Winter Activities in Asheville, NC

Winter Outdoor Adventures

Hatley Pointe

Located at 578 Valley View Circle, Mars Hill.

The former Wolf Ridge Ski Resort peaks at an elevation of 4,700 feet and sits in the shadow of Big Bald Mountain, with 54 acres of skiable terrain. It's always snowing here, since they make their own snow with updated snowmaking capabilities. There are 15 lighted runs with a double lift, a quad lift, and 2 surface lifts. If mountain biking or hiking on trails is more your speed, Hatley Pointe also offers outdoor adventures.

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Adventure Center of Asheville

Located at 1 Resort Drive in Asheville.

Enjoy expansive views of the Asheville skyline from Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures, head up into the trees for a challenge at Asheville Treetops Adventure Park, jump on a mountain bike to experience the Kolo Bike Park, or zip with your kids at KidZip, America's first zipline adventure designed for kids under 10. The Adventure Center has plenty for everyone to do year-round. Check the website for winter hours, as the center is usually only open on weekends during cooler weather. Reservations may be made online, as well. Phone: (877) 247-5539.

Cataloochee Ski Area

Located at 1080 Ski Lodge Road in Maggie Valley.

With a peak elevation of 5,400 feet, everything you need for a day of fun in the snow is at Cataloochee. From beginner ski trails to black diamond courses, a terrain park with stunt equipment, to Tube World, just a few miles down the road from the slopes, there is plenty to do. No snow? No problem! They make their own snow as soon as temperatures allow. The ski area's full service rental department offers ski and snowboard equipment, including jackets, pants, and helmets, plus a state-of-the-art boot drying system. Open into late March. Visit the website for information and live webcams, or call 800-768-0285 for current conditions.

Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park

Located at 5865 Willow Road in Hendersonville.

Moonshine Mountain offers the best and steepest snow tubing in Western North Carolina. With over 500 feet of fun & excitement for all ages, it's one of the only Snow Tubing Parks in the Southeast that allows group trains, with a limit of 6 people. The facility makes its own snow, and admission includes 2 full hours of tubing. Call for conditions: (828) 696-0333. Open Fridays 4 p.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Black Bear Tubing

Located at 373 Kerr Rd. in Hendersonville

With a tubing slope that is 600 feet long and snow-making equipment for snow-less days, Black Bear Tubing is a local destination for the whole family. The facility includes a heated lodge, concessions, a playground, and even tube tugging equipment to help you ride up to the top to do it all again. Book your date and time on the website.

Winter Indoor Activities

Biltmore

Located at One Lodge Street, Asheville.

It’s a great time to take advantage of the lowest prices of the year on admission to the Biltmore Estate. Purchase tickets and reserve your visit time online 7 days in advance for the best rates. 

In addition to self-guided tours of the home and gardens, Biltmore is wrapping up their Italian Renaissance Alive exhibit on Jan. 7 in its Amherst at Deerpark™ exhibition space. The traveling exhibit is an immersive experience where you are surrounded by the works of Michelangelo, Raphael, Botticelli, and Caravaggio. Biltmore tickets are required to view the exhibit.

Asheville Art Museum

Located at 2 South Pack Square, Asheville.

Be inspired by world-class special exhibitions and the Asheville Art Museum's outstanding collection, showcasing the very best of 20th and 21st century American art and the cultural heritage and contemporary art of Western North Carolina.

The museum contains more than 7,000 works in all media, including a repository for works from the Black Mountain College Collection. The award-winning museum annually presents numerous exhibitions drawing from its permanent collection and borrowed works, and offers a wide variety of public programs for adults, children, and visitors of all ages. The museum is open every day except Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Reserved tickets are not required, but they are recommended.

Asheville Pinball Museum

Located at 1 Battle Square, Asheville.

The Downtown pinball museum is more than just a static place to show off an impressive collection. The museum offers 35 pinball machines that you can play as often as you'd like for one set price, as well as 35 classic video games. Open hours vary, so be sure to check the website before you venture, but do note that they are closed on Tuesdays and most holidays. Call ahead to find out how busy they are, as the capacity is 65 players. However, there is a waiting list you can join: (828) 776-5671.

Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company

Located at 675 Merrimon Avenue, North Asheville.

Asheville Pizza and Brewery is more than just a great pizza restaurant. Within its massive walls is a 150-seat first-run movie theater with tables for dining and an award-winning micro brewery. Plus, there's another giant screen which features family-friendly shows and cartoons. Phone: (828) 254-1281.

Asheville Museum of Science

Located at 43 Patton Ave., Asheville.

The science museum features gems and minerals from across the globe, as well as hands-on activities that explore climate change, digging for fossils, plate tectonics, outer space, and more, including the cast of a Teratophoneus Curriei dinosaur. Kids will love exploring the Museum with scavenger hunts and other activities. You must reserve a timed entry on the website. Phone: 828-254-7162.

LaZoom Comedy Tour

Pick up the bus at the LaZoom Room, 76 Biltmore Ave., Asheville.

Hop on LaZoom's iconic purple bus and explore the funny side of Asheville on the City Comedy Tours. You'll learn about the historical and hysterical aspects of the city, with some comedy and entertaining hosts to spice things up. Grab your favorite beverage from the LaZoom Room, take a seat, and see the city like you've never imagined you would. Busses are heated. Phone: (828) 225-6932.