The shops, studios, and makers we send our guests to
Holiday shopping in Asheville is better when you start small. Every Main Street on this list is one we love, beginning with Weaverville, ten minutes from the farm.
Where do locals shop in downtown Weaverville, Main Street, and the surrounding area?
We always start here, because Main Street is ten minutes from the farm. In fact, you can browse galleries, pottery studios, and specialty shops in one walkable morning, then stop for lunch before heading into Asheville.
Galleries & Art
- Miya Gallery – Jewelry, local crafts and art from regional artists
- Crucible Glass Blowing Studios – Watch artists create beautiful glass pieces
- Reems Creek Pottery – Working pottery studio with Beth and Rob Mangum; beautiful handmade pottery
- Artisans on Main – Curated local artists offering lamps, woodworking, jewelry, and unique gifts
- Salvaterra Pottery – Local pottery studio
- Dry Ridge Gallery – Weaverville’s newest gallery
- Mangum Pottery Studio – Hand-crafted home decor pottery on Main Street
Specialty Shops
- Curtis Wright Outfitters – Specializing in fly fishing trips, falconry experiences, and other outdoor items
- Tessa’s Shop Around the Corner (55 N Main Street) – Linens, candles, lotions, and home décor items
- The Hidden Door – Boutique with unique finds
- Sanctuary of Stuff – Large, bright shop with reasonable prices and one-of-a-kind pieces by local artists
Special Event: Candlelight Stroll on Main Street, Friday, December 11, 2026, 6 to 9 pm, with holiday shopping, music, storytelling, and the lighting of the Main Street tree at 6.
Grove Arcade – Downtown Asheville
1 Page Avenue, Asheville, NC
Next, head downtown to the Grove Arcade. Built in 1929 as one of America’s first indoor shopping malls, this architectural gem features ornate details, glass skylights, and 35+ locally-owned businesses.
Special Event: Holiday Tree Lighting Block Party, Saturday, November 28, 2026. Free, with live jazz, Asheville Ballet performances, and an outdoor holiday market.
Featured Shops & Galleries
- Asheville NC Home Crafts – Yarn, handmade items, dolls, puppets, scarves, baskets
- Auratherapy – Wellness and aromatherapy products
- Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar – Used and rare books with a champagne bar
- Bette Boutique – Women’s clothing and accessories
- Bohemian Baby – Boho-style children’s clothing
- Caravans – Women’s clothing, jewelry, and accessories
- Enter the Earth – Fine minerals, fossils, and crystals
- Four Corners Home – Natural-material furniture and home goods from over 30 countries
- Katherine Alexander Fine Jewelry – Handmade fine jewelry from local jewelers
- Mission at the Grove – Curated regional art and unique finds
- Razberry Threads – Women’s and children’s clothing, gifts, and holiday home decor
- Roberto Coin – Fine Italian jewelry
- Serenity + Scott Apothecary – Organic cosmetics, skincare, fragrances, and specialty grooming products
- Southern Highland Craft Guild – Fine handmade craft from Southern Appalachian makers
- Spicewalla – Small-batch spices, signature blends, and rubs founded by chef Meherwan Irani
- Stevenson Rare Coins & Jewelry – Rare U.S. coins, currency, gold and silver
- The Watchmaker’s Shop – Watches and watch repair
- Wake Foot Sanctuary – Foot soaks and massage services with specialty products
Shopping Experience
- Indoor climate-controlled shopping
- Daily outdoor Makers Market on Page Avenue featuring rotating local artisans
- Restaurant Row with diverse dining options
- Historic architectural beauty with ornate details and a glass ceiling
Hours: Most shops open Monday-Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-5pm
Historic Biltmore Village
After downtown, continue south to Historic Biltmore Village, just outside the gates of Biltmore Estate, with brick sidewalks, boutiques, galleries, and good places to stop for lunch. In December the village celebrates It’s a Wonderful Village, with carolers, visits from Santa, and holiday shopping all month (2026 dates to be announced). A few shops and restaurants to start with:
- Finch Gourmet Market and Wine – Gourmet foods and wine, made for gifting.
- New Morning Gallery – Art gallery featuring local artists.
- Village Artist Market – Original art, pottery, jewelry, and gifts from more than 60 local artists.
- Grand Bohemian Gallery – Fine art gallery at the Grand Bohemian Hotel.
