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HAPPENINGS

LAUNCH OF A GROUP STORYTELLING PROJECT TO UN-SEGREATE US

Take part in an interactive introduction to the ‘BILLIE’S SONG, AN URBAN FAIRY TALE’ Theatrical Readings Project being planned for Spring 2023.

Your Dog Here Fundraiser

"Your Dog Here" is a DSSOLVR fundraiser in association with Asheville Humane Society

Bears Bees + Brews invites Asheville to get wild this fall.

An event that focused on educating the community about the wildlife in Western North Carolina and how we can coexist with the creatures who are often roaming in our own backyards.

14th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival

Presented by Laugh Your Asheville Off, the largest comedy festival in the Southeast comes roaring back to Asheville August 10-13, 2022

Open Studio: Ginger Huebner

Ginger Huebner is an artist, collaborator, educator and visual translator

Firefly Gathering

Near the summer solstice each year, around 1,000 people convene from around the globe for the Firefly Gathering.

Local Artist Chosen for TED.com

Local artist Ginger Huebner's TEDx Asheville talk was chosen for the TED.com website and the TEDx Editor's choice. She offers the question: What if we had conversations without even saying a word, and instead used imagery and color alone?

INAUGURAL INDUSTRY DISCOUNT BARGAIN BLOWHOLE BONANZA

Unique yard-sale style event happening May 21st!

Singer-Songwriter Kevin PM Comes to Asheville

Live music coming to Emote!

THE EVOLUTION OF SPA

FIRST EVER SOCIAL SPA OPENING MAY 5TH IN DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE

Trashy Vegan event raises money for Non-profit Animal rescue

The Trashy Vegan raises money for Sister Kitten Animal Rescue

Color Me Goodwill Fashion Show

Tickets are now on sale for the 6th Annual Color Me Goodwill fashion show!

Tzedek Social justice fund honors local leaders

Tzedek Social Justice Fund announces winners of their Brilliance Awards and shares information about their wonderful program.

Newly Opened Marquee Asheville

Marquee Asheville--a newly opened marketplace in Asheville's RAD.

EMO Night at DSSOLVR

DSSOLVR's Emo Night returns on February 11th.

A Winter of Poetry

Many poetry events taking place this winter at the CCC!

2021 Upcoming Holiday Events in Asheville

With December rolling up, Asheville is riling up for the holiday season. To welcome in everyone’s favorite time of year, we are highlighting five holidays events to stir locals and visitors alike into seasonal cheer.

Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum

Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum are back!

Winter Wonderland at Grove Arcade

November 18th through January 3rd the Grove Arcade will be a Winter Wonderland!

Immersive Artistry at Biltmore

November- January the Biltmore hosts "Legends of Art & Innovation"

Halloween is for adults too! 2021

Here are some Halloween activities for adults happening this weekend!

AVL Pumpkin Patches 2021

Our team has put together a list of pumpkin sales in AVL--get em’ before they’re gone, Halloween is near!

Lake Lure Arts and Crafts Festival

Happening tomorrow is the Lake Lure Arts and Crafts Festival!

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands happening October 14th-17th 2021

Montford Park Players welcome the Halloween season with “Living Dead in Denmark”

The Montford Park Players welcome Halloween season with a spooky performance wrapped in a delightfully Shakespearean package.

Last Show & Tell Holiday Pop Up Shop This Wednesday

Don't miss your last chance to score unique gifts at this very special pop up at the Masonic Temple.

Buy Local Art For The Holidays + Always

The Asheville Area Arts Council hosts the 2018 Holiday Market on Saturday, December 8th

Shawn Winebrenner Opens Show at UNCA

"Ad Lucem: Masking and the Resilience of a Human Spirit” - A photo exhibition by local artist Shawn Winebrenner opens December 7

SWIPE Mic Returns With New Host Black Swan

Asheville's open mic night for bad dating stories is back with new host, comedian and overall badass, Black Swan.

17th Annual Survivors' Art Show

A powerful exhibition of art from sexual assault survivors in the Asheville community opens Thursday 15.

River Arts Studio Strolling

November 10 - 11 marks yet another fall Studio Stroll in the River Arts District where you can meet art makers + become an art collector.

The French > Asheville > Connection

/ Fleurs / showcases the work of an artist who is French born and loving, living the Asheville life.

Who's ready for a Taco Takeover?

On October 14th Salvage Staton will be home to a taco lovers dream come true -- the 1st ever Taco Takeover.

Miss Gay Latina Asheville

In its 11th year the pageant returns to the Diana Wortham Theater on Saturday, November 3rd for an unforgettable night of fabulosity.

SAY IT LOUD > An Art Experience

Clear your calendar for the opening of this must-see exhibition that explores the African American experience through contemporary art.

Win a Moog Synthesizer #dreamsdocometrue

Here's your chance to win one of three Moog Synthesizers during the Bob Moog Foundation 2018 Fall Raffle.

Celebrate the start of Autumn at Harvest Fest

Come one, come all to the 1st ever Harvest Fest at the Burton Street Community Peace Gardens on Saturday 9/22.

Livin' The Asheville Van Life

JuneBug Retro Resort in Weaverville is the 2018 home of the largest #vanlife gathering on the East Coast.

Nature & Brews & Bears. Oh My!

The WNC Nature Center's popular happy hour meet-up returns Friday, September 14th with food, cider, beer, music and bears.

Happy Birthday to Asheville FM

Community celebrating community as Asheville Affiliates hosts a Birthday Bash Fundraiser for !03.3 Asheville FM

Matt + Kim Play The Orange Peel

Brooklyn based duo headline the legendary Asheville music venue.

Southeast B-Boy Championships Return > 9/8

Top street dancers from all over the US will gather to battle it out B-boy style at Asheville Music Hall for the 9th Annual SEBC.

LAAF 2018 << REWIND

In case you missed it or just want to reminisce, here are some clips from LAAF (Living Asheville Arts Festival) that happened Labor Day Weekend #SundayFunday.

NC Mountain State Fair / photo by @curatednc

It's Mountain State Fair Time

If you can almost see the neon lights, hear the happy screams, and smell the fried foods (and farm animals!) in the air, it's because it is time for the NC Mountain State Fair!