Events in Asheville today

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  • 10am

    Alice in Wonderland Jr.

    Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E Walnut St, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Alice in Wonderland Jr. brings Lewis Carroll’s curious world to the stage, inspired by the 1951 Disney film as well as the novels The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. This 60-minute production features songs by Danny Elfman, Sammy Fain and Bob Hilliard, Oliver Wallace and Cy Coben, Michael Abbott and Sarah Weeks, and Mack David, Al Hoffman and Jerry Livingston. The score is adapted and arranged with additional music and lyrics by Bryan Louiselle, with further arrangements and orchestrations by Patrick Sulken, and the book with additional lyrics is by David Simpatico. Education Season Sponsor: Alice, Bex and Evan CranMike.

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  • 12pm

    Friends and Family Ultimate Game

    Asheville Middle School, 211 S French Broad Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    This community gathering brings families and friends together for an Ultimate Frisbee game at Asheville Middle School in connection with Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp. The event centers on friendly play and shared time on the field.

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  • 4:30pm

    Rosette Chamber Concerts & Asheville Music School Present: Workshop with New Amsterdam String Band

    AyurPrana Listening Room, 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    At AyurPrana Listening Room, Rosette Chamber Concerts teams up with Asheville Music School for an old time workshop led by musicians from the New Amsterdam String Band. This hands on session centers on Squirrel Hunters, a well known Appalachian tune carried through the Southern mountains, and welcomes players of any age or skill level. Bring a fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, or another instrument, and learn directly from the ensemble as they offer guidance along with brief performances that illuminate the style, history, and traditions behind the music. Admission is $8. Students attend free, and one accompanying parent or chaperone is also admitted at no cost. Participants should bring their own instruments, and listeners are welcome. The featured group is a New York based ensemble of Juilliard trained musicians who explore the connections between European Baroque music and American traditional music.

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  • 5pm

    Evening Reception: Lonestar State of Mind

    64 Biltmore Ave, Asheville
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    An evening reception highlights Lonestar State of Mind, bringing together new work by Jackson Hammack and Carl Block. Different in medium and approach yet united by a distinctly Texan spirit, their pieces showcase bold color, memorable character, and creative energy tied to the Lone Star State. Look for Jackson’s wildlife paintings of desert creatures alongside Carl’s vividly painted face jugs and sculptural forms. Both artists will be present, snacks and beverages will be available, and Carl’s Dinky Machine offers the chance to take home a tiny face jug.

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  • 5:30pm

    Witchy Workshop - Tarot With Cats

    House of Black Cat Magic, 841 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Love cats and the craft of tarot? Settle into the cat lounge for a one hour workshop that shares a short history of the cards and teaches how to use simple one card and three card pulls for everyday guidance. Sleek resident cats will lend their presence while you practice, creating a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. The workshop costs $15 per person, and every ticket helps fund care for the cats in the lounge. Tarot decks are provided, and participants are welcome to bring their own or purchase one from the shop. Tickets are available through the organizer’s website, and space is limited, so advance booking is encouraged.

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  • 6pm

    Mountain Medicine Live

    Wheelhouseasheville , 225 Coxe ave, Asheville
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    Experience a live performance by Mountain Medicine at Wheelhouse.

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  • 6pm

    TLQ+2 @ Cultivated Cocktails

    Asheville, NC
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    Attendees can enjoy food, drinks, and music at Cultivated Cocktails.

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  • 6pm

    Asheville Drum Circle

    Pritchard Park, 67 Patton Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Join the Asheville Drum Circle at Pritchard Park for a free Friday-night community gathering filled with rhythm, dancing, and good vibes. The drum circle starts as the sun sets and runs into the evening, and everyone is welcome, including people who want to listen or join in with their own drum. Bring a drum if you have one, or come enjoy the music and the lively atmosphere.

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  • 7pm

    Synthesizer Sound Bath

    The Well, 3 Louisiana Ave, Asheville
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    Immerse yourself in a meditative sound bath shaped by analog synthesizers and acoustic instruments arranged in a quadraphonic speaker array. Composer and sound designer Logos, also known as James Genaro, leads the experience, inviting participants to sit or lie down and let waves of sound support relaxation, healing, and expanded awareness. With more than 25 years working with synthesizers to shift consciousness and open visionary states, James creates an enveloping musical journey. Suggested donation is $15 to $20 or more, and no one is turned away for lack of funds.

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  • 7:30pm

    Clyde's

    Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E Walnut St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Set in a truck stop sandwich shop, this play centers on a kitchen team of formerly incarcerated workers who are determined to rebuild their lives. While a harsh owner tries to keep them down, their shared pursuit of the perfect sandwich sparks purpose, pride, and the courage to dream again. The story highlights second chances, community, and the everyday realities and resilience within communities of color. Content advisory: cigarette use, strong language, and staged violence.

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  • 7:30pm

    Movies on the Green: School of Rock

    Reynolds Green (Mini-Quad), 1 University Hts, Asheville · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Settle in on Reynolds Green, also known as the Mini-Quad, for the finale of UNC Asheville’s Movies on the Green summer series. This outdoor screening is free and open to all, and blankets or lawn chairs are encouraged. Before the film, enjoy casual lawn games and music, and look for Hilltop Ice Cream with treats available for purchase. The feature is School of Rock (2003), in which an aspiring rocker impersonates a substitute teacher and turns a class of buttoned-up students into a band with the Battle of the Bands in their sights. Guests may bring their own food, however alcohol is not allowed. Nearby lots P27, P13, and P28 offer free parking. Accessibility accommodations, including ASL interpreting, captioning, Braille, or electronic text, are available upon request by contacting Stephanie Bullick at sbullick@unca.edu or (828) 251-6292.