- Ginger Huebner Art – Colorful original paintings by an Asheville artist.
- JW Bell – Menswear outfitter in the Village since 1963.
- Lilly Pulitzer Palm Village Asheville – Boutique shopping experience.
- Dogwood Darlings – Children’s clothing, gifts, and toys.
- Appalachian Vintner – Wine shop with bottles to gift or take home.
- Village Antiques – Marketplace for antiques and treasure hunting.
- Antique Tobacco Barn – A sprawling antiques market just outside the Village.
- Zen Skincare and Waxing Studio – Facials, skin care, and massage.
- The Corner Kitchen – A beloved restaurant serving fresh, local cuisine.
- Red Stag Grill – Upscale dining with mountain views.
- Ruth’s Chris Steak House Asheville – Fine dining steakhouse.
River Arts District – Asheville
Meanwhile, the River Arts District is where you can watch the work being made: artist studios and galleries in converted warehouses along the French Broad River.
What Makes It Special
- 500+ artists back in studios, galleries, and collectives, creating in real time
- Watch artists weave scarves, fire pottery, turn wood bowls, or paint portraits
- Second Saturday Art Stroll – Monthly event highlighting diverse art and techniques
- Open studios where visitors can meet artists and discuss their creative process
Key Areas
- Roberts Street, Artful Way, Clingman Ave. Extension, Depot Street, River Arts Place, and Lyman Street
- 140 Roberts Street – Home to the North Carolina Glass Center
- Aura Arts (375 Depot Street) – Home to Trackside Studios
- The Marquee (Foundy Street) – Design market with vintage, antiques, and handmade goods
Notable Studios & Galleries
- North Carolina Glass Center – Watch glassblowing or book a make-your-own session
- NorthLight Studios – Contemporary art
- Trackside Studios – Working studios with classes and workshops
- Marquee Asheville – Design-centric market with vintage, antiques, artful decor, jewelry, and craft
- Pink Dog Creative – Artist studios and gallery space
- Cotton Mill Studios – Working studios in the historic cotton mill
- Wedge Studios – Artist studios alongside Wedge Brewing
- Odyssey Gallery of Ceramic Arts – Ceramics by regional clay artists
- Local Cloth – Fiber art studio and shop
- Mark Bettis Gallery – Fine art gallery
- Bottinelli Fine Art – Fine art gallery
- Jaime Byrd Contemporary Art Gallery – Contemporary art gallery
Art to Purchase
Paintings, ceramics, glass, sculpture, wood, fiber art, jewelry, handmade scarves, pottery, portraits, and more in all price ranges.
Note: The River Arts District is open, with working studios along Roberts Street, Artful Way, Depot Street, and Clingman Avenue.
Downtown Black Mountain, NC
20 minutes east of Asheville
If you have another day, Black Mountain is worth the drive. Its walkable downtown has over 20 locally owned shops featuring handmade pottery, European gifts, clothing, jewelry, antiques, candles, lotions, hand-woven baskets, and quilts.
Art Galleries
- Seven Sisters Craft Gallery – Work from 100+ local and regional artists
- Chifferobe Home and Garden Art Gallery (132 Cherry St) – Colorful, fun home decor from local artists
- Bella Gallery – Jewelry and local art
- Mountain Nest Gallery – Pottery and handmade craft
- The Old Depot Gallery – Local art in Black Mountain’s historic train depot
- Red House Gallery and Studios – Local artists’ gallery and working studios
- Cherry Street Gallery – Local art gallery
- The Courtyard Gallery – Art gallery
- Sarah Sunshine Pottery – Handmade pottery
Specialty Shops
- C.W. Moose Trading Company – Curated gifts celebrating the Blue Ridge Mountains; locally-made items
- Town Hardware & General Store – Spans three historic buildings; toys, gifts, hardware, and more
- Sassafras on Sutton – Toys and specialty items
- Take A Hike Mountain Outfitters (103 W State St) – Outdoor gear and hiking information
- Europa – Fine Gifts from Europe and America – European gifts and pottery
- Common Housefly – Kitchen and home goods
- Merry Wine Market – Wine, beer, and gourmet local foods
- Black Mountain Yarn Shop – Fiber arts supplies
- Bone-A-Fide Pet Boutique – Pet supplies and treats
- Tyson Furniture – Furniture and home decor
- Black Mountain Quilts – Handmade quilts
Special Event: Holly Jolly Celebration & Parade, Friday, December 4, 2026, with luminaries, carolers, food vendors, and a parade through downtown Black Mountain.
