Heart of Brevard

2025 Brevard Plein Air Event
2025-09-08 - 2025-09-13 | Downtown Brevard
Join us for the fifth 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.

Friday, September 12 – Patron Preview Party: Kick off the weekend at our exclusive Friday night art preview. Meet the artists, enjoy food and drink, and get first access to purchase original artwork before it goes on sale to the public. Get your tickets below!
Saturday, September 13 – Street Festival + Wet Paint Show & Sale: Bring the whole family downtown for a lively street festival featuring live music, local makers market, food trucks, and our signature Wet Paint Show & Sale — where you can browse and buy artwork created just days (or hours!) before, featuring the landscapes and scenes you recognize.

Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for something fun to do downtown, this is your chance to celebrate the beauty of where we live, through the eyes of the artists who paint it. Come out and be part of the experience. Make art outside. Take the moment with you.

Patron Preview Party 2025
2025-09-12 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Trust Center, 67 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, 28712, United States
Experience the exclusive unveiling of exceptional artwork at the Fifth Annual Brevard Plein Air Festival’s Patron Preview Party, held at the historic Trust Center located at 67 West Main Street, Brevard, NC. This ticketed event offers art enthusiasts and collectors the first glimpse of the competition’s finest pieces, curated by thirty talented artists from across the United States.
Each ticket includes a $50 credit for purchases during Friday’s preview or Saturday’s Wet Paint Show & Sale.
These artists have spent a week painting throughout Transylvania County and Downtown Brevard, selecting their most impressive works for display. The evening promises a delightful atmosphere of celebration, where guests can mingle with the artists, savor hors d’oeuvres, and enjoy a glass of wine to the music of Kevin Sanders.
Join us for the unveiling of original works painted throughout the week at the 5th Annual Brevard Plein Air Festival. Mingle with the artists, enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres, and relax to live music while browsing a collection of unique pieces. With artwork available at a variety of price points, there’s something for every collector to take home.. Additionally, purchased tickets contribute towards art purchases during the preview event or during Saturday’s Wet Paint Sale.

2025 Brevard Plein Air Makers Market Festival
2025-09-13 09:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Brevard
As part of our annual Brevard Plein Air Festival, we’re hosting a fall Makers Market Street Festival. This market aims to celebrate our local creators and will run alongside the Brevard Plein Air Wet Paint Show & Sale, with food vendors, live music, and incredible craft and artistry available for purchase!
The Wet Paint Show and Sale, features original artwork from 30 participating artists. Visitors to this art show will also have the opportunity to explore our Makers Market and the Wet Paint Sale. Here, they can discover handcrafted items from local artisans.
If you’re a local maker or artisan creating delightful and lovely products, we want you! We’re seeking 40 artists, crafters, and makers for our fall event. Apply today to secure your spot.
APPLY HERE to be a Vendor

Halloweenfest 2025
2025-10-25 10:00 - 22:00 | 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!
Volunteer Opportunities

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.
Merry Market – Craft & Retail Application
Food Vendor Application

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
