On Sept. 13–14 and Sept. 20–21, 2025, Oktoberfest is taking over the Swannanoa Valley!

According to travel industry reports, magazines, visitor surveys, and trends, you are ready for a break. So what are you waiting for?

Beyond the well-trodden paths, there are hidden gems that only locals and seasoned visitors to Black Mountain tend to know.

Here’s your guide to some of the best places to sample the freshly brewed and distilled flavors of Black Mountain, North Carolina.