🎄 It’s A Wonderful Village
Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays in Historic Biltmore Village
This December, experience the magic of the season in Historic Biltmore Village — where twinkling lights, local charm, and festive traditions make it truly a wonderful village!
Throughout the month, the Village comes alive with family-friendly events, special shopping weekends, seasonal food and drinks, and plenty of holiday cheer. From carolers and cocoa to Santa himself, it’s the perfect place to celebrate, shop local, and make memories.
✨ Holiday Event Lineup
Shop the Village — November 29 through December 1
Kick off your holiday shopping during Black Friday and Small Business Weekend with Shop the Village!
Explore one-of-a-kind boutiques, artisan galleries, and specialty stores — all offering gifts as unique as Asheville itself. Many Village shops will feature special promotions, refreshments, and in-store experiences to celebrate the season and support local businesses.
Special Promotions:
The Corner Kitchen is offering 20% of gift cards (online and in-person) - Nov. 28 - Dec. 1
Monkees of Biltmore is offering a 20% off storewide sale, and 50% off select items - Nov. 28 - Dec. 1
Palm Village is offering 30% off of almost everything sale - Nov. 24 - Dec. 2
Spartina 449 is having a 30% off Black Friday Sale - Nov. 28
Village Artist Market is offering free gift wrapping throughout the month of December
White Lotus Boutique is having a BOGO 1/2 off Black Friday Sale, and offering 10% off gift cards - Nov. 28
Zen Skincare is offering 20% off gift cards - Nov. 26 - Dec. 1
Shop Who’s Open:
Biltmore Gate House Shop
Chico’s
Gardner’s Cottage
J.W. Bell
Monkee’s of Biltmore
New Morning Gallery
Palm Village - Lilly Pulitzer
Soma
Spartina 449
Talbots
Tina Stephens
Village Artist Market
White Lotus Boutique
Williams-Sonoma
Dine with our Restaurants:
The Corner Kitchen
Finch
Poppy Popcorn Pop-Up
Red Stag Grill
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Dickens Christmas in the Village — December 6–7
Step back in time as the spirit of Charles Dickens fills the Village with holiday cheer! Enjoy roving entertainers, costumed carolers, and warm treats like hot cocoa and apple cider as you stroll through the historic streets.
Saturday, December 6
Village Artist Market hosts violinist and market artist Sandy Herrault, playing live music from 3-5pm
Roving Entertainers
Ashgrove Garland & Asheville Morris dance troupes - authentic English country dance, and a part of our Dickens Festival for over 30 years!
Montford Moppets Carolers
Rapscallions - guitar duo playing instrumental holiday music
Badda Bing, Badda Boom! - a fun, seasonal vocal group
Burnside & Trismen - accordion and violin duo
Fan & Belle - an all women’s Dickens handbells and vocal group
Quicksilver Flute Choir
Shalene - string musician and singer
Biltmore Brass Ensemble
Sunday, December 7
Silly Willies Hot Dogs Food Truck will be in Biltmore Village with fresh, hot bratwerst from 12-4pm
🎅 Special Guest: Santa in the Village — Sunday, December 7 (1 - 4pm)
Santa Claus himself—along with Mrs. Claus—will make a special appearance in Historic Biltmore Village at New Morning Gallery! Bring your wish lists and cameras for a magical visit with Santa — perfect for kids and the young at heart.
Roving Entertainers
Montford Moppets Carolers
Land O’ Sky Chorus
Juan’s Holiday Balloons - master balloon creations
Steve Sarant - flutist
Village Brass
Men In Harmony
Simple Folk Quartet
WNC Brass Ensemble
Carolina Day School Carolers
Hillside Ramblers - guitar and fiddle duo
A Taste of the Village — December 11–31
🍸 Savor the flavors of the season all month long!
Restaurants, coffee shops, and eateries throughout Historic Biltmore Village will feature special holiday-inspired dishes, drinks, and treats from December 11 through 31.
Whether you’re in the mood for a cozy dinner, a festive cocktail, or a seasonal latte, this is your chance to explore the Village’s culinary scene and taste something wonderful.
Visit these Biltmore Village locations and check out their special holiday offerings:
🍷Biltmore Gate House Shop is highlighting their locally made Cabernet Sauvignon
☕ Finch - Gingerbread Spiced Latte
🍺 French Broad River Brewery - Seasonal Black IPA
🍷 + 🍸 The Corner Kitchen is featuring two specialty drinks served in collectible custom glasses showcasing the Biltmore Village + Corner Kitchen logo - Mulled Wine: Red Wine, George Dickel Rye, Apple Cider, Fruits and Spices; and Jingle Juice (Mocktail): Zilch Sparkling, Fall Spiced Simple Syrup, Lemon, and Cranberries
🍸 Red Stag Grill - The Crimson Stag holiday cocktail
🍫 William-Sonoma - Peppermint Bark
Kids Take Over the Village — Saturday, December 13
A day just for the kids — and the kids at heart! Bring the family for a day of festive fun across the Village, including:
🎅 Special Breakfast with Santa at McDonald’s (8am - 12pm)
🍿 Taylor Swift Birthday Party at Poppy Popcorn Pop-Up (11am - 6pm, with light bites from Finch from 12 - 1pm)
✨ Mermaid + Fairy Hair at Spartina (2-4pm)
🎨 Ornament Making at Palm Village
🪁 Lawn Games on the Village Green (moved to the parking garage at 10 Brook Street in case of inclement weather)
🧁 Holiday treats at J.W. Bell
🍸 Mom’s Mocktail Bar at Tina Stephens
🎁 Make your own gift with an artist at Village Artist Market
🛍️ Visit the Family Friendly Holiday Market at French Broad River Brewery
🎈 Face Painting at Premier Sotheby’s International Realty (2-4pm)
🎨 Crafts, music, and warm beverages at All Souls Cathedral’s lawn
It’s a joyful, playful celebration that’s sure to create lasting holiday memories.
Candlelight Caroling at the Cathedral — Sunday, December 21, 6pm
Gather together for a magical evening of carols by candlelight at The Cathedral of All Souls.
With candles glowing, hot chocolate from Corner Kitchen, and voices raised in song, this beloved community singalong is a heartwarming way to close the season and celebrate the spirit of togetherness that makes Historic Biltmore Village so special.
🎁 Plan Your Visit
Join us this December for It’s A Wonderful Village — a month of festive fun, local shopping, and holiday cheer in the heart of Asheville.
🎁 Sponsored By:
Historic Biltmore Village Association
Explore Asheville
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