Crisp air. Bright leaves. Good tunes. Make The Restoration Asheville your base for a season of exploring waterfalls, sipping at Sierra Nevada, and catching live music all over town.
Waterfall Season
- Looking Glass Falls and Moore Cove Falls are easy wins for big payoff with little effort.
- DuPont State Forest (Triple Falls, High Falls) delivers classic leaf color with wide, well-marked trails.
Trail Tips
- After rain, waterfalls are more dramatic. Check trail conditions before you go.
- Rocks and roots get slick. Wear grippy shoes and be cautious near edges.
- Some forest roads and trailheads have limited signage or cell service. Download maps.
- Later in fall, higher elevations can see early frost or closures. Confirm access ahead of time.
On The Calendar
Make a short drive to Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. in Mills River for an afternoon flight and evening show. Their fall lineup often mixes national touring acts with local favorites including:
- Lovely Asheville Fall Festival: Oct 11–12, Pack Square Park. Two days of live music, poetry, and family-friendly fun right downtown.
- LEAF Global Arts Festival: Oct 16–19, Lake Eden (Black Mountain). A beloved, multi-day celebration of global music, culture, and workshops.
- Sierra Nevada, Mills River: Fall live music, special releases, and patio hangs. The brewery keeps an active events calendar in October; look for amphitheater shows and seasonal sets.
- Asheville Sessions Centennial: Early November. A citywide tribute marking 100 years since the 1925 recording sessions, with concerts and community events around town.
Settle in at The Restoration Asheville and let the front desk point you to what’s happening. With downtown at your doorstep and the Parkway a quick drive away, you can fit leaf-peeping, waterfalls, and live music into the same day. Plan your stay today!
