Hendersonville Magazine

12/09/2025

Check out The 's full upcoming season lineup and get ready for some of your most requested shows, with the quality and unique style you've come to expect from The State Theatre of North Carolina.

Season subscriptions go on sale January 13th and single show tickets January 20th, so mark your calendars and don't miss a single one of these stellar productions!

12/08/2025

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12/01/2025

Please plan ahead for the following seasonal events and temporary street closures in Downtown Hendersonville!

🎄 City of Hendersonville Holiday Event Street Closures 🎄

Please plan ahead for the following seasonal events and temporary street closures in Downtown Hendersonville:

🦃 Thursday, November 27 – Turkey Trot 5K
• Main Street closed from 4th Avenue to 6th Avenue from 6:00 AM to after race clean-up
• 5th Avenue closed on the East and West sides of Main Street
• Church Street fully closed from approx. 8:15–10:15 AM (southbound traffic detoured to Grove St.)
• No parking on Main Street after 6:00 AM

🎄 Friday, November 28 – Holiday Tree Lighting
• Main Street closed from 1st Avenue to 2nd Avenue.
• No parking on Main Street after 3:00 PM

✨ Saturday, December 6 – Hendersonville Farmers Market: Holiday Market
• Maple Street closed from 7th Avenue to the overpass starting at 7:00 AM
• No on-street parking on Maple Street after 7:00 AM

🎅 Saturday, December 6 – Christmas Parade
• Main Street closed from 5 Points to Kanuga/Caswell
• Detours begin around 5:30 PM
– Southbound traffic on Asheville Hwy (US-25) diverted to Fleming St. for Hwy 64 W & Church St connections
– Commercial trucks on Four Seasons Blvd (US-64) rerouted via Duncan Hill to Asheville Hwy
• No parking on Main St. after 3:00 PM

11/27/2025

From Our Table to Yours: Happy Thanksgiving, Henderson County!

As the air turns crisp and families gather, we at Hendersonville Magazine are reflecting on the wonderful traditions, flavors, and faces that make this community feel like home.

Wishing everyone a safe, warm, and delicious holiday!

11/20/2025

Check out the 2025 edition of Hendersonville Holidays! Shop local this holiday season and support Hendersonville businesses & non-profits!

🎉 The 2025 Hendersonville Holidays Shop Local Gift Guide is HERE! 🎉

Planning your holiday shopping list? Skip the stress of the big box stores and find the perfect, unique gifts right here in Hendersonville! 🎁

Our new guide, sponsored by Stuller Power Solutions, is packed with inspiration to help you support our wonderful local businesses and make your season truly "Merry & Bright".

Click the link below to flip through the guide and start planning your shopping spree today!

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11/17/2025

🎁 Spread Holiday Cheer for Foster Kids! 🎄

This holiday season, the City of Hendersonville is partnering with the Henderson County Department of Social Services to bring gifts and essentials to foster children in need.

What to Donate:
🧸 Toys & Activities
• Developmental toys for ages birth–2
• Puzzles & family board games
• Magna-Tiles, Legos, or building blocks
• Books for all ages
🍼 Essentials
• Diapers & wipes
• Pull-ups (larger sizes 2+ especially needed)

Drop-Off Location:
City Hall – 160 6th Avenue East
Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Donation Deadline:
December 5, 2025

Let’s make the holidays brighter for kids in foster care!

🎁 Spread Holiday Cheer for Foster Kids! 🎄

This holiday season, the City of Hendersonville is partnering with the Henderson County Department of Social Services to bring gifts and essentials to foster children in need.

What to Donate:

🧸 Toys & Activities
• Developmental toys for ages birth–2
• Puzzles & family board games
• Magna-Tiles, Legos, or building blocks
• Books for all ages

🍼 Essentials
• Diapers & wipes
• Pull-ups (larger sizes 2+ especially needed)

Drop-Off Location:
City Hall – 160 6th Avenue East
Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Donation Deadline:
December 5, 2025

Let’s make the holidays brighter for kids in foster care! ✨

11/17/2025

The Holidays are Here! Dive into the "Merry & Bright" Magic in Historic Downtown Hendersonville!

The Holidays are Here! Dive into the "Merry & Bright" Magic in Historic Downtown Hendersonville! ✨

November Highlights:

- HVL Thanksgiving Market: Start your holiday feasting prep! Nov 22, 9am - 1pm at Maple Street at the Historic Depot.

- Turkey Trot 5k: A Thanksgiving Morning Tradition! Nov 27, 8:30am on Main Street.

- Holiday Tree Lighting: The event starts at Nov 28, 5pm at the Historic Courthouse, with the lights coming on at 6pm.

December Must-Dos:

- Free Carriage Rides & Holiday Cheer: Enjoy a festive ride! Dec 5, 5pm at the Historic Courthouse and throughout Main Street.

- HVL Christmas Market: Find unique gifts and local goods! Dec 6, 9am - 1pm at Maple Street at the Historic Depot.

- Hendersonville Christmas Parade: "Light up the Night" at our beautiful evening parade! Dec 6, 6pm on Main Street.

- Holly Jolly Train Rides: A fun experience for the little ones, with Mountain Fresh Orchards! Dec 20, 5pm at the Historic Courthouse.

For more details on all downtown events, visit: downtownhendersonville.org

11/09/2025

In recognition and celebration of Veteran's Day, Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park honors veterans, reservists, retired, and active military personnel with a free visit to the park Saturday, November 8th-Tuesday, November 11th. Must present military ID or proof of service.

11/02/2025

Blue Ridge Community College students now have a guaranteed admissions pathway to NC State University thanks to a new agreement signed between the two institutions on Wednesday, Oct. 29.

Read more here: https://www.blueridge.edu/.../wolfpack-connect-blue.../

10/29/2025

👻🚧 Halloween Street Closures 🚧👻

🎃 Treat Street Carnival on Main Street – October 31st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Street Closure: Main Street from Allen Street to 6th Avenue will be closed on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM for Treat Street Carnival.
No parking of vehicles after 12:00 PM on Main Street and inside the event barriers. Towing is enforced. For more Treat Street Carnival event information, please visit https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/event/treat-street-carnival-2

🎃 4th Avenue Trick or Treat – October 31st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Street Closure: 4th Avenue from Washington to Blythe Street, October 31, 2024, from 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM for trick-or-treating.

N. Justice, N. Whitted, Valley, and Ehringhaus will remain open for travel. All motorists are encouraged to remain vigilant for children and families in the area. Residents of 4th Avenue should follow the instructions by public safety personnel when accessing their homes.

We appreciate the assistance provided by the Henderson County Sheriff's Office VIPs for traffic direction during this event! Henderson County Sheriff's Office, Hendersonville North Carolina Henderson County, NC Henderson County Sheriff's Office Volunteers in Partnership - VIP Downtown Hendersonville, NC Hendersonville, NC City Government