Events
Explore engaging events bringing light to our community
At Sugar Hollow Solar, we're not just about harnessing the power of the sun — we're also all about bringing our community together for fun-filled events! Whether it's hosting our own solar celebrations, partnering with local organizations to support worthy causes, or powering community gatherings (sometimes with The Sugar Hollow Solar Power House), there's always something exciting happening in the Sugar Hollow Solar universe. From informative workshops and raffles to family-friendly festivities, our events are designed to spark joy and connection. Come join us as we shine a light on brighter days ahead — together!
Organic Growers School Spring Conference
Sugar Hollow Solar is thrilled to sponsor the Organic Growers School Spring Conference and present a workshop in the Farming Business Track on the ROI of solar + battery backup for farming businesses. This inspiring event brings together farmers, gardeners, and sustainability enthusiasts for hands-on workshops, expert-led sessions, and meaningful community connections.
This year’s theme, Resilience • Recovery • Renewal, emphasizes sustainable practices, including off-grid solar solutions, soil recovery, and risk management strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about a greener future!
Asheville Fringe Arts Festival
Sugar Hollow Solar proudly sponsors the Asheville Fringe Arts Festival, a bold celebration of creativity that embraces the unconventional and unexpected. Just as Fringe artists challenge artistic norms, our RePower WNC Fund empowers communities to break free from fossil fuel dependence and build a cleaner, more resilient future.
Fringe began in 1947 when artists performed on the edges of the Edinburgh Festival. That spirit spread worldwide, and Asheville joined in 2003. Today, the festival spans multiple venues, showcasing experimental performances.
Explore the edges of art—and possibility.
Pi Fun Run
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor the Pi Fun Run!
Celebrate Pi Day with UNC Asheville’s Pi Fun Run on March 16th at 3:14 PM! Run, walk, or trot 3.14 miles to support the Marvelous Math Club, which empowers local students through math and leadership.
At Sugar Hollow Solar, we know math and solar energy go hand in hand—from calculating panel angles to maximizing efficiency, math helps power a cleaner future. We’re excited to sponsor this event and support education in our community. Join the fun, support a great cause, and let’s make 3.14 miles count!
WNC Build & Remodel Expo
Join us for the WNC Build and Remodel Expo, hosted by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, on March 22-23, 2025, at the WNC Agricultural Center. This event is your go-to destination for expert advice, innovative products, and inspiration to rebuild, remodel, or refresh your home.
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to be a sponsor and exhibitor, spreading awareness about the benefits of solar energy and battery backup—helping homeowners achieve greater independence and resilience. Enjoy expert-led seminars, live demos, and family-friendly activities while exploring the latest in home improvement. Let’s build a brighter future together!
TEDx Youth @ Franklin School of Innovation
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor TEDx Youth @ Franklin School Of Innovation, a student-led event dedicated to sparking conversation and connection. Now in its fourth year, this gathering brings together inspiring community voices to explore the power of ideas.
With the theme "What If," speakers will reimagine choices, systems, and the butterfly effect of decisions. From personal transformation to global change, each talk will challenge us to see new possibilities.
Join us as we reflect on the past, present, and future, inspiring action and curiosity to shape a better world. What if we dared to think bigger?
Hendo Earth Fest
We’re excited to sponsor the 3rd Annual Hendo Earth Fest on Saturday, April 19, 2024, in downtown Hendersonville! This free, family-friendly event celebrates Earth Day with hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and local sustainability organizations.
At Sugar Hollow Solar, we’re passionate about protecting our planet through clean energy. Stop by our booth and check out the Solar Power House to see clean energy in action and learn how solar can reduce your carbon footprint and create a brighter future.
Join us and over 2,000 attendees in exploring ways to care for our environment. Come say hi and let’s power a cleaner world together!
Blue Ridge Artisan Market Earth Day Festival
Celebrate Earth Day with us at the Blue Ridge Artisan Market Earth Day Festival! Enjoy live music, art demos, native plants, food trucks, and eco-friendly vendors.
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor this event—stop by our booth to check out the Solar Power House and see clean energy in action! Learn how solar power can reduce your carbon footprint and create a brighter future.