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  • 8pm

    Black Sea Beat Society

    The Double Crown, 375 Haywood Rd, Asheville
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    Due to capacity constraints, the show has been moved to The Double Crown, and the team is working to secure venues for subsequent Fridays. Black Sea Beat Society brings traditional sounds from the Balkans, Turkey, and the Middle East with a rock and roll spirit. This high energy group spans Balkan brass, Turkish psychedelic, Middle Eastern classics, and klezmer, powered by accordion, a horn section, electric guitar, and drums.

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  • 8pm

    Two Nights of Punk Night One

    27 Club, 180 Patton Avenue, Asheville
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    The first night of this two-part punk event features performances by Soul Shrapnel, 4 Barrel Frankenstein, and Dear Kavalier. Admission is $10 day of show.

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  • 8:30pm

    Commodore Fox at Wild Wing Cafe Arden

    65 Long Shoals Rd, Arden
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    A rock themed Friday night brings together Commodore Fox and Wild Wing Café.

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  • 9pm

    Candler Rice

    Shiloh & Gaines, 700 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville
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    Candler Rice is a keyboardist, guitarist, and backing vocalist for rising country artists Adam Church and Bailey Marie, with experience from sold-out shows and major festivals across the U.S., including a 2022 tour with Luke Combs. Away from touring, he taps into his Western Carolina roots for a solo performance that blends piano bar favorites, country and folk classics, and original songs.

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  • 9pm

    barnacle boi

    Third Room, 46 Wall St, Asheville
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    Third Room hosts a bass music night featuring barnacle boi with support from enjoii and Saint Pond. Ian Oliver, known as barnacle boi, is an electronic artist recognized for blending atmospheric trap with emotive, nostalgic textures, working across production, DJing, vocals, and visual art while continually refining his sound. Notable reworks include takes on t.A.T.u.’s All The Things She Said and Blink-182’s I Miss You, alongside collaborations with Bones of TeamSESH, Holly Stell, and Madi Larson, with his music drawing acknowledgment from Alice Glass and Finn Wolfhard. Releases such as the 777 EP and the full-length 2020 highlight immersive, emotionally rich songwriting. His live presence spans festivals like Imagine, Wakaan, and Sound Haven, as well as landmark stages including Red Rocks, where he forges a strong connection with audiences. Each winter solstice he unveils Into the Void, a mix and visual project that pairs carefully curated selections with striking imagery for a reflective annual moment. Tickets are $25 in advance and $32 day of show.

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  • 9:30pm

    The Snozzberries

    Eulogy, 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    The Snozzberries take the stage at Eulogy during AVL Sounds Fest with a festival set on the lineup.

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Saturday, August 8 21 events
  • 9am

    Let Your Light Shine 5K

    Carrier Park, 220 Amboy Rd, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    A 5K at Carrier Park in Asheville welcomes both walkers and runners in support of Western Carolina Rescue Ministries. This eighth annual fundraiser is timed by Finish Well Timing and raises both funding and awareness for the ministry’s work in the community. All proceeds directly benefit WCRM, advancing efforts to foster life transformation across its programs and to address homelessness and addiction throughout the region. Building on 46 years of service to people experiencing homelessness, the organization is focusing on expanding support to further this mission.

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  • 9am

    Summer Saturdays

    Sand Hill Community Garden, 16 Apac Dr, Candler · verified Jul 31
    Free

    At Sand Hill Community Garden, volunteers help grow organic produce for people in need, building on a past harvest that reached two tons. All tools, materials, and guidance are provided, and volunteers can take home produce. It is a warm, community-focused way to meet neighbors, learn new gardening skills, and support local food efforts. Bring energy and be ready to spend time in the soil.

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  • 10am

    NAMI Family Support Group - Asheville

    NAMI Western Carolina, 356 Biltmore Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Family members, partners, and caregivers of people living with mental health conditions can gather in a peer-led, supportive setting in downtown Asheville. Participants exchange experiences, learn together, and develop strategies for coping and for supporting loved ones. The group meets every Saturday, welcomes everyone, and is free to attend.

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  • 10am

    Yoga in the Park

    1 Town Square Blvd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Yoga in the Park returns with a free outdoor class presented in partnership with the Reuter Family YMCA. YMCA instructors lead an all-levels practice featuring a mix of styles to promote calm, focus, and renewed energy. Attendees are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, spend time outdoors, and share the experience with friends. Registration is open for this complimentary session.

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  • 11am

    Sonic Journey with Himalayan Singing Bowls

    Somatic Sounds, 149 S Lexington Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Experience a restorative sound bath guided by Vivek, featuring more than 40 hand crafted Himalayan singing bowls. Layers of tone and overtone create a full body listening experience that can calm the mind, ease physical tension, and support emotional, mental, and spiritual balance. These grounded vibrations offer a gentle reset so the week can begin with clarity and calm. Yoga mats, pillows, and blankets are provided for added comfort.

