November Events in Henderson County, North Carolina

Flat Rock Playhouse Presents: Yellow Brick Joel: The Music of Billy Joel & Elton John – November 6th – 9th

Calling all fans of classic rock and pop! Don’t miss your chance to experience the incredible sounds of two of music’s greatest legends, Billy Joel and Elton John, brought to life by the ultimate tribute band! DAVID CLARK performs as BILLY JOEL along with BILL CONNORS as ELTON JOHN. This tribute show promises to evoke a wave of nostalgia and joy with hits like “I’m Still Standing”, “Rocket Man”, “Piano Man” and “You May Be Right.” The iconic hits don’t stop, and you won’t want them to!

Ritual Mountain Bike Film Tour @ Trailside Brewing – November 6th

Since humankind invented the wheel, we’ve been determined to take it to new heights, push it to the limit, and revel in the experience. Doubling down for 2026, RITUAL is a big screen celebration of the indomitable human spirit that defines the sport of mountain biking with unforgettable film going experiences. These film series highlights incredible athletes, creative filmmakers, engaging storylines and stunning cinematography, bringing riders together in mountain biking most significant cities and venues.
Cost: $15 per ticket – all proceeds go directly to Dupont State Forest.

Hiking Henderson County – Bearwallow Mountain Trail – November 7th

Henderson County Parks and Recreation is offering guided hiking opportunities. This month is Bearwallow Mountain Trail! Join and 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. 

Roots of HVL – November 8th

The Roots of HVL Holiday Market takes place on Saturday, November 8, offering a festive kickoff to the season. From 9 AM – 3 PM, more than 20 local artisans will showcase handmade gifts, holiday décor, and unique treasures. Guests can enjoy live music by Conner Hunt from 12–3 PM, along with family fun on the cow train and apple cannon from 10–4. The farm store and bakery will be open from 9–5, featuring seasonal goods, warm apple treats, and holiday flavors.

One Act Festival – November 6th – 16th

Step into the spotlight of creativity at Hendersonville Theatre’s second annual One Act Play Festival! This two week extravaganza celebrates the art of storytelling through a dynamic lineup of short plays, showcasing a kaleidoscope of genres—from laugh-out-loud comedies to heartfelt dramas. Featuring original works by both regional and national playwrights, directed and performed by incredible local talent, the festival promises an unforgettable journey into the world of theatre.

Autumn Art Fest @ Packa’s Place – November 12th

Join us at our favorite beefalo farm + container bar, Packa’s Place ,on October 12th for an unforgettable fall day! Celebrate the season with: 20 incredible local artists, Live music & good vibes, Tasty brews, Pumpkin Patch It’s the perfect mix of art, music, and autumn fun— see you there!

Henderson County Tailgate Market – Saturdays through Fall

Join us every Saturday, 8am to 12pm for the Henderson County Tailgate Market. We have local, organic and conventional produce, bedding plants, flowers, herbs, baked goods, canned goods for purchase. We are located at 100 North King Street in Hendersonville in the Henderson County Building parking area (between First and Second Avenue).

Flat Rock Playhouse Presents: John Lloyd Young: Broadway’s Jersey Boy – November 13th & 14th

Film, stage and concert artist, John Lloyd Young, is a Tony and Grammy winner, multi-Platinum recording artist and Presidential Appointee. As the original “Frankie Valli” in Broadway’s Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Jersey Boys, Young garnered unprecedented accolades from the New York and national media, going on to become the only American actor to date to win all four major Broadway Leading Actor in a Musical honors for a Broadway debut: the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and Theatre World Award. Young starred in Jersey Boys on London’s West End, and was hand-picked by director Clint Eastwood to reprise his role in the Warner Bros. film adaptation, becoming one of only a select-few actors in entertainment history to take his Tony-winning role to the big screen.

Repticon AVL – November 15th & 16th

Like snakes? other reptiles? Then you need to come to Repticon on Saturday and Sunday, November 15 and 16 to see all kinds of creatures!! This show features everything that you’ve come to love most about Repticon’s two days of fun and excitement! See live animals from around the world, purchase pets and pet products direct from the experts at amazing prices you won’t find anywhere else, and learn more about reptiles and exotic animals. Repticon Asheville is one reptile and exotic animal expo that you can’t afford to miss! Join us on Saturday, 9am to 4pm and Sunday, 10am to 4pm at the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher, NC. Tickets are available online $6.00 to $15.00

Train Days – November 15th

Visit the Hendersonville Train Depot at 650 Maple Street on Saturday November 15, 2025 from 10 to 4pm to celebrate Train Day. Blue Ridge Southern Railroad will have a locomotive on display with engineer and conductor to answer questions. A national park ranger from the Carl Sandburg home will be on hand to answer questions about the Sandburgs, thier home and goats! Mrs Sandburg raised national prize winning goats and transported them by rail to contests accross the country. Visit the station to see our HO scale layout representing towns in Western North Carolina that had rail service from the 1950’s to mid 1960’s. See the garden railroad trackside that represents gravel and timber operations in Western North Carolina in the early 1900’s. There is no admission charge, but donations are cheerfully accepted.

