Your Guide to Love, Music, Art, and Mountain Charm
If you’re looking for a romantic, creative, and cozy way to celebrate Valentine’s Weekend, Black Mountain, North Carolina is the perfect place to be. From live music and art workshops to laid-back brewery vibes and scenic strolls, this small mountain town offers something special for every kind of love story.
Make It a Full Valentine’s Weekend
Make dinner reservations early for Saturday night.
Shop downtown for handmade gifts, art, and local goods.
Book a local inn and turn Valentine’s Day into a full weekend getaway.
Here’s what’s happening in Black Mountain for Valentine’s Weekend, February 12–15, 2026.
Thursday, February 12th – Kick off the Weekend Early
Asheville Jazz Orchestra – Bring your sweetheart and let the Asheville Jazz Orchestra Big Band sweep you off your feet. From Moonlight Serenade to The Nearness of You, these timeless love songs promise an evening filled with romance, style, and classic charm—the perfect soundtrack for a night to remember.
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: The Monte Vista Hotel – Presented by White Horse Black Mountain
Tickets required
Galentine’s Day Party – Party full of sips, shopping, and self-care. Gal-themed drink menu, local vendors; art, permanent jewelry, pop-up lymphatic drainage massage experience and of course good vibes.
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Peri Social House
Friday, February 13 – Start the Weekend with Confidence and Fun
Valentine’s Burlesque: Cocktails & Choreo – Playful and empowering at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. This 90-minute burlesque-style workshop blends fun choreography, confidence-building movement, and a relaxed social vibe. No dance experience needed.
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Tickets required
Queen Bee & The Honeylovers – Queen Bee and the Honeylovers perform classic swing, blues and Latin music. They have been voted best in Jazz since 2019 in the Mountain Xpress “Best Of” poll. Their debut album, ‘Asheville’, celebrated their hometown’s history and won them #41 on WNCW’s listener-voted poll of Best Albums of 2019 as well as features on The State of Things with Frank Stasio and PBS Woodsongs.
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: The Monte Vista Hotel – Presented by White Horse Black Mountain
Tickets required
Saturday, February 14 – Valentine’s Day in Black Mountain
Galentine’s Polymer Clay Earrings Workshop – Celebrate friendship, creativity, and self-love with a hands-on workshop where you’ll design and make your own custom polymer clay earrings. A perfect activity for friends, couples, or solo creatives.
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Registration required
Heads, Hearts & Hands: Family Art Workshop – This family-friendly workshop invites adults and children to create together while exploring connection and creativity. A great way to spend Valentine’s Day afternoon with the people you love most.
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Black Mountain Center for the Arts
The John Henrys – The John Henrys, the Most Famous Band in the World, are a collection of unique musicians, that have spent the past 15 years exploring the last 100 years of music. Swing Jazz, Spanish Tinge, Musette of a Paris dancehall, illuminated by the dreams and wild desires of these Impressionist time travelers on a transcendent journey of sound.
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: The Monte Vista Hotel – Presented by White Horse Black Mountain
Tickets required
Zoe & Cloyd Annual Valentine’s Concert – A beloved Black Mountain tradition, this Valentine’s concert features the acclaimed duo Zoe & Cloyd performing heartfelt Americana and folk music. Ideal for a romantic evening out.
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Tickets required
Sunday, February 15 – Keep the Love Going
While Sunday is lighter on scheduled Valentine-specific events, it’s the perfect day to slow down and soak in Black Mountain’s charm.
Brunch and Coffee Dates
Explore the town’s cafés and bakeries for a cozy morning with your partner or friends.
Scenic Walks and Mountain Air
Take a stroll around Lake Tomahawk or enjoy nearby trails if the weather cooperates.
Valentine’s Weekend in Black Mountain is all about connection — through music, art, creativity, and quiet mountain moments. Whether you’re celebrating romance, friendship, or self-care, this town offers a warm, welcoming way to make the weekend meaningful.
