Asheville West KOA Holiday Blog
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Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Take I-40 12 miles west of Asheville to Exit 37.
Eastbound take three rights.
Westbound take a left and two rights, 1/2 mile from exit.
Follow directions, not GPS.
Looking for a special way to spend the Christmas season in Asheville? Western North Carolina is full of holiday lights, festive storefronts, Christmas at Biltmore Estate, local shopping, winter scenery, and cozy mountain moments.
Asheville West KOA Holiday is a great home base for exploring Asheville during the holidays. We have cozy winter cabins ready for your holiday stay. Click on the photo below to see a winter cabin video tour!
Stay in your RV, book a cabin, and plan a winter camping getaway just off I-40 near Biltmore, the North Carolina Arboretum, downtown Asheville, Biltmore Village, Grove Arcade, and the mountain towns beyond.
Whether you are visiting for Christmas at Biltmore, Winter Lights, holiday shopping, or a quiet winter weekend in the mountains, here are some of the best ways to experience Christmas near Asheville.
No Christmas trip to Asheville is complete without Biltmore. During the holiday season, Biltmore House is decorated with trees, garlands, lights, ornaments, and festive details throughout the estate. See if you can count all the Christmas Trees on display.
For 2026, Christmas at Biltmore runs November 3 through January 10. Guests can visit during the day or book Candlelight Christmas Evenings for a more dramatic after-dark experience with glowing fireplaces, live music, and a beautifully lit estate.
Event details: https://www.biltmore.com/things-to-do/events/christmas/
Winter Lights is one of Asheville’s brightest holiday traditions. The gardens at the North Carolina Arboretum are transformed into a walk-through light display with more than one million lights, including illuminated trees, garden displays, and seasonal features.
It is a great evening outing for families, couples, and anyone who wants to enjoy the holidays outdoors. Winter Lights runs November 13, 2026 through January 3, 2027.
Event details: https://www.ncarboretum.org/winter-lights/
The National Gingerbread House Competition display is one of Asheville’s most well-known holiday traditions. Guests can view incredible gingerbread creations from bakers and artists of all ages.
Public viewing is available on select dates and times, so be sure to check current access details before visiting. The 2026 display runs November 17, 2026 through January 3, 2027.
Event details: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park/things-to-do/national-gingerbread-competition
Christmas is a great time to shop local in Asheville. Downtown Asheville, Grove Arcade, Biltmore Village, and nearby mountain towns offer local boutiques, galleries, craft shops, restaurants, and festive storefronts.
Grove Arcade is especially beautiful during the holidays, with seasonal decor, local shopping, dining, and a classic downtown Asheville atmosphere. Grove Arcade’s Winter Wonderland runs from November 19 through January 2.
Grove Arcade details: https://grovearcade.com/winter-wonderland-2/
From Biltmore to Winter Lights to downtown displays, the Asheville area has plenty of ways to enjoy holiday lights. If you want an easy evening outing, look for walk-through light displays, drive-through light shows, and festive downtown areas throughout the season.
Holiday lights guide: https://www.exploreasheville.com/article/top-places-to-see-holiday-lights-asheville-nc
Christmas in the mountains is not just about big holiday attractions. It is also about quiet mornings, cool mountain air, campfires, scenic drives, local coffee, and relaxing after a day of exploring.
Asheville West KOA gives you a convenient place to stay near Asheville while still feeling close to the mountains. Pack warm layers, bring your favorite campfire snacks, and enjoy a slower, cozier side of Western North Carolina.
Planning a longer holiday getaway? These roundups are helpful for finding even more Christmas lights, holiday events, shopping, and seasonal experiences around Asheville:
Where to See Holiday Lights in Asheville: https://www.exploreasheville.com/article/top-places-to-see-holiday-lights-asheville-nc
Holiday Events and Festivities in Asheville: https://www.exploreasheville.com/things-to-do/things-to-do-by-season/holidays
Ways to Experience the Holidays in Asheville: https://www.exploreasheville.com/article/8-ways-to-experience-holidays-asheville
Christmas in Asheville is full of lights, local traditions, winter scenery, and mountain charm. Asheville West KOA is close to Biltmore, downtown Asheville, the NC Arboretum, Grove Arcade, Biltmore Village, and other favorite holiday stops.
Book your winter stay and make the most of Christmas in the mountains.
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