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  • 11am

    Storytelling through Self Portraiture

    Trackside Studios, 375 Depot St, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    This mixed media class with Joni Marie Lawler invites participants to create a self portrait that tells a personal story using flowers, leaves, and found objects. The experience emphasizes creativity as a way to reconnect with oneself, notice everyday beauty, and find a sense of comfort and peace. Materials provided include a 9 x 12 canvas, E6000 glue, finger gloves, artificial flowers, and a selection of printed face drawings. Participants can personalize their piece by bringing meaningful items such as favorite fabric scraps, jewelry, or nature inspired elements. Those who wish to feature their own likeness may bring a black and white headshot to use, or email a headshot to have a black and white face prepared. Expect a warm, reflective environment that encourages storytelling, resilience, and the quiet power of renewal as each portrait comes to life.

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  • 11:30am

    Pilates Reformer Class

    1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville
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    Build confidence on the Reformer in a class suited to beginners and those with some experience. Expect a comfortable, moderate tempo with progressions that let you adjust the level of challenge. Instructors provide thoughtful modifications for all abilities and can accommodate injuries or movement limitations so you can move safely and feel supported.

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  • 12pm

    Back to School Bash

    Tanger Outlets, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Celebrate the return to school with an afternoon of shopping, games, giveaways, music, and activities for all ages at Tanger Outlets, Asheville. Get set for the classroom with back-to-school savings from brands like Nike Factory Store, Vineyard Vines, J.Crew Factory, Under Armour, The Children's Place, and Old Navy Outlet. A lively way to refresh wardrobes and enjoy time together.

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  • 12pm

    Meows with MPR AVL-Cat Adoption Event

    PetSmart, 150 Bleachery Blvd, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Meet adoptable cats at PetSmart during a dedicated adoption event. Each feline has been spayed or neutered, is up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipped, tested for FELV/FIV, dewormed, and started on monthly flea prevention. Before attending, browse the available cats to read foster-written bios, view photos, check adoption fees, and, if a particular kitty seems like the right match, submit an adoption application in advance to be among the first considered.

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  • 1pm

    Coloring with Cats: Kiddie Edition

    House of Black Cat Magic, 841 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    This relaxing art session invites kids to combine the soothing benefits of coloring with the comfort of spending time among cats. Children 13 and under can use provided coloring books and markers, then choose to take their finished artwork home or display it on the shop altar dedicated to Bastet. Tickets are $15 for one child with one accompanying adult, and proceeds help fund the care of the resident panthers. To keep the atmosphere peaceful for everyone, families are asked to follow all cat lounge rules. A separate adults-only session is also offered.

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  • 2pm

    Collage as Creative Self Expression & Mindful Meditation

    Asheville Yoga Center (Yoga Studio), 211 S. Liberty St., Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Professional artist and yoga teacher Amy Kalyn Sims leads a summer collage workshop centered on joy, creative self expression, and mindfulness. Participants reflect on what brings them joy, then awaken creativity through gentle movement, mantra, music, and meditation before diving into mindful collage as a practice of awareness and connection through shared art making. Time is set aside for journaling and reflection, with space to share completed pieces. The session concludes with a soothing Yin and Restorative Yoga practice designed to release tension and leave everyone feeling nourished and renewed. Each person creates and takes home at least one 5 x 7 inch mixed media collage that can be framed or turned into a greeting card. Bringing items from home to incorporate is welcome but not required, and all materials needed to complete an artwork are provided through the supply fee. Open to all, with no prior yoga or art experience necessary.

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  • 2:30pm

    Saturday Night Live Music

    Bear's Back Alley Bar, 135 Coxe Ave, Asheville
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    Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ pairs live music with Kansas City-style barbecue. Featured performers include Iggy Radio, The Project, Christie Huff, Miller & Reeves, 81 Drifters, and John Keck Band. No tickets are required.

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  • 4pm

    Michelle Malone Duo

    Asheville, North Carolina, 20 Pine Grove Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    The Michelle Malone Duo appears as part of AVL Sounds Fest in Asheville, a citywide festival showcasing more than 150 performers across over fifteen stages. Additional artists and details will be announced, and tickets are on sale.

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  • 5pm

    Sunset Sessions

    New Belgium Brewing , 21 Craven St, Asheville
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    Sunset Sessions with In Plain Sight returns to New Belgium Brewing - Asheville for a third season. What began as a special gathering has grown into a fixture of Asheville’s summer dance scene, shaped by two years of memorable music, lively energy, and a strong sense of community. The celebration continues with dancing as the sun dips toward the horizon, bringing everyone together once more.

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  • 5:30pm

    Tantra Speed Date®

    WellSpring Wellness Center, 960 Tunnel Rd, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Join an in-person singles event designed to help you connect beyond small talk. It’s structured like an experiment in chemistry and communication, with more than classic speed dating built in, bringing together open-minded singles in Asheville for a fun 3-hour session.

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  • 6pm

    Live DJ's

    After/Glow, 95 Roberts St, Asheville
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    Saturdays at After/Glow feature live DJ sets alongside food and drinks. The rotating lineup includes DJ Neon Samurai, DJ Slow Drip, DJ Aoli, DJ Neptune Spins, DJ Brent Brown, DJ Pave Beats, DJ JG, DJ Traveling with Jericho, DJ MX.NIXX, and DJ Koskue.

