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VETERAN’S DAY 2018 – MEALS & DEALS

ASHEVILLE AREA MEALS & DEALS FOR VETERAN’S DAY 2018

In addition to the many parades, events, and ceremonies (CHECK THEM ALL OUT HERE), many restaurants and stores are offering Veteran’s Day Deals! Be prepared to show valid military ID or proof of past or present service. Free meals are for veterans, active, or former military only (specifics vary by location), and any accompanying friends or family members will likely be full price. Many of these offers are what have been announced by their corporate offices, and may vary by local location, so call ahead to be sure. We’ll update this list as new deals are posted. Thank you for your service!

FREE (or discounted) MEALS FOR VETERANS

NOVEMBER 9TH

HUDDLE HOUSE … Free order of Sweet Cakes to all active military members and veterans with proper I.D. from Nov. 9-12.

NOVEMBER 10TH 

HUDDLE HOUSE … Free order of Sweet Cakes to all active military members and veterans with proper I.D. from Nov. 9-12.

PILOT FLYING J TRAVEL CENTERS (Marion & Waynesville locations) … From November 10–12, active-duty and retired military veterans can redeem an offer in the Pilot Flying J app to enjoy a free Pilot Coffee of any size with their choice of a PJ Fresh breakfast sandwich, packaged pastry item or a Cinnabon Center of the Roll.

RICEVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT AUXILLIARY … FREE Veterans Appreciation Meal! Spaghetti, rolls, salad, dessert, and drinks. For veterans and their families. Nov 10th, 5:00pm-7:00pm.

NOVEMBER 11th

APPLEBEE’S … Veterans and active duty military receive a free meal from a limited menu, on November 11.

BONEFISH GRILL … Bonefish Grill is giving out free Bang Bang Shrimp appetizers to military and veterans.

BOSTON MARKET … Veterans and active duty personnel can get a BOGO deal–buy one individual meal with drink and get a second free. The coupon (but no I.D.) is required for the deal and available at BostonMarket.com (available starting Monday, November 5). Nov 11th & 12th.

BUFFALO WILD WING … Veterans and active duty military personnel receive one small order of wings and a side of fries for free on November 11.

CARRABBA’S … Carrabba’s offers a FREE appetizer from November 11 through November 13.

CHILI’S … Veterans and active military service members get a free meal from a limited menu on November 11. Today and every day, we thank you, our veterans and active military members who define selfless service. We look forward to once again showing our gratitude with a complimentary meal as a small way to honor your service and the sacrifices you’ve made for our country. Thank you will never be enough.

CHIPOTLE … Stop by any participating U.S. Chipotle location on Sunday, 11/11 and show your military ID. “We’ll set you up with a BUY-ONE/GET-ONE FREE burrito, bowl, salad, or order of tacos, as a small, (foil-wrapped) token of thanks for your service. Valid in-stores only, for veterans, active military, and military families with ID.

CHUCK E CHEESE’S … Active duty, national guard, retired and veterans with valid Military ID or proof of military service can enjoy a free individual 1-topping pizza on November 11.

CICI’S PIZZA … Get your free buffet on Veterans Day, including pizza, salads, dessert, and more.

CRACKER BARREL … Veterans get a complimentary slice of Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake or a Crafted Coffee on November 11.

DUNKIN DONUTS … On November 11, veterans and active duty military receive a free donut at participating locations.

FROSTBITE ICECREAM … While we have specials every day for our veterans, enlisted, and first responders, we want to express our humble gratitude to any and all who served in our armed forces with FREE ICE CREAM. Come in and enjoy a small ice cream and topping on us as a token of our appreciation for your service! Newsletter subscribers will get a medium!

HICKORY TAVERN … Veterans & Active Duty Military enjoy a FREE Tavern Burger with purchase of a beverage. Dine in only.

HOOTERS (Gastonia) … Hooters welcomes all active-duty and retired military to stop in for a free meal this Veterans Day as a “thank you” for their service. On Sunday, November 11, all veterans who present a military ID or proof of service and purchase a beverage at any participating Hooters location nationwide will receive a free entrée from the Hooters Veterans Day Menu (available for dine-in only).

HUDDLE HOUSE … Free order of Sweet Cakes to all active military members and veterans with proper I.D. from Nov. 9-12.

IHOP … Free red, white, and blue pancakes with blueberries, strawberries, and whipped cream

KRISPY KREME … Military and Veterans get 1 free donut and small coffee on Veterans Day

LEE’S HOAGIE HOUSE (Candler) … Thank you to all of our Veterans. Please enjoy $2.00 off any single order today on Veterans Day. Coupon on their Facebook page expires Dec. 11th … https://www.facebook.com/pg/LeesHoagiesCandler/posts/?ref=notif

LITTLE CAESAR’S … Free $5 HOT-N-READY Lunch Combos, which includes four slices of DEEP!DEEP! Dish pepperoni pizza and a 20 ounce Pepsi product, on November 11, 2018 to each veteran or active member of the United States military between 11:00am and 2:00pm.

LOGAN’S ROADHOUSE (Gastonia) … On November 11 between 3 and 6 pm, veterans and military personnel receive a free meal from the American Roadhouse Meals menu.

LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE … All veterans can visit a LongHorn Steakhouse this November 11 to get a free appetizer or dessert in honor of Veterans Day. There’s also a full table 10% discount they’re giving away, which means even your family and friends can take advantage of Veterans Day.

MOD PIZZA … On November 11, MOD Pizza is giving out free pizza or salad to veterans and active military members. This Veterans Day free food offer is valid all day on Sunday the 11th and is valid at all 385+ MOD Pizza locations. Military ID is required when you get your complimentary Veterans Day pizza at MOD Pizza.

MTN FRESH ORCHARD … free apple cider donut and a cup of coffee

O’CHARLEY’S … Military and Vets get free $9.99er meals all day long on Veterans Day. Choose from Famous Chicken Tenders & Fries, Honey Drizzled Southern-Fried Chicken, Homestyle Chicken Pot Pie, and more. 

OLIVE GARDEN … Choose from 6 popular entrees from Olive Garden’s menu for free on Veterans Day.

ON THE BORDER MEXICAN GRILL & CANTINA (Gastonia) … On The Border would like to thank active and former military members for their service on Sunday, November 11 with a free meal. Simply present proof of military ID or service, and enjoy a Free Create-Your-Own Combo 2 Meal. Choose any two items off the combo menu like tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, mini chimis and more! All served with Mexican rice and beans, plus endless chips & salsa.

OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE … “Military Mates” and their families can get a free bloomin onion and drink.

PANERA BREAD … IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY, PANERA BREAD WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED OUR COUNTRY. WEAR YOUR UNIFORM OR SHOW YOUR MILITARY ID OR DISCHARGE PAPERS AT ANY OF THE PARTICIPATING PANERA BREAD LOCATIONS BELOW ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 TO RECEIVE A FREE YOU-PICK-TWO MEAL.

PILOT FLYING J TRAVEL CENTERS (Marion & Waynesville locations) … From November 10–12, active-duty and retired military veterans can redeem an offer in the Pilot Flying J app to enjoy a free Pilot Coffee of any size with their choice of a PJ Fresh breakfast sandwich, packaged pastry item or a Cinnabon Center of the Roll.

RED LOBSTER … In honor of Veterans Day, Red Lobster will be offering a free appetizer or dessert to veterans, active-duty military and reservists with a valid military ID on Sunday, November 11 and Monday, November 12.

RUBY TUESDAY … Veterans, active duty and reserve service members get a free appetizer on November 11.

SAGEBRUSH STEAKHOUSE (Canton & Waynesville) … Veterans and active duty military receive a free meal from a select menu on November 11.

STARBUCKS …Veterans, active duty service members and military spouses, enjoy a free tall (12 fl oz) hot brewed coffee on Veterans Day (11/11) at any participating Starbucks®store. *Limit one per customer.

TEXAS ROADHOUSE … Choose from 10 lunch offers, including a complimentary beverage.

TGI FRIDAY’S … Get a free lunch menu item up to $12 from 11 a.–2 p.m. Guests will also receive a $5 coupon for their next meal at Fridays. Offer for dine-in only. 

