Christmas at Biltmore is set to begin on November 3rd, with potential savings available on certain days. The North Carolina Arboretum's Winter Lights event will also commence on November 13th.
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
Operation Christmas Child is collecting gift-filled shoeboxes during National Collection Week. This initiative aims to share gifts and faith with children in the Asheville, NC area.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Christmas light displays are returning to Asheville and the surrounding Western North Carolina region. Residents can look forward to festive illuminations adorning trees and neighborhoods.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC, has officially begun its Christmas season with the raising of a 35-foot Fraser fir in the Banquet Hall. This annual tradition marks the start of holiday preparations and the upcoming festive season at the estate.
Biltmore House in Asheville, NC, has raised a 35-foot Fraser fir in its Banquet Hall, signaling the start of the holiday season. This event occurred two days after Halloween, officially launching the estate's Christmas festivities.
Around 50 employees at Biltmore House in Asheville, NC, worked together on November 2, 2026, to raise a 35-foot Fraser fir in preparation for the Christmas season. This event marks the early arrival of Christmas at the historic estate.
The 34th annual Christmas Jam, featuring Warren Haynes, is scheduled to take place in Asheville, NC, at the ExploreAsheville.com Arena on December 12. This event is part of a larger tour that includes other dates and collaborations.
Approximately 50 employees at Biltmore raised a 35-foot Fraser fir inside Biltmore House in Asheville on November 2, 2026, in anticipation of the Christmas season. This event is a key part of the estate's holiday traditions.
Biltmore employees raised a 35-foot Fraser fir inside Biltmore House in Asheville on November 2, 2026, to mark the beginning of the Christmas season. This event is a significant part of the estate's annual holiday preparations.
Biltmore House in Asheville, North Carolina, is now ready for its 2026 Christmas at Biltmore season, with the Christmas tree raised and preparations complete. Guests can visit the estate to experience the holiday decorations and festivities.
The holiday season is taking shape at Biltmore as crews have begun installing the estate's Christmas tree inside the house. This marks the official start of preparations for the festive period at the Asheville estate.
Monday, November 2, 2026
As the calendar turned to November, several radio stations across the country began playing Christmas music. This early switch to holiday tunes includes stations in the Asheville, NC area.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
The Western North Carolina Nature Center has a new resident, a hellbender named Meatball. The center is open on Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Day, offering a chance to see their newest animal.
Friday, October 30, 2026
This file photo shows Grove Arcade during Christmas time. The article mentions Halloween weekend events in Asheville, NC, but includes a visual reference to the holiday season.
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Grahame Lesh will continue the Grateful Dead Mardi Gras tradition with a New Orleans-flavored celebration. This event is scheduled for Christmas Jam in Asheville, NC on 12/13/25.
One of downtown Asheville's oldest buildings is preparing for Christmas with a holiday tree lighting block party. Grove Arcade announced this upcoming festive event on October 28th.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Biltmore Estate is celebrating 131 years of Christmas magic in Asheville, North Carolina. The popular Candlelight Christmas Evenings are set to begin soon, marking the start of the holiday season.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina, has been known for its elaborate Christmas decorations since 1992. It makes the holiday season extra magical for families visiting the hotel.
Friday, October 23, 2026
The Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina, will host its annual National Gingerbread House Competition. This event is a highlight of the Christmas season, drawing participants and visitors alike.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Hallmark's annual 'Countdown to Christmas' programming features movies filmed in Asheville, North Carolina. One of these films, 'Mistletoe Murders,' stars Sarah Drew and Peter Mooney.
Hallmark has launched its yearly 'Countdown To Christmas' movie event, which began in 2009. This year's lineup includes films shot in Asheville, North Carolina.
Buncombe County officials are advising residents to avoid outdoor burning. This advisory comes as the community prepares for Warren Haynes' 34th annual Christmas Jam in Asheville this December.
Friday, October 16, 2026
Warren Haynes has announced the lineup for his 34th annual Christmas Jam, returning to Asheville, NC on December 12, 2026. The event will feature performances by Greta Van Fleet, The War on Drugs, and Gov't Mule, with proceeds benefiting local charities.
The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina, becomes exceptionally dazzling when illuminated for the Christmas season. This historic estate transforms into a festive spectacle, drawing attention with its extensive holiday decorations.
Monday, October 12, 2026
The Biltmore Estate in Asheville, NC is mentioned as a ticketed Christmas event. It is listed alongside other holiday attractions in the region.