Fall 2025 Events & Activities in Asheville & Western North Carolina
Fall in the mountains of Western North Carolina is pure magic. Brilliant foliage, crisp air, and a region rich in art, food, and culture make Asheville and its surrounding towns a must-visit destination. From harvest festivals to heritage celebrations, here’s your essential guide to Fall 2025 events in WNC.
Top Fall 2025 Events in Asheville & WNC
Event |
Dates |
Location |
Highlights |
|
Eliada Corn Maze & Fall Festival |
Sept 26–Nov 1, 2025 (weekends) | Asheville | 12-acre corn maze, hayrides, pumpkins, food trucks – supports a great cause. |
| LEAF Global Arts Festival | Oct 16–19, 2025 | Lake Eden, Black Mountain | Music from around the globe, healing arts, workshops, drum circles. |
| Lovely Asheville Fall Festival (LAAFF) | Oct 11–12, 2025 | Asheville | Art, food, music, community celebration in downtown. |
| Biltmore Fall Events | Sept–Oct 2025 | Asheville | Scenic estate views, winery tours, garden walks, fall foliage. |
| Apple Harvest Festival | Oct 19, 2025 (TBC) | Waynesville | Over 150 vendors, fresh apples, crafts, food, and mountain charm. |
| Maggie Valley Fall Craft Show | Oct 12–13, 2025 (TBC) | Maggie Valley | Handmade art & crafts, mountain music, and fall colors. |
| Cherokee Indian Fair | Oct 7–11, 2025 | Cherokee, NC | Cultural event with crafts, dancing, stickball, and parades. |
| Pop-Up Pipers (Highlands) | Oct 4, 2025 | Highlands | Roaming bagpipers perform throughout the town square. |
|
Autumn Market at Horn in the West |
Sept 27, 2025 | Boone | Artisan booths, live folk music, cider, and fall décor. |
Plan Your Trip
-Leaf Peak: Early October in high elevations (Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Mitchell), mid-October in valleys.
-Outdoor Musts: Max Patch, Graveyard Fields, Looking Glass Falls, Black Balsam Knob.
-Weather Tip: Bring layers. Morning frost and sunny afternoons are common.