss is all about, closing part of South Main Street to make room for all the fun. Local food trucks will line the street cooking delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza to barbecue. Every third Thursday of each month, May through September. Admission is free.
2022:
May 19
June 16
July 21
August 18
September 15
Music starts at 5:30 with headline acts from 7:30 to 9:30.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3205 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mfriedheim@hvlnc.gov
Web: www.hendersonvillenc.gov/downtown-hendersonville
Fee: Free

July

28 - 26 Music On Main Street - Music on Main features a diverse line-up ranging from pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music – there’s something for every musical taste! This free, family-friendly event offers concessions such as hot dogs, ice cream, pretzels and lemonade for sale. Every Friday Night, June, July, August, 7pm - 9pm, Free

Classic car shows are held in conjunction with Music on Main. The car shows are located in front of the Wells Fargo between Barnwell and Caswell Streets, which will be closed to traffic.

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-693-9708 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org
Fee: Free

28 - 26 Carolina Mountain Car Club Classic Car Show - The Carolina Mountain Car Club will be showcasing their vintage and antique cars. The club members have a love of automobiles and strive to preserve the history through the restoration of these classic cars. Our flagship event is during the summer season, every Friday night, in association with the Henderson County Travel and Tourism sponsored Music On Main series. This leads to a wonderful mix of cars, an ample supply of on-lookers, and some great bands and dancing. The car show is every Friday night, June thru August, from 5pm until 8:30pm.

All of our shows are open on a first come first serve basis.

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 321-951-3567 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.carolinamountaincarclub.com

4 Hendersonville 4th of July Parade and Celebration - The annual Independence Day Parade, organized by the Downtown Merchants & Business Association, takes place at 10:30am on Main Street.

The evening's activities will include inflatables, kids games and activities, food trucks, and 2 stages featuring live music, with the evening being capped-off with the annual fireworks display.

The launch site is off of South Grove Street, which will ensure prime viewing of the display from South Main Street and the Music on Main concert area as well as many other vantage points on the south side of town near the intersection of Hwy. 225 South and Hwy. 176. A large balloon will be launched the morning of the 4th to signify the visibility of the fireworks show, if you can see the "Big Balloon," you can see the fireworks from your location. Admission is free.

Address: Main Street - Sidewalks , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-692-4179 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org/event/4th-of-july-concert-fireworks
Fee: Admission is free.

18NC0211010e071 - Hendersonville Rhythm & Brews Concert Series - The Rhythm and Brews Concert Series was awarded the "Best New Concert Series" in North Carolina by the North Carolina Main Street Center and it just gets better each year! Join your friends and come see what the fuss is all about, closing part of South Main Street to make room for all the fun. Local food trucks will line the street cooking delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza to barbecue. Every third Thursday of each month, May through September. Admission is free.
2022:
May 19
June 16
July 21
August 18
September 15
Music starts at 5:00 with headline acts from 7:00 to 9:00.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3205 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mfriedheim@hvlnc.gov
Web: www.hendersonvillenc.gov/downtown-hendersonville
Fee: Free

August

2 - 23 Carolina Mountain Car Club Classic Car Show - The Carolina Mountain Car Club will be showcasing their vintage and antique cars. The club members have a love of automobiles and strive to preserve the history through the restoration of these classic cars. Our flagship event is during the summer season, every Friday night, in association with the Henderson County Travel and Tourism sponsored Music On Main series. This leads to a wonderful mix of cars, an ample supply of on-lookers, and some great bands and dancing. The car show is every Friday night, June thru August, from 5pm until 8:30pm.

All of our shows are open on a first come first serve basis.

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 321-951-3567 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.carolinamountaincarclub.com

15NC0211010e072 - Hendersonville Rhythm & Brews Concert Series - The Rhythm and Brews Concert Series was awarded the "Best New Concert Series" in North Carolina by the North Carolina Main Street Center and it just gets better each year! Join your friends and come see what the fuss is all about, closing part of South Main Street to make room for all the fun. Local food trucks will line the street cooking delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza to barbecue. Every third Thursday of each month, May through September. Admission is free.
2022:
May 19
June 16
July 21
August 18
September 15
Music starts at 5:30 with headline acts from 7:30 to 9:30.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3205 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mfriedheim@hvlnc.gov
Web: www.hendersonvillenc.gov/downtown-hendersonville
Fee: Free

September

30 - 2 Annual North Carolina Apple Festival - Hendersonville is the official home of the North Carolina Apple Festival, a four-day celebration to recognize the importance of the apple industry to Henderson County and North Carolina. The Apple Festival is always held during the Labor Day weekend (Friday through Monday). Festival-goers can choose from a variety of events that feature a street fair on Historic Main Street and surrounding event venues.