WESTVILLE PUB … Thank you to all our Veterans! Please come enjoy 15% off your meal today at Westville Pub and All Sevens Brewing!

WILD WING CAFE … Veterans eat for free all day from select items on November 11 at participating locations.

NOVEMBER 12th

BONNIE & CLYDE’S APPALACHIAN CUISINE (Marshall) … Ms. Bonnie is a wonderful person who wants to honor veterans who have served their Country. This delicious supper is free for VETERANS only, but paying GUESTS are allowed to attend. NOTE: THIS EVENT IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. IT IS ONLY FOR VETERANS AND THEIR GUESTS. Proof of Military Service is REQUIRED. RSVP by calling Bonnie at 828-779-0122 so she can plan accordingly. Nov 12th, 6:00pm.

BOSTON MARKET … Veterans and active duty personnel can get a BOGO deal–buy one individual meal with drink and get a second free. The coupon (but no I.D.) is required for the deal and available at BostonMarket.com (available starting Monday, November 5). Nov 11th & 12th.

BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA ASHEVILLE … We’re grateful for the service of our armed forces every day, but on Veterans Day this Monday, retired or active duty military will get a BOGO entrée at any Brixx location with ID. Thank you for all you do.

BRUEGGER’S BAGELS … All veterans and active military get a free any-size drip coffee.

CARRABBA’S … Carrabba’s offers a FREE appetizer from November 11 through November 13.

CHICK-FIL-A (Asheville Mall) … Veteran’s Appreciation Day! Today from 10:00am-9:00pm receive one free Chick-fil-a Sandwich with a government issued military ID. *one per person per day*

CHICK-FIL-A (Merrimon Avenue) … Thank you to all of our Veterans! As our thank you for your service, we have decided to give all Veterans a FREE Original Sandwich! Come by Chick-Fil-A Merrimon Avenue from 10:30AM-9PM and receive a FREE Original Chick-Fil-A Sandwich on us!

CHICK-FIL-A SOUTH ASHEVILLE & TUNNEL ROAD DRIVE THRU LOCATIONS … One free Chick-fil-A sandwich with government issued military ID. **one per person per day. 11:00am-9:00pm

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK … Veterans and active-duty military personnel can enjoy a free Chick Special and regular size drink. (ALTHOUGH THIS WAS A NATIONAL OFFER IN 2017 AS WELL, OUR LOCAL FRANCHISEE WAS NOT PARTICIPATING, AND MAY OR MAY NOT BE HONORING THE OFFER AGAIN THIS YEAR. CALL AHEAD TO BE SURE)

DENNY’S … All veterans, active, and retired military personnel at all participating Denny’s restaurants nationwide will receive a free Build Your Own Grand Slam breakfast on Monday, Nov. 12, from 5 a.m. to noon. Diners must show ID to receive this offer.\

DUCK DONUTS (Asheville, NC) … May we never forget that freedom isn’t free. Our deepest gratitude for those who have served for our country. Monday, 11/12/18 all veterans and active service members who visit our store will receive a free small coffee!

FARM BURGER DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE … In order to celebrate National Veteran’s Day, we will be giving 10% off to veterans who come into either of our locations on Monday Nov, 12th. You must show your ID or another form of veteran identification in order to receive the discount.

FARM BURGER SOUTH ASHEVILLE … In order to celebrate National Veteran’s Day, we will be giving 10% off to veterans who come into either of our locations on Monday Nov, 12th. You must show your ID or another form of veteran identification in order to receive the discount.

FATZ CAFE … Veterans and active military get a free World Famous Calabash Chicken basket on November 12. Fatz will also host Military Appreciation Month in November with a special offer all month long. From November 1 to 30, veterans and active military members will receive 25% off their entrée.

GOLDEN CORRAL … Golden Corral Restaurants’ Military Appreciation Night free dinner will be available on November 12, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Military retirees, veterans, active duty, National Guard and Reserves are all welcome.

HUDDLE HOUSE … Free order of Sweet Cakes to all active military members and veterans with proper I.D. from Nov. 9-12.

PILOT FLYING J TRAVEL CENTERS (Marion & Waynesville locations) … From November 10–12, active-duty and retired military veterans can redeem an offer in the Pilot Flying J app to enjoy a free Pilot Coffee of any size with their choice of a PJ Fresh breakfast sandwich, packaged pastry item or a Cinnabon Center of the Roll.

RED LOBSTER … In honor of Veterans Day, Red Lobster will be offering a free appetizer or dessert to veterans, active-duty military and reservists with a valid military ID on Sunday, November 11 and Monday, November 12.

SALVAGE STATION … 50% off all food, all day 

SHONEY’S (Franklin) … Shoney’s Offers FREE All You Care To Eat, Freshly Prepared Breakfast Bar for Veterans and Active Duty Military When the Heroes’ Holiday is Being Observed – Monday, November 12

SOCIAL LOUNGE … We’re offering 20% off all day and rolling out new menus all around. Stop by and dry off with us

TRAVEL CENTERS OF AMERICA … Veterans and active military eat free at Country Pride Restaurants inside Trevale Centers of America location! Thank you veterans for your sacrifice!

ZAXBY’S OF MARION … To show our appreciation for the courageous men and women who serve, we’re inviting all veterans and active military to enjoy a free hand-breaded fillet sandwich tomorrow. *Offer only valid at participating locations on Monday, November 12.

ZAXBY’S (1650 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC) … To show our appreciation for the courageous men and women who serve, we’re inviting all veterans and active military to enjoy a free hand-breaded fillet sandwich tomorrow. *Offer only valid at participating locations on Monday, November 12.

NOVEMBER 13th

CARRABBA’S … Carrabba’s offers a FREE appetizer from November 11 through November 13.

 

2017 MEAL OFFERS THAT MAY REOCCUR IN 2018, BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ANNOUNCED YET

ARBY’S … FREE Roast Beef Classic Sandwich during regular business hours on Veterans Day

CHEDDAR’S …

THE CHOCOLATE FETISH … free piece of chocolate

DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT (Asheville & Canton locations) … Veterans and active military get a free meal on November 11. Dickey’s is also offering anyone in the party that dines with a veteran a free Big Yellow Cup with purchase.

HONEYBAKED HAM … Veterans and active duty military members get a free lunch st select locations on November 11.

RYAN’S … Veterans and active duty military get a free buffet and drink on November 11.

SPRUCE PINE CHEVROLET GMC … free breakfast for veterans at the dealership, 9:00am-10:00am

ZOE’S KITCHEN … free meal. call your local store to see if there is a special menu.

 

DISCOUNTED ATTRACTIONS/SERVICES

AMF BOWLING CO (Star Lanes Asheville, NC) … We are honoring all veterans today with 2 FREE games. Roll in and enjoy a deserved day on the lanes! [Please have your military ID ready]

ASHEVILLE SALT CAVE … Happy Veterans Day to all who served! We appreciate you and thank you for your service! We honor your service with 15% OFF Salt Cave Sessions EVERYDAY!! Promo code – military (Must show ID) … Www.ashevillesaltcave.com

CATALOOCHEE SKI AREA (Maggie Valley) … So, this happened…WE’RE OPENING! Sunday only, 9am-4:30pm, 2 beginner slopes, 1 beginner lift, and $25.00 lift tickets. And #thankyouforyourservice Veterans, all Veterans get a FREE lift ticket.

CHIMNEY ROCK … Veterans, reservists, retired and active military personnel are our American heroes, and Chimney Rock would like to honor your service with a free visit to Chimney Rock State Park during November 7-11, 2018. Must present military ID or proof of service.

CLAYING AROUND … We are Open on Monday (Nov 12th), 11:00am-6:00pm. All Veterans get 20% off! Thank you to all our veterans

HENDERSONVILLE FAMILY DENTAL … Nov 12th, 7:30am-5:00pm. All Veterans are welcome! This is our 6th year providing free dental care to Veterans! You served us, let us serve you! We provide dental cleanings and same day treatment that is needed. It is first come first serve, so be here by 7:30 a.m. with proof of service. We look forward to this every year!

