Foothills Holiday Arts and Craft Show in Marion NC

November 9 - 10    Foothills Holiday Arts and Craft Show    The area’s best talent will be showcased for two days  of art and crafts including oil, pastel and watercolor paintings, drawings, wood and metal works, textile arts, jewelry and much more. Commercial vendors are not allowed at this event.

You’ll find regional artists with unique points of view in their work. The event will be set up inside and outside the Corpening YMCA and live music will add to the festive atmosphere.

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Holiday Gallery Walk in Brevard

December 21   Holiday Gallery Walk   Finish your holiday shopping while exploring the downtown Brevard art galleries and art stores that are staying open late from 5-9 PM.

Asheville Chocolate and Arts Festival this Weekend

December 8  Asheville Chocolate and Arts Festival  A multicultural arts event featuring performers, musicians and dancers from Asheville and beyond. Experience local artisans, baskets and basket weaving demonstrations by Gullah artisans, cultural arts and education by members of the Cherokee Nation, Bellydancing, African dance, Argentine Tango, Hip Hop, and local chocolate tasting by Asheville's finest chocolatiers and dessert-makers.

Performers will also be teaching classes in: Drumming, Bellydance, Tango, West African Dance, and digeridoo throughout the day which are all included in your ticket price. This is a family friendly event with Local children's performance artists Juan Halladay and the Secret B-sides, balloon twisting, face painting, and dance workshops. 25% of proceeds will be donated to Urban Arts Institute and Odyessy School to fund multicultural arts education for Asheville youth.

John C Campbell Folk School Fireside Holiday Crafts Sale

December 2   Holiday Gifts by the Fireside  at John C Campbell Folk School Stroll through the Folk School's Keith House, beautifully decorated for Christmas. Cozy up to the fire in the Community Room and shop for holiday gifts handmade by local and regional artists. Enjoy live music and visit the artists in Davidson Hall, located next to the Craft Shop.

The School's Craft Shop will be offering 15% off during the Fireside Sale. The 15% off sale will last from November 25 to December 24. Shop for handmade gifts made by local and regional artists in a variety of media including jewelry, fiber, wood items, forged metal, pottery, and more.

Holiday Crafts Event: Annual Potters Market Today in Marion

December 1  Annual Appalachian Potters Market An annual event held inside the McDowell High School gymnasium where you'll find 66 North Carolina potters representing all types and styles ranging from daily, functional pottery to whimsical, decorative pieces, plus jewelry and ornamental pieces. Admission is $4.00.