Winter Lights at North Carolina Arboretum – November 15th – Jan 4th

We look forward to welcoming you back for another year of Asheville’s Brightest Holiday Tradition from November 15 to January 4! Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. Troll sightings are anticipated at this year’s Winter Lights, as six of Dambo’s Trolls will be experiencing the show for themselves. Meet them in the gardens at Winter Lights! Tickets are sold per vehicle and there are 3 entry times daily, 6pm, 7pm and 8pm.

2025 National Gingerbread House Competition – November 18th – January 4th

The Omni Grove Park Inn invites guests to experience the 33rd Annual National Gingerbread House Competition, showcasing over 45 extraordinary edible creations from bakers of all ages. Entries will be displayed throughout the resort from November 18, 2025, to January 4, 2026. The competition, held on November 17, offers more than $40,000 in cash and prizes. While judging is closed to the public, the public is welcome to view the displays after 6 p.m. on Sundays and anytime Monday through Thursday, excluding certain holidays and dates.

28th Annual Henderson County Toy Run – November 22nd

Join on Saturday, November 22 for the 28th Annual Henderson County Toy Run. This event collects toys and raises money for foster children and children in need. Registration is between 10am and 1pm at Bill Moore Community Park in Fletcher, NC with kickstands up at 1:30pm when riders will head to the Henderson County Courthouse. Don’t have a bike? That’s okay, come drop off toys, donations and hang out. There will be live music, bbq lunch, door prizes, 50/50 drawing and t-shirts available.

Holiday Hullabaloo – November 22nd

Join Nix Pumpkin Patch and celebrate the holiday season with delicious food, vendors, pictures with Santa and live music by Connor Hunt & Chris Johnson.

Friendsgiving – November 22nd

Gather your friends and join us at Trailside Brewing for our First Annual Friendsgiving—a time to celebrate our wonderful community and support our neighbors in need.

Live Music: The Dudes: 6 PM – 9 PM
Settle in for an evening of live music with a group of local friends, “The Dudes” Ryan Taylor Price, Lew Holloway. J. Mitchell, Dillion Shelton, Frank Jurovich III…and other friends! Grab your friends and snap a group photo at our Friends-themed photo booth! Bring canned goods for Interfaith Food Ministry, and receive a free Trailside sticker!

Turkey Trot HVL – November 27th

The 5K Course begins in front of City Hall at Fifth Avenue East and King Street, travels through downtown, and ends back at City Hall.

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas – November 28th – December 21st

It’s like a big, warm holiday HUG! The tradition everyone loves continues with the same great holiday cheer to put you in the Christmas spirit. All new renditions of your holiday favorites will help you get those sleigh bells jinglin,’ and chestnuts roasting! There is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season. So, hurry on over with your family, friends, and loved ones to share in the joy and excitement of this seasonal spectacular that will have you feeling merry and bright!

Love Local Makers Weekend – November 28th & 29th

The event will feature over 40 local makers with new businesses to shop from each day. Guests can enjoy live music on Friday and Saturday while browsing and sipping craft beer. The weekend celebrates community, connection, and supporting local businesses during Black Friday and Small Business Saturday. Every purchase helps small business owners and keeps money in the community. Shopping local this season can make a real difference in helping these businesses thrive into the next year.

Holiday Tree Lighting – November 28th

All are welcome to gather on the Historic Courthouse Plaza to sing Christmas carols, sip hot cocoa and watch for the man in red. Kick off Small Business Saturday early by visiting your favorite downtown merchants! Once Santa arrives, he will flip the switch to illuminate the tree on the plaza and the lights along Main Street.

Small Business Saturday – November 29th

Plan your Christmas shopping downtown! A gift from a local business is a gift made or sold with love. Support our downtown businesses on Small Business Saturday and all holiday season

Henderson County Curb Market Christmas Open House – November 29th

The Henderson County Curb Market celebrates the holidays with a Christmas Open House. Visitors will enjoy a drop-in from Santa and his elves, complimentary cookies, hot chocolate and hot cider, a raffle basket, a children’s activity table, the community Peppermint Bear scavenger hunt and shopping for the perfect hand crafted gifts created by local vendors. Shoppers will also find local seasonal produce, fresh baked goods including a gluten free selection, greenery, holiday decorations, local honey, preserves and relishes.

Henderson County Curb Market
221 N. Church Street
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Saluda Holiday Pop Up Market – November 29th

A special holiday market celebrating local craftsmen, artisans and community with a unique shopping small and local opportunity.

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.

Flat Rock Farmers Market – Weekly on Thursdays

Join us every Thursday from 3pm-6pm at the Pinecrest ARP Church parking lot an exciting array of produce, baked goods, crafts and more! We are located at 1790 Greenville Highway.

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.

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

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