GREAT CLIPS … Free haircut or coupon for future haircut. Participating Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to all active duty military and veterans (with valid ID.)

GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN RAILROAD … Military ride free from November 7-10, 2018 on 10:30 am Tuckasegee Excursion in any class of seating. Promotion doesn’t include family members just the active or veteran military. Proof of service may be required. Book by phone or in Depot only.

HARD EXERCISE WORKS … Join us November 7th-12th as we honor those who give the ultimate sacrifice to our Country. Military members receive FREE WORKOUTS all week long! Help us spread the word and get ready to sweat!

HOME DEPOT … Gift your favorite Veteran a Challenge Coin Holder to beautifully display their memories of accomplishment during service. In this Veterans Day Celebration of Services workshop, our experienced Store Associate will guide you through the steps to cut, stain and assemble a display case that highlights the many missions, leaders and units your Veteran has encountered. The Home Depot Workshops are designed to provide a mix of associate-led instruction, demonstration, and some hands-on learning. Materials can be purchased to make your own project. For more information, contact your local Home Depot store. Nov 10th, 10:00am-11:30am.

INSPIRED CHANGE YOGA … Veterans practice for $39 a month. Today and Everyday, Inspired Change Yoga honors our Veterans! We can not thank you enough for all the sacrifices you have made for each of us on a daily basis!

LAKEVIEW PUTT AND PLAY, LLC … Thank you to all our veterans who have fought to protect our freedom! We will be open tomorrow, Nov. 12 from 10-8 pm. To show our appreciation,all veterans will get $2 off a round of golf, just ask for the discount!

LYDA FARMS … A salute to all Veterans from Lyda Farms. Thank you for your service. Stop by the farm today for a free gift.

MEINEKE … The national offer is a free oil change, but our local franchisees in Asheville are offering 1/2 off.

MILLS RIVER DENTAL … Dear Veterans, You’ve done so much for us. You did it willing to let us be free. Now let us return the favor and let it be on us! Monday November 12th 7am-2pm! First come first serve. Cleanings, Needed Fillings, and Extractions!

MOUNTAIN PLAY LODGE … Here at Mountain Play Lodge we try to honor your time, service and sacrifice in the best way we can… helping to give you quality family time! All day, everyday by showing us your active Military ID you get 20% off Children’s Admissions. We allowed adults to play with their kiddos on all of our play equipment, so embrace your big kid side and head on over! Open for fun from 10am-8pm.

NATIONAL PARKS … free entrance

NAVITAT CANOPY ADVENTURES … All U.S. Military Veterans* and current active duty Military* zipline for FREE at Navitat Asheville on November 9, 10, and 11. Dependents (spouse and children) are eligible for a 10% discount off their ticket price! Note: This is a first-call, first-served event; limited departures are available each day, so book early! Simply call 855-628-4828 to book and mention their “Salute to Service” event. Each Veteran may choose one tour to experience free of charge during this weekend-long event. Choose from the following: Moody Cove Adventure, Blue Ridge Experience, or Guided RTV Excursions (new!). *Veterans/Military receiving complimentary tours must show qualifying identification at check-in: a Military ID, Veteran ID, Veteran listed on Drivers License, or DD-214.

NORTH CAROLINA GLASS CENTER … Nov 10th, 11:00am-4:00pm … North Carolina Glass Center is excited to be participating in a national day of glass blowing for Veterans. This event is an opportunity for any Veteran or Active Service member to come play with fire, learn some basic flame working techniques and create a one of a kind marble. Each class is one hour and length, with availability from 11-4 pm. Join us after the workshop from 4-6 at Wedge Brewery for a pint! This is a FREE to any Veteran or Active Service Member! When friends and family sign up for Make Your Own Marble, 50% of class proceeds will be donated to Wounded Warrior Project.

THE OLD ORCHARD INN SALUDA BED & BREAKFAST … We are offering one free night in any room upstairs in the Inn to the first active military to reserve with us for November 11, 2018. https://www.bandbsforvets.org

SERPENTARIUM MAGIC INC … We can never Thank Our Veterans Enough, but here at Serpentarium Magic would like to invite All Veterans to drop by for a visit at No Charge Saturday !! Just let us know at the door and your admission is FREE !! You have paid enough for Our Great Country Already!!

SMOKY MOUNTAIN SK8WAY & FUN ZONE … Veterans skate free all weekend. Nov 9th 6:00pm-10:00pm, Nov 10th 1:00pm-10:00pm, and Nov 11th 1:00pm-6:00pm

SPORT CLIPS … Free haircut or coupon for future haircut. Participating Sport Clips locations will offer free haircuts to all active duty military and veterans (with valid ID.)

SUNDAYS AT THE OPRY at COLONIAL THEATER (Canton, North Carolina) … Nov 11th, 4:00pm-6:00pm. Come out and celebrate Veterans Day at 3pm at the Pisgah Memorial Stadium and then stop by the Colonial Theatre to see some great local talent. (Veterans get in FREE).

VETERAN JAM 5K … Nov 24th. Free registration for veterans to run, walk , or wheel (register at VeteranJam.org). Veteran Jam’s Annual 5K Race Against PTSD is held to promote awareness of Post-traumatic stress amongst our veterans and the overwhelming suicide rates surrounding them. We’ve teamed up with many veterans Organizations and Non-Profits that provide services, camaraderie, and healing to veterans and their families. At this particular event, veterans and the community alike are able to meet and gain resources to aid in building community and purpose.

WESTGATE RESORTS … In honor of Veterans Day, we’re giving away 1,500 free vacations to eligible U.S. military personnel this Friday. Learn more at WestgateSalutes.com

YMCA of WNC … Nov 9th-12th – All active military members, veterans, and their families are welcome to visit any of the eight YMCA of Western North Carolina for FREE in honor of National Military Family Month. “From all of us at the YMCA of Western North Carolina, thank you for your service. Must be 18 or over with a valid photo ID and proof of military service.”

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2017 DISCOUNTED ATTRACTIONS/SERVICES THAT MAY REOCCUR IN 2018, BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ANNOUNCED YET

ASHEVILLE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE … Free admission 11/11/17 for veterans and active military personnel

AUTOBELL CARWASH …

FIRED UP CREATIVE LOUNGE … 10% discount

FOX-N-OTTER ADVENTURE PUZZLE ROOMS … Veterans Play FREE 11/11/17

HANDS ON MUSEUM: A CHILDREN’S GALLERY … free admission on Saturday, November 11th for all veterans or active duty military personnel

LAUNCH TRAMPOLINE PARK … 10% off Jump Time

PISGAH FOREST GEM MINE … an unspecified military discount is offered

WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA AIR MUSEUM … FREE admission to all veterans on Veterans Day Saturday, November 11, 2017 and also on Sunday, November 12. Free admission is limited to the veteran only. Parking is $5.

ZIPS CAR WASH (Tunnel Rd & Patton Ave locations) … free car wash

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DISCOUNTS AT STORES

BED, BATH & BEYOND … From November 9-12, VetRewards Card holders are recognized with a 25% discount in-store on your entire purchase at Bed Bath & Beyond Stores nationwide. This 25% discount is also available from other stores in the Bed Bath & Beyond family of brands, Christmas Tree Shops, Buy Buy Baby, Harmon Face Values and Cost Plus World Market.

COST PLUS WORLD MARKET … From November 9-12, VetRewards Card holders are recognized with a 25% discount in-store on your entire purchase at Bed Bath & Beyond Stores nationwide. This 25% discount is also available from other stores in the Bed Bath & Beyond family of brands, Christmas Tree Shops, Buy Buy Baby, Harmon Face Values and Cost Plus World Market.

DIAMOND BRAND OUTFITTERS … retired and active duty military get 20% off their purchase

DOLLAR GENERAL … Dollar General will offer 11 percent off qualifying purchases for Veterans Day on Sunday, November 11, 2018 to all veterans, active duty military, members of the National Guard & Reserve and their immediate family members. We proudly offer this discount in-store at more than 15,000 store locations or online by using the promo code MILITARY11. Dollar General thanks our service men and women for their tremendous contributions to our country.

