
ASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour
A fall agritourism stop on a working Leicester farm with guided insights into fields, barns, and farm operations. Expect a relaxed, community-minded afternoon centered on local food systems, seasonal harvest, and rural scenery.
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A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.

A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.
A farm-focused outing around Asheville with a guided tour of local agricultural spaces and behind the scenes learning. Expect fresh air, hands on curiosity, and a community minded look at regional farming life.

Self-guided day exploring open artist studios and community hubs around Leicester, with stops for painting, ironwork, woodworking, glass, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and handmade brooms. Casual, family-friendly browsing and maker meet-and-greets at multiple locations.

Self-guided day exploring open artist studios and community hubs around Leicester, with stops for painting, ironwork, woodworking, glass, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and handmade brooms. Casual, family-friendly browsing and maker meet-and-greets at multiple locations.
Self-guided day exploring open artist studios and community hubs around Leicester, with stops for painting, ironwork, woodworking, glass, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and handmade brooms. Casual, family-friendly browsing and maker meet-and-greets at multiple locations.

A self guided afternoon tour of open studios and community hubs in Leicester, with artists demonstrating and selling work across painting, ironwork, woodworking, glass, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and broom making. Roam at your own pace and meet local makers in a welcoming community setting.

A self guided afternoon tour of open studios and community hubs in Leicester, with artists demonstrating and selling work across painting, ironwork, woodworking, glass, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and broom making. Roam at your own pace and meet local makers in a welcoming community setting.
A self guided afternoon tour of open studios and community hubs in Leicester, with artists demonstrating and selling work across painting, ironwork, woodworking, glass, textiles, pottery, jewelry, and broom making. Roam at your own pace and meet local makers in a welcoming community setting.

Self-guided open-studio tour across rural Leicester, with stops inside working artist spaces to browse original paintings, pottery, and mixed media. A community-minded day trip for meeting makers and shopping directly from local artists.

Self-guided open-studio tour across rural Leicester, with stops inside working artist spaces to browse original paintings, pottery, and mixed media. A community-minded day trip for meeting makers and shopping directly from local artists.
Self-guided open-studio tour across rural Leicester, with stops inside working artist spaces to browse original paintings, pottery, and mixed media. A community-minded day trip for meeting makers and shopping directly from local artists.

A midsummer themed supper set among vineyard rows at a Leicester estate, pairing a seasonal multi course meal with estate wines. Ideal for a golden hour date night vibe with long table dining and scenic views.

A midsummer themed supper set among vineyard rows at a Leicester estate, pairing a seasonal multi course meal with estate wines. Ideal for a golden hour date night vibe with long table dining and scenic views.
A midsummer themed supper set among vineyard rows at a Leicester estate, pairing a seasonal multi course meal with estate wines. Ideal for a golden hour date night vibe with long table dining and scenic views.

A mellow vinyasa flow in open farm air with a slow pace and grounding stretches. Practice surrounded by pasture views and a relaxed equine wellness setting in Leicester.

A mellow vinyasa flow in open farm air with a slow pace and grounding stretches. Practice surrounded by pasture views and a relaxed equine wellness setting in Leicester.
A mellow vinyasa flow in open farm air with a slow pace and grounding stretches. Practice surrounded by pasture views and a relaxed equine wellness setting in Leicester.

Hands in the soil at a casual library garden workday with weeding, planting, and general upkeep. Bring garden gloves and a water bottle, dress for the weather, and expect timing to shift with conditions.

Hands in the soil at a casual library garden workday with weeding, planting, and general upkeep. Bring garden gloves and a water bottle, dress for the weather, and expect timing to shift with conditions.
Hands in the soil at a casual library garden workday with weeding, planting, and general upkeep. Bring garden gloves and a water bottle, dress for the weather, and expect timing to shift with conditions.

Quick, rotating neighbor conversations over coffee create low pressure introductions and genuine local connection. A guided, interactive mixer format helps you meet lots of nearby folks in one relaxed afternoon.

Quick, rotating neighbor conversations over coffee create low pressure introductions and genuine local connection. A guided, interactive mixer format helps you meet lots of nearby folks in one relaxed afternoon.
Quick, rotating neighbor conversations over coffee create low pressure introductions and genuine local connection. A guided, interactive mixer format helps you meet lots of nearby folks in one relaxed afternoon.
A laid-back paint and sip afternoon with step-by-step creativity, casual socializing, and plenty of time to relax while you create your own canvas piece. Hosted at a farm setting off New Leicester Highway for an easygoing weekend hangout.
A laid-back paint and sip afternoon with step-by-step creativity, casual socializing, and plenty of time to relax while you create your own canvas piece. Hosted at a farm setting off New Leicester Highway for an easygoing weekend hangout.
A laid-back paint and sip afternoon with step-by-step creativity, casual socializing, and plenty of time to relax while you create your own canvas piece. Hosted at a farm setting off New Leicester Highway for an easygoing weekend hangout.

An evening farmers market in Biltmore Park’s Town Square with seasonal produce, baked goods, and small-batch pantry staples alongside artisan vendors. A relaxed outdoor stroll-and-shop vibe with neighbors gathering in the plaza.

