Labor Day weekend events across Western North Carolina include the Canton Labor Day Festival, NC Apple Festival, Earl Scruggs Music Festival, arts events, live music and outdoor activities.
From LCD Soundsystem and Ben Harper to Little Feat, Gov’t Mule, Ziggy Marley, The War On Drugs and local artists, here’s where to find live music in Asheville and WNC in September.
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “The Odyssey” might have defined the summer box office, but there are plenty of hidden movie gems to discover as we head into the fall. Check out our reviews of “Tony,” “Colony,” “Buddy” and “It Ends.”
828 Day, Shindig on the Green, Gregory Alan Isakov, Asheville Craft Beer races, neighborhood festivals and theater are among the weekend events across WNC.
Fans gather at a West Asheville mural as wakes and community sing-alongs are planned across the region
The country music legend built a career spanning decades, with hit songs, Hollywood roles and the Dollywood theme park
The 2nd annual Asheville Film Festival ran from Aug. 21-23, 2026, at the Masonic Temple in downtown Asheville. Read a review of our favorite festival films below.
Downtown After 5, Pigeon RiverFest, Hazy Hideaway, Asheville Film Festival, Leftover Salmon, outdoor programs and theater are among the weekend events across WNC
Police say Panettiere was found unresponsive at Judson Mill Lofts in Greenville and pronounced dead at the scene
Picklepalooza, Eurofest Maggie Valley, Brews & Bears, the Asheville Quilt Show, live music, theater, outdoor volunteer work and community events are among the weekend options across WNC.