In partnership with Ecusta Trail, Ecusta Market, Trailside Brewing, and Lennox Station, this limited-waste festival embraces sustainability, creativity, and community. Join us for a day of earth-friendly fun!
Oklawaha Jazzfest
Join Sugar Hollow Solar on Sunday, April 27th from 1–6 PM(ish) in the heart of downtown Hendersonville for an epic block party! Stop by our Solar Power House to say hi and learn how sunshine can power your home. Enjoy a Low Country Boil, live jazz all day, and a vibrant street market curated by Blue Ridge Artisan Market. Don’t miss the face-painting or the chance to savor authentic Cajun-style crawfish straight from Louisiana. It’s the perfect way to spend a Sunday—good vibes, great food, and solar-powered fun!
LEAF Global Arts Retreat
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor the LEAF Global Arts Retreat on May 8–11, 2025! Our Solar Power House will help power this inspiring festival, which has connected cultures and built community through music, arts education, and experiences since 1995.
This year’s theme, “Each One Teach One,” highlights the power of mentorship and shared wisdom, illuminating the path for future generations. LEAF exists to cultivate curiosity, preserve cultures, and promote global understanding. Join us for a transformative weekend of music, learning, and cultural exchange. Get your tickets today!
North Asheville Tailgate Market
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor WNC’s #1 farmers market, a vibrant gathering of local farmers, artisans, and food producers since 1980. Committed to sustainability, we share the market’s mission of supporting local resilience and a cleaner future.
Visit our booth on 6/14, 7/12, 9/27, 11/1, and 11/15 to learn how solar can power your home or business. Whether you have questions about incentives or just want to chat about clean energy, we’d love to connect. See you at the North Asheville Tailgate Market—where community and sustainability shine!
Hendersonville Farmers Market
Join Sugar Hollow Solar at the Hendersonville Farmers Market on Saturday, June 21, where we’ll be showcasing our Solar Power House!
Held at the Historic Train Depot (650 Maple Street), this vibrant market is a hub for fresh produce, local meats, baked goods, crafts, and live entertainment. With 30+ vendors, food trucks, and special events, it’s the perfect way to spend a Saturday!
We’re excited to connect with the community and share how solar energy can power a brighter future. Come say hi, explore the market, and enjoy a fun-filled day!
The Big Secret Family Festival
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor the Big Secret Family Festival on June 28, 2025, at Pisgah Brewing! Come say hi, we’ll be there with our Solar Power House!
This family-friendly music festival is all about fun with a purpose—all profits go directly to Food Connection and the Asheville-Buncombe Community Land Trust to support our community. Enjoy an incredible lineup featuring Toubab Krewe, LAZRLUVR, Whitney Moore, Toybox Theater, and, of course, festival host 23 Skidoo! Bring the whole family for a day of music, entertainment, and giving back.
Green Drinks
Join us for an engaging presentation on the latest trends and advancements in renewable energy! Learn how solar is reducing reliance on fossil fuels, improving efficiency, and driving innovations like solar-powered EVs and smart grid integration. Explore economic opportunities and how these developments can power your home or business sustainably in Western North Carolina.
Hendersonville Green Drinks is hosted by Conserving Carolina, MountainTrue, and Trailside Brewing Co. This monthly event welcomes everyone to discuss environmental topics, connect with like-minded people, and enjoy beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic). Trailside Brewing Co. offers beer, wine, cider, prosecco, and non-alcoholic options, along with a limited food menu.
North Asheville Tailgate Market
Sugar Hollow Solar is proud to sponsor WNC’s #1 farmers market, a vibrant gathering of local farmers, artisans, and food producers since 1980. Committed to sustainability, we share the market’s mission of supporting local resilience and a cleaner future.
Visit our booth on 3/1, 6/14, 7/12, 9/27, 11/1, and 11/15 to learn how solar can power your home or business. Whether you have questions about incentives or just want to chat about clean energy, we’d love to connect. See you at the North Asheville Tailgate Market—where community and sustainability shine!
Business of Farming Conference
We’re excited to sponsor ASAP’s 2025 Business of Farming Conference on February 22, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., at the Blue Ridge Conference Hall!
