Editor's tip. Free admission. 25 miles south of Asheville on I-26. Park downtown and walk Main Street; arrive before 10:00 to beat the crowd.

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North Carolina Apple Festival runs 4 to 7 September. These are the food tours and tastings in Asheville to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

Asheville: Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack

Guided tour4 hours5.0 from 1 reviewsfrom $99

Experience the perfect introduction to Asheville's world-renowned craft beer scene on a guided behind-the-scenes tour to 3 local breweries or cider houses. Enjoy beer ...

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Asheville: Downtown Food Tour with 6 Tastings

Guided tour3 hoursfrom $85

Discover downtown Asheville on a guided food tour with 6 tastings. Learn about the city's history and architecture as you savor local flavors, including a chargrilled ...

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Private Walking Food Tour in Asheville Downtown Heritage

Private tour3 hoursfrom $842

Each tasting is included so you can savor without pause. What hidden hands shaped these flavors across time?

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Asheville Spring Herb Festival ★ 4.3

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Asheville Spring Herb Festival at the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher runs 70+ vendors of culinary herbs, heirloom vegetables and local food trucks.

Tip: Free entry, free parking. Friday-Saturday 08:30-17:00, Sunday 10:00-15:00. 12 miles south of Asheville. The largest herb festival in the US.

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LEAF Global Arts Festival ★ 4.2

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LEAF Global Arts Festival moved to Deerfields in Mills River in 2026 after 30 years at Lake Eden. Global music plus a compiled food village from chef-led.

Tip: Three-day camping or single-day tickets. Buy in advance; gate prices jump. Spring edition typically runs in May at the same site.

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