An evening farmers market in Biltmore Park’s Town Square with seasonal produce, baked goods, and small-batch pantry staples alongside artisan vendors. A relaxed outdoor stroll-and-shop vibe with neighbors gathering in the plaza.
An evening farmers market in Biltmore Park’s Town Square with seasonal produce, baked goods, and small-batch pantry staples alongside artisan vendors. A relaxed outdoor stroll-and-shop vibe with neighbors gathering in the plaza.

Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.

Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.
Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.

Guided mindfulness practice alongside calm horses in a quiet Leicester equine wellness farm setting. Slow breathing, grounding techniques, and gentle nature connection create a soothing, sensory outdoor meditation experience.

Guided mindfulness practice alongside calm horses in a quiet Leicester equine wellness farm setting. Slow breathing, grounding techniques, and gentle nature connection create a soothing, sensory outdoor meditation experience.
Guided mindfulness practice alongside calm horses in a quiet Leicester equine wellness farm setting. Slow breathing, grounding techniques, and gentle nature connection create a soothing, sensory outdoor meditation experience.

Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.

Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Guided walk through a teaching garden with practical growing advice, seasonal plant highlights, and sustainable landscaping ideas. Expect hands on Q and A with extension educators and plenty of time for notes and photos.
Autumn weekend of overnight camping and practical outdoor skills workshops designed for fathers and sons, centered on campfire storytelling, trail activities, and guided bonding exercises to strengthen intergenerational connection.
Autumn weekend of overnight camping and practical outdoor skills workshops designed for fathers and sons, centered on campfire storytelling, trail activities, and guided bonding exercises to strengthen intergenerational connection.
Autumn weekend of overnight camping and practical outdoor skills workshops designed for fathers and sons, centered on campfire storytelling, trail activities, and guided bonding exercises to strengthen intergenerational connection.

Garden-centered book discussion of Robin Wall Kimmerer’s “Braiding Sweetgrass,” blending nature writing, ecology, and Indigenous wisdom. Hands-on crafts and relaxed conversation about current plots and future garden plans in a community library setting.

Garden-centered book discussion of Robin Wall Kimmerer’s “Braiding Sweetgrass,” blending nature writing, ecology, and Indigenous wisdom. Hands-on crafts and relaxed conversation about current plots and future garden plans in a community library setting.
Garden-centered book discussion of Robin Wall Kimmerer’s “Braiding Sweetgrass,” blending nature writing, ecology, and Indigenous wisdom. Hands-on crafts and relaxed conversation about current plots and future garden plans in a community library setting.

Chef-driven tasting festival centered on live-fire cooking and heritage-inspired barbecue, with pours of craft beer in an outdoor brewery setting. Expect a walk-around, mingle-friendly evening with multiple stations and a celebratory summer vibe.

Chef-driven tasting festival centered on live-fire cooking and heritage-inspired barbecue, with pours of craft beer in an outdoor brewery setting. Expect a walk-around, mingle-friendly evening with multiple stations and a celebratory summer vibe.
Chef-driven tasting festival centered on live-fire cooking and heritage-inspired barbecue, with pours of craft beer in an outdoor brewery setting. Expect a walk-around, mingle-friendly evening with multiple stations and a celebratory summer vibe.

A relaxed, small-group walk centered on Lake Junaluska’s scenic shoreline, ideal for an easy pace and casual conversation. Expect a low-key outdoor outing with photo-worthy views and local guide-style context.

A relaxed, small-group walk centered on Lake Junaluska’s scenic shoreline, ideal for an easy pace and casual conversation. Expect a low-key outdoor outing with photo-worthy views and local guide-style context.
A relaxed, small-group walk centered on Lake Junaluska’s scenic shoreline, ideal for an easy pace and casual conversation. Expect a low-key outdoor outing with photo-worthy views and local guide-style context.

A heritage-focused afternoon at the Folk Art Center celebrating Appalachian culture through folk crafts, regional history, and community gathering. Expect a casual, drop-in vibe with opportunities to browse artisan work and connect with local traditions.

A heritage-focused afternoon at the Folk Art Center celebrating Appalachian culture through folk crafts, regional history, and community gathering. Expect a casual, drop-in vibe with opportunities to browse artisan work and connect with local traditions.
A heritage-focused afternoon at the Folk Art Center celebrating Appalachian culture through folk crafts, regional history, and community gathering. Expect a casual, drop-in vibe with opportunities to browse artisan work and connect with local traditions.

Casual happy hour plant gathering centered on horticulture chats, swapping cuttings, and trading local growing tips. A laid-back social meetup for plant lovers to connect over greenery and community.

Casual happy hour plant gathering centered on horticulture chats, swapping cuttings, and trading local growing tips. A laid-back social meetup for plant lovers to connect over greenery and community.
Casual happy hour plant gathering centered on horticulture chats, swapping cuttings, and trading local growing tips. A laid-back social meetup for plant lovers to connect over greenery and community.

A summer evening concert in Grovemont Park with Kellin Watson and the Feelgood bringing upbeat funk and soul grooves. Spread out on the lawn for an outdoor, community-friendly hang in Swannanoa.

A summer evening concert in Grovemont Park with Kellin Watson and the Feelgood bringing upbeat funk and soul grooves. Spread out on the lawn for an outdoor, community-friendly hang in Swannanoa.
A summer evening concert in Grovemont Park with Kellin Watson and the Feelgood bringing upbeat funk and soul grooves. Spread out on the lawn for an outdoor, community-friendly hang in Swannanoa.