Get into the holiday spirit right here in Swannanoa. Winterfest returns to Grovemont Park on Sunday, December 13, with a free, festive holiday market full of handmade gifts from local vendors, fun for all ages and a chance to catch up with family, friends and neighbors.
- When: Sunday, December 13, 2026, 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.
- Where: Grovemont Park, 251 Stonewall Ave., Swannanoa, NC 28778
- Cost: Free and open to everyone
- Presented by: the Swannanoa Community Council, Friends and Neighbors of Swannanoa (FANS) and the Friends of the Swannanoa Library
What to Expect
Winterfest is a holiday market at heart. Browse unique, handmade goods from local makers and check a few names off your gift list while supporting small businesses in the valley.
In past years, Winterfest has included holiday caroling and the Swannanoa Library’s used book sale. There are usually food vendors and hot drinks to keep you warm as the sun goes down. Full details for 2026 are still coming together, so check back here for updates.
Make an Afternoon of It
Come early and grab a coffee at Short Sleeves Coffee in Beacon Village, or pick up hand-made pretzels at Blunt Pretzels to share. After the market, Daymakers Slider Bar is just a few minutes away. Small local shops keep their own Sunday hours, so check before you go.
New to town? Our A Day in Swannanoa guide has more ideas for coffee, shopping and things to do.
More Holiday Fun in the Valley
- Deck the Trees: decorated trees at businesses across Black Mountain and Swannanoa, December 4 through January 1. Your donations count as votes and help the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund keep neighbors warm this winter.
- A Black Mountain Christmas: our full 2026 holiday guide, with parades, markets and more just 10 minutes east.
Mark your calendar, bring a friend and come celebrate the season with your Swannanoa neighbors.