Asheville Mountain Living

Mountain Living Equals Better Living!

Living in the Mountains of Western North Carolina can provide a quality of life rarely matched anywhere in the world. Whether you are just moving to these mountains, or have lived in the City of Asheville your entire life, we are confident that our Mountain Living section will have the lifestyle resources you are looking for.

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In This Section: Asheville Real Estate, Moving & Relocating Guide, Renting Guide, Education, Traditional Health Care, Alternative Health Care, Environmental Guide, and Spiritual Directory

Asheville Arts and Entertainment

Your Guide to the Arts in Asheville, NC

Downtown Asheville benefits from a plethora of art, theater and cultural attractions, but to get a true glimpse of all of the Arts & Entertainment that Western NC has to offer, you will have to get off the beaten path. Begin by exploring the River Arts District, or one of the cozy mountain towns that surround Asheville, NC.

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In This Section: Calendar of Events, Attractions, Tours & Day Trips, Museums & Historical Attractions, Artists & Galleries, Movie Showtimes, Performing Arts, Music, Clubs & Nightlife, and Festivals in WNC.

Asheville Outdoor Activities

Recreation Opportunities are Plentiful in WNC

Travelers, and locals alike, benefit from the near endless array of Outdoor Activities found in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Few areas offer the diversity of hiking, biking, kayaking, golf, rock climbing, sight seeing, and other activities found in and around the City of Asheville.

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In This Section: Blue Ridge Parkway, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Golf, Waterfalls, Scenic Views, Kayaking & Rafting, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Motorcycle Riding, Gems & Minerals Mining, & more....

Asheville Food and Dining

Your Guide to Restaurants and Dining Options

The Asheville, NC area offers a level of culinary diversity often reserved for the largest, trendiest cities. New, interesting restaurants can be found around every corner in Asheville, and also in many of the surrounding communities and towns. Use our Dining Guide as a starting spot, or just get out there and start exploring.

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In This Section: Asheville Restaurants & Bars, Dining in Downtown, Beyond Downtown, Featured Dining Spots, Healthy Eats & Grocers, Healthy Resources, Top Picks, and Restaurants by Category.

Asheville Business Directory

Thousands of Area Businesses in Hundreds of Categories

Asheville is a hot bed for the entrepreneurial spirit, and has long enticed visionaries and creative spirits. The fruits of their labor can be found in the hundred plus directories within our Business Directory. Whatever type of business your looking for, it can be found here.

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In This Section: Accommodations, Advertising, Attorneys & Legal Services, Automotive, Banking, Charities & Non-profits, Clubs & Organizations, Classifieds, Events & Weddings, Home Improvement, Shopping, and more...
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UNC Asheville
Updated March 7, 2008

The University of North Carolina at Asheville offers undergraduate liberal arts degrees and a Master of Liberal Arts degree and is the only designated liberal arts institution in the 16-campus University of North Carolina system. To learn more visit our UNC Asheville page.

Asheville Civic Center
Updated March 4th, 2008

Visit our Asheville Civic Center guide to learn about Asheville’s largest multi-purpose venue. The Civic Center hosts a wide variety of events including concerts, the circus, trade shows, sporting events and much more.

Lodging Guide
Updated February 25, 2008

Our recently added Asheville Lodging Guide offers insight into finding Hotels, Cabins, Vacation Rentals or Bed and Breakfasts in the area.

Asheville Newspaper
Updated February 25, 2008

To find a Newspaper in Western NC, visit our new Asheville Newspaper page. This useful page lists most newspapers and publications, including the Asheville Citizen-Times.

Asheville Shopping
Updated February 25, 2008

One of the many attractions of the Asheville area is the abundance of shopping options. Visit our new Shopping Guide for an overview of sopping in Downtown, the Biltmore Village, East Asheville, the Asheville Mall, and more.

Asheville Airport
Updated February 22, 2008

Before flying to or from Asheville, visit our Asheville Airport page. It includes info about the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), as well as an overview of other airports in the area.

Biltmore Estate
Updated February 22, 2008

The Biltmore Estate, located just south of Downtown in the Biltmore Village, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Southeastern United States. Visit our Biltmore Estate guide to learn more.

Real Estate Research Tools
Updated January 2008

Our Real Estate section has been updated with two useful research tools. Use the Buncombe County Geographical Information System (GIS) and Asheville Home Sale Statistics to become more informed and keyed into your real estate understanding and needs.

Asheville Mountain Living
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Asheville Events Calendar

Pressing Matters in Printmaking
Folk Art Center
9am - Close
828-298-7928
Free
Silent Beauty: A View of the Changing Seasons - Photography of Cynthia Walker
North Carolina Arboretum
Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 12 - 5 pm
828-665-2492
Free after parking fee.
Cruise the Smokies - Spring Rod Run
Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds
9 am - 5 pm
(828) 497-8122
Call for Details.
Kaleidoscope - Contemporary Landscape Sculpture Exhibit
North Carolina Arboretum
Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 12 - 5 pm
828-665-2492
Free after parking.
Maud Gatewood: Catching the Moment
Asheville Art Museum
Call or visit website for hours.
828-253-3227
Free after museum admission.
Explore the Science of Communication: Get the Message
The Health Adventure
10 am - 5 pm Tues. - Sat., 1 pm - 5 pm Sun. Closed Mon.
(828) 254-6373
$7 for adults; $5 for students, seniors, and children ages 2-15.
Nia Class - A Blend of Martial, Healing & Expressive Arts
Montford Park - Between Montford & Cumberland Ave
10am-11am
828.551.5017
$5 donation
Festival of Flowers
Biltmore Estate
Call for Details.
800-411-3812
Admission Charge to Enter Estate
Emerson Woelffer: At the Center and At the Edge
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center
Daily
828-350-8484
Free for BMCM+AC members / $3 non-members
The Little Engine That Could
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Call for Details.
1-800-872-4681
Call for Details.
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