Asheville, NC family weekend: Friday, November 20 – Sunday, November 22

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

A Year With Frog And Toad Kids

Asheville Community Theatre — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

A playful stage adaptation of the beloved Frog and Toad stories, with colorful costumes, simple songs, and gentle humor geared to young audiences.

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• Cost not listed

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

Kids Yoga + Art Pop Up: Gratitude

West Asheville Yoga — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · West Asheville & Candler

Children combine age-appropriate yoga with hands-on art activities centered on gratitude, blending movement, creative expression, and mindful reflection in a welcoming…

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• 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

LaZoom - Lil Boogers - Kids' Comedy Tour

76 Biltmore Avenue — Asheville · Buncombe Co. · Central Asheville

Kid friendly comedy tour cruising through downtown Asheville with playful jokes and goofy storytelling geared for younger audiences.

• Ages 3-5
• Ages 6-10
• Cost not listed

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.