Some of the other festivities happening during the Apple Festival include apple breakfasts, Gem & Mineral Spectacular, children's activities, Parade, street fair, sidewalk sales, car show, music, and the Western North Carolina Air Museum Open House with aircraft displays and flybys.

North Carolina is the 7th largest apple-producing state in the nation and Henderson County is the largest apple-producing county in North Carolina, producing 85 percent of all the apples grown in the state. The County grows more than 40 varieties of apples including; Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Rome Beauty, Honey Crisp, Granny Smith, Stayman, Fuji and Galas.

Address: Downtown , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-697-4557 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: apple@ncapplefestival.org
Web: www.ncapplefestival.org

12NC0211010e073 - Hendersonville Rhythm & Brews Concert Series - The Rhythm and Brews Concert Series was awarded the "Best New Concert Series" in North Carolina by the North Carolina Main Street Center and it just gets better each year! Join your friends and come see what the fuss is all about, closing part of South Main Street to make room for all the fun. Local food trucks will line the street cooking delicious eats from kettle corn to pizza to barbecue. Every third Thursday of each month, May through September. Admission is free.
2022:
May 19
June 16
July 21
August 18
September 15
Music starts at 5:00 with headline acts from 7:00 to 9:00.

Address: South Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-233-3205 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: mfriedheim@hvlnc.gov
Web: www.hendersonvillenc.gov/downtown-hendersonville
Fee: Free

21 Fiesta Hendersonville - Fiesta Hendersonville is a unique opportunity to experience the best of Latin American countries in downtown Hendersonville! Enjoy live music and dance at the stage at the Hendersonville Visitors Center. Feast on Latin American delicacies, such as pupusas from El Salvador; empanadas from Argentina; and chicharrones, esquites, and elotes from Mexico. Browse both local art and the Latin marketplace of vendors.

https://holacarolina.org/events-festivals/

Address: Visitor Center Stage, 201 S. Main St. , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-693-9708 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org/event/fiesta-hendersonville-2
Fee: Free

October

28 Farm City Day - Farm City Day features both urban and rural displays, antique and modern farm equipment, tools, live music, square dancing, clogging, arts and crafts, children's activities, old timey games, wagon rides, displays, demonstrations, tractor pulls hands-on activities, and plenty of food. Animal lovers will enjoy the petting zoo, and a fishing pond. The old-timey games include an egg toss, sack race and corn shucking. Jackson Park comes alive with the sights and sounds of live regional bands, dancers and singers performing throughout the day.
10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Farm City Day was started in 1955 by the Cooperative Extension Service and Kiwanis International. The Festival highlights the dependency of farm people and city people on each other for products and services essential to modern living. The Farm City program was designed to encourage the exchange of ideas and development of shared activities creating a feeling of mutual understanding and good will. In 1986 Farm City Day was moved to Jackson Park.

Whether you're city folks or country folks, Farm City Day will fill your day with fun for the whole family.

Click for more information or a schedule of events call the Henderson County Cooperative Extension Service 828-697-4891

Address: Jackson Park, 801 Glover St , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-697-4891 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org/farm-city-day
Fee: Free family fun!

6NC0211010e064 - Hendersonville Black Bear Half Marathon and 8k - The Black Bear Half & 8k both offer a scenic, mostly flat course along the Oklawaha Greenway during peak leaf season in the fall. The Half Marathon has less than 400 feet of elevation and is perfect for beginners and competitors alike, so you won’t want to miss it! 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.

