4/23/25 Upcoming Events in Henderson County, North Carolina

The 23rd Annual Tulip Extravaganza – March 18th – April 30th

Spring is arriving in downtown Hendersonville, bringing with it a vibrant display of 8,000-10,000 tulips in full bloom along Main Street. The 23rd Annual Tulip Extravaganza, sponsored by Narnia Studios, celebrates the beauty of the season with a month of colorful shopping, dining, and special events from late March through April 30. Local businesses will welcome spring with tulip-themed window displays, seasonal specials, and sidewalk sales on April 11-12. Visitors are encouraged to stroll through downtown, enjoy the floral displays, and bring out-of-town guests to experience the charm of Hendersonville in bloom.

Bullington Gardens Annual Spring Plant Sale – Thursday, April 24th – Saturday, April 26th

9AM-4PM, Mark your calendars for Bullington Gardens’ Annual Spring Plant Sale, a must-visit event for gardening enthusiasts! Discover a unique selection of perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, veggies, and tomatoes, all carefully curated to inspire your garden. This year, we’re also highlighting a variety of pollinator-friendly plants to support local ecosystems and bring life to your outdoor spaces. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our sale offers something for everyone, with expert advice on hand to help you make the most of your selections. Don’t miss this opportunity to cultivate beauty and sustainability in your garden!

Stepp’s Tulip Blossom Days – Every Monday & Thursdays – Saturdays, Varying Hours

Spring is almost here, and so are tulips! Stepp’s offer containers for purchase, complimentary wrapping materials, or you’re welcome to bring your own container to carry your tulips. Friendly Reminder: While we love your furry friends, dogs are not allowed in the tulip field, on the wagon, in the field-side shop, or in the workshop classrooms.

Learn more about Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard and Tulip Blossom Days: https://visithendersonvillenc.org/partner-spotlight/stepps-hillcrest-orchard 

What to Expect:

• Pick-your-own tulips
• Beautiful photo ops
• Croquet, corn hole, and other yard games
• Field-side shop
• Fresh apple cider donuts

Event Hours: Mondays & Thursdays (1 PM – 4 PM) Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays (11 AM – 4 PM)

Chainsaw Safety Course – Thursday, April 24th

5:30PM-7:30PM, FIND Outdoors is excited to host a FREE chainsaw safety course, presented by STIHL in our community space within our headquarters in Pisgah Forest, NC. Attendees will learn:

The operator’s PPE (what to wear, what not to wear, OSHA requirements and further recommendations
Chainsaw features and functions. (Safety features, how to use, when to use, etc)
Basic Operation (How to start, how to hold, how to make basic cuts, reactive forces)
Basic Maintenance (Chain sharpening, chain replacement, air filters, fuel filters, spark plugs)

Advanced registration is requested.

Henderson County Hikes – Jackson Park – Friday, April 25th

Henderson County Parks and Recreation is offering guided hiking opportunities. This month is the Jackson Park hike! Join as we safely explore, learn, and exercise! This is an inclusive program; however, the hikes will vary in difficulty. This is a free program, Registration Required.

Trailheads can be difficult to find. At 9am on the day of the community hike, participants will be asked to meet at: 708 S Grove Street Hendersonville, NC 28792

The group will then caravan to the trailhead! During the program we will discuss wildlife, hike etiquette and the use of mobile applications in remote settings. Please note that these programs are subject to weather. Call (828) 845-5780 the day of the hike if you are concerned the hike will be canceled.

Important items that participants need to bring: Sunscreen, Closed Toed Shoes, Water, Snacks

35th Annual Spring Herb Festival – Friday, April 25th – Sunday, April 27th

Join at the WNC Agricultural Center Friday – Sunday, April 25, 26,& 27, 2025 for the Annual Spring Herb Festival, the largest herb festival in the United States and Canada! It will be a weekend full of education and plants galore. There will be many local plant vendors and new things to learn! Food trucks will be onsite.

Hours are Friday and Saturday, April 25 and 26, 8:30am – 5pm; Sunday, April 27, 10am – 3pm

Admission, parking and workshops are FREE!!

Getting Started with Polymer Clay – Monday, March 31st

Art Place Studios, a vibrant hub for artistic exploration and community connection, invites art enthusiasts to its highly anticipated “Petals, Pots, & Palettes” Spring Celebration. This three-day event promises a delightful fusion of floral inspiration, ceramic artistry, captivating paintings, engaging workshops, live music, and more! This event is packed with opportunities to participate and enjoy:

• “Floral Festoonery” Workshop: Friday, April 25th, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
• Live Music, Wine, and Art Market: Friday, April 25th, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• “Spring into Art” Ceramic Pot Painting Drop-In Workshop: Saturday, April 26th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• Paper Flower Making Drop-In Workshop: Saturday, April 26th, 2:00 PM -4:00 PM
• Art Market: Sunday, April 27th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• “Luscious Layered Blooms” Mixed Media Workshop: Sunday, April 27th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Register at https://artleaguehvl.org/take_a_class.php

