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Earth Day Volunteer Day
Looking for an actionable way to celebrate Earth Day? Come volunteer on the farm, April 27th from 3-5pm.
Bring your friends! Throw your kids in the car! Come and see how we give back to the Earth while growing food for our community members in need. 
No experience needed! Just bring a water bottle, sun protection, and a willingness to dig in.Let’s celebrate sustainability in action, together!
7th Avenue Street Fest
7th Avenue Street Fest to Celebrate Grand Opening with Vendors, Live Music, and More
The City of Hendersonville invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of the newly refreshed 7th Avenue District at the 7th Avenue Street Fest on Saturday, May 3, from noon to 5:00 p.m. This celebration coincides with the opening day of the Hendersonville Farmers Market (8am-1pm on Maple Street), creating a day filled with local flavor, live entertainment, and community spirit.
The 7th Avenue Street Fest will showcase a variety of local vendors, live music, and family-friendly activities. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the revitalized district and connect with the community.
The event schedule includes:
- 8am – 1pm: Opening Day of the Hendersonville Farmers Market on Maple Street
- 12pm –2pm: 7th Avenue Street Fest begins with Radical Joy w/ Mary Kay Williams & Elaine Scott
- 2pm: Opening remarks and community ribbon cutting
- 2:30pm: ArtScape Banner Reveal at Hendersonville Rescue Mission on 7th Avenue
- 3pm-5pm Music with the Stipe Brothers
- A highlight of the celebration will be the ArtScape Banner Reveal at 2:30pm, adding a vibrant touch to the district with newly displayed artworks from talented local artists.
The Hendersonville Farmers Market will kick off its 2025 season on the same day, offering fresh local produce, baked goods, crafts, and more with many vendors staying for the entire day. Visitors can stroll through the market while enjoying the festivities of the Street Fest, making it a perfect weekend outing for families and friends.
The 7th Avenue Street Fest is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring their enthusiasm and support for local businesses, artists, and musicians as Hendersonville marks this milestone in the district’s revitalization, celebrating the completion of the $4.2 million streetscape revitalization which included significant and necessary underground utility updates. Information on 7th Avenue and the events can be found at downtownhendersonville.org.
The 7th Avenue Street Fest would not be possible without our generous sponsors: Osceola Lake Inn, Noble Pest Solutions, Henderson Oil, Harper Construction, Hendersonville Historic Preservation Commission, Watermark Landscape Architecture, Carolina Specialties Construction, White Duck Taco Shop, Dunlap Construction, and Hendersonville Honeycrisps.
Wee Rocket Race
Our Wee Rocket Race on the track at 11am is open to all kids wanting to run for fun, but are not ready for a 5k. The race distances & general age guidance are below, however, your input is vital. At registration, you can sign your child up for the race you feel best suits them. We only ask if they are a regular runner, they do not drop into a lower distance race they are overqualified for. All participants receive a prize, and each race has a prize for the winner, as well. Our goal is to have the final runner not finish alone, so we are asking for volunteer run companions. The purpose of the Wee Rocket Race is to encourage & empower future runners to participate, & that means just running is a win!
50 Meter Dash – 3 and under
100 Meter Dash – 4-5 years old
200 Meter – 6-7 years old
400 Meter – 7-10 years old
1/2 Mile – 11-14 years old
1 Mile – 15 & up
Wooly Worm Festival
Oct 18th & 19th, 2025
We’re excited to invite you to the 48th Annual Woolly Worm Festival, proudly hosted by the Avery County Chamber of Commerce and Banner Elk Kiwanis!
You’ll enjoy woolly worm races, craft and food vendors, live entertainment, and much more. The festivities begin on Saturday and Sunday at 9 AM, with races kicking off soon after, led by Mr. Woolly Worm, Merriweather and Mistiweather.
NEW THIS YEAR – Sunday is Avery Advantage Day with dedicated incentives and events for our local community including our Avery County Schools Tournament of Champions race finals at 1pm. For all the details, visit our website: www.woollyworm.com
Online ticket sales start on September 1st, 2025. For all the details, visit our website: www.woollyworm.com.
Important Information:
- The Woolly Worm Festival is a ticketed event, with proceeds supporting local schools, children’s programs, and promoting businesses and tourism in Avery County.
- Limited parking will be available within walking distance to the festival grounds. Most of these parking lots are run by non-profits as a fundraising opportunity for their organizations and are cash only.
- NEW THIS YEAR – discounted remote parking will be available on the South Campus of Lees-McRae College and a shuttle service will be provided. Proceeds from this lot go directly back to the college.
- Please leave your pets at home—only woolly worms are allowed at the festival.
- Tickets can be purchased online via credit card or on the day of the event at the gate.
Ticket Prices (Cash, VISA, Master Card):
- Adults: $10.00
- Children (Ages 6-12): $5.00
- Children Ages (0-5): Free
To avoid lines, purchase your admission tickets online and look out for signs for your dedicated entrance at the ticket gates. Remember to register your woolly worm early to secure a spot in the race!
Animal Haven of Asheville’s 25th Anniversary
Celebrate Animal Haven of Asheville’s 25th Anniversary on May 31 from 1-5pm. We’re throwing a big party and YOU’RE invited!
Admission is FREE! - Meet all our adorable rescued animals – cows, pigs, goats, sheep, geese, and more!
- Win exciting prizes in our raffle!
- Buy unique paintings created by Bubbles the pig!
- Enjoy delicious vegan eats from the Smokin’ Onion Food Truck!
Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day in support of a great cause. Let’s make this anniversary unforgettable!
Bike-In Cinema (Strive Not to Drive)
Join Asheville on Bikes for a roll-in outdoor movie! Bike valet will begin at 6pm. The showing of E.T. will screen at 8:30pm and conclude at 10:30pm. Bike valet will close at 10:45pm.
Strive Not to Drive (May 16-24) is a regional initiative supported by Go Mountain Commuting through the French Broad River MPO and Land of Sky Regional Council. Strive Not to Drive has been occurring since the 1980s, promoting sustainable transportation and safer, more connected communities. See the full list of events and register to win prizes at www.strivebeyond.org
Last Frost Festival
Welcome the warm seasons with us! The 2025 Last Frost Festival marks the day growers can say goodbye to freezing temperatures overnight and safely plant their tender summer crops. That means tomatoes, corn, zinnias, and melons are just around the corner!
C’mon out for our fan-favorite Annual Native Plants Raffle. The raffle will include over a dozen wildflower, shrub, and tree species native to Haywood County, including Dwarf Crested Iris, Wild Indigo, Eastern Redbud, Carolina All-Spice, Scarlet Beebalm, American Hazelnut, Downy Skull-Cap, Wild Columbine, and many more!
Stop by the manager’s tent for a calendula planting activity and fairy hair booth for all ages. Children are invited to play Farmers Market Bingo where a completed bingo card wins them their very own potted bearded iris.
Egg Hunt for flowers!
Eggs are out all day! Kids get a free flower for the egg they find (one per child) – we figured a flower trade would be a healthier option than more sweets!
Easter Egg Hunt
1 Egg hunt followed by our baby chicks and a professional amazing photographer to capture some candid moments of your kiddos. Live music from Nathan Taylor from 4-6 PM