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  • 7pm

    Mr Jimmy Saturday Residency

    Asheville Club, 20 Haywood Street, Asheville
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    Settle in for authentic blues from Mr Jimmy, an award winning guitarist, singer, and songwriter who hails from Chicago and lives in Asheville. His Saturday residency brings his sound to Asheville Club, known as the hippest club in town.

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  • 7:30pm

    The 17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival

    Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 18 Biltmore Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Join the Asheville Comedy Festival for its 17th year, featuring a lineup of comedians and plenty of laughs over multiple nights. The festival runs August 8 through August 10, with performances starting at 7:30 PM each evening.

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  • 8pm

    Soul Blue Rocks the Cork & Keg

    Weinhaus, 86 Patton Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Soul Blue delivers classic soul, blues, and R&B with a five-piece lineup whose members come from Atlanta, Georgia and Asheville, North Carolina. Drawing on backgrounds in bands such as Daddy’s Money, The XL’s, and Banks & Shane, these seasoned players bring an authentic touch to favorites by Otis Redding, Al Green, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Howlin’ Wolf, Wilson Pickett, James Brown, and Aretha Franklin, alongside songs from artists like Taj Mahal, John Meyer, Jimmy Hall, Delbert McClinton, and the Tedeschi Trucks band. Their long friendship and shared love of the music create easy onstage chemistry and a lively atmosphere. Admission is free, and a tip jar will be available.

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  • 8pm

    Two Nights of Punk Night Two

    27 Club, 180 Patton Avenue, Asheville
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    Night two of this punk series showcases Machine Gun Earl, Trash Rocket, Exaggerators, and DDRB. Admission is $15 on the day of the show.

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  • 9pm

    Get Vocal with Stephani

    The Social, 9 Knauth Rd, Asheville
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    Stephani hosts a lively karaoke night at The Social, where visitors can party with friends, enjoy food and drinks, and take the stage. The sign up list may fill quickly, so arriving early can help secure a spot, and the host makes every effort to give participants a chance to sing. Those who prefer to listen can still expect an entertaining evening with performances that keep the energy up.

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Sunday, August 9 8 events
  • 10am

    Sunday Morning Brunch Trivia

    Well Played Board Game Cafe, 162 Coxe Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    A Sunday brunch trivia experience pairs great food with interactive fun. Attendees team up with friends and family to face multiple rounds of general knowledge questions while enjoying breakfast dishes, mimosas, and a selection of breakfast beers and cocktails. When the quiz wraps up, the good times continue with board games.

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  • 12pm

    Mercy Fund Animal Rescue Adoption Event

    Asheville Raven & Crone, 640 US-25, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    This adoption event spotlights a range of pets ready for loving homes. Attendees can spend time with the animals, share some affection, and consider welcoming one into their family. Mercy Fund Animal Rescue, Inc. is an all-volunteer, foster-based organization that pledges lifelong care to the animals it takes in. The team works to rescue pets in need, place them in safe and caring homes, and support families so animals can remain with the people who love them. Founded in 2006 by Joy Harklerode, a longtime resident of Marion in McDowell County, the rescue grew from a community need to address animal welfare, overpopulation, and dignified care for pets. Animals live with foster caregivers until they are ready for adoption, and those who cannot be placed are supported through a permanent foster network. Guided by a simple purpose to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, warm those in the cold, heal the sick, and find the lost, the organization relies on a small, dedicated network working together for animals.

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  • 2pm

    Coloring with Cats

    House of Black Cat Magic, 841 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Unwind in a cat lounge during a gentle coloring session alongside the panthers and other cat lovers. Spend about 50 minutes coloring a cat illustration from coloring books for adults, enjoy time with the cats, and relax. Books and markers are provided, and when your page is complete you can take it with you or place it on the shop’s altar to Bastet. Tickets cost $15 per person, and proceeds help care for the panthers that live there. Suitable for ages 12 and up, with a calm and relaxing atmosphere for everyone.

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  • 3pm

    Plant Bingo

    The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Sprout & Bloom presents another installment of Plant Bingo. Play 10 rounds for a chance to take home plant prizes, with entry set at $15. Drink specials will be available, and the event is open to all ages.

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  • 3pm

    Chalwa Sundays

    French Broad River Brewery, 101 Fairview Rd, Asheville
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    Cool mountain reggae sets the tone while fresh pizza and craft beer round out the experience. Expect easy vibes, good bites, and a flavorful pour.

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  • 5pm

    Mr Jimmy's Sunday Jazz Sessions

    Hotel Eve Jazz, 56 N Lexington Avenue, Asheville · verified Jul 31
    Free

    Enjoy live jazz at Hotel Eve as Mr Jimmy leads a continuing session that spotlights a different special guest musician each time. There is no cover charge. Enter through the gate between Virtue and Dane Wells Gallery.

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  • 7pm

    John Mulaney

    Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, 87 Haywood St, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Comedian John Mulaney is coming to Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville for an evening show. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.

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  • 7:30pm

    The 17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival

    Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, 18 Biltmore Ave, Asheville · verified Jul 31
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    Join the Asheville Comedy Festival for its 17th year, with a lineup of stand-up and other hilarious performances all in one of the region’s most lively cities. The festival runs over multiple nights, so there are plenty of chances to catch the laughs.