FOOD LION … Veterans, active military members and their families receive a 10% MVP discount on Monday, November 12th, 2018

FRUGAL BACKPACKER … retired and active duty military get 20% off their purchase 

GOODWILL … All active and non-active military members of Club Goodwill REwards receive a military discount of 10% off your entire purchase each and every Tuesday. In honor of Veterans Day, this discount will be extended through November 11th.

GOODYEAR AUTO SERVICE … Goodyear Auto Service locations nationwide are offering active and retired military members and first responders free “Checks for Vets,” plus up to $250 off tires. Effective November 9 through 11, “Checks for Vets” includes free tire, brake and battery checks. Military and first responders will also receive 10% off tires, which means $250 in savings when used with additional offers in-store.

GREYHOUND … If you’re an active or retired military service member, you’ll get 10% off full-price tickets for you and your family when purchased at the station.

HARRIS TEETER … Today, we honor the brave men and women who served our country. To say thank you for your commitment and sacrifice, all veterans will receive 11% off their total purchase on November 11th.

HELZBERG DIAMONDS … Helzberg Diamonds is grateful to our military and their families for their sacrifices, dedication and service to our country. To show our appreciation, we are proud to offer a 10% discount to all Active Duty, Military Retirees, Disabled Veterans, and Registered dependents of Active Duty/Retirees when you place your order in-store, online, or at 1-800-435-9237. We will need to verify your status, so please have all relevant information ready. Once we have verified your status, we will gladly send you your one-time promotion code and process your order with the 10% discount. Please note that this discount cannot be combined with any other promotion and is not applicable toward loose diamonds from Create Your Own Helzberg Diamond Ring™ or custom gemstone jewelry.

HOME DEPOT … 10% off purchase. The Home Depot(R) is offering all active duty personnel, reservists, retired military, veterans and their families (with ID card) a 10 percent discount off their purchases in honor of Veteran’s Day. Some limitations may apply.

HOT TOPIC … Get a 10% military discount.

JOANN’S FABRICS … FREE Classes! Choose from: Learn to sew, learn to knit, learn to crochet, or learn to decorate with frosting

LOWE’S HOME IMPROVEMENT … Lowe’s Companies, Inc. will offer all active, reserve, honorably discharged, retired military personnel and their immediate family members a 10 percent discount on in-store U.S. purchases made during the Veterans Day holiday. The discount is available on in-stock and special order purchases up to $5,000. To qualify, individuals must present a valid military ID or other proof of service. Excluded from the discount are sales via Lowes.com, previous sales, and purchases of services or gift cards.

MATTRESS FIRM … Nov. 9 – Nov. 12, 2018. 20% off any purchase for current and former military members, veterans’ families, and first responders. Offer valid in-store with military or first responder ID or online through call or chat. Some exclusions may apply.

MICHAEL’S … Michaels Stores offers a 15% OFF military discount on the entire in-store purchase including sale items for active duty, retired military, guard, reservists, veterans and family members. (year round offer)

PANDORA STORE AT ASHEVILLE OUTLETS … This weekend at Pandora Store at Asheville Outlets veterans will receive 25% off their total purchase. *Must be active or retired member of the military, or spouse/domestic partner/dependent. ID required at the time of purchase. Offer valid 11/8/18-11/12/18.

POFFIE GIRLS (Gastonia) … Poffie Girls is proud to yet again partner with Brides Across America and GIVE AWAY wedding gowns and accessories 100% FREE to military brides! In the past seven years we have donated over $100,000 in wedding dresses, veils and jewelry to brides to be from twelve different states. There is laughter, tears and squeals of joy when the girls find THE ONE and we couldn’t be more excited to be a part of honoring our men and women in uniform by doing so!! http://bridesacrossamerica.com/

PUBLIX … 10% off, Nov. 11, 2018. Military members, veterans, and their families save 10% on groceries on November 11 (proof of service required). This offer excludes prescriptions, alcohol, tobacco, gift cards, lottery tickets, postage stamps, and money services.

RACK ROOM SHOES … 10% off Military Discount honored on Memorial Day, Independence Day and Veteran’s Day. In-store only with valid U.S. Military ID.

TARGET … And as a special thank you to guests, we’re proud to offer a 10-percent military discount on purchases made in-store and online at Target.com from Nov. 4-12, for the second year in a row. Visit Target.com/military to learn more and get the offer.

TRACTOR SUPPLY … 15% discount: This Veterans Day, customers with a valid military ID or proof of service and their dependents will receive 15 percent off their entire purchase at Tractor Supply. This discount will be offered on Nov. 11 and will be available at all of Tractor Supply’s more than 1,725 locations nationwide.

UNDER ARMOUR … 15% Discount: 15% Off for Veterans, Service Members, and First Responders during Veterans Day week (normally 10% through the rest of the year). Under Armour supports the military, veteran, and First Responder communities year-round.

WALGREENS … NOV 9th-11th … 20% off eligible regular priced items in store with Balance Rewards Card.

 

2017 DISCOUNTS AT STORES THAT MAY REOCCUR IN 2018, BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ANNOUNCED YET

THE BICYCLE THRIFT SHOP … 25% off your purchase 11/11/17

BROOKS BROTHERS FACTORY STORE AT ASHEVILLE OUTLETS … 25% off on in-store purchases

CATAWBA BREWING CO. … 25% off Catawba merchandise at all four of their tasting rooms on 11/11/17

EARTH FARE … 5% off your purchase on 11/11/17 for all active duty and retired military

FIRESTONE … 10% off lowest advertised price for service

FOOD MATTERS MARKET – BREVARD … 20% off on Nov 11th

FRESH MARKET … 

HARLEY DAVIDSON OF ASHEVILLE … BOGO Dealer T-Shirts this weekend only

INGLES … 10% off purchase with online coupon

LE CREUSET AT ASHEVILLE OUTLETS … 40% off Store wide November 10-13, 2017.

MTN MERCH … 10% off in store for all veterans and their families (year round offer)

STUDIO CAPELLU W/STYLIST KENDAL BURGESS … FREE Haircut

TOPS FOR SHOES … 11% off order

 

https://www.military.com/veterans-day/restaurants-veterans-day-military-discounts.html?fbclid=IwAR1l3ZhhNxTwXVC4vy2jn3Ka9zP1uFJ5f3uszZgmO7cNsNFNssEbx2Q3A94

https://themilitarywallet.com/veterans-day-retail-discounts/

Fresh Flower Thanksgiving Center Piece FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY CONTEST

GIVEAWAY TIME!

We have been gifted 1 EACH to give away to 3 LUCKY WINNERS, fresh flower Thanksgiving center pieces from Farm to Function Floral Design, similar to the arrangement pictured (colors of pumpkin and flowers will vary), valued at $35 (delivery is included to an Asheville address, or to Asheville Chocolates for you to pick up)

For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is …

(1️⃣) LIKE: the Family Friendly Asheville, and Farm To Function Floral Design FACEBOOK PAGES (a follow is awesome and totally appreciated, but only a LIKE will qualify)

(2️⃣) LIKE : the FACEBOOK POST

(3️⃣) SHARE: the FACEBOOK POST

(4️⃣) COMMENT on the FACEBOOK POST: #farmtofunction

(5️⃣) Live in the Asheville delivery area, or be willing to pick up your arrangement at Asheville Chocolates, if you win

💯❗️ (*ALL 5 steps must be completed for your entry to qualify!*)

You can also TAG your friends if you want, but we’d recommend tagging friends that will be coming over for Thanksgiving that will gift the arrangement to you, if they win! 😜 lol!

👉 That’s it! Deadline to enter is NOON on November 18th, in time for you to order your arrangement for Thanksgiving! Good luck!

🏆 Winner will be chosen at random, and will be announced November 18th after noon on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page.

💻 Learn more about Farm to Function Floral Design HERE: https://www.farmtofunctionfloraldesign.com/

☑️ This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, and your entry is your agreement to release Facebook of all liability associated with this contest.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/FamilyFriendlyAVLFB

FARM TO FUNCTION FLORAL DESIGN:

http://bit.ly/FarmtoFunctionFB

 

Tis the Season Holiday Fair Tickets FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY CONTEST

GIVEAWAY TIME!