Address: Jackson Park, 640 Glover St , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-684-0812 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: support@idaph.net
Web: blackbearhalfmarathon.com/
Fee: $90

19NC0211010e065 - Hendersonville Annual Trick or Trail 5k - Runners at the Annual Trick or Trail 5k presented by Hunter Subaru get to once again experience the beauty of DuPont State Forest in a unique nighttime racing format. Participants will strap on headlamps and light up the night as they duke it out in the dusk. The twists and turns of DuPont's famous trail system will dare them to push forward in this one-of-a-kind, trail race at dark. 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

Address: Guion Farm Parking Area, 3045 Sky Valley Rd , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-684-0812 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: support@idaph.net
Web: idaph.net/trick-or-trail-5k/
Fee: $35

November

29 - 27 Home for the Holidays - The Historic Hendersonville & Flat Rock area abounds with holiday activities such as the Flat Rock Playhouse productions, an Olde Fashioned Hendersonville Christmas, holiday concerts, hometown Christmas parade, and many other events for the whole family.

The Home for the Holidays calendar of events brochure offers more than 65 events during November and December. Make a family Christmas tradition by exploring the Western North Carolina choose and cut Christmas tree farms to select the perfect Christmas tree.

Address: Event locations vary , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org/home-for-the-holidays

8 Holiday Lighting Celebration - See Historic Downtown Hendersonville come alive with the glow of tiny white lights ushering in the Christmas Season. Featuring caroling, Santa and holiday good cheer abounds!

Address: Main Street Gazebo between 4th-5th Avenues , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: (828)697-2022 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: DHINC@aol.com
Web: downtownhendersonville.org

12 Foothills Highland Games - The Foothills Games features dancing, sheep herding demonstrations, sporting events, children's activities, music, food and more. Sponsored by Scottish Clans of the South (SCOTS).

Jackson Park is located near downtown Hendersonville and is easy to access off I-26. From I-26 Eastbound: Take U.S. 64 West exit (Exit # 49B) towards downtown Hendersonville. Continue through the traffic light at end of exit ramp onto 4 Seasons Boulevard (U.S. 64) for 1.6 miles (passing 4 more traffic lights). After a wetland area on the left, turn LEFT at the 5th traffic light (Harris Street). Go 0.2 mile to STOP sign at end of street. Turn LEFT onto E. 4th Avenue, enter park.

Address: Jackson Park, 801 Glover St , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Web: downtownhendersonville.org

December

28 Home for the Holidays - The Historic Hendersonville & Flat Rock area abounds with holiday activities such as the Flat Rock Playhouse productions, an Olde Fashioned Hendersonville Christmas, holiday concerts, hometown Christmas parade, and many other events for the whole family.

The Home for the Holidays calendar of events brochure offers more than 65 events during November and December. Make a family Christmas tradition by exploring the Western North Carolina choose and cut Christmas tree farms to select the perfect Christmas tree.

Address: Event locations vary , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Email: tourism@historichendersonville.org
Web: visithendersonvillenc.org/home-for-the-holidays

30 Hendersonville Christmas Parade - The annual Hendersonville Christmas Parade travels along Main Street from Five Points to Caswell Street. Enjoy the sights and sounds of bands playing, clowns, floats and of course Santa Claus. 10:30AM,

Address: Main Street , Hendersonville, North Carolina
Ph: 828-692-4179 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: downtownhendersonville.org

Attractions and Upcoming Events


Hendersonville & Flat Rock Visitor Center / Hender

Visit Historic Hendersonville & Flat Rock, NC, located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Explore the scenic beauty of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Carl Sandburg Home, Flat Rock Playhouse, state & national forests, historic sites, shopping, outdoor &

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Inn on Church Street

This beautiful brick Inn with stunning dinning areas are perfect for the romantic getaway or special event. The guest rooms and suites are elaborately decorated based on themes, with antiques and specialty pieces throughout the Inn. All guests receive a "full country breakfast"

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Holmes Educational State Forest

A managed forest designed to promote better understanding of the value of forests through exhibits, audio stations (talking trees), signs and ranger-conducted classes. Picnic and hiking trails. Free. Open: Mid-March through Mid-NovemberHours of Operation: Tues - Fri 9-5

Hendersonville, NC State Forests

DuPont State Forest

DuPont State Forest is forested land that was purchased by the State of North Carolina, after DuPont sold its industrial operation in 1996 and 1997; the surrounding land holdings became DuPont State Forest. The forest encompasses 10,268

Hendersonville, NC State Forests

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