Annual Festival of Flowers & 25th Anniversary of Winery at Biltmore
Takes place on April 03, 2010
APRIL 3, 2010 - MAY 16, 2010
Celebratory anniversary events across the estate to include music, activities and a new garden audio tour.
The estate-wide event celebrates the beauty of George Vanderbilt’s 8,000-acre property. Biltmore’s gardens
are in their 120th year. For the first time, a cell phone audio tour of the gardens offering historical facts as well as more detailed information about plant varieties will also be available.
The 25th anniversary celebration of Festival of Flowers coincides with the grand opening of Antler Hill Village. This pedestrian-friendly venue will be open to guests as part of daily admission to Biltmore and expands current offerings to include a new exhibition space, village green with live entertainment, dining, shopping and a new outdoor adventure center.
Biltmore Winery, located in the village area, will also be celebrating its 25th anniversary and will be offering a newly-designed tour and tasting room. Antler Hill Village will be open to guests during Festival of Flowers
and a grand opening celebration is planned for May 20 – 23, 2010.
With so much to celebrate, festivities across the estate will include music in Biltmore House and other locations, tips from Biltmore gardeners and innovative displays in the conservatory. Biltmore Winery will host live music, wine tastings, seminars and children’s activities. Seasonal Festival of Flowers wines are crafted each year to mark the occasion. In addition, Biltmore’s restaurants will feature special silver anniversary menus, drinks and desserts.
Asheville, NC 28803