This year’s event focuses on post-storm recovery and resilience, offering valuable strategies for farmers of all experience levels. Connect with professionals across the Southeast, and attend sessions on marketing, business planning, financial management, and more.
Sugar Hollow Solar will be there exhibiting—stop by to chat about solar! We’re proud to support sustainable farming and local agriculture through this impactful event.
Asheville Restaurant Week 2025
We’re thrilled to announce our sponsorship of Asheville Restaurant Week, taking place from January 21st to January 27th! This incredible event celebrates the vibrant culinary scene of Asheville, featuring special menus and promotions from some of the city’s best restaurants.
As a proud supporter of local businesses and sustainable practices, we’re excited to partner with Asheville’s diverse dining community. Whether you’re savoring farm-to-table cuisine or enjoying innovative dishes from talented chefs, this week is the perfect opportunity to explore and support local establishments.
Join us in celebrating the flavors of Asheville and the community that makes it all possible!
Asheville City Market
Come browse the bounty of WNC and support local farms and small businesses at the Asheville City Market! We’ll have our table and tent there to talk solar and battery backup. Drop by to learn more about resilient and renewable power! We’ll see you there.
WHERE: North Market Street between Woodfin and Walnut streets in downtown Asheville. The street is closed to traffic during market times.
GETTING HERE: Free parking for customers is available at the HomeTrust Bank lot and at the Family Justice Center lot across from the YMCA at 35 Woodfin Street. Handicapped parking is available. There is a bus stop on the N1 and N2 routes one block away, on Broadway. Buses stop at both Woodfin and Walnut streets.
West Asheville Tailgate Market
Mosey on down to the West Asheville Tailgate Market to browse the abundance of our beautiful WNC. While you’re checking out the fruits, veggies, and various crafts, stop by our tent and table to discuss solar and battery backup. We look forward to seeing you and talking all things solar, renewable energy, or just how good all of the produce looks.
More on the West Asheville Tailgate Market:
At the West Asheville Tailgate Market, vendors' tables are abundant with an array of goods including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, bread, eggs, cheese, milk, meat, poultry, and fish. You will also find plant starts for gardens, locally made specialty items, natural beauty products, herbal medicine, and locally made art and crafts. They have live music and free kids activities so there's fun for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays from 3:30-6:30pm!
Fall in love with Life Saving
Join us Sunday November 3rd at the Asheville JCC to donate blood! We’ve partnered with The Blood Connection and the Asheville JCC to sponsor this donation event to help save lives in our community.
When you donate we’ll give you a $40 gift card and donate $10 to the Asheville JCC. We’ll also have snacks and various other goodies. So join us on Sunday November 3rd to give back to our community!
West Asheville Tailgate Market
Mosey on down to the West Asheville Tailgate Market to browse the abundance of our beautiful WNC. While you’re checking out the fruits, veggies, and various crafts, stop by our tent and table to discuss solar and battery backup. We look forward to seeing you and talking all things solar, renewable energy, or just how good all of the produce looks.
More on the West Asheville Tailgate Market:
At the West Asheville Tailgate Market, vendors' tables are abundant with an array of goods including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, bread, eggs, cheese, milk, meat, poultry, and fish. You will also find plant starts for gardens, locally made specialty items, natural beauty products, herbal medicine, and locally made art and crafts. They have live music and free kids activities so there's fun for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays from 3:30-6:30pm!
The Haunted Trail
We’re excited to be sponsoring this year’s Haunted Trail in Asheville! Our Power House will be there to help power some spooky attractions and the ghoulish Glow Trail!
This family-friendly Halloween event features 18 spooky scenes with over 50 actors, designed for kids 12 and under. Enjoy pirate-themed escape rooms, live mermaid encounters, bonfires with s'mores, and more. With food, drinks, and fun activities like the aerial glow trail, it's the perfect October night out for families. For younger kids, there's the "Sweet Peek Tour" before dark.
Learn more at The Haunted Trail.
LEAF Global Arts Festival October 2024
Come listen to music, exchange ideas, and expand your horizons with artists from around the world. We’ll be there to enjoy the music, talk solar and renewable energy, and to help power the wonderful vendors with our solar trailer; the Sugar Hollow Solar Power House. We’re thrilled to be able to help power the Festival. So stop by to learn about solar and battery backup, and how clean energy can help us create brighter a future.