We have been gifted 2 tickets EACH to give away to 3 LUCKY WINNERS, to the Tis the Season Holiday Fair in the Davis Center & Expo Building at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher. “A festive shopping event featuring fabulous art, crafts, gifts, adornments for the home as well as delectable holiday food and NC wines.” These tickets are for adult admission. Children 12 and under are FREE. You can choose to use your tickets on November 16th 10:00am-6:00pm, 17th10:00am-6:00pm, or 18th 10:00am-5:00pm.

For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is …

(1️⃣) LIKE: the Family Friendly Asheville, and Tis the Season Holiday Fair FACEBOOK PAGES (a follow is awesome and totally appreciated, but only a LIKE will qualify)

(2️⃣) LIKE : the FACEBOOK POST

(3️⃣) SHARE: the FACEBOOK POST

(4️⃣) COMMENT on the FACEBOOK POST

💯❗️ (*ALL 4 steps must be completed for your entry to qualify!*)

You can also TAG your friends if you want, but we’d recommend tagging friends that will take you to the holiday fair, if they win! 😜 lol!

That’s it! Deadline to enter is NOON on November 14th. Good luck!

🏆 Winner will be chosen at random, and will be announced November 14th after noon on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page.

💻 Learn more about the Tis the Season Holiday Fair HERE: https://www.wncholidayfair.net/

☑️ This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, and your entry is your agreement to release Facebook of all liability associated with this contest.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/FamilyFriendlyAVLFB

TIS THE SEAON HOLIDAY FAIR:

http://bit.ly/TisTheSeasonAVLFB

 

HALLOWEEN 2018 – MEALS & DEALS

ASHEVILLE AREA MEALS & DEALS FOR HALLOWEEN 2018

Asheville Parents! Don’t feel like cooking this Halloween before or after heading out to trick or treat? Family Friendly Asheville’s got your back! We’ve rounded up some deals for you, so you don’t have to! Check them all out below! Happy Halloween!

ALL MONTH

CHUCK E CHEESE’S … Kids in costume get 50 free tickets when they stop in in costume. Valid all month of October 2018.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31st

BEEF O-BRADY’S … ALL DAY … Kids in costume eat free Wednesday with the purchase of an adult meal at participating locations. One free kids meal per adult entrée purchase.

 

BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA … Here’s a spooky and spicy surprise! Show them their Facebook post on Halloween to get TWO FREE ENTREES with the purchase of two dine-in entrees and two beverages.

 

CICI’S PIZZA … ALL DAY … Kids wearing costumes get a free kid’s buffet meal with the purchase of an adult buffet and regular size drink on Halloween. Limit one child meal per adult purchase.

 

CHIPOTLE … 3:00pm-Close … $4 BURRITOS ON HALLOWEEN. Come get ghoulish with us. Just stop by any Chipotle in costume to get a $4 burrito, bowl, salad, or order of tacos. Excludes online, mobile, fax and catering orders. Limit one Boorito per person; must be in costume to qualify. Determination of whether a ‘costume’ qualifies for the offer is at the sole discretion of Chipotle restaurant personnel. Applicable taxes to be added to $4 purchase price. Additional restrictions may apply; void where prohibited. Separately, you can enter for a chance to win free burritos for a year by making a costume out of foil, crossing your fingers it doesn’t tear, taking a photo of yourself wearing the costume inside a Chipotle and tagging @chipotle on the photo in Instagram. The Instagram contest lasts from Halloween to November 1st and is open to people who are 13 or older and stockpile foil in their kitchen.

 

DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT … ALL DAY … Celebrate Halloween this year with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit! Stop by on October 31 for $5 off a Dickey’s Family Pack. With this spooky deal, guests have more time to spend trick-or-treating and less time in the kitchen. Click here to download the coupon. This offer is for in-store only at participating Dickey’s locations. 

 

THE DONER – KEBABS & FALAFELS at Asheville Mall … 11:00am-9:00pm … The Doner is celebrating their 2 year anniversary with a free cookie with every meal. 10/31/18 only. 

 

FOOTHILLS LOCAL MEATS (Black Mountain) … 3:00pm-7:00pm … Join us at Butcher Bar Black Mountain to feed the family before hitting the neighborhood for Tricks or Treats! Halloween music, homemade apple cider and quick food served outside on our lawn. $3 draft beer and cocktail specials for parents, $5 kids quik-serve plate with choice of hotdog or bologna sandwich, beanie weanies or mac and cheese and carrot sticks or apple wedges. Parents can order from the menu OR choose the self serve hot dog bar and french fry bar on the patio.

 

IHOP … 7:00am-10:00pm … All kids age 12 & under get a free Scary Face Pancake between 7 a.m.-10 p.m. on Wednesday, October 31 at participating locations. One per child. Dine in only. OREO and the OREO Wafer Design are trademarks of Mondelēz International group, used with permission. ©2018 IHOP Restaurants LLC.

 

KRISPY KREME … ALL DAY … Wear your Halloween costume to a participating Krispy Kreme for a free doughnut. Valid on Oct 31st only.

 

MCALISTER’S DELI … ALL DAY … McAlister’s Deli will celebrate Halloween this year by offering all kids in costume a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree on October 31, 2018 at participating locations nationwide. The chain’s Halloween Kids Eat Free offer is valid for costumed kids aged 12 and under for dine-in only. The offer is good for up to two kids meals per adult entree purchased. Additionally, this year kids meal includes a new Activity Kit featuring puzzles, games, stickers and more.

 

MOD PIZZA … ALL DAY … This ghost doesn’t go BOO – it goes BOGO! On Halloween, kids 12 & under in costume get a FREE mini pizza when their grown-up ghoul gets a MOD-size pizza or salad.

 

P.F. CHANG’S … ALL DAY … P.F. Chang’s celebrates Halloween week by offering 20 percent off all takeout and catering orders through November 1, 2018. In order to take advantage of the chain’s Hallo-week promotion, simply use the promo code 20TOGO on the checkout page when placing your takeout or catering order online. You can also take advantage of the discount by mentioning the deal when placing your takeout order in-restaurant or via telephone for pickup. Just jot down the promo code 20TOGO in case you need it. The offer is not valid for third-party delivery service and is limited to a maximum discount of $200 per order.

 

RYAN’S … 4:00pm-8:30pm … Kids in costume EAT FREE! Children 11 & under in a Halloween costume get a FREE KIDS MEAL with the purchase of a regular priced adult meal. Dine-in only. Must purchase one regular priced adult buffet meal to receive free kids buffet meal. Children must be 11 years of age or under. Limit 1 free kid meal per adult buffet purchase. Offer valid 10/31/18 only.

 

SONIC … ALL DAY … Are you ready ghouls and gals? Get 50¢ Corn Dogs on Halloween! Skip the line, and order ahead in the SONIC app. *Each Corn Dog is 50¢. Tax not included. Corn Dogs contain beef, pork and turkey. Not good in conjunction with Combos or any other offers. Offer valid only on October 31, 2018, at participating SONIC® Drive-In locations while supplies last. TM & ©2018 Oct America’s Drive-In Brand Properties LLC.

 

THE SWEET ESCAPE (Biltmore Park Town Square) … ALL DAY … Craving a sweet treat besides candy? It’s your lucky day! Come in dressed up and get HALF OFF a cup of fro-yo! Just show their Facebook post! 

 

WESTERN SIZZLIN … 4pm-Close … Kids aged 12 & under eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. (Dine in only) Limit 2 kids per adult.

 

ZAXBY’S (Asheville and Weaverville locations) … Halloween is Kidz Night! Come by for $.99 Kidz Mealz (with adult meal purchase) before a big night of trick-or-treating!

 

ZAXBY’S OF MARION … Kids will eat free on Halloween! Stop by tomorrow October 31st from 4-9 pm for free kids meals with adult purchase and dine in only. Limit two free kids meals per adult meal and kids must be present. *We will also have candy for trick or treat while supplies last*

 

The following Asheville area restaurants typically have kids eat free or cheap on Wednesdays, so even though they may not have a Halloween promotion advertised at their location locally, you can still eat there on Wednesday for free or cheap. Call ahead to confirm.

