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Nestled at a 2,500 foot elevation between the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains, awaits a city of surprises and unprecedented vibrancy. Located in the heart of Appalachia, Asheville, North Carolina is surrounded by natural beauty.
Asheville has been called a "first class city with a hometown feel", and some call it the "Paris of the South." Recently Self magazine dubbed Asheville, "America's Happiest City", while Outdoor Living, Modern Maturity and Money have all ranked it in their respective "America's Top Cities" lists. Add to that, the dubious titles (coincidently in the same month) "Best Place to Retire" by AARP and "New Freak Capital of the U.S." by Rolling Stone. At the end of the day we're lucky enough to just call it "home."
Since its earliest days, filmmakers have flocked to Asheville and Western North Carolina. Thomas Edison filmed shorts in Asheville in 1911. In 1921, Conquest of Canaan was shot entirely in Asheville. Since then many features have been filmed in Asheville including Thunder Road, The Last of the Mohicans, My Fellow Americans, Hannibal, Dirty Dancing, and The Clearing. For more information, visit www.exploreasheville.com
On Location in Asheville
These fabulous downtown restaurants want your business ticket holders! Grab a drink and a bite in between films at one of the participating restaurants at a discounted rate. Present your 2009 Asheville Film Festival ticket stub to your server to receive the discounts below. Offer is good only for the dates listed below. Enjoy!
Bistro
1896 - Located at 7 Pack Square in downtown Asheville. Bistro is
situated right across the street from Pack Place. Bistro 1896 is warm and
comfortable- offering innovative American cuisine and excellent service.
Also- serves a mean brunch!
Thursday- November 12: 1/3 price wine with any entrée
Friday- Sunday: 10% off entire check
The
Bier Garden - Located at 46 Haywood Street in downtown Asheville.
A high energy establishment offering an endless number of draft beers and
a very tasty pub menu- along with 16 televisions! Late night food available
as well.
Daily- $2.50 draft specials
Thursday- Sunday: 10% off all food items for Film Festival patrons.
Zambra
Wine & Tapas - located at 85 Walnut Street in downtown Asheville.
A very cool downtown restaurant featuring an eclectic tapas and wine selection
inspired by the flavors of North Africa & Spain. A great experience!
Thursday- Sunday: offering 10% off for Film Festival Patrons.
The
Lobster Trap - Located at 35 Patton Avenue in downtown Asheville. Hungry
for lobster? The Lobster Trap is the place for all of your seafood needs!
Enjoy fresh lobsters shipped weekly from Maine, live music, and their very
own Oyster House beers- all served with a smile.
Thursday –Sunday: 50% of an appetizer or free dessert (with purchase
of entree) for Film Festival patrons.
DISCOUNT ACCOMMODATIONS FOR
ASHEVILLE
FILM FESTIVAL GUESTS:
Four
Points by Sheraton
22 Woodfin Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: (828) 253-1851
Rate: $99.95 + tax
Call the reservations hotline at 1-800-325-3535 and mention you're attending
the Asheville Film Festival to get the discounted rate OR you can book online
at http://www.starwoodmeeting.com (Subject
to
availability.)