WNC Strong Candlelight Discount

This Promotion Ended December 19

 

Dear WNC Friends & Neighbors,

Each Christmas is special for us at Biltmore, but this year has been particularly meaningful.

Deeply moved and inspired by the strength of our local community, we were honored to share the magic of Candlelight Christmas Evenings at a special discount with local WNC residents November 19–December 19.

This special promotion has ended, but our faith in your resilience remains, as does our appreciation of your continued support and well wishes.

We are grateful for the opportunity to move forward together into a new year.

Your Friends at Biltmore

Candlelight Christmas Evenings

House & Grounds Discounted Ticket

Available Monday–Thursday

Your ticket includes:

• Evening visit to Biltmore House with an Audio Guide
• Gardens and Grounds, including the Conservatory
• Antler Hill Village & Winery
• Complimentary Wine Tasting
• Complimentary Parking

THIS PROMOTION HAS ENDED

Included with Your Admission

Couple walking in Biltmore House's Tapestry Gallery decorated from Christmas
Elegant rooms adorned with Christmas trees, ribbons, garlands, and thousands of twinkle lights shimmer in the flickering light of candles and cozy, crackling fireplaces. As you explore the house and enjoy live holiday music, it’s easy to imagine yourself a guest at the first Vanderbilt family Christmas in 1895.

Family walking in plant-filled Conservatory on Biltmore Estate

Brimming with poinsettias, an array of exotic orchids, and an abundance of lush, fragrant tropical displays, the Conservatory is simply breathtaking during Christmas at Biltmore.

Nighttime aerial view of Antler Hill Village illuminated with Christmas lights
As night falls, this vibrant hub of activity becomes a luminous yuletide wonderland! Bask in the glow of a glittering cascade of lights illuminating trees, buildings, and the pathways that connect the Village’s unique shops, restaurants, and Winery.

Friends enjoying a wine tasting at Biltmore Winery

Located in Antler Hill Village, our Winery invites you to discover Biltmore’s distinctive portfolio of handcrafted wines—savor them at the Tasting Room or our indoor/outdoor Wine Bar.

A Beloved Holiday Tradition Turns 40

Join George Vanderbilt’s great-grandchildren as they reflect upon 40 years of Candlelight Christmas Evenings.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I use the Daytime portion of my Candlelight ticket?

    In addition to Evening admission to Biltmore House, your Candlelight ticket includes Daytime admission to estate grounds: Antler Hill Village & Winery, gardens, shops, and restaurants.

    You can enjoy the Daytime portion of your ticket on the same day of your Evening visit OR the day after:

    Same Day
    Guests who enter the estate prior to 4:30 p.m. will use the Daytime estate grounds visit portion of their Candlelight ticket on that same day as their Evening visit.

    Day After
    Guests who enter the estate at or after 4:30 p.m. will use the Daytime estate grounds visit portion of their ticket the day after their Evening visit.

  • Can I add Chihuly at Biltmore admission to my ticket?

    Yes! When making your Candlelight ticket purchase, follow the prompts to add Chihuly at Biltmore to your visit.

  • Which counties are eligible for the WNC Strong discount?

    Residents of Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, Clay, Cleveland, Gaston, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Lincoln, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yancey Counties, as well as the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians are eligible for our WNC Strong discount.

  • What days of the week is this discounted ticket available?

    Our WNC Strong discounted ticket can be purchased for Monday–Thursday Candlelight Christmas Evenings visits, November 19–December 19.

    NOTE: Availability is limited, and Candlelight Christmas Evenings is not available November 28.

  • Is there a limit on the amount of discounted tickets I can purchase?

    No—the more the merrier! As long as there is availability for the dates and times you choose, you’re welcome to purchase as many tickets as you wish.

  • Can I share this offer with my friends and family?

    Yes! Feel free to share this with friends and family in the WNC counties (listed above) impacted by Helene.

  • Can I use the promo code more than once?

    Yes! Feel free to experience Candlelight Christmas Evenings at this special discount again and again this holiday season.

  • Should I make dining reservations for my Candlelight visit?

    Yes. Reservations are available and highly recommended for ticketed Candlelight Christmas Evenings guests at the following estate restaurants:

    • Stable Café
    • Cedric’s Tavern
    • Bistro
    • Village Social

    NOTE: During November and December, dining reservations for The Dining Room at The Inn on Biltmore Estate® are exclusively available to guests staying at The Inn, Village Hotel, or Cottages on Biltmore Estate.