 

AVENUE M

THE BIER GARDEN

BLUE SKY CAFE

CHICK FIL-A ASHEVILLE MALL

FARM BURGER SOUTH ASHEVILLE

FUDDRUCKERS

GOLDEN CORRAL

J&S CAFETERIA

MONTE’S SUB SHOP

O’CHARLEY’S

WENDY’S

 

The following deals were offered in 2017, but so far we have not been able to confirm if there will be a deal offered for 2018. We will continue to monitor, and will update the list if a deal is posted. 

Denny’s … join their Rewards Club and you will receive an email with a coupon good for 20% off your entire guest check on Halloween

HOLE Doughnuts … 4:30pm-SoldOut – Wear your costume to HOLE – Hot Doughnuts and Fresh Coffee and get a FREE doughnut!

Moe’s Original Bar B Que-Woodfin … 4:00pm-9:00pm (Kids Eat FREE), 5:00pm-8:00pm (Kids Paint FREE) … Paint Pumpkins with The Paint Bug at Moe’s Original Bar B Que-Woodfin. “The Paint Bug will be at Moe’s BBQ in Woodfin with FREE PUMPKINS for your kids to paint. Kids also eat FREE at Moe’s, too!” 1 FREE Kids Meal per Adult Meal purchased.

Outback Steakhouse … ALL DAY … Carve out Halloween fun for everyone. Li’l ghouls and goblins get a FREE DIRT CUP with the purchase of any Joey Menu entrée on Halloween only.

Redbox … Expires Nov 4th … Text RETURN to 727272 to get a code for a FREE one day DVD rental or $1.50 off a Blu0ray or video game rental. The code expires Nov 4th.

Schlotzsky’s … Come in costume & receive one FREE Kids Meal (up to 2) with adult entree purchased (code 605). Limit of 2 kids meals per adult entree purchased. Not available for online ordering. Limit one coupon per person, per visit. Not valid with any other offer, sandwich or kids meal. Valid on 10/31/17 only. 

T.B.M. Smallcakes … The first 20 customers in the store get 20% off. Mention their Facebook ad for discount.

Wild Wing Cafe (both Asheville & South Asheville locations) … 5:00pm-10:00pm … Bring your Little Monsters in Halloween Night! Kids in Costume eat FREE (from the Wild Child Menu) with each Adult Purchase. HALLO-WING!

Zoe’s Kitchen … Don’t let hunger trick you—treat yourself and the kids to a snack box before you head out to celebrate Halloween! Receive a FREE snack box when you buy any entrée – hurry, this offer ends 10/31/17! Use promo code ZKSNACKBOX. In-store only.

 

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BLUEBERRY PICKING (Season: Mid/Late June-August)

Mid to late June begins Blueberry season in Western North Carolina. You can find them in abundance at the Farmers Markets, or you can make a day of it with the family, and pick yourself a pint or gallon or two at one of the many u-pick farms in our area. We have a few options for You Pick (U-Pick) blueberries in the Asheville area.

 

FARMS

DOGWOOD HILLS FRUIT & BERRY FARM | 369 Ox Creek Rd, Weaverville | 828-645-6286

Blueberries, blackberries, grapes & apples all grown by organic standards (but not certified)

2020 SEASON:

HOURS:

 

GYPSY-MOUNTAIN BLUEBERRY PATCH | 59 Gypsy Mountain Road, Marion | 828-652-8196

They are a FREE U-pick patch, but donations are appreciated. Bring your own bucket & a friend. Please, no smoking, no pets, and no selling the blueberries. Pick only the amount that you can use, and leave the rest for others. They’ve do not spray and you’re welcome to pick any time, but they recommend people come early in the morning or late in the evening because it gets really hot and humid in the middle of the day. Please remember this invitation is ONLY for blueberry picking. All other fruit trees are on private property. If you pick from anything other than a blueberry bush you are trespassing. There are 4 separate properties here (within the fence) and not all of them are the same people that own the blueberries. They can call the police if you’re on their property picking from their trees.

COST: FREE, but donations accepted and appreciated

2020 SEASON:

HOURS: Any time

 

HARDSCRABBLE HOLLOW FARM LLC | 150 Rabbit Moffitt Rd, Rutherfordton, North Carolina | (828) 980-1071

Hardscrabble Hollow Farm is a 40-acre natural farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Our primary concentration is on free-range poultry for meat, turkeys for the table, organic eggs from free-range hens, luffas, soap, and blueberries.

2020 SEASON:

HOURS: Wednesday-Sunday 8 a.m. until dusk.

 

HICKORY NUT GAP FARM | 57 Sugar Hollow Road, Fairview 28730 | 828-628-1027 ext 100

We will most likely have blueberries in late-June, black raspberries mid-June, red raspberries in August, and blackberries in August.

2020 SEASON: 

HOURS: 10:00am-6:00pm (call ahead as they will pause picking to allow for more ripening, if they get picked clean)

 

HOP’N BLUEBERRY FARM | 24 Middle Mountain Rd, Black Mountain | 828-664-1166

We raise Highbush blueberries and have a limited U-Pick season starting around the first of June.  Our season is over by the end of June.  We also are experimenting with NC native blueberries that have some of the highest anti oxidants known. Our berries are chemical free.

2018 SEASON: “We are down for the count this year. No blueberries, hops. Weather and labor is to blame”

2020 SEASON:

HOURS: By Appointment Only

 

JETER MOUNTAIN FARM | 1126 Jeter Mountain Rd, Hendersonville, 28739 | (828) 226-9454

We are happy to invite you to share in our first farm fresh produce of the summer! Join us from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., and enjoy a wagon ride to our orchards where you can pick your own beautifully ripe & perfectly sweet Jeter Mountain peaches & blueberries. Cash & Credit Cards accepted. Delicious & affordable produce while supplies last. Please leave your furry friends at home. We look forward to seeing you at the farm this weekend! From our family to yours, for 150 years!

1 Peck Bag of Peaches – $15
1 Peck Reusable Basket of Peaches – $18
1 Quart Basket of Blueberries – $5

2020 SEASON: July 18th – 

 

JOHN’S BERRY PATCH AND FARM | 18 Olympic Drive, Leicester, NC | 828-683-3608

Pick your own blueberries.

2020 SEASON: 

HOURS: 

Mon 9:00am-8:00pm

Wed-Sat 9:00am-8:00pm

 

LONG BRANCH ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER | 278 Boyd Cove Rd., Leicester | 828-683-3662

Heritage Red Raspberries ripen for u-pick early June, and the first crop is typically available through July, with a 2nd crop ripening in mid September and available through November (around Thanksgiving). Wineberries, Native Blackcap Blackberries, Thornless Blackberries, Native Blackberries, and Blueberries will all ripen enough for u-pick by the end of June and will go through November (around Thanksgiving).

2020 SEASON:

HOURS:

 

OBERMILLER’S STRAWBERRY FARM | 621 Allstar Lane, Hendersonville | 828-891-8841

Pick-Your-Own Only. Containers are provided. “We are not organic, however we do practice IPM – integrated pest management – which is scouting for issues and only spraying if needed. The berries were last sprayed with a fungicide at the start of bloom. And no insecticides have been used” $2.50 per pint or 3 pints for $6.00 (cash or local check only (sorry no cards or apps)). “Please come in our drive, park up by the barn and walk down to our checkout table by the walk bridge to the berry patch.”

2020 SEASON:

HOURS:
Mondays & Tuesdays 4:00pm-6:30pm,

Thursdays 8:30am-5:00pm

Saturdays 8:30am-1:00pm

 

OVERMOUNTAIN VINEYARDS | 2012 Sandy Plains Rd, Tryon, 28782 | 828-863-0523 

Don’t miss out on fresh UNSPRAYED ORGANIC blueberries!! We have 5 varieties and they are available by the pound or you and the family can come blueberry picking!

