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You need a break. You need to get away with some good friends. Asheville is the place if you live in Raleigh, Charlotte, Knoxville, Greenville, Atlanta, Charleston, or somewhere within striking distance. We’re close enough to those areas to squeeze a lot of vacation into a single getaway. But you’re not going to get it all in on one getaway.

We’re here to help. Here is your itinerary for the best weekend in Asheville. In this guide, we’re going to assume you’re arriving by late afternoon on Friday and going home on Sunday.



As we approach the holiday season, Asheville residents may begin to wonder what will be happening around the city to celebrate the holiday of gratitude, family, and food. Asheville has a long history of spreading holiday cheer all year long, and this season won’t be an exception. 

In this article, we will explore all the possibilities Asheville has to offer this holiday season. With a whole host of activities from restaurants and buffets to outdoor excursions and more, there is something for everyone to get excited about as the beautiful season of the holidays awaits you in Asheville. 



As we discussed in the first part of this series, dueling piano players amass numerous stories throughout their careers. Among our amazing musicians, we have so many stories; they can’t be contained in a single post. So we’re going for another!

Sit back, have a drink, and enjoy part two of I’m a Dueling Piano Bar Player!



We can all agree that there’s not much that’s cooler than dueling pianos. You can imagine that during our time as a dueling piano bar in Asheville, one of the most eclectic cities in the country, we have amassed some pretty outrageous stories. 

Here is part one of our series on stories from dueling piano musicians at Off The Wagon!



Asheville, North Carolina is well-known for its iconic hiking routes and natural wonders. While these hikes aren't as well-known, they do provide an opportunity to get off the beaten path on less-traveled trails in the Blue Ridge Mountains near downtown Asheville.