Whether you take a turn around Asheville's Botanical Gardens or you embark on a trek to Daniel Ridge Falls, wintertime casts a particular spell on the Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding the city. Dress warmly and head into a pristine winter wonderland.
If you're in town in mid-November, be sure to catch the Holiday Parade, which marches through the downtown area, bringing with it holiday cheer, music, and your favorite cartoon characters. Make your way to Pack Square Park, which shines with Christmas lights in winter. Take a #SnowflakeSelfie with the town's 10ft. gilded snowflake. Then, pop into the Grove Arcade to hunt for seasonal gifts. Decadent celebrations are also on hand at Battery Park Book Exchange and Champagne Bar, a sophisticated spot for a festive toast.
Shop at both holiday markets and charming boutiques to get your Christmas shopping done once you're already in town. Purchase locally produced pottery at East Fork, or shop for art in charming Biltmore Village.