2020 SEASON: 

HOURS: Call for hours of operation that day, and availability of berries to pick

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QUEENS BERRY & FLOWER FARM | 858 Davidson River Rd., Pisgah Forest, 28768 | (828) 884-5121

(Blueberries, Raspberries & Blackberries). We are a locally owned you pick berry and flower farm.  We have been here for over 20 years working with the wonderful river soil in the Pisgah Forest.  Originally a dairy farm, we have transitioned to organically grown berries and flowers and now house a commercial vegetable operation.

2020 SEASON:

HOURS: Mondays-Saturdays, 9:00am-5:00pm

 

SUNSWEPT FARM | 444 Beasley Cove Rd, Hot Springs, 28743 | (828) 622-7145

100% organic. Call or send a message to plan a visit for blueberry picking! $12/gallon U-pick

2020 SEASON: 

HOURS: By Appointment Only

 

THE TEN ACRE GARDEN | 158 Chamber Farm Lane, Canton | 828-235-9667

Most of our crops are organic. Containers provided.

2020 SEASON:

HOURS: By Appointment Only

 

TRICKLE CREEK FARM | 3620 Highway 9 N, Mill Spring, 28756 | (828) 329-0989

U-pick blackberry and blueberries farm located in Western North Carolina. Open seasonally (June – July).

2020 SEASON: 

HOURS: Saturdays, 9:00am-12:00pm, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

 

PRIVATE PROPERTY

ETOWAH BLUEBERRIES | 6647 Brevard Rd, Etowah, 28729 | (828) 577-9508

Pick your own blueberries on Hwy 64 right before you get into etowah on the left. Between quarry and Etowah Golf Course. It’s just a house with a field of blueberries, there isn’t a name or anything, and he will put out a sign when they’re ready to pick, Large, sweet, and juicy. “I planted 725 blueberry plants, 5 different varieties, over 5 years ago. The idea of planting blueberry bushes came to me because I grew tired of mowing the grass. I thought ” what else could I do other than mow grass ??” I had a blueberry bush at the top of the hill that was the inspiration. I have to many berries to pick myself and hated to see them go to waste. I have been doing u-pick for 2 years. I’m happy to offer fresh, mostly organic berries for people to enjoy.”

2020 SEASON:

HOURS: Mondays-Saturdays, 8:00am-5:00pm

GROWING WILD

Graveyard Fields (Wild Blackberries and Blueberries)

Black Balsam / Tennent Mountain (Wild Blueberries)

Craggy Gardens Trail (Wild Blueberries)

Art Loeb Trail (Wild Blueberries)

Carrier Park (right by the parking lot)

APPLE PICKING (Season: July/Aug-Dec)

TIPS FOR PICKING: When picking, an apple’s skin should be shiny, not dull.  A dull apple won’t be crisp and tasty. Also, make sure the apple is firm and free of bruises and punctures.

TIPS FOR STORING: When storing, keep apples at about 32 degrees Fahrenheit.  They won’t stay crisp on the counter top for long.

TIPS FOR PREPARING: Protect cut apples from oxidation by dipping them into a solution of one part citrus juice and three parts water.

 

 

COSTON FARM | 3748 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville | 828-685-8352 | Picking Schedule HERE

“Enjoy a memorable pick-your-own-experience at Coston Farm with the NC mountains as a back drop. Pets are not permitted in the Pick Your Own apple orchard or the Apple House.”

2023 SEASON: Aug 18th to End of October

HOURS: Mon-Sat 8:30am-5:00pm, CLOSED on Sundays

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CREASMAN FARMS | 280 Bent Arrow Lane, Hendersonville | 828-685-7728 | Picking Schedule HERE

“Sunday only from the Sunday after Labor Day until November or until the u pick block is picked out. We are not an entertainment farm, a true working farm.”

2023 SEASON: Sept 10th-October 30th

HOURS: Sundays Only, 1:00pm-5:00pm

 

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GRANDAD’S APPLES N’ SUCH | 2951 Chimney Rock Rd, Hendersonville | 828-685-1685 | Picking Schedule HERE

“Select pre-picked apples fresh off the trees daily from our bins inside the store or venture out in the orchard to pick for yourself. Inside our barn you will find our bakery with plenty of new apple goodies! Try our apple cider doughnuts or have some apple ice cream! You can find delicious apple pies, carmel apples, fresh cider (made here) and cider slushies! Say hi to our goat! … just one of the barnyard friends you can meet at Grandad’s.

2023 SEASON: Aug 11th until Thanksgiving

HOURS: Daily, 8:00am-6:00pm (including holidays)

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JUSTUS ORCHARD | 187 Garden Rd, Hendersonville | 828-243-2420 | Picking Schedule HERE

“At Justus Orchard, you can buy your apples already pre-picked or you can pick your own apples.  Whether you choose to U Pick or We Pick NC Apples, you can sample, mix and match to make sure go home with your favorite apples for eating or cooking. Join us and see all that’s new this season! First, we have a brand new play ground for the kids while Mom and Dad drink ice cold apple cider eat apple cider donuts! Try our brand new apple cannons and see if you can hit the targets! We will have You Pick and We Pick apples, homemade fried apple pies, cider and apple cider donuts, the jumping pillow and the cow train will all be running full steam ahead! We look forward to seeing you for another GREAT season! We are pet friendly as long as your fury friend is on a leash!”

2023 SEASON: Aug 11th – Early November

HOURS: Daily, 9:00am-5:00pm

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LAUGHING WATERS AND HICKORY NUT FOREST | 3963 Gerton Hwy (US 74A), Gerton | 828-774-9838

“We have an heirloom orchard with 75 old-time apple trees. There are three varieties of apples, plus a small vineyard of heirloom grapes. We have increased the variety of fruit trees by planting cherry, plum, pear, peach, citrus and almond trees. Every fall we hold our annual apple u-pick day. First, we invite members of the larger community to harvest. Then the Gleaners come and gather apples to the food banks. Finally, people come and pick up the ground apples for their animals.  It’s a win-win for everyone.”” ORGANIC

2023 SEASON: (Annual U-Pick Day TBD)

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LONG BRANCH ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER | 278 Boyd Cove Rd, Leicester, 28748 | Picking Schedule HERE

Over 72 old-time varieties for picking, eating fresh, baking, drying, winter keeping and cidering! Classes on grafting heirloom apples are offered.

2019 SEASON: Late July –

HOURS: By Appointment Only

COST: Donation based

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THE ORCHARD AT ALTAPASS | 1025 Orchard Rd, Spruce Pine, NC | 828-765-9531 | Picking Schedule HERE

“You may purchase apples by picking them yourself or ones already packaged in the store. If you choose to pick the in-season apples, purchase a bag at the store and go out the orchard to see the different types of apples and even give them a taste before you choose! We supply picking poles so you can get to ones in the higher branches.

2019 SEASON: July 12th – Oct 8th

HOURS: Wed-Sun, 10:00am-5:00pm

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SKY TOP ORCHARD | 828-692-7930 | Picking Schedule HERE

“In addition to a long list of apple varieties, visit Sky Top Orchard and you’ll enjoy panoramic mountain views, orchard ponds with ducks and geese, a barnyard area with sheep, goats, chickens, turkeys, peacocks and more, a bamboo forest to explore, lots of picnic areas and, of course, a mountaintop of fragrant apple and fruit trees.” NEW FOR 2019: Like in years past, you prepay for apples and get a basket to venture into the Orchard for U-Pick. Previously, if you were picking Asian pears and apples, we asked you to separate those out and charged different prices for pears and apples. This year, we’re keeping it simple so pick what you like and don’t worry about keeping apples and pears separate.

2019 SEASON: Aug 2nd – Nov 14th

HOURS: Daily, 9:00am-6:00pm

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STEPP’S HILLCREST ORCHARD | 170 Stepp Orchard Drive, Hendersonville | 828-685-9083 | Picking Schedule HERE

Pick your own NC apples from over 20 varieties! Ride a wagon through the orchard on weekends, navigate the challenging 5-acre corn maze, shoot apples at targets with an apple cannon on weekends, stroll through 40 acres of orchard, meander through acres of pick your own pumpkins, bring a picnic lunch, walk the educational nature trail, chat with Farmer Stepp, meet three generations of the Stepp family, and view farm machinery!