Downtown Hendersonville, NC
Historic Main Street – 6 walkable blocks
Finally, Hendersonville makes a full day trip. It’s the second-largest downtown in western North Carolina, with 100+ shops and galleries with beautiful landscaping and historic architecture.
Galleries & Studios
- Art MoB: Studios and Marketplace (124 4th Ave E) – 80+ artists with five working studios; all mediums
- Art on 7th (330 7th Ave E) – Curated gallery
- Silver Fox Gallery (20+ years) – Elegant furniture and art from 100+ local artists
- Woodlands Attire + Art (419 N Main St) – Nature-inspired gifts, furniture, clothing, jewelry, pottery, and woodwork
- Carolina Mountain Artists Guild (444 N Main St) – Gallery from a local artists guild founded in 1998
- Joan Lesikin Gallery (415 N Wall St) – Fabric art by Joan Lesikin
- Continuum (147 1st Ave) – Collective space for artists and makers
Specialty & Gift Shops
- Mast General Store (527 North Main) – Victorian housewares, toys, outdoor clothing in a historic building
- Casablanca Cigar Bar & Lounge (411 N. Main St) – Western North Carolina’s Largest Walk-in Humidor
- A Walk in the Woods (423 N Main St) – Handmade items from 70 local artists; fairy hair available
- All Nations Trading (514 N Main St) – Authentic Native American jewelry, dream catchers, pottery, Cherokee artifacts
- Artlantic Unique Handcrafts (317 N Main St) – Unique crafts from around the world
- Narnia Studios – Whimsical florist, gift boutique, American-made products, fairy garden items
- American Refinery (123 3rd Ave W) – Unique finds
- Joy of Books – Locally-owned independent bookstore
- The Emporium on Main (424 N Main St) – Around 100 independent vendors under one roof
- O.P. Taylor’s (126 N Main St) – Toy store packed with games, puzzles, and gifts
- Hendersonville Toy Company (315 S Church St) – Curated toys, books, and games for all ages
- Homestead (110 N Main St) – Fine linens, bed and bath, and gifts
- Willow Hill Soap Company (429 N Main St) – Handmade soaps and bath goods
- LazyOne of Hendersonville (501 N Main St) – Family pajamas and gifts
- Banana Moon (330 N Main St) – Women’s clothing boutique
- Razberry Threads (530 N Main St) – Women’s and children’s clothing, gifts, and holiday decor
- Emma’s Baby Boutique (210 N Main St) – Baby clothing and gifts
- Wag! A Unique Pet Boutique (231 N Main St) – Gifts and treats for dogs and cats
Special Events
- Holiday Tree Lighting – Friday, November 27, 2026, at the Historic Courthouse Plaza, as Santa arrives to light up Main Street
- Olde Fashioned Christmas – Friday, December 4, 2026, an evening of holiday shopping and entertainment downtown
Visitor Information
Hendersonville Visitor Center: 201 South Main Street
Shopping Tips for Holiday Gift-Giving
Why Shop Local This Season
- Support small businesses and local artisans
- Find truly one-of-a-kind gifts not available anywhere else
- Meet the artists and makers behind the products
- Sustainable shopping supporting the regional economy
- Beautiful mountain towns are perfect for a holiday shopping day trip
Best Shopping Days
- Wednesday-Saturday for River Arts District (most artists in studios)
- Friday-Saturday for the best selection in all areas
- Check individual business hours, as some close on specific days
Perfect Gifts to Find
- Handmade pottery and ceramics
- Original artwork and prints
- Locally crafted jewelry
- Blue Ridge Mountains-themed items
- Asheville-specific merchandise and artwork
- Natural fibers and textiles
- Hand-blown glass
- Artisan home goods
- Specialty food products and spices
- Vintage and antique treasures
- Native American crafts
- Unique toys and children’s items
From the farm, Weaverville’s Main Street is ten minutes away and downtown Asheville is fifteen. We can’t wait to welcome you this season. Ask us over breakfast for directions or our favorite stop of the day.