Labor Day weekend heralds the traditional end of the summer season, and there are a variety of single day and ongoing events in the Asheville area that may interest you. Wildberry Lodge is the perfect place to stay while you check out these 5 things to do in Asheville now through Labor Day weekend!

1. Biltmore Gardens Railway
   Now through September 7, 2020 at Biltmore 
   The Biltmore Gardens “railway” is a delightful  botanical model train display featuring small-scale replicas of the estate’s structures, including Biltmore House, the Lodge Gate, and even a small version of the Conservatory itself. The structures are painstakingly hand-crafted using natural elements such as leaves, bark and twigs collected from the estate grounds. A one-of-a-kind, fun-for-all-ages garden experience! Tickets may be purchased online or by phone (800-411-3812). Kids 9 and younger get in free with a ticketed adult.
2. ASAP Farmer’s Market at A-B Tech
   Now through October 31, 2020
   The ASAP Farmers Market is a socially-distanced market which runs every Saturday 9-12 noon. The market is located in A-B Tech parking lot A-13, adjacent to the A-B Tech/Mission Health Conference Center (16 Fernihurst Dr.).Visitors are asked to queue inside vehicles until instructed to park and move into the market.
3. Mr. Jimmy at The Geneva River Tiki Bar, Lake Lure
   Friday, September 4, 2020
   The Tiki Bar features 90 feet of deck along side the pool overlooking the Rocky Broad River, creating an open air oasis with a “south seas” flavor. Enjoy your favorite dishes accompanied by a cool beverage while you take in the sounds of renowned Chicago Bluesman Mr. Jimmy and his Power Trio.
4. Foraging Tour With No Taste Like Home
   Tours run Sun, Mon, Wed. and Sat. at 9:30am or 1:30pm
   This is not your run of the mill nature tour-You will hike along the “eaten” path while you find and gather over a dozen wild edibles. You can take your finds home, or you can have one of No Taste Like Home’s restaurant partners craft a meal out of your “catch”-lunch, brunch or dinner-for free! Suitable for all ages and abilities. Must book tours in advance; call 828-209-8599 or book online.
5. Lawn Concerts at Isis Music Hall
   September 3 through 5, 2020
   Isis Music Hall Lawn Concerts feature dinner on the patio and on the lawn while you enjoy some of Asheville’s top musical acts. Call for reservations and tickets 828-575-2737. Labor Day Weekend features:
   • Alien Music Club Jazz Quartet Thursday at 6:30
   • The Lazybirds Friday at 6:30
   • Peggy Ratusz & Daddy Longlegs Saturday at 6:30

Wind down those summer days with a stay at Wildberry Lodge. Spacious, well-appointed guest rooms with plush, comfy chairs and beds and luxurious private baths await. All rooms enjoy tranquil views of lush greenery and our spectacular mountains. Check out our specials, book online or call us at 828-683-2525.