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Fall Events at The NC Arboretum
Related: NC Arboretum Guide | NC Arboretum Events | Fall Foliage Forecast | Birding | Arboretum Spring Shows | Bamboo Festival | Orchid Show | Garden Symposium | Arboretum Exhibits | Fall 2011 Photos

Natural beauty comes in a kaleidoscope of colors each fall at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville. Vibrant colors amid trees, shrubs, and perennials delight the senses at the Arboretum. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains and adjacent to the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, The NC Arboretum is nestled in one of the most beautiful natural settings in America. See more Fall photos on Facebook!

For the latest on fall color and events in the Asheville area, go to our Fall Foliage Forecast.

Here are some wonderful Fall events at the Arboretum:

Saturday, September 22, 2012: Heritage Crafts Day
Now in its sixth year, Heritage Crafts Day features artists and crafters 11 AM-4 PM whose work reflects the heritage of Western North Carolina. Vitally important to the region’s craft heritage is the close relationship between the crafts and plants used in their production. Much of the artistic expression of mountain crafts originates from the character and nature of plants. Fine crafts made from local and natural materials will be highlighted, as will art created from recycled and sustainable sources. Discover the many plants that support crafts and understand how they are grown, prepared, and used in the industry.


See the area's tiniest leaf color show with their large Bonsai collection - both at the Bonsai exhibit and in the Greenhouses.

October 13-14, 2012: Carolina Bonsai Expo
The city of Asheville transforms into the bonsai capital of the Southeast as The North Carolina Arboretum hosts the Carolina Bonsai Expo. Visitors to the show will find an abundance of miniature trees and landscapes, creatively displayed at the Arboretum’s Education Center. This two-day horticultural extravaganza, situated in the midst of the colorful mountains during fall foliage season, features a juried display of bonsai by clubs from across the southeast, a renowned bonsai marketplace, workshops, free demonstrations, and a popular Ikebana exhibit. The expo is also a perfect occasion to explore the Arboretum’s Bonsai Exhibition Garden, which celebrates its fifth anniversary as a world-class display that innovatively establishes bonsai in the context of the Southern Appalachians. The two-day event features juried exhibits by bonsai enthusiasts from throughout the southeast. In addition, workshops are available for those interested in learning bonsai and ikebana techniques from master artists. It is open from 9 AM until 5 PM Saturday, and 9 AM until 4 PM Sunday. There is no charge for visitors to attend the Carolina Bonsai Expo although usual parking fees apply.

October 20-21, 2012: North Carolina Chrysanthemum Society’s Annual Show
 Hundreds of chrysanthemum blooms will fill the Arboretum Education Center in a kaleidoscope of vivid colors. This annual show is judged by expert Accredited National Chrysanthemum judges from across the country according to strict National Chrysanthemum Society standards and highlights the exceptional variety in size, shape and color of these popular fall flowers. The show is a perfect opportunity to learn more about how to grow display or show quality chrysanthemums. Enjoy the shows and flower sales as well as trail walks, family activities, and exhibits. Hours for Saturday are 1 to 5 PM, and hours on Sunday are 1 to 4 PM.