Art in Autumn

02/03/2026

Artists, this one’s for you!

The application for Art in Autumn is officially OPEN!

Be part of a vibrant fall celebration featuring local and regional artists in the heart of Weaverville.

✨ Apply now
🔗 https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14392
📆 Deadline: June 13, 2026

01/29/2026

🎨 CALLING ARTISTS!
Artist applications for Art in Autumn 2026 open February 1, 2026.

🍂 Art in Autumn Outdoor Arts & Crafts Festival
📅 September 19, 2026
⏰ 10 AM – 6 PM
📍 Main Street, Downtown Weaverville

Join us for the 19th Annual Art in Autumn Festival, a beloved Weaverville tradition celebrating creativity, community, and small-town charm.

✨ 100+ juried artists & craftspeople
🎶 Live music from favorite local performers
🏆 Artist awards & live judging
🍴 Local shops, food & restaurants

Just 7 miles north of downtown Asheville, Weaverville comes alive each September with art, music, and connection. Art in Autumn offers artists and attendees alike a welcoming, well-established festival in the heart of a vibrant arts community.

Free to attend • Family-friendly • Outdoor event

🍁 Artists & art lovers — save the date!

09/23/2025

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Art in Autumn Festival!

🏆 Best in Show: Tiffany Ownbey –

🥈 2nd Place: Summer Merritt –

🥉 3rd Place: Jaana Mattson

🌟 Honorable Mentions 🌟

• Denby Dale
• Molly Walter
• Audrey Laine
• Linsey Puckett

A huge thank you to all of the incredible artists who shared their work and talent with us this year, and to our amazing community for showing up to support the arts in Weaverville! 💛

09/19/2025

Parking will be available at the Weaverville Primary School, West Funeral Home & The Presbyterian Church. There will be signs and volunteers helping to direct you. If you are comfortable with a short walk, additional parking is available at the Weaverville Elementary School, the Weaverville Community Center, and along Weaver Boulevard, all less than a mile from the festival.

*Remember that parking on residential streets within the Town of Weaverville is not permitted.

*Please also remember that parking attendants are volunteers, and your patience and appreciation mean a lot.

For safety, please follow these guidelines:

- Avoid parking in traffic lanes or on detour routes
- Do not block sidewalks, driveways, or crosswalks
- Keep 20 feet clear around stop signs and traffic signals
- Leave cones, signs, and barriers in place

Town of Weaverville
Weaverville Police Department

09/18/2025

Just a couple days away! Join us for the the 18th Annual Art in Autumn, this Saturday September 20th in downtown Weaverville, 10am - 6pm.

This will be our 18th annual Art in Autumn Outdoor Arts and Crafts Festival. September 20, 10am-6pmThis much loved event is held on Main Street in downtown W...

09/18/2025

This Saturday! We are in need of several more volunteers. Could that be YOU?
Volunteer with our wonderful crew and get a free Art in Autumn
t-shirt.

Sign Up:

Welcome to our Art in Autumn 2025 Volunteer Sign-up. This event will take place on Saturday, September 20th, 2025 We are celebrating 18 years of the festival this year - and many artists tell us this is their favorite show, because of our fantastic volunteers! Volunteers are needed to help with a va...

09/14/2025

✨ More amazing artists you’ll meet at Art in Autumn 2025! 🖼

🏺 Porch Potters – A beloved collective bringing their unique pottery styles and traditions to Art in Autumn once again.

🌄 Souzette Stoutenburg – Her works, like Hope After Helene, capture the resilience of nature and the playful spirit of the mountains.

🎨 Christy Vonderlack – Known for her bold use of color and energy in contemporary acrylics, Christy took home 2nd Place at last year’s festival!

🎭 Fian Arroyo – A dynamic artist whose work infuses imagination, storytelling, and vibrant character into every creation.

🌌 Lelia Canter – Lelia’s acrylic paintings weave together Appalachian history, Cherokee and Celtic legends, and cosmic themes of resilience, connection, and renewal.