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Monday, August 10 7 events
  • 8:30am

    TaeKwonDo Summer Camp - The Way of the Peaceful Warrior Week

    Blue Ridge TaeKwonDo, 1340 Tunnel Rd, Asheville
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    Part of a summer series of themed weeks, this session at Blue Ridge TaeKwonDo centers on The Way of the Peaceful Warrior and welcomes children ages 6 to 13. Camp activities keep learning engaging while helping participants build discipline, focus, respect, and confidence. The experience blends adventure with education so campers have fun as they grow. Before and after care is available, and a $99 deposit secures a spot.

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  • 3:30pm

    Pilates Reformer Class

    1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    This Reformer Pilates session welcomes beginners through intermediate participants and moves at a steady pace with progressive challenges. Instructors offer tailored variations so each person can work at a suitable level. They can modify exercises to support those with injuries or movement limitations, creating a safe and encouraging class experience.

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  • 6pm

    NAMI Connections Support Group

    356 Biltmore Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    NAMI Connections is a peer-facilitated gathering for adults navigating mental health challenges. The group meets on the second and fourth Mondays to provide a welcoming, safe place to share experiences, receive support, and connect with others who understand. Attendance is free.

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  • 6:30pm

    Weekly beginner and level-up tango classes! Starting Aug. 3

    St Paul's United Methodist Church, 223 Hillside St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Explore social Argentine tango in a welcoming setting and connect with a friendly community. This progressive six week series at St. Paul's Methodist Church features instruction in fundamentals, a practica to reinforce what you learn, and a level up class to build skills. Instruction is led by Barbara Durr, who has taught tango for more than 25 years across the US, and by Leanna Joyner, who has taught with Barbara since 2024, has 15 years of experience teaching other dance styles, and is also a yoga teacher. Parking is available behind the church in the Claxton lot or on the street. The cost is $72 for the full six week series or $15 for drop ins.

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  • 7pm

    Roda de Choro

    Cellarest Beer Project, 395 Haywood Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    A chance to enjoy beers and make music together.

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  • 8pm

    76th Street

    Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 1
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    Catch 76th Street live at Asheville Music Hall. The show is scheduled for 8:00 PM on Monday, Aug 10.

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  • 9:30pm

    :: MONDAY - POOL TOURNAMENT / FREE POOL ::

    32 Banks Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Settle in for a billiards night with no cover charge. Enjoy free access to the pool tables throughout the evening, and take part in an in-house tournament if you want to compete. Player signups are available on site before the matches begin, and the tournament starts once registration is complete.

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Tuesday, August 11 12 events
  • 8am

    Pilates Reformer Class

    1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    A Reformer Pilates class suitable for beginners to intermediate participants. The session moves at a comfortable, moderate pace with layered progressions, so you can choose the level that feels right. Instructors provide options for all abilities and can adapt exercises for injuries or movement limitations.

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  • 10am

    Financial Wellness Workshop Series with OnTrack

    Sunrise Drop In Recovery Center, 209 US-70, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    A no-cost series of financial wellness workshops from OnTrack Financial Education & Counseling takes place at the Asheville Drop-In Center. The program explores key money skills, including visioning and goal setting, building healthy financial foundations, understanding credit with guidance for building or improving it, and practical strategies for managing and resolving personal debt. For questions, contact Jessica Hartley, RCC Coordinator, at jhartley@sunriseinasheville.org.

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  • 12pm

    Spirited Improv Group Playshops

    Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    This flexible summer series of Spirited Improv playshops lets you tailor the experience to your schedule. Choose 4, 5, 6, or 7 sessions, with each playshop offering its own theme to spark the season and invite love to the circle. Blending expressive arts, spiritual practice, and collaborative play, the experience supports releasing fear, welcoming the unknown, and showing up as your truest self. The focus is not on comedy or performance, it is on using improv as a living practice that nurtures presence, trust, curiosity, and responsiveness while fostering spiritual growth, personal transformation, and authentic connection. The series is facilitated by Jessica Chilton, who brings over 20 years of improvisational performing arts experience and 16 years as an expressive arts therapist, weaving creativity, spirituality, and grounded presence into a safe and transformative group space.

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  • 1pm

    Myron Hyman Live at Music in the Airport

    (AVL) Asheville, North Carolina Reginal Airport, Fletcher · verified Aug 2
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    Travelers at Asheville Regional Airport can enjoy a live performance located beyond the security checkpoint, which is accessible only with a valid airline ticket. The music will take place in the area by the grand piano, directly in front of Aletitude, situated between Gates 10 and 11.

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  • 3:30pm

    Preschool Story Time

    Enka-Candler Branch Library, 1404 Sand Hill Rd, Candler · verified Aug 2
    Free

    A preschool story time with Mr. Keith features books, songs, and rhymes for children ages 3 to 5. Hosted at the Enka-Candler Branch Library, the session encourages curiosity and a sense of wonder.

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  • 3:30pm

    Stitch and Listen Craft Circle!

    West Asheville Library, 942 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    At West Asheville Library, this quiet, social crafting circle is designed for both introverts and extroverts. Participants work on personal projects while a short audiobook plays, then conversation follows once the story ends. This session features the opening chapters of Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez, a selection for One Book, One Buncombe. The countywide initiative creates a shared reading experience. Set in Western North Carolina, the novel draws on the history of the Kingdom of the Happy Land, a community of free Black people after the Civil War. The gathering also offers a preview for those waiting on the holds list or deciding whether to purchase a copy.