Flat Rock Playhouse Presents: CATS – Friday, April 25th – Saturday, May 17th

An extravaganza of fantasy and theatre magic, CATS has enchanted audiences for decades with its fiercely energetic dancing, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and unforgettable lyrics drawn from T.S. Elliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats. As one of the most popular Broadway blockbusters of all time and winner of seven Tony Awards, this certified classic has brought cheer to millions of theatre lovers of all ages! Don’t miss this all-new production! You and your family are sure to leave the theatre tapping your toes and ‘feline’ groovy!

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80

Carolina Concert Choir Presents: Romance in Music – Friday, April 25th – Saturday, April 26th

Join the Carolina Concert Choir on Friday, April 25 at 7:30pm or Saturday, April 26 at 3:00pm at Grace Lutheran Church as they present Romance in Music for chorus and piano featuring music by Brahms, Guastavion, and Lauridsen. Music and choir conducted by Artistic Director, Dr. Michael Lancaster with pianist, Dr. Lillian Pearson.

Tickets are available at the Hendersonville Welcome Center or at the day of the concert at the door. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students (checks or cash)

She Slays 5k – Saturday, April 26th

 8AM-10AM, This event is all about celebrating the strength, courage, and fierce determination of women fighting cancer. Whether you walk or run, you’re making a difference for those who are in the midst of this battle. This event aims to empower people to take charge of their health and well-being, while also raising funds for Hendersonville women who are fighting cancer. While this event supports women with cancer, everyone is welcome to register to participate!

The 5K course will start and finish at the Pardee Cancer Center in Hendersonville, NC. Participants will traverse a picturesque route, meandering along historic streets that wind through the inviting neighborhoods of this community. This is a professionally chip-timed race with awards and prizes for top finishers. This race is a celebration of the human spirit, where the emphasis goes beyond finish times and embodies the courage it takes to rise in the face of a challenge.

From the Earth Festival – Saturday, April 26th

11AM-6PM, Introducing BRAM’s first From the Earth Festival! They are teaming up with Trailside Brewing Co., Ecusta Market, and The Lennox Station to celebrate our beautiful earth on April 26th from 11AM to 6PM!

What to expect: Food & Drink: Grab a drink from @trailside Brewing while you browse the vendors. Tasty food on-site from multiple food trucks, sweet vendors, and the Ecusta Market. 40 earth-friendly vendors: Local non-profits like Conserving Carolina and Mills River Partnership. Nature-themed Artists, Nurseries/Farmers, Sustainable home products, face-painting, and much more! Workshops All Day: Printmaking, Candle Making, and many more to come. Live Music: Enjoy local musicians’ live performances throughout the day. Environmental Talks: Bees and Honey, Permaculture, Native plants, and much more.

Line Dancing Class & Karaoke @ J&M Farms- Thursday April 10th – Saturday March 12th

J&M Farm invites you to their first Line Dancing Class and Karaoke afterward from 5-10pm. Bring those dancing shoes and singing partners!

Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend – Friday, May 2nd – Sunday May 4th

Tantalize your taste buds in the vineyards and orchards of the Blue Ridge Mountains during this weekend celebration of Hendersonville’s wine, cider and dining scenes. Dates for this year’s Cider, Wine & Dine Weekend are May 2-4, 2025.

More than 40 events take place throughout the weekend including artisan hard cider tastings, wine releases, food pairings, wine dinners, educational programs, live music, vineyard tours and more. The schedule includes a variety of free and ticketed events. Check out the local wineries and cideries in Henderson County this weekend for all of your outdoor enjoying, tasty beverage needs!

The weekend always features a selection of unique events, such as wine safaris, barrel-room tastings, curated wine and chocolate pairings, wine-making workshops and bonfires with S’mores

Hiking Henderson County – Kanuga Hike – Friday, May 2nd

Henderson County Parks and Recreation is offering guided hiking opportunities. This month is the Kanuga hike! Join as we safely explore, learn, and exercise! This is an inclusive program; however, the hikes will vary in difficulty. This is a free program, Registration Required.

Trailheads can be difficult to find. At 9am on the day of the community hike, participants will be asked to meet at: 708 S Grove Street Hendersonville, NC 28792

The group will then caravan to the trailhead! During the program we will discuss wildlife, hike etiquette and the use of mobile applications in remote settings. Please note that these programs are subject to weather. Call (828) 845-5780 the day of the hike if you are concerned the hike will be canceled.

