The Black Mountain Center for the Arts (BMCA) is hosting the 20th anniversary of its annual Art in Bloom fundraiser from June 18-21, 2026. The event features live floral arrangements inspired by regional artwork, a Regional Artist Exhibit (June 1-21), a "First Bloom" ticketed preview on June 18, a self-guided garden tour on June 19-20 with plein air artists, and an "Art from the Garden" exhibition later in the month. The event is supported by Explore Asheville and other community sponsors.
Art in Bloom is BMCA's largest and most critical fundraiser, directly funding the center's year-round mission of providing public exhibitions, live theater, and educational classes. The 20th anniversary underscores the event's sustained role in uniting nature and creativity while supporting local artists, floral designers, and community arts programming in the Black Mountain region.