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  • 4:30pm

    Kinēsa Infused Reformer Class

    1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Experience a Reformer class tailored to beginners and those with some experience. The pace remains steady as exercises build in layers, allowing you to choose the challenge that fits you best. Instructors provide variations for all participants and can adapt movements for injuries or other limitations, making the session accessible and supportive.

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  • 6pm

    Life Drawing 2nd Tuesdays - Medium Poses, Undraped

    375 Depot St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    This untutored life drawing session features an undraped model and a mix of short to medium poses. It begins with ten one-minute warm-ups, then moves into 10, 15, and 20 minute studies for focused practice. Artists may work in any medium, and those using oils should use odorless solvents. Advance registration is requested, with on-site signups possible if space permits. This session is for adults only. Doors close shortly before the session begins to ensure a prompt start.

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  • 6pm

    Magic: The Gathering at Well Played

    162 Coxe Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Well Played hosts a free, casual Magic: The Gathering meetup that welcomes both longtime players and newcomers. Casual Standard games are the focus, with several decks available to borrow so you can play even if you do not bring your own. Game Masters are available to teach the basics to anyone learning the game, and experienced players are encouraged to bring their favorite decks and test them against others. Enjoy the atmosphere, sip a drink, and connect with fellow fans while you battle, experiment with builds, and build community. For cards, accessories, or booster packs, local favorite Gamer’s Haunt offers MTG supplies.

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  • 6:45pm

    Beat Church Asheville August 11th

    Social Hall at the JCC, 236 Charlotte St, Asheville · verified Aug 3
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    An evening centered on dance, movement, connection, and tea features a live DJ shaping an ecstatic dance journey with bass-forward grooves. Set in the Social Hall at the JCC, the experience flows from gentle warm up and stretch into an opening circle, then a full DJ immersion and a brief closing sound healing. Magdalyn leads the music. She first stepped into Asheville’s DJ scene in the summer of 2024 and brings more than a decade of curating festivals, conscious gatherings, and ecstatic dance spaces in Floyd, Virginia. A devoted dancer herself, she blends conscious vocals, global rhythms, and hip-shaking beats to guide a communal journey of connection, transformation, and the joy of being moved by sound. Before the main set, the movement lab offers the ROFLMAO Workshop with Log, a playful exploration of laughter as a universal sound and source of uplift. Through simple practices, participants make laughter sounds and let those vibrations steer their motion. Log draws on a lifetime of intuitive, laughter-infused expression as a musician, emerging sound healer, and spirited ecstatic dancer. The evening concludes with a sound bath from Lillie Lumina. Tea service is included with admission, and massage therapy is available at $2 per minute. Event guidelines support a mindful atmosphere. The dance floor remains quiet to encourage movement as meditation, while soft conversation is welcome in the tea lounge and chill areas. The space is shoes-off, with allowances for clean indoor footwear when needed for physical reasons. Care for self, others, and the venue is expected, and phones are put away in both dancing and chill zones to support full presence. Rooted in a tradition that began in San Francisco in the early 2000s with DJ Neptune, this gathering carries forward the Beat Church spirit within Asheville’s vibrant dance community.

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  • 7pm

    Candlelight Meditation & Sound Bath

    Urban Oasis, 102 N Lexington Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Candlelight Meditation & Sound Bath offers a calm setting to unplug and re-center with a gentle meditation that nurtures clear thinking, ease, and emotional balance. Sessions may weave together breathwork, mindfulness, visualization, and similar techniques to cultivate presence and inner ease, and they welcome participants at any experience level. After the meditation, settle in for a restorative sound bath as the resonant tones of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and gongs wash over you, encouraging deep relaxation and a full reset. The class runs 60 minutes and costs $20. First-time students can take their initial class for free.

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  • 7pm

    Solar Eclipse Circle at West Asheville Yoga

    602 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Experience a moon circle at West Asheville Yoga guided by Sierra Hollister, author of Moon Path Yoga. These gatherings take place at each new and full moon and are open to everyone. The focus is on cultivating lunar awareness and reconnecting with natural rhythms. Pre-registration confirms a spot and ensures the moon letter is received in advance. The cost is offered on a sliding scale of $25 to $35.

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Wednesday, August 12 15 events
  • 8am

    Wednesday Harvests

    Sand Hill Community Garden, 16 Apac Dr, Candler · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Harvest produce at Sand Hill Community Garden so the community can enjoy the bounty. The activity lasts about an hour and focuses on gathering what is ready in the garden. Enjoy time among the plants while contributing to a community harvest.

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  • 9am

    Summer Garden Workdays

    Lucy S. Herring Elementary School, 98 Sulphur Springs Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Spend a morning pitching in at a summer garden workday devoted to community building and care for the Herring Peace Garden. Help with seasonal tasks that keep the space thriving and beautiful, then take home freshly harvested produce. People of all ages are welcome. Children must attend with a grownup unless arrangements are made ahead of time with Farmers Nicole or Lark. All tools are supplied, and no prior gardening experience is needed.