Important items that participants need to bring: Sunscreen, Closed Toed Shoes, Water, Snacks

Hike & Sip Tour @ Souther Williams Vineyard – Friday, May 2nd

Are you looking for a new adventure? Do you have a love for Hiking and Wine? Then put your hiking shoes on and join us for a unique opportunity to hike our scenic rolling vineyards and enjoy FIVE different wines along the way. You will have a private tour guide that will share the history of our farm while hiking through the vines. This educational experience will delight as you live the life of grape throughout its annual pilgrimage from vine to glass. This tour requires moderate walking through hillside vineyards and appropriate walking/hiking shoes. Tour is held (weather permitting) year round and is approximately 75 minutes in duration

Nourish & Glow Yoga and Facial Experience – Saturday, May 3rd

Nourish and Glow is a rejuvenating & nourishing blend of yoga accompanied with a skincare-focused esthetic experience. This unique class combines grounding movements designed to improve flexibility and deepen relaxation. Explore a session of introspection & self-nourishment as you experience a curated mini-esthetic service that will leave you glowing inside and out.

Your experience includes:
– Pre-event social time and refreshments (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options)
– A personalized skin analysis by a licensed esthetician
– Participate in a gentle yoga flow complete with hands-on assists
– Relax into a guided meditation
– Indulge in a mini esthetic treatment with aromatherapy, customized mask, balancing scalp massage, and soothing hand massage
– Connect through an intimate group experience, capped at 10 participants

Perfect for those seeking balance, beauty, and bliss, this class is the ultimate way to nourish your body, mind, and skin. Step off your mat feeling radiant, refreshed, and restored. Come solo or bring a friend!

Spring Open Horse Show @ North River Farms – Saturday, May 3rd

Join at Mills River Day at North River Farms in Mills River to kick off our 2025 Show Season! The Spring Open Horse Show is the kick off for the Open Horse Show Championship Series with Davis Ranch, Etowah Riding Club, Magical Moments Therapeutic Riding Center and Riding for Buckles this year!

We welcome ALL ages and levels of riding. Our shows are open to anyone who would like to participate and attend, these shows are great for beginners and kids as well! It’s free for spectators (recommend bringing chairs) and $10 for participants. You can sign up for classes online or on the day of, but cash only day of the show. Gates open at 8 a.m. and the show starts at 10 a.m. Mary Barker will be our photographer at both shows – she does absolutely beautiful work! You can check out her website here: Branded Bay Photography or find her on Facebook. Davis Ranch is partnering with Etowah Riding Club this year to present an open show series with championship classes and high-point end-of-year awards in youth and adult divisions. More info and rules at Davis Ranch or Etowah Riding Club!

Mills River Day – Saturday, May 3rd

Join on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at North River Farms (3333 North Mills River Rd., Mills River, NC 28759) for Mills River Day, a free-to-attend large-scale community event that highlights agriculture, natural resource management, water quality, and the talents and related businesses in and around the Mills River Community. It features live music, vendors, food trucks, a kid zone with bounce houses, a tractor show, a horse show, a farm tour, hands-on activities, and more!

7th Avenue Street Fest – Saturday, May 3rd

Join for the 7th Avenue Street Fest on Saturday, May 3, from noon to 5 PM as we celebrate the grand opening of the newly refreshed 7th Avenue District! There will be live music, local vendors, the ArtScape Banner Reveal and the community ribbon cutting ceremony.

Also, it’s opening day for the Hendersonville Farmers Market, open at 8am on Maple Street, near the Historic Train Depot.

Bring your family and friends for this fun-filled free event and celebrate 7th Avenue!

Etowah Lions Club Farmers Market – Weekly on Wednesdays

3PM-6PM on Wednesdays through October, check out the Etowah Lions Club Farmers Market, which showcases local farmers, vendors and artisans and the delicious produce the area is known for, all items sold here are made by or grown by the vendor.

Located at 447 Etowah School Road

Walking Tour and Wine Tasting at Marked Tree Vineyard – Weekly Fridays-Sundays

Get your steps in with a guided walking tour and tasting! Enjoy a seasonal wine tasting as you stroll through the vines and get an exclusive sneak peek of the new production facility. Learn about the history of Marked Tree and how the vineyard transforms with the changing seasons. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, and we’ll provide the open vistas! The tour lasts about 30-45 minutes, a perfect way to start your day! (Weather permitting.)
$45 per person and it comes with a seasonal tasting. Friday through Sunday at 12pm. Reservations required.

Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K – Saturday, May 10th

Experience the Jump Off Rock Half Marathon and 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. Each mile is packed with local charm and every stride brings you face-to-face with Hendersonville’s beautiful landscapes and historic treasures. This is more than just an endurance race—it’s a visual journey through picturesque spots like the breathtaking Jump Off Rock, the serene Osceola Lake, and the charming streets of downtown Hendersonville. Whether you’re tackling the half marathon or the 10k, every step offers something special.

