Events Calendar

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Bring your holiday spirit and join us for one of Greer’s most beloved traditions! The Greer Christmas Parade is more than just a parade—it’s a celebration of community, joy, and the wonder of the season.

🎅 Wave to Santa Claus as he makes his grand entrance
🎶 Enjoy festive music, dancing, & delicious food trucks
🎁 See beautifully decorated floats from local schools, churches, and organizations
🚒 Catch a glimpse of classic cars, fire trucks, and community heroes
🤝 Come together with neighbors to kick off the holiday season in style

Whether you’re young or just young at heart, the Greer Christmas Parade is the perfect way to make magical memories with the ones you love. Bundle up, and join us for a night that will light up your holidays!

The YWCA Racial Justice Workshop is open to our entire YWCA Asheville community – including our staff, volunteers, board, donors, program participants, Fitness Center and community members. This 90-minute workshop will take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 am and will be facilitated by Gerry Leonard, Racial Justice & Outreach Specialist and Lexus Walker, Tzedek Social Justice Fellow.

Gather with your community for a FREE tasty meal, lessons on healthy eating and information on Double Up Food Bucks (a new program through SNAP)! Community Dinners are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 6 – 7:30 pm. FREE childcare provided.

Seating is limited. Reserve your seat online.

For more information, contact Leah Berger-Singer, Preventive Health Coordinator at (828) 254-7206 ext. 212 or [email protected].

Uncensored expression: anyone is invited to step up to share song, music, poetry, comedy, rants & raves!

The most eclectic open mic around, in a welcoming gallery setting! 6 pm signup, perform 6:30-8:30 pm.

Gather your friends and celebrate the season at our Ugly Sweater Party! Enjoy festive drinks, cozy comfort food, and plenty of holiday cheer. Don’t forget to wear your tackiest (and most creative) sweater — we’ll have a photo booth to capture all the fun! 🎁📸

Winter Lights is excited to provide an all-new premium trolley experience, in partnership with Biltmore Park Town Square and Gray Line Trolley Tours! Skip the lines and ride the Winter Lights Trolley!

Enjoy dinner and shopping at Biltmore Park Town Square before hopping on the Winter Lights Trolley to experience Winter Lights!

Ride the Winter Lights Trolley Friday November 28 and select Fridays and Saturdays in December. Trolleys depart from Biltmore Park Town Square every half hour, beginning at 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 per-person and available select dates only.

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol follows the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a hardened and bitter man who is visited by three mysterious spirits on Christmas Eve. As past regrets, present realities, and future warnings unfold before him, Scrooge is given a chance to open his heart and embrace the joy of generosity, grace, and redemption.

With rich storytelling, unforgettable characters, and a message that still resonates today, this classic holiday tale is perfect for the whole family. Join us for an evening of wonder, warmth, and a renewed celebration of what truly matters most.

For 35 years in Spartanburg, the delightful story of Clara and her adventures on Christmas Eve has been a part of over 90,000 families’ holiday season. This year, we celebrate with new costumes, new choreography, and enchanting surprises, all while partnering with the brilliant music of the Spartanburg Philharmonic (for our fifth season together). This 35th Nutcracker is dedicated to Carlos Agudelo, Artistic Director.

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol follows the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a hardened and bitter man who is visited by three mysterious spirits on Christmas Eve. As past regrets, present realities, and future warnings unfold before him, Scrooge is given a chance to open his heart and embrace the joy of generosity, grace, and redemption.

With rich storytelling, unforgettable characters, and a message that still resonates today, this classic holiday tale is perfect for the whole family. Join us for an evening of wonder, warmth, and a renewed celebration of what truly matters most.

Winter Lights is excited to provide an all-new premium trolley experience, in partnership with Biltmore Park Town Square and Gray Line Trolley Tours! Skip the lines and ride the Winter Lights Trolley!

Enjoy dinner and shopping at Biltmore Park Town Square before hopping on the Winter Lights Trolley to experience Winter Lights!

Ride the Winter Lights Trolley Friday November 28 and select Fridays and Saturdays in December. Trolleys depart from Biltmore Park Town Square every half hour, beginning at 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $50 per-person and available select dates only.

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol follows the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a hardened and bitter man who is visited by three mysterious spirits on Christmas Eve. As past regrets, present realities, and future warnings unfold before him, Scrooge is given a chance to open his heart and embrace the joy of generosity, grace, and redemption.

With rich storytelling, unforgettable characters, and a message that still resonates today, this classic holiday tale is perfect for the whole family. Join us for an evening of wonder, warmth, and a renewed celebration of what truly matters most.

On exhibit Saturdays and Sundays from 12 – 4 p.m., Rocky Cove Railroad is a G-Scale (garden scale) model train that demonstrates the coming of trains to western North Carolina at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is located below the Grand Promenade. Please note, Rocky Cove Railroad will not operate in rainy or wet conditions.

Looking for unique gifts? Need to stock up on farm fresh products for your holiday visitors? Visit our Holiday Market inside Holliday Brewing on Sunday Dec 14 from 2pm – 6pm for one stop shopping. Grab a bite and a pint while your there. Cheers to the holidays!

Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the best-selling solo pianist of our time, earning 22 Number One albums and 32 Top 20 Radio Singles. He’s garnered two Grammy nominations, Gospel Music’s Dove Award, two SESAC Songwriter of the Year Awards, a Canadian Country Music Award, and is a member of Pandora’s “2 Billion Streams” Club.

Join us for Empower Hour, a one-hour program and facility tour where you will experience firsthand the YWCA’s work to bridge gaps in earning power, education, health & wellness and access to childcare.

Empower Hours take place twice a month on the first and third Tuesday at 11:30 am.
Lunch is served as part of our Empower Hour, so reservations are required.

To make a reservation: contact Elizabeth Alvandi, Advancement Assistant, at (828) 254-7206 ext. 103 or [email protected].