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  • 9am

    The Flame Within: Desire, Shadow, and Self-reclaimation

    Morgan's Comics, 600 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    At Morgan's Comics, this weekly circle invites adults to explore sensuality, shadow work, divination, journaling, ritual, embodiment, and authentic self expression. Hosted by Cassandra Byrnes and Wodyn Tipareth, each gathering opens a fresh pathway into deeper self knowledge, including desire, magick and divination, tarot and oracle, sensual journaling, lunar rituals, body wisdom practices, kink-informed education, and skills for consent, boundaries, communication, and brave intimacy. People of every gender, orientation, relationship structure, and experience level are welcome. This is a consent-centered space where participation in activities is always optional and everyone is received as they are, with both struggles and radiance held with care. Attendees are encouraged to reflect on desires, patterns, and intentions with curiosity, care, and courage. Coffee and tea are provided. Please bring a journal and your own mug.

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  • 9:30am

    Story Time

    Woodfin YMCA, 40 Merrimon Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 7
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    A monthly story hour at the Woodfin Youth Development Center features a different guest reader. In collaboration with the Buncombe County Library’s Preschool Outreach Program, the event presents a rotating selection of stories aligned with the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s anti-bias education values. The selections are intended to encourage inclusion, representation, and meaningful conversations among young learners.

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  • 1pm

    WNC MS Support Group

    CenterWell Senior Primary Care 1425 Patton Ave., Asheville, NC, 1425 Patton Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    This community support group welcomes people living with multiple sclerosis, along with caregivers, family members, and friends. Meetings focus on mutual support and learning more about MS, and guest speakers share insights on related topics. Updates and community news are shared in the WNC MS Community Connection Facebook group.

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  • 4pm

    Whale Wednesday: Crafts, Drafts, & Fun Finds

    507 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Whale Wednesday features a complimentary craft activity, a newly featured draft beer, and a different vendor. The offerings change each week, bringing a new project, brew, and vendor to check out.

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  • 5:30pm

    Asheville Board Game Club Weekly Meet-Up

    162 Coxe Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Settle in at Well Played Board Game Café for a public game night with board and card play and friendly company. Expect a broad mix of styles, including strategy, party, and cooperative games, with people happy to teach so newcomers feel at ease. Come on your own or with a friend and find a spot at the table.

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  • 5:30pm

    Pickin' in the Park Concert Series

    Pritchard Park, 67 Patton Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 7
    Free

    Catch free live music at the Pritchard Park Arts & Culture Series with Pickin' in the Park. The event runs in the heart of Downtown Asheville from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

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  • 6pm

    Wednesday Evening Garden Sessions

    Sand Hill Community Garden, 16 Apac Dr, Candler · verified Aug 2
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    Sand Hill Community Garden hosts recurring Wednesday sessions dedicated to hands-on garden work. Held throughout the listed season, these gatherings provide a simple, consistent way to help care for the garden.

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  • 6pm

    :: SWING ASHEVILLE :: Weekly Dance

    32 Banks Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Swing Asheville brings a new weekly swing dance to Banks Ave Bar with lessons and social dancing. There is no cover at the door. If you choose to take lessons or participate in the dancing, pay inside at the posted rates of $10 on DJ nights, $15 on band nights, and $5 for students. The evening features a Beginner Plus and Intermediate lesson, a separate beginner session, then social dancing. Expect classic styles on the floor, including Lindy Hop, Balboa, Charleston, Collegiate Shag, and East Coast swing. Drink specials include $5 well drinks and $5 20 oz draft lager.

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  • 7pm

    Frozen Soul

    Eulogy, 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville
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    Hosted by Eulogy, this event features a performance by Frozen Soul, with doors opening before the show.

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  • 7pm

    Trivia Night With Billy

    21 Buxton Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    On the South Slope, Billy hosts a weekly trivia session packed with lively rounds, prizes, and a relaxed, friendly vibe.

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  • 8pm

    The Disclaimer Stand Up Lounge Comedy Open Mic @ Third Room

    Third Room, 42 Wall St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Billed as Asheville’s longest-running comedy open mic, this show now takes place at Third Room in downtown Asheville. The format is simple, you sign up and then take the stage. Expect a lively mix of local comics, traveling performers, first timers, and comedians with credits on Netflix, Comedy Central, Dry Bar, and Don't Tell, along with plenty of unpredictable characters. It plays like a grab-bag variety night that highlights creators from across the Southeast, with sets that can swing from one style to the next. Admission is free for the public.

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  • 8:30pm

    Latin Dance Night Wednesdays

    One World Brewing West, 520 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    DJ Mtn Vibez provides the music while Moreno Mexica hosts this Latin dance night. The evening runs later with extended hours, and a salsa class is part of the program. Admission is $10.

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  • 9pm

    Terraoke Free Karaoke Takeover at The Odd - Every Wednesday

    1045 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Terra hosts Terraoke, a free karaoke takeover at The Odd where attendees can take the mic and sing.

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Thursday, August 13 13 events
  • 11am

    Beginner Clogging and Flatfoot

    In His Steps Dance Ministry, 159 Church St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    A beginner-friendly series introduces the basics of flatfoot and clogging while highlighting how the two styles differ. Participants also get a short look at the history of this Appalachian dance tradition. The program runs for six weeks, with options to enroll for the full series for $100 or attend individual classes at $20 each. No prior dance experience is required. To register, contact Linda by email at LBlockhead@yahoo.com or call or text 828-337-3232.