About LEAF Global Arts Festival:
This year, we celebrate the extraordinary global citizens who not only create art but also champion causes that resonate with the heartbeat of humanity. These are the voices that echo in the halls of change, the hands that paint the canvas of a better tomorrow. Our chosen artists are not just masters of their crafts; they are beacons of hope, tirelessly advocating for a world where justice, peace, and creativity flourish.
The Haunted Trail
We’re excited to be sponsoring this year’s Haunted Trail in Asheville! Our Power House will be there to help power some spooky attractions and the ghoulish Glow Trail!
This family-friendly Halloween event features 18 spooky scenes with over 50 actors, designed for kids 12 and under. Enjoy pirate-themed escape rooms, live mermaid encounters, bonfires with s'mores, and more. With food, drinks, and fun activities like the aerial glow trail, it's the perfect October night out for families. For younger kids, there's the "Sweet Peek Tour" before dark.
Learn more at The Haunted Trail.
The Haunted Trail
We’re excited to be sponsoring this year’s Haunted Trail in Asheville! Our Power House will be there to help power some spooky attractions and the ghoulish Glow Trail!
This family-friendly Halloween event features 18 spooky scenes with over 50 actors, designed for kids 12 and under. Enjoy pirate-themed escape rooms, live mermaid encounters, bonfires with s'mores, and more. With food, drinks, and fun activities like the aerial glow trail, it's the perfect October night out for families. For younger kids, there's the "Sweet Peek Tour" before dark.
Learn more at The Haunted Trail.
West Asheville Tailgate Market
Mosey on down to the West Asheville Tailgate Market to browse the abundance of our beautiful WNC. While you’re checking out the fruits, veggies, and various crafts, stop by our tent and table to discuss solar and battery backup. We look forward to seeing you and talking all things solar, renewable energy, or just how good all of the produce looks.
More on the West Asheville Tailgate Market:
At the West Asheville Tailgate Market, vendors' tables are abundant with an array of goods including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, bread, eggs, cheese, milk, meat, poultry, and fish. You will also find plant starts for gardens, locally made specialty items, natural beauty products, herbal medicine, and locally made art and crafts. They have live music and free kids activities so there's fun for the whole family. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays from 3:30-6:30pm!
National Drive Electric Week Event
We’re incredibly excited to be sponsoring the 2024 Asheville Drive Electric event! We’ll be there with our Power House to showcase solar in action! We’ll also be there to talk solar and battery backup, and answer any questions you may have regarding incentives or the installation process.
Ten years ago, in 2014 at the Public Works parking lot on the corner of Charlotte Street and Eagle Street, the Blue Ridge EV Club hosted its first National Drive Electric Event. At that time there were three main EVs: Leafs, Model Ss, and Volts. The world of EVs has certainly changed:
On Sunday September 29th, 2024, in collaboration with Sugar Hollow Solar, Asheville Hunter Volvo, and the Tanger Asheville Outlets, the Blue Ridge EV Club will host its 11th annual National Drive Electric event at the Tanger Asheville Outlets from noon to 4pm.
At the event you will be able to see and ride in a wide variety of EVs. You can find electric cars, trucks, and bikes from Volvo, Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, Subaru, Hyundai, Tesla, Kia, Polestar, Mercedes, Volkswagen, Nissan, Honda, Genesis, Mitsubishi, Rivian, Lucid, BMW, Porsche, Harley Davidson
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge Wild Night for Wildlife Fundraiser
We’re excited to be sponsoring the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge Wild Night for Wildlife Fundraiser on Sept 26th from 6:30-8pm! This fundraiser is being held at The Mule at Devils Foot Brewing.
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with wildlife ambassadors, a silent auction, delectable hors d'oeuvres, desserts, drinks, and the wonderful company of fellow supporters. This celebration will look back at our achievements over the past decade as well as share our exciting future plans with those who helped make it all happen.
