Heart of Brevard

Halloweenfest 2025
2025-10-25 10:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Downtown Brevard
Count Dracula may not live full-time in Transylvania County, but we’re pretty sure he clears his schedule every year for Heart of Brevard’s Halloweenfest! Held annually on the Saturday before Halloween in downtown Brevard, this fangtastic celebration is packed with FREE family-friendly fun. Enjoy bounce houses, our beloved costume competition and parade, the Magic Book Bus, a hula hoop dance party, and a vibrant mix of craft, retail, and food vendors.
Explore downtown through our Spooky Stroll Open House and trick-or-treat at participating businesses. New this year—building on the momentum of last year’s community concert—we’re keeping the party going after dark with live music from Shadowgrass on the main stage, plus beer, wine, and festive vibes at this free community event.
Don’t miss this wickedly wonderful celebration in the heart of downtown Brevard on October 25th!
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Holiday Windows Competition
2025-11-28 00:01 - 2026-01-06 23:59 | Downtown Brevard
A STORY BOOK HOLIDAY

Let’s light up Brevard this holiday season! Downtown businesses in the Heart of Brevard will decorate their windows with spectacular, eye-popping displays for all to enjoy. The holiday window competition showcases festive and fun windows, mirroring the Chamber’s parade theme, A Story Book Holiday!
Voting for the People’s Choice Award opened on November 28th and closed at midnight on December 7th.
Winner of the People’s Choice Award – Broad Street Wines
The official judges panel has selected winners in the following four categories:

Best Use of Merchandise Winner – Headwaters Outfitters
Best Use of Theme Winner – A Blast From the Past
Best WOW Factor Winner – Highland Books
Best Use of Recycled Materials – Newfound Artisan

These winning businesses will receive a trophy, advertising packages, and bragging rights!
Window decorations will remain up for visitors to enjoy through the end of the year. View the list of participants and walking tour map below.

Light Up the Night
2025-12-06 14:00 - 20:00
Heart of Brevard’s Light Up the Night tree lighting celebration brings the magic of the season to downtown Brevard!
This festive community tradition transforms downtown into a sparkling winter wonderland, complete with twinkling lights, glowing snowflakes, and beautifully decorated storefronts. Gather with family and friends for the official tree-lighting ceremony, and enjoy live music, holiday performances, ice skating, hayrides, food trucks, and plenty of merry moments.
Celebrate the season by shopping small and local—explore unique gifts and holiday treasures at our downtown businesses and the Merry Makers Market, featuring one-of-a-kind creations from regional artisans.
Don’t miss this magical night of holiday cheer in the heart of downtown Brevard on December 6th from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Shop Late Shop Local
2025-12-19 17:00 - 2025-12-20 20:00
Shop Late, Shop Local: Celebrate Downtown Brevard This Holiday Season
Celebrate the season with five festive nights of Shop Late, Shop Local in downtown Brevard! Participating businesses will stay open late, offering a unique shopping experience filled with holiday cheer. Enjoy snacks and drinks as you browse your favorite local shops and discover the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Follow us on social media for business specials and other festive activities planned for each weekend.
This year’s series kicks off during Light Up the Night on Saturday, December 6, featuring free ice skating, visits with Santa, and our annual tree lighting ceremony.
Shopping locally isn’t just convenient—it’s powerful. When you spend $100 at a small business, $68 stays in our local economy, compared to only $43 at national chains. Your support helps neighbors, strengthens our community, and keeps downtown vibrant. Learn more with our 10 Reasons to Support Local.
Make this holiday season special by supporting Brevard’s small business owners, who appreciate your support not only during the holidays but all year long. Think Local. Shop Late. Shop Local.
Event Dates (Each Night from 5:00–8:00 PM)

Saturday, December 6 (Light Up the Night)
Friday & Saturday, December 12 & 13
Friday & Saturday, December 19 & 20

Make your lists and start planning!

2026 White Squirrel Weekend
2026-05-22 17:00 - 2026-05-24 22:00
WHITE SQUIRREL WEEKEND, Brevard’s multi-day signature downtown event combines a stellar live music line-up with a wide variety of vendors and fun activities for the whole family.
Food Vendor Application CLICK HERE
Craft & Retail Vendor Application CLICK HERE
Nonprofit Vendor Application CLICK HERE

2026 America 250 Celebration
2026-07-03 17:00 - 2026-07-04 22:00
Join us downtown for a special Independence Day celebration honoring 250 years of our nation. Enjoy patriotic ceremonies, a classic car show, live music, delicious food vendors, and more. As the sun sets, witness a spectacular fireworks display lighting up Brevard’s skyline—right from Main Street!
Food Vendor Application CLICK HERE
Craft & Retail Vendor Application CLICK HERE
Nonprofit Vendor Application CLICK HERE

2026 Brevard Plein Air
2026-09-14 08:00 - 2026-09-19 17:00
Join us for the sixth annual Brevard Plein Air Festival — a week-long celebration of live painting, local landmarks, and creative energy right here in Transylvania County.
What’s plein air? It simply means “painting outside.” Throughout the week, you’ll see artists set up their easels all over the county — from downtown sidewalks and favorite local businesses to sweeping mountain views, waterfalls, and hidden scenic spots. Every piece is painted on-site and inspired by the places we know and love.
Artists Apply Here