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  • 12pm

    Credit Awareness Day (Día para Conocer y Mejorar tu Crédito)

    OnTrack Financial Education & Counseling, 50 S French Broad Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Credit Awareness Day offers a simple way to understand your credit. Visit OnTrack WNC to receive a complimentary FICO credit report, valued at $55, with scores from Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. A short session with a certified financial counselor is included to go over your results and plan practical next steps. No appointment is necessary, and accessing your report here will not affect your credit. Día para Conocer y Mejorar tu Crédito brinda una forma clara de conocer tu situación crediticia. Visita OnTrack WNC para obtener sin costo un informe FICO, con un valor de 55 dólares, que incluye las puntuaciones de Experian, Equifax y TransUnion. También se ofrece una sesión breve con un asesor financiero certificado para revisar los resultados y definir los siguientes pasos. No se necesita cita y esta consulta no afecta tu crédito.

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  • 3pm

    Biltmore Park Farmers Market

    Town Square Boulevard, 8 Town Square Blvd, Asheville · verified Aug 7
    Free

    Summer welcomes the return of the Biltmore Park Farmers Market, filling Town Square Boulevard with a lively mix of vendors and visitors. Browse peak-season produce, eggs from local farms, locally raised meats, handpicked flowers, local honey, freshly baked breads and sweets, unique food products, and handcrafted body care from makers based in Asheville and nearby communities. Each week features a carefully chosen group of purveyors, bringing the flavors and finds of the season to your table. Whether you are stocking up for the week or lingering outdoors for a relaxed afternoon, this market offers a welcoming spot to connect with others and enjoy the spirit of local life.

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  • 3:30pm

    Weekly Thursday Farmers Market

    1465 Sand Hill Rd, Candler · verified Aug 2
    Free

    Every Thursday, this farmers market brings together vendors to share their offerings. It is easy to spot near the traffic light opposite Ingles.

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  • 4pm

    Pyrography (Wood Burning)

    Trackside Studios, 375 Depot St, Asheville · verified Aug 7
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    Explore the art of wood burning in a hands-on workshop that introduces core safety practices and beginner-friendly techniques. The first part focuses on how to handle the tool and how variables like angle, speed, and pressure shape your results. After guided practice, apply what you have learned to create an original piece on bass wood. A woodburning tool is included for use during the session and is yours to take home for continued practice. Participants can choose a one-time beginner class or a multi-class package designed to build skills over time.

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  • 4pm

    Golden Hour: Thursdays

    The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Settle into patio vibes at a happy hour series featuring a live DJ, local beverage partners, and interactive activities. Each month highlights a different local craft beverage brand with samples and giveaways. Explore an engaging craft activity, customize your drink at a rotating Build Your Own bar, and unwind to sets from a changing DJ lineup. Admission is free, and monthly DJ and partner details will be shared over time.

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  • 4pm

    Play-Doh Club

    Enka-Candler Branch Library, 1404 Sand Hill Rd., Candler · verified Aug 7
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    At Play-Doh Club, you can build your own creation with Play-Doh.

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  • 4pm

    Haiku Bar Nights - w/Cigars + Hookah

    26 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Haiku AVL turns its garden into a relaxed, open-air hangout for Bar Nights, with cocktails, mocktails, a rotating food truck, and plenty of spots to sit, wander, and catch up with friends. Classic Smokes sets the tone for cigar enthusiasts, offering cigars and hookah in a laid-back garden setting. Regular programming features Kitty-oke, Dumb Ashe Trivia, and Happy Hour Horticulture, with new experiences added over time. Private garden reservations for small groups are available during Bar Nights.

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  • 6pm

    Butts & Boots Line Dancing

    Banks Ave. Bar, 32 Banks Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 7
    Free

    This event features line dancing with no cover charge.

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  • 7pm

    Jazz Showcase

    Shamrock Irons Irish Pub, 4 College St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Shamrock Irons Irish Pub hosts a weekly Jazz Showcase curated by Asheville musician Steven Alvarez, bringing together standout local players for an intimate opening set of smooth jazz. As the evening unfolds, the room shifts into an open jam where musicians step in, the energy builds, and the music heads in fresh directions. It is a laid-back midweek hang for jazz enthusiasts, performers, and anyone in the mood for live tunes. There is no cover, and specials include $5 drafts, a $10 Old Fashioned, and $2 off appetizers.

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  • 7:30pm

    Clyde's

    Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E Walnut St, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    Inside a roadside sandwich shop, a team of cooks working to rebuild their lives after incarceration reaches for redemption. Their tough owner tries to hold them back, yet through a collective quest to invent the perfect sandwich they discover purpose, solidarity, and the confidence to dream again. The story centers the lived experiences of people of color and highlights community and second chances. Please note there is onstage smoking, strong language, and depictions of violence.

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  • 8pm

    Get Vocal with Leeda "Lyric" Jones

    Daddy Mac's Down Home Dive, 161 Biltmore Ave, Asheville · verified Aug 3
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    Leeda “Lyric” Jones hosts a karaoke night at Daddy Mac's Down Home Dive in Asheville with a microphone open to all. Take the stage to sing or support others from your table, and you will still be part of the experience. The night centers on karaoke, with food and drink specials available.

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  • 8:30pm

    Thunder Thursdays

    One World Brewing West, 520 US-19-BR, Asheville · verified Aug 2
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    One World West presents a new Thursday residency with Thunder Thursdays, a collaborative project bringing together Alex Bazemore and Hannah Ramsey with Joey Remillard and JC Hannon of Strictly Liquid. Look for fresh sets each week that put a new spin on familiar songs, with the chance to hear some original material as well. Expect high-energy vibes and a powerful sound. The cover charge is $10.

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