Events
Explore engaging events bringing light to our community
At Sugar Hollow Solar, we're not just about harnessing the power of the sun — we're also all about bringing our community together for fun-filled events! Whether it's hosting our own solar celebrations, partnering with local organizations to support worthy causes, or powering community gatherings (sometimes with The Sugar Hollow Solar Power House), there's always something exciting happening in the Sugar Hollow Solar universe. From informative workshops and raffles to family-friendly festivities, our events are designed to spark joy and connection. Come join us as we shine a light on brighter days ahead — together!
Eliada Corn Maze
Get lost in the maze and enjoy a full day of fall fun, including tractor rides, pumpkins, apple cider, the corn cannon, spider climber, lawn games, and more at Eliada.
2026 Nest Fest
Annual invite-only client event at Hickory Nut Gap Farm: free food, drinks, games & live music, benefiting Mountain Housing Opportunities.
Pints for Power Returns at Dry Falls Brewing
Sugar Hollow Solar Pints for Power
Back by popular demand, Pints for Power returns! Join us for an evening filled with solar insights and your favorite beverage of choice.
Tailored specifically for home and business owners- bring along your home or business power bill—and your first drink is on us!
When: November 4th, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Dry Falls Brewing
Come mingle and have all your questions about transitioning to solar power or installing home battery backup systems answered by our experts. Whether you're a homeowner or business owner looking to go solar or an existing customer seeking advice, we've got you covered!
Don't miss out on this opportunity to sip, socialize, and soak up solar knowledge. See you there!
asheville city market
Find all of your favorite farms and local food products downtown all year round, including fresh produce, meat, cheese, bread, pastries, and other artisan products! Asheville City Market is open every Saturday morning, 9-noon April to December. Free parking is available in the HomeTrust Bank and Family Justice Center lots.
Lovely Asheville Annual Fall Festival
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, lovely Asheville's recovery is transforming into renewal, and we are becoming more united than ever. This fall, our city honors its resilience and the collective strength of its people at the 5th Lovely Asheville Annual Fall Festival (LAAFF)—a powerful FREE two-day celebration of community, culture, and creativity.
asheville city market
Find all of your favorite farms and local food products downtown all year round, including fresh produce, meat, cheese, bread, pastries, and other artisan products! Asheville City Market is open every Saturday morning, 9-noon April to December. Free parking is available in the HomeTrust Bank and Family Justice Center lots.
North Asheville Tailgate Market
The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly, Saturday morning gathering of the best farmers, craftspeople, and bakers. With more than 70 vendors each week and more than 40,000 annual customers, the market’s energetic and warm environment welcomes all.
Bountiful Cities Birdhouse Auction Benefit
Explore the intersection of Asheville's Art Scene and Asheville’s Food Scene at Bountiful Cities Birdhouse Auction Benefit event at Urban Orchard Cider Company. We bring together hand made local art and support for hyper local urban food security at this live auction benefiting Bountiful Cities food and agriculture programs.
North Asheville Tailgate Market
The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly, Saturday morning gathering of the best farmers, craftspeople, and bakers. With more than 70 vendors each week and more than 40,000 annual customers, the market’s energetic and warm environment welcomes all.
ASAP 2026 Farm Tour
ASAP’s annual Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours, demonstrations, and tastings. The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina, including vegetables, livestock, vineyards, orchards, flowers, fiber, and more! This is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages, abilities, and interests. All are welcome.
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is an annual tradition for our community, bringing the spirit of outdoor adventure and mountain culture to the heart of the Blue Ridge.
asheville city market
Find all of your favorite farms and local food products downtown all year round, including fresh produce, meat, cheese, bread, pastries, and other artisan products! Asheville City Market is open every Saturday morning, 9-noon April to December. Free parking is available in the HomeTrust Bank and Family Justice Center lots.
Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is an annual tradition for our community, bringing the spirit of outdoor adventure and mountain culture to the heart of the Blue Ridge.