Ani & Wanei Culture Fest
Come enjoy a gathering of Cherokee and Appalachian people! You can join a Cherokee Friendship Dance or taste frybread tacos, listen to a native flute musician or an Appalachian guitarist, browse for Appalachian and Cherokee art, and meet the Cherokee Royalty. There will be face painting and puppet shows for the kids. Come, join hands to get to know another prominent culture in these mountain communities. The event takes place on September 22nd from 12:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the Hickory Nut Gap Farm on 57 Sugar Hollow Road, Fairview, NC 28730.
Punch Bucket Literary Fest
We’re thrilled to be sponsoring the Punch Bucket Literary Fest!
September in the Blue Ridge Mountains is beautiful, and so we are especially excited to celebrate writers and poets from all over the country in person during the amazing this time of year. Here is what you can expect from the festival:
Opening Night Rapid Reading by 18 Featured Writers and Poets Friday, September 20th at the Wortham Center for Performing Arts in Downtown Asheville.
40+ Readings Throughout the Day in Downtown Asheville on Saturday, September 21st
All Day Bookfair on Saturday, September 21st
Keynote Reading Event Featuring Award Winning Author, Lauren Groff at the Wortham Center for Performing Arts in Downtown Asheville, NC on the evening of Saturday, September 21st
Visit https://www.punchbucketlit.org/ to learn more and purchase your tickets today!
Brainy Brews
Curious about solar energy? Our friends at MountainTrue are holding another Brainy Brews with a focus on solar energy, and we'll be there to present at at the The River Arts District Brewing Company September Wednesday the 18th!
At Brainy Brews we'll discuss what solar energy is, how it benefits the environment (and you), financial incentives and tax benefits for 2024, and steps for getting started. Don’t forget that Sugar Hollow Solar is providing a $300 donation to MountainTrue for anyone who signs a contract and mentions MountainTrue. We will also buy your first drink at the event if you bring your power bill. Join us as we work toward clean energy together.
There will be light snacks but guests are welcome to bring their own food.
Seating is first come, first serve so come on the early side if you can to snag your spot.
RSVPs are not required but it will help ensure there are enough snacks for everyone.
The Super 12 Volt Rally
Join us for a FREE FAMILY EVENT where small cars make a BIG impact for the YMCA of WNC!
We’re proud to be sponsoring the Super 12 Volt Rally! Come and support the YMCA of WNC and see our Power House in action. We’ll be there to talk solar and battery backup for homes, nonprofits, and businesses.
Welcome to the 12 Volt Kids Rally and Race, a free family event where small cars make a BIG impact for the YMCA of WNC! This electrifying event is all about fun, friendship, and giving back. We're thrilled to partner with the YMCA of WNC, an organization dedicated to strengthening our community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Participant ages: 3-12
Activities: Kids' car race, interactive games, food, drinks, and more!
Sow and Grow Fest 2024
Join Organic Growers School for Sow & Grow Fest, a family-friendly event celebrating Western North Carolina’s vibrant food and farming community.
Asheville Area Chamber Of Commerce 2024 Chamber Classic Golf Tournament
We’re excited to a sponsor for the Asheville Area Chamber Of Commerce 2024 Chamber Classic Golf Tournament!
Bulldog Club Scholarship Golf Classic
All proceeds from the Golf Classic go to support the UNC Asheville student-athlete scholarship fund.
Celebrate 14 Years with Sugar Hollow Solar!
Join us for a sun-filled celebration as we mark 14 amazing years of powering our community with sustainable energy! 🌞
Moore Foot & Ankle Ribbon Cutting
Join us and the staff of Moore Foot & Ankle to celebrate their solar system!
Energize Your Business Sustainability Action Plan
This workshop will help you begin the shift to a sustainable business model and identify the path for change that best allows your business.
Groovin on Grovemont Final Night
We’ll have the power house out at Grovemont park to talk solar and answer any questions you may have.
Groovin on Grovemont Second Night
We’ll have the power house out at Grovemont park to talk solar and answer any questions you may have.
B Corp Certification Celebration and Banner Handoff
Join us in celebrating our recent B Corp Certification!
WORX Project Summer Program
We’re thrilled to be contributing to the WORX Project Summer Program classes and activities.
Groovin on Grovemont First Night
We’ll have the power house out at Grovemont park to talk solar and answer any questions you may have.