2019 SEASON: Aug 14th – Oct 31st

HOURS: Mon-Thurs 8:00am-5:30pm, Fri & Sat 8:00am-6:00pm, and Sun 10:00am-6:00pm

 

Workshop Giveaway to AR Workshop Asheville FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY CONTEST

GIVEAWAY TIME!

We have been gifted 1 FREE Workshop to give away to 1 LUCKY WINNER, to AR Workshop Asheville in Arden, to create your own project and design of your choice (a $65.50 value). “New in Arden! AR Workshop Asheville is a Boutique DIY Workshop that offers hands-on classes to create charming & custom decor, wood signs, canvas pillows, chunky blankets and so much more! Along with our classes, we hold family classes, birthday parties, team building events, fundraisers, wedding parties, youth classes, and speciality workshops from local vendors. Our customers come to our workshops to drink (we are byob), eat, have a BLAST, and create something for their home, office, business, or gift from scratch using raw materials and NON-TOXIC wood stains & paints! Power Tools, Cocktails, Handmade Art for your home … What could be better?!?!” Workshop pass expires December 31st, 2018.

For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is …

(1️⃣) LIKE: the Family Friendly Asheville, and AR Workshop Asheville FACEBOOK PAGES (a follow is awesome and totally appreciated, but only a LIKE will qualify)

(2️⃣) ♥️ : the Facebook POST

(3️⃣) SHARE: the Facebook POST

(4️⃣) COMMENT on the FACEBOOK POST with your favorite workshop from their November or December calendar (Check them all out HERE: http://bit.ly/ARWorkshopAshevilleSchedule )

❗️ (*ALL 4 steps must be completed for your entry to qualify!*)

You can also TAG your friends if you want, but we’d recommend tagging friends that will give the workshop to you, if they win! lol!

That’s it! Deadline to enter is NOON on November 7th. Good luck!

🏆 Winner will be chosen at random, and will be announced November 7th after noon on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page.

💻 Learn more about AR Workshop Asheville HERE: https://www.arworkshop.com/asheville/

☑️ This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, and your entry is your agreement to release Facebook of all liability associated with this contest.

 

FAMILY FRIENDLY ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/FamilyFriendlyAVLFB

AR WORKSHOP ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/ARWorkshopAVLFB

Family 4-Pack Tickets & Swag Pack Venardos Circus FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY CONTEST

‍GIVEAWAY TIME!

We have been gifted 1 Family 4-Pack of tickets to the show PLUS a special prize pack to give away to 1 LUCKY WINNER from The Venardos Circus at the Asheville Outlets. These tickets are for Thursday, October 3rd from 5:30pm-8:00pm (Preshow begins at 5:30pm, and show runs 6:30pm-8:00pm), and your prize pack includes a vinyl sticker, light up bracelet, and a Venardos Trucker Hat.

“Experience the magic of the circus in our custom red-and-white circus tent. This unique, family-oriented traveling circus troupe has been touring the country for five years! Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos, the show features a cast of aerialists, acrobats, comedians, juggling, balancing, daredevilry and performers hailing from around the world. The Broadway-style singing and dancing add another level of intrigue to the performance. An interactive pre-show party takes place one hour before show time with opportunities to meet the cast, snap selfies and play games.”

THERE ARE NO ANIMALS IN THE SHOW, JUST LOTS OF VERY TALENTED HUMANS, AND ALL CONCESSIONS ARE VEGAN FRIENDLY!

For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is …

(1️⃣) LIKE: the Family Friendly Asheville, and The Venardos Circus FACEBOOK PAGES (a follow is awesome and totally appreciated, but only a LIKE will qualify)

(2️⃣) LIKE : the Facebook POST

(3️⃣) SHARE: the Facebook POST

(4️⃣) COMMENT on the Facebook POST: #Venardos

(5️⃣) Be able to pick up the tickets from us in Asheville, if you are the winner

❗️ (*ALL 5 steps must be completed for your entry to qualify!*)

You can also TAG your friends if you want, but we’d recommend tagging friends that will give the tickets to you, if they win! lol!

That’s it! Deadline to enter is 6:00pm on October 2nd. Good luck!

Winner will be chosen at random, and will be announced October 2nd after 6:00pm on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page.

Learn more about this event HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/2632649883434113/?event_time_id=2632649886767446?ti=icl

Learn more about The Venardos Circus HERE: https://www.venardoscircus.com

☑️ This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, and your entry is your agreement to release Facebook of all liability associated with this contest.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/FamilyFriendlyAVLFB

 

Glitter Spa Mermaid Makeover Party Ticket Facebook GIVEAWAY CONTEST

👑💋💅🏻 GIVEAWAY TIME! 💅🏻💋👑

We have been gifted 1 Ticket to give away to 1 LUCKY WINNER, to the Princess Glitter Spa Mermaid Makeover Party (their last VIP event of the year!) with Songs Sealed Delivered Party Entertainment at Engaged Asheville on September 21st from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The ticket is for 1 child and includes FREE admission for one accompanying adult. “Come get pampered by a princess and get the royal treatment in a salon setting with Magic Face Masks, Glitter Manicures, Princess Glitter Makeovers, Raffles, Glitter Tattoos, Runway Show and Professional Photos with our Mermaid princess. These makeovers are professional with 2 onsite cosmetologists that follow all health and safety regulations.”

👇 For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is …

(1️⃣) LIKE: the Family Friendly Asheville, Songs Sealed Delivered, and Engaged Asheville FACEBOOK PAGES (a follow is awesome and much appreciated, but only a like will qualify)

(2️⃣) ♥️ : the Facebook POST

(3️⃣) SHARE: the Facebook POST

(4️⃣) COMMENT: on the Facebook POST

(5️⃣) Be able to pick up the tickets from us in Asheville, if you are the winner

 

💯❗️ (*ALL 5 steps must be completed for your entry to qualify!*)

 

You can also TAG your friends if you want, but we’d recommend tagging friends that will give the ticket to you, if they win! 😜 lol!

 

👉 That’s it! Deadline to enter is NOON on September 17th. Good luck!

🏆 Winner will be chosen at random, and will be announced September 17th after noon on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page.

 

♥️👉 This is a true VIP event, with only 20 tickets being sold. If you purchase a ticket and win this giveaway, Song Sealed Delivered will buy your ticket back, so get them while you can!

💻 Learn more about this event HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/259127231403425/?ti=icl

 

☑️ This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, and your entry is your agreement to release Facebook of all liability associated with this contest.

FAMILY FRIENDLY ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/FamilyFriendlyAVLFB

 

 

Mini Session with Daniela Guerrero Photography FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY CONTEST

📸 GIVEAWAY TIME! 📸
We have been gifted 1 Mini Session to give away to 1 LUCKY WINNER, with Daniela Guerrero Photography! The winner will receive a 40 minute session at the Asheville Botanical Gardens and 5 high resolution images. You will have up to one year to book your session, so that you can choose the seasonal experience you prefer.

❗️👇 For a chance to WIN, all you have to do is …

(1️⃣) LIKE: the Family Friendly Asheville AND the Daniela Guerrero Photography FACEBOOK PAGES

(2️⃣) ❤️ : the ORIGINAL contest POST on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page

(3️⃣) SHARE: the ORIGINAL contest POST on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page

(4️⃣) COMMENT #danielaguerrerophotography on the ORIGINAL contest POST on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page

❗️👉 (*All 4 steps must be completed for your entry to qualify!*)

You can also TAG your friends if you want, but we’d recommend tagging friends that will let you have it, if they win! 😜 lol!

📸 That’s it! Deadline to enter is NOON on September 12th. Good luck! 📸

🏆 Winner will be chosen at random, and will be announced September 12th after noon on the Family Friendly Asheville Facebook page. 🏆

💋❗️Only one can win the grand prize, but everyone can be a winner by taking advantage of 10% off a regular session when you mention this contest when booking!!

💻 Learn more about Daniela Guerrero Photography HERE: https://www.danielaguerrerophotography.com/

 

FAMILY FRIENDLY ASHEVILLE:

http://bit.ly/FamilyFriendlyAVLFB

 

❗️👉This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.

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