West Asheville Tailgate market
At the West Asheville Tailgate Market, vendors' tables are abundant with an array of goods including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, bread, eggs, cheese, milk, meat, poultry, and fish. You will also find plant starts for gardens, locally made specialty items, natural beauty products, herbal medicine, and locally made art and crafts. We have live music and free kids activities so there's fun for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays from 3:30-6:30pm!
SC Pawpaw Festival
Celebrate one of North America's best-kept secrets at the SC Pawpaw Festival! Held at Blue Oak Horticulture in Taylors, South Carolina, this unique annual event honors the pawpaw, the largest edible fruit native to North America. Enjoy fresh pawpaw tastings, live music, local artists and vendors, delicious food trucks, native plant sales, farm tours, and educational workshops that highlight the importance of this remarkable native tree.
North Asheville Tailgate Market
The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly, Saturday morning gathering of the best farmers, craftspeople, and bakers. With more than 70 vendors each week and more than 40,000 annual customers, the market’s energetic and warm environment welcomes all.
asheville city market
Find all of your favorite farms and local food products downtown all year round, including fresh produce, meat, cheese, bread, pastries, and other artisan products! Asheville City Market is open every Saturday morning, 9-noon April to December. Free parking is available in the HomeTrust Bank and Family Justice Center lots.
Groovin’ on Grovemont
A beloved free outdoor concert series that brings music, food, and community together under the summer sky in Swannanoa.
Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
Groovin’ on Grovemont
A beloved free outdoor concert series that brings music, food, and community together under the summer sky in Swannanoa.
North Asheville Tailgate Market
The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly, Saturday morning gathering of the best farmers, craftspeople, and bakers. With more than 70 vendors each week and more than 40,000 annual customers, the market’s energetic and warm environment welcomes all.
Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
Groovin’ on Grovemont
A beloved free outdoor concert series that brings music, food, and community together under the summer sky in Swannanoa.
Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
Celebrating La Esperanza Clean & Resilient Power
Come join us July 8th from 5-7:30 PM for an official solar celebration of our community project with PODER Emma! We will have food, music, and plenty of community. This is a reservation only event, so please reserve your spot below. We look forward to celebrating this accomplishment together!
Lunch & Learn: Operational Efficiency For Your Organization
Enjoy lunch on us and learn from a panel of experts how you can enhance efficiency for your business or nonprofit, and how to take advantage of expiring tax incentives!
Family Jam Fest 2026
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
North Asheville Tailgate Market
The North Asheville Tailgate Market is a weekly, Saturday morning gathering of the best farmers, craftspeople, and bakers. With more than 70 vendors each week and more than 40,000 annual customers, the market’s energetic and warm environment welcomes all.
AMPlify Appalachia
Come join us at this benefit concert to help raise funds and awareness around supporting long-term regional recovery through clean energy! Proceeds from this event benefit Footprint Project and Land of Sky Regional Council and their efforts to serve western North Carolina.
West Asheville Tailgate market
At the West Asheville Tailgate Market, vendors' tables are abundant with an array of goods including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, bread, eggs, cheese, milk, meat, poultry, and fish. You will also find plant starts for gardens, locally made specialty items, natural beauty products, herbal medicine, and locally made art and crafts. We have live music and free kids activities so there's fun for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays from 3:30-6:30pm!
LEAF "Deep Roots"
A family-friendly event with music, food, workshops, healing arts, youth activities, & MORE!
Travelers Rest Farmers Market
Travelers Rest Farmers Market is located at Trailblazer Park and is open Saturdays and Wednesdays. Enjoy 70+ vendors, live music, kids’ activities, free yoga, food trucks, and more. Bike or walk, as the market is located right off the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Find fresh produce, eggs, honey, pasture-raised meats, soaps, baked goods, artisan crafts, and more.
South Carolina Home Show 2026
The SC Home Show event is designed for homeowners who are in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes.
Dog Day Afternoon 2026
Join in the fun with dog activities, rescue groups, pet-related booths, a pet photo area by Indulge Images, pet contests and an off-leash play area for small and large dogs, courtesy of Asheville Fencing. There will also be food trucks on site, so you can make an afternoon of it with friends and family!