Prepare for the Holidays with Advice from the Experts at Biltmore
Do you hang your Christmas lights by moving around the tree in a circular motion? Have you run out of ideas for the holiday centerpiece of the dining room table? Are you looking for money-saving tips on how to decorate for this season? Stop worrying and stop by one of Biltmore's seminars held daily November 4-19, free with admission. Get advice from estate experts on everything from creating a gingerbread house to pairing your favorite dishes with sparkling wines. Reservations are not accepted for the seminars.
Discover Vanderbilt Traditions
Hear Biltmore House hosts share the riveting details about Biltmore's Christmas traditions. Learn about Vanderbilt and Cecil family celebrations and holiday festivities of the families that lived and worked
on the estate.
Biltmore House Library Den at 10:00a.m. and 12noon
Deck the Halls
Tap into the endless creativity of our Floral Displays staff by gleaning decorating tips for your home and Christmas tree.
Biltmore House Library Den at 11:00a.m. and 1:00p.m.
Bake a Sweet Treat
Learn how Biltmore Estate's pastry chefs create our giant gingerbread Biltmore House. We'll share our impressive recipe for this monstrous creation and reveal the hard work that goes into this edible house.
Biltmore House Main Kitchen at 12:30p.m. and 2:30p.m.
Craft a Christmas Centerpiece
Wondering how you're going to spruce up your dining room table? Create a beautiful centerpiece using pinecones, greenery, and other backyard finds. We show you how!
A Gardener's Place at 1:00p.m., 2:00p.m., and 3:00p.m.
Decorate with Nature
Find a treasure trove of holiday decorations by exploring your own backyard! We share our tips for turning twigs, pinecones, and berries into beautiful accent pieces.
Winery at 1:00p.m.
Sparkle All Season Long
Don't confine champagne to New Year's Eve! Enjoy your favorite sparkling wine all season long. Our Winery experts share tips on serving and pairing sparkling wine with your favorite foods.
Winery at 2:00p.m.