🙌 Come celebrate local creativity at Art in Autumn on Saturday, Sept. 20th, 10–6 PM in Downtown Weaverville.

09/12/2025

🌟 Meet some of the incredible artists you’ll see at Art in Autumn 2025 — just around the corner! 🎨✨

🌸 Angie Bryant – Back for her fourth year, Angie’s vibrant alcohol ink florals bring color and joy to every corner of the festival.


🎨 Linsey Gray Puckett – Finding beauty in imperfection, Linsey works with charcoal, pastels, and unfinished wood grain to create soulful works that carry over into textiles and home goods.

💍 Jorie Browder – A teacher by day, metalsmith by weekend, Jorie handcrafts silver & copper jewelry with semi-precious stones and intricate textures.

🧵 Heather Cohen – Originally from Zimbabwe, Heather hand-paints natural fabrics using batik, shibori & watercolor techniques, transforming them into one-of-a-kind wearable art.

🖌 Kit Martin – Kit’s artwork is celebrated for its expressive detail and thoughtful storytelling, bringing fresh perspective and emotion to each piece.

💫 Amy Massey – Amy creates ethereal watercolor paintings in Asheville’s River Arts District. Her flowing works explore growth, resilience, and connection—an invitation to turn inward and nurture our softest selves.


✨ Don’t miss these talented makers and many more at Art in Autumn on Saturday, Sept. 20th, 10–6 PM in Downtown Weaverville.

09/10/2025

✨Only 10 days until Art in Autumn 2025 fills Downtown Weaverville with art and excitement! ✨

📍 When: Saturday, Sept. 20th
🕘 Time: 10 AM – 6 PM
📍 Where: Main Street, Downtown Weaverville

Volunteers make the festival possible—want to join in? Sign up through the link in bio!

🚗 Parking Info

Primary parking at Weaverville Primary School + other designated spots.

Additional parking at Weaverville Elementary, Weaverville Community Center, and along Weaver Blvd (all less than a mile from the festival).

Please avoid residential streets, traffic lanes, sidewalks, and driveways. 🚫

Follow signs & the directions of our amazing volunteer parking attendants (and give them a smile—they’re donating their time 💛).

Thank you for helping us keep the festival safe, welcoming, and fun for everyone! 🌟

09/05/2025

Join Our Amazing Team of Volunteers! 🍂

Art in Autumn is back on Saturday, September 20th, and we need YOU to help make Weaverville’s favorite event a success!

As a volunteer, you’ll:
✨ Get a free event T-shirt
✨ Pick it up early at Curtis Wright Outfitters
✨ Be part of an incredible day filled with art, music & community

SIGN UP HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094CABAD2BA3FA7-57445127-artinautumn #/

Join our amazing team and help create an unforgettable festival experience! Sign up today and be part of the magic.

08/30/2025

They’re here! ✨
Art in Autumn 2025 T-shirts have arrived, and Amy & Ryan Spooner of Artisans on Main are giving you a sneak peek at 2 of the 6 gorgeous colors. Grab yours during the festival for just $20! 🎨👕

🙌 Even better—volunteers get a shirt FREE! Want in? Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508094CABAD2BA3FA7-57445127-artinautumn #/

Already on the volunteer list? Your shirt is waiting for you at Curtis Wright. Swing by anytime and let them know you’re picking up your volunteer tee!

on Main
Curtis Wright Outfitters

08/02/2025

We have a unique situation this year. A few invited artists have had to decline their spots, and we’ve also heard from many who missed the original deadline but are still eager to participate.

To ensure a full and vibrant show, we’re re-opening the application for a limited time. If you’re interested in joining us, the application will be open through Wednesday, August 14th at midnight.

If the form asks for an access code, please use: Wea101069

We’re grateful for the incredible interest and support we’ve received and look forward to another fantastic Art in Autumn!