Farm-tastic Adventure!
ASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour will take place on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19-20, noon to 5 p.m. The participating farms will be within an hour of Asheville. Farms will be announced Summer 2026. One pass is good for all passengers in a single vehicle at all farms, both days. Passes are $35 before Sept. 19 and $45 on Sept 19-20.
ASAP’s annual Farm Tour is a chance to experience how food is grown and raised through guided tours, demonstrations, and tastings. The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina, including vegetables, livestock, vineyards, orchards, flowers, fiber, and more! This is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages, abilities, and interests. All are welcome.
ASAP’s 2026 Farm Tour is a critical piece of the agricultural economy as it helps local food producers rebound through unexpected crisis, strengthens the relationships between farmers and consumers, and encourages tourism outside of Asheville. Join ASAP in sustaining our farming community.
ASAP is committed to equity and inclusion at all of our events. Please be open and considerate as you interact with farmers and fellow attendees. Read ASAP’s Equity Statement for more context.
Find Out More About
Sponsoring the Farm Tour
ASAP’s Farm Tour is the premier farm event in the region. As a sponsor, you gain visibility for your business and connect with the region’s passion for local food. Contact Nora Scheff, nscheff@asapconnections.org, to learn more about how to showcase your support of local food and farms.
Tips for the Tour
Make an itinerary. Choose two to four farms to visit each day, allowing at least an hour at each farm in addition to travel time. Please be respectful and only visit farms during tour hours.
Map your trip. Plan your route in advance and print directions between farms. GPS and cell phone service can be unreliable for some farms and rural roads.
Pack supplies. Be prepared with drinking water, sunscreen and hats, closed-toe walking shoes, hand sanitizer, bug spray, a cooler, an umbrella or rain jacket, cash, and a camera.
Leave dogs at home. Pets can pose food safety threats, damage plants, and are dangerous to livestock.
Bring the whole family. The Farm Tour is a great activity for visitors of all ages. Look for family-friendly activities in farm descriptions and note which tours are best suited for those with limited mobility.
Enjoy a picnic or meal on the farm. Look for “Enjoy a meal” in the farm descriptions to see which farms have food. Some farms accept debit/credit, but not all; plan to bring enough cash. Farms also make great picnic spots, so bring a blanket.
Photo Contest
Submit your Farm Tour photos for a chance to win a 2026 Farm Tour pass!
- Submit photos by Sunday, Sept. 27.
- Send high resolution photos to photos@asapconnections.org. You may submit as many photos as you like. Please include your full name and the name of the farms pictured in your email.
- Four winning photos will be shared in our e-newsletter and on social media.
- Winners will also receive a pass to our 2027 Farm Tour!
With your submission, you certify that you own the rights to your submitted work, and grant a non-exclusive, non-transferable right for ASAP to use your photographs in our internal and external communications including, but not limited to: print materials, social media, websites, and e-newsletters. Written permission from a parent or guardian is required for any photos containing children ages 18 or under. Any photos containing people’s faces will require permission from subject for ASAP to use. If you have any questions, please contact us at photos@asapconnections.org or call 828-236-1282.
Share your photos during the tour! Tag @asapconnections and use #asapfarmtour when you post about your Farm Tour experience on Facebook and Instagram.
Visiting Farms Outside the Farm Tour
Many local farms welcome visitors for tours, u-pick, and special events throughout the year. Search ASAP’s Local Food Guide for more farms to visit throughout the seasons.