Asheville, NC weekend events for babies & toddlers (0–2)

Christmas at Biltmore Candlelight Evenings

Biltmore — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Evening tours of decorated Biltmore House.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid
• Indoors

Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum

North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Walk-through holiday light show.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Winter Lights

The North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Winter Lights November 13 – January 3 Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show illuminating the gardens with millions of lights!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

RADFest 2026

River Arts District — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Two-day festival across the River Arts District with open studios, local artists, music, food, family activities and a kids' scavenger hunt.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Ornament Marbling for the Whole Family

Majik Studios 207 — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Float colorful paints across a thick gel, draw swirling patterns, and transfer them onto paper before creating a one-of-a-kind ornament—a hands-on paper marbling…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed

Light and Love Open Studios Fridays- Families, kids age 0-100

Light & Love Arts — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Drop-in maker session mixing a guided creative project with open-ended studio play in a sensory-rich makerspace.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• Paid: $15

Childbirth Boot Camp

Kooshlie Care Doula Services — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

A one-day Lamaze class equips expectant parents and partners with practical preparation for labor, birth, and welcoming a baby, building confidence through childbirth…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed: Unknown

Thanksgiving Craft w/ Michelle

640 Spartanburg Hwy — Hendersonville · Henderson Co. · South (Arden, Fletcher, Hendersonville)

Create a cheerful turkey themed project during a hands-on Thanksgiving craft morning, with a festive seasonal activity suited to families and young crafters.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Free

Asheville Fall Harvest Craft and Vendor Market

"University of North Carolina Asheville 1 University Hts Asheville — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Browse handmade goods, seasonal décor, cozy candles, self-care finds, apparel, gifts, and sweet treats from local vendors.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed: Unknown

Family-Friendly Ceramic Ornament Workshops

St George's Episcopal Church — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Cut shapes from flattened clay and glaze five handmade holiday ornaments per participant in this all-ages family workshop.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $65

Black Cat Tales: Story Time w/Cats

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Young children settle into a cozy cat lounge for a cat themed read aloud, surrounded by resident black cats.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Coloring with Cats: Kiddie Edition

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Holiday Parade

Downtown Asheville — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Bright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Christmas at Biltmore Candlelight Evenings

Biltmore — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Evening tours of decorated Biltmore House.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid
• Indoors

Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum

North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Walk-through holiday light show.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Winter Lights

The North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Winter Lights November 13 – January 3 Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show illuminating the gardens with millions of lights!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Asheville Fall Craft and Vendor Market

Tanger Outlets Asheville — Brevard · Transylvania Co. · East (Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Fairview)

Browse local vendors for handmade gifts, cozy candles, seasonal décor, self-care favorites, and autumn treats.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Free

Mammals of the Southern Appalachians

The North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Mammals of the Southern Appalachians with Carlton Burke Saturday, November 21 | 12 – 4pm BRN – Core | BREG – Elective Register Here!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed

Black Cat Tales: Story Time w/Cats

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Young children settle into a cozy cat lounge for a cat themed read aloud, surrounded by resident black cats.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Coloring with Cats: Kiddie Edition

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Family-Friendly Ceramic Ornament Workshops with Firefly Valley

St. George’s Episcopal Church — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Shape hand-built clay ornaments inspired by holiday traditions in an all-ages, hands-on ceramics workshop.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $65

Several showtimes; check the listing for times.

Christmas at Biltmore Candlelight Evenings

Biltmore — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Evening tours of decorated Biltmore House.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid
• Indoors

Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum

North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Walk-through holiday light show.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Winter Lights

The North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Winter Lights November 13 – January 3 Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show illuminating the gardens with millions of lights!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Fireside Collective’s Family Jamboree

The Orange Peel — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

A lively post-Thanksgiving WNC celebration brings Fireside Collective and special guests together for an all-ages jamboree steeped in bluegrass, Americana, and warm…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $34.45

Black Cat Tales: Story Time w/Cats

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Young children settle into a cozy cat lounge for a cat themed read aloud, surrounded by resident black cats.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Coloring with Cats: Kiddie Edition

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Black Mountain Holly Jolly Celebration & Parade

Black Mountain — Black Mountain · Buncombe Co. · East (Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Fairview)

A small town holiday street celebration with a festive parade, twinkling lights, and classic seasonal cheer.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Christmas at Biltmore Candlelight Evenings

Biltmore — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Evening tours of decorated Biltmore House.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid
• Indoors

Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum

North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Asheville

Walk-through holiday light show.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Paid

Winter Lights

The North Carolina Arboretum — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Winter Lights November 13 – January 3 Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show illuminating the gardens with millions of lights!

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Big outing
• Cost not listed

Southern Culture on the Skids w/ It's Snakes at The Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

A raucous mix of surf guitar, country twang, rockabilly rhythms, and swampy Southern rock brings decades of road-tested energy to an all-ages, standing-room show.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Cost not listed: Unknown

Black Cat Tales: Story Time w/Cats

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Young children settle into a cozy cat lounge for a cat themed read aloud, surrounded by resident black cats.

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15

Coloring with Cats: Kiddie Edition

House of Black Cat Magic — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Gentle, cat-assisted coloring sessions using markers and themed coloring books to reduce back-to-school stress for children; finished artwork can be taken home or hung…

• Ages 0-2
• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 11+
• Paid: $15