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Sociability means the joy of connecting with one another. It’s just one of the qualities that makes life in Black Mountain so special and draws visitors from all over the world to our gem of a mountain town.

Events Calendar

From the Black Mountain Tailgate Market to the Park Rhythms Concert Series, there are so many events taking place year-round in our community! Discover them by visiting the town’s events calendar, which is updated independently by members of our community and hosted by our friends at My Carolina Mountain Life.

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Music, Arts & Culture

Nature’s artistry surrounds our town, providing inspiration for the creatives who call our community home. In Black Mountain, you’ll find galleries, shops, restaurants, breweries, and other venues that feature local artists’ work plus host exhibits, live music, theatre, dancing, and more. In addition, the four venues featured below have made it their non-profit mission to champion arts and culture.

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Annual Festivals & Events

Walkable downtown. Friendly people. Beautiful vistas. An incredible breadth of creative talent.
Let’s make a weekend of it! Visit each Black Mountain festival/event website for details.

  • 2025 VALENTINE GREENWAY CHALLENGE, 5K, AND KIDS FUN RUN
    February 8, 2025
    Due to the Helene damage, this year’s race will be taking place at the Black Mountain Golf Course! CLICK HERE to register.

    MOUNT MITCHELL CHALLENGE/BLACK MOUNTAIN MARATHON
    Returning in 2026
    This heartfelt event combines fun and supports two great causes: the Black Mountain Greenways and the Town’s trails.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from May 3 - Nov 22, 2025
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN GARDEN SALE
    May 16 and 17, 2025
    Located in the heart of downtown, get inspired by all the amazing plant material made available by the Black Mountain Beautification Committee.
    CLICK for info

    {Re}HAPPENING
    May 3, 2025
    A one-day event at the historic campus of Black Mountain College, {Re}HAPPENING invites contemporary artists to fill the campus with art installations, new media, music, and performance projects. CLICK for info.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from May 4 - Nov 23, 2024
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.

    OLD DEPOT ART BY THE TRACKS
    Every June and October
    An outdoor art show featuring local artists, held near the historic railroad tracks in downtown Black Mountain. CLICK for info.

    PARK RHYTHMS
    June through July 2025
    The Town of Black Mountain hosts this free Thursday evening concert series. CLICK for info.

    ART IN BLOOM
    June
    An annual event featuring local artists and craftspeople, showcasing a diverse range of artwork. CLICK for info.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from May 4 - Nov 23, 2024
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.

    PARK RHYTHMS
    June through July 2025
    The Town of Black Mountain hosts this free Thursday evening concert series. CLICK for info.

    FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS
    July 4
    Beginning at dusk, a dazzling fireworks display will be visible from many spots in downtown. CLICK for info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN BLUES FESTIVAL
    July
    A downtown celebration of blues music with performances by local and national artists. CLICK for info.

    CLASSIC CAR SHOW
    Hosted by the Swannanoa Valley Museum and History Center. CLICK for info.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from May 4 - Nov 23, 2024
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.

    SOURWOOD FESTIVAL
    August 9-10, 2025
    A tradition since 1977, this festival celebrates the local sourwood honey with arts, crafts, music, and food vendors. CLICK for info.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN BLUES FESTIVAL
    September 26-28, 2025
    A three-day celebration of unforgettable music and the Black Mountain community! CLICK for info and tickets.

    OKTOBERFEST
    Sept. 13–14 and Sept. 20–21, 2025
    While the stars of the show may be many of North Carolina’s own amazing beers, ciders, meads, and small batch gins and whiskeys, there will be all kinds of Oktoberfest-inspired activities for you to discover in Black Mountain and Swannanoa. CLICK for more info.

    BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from May 4 - Nov 23, 2025
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday from May 4 - Nov 23, 2025
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.


    LEAF GLOBAL ARTS FESTIVAL
    October
    LEAF (Lake Eden Arts Festival) is a bi-annual event featuring global music, arts, and culture, held at the historic Black Mountain College campus. CLICK for info.

    OLD DEPOT ART BY THE TRACKS
    Every June and October
    An outdoor art show featuring local artists, held near the historic railroad tracks in downtown Black Mountain. CLICK for info.

    HALLOWEEN ON TOWN SQUARE
    CLICK for info.

  • BLACK MOUNTAIN TAILGATE MARKET
    Every Saturday through Nov. 22, 2025
    9 am - 1 pm
    A community event featuring local, organic and sustainably grown produce, plants, cut flowers, herbs, meats, seafood, breads, pastries, cheeses, eggs, and handcrafted items. CLICK for info.

  • DECK THE TREES
    Dec. 5, 2025 - Jan. 5, 2026
    Stroll through beautifully decorated Christmas trees designed by local artists and community members. CLICK for info.
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    HOLLY JOLLY BLACK MOUNTAIN
    Dec. 5, 6, 13, and 20, 2025
    A festive holiday market series with music, Santa, and more. CLICK for info.
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    BLACK MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS PARADE
    Dec. 6, 2025 (First Saturday in December)
    Our annual holiday parade featuring local bands, floats, and a visit from Santa Claus. CLICK for info.
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    CIRCLE OF LIGHTS
    TBA
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    SWANNANOA WINTERFEST
    Dec. 7, 2025
    A free, unique community celebration in Grovemont Square that brings a taste of Old Europe to the Swannanoa Valley. CLICK HERE for info.

Golf Course, Parks & Trails

We know you’re drawn to Black Mountain for its natural beauty. We are, too. Tragically in 2024, Hurricane Helene’s waters and winds caused significant damage to many natural areas in the Swannanoa Valley. The good news is in 2025, several Town parks have already reopened and clean-up is ongoing. The Black Mountain Golf Course is open on the Back Nine. CLICK HERE for information.

Meanwhile, clean-up efforts are on-going throughout Western North Carolina state parks and trails. Refer to the official North Carolina State Park interactive map to check the current status of a specific state park or trail.

The Blue Ridge Parkway, which is overseen by the National Parks Service, IS OPEN near Black Mountain and Asheville. Click to view a list of Parkway openings/closures and an interactive map.

Summer Camps & Retreats

All along the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains near the charming town of Black Mountain, North Carolina, every summer comes alive with an abundance of summer camp experiences for kids and teens. Here, kids don’t just make memories—they discover a deeper connection to nature, to each other, and to themselves.

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