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Asheville Municipal Golf Course is a classic Donald Ross track where the back nine still delivers that strategic, shot-shaping fun, and the…

226 Fairway Dr

Asheville Municipal Golf Course is a classic Donald Ross track where the back nine still delivers that strategic, shot-shaping fun, and the storm-tossed front nine is moonlighting as a temporary disc golf course. Grab a friend, split the bags, and make it a two-sport afternoon.

From the Asheville newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Local, family-owned Tropical Gardens Mini Golf has an 18-hole course that somehow makes a two-putt feel like a trophy, plus sno-cones for…

956 Patton Ave

Local, family-owned Tropical Gardens Mini Golf has an 18-hole course that somehow makes a two-putt feel like a trophy, plus sno-cones for the victory lap. They’re swinging into their 36th season, so grab a friend and settle a friendly rivalry after work this week.

From the Asheville newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Abandoned property featuring graffiti art, good for photo opportunities.

Asheville

Abandoned property featuring graffiti art, good for photo opportunities.

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Company providing guided backpacking trips and day hikes along the Appalachian Trail.

70 College St

Company providing guided backpacking trips and day hikes along the Appalachian Trail.

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Founded in 1894, this private club features a Donald Ross golf course, tennis courts, and events facilities.

170 Windsor Rd

Founded in 1894, this private club features a Donald Ross golf course, tennis courts, and events facilities.

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Fine Arts Theatre

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Easygoing cinema showing 1st-run, art & independent films in an art deco/modern setting.

36 Biltmore Ave

Easygoing cinema showing 1st-run, art & independent films in an art deco/modern setting.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

1640 Hendersonville Rd

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Members-only country club offering golf, tennis, a pool, dining, and event space.

31 Stuyvesant Rd

Members-only country club offering golf, tennis, a pool, dining, and event space.

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Grovewood Village

Entertainment

Quaint, historic place with artist studios, museums & a sculpture garden, plus a restaurant.

111 Grovewood Rd

Quaint, historic place with artist studios, museums & a sculpture garden, plus a restaurant.

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Mountain course featuring undulating terrain and greens, plus a clubhouse and a bar.

36 Pink Fox Cove Rd (Weaverville)

Mountain course featuring undulating terrain and greens, plus a clubhouse and a bar.

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