The point-to-point, half marathon begins at Jump off Rock, a national landmark and the Town of Laurel Park’s highest peak. The route descends for several miles where it passes the start of the point-to-point 10K course. Together, both routes will travel through neighborhoods with gentle hills and around Lake Osceola before finishing on Main Street in historic Hendersonville, North Carolina. The half marathon will have 4 fully stocked water stations while the 10K will have 2. Each station will have Gatorade, Water, and JAMBARS.

Art Night @ Shakedown Lounge – Weekly on Mondays

7-11 PM, Art Night is an opportunity to get creative with a bunch of other people wanting to get creative, materials provided. Shakedown Kava Lounge is located at 706 7th Avenue East, Hendersonville, NC 28792.

Blind Draw Cornhole Tournaments @ The Main Event – Weekly on Tuesdays

8-11:30PM, Join The Main event every Tuesday for a night of cornhole, drinks, and fun that goes as late as you want to play.

Whether you’re a cornhole pro or just want to toss a few bags with friends, this is the perfect way to kick back and have a blast. Each week, they’ll mix things up with blind draw teams, so it’s anyone’s game!

• Blind Draw Cornhole Tournament: New partners every week, keeping the competition fresh and exciting!
• Football Night: Watch the big game on our giant screen while tossing bags and sipping on drinks.
• Full Bar: Enjoy our wide selection of beers, cocktails, and more as you play and relax.
• Late Night Fun: We’ll stay open as late as you want to play—because Tuesdays just got much more fun!

So grab your friends, bring your A-game, and come down to The Main Event every Tuesday night for a laid-back evening of cornhole, football, and good times. The Main Event is located at 125 South Main Street Hendersonville, NC 28792.

Round Robin Open Mic @ Trailside Brewing – Weekly on Tuesdays

6-9 PM, Open Mic in the round, one song at a time round the circle. A comfortable, encouraging environments for all styles and skill levels, a true music community event! Everyone is welcome! Trailside Brewing is located at 893 Lenox Park Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

French Broad Valley Mountain Music Jam – Weekly on Wednesdays

6-8 PM, Join Trailside Brewing Company for a weekly mountain music JAM with players in a round, where the session is focused on regional fiddle tunes and songs. You are welcome to come and listen or to learn and join in. This event supports the Henderson County Junior Appalachian Musician (JAM) Kids Program, Free but donations are accepted. Trailside Brewing is located at 893 Lenox Park Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28739.

Dance Lessons @ Honeysuckle Holler – Weekly on Thursdays

7-9 PM, Every Thursday Join Honeysuckle Holler for FREE dance lessons taught by the wonderful Tianna Miller. Doors open at 7pm, lessons will start between 7:15-7:30. They’ll be teaching 3 dances every week. Honeysuckle Holler is located at 101 E. Allen Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792.

Acoustic Jam Sesh – Weekly on Fridays

Every Friday from 4-7PM plan to collaborate with other musicians at Sideways Farm & Brewery in Etowah. Bring your instruments and voices and enjoy making music and networking with other artists, while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Food truck is on site and beverages available for purchase – small batch craft beers, hard jun, ciders, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks. Family, fans, friends, and leashed dogs are all welcome! During winter months enjoy playing under the covered heated porch! Sideways Farm & Brewery is located at 62 Eade Road, Etowah, NC 28729.

BOLD Bonfire @ Bold Rock – Weekly on Fridays

6-9PM, Every Friday night, sit back, grab a cider, and relax at BOLD Bonfires at Bold Rock Mills River! Enjoy fire pits burning, S’mores kits available for purchase, live music from some of your favorite local acts, & delicious cider available to kick your weekend off right! Bold Rock is located at 72 School House Rd.
Mills River, NC 28759.

HVL Farmers Market – Weekly on Saturdays

Discover a taste of local at The Main Street Farmers Market! Explore fresh, local produce in Downtown Hendersonville from 9AM-1PM. The Farmers Market aims to support local farmers, bakers & makers in the off season of the City’s popular Farmers Market. Hosted on beautiful Main St. in Downtown. This weekly market continues building the sense of community that a full season market brings and provides continued opportunities for our town’s small business owners. The Farmers Market is located at 310 Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792.

Mills River Farmers Market – Weekly on Saturdays

This weekly market is a producer-only market, selling only products raised or produced within 50 miles, special events include live music, educational stations, a demonstration station and a Kid’s Zone, vendors sell items including vegetables, fruits, meat, eggs, high-quality crafts and more.

Located at Mills River Elementary School, 94 School House Rd, Mills River.

Jackson Park Bird Outing – Second Saturday of Each Month

Join the Blue Ridge Audubon, a chapter of the National Audubon Society for their monthly bird walk at Jackson Park, a renowned birding location. On the 2nd Saturday of each month, meet at the Administration Building parking lot, located on Glover Street, and join the group to see the many wonderful birds found at Jackson Park, Hendersonville’s largest park