Free events in Buncombe County, NC

Participants harvest fresh produce at Sand Hill Community Garden, and the bounty is shared with the community. The activity lasts about an hour and offers a simple way to spend time in the garden while contributing to community enjoyment of the harvest.

Terra hosts a free karaoke takeover at The Odd.

Fresh food and community support come together at this monthly Mobile Food Pantry from Carolina Complete Health and the YMCA of Western North Carolina. The pantry connects individuals and families with fresh, nutritious food in one convenient stop. Registration through Eventbrite is encouraged. Dates and additional food distribution locations may change, so check the YMCA of Western North Carolina Food & Nutrition Programs page for the latest schedule and locations.

Incredible Business Networking presents a casual business lunch at The Village Porch in Woodfin, offering a welcoming setting to connect with local professionals, exchange referrals, and highlight products and services. This recurring meetup happens on the fourth Thursday of each month and is free to attend, with no dues, membership requirements, attendance rules, category limits, or exclusions. Food and drinks are available for purchase if desired. The gathering is led by Diane Simmons of eXp Realty and Gabi Juba of Juba Forensics. Attendees are encouraged to bring plenty of business cards or flyers to share and may also bring an optional door prize. Support from regional sponsors helps keep the event free for everyone, including Mr. Rooter Plumbing WNC, Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More, Get Lifted Auto Sales and Repair, Best Buy Metals, Lavender Root Legal, Tabatha Hamlin State Farm, Cat Nanny-WNC, Smoky Mountain Dog Guard, and Allen Brasington III, Realtor for Buyers and Sellers in WNC.

Craft enthusiasts are invited to a relaxed, monthly meetup centered on creativity and connection. Bring your current project, whether it involves knitting, scrapbooking, painting, or another favorite hobby, and spend time sharing ideas with fellow makers. Expect a welcoming atmosphere with plenty of inspiration and conversation as projects take shape. This free gathering is open to the community and is especially well suited for older adults who want to socialize while crafting.

Shoppers can support vendors at this weekly farmers market. It is easy to find near the light across from Ingles.

Flow through a breath-centered yoga practice that links movement with breath to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Smooth, continuous transitions between postures warm the body, sharpen focus, and encourage mindfulness. Options are provided so participants of all experience levels can move comfortably. The class is 60 minutes and costs $20. New students can take their first class free through the Urban Oasis special.

An evening of music bingo at Wagbar offers chances to win prizes. Entry is free for humans and no dog is required. Palms Food Truck serves Cuban dishes, and prizes can include draft beers and Wagbar gift cards.

Laura showcases a one-person band approach, keeping rhythm on a suitcase kick drum with one foot and a tambourine with the other while playing guitar and harmonica. She layers in sweet vocals over an acoustic folk-grass blend, delivering an energetic, engaging set. No cover. Farm Burger is available.

The IBN Coffee Club in Asheville offers a relaxed way for professionals and entrepreneurs to connect at Atlanta Bread in Asheville. Guided by meeting leaders Dr. Cory Noll of Edgewood Holistic Chiropractic Center and Cindy Tran of Financial Clarity, the focus is on conversation, referrals, and community building. It is free to attend with no dues, no membership, no attendance requirements, and no category restrictions, and everyone is welcome. Buying food or drinks is optional. Attendees can share their businesses, products, and services, make new referral contacts, and are encouraged to bring a generous supply of business cards or flyers. Bringing a door prize is optional. Incredible Business Networking in Western North Carolina is supported by sponsors including Mr. Rooter Plumbing WNC, Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More, Get Lifted Auto Sales and Repair, Best Buy Metals, Lavender Root Legal, Tabatha Hamlin State Farm, Cat Nanny-WNC, Smoky Mountain Dog Guard, and Allen Brasington III, Realtor for Buyers and Sellers in WNC.

Settle into a balanced practice that blends energizing movement with calming stillness. Class opens with a vinyasa-inspired flow to build warmth and focus, then transitions into longer Yin holds that support relaxation and mindful presence, and it wraps up with a brief centering meditation. This session suits anyone hoping to move, stretch, recover, and reset in a single, well-rounded class. The class is 60 minutes and costs $20. Urban Oasis offers a new student special in which the first class is free.

Monthly community workdays at Dr. George Washington Carver Edible Park bring neighbors together to care for this shared edible landscape. Activities often include mulching, light tree and shrub pruning, trash pickup, invasive plant removal, seasonal planting when available, and a guided tour of the park. Most workdays are led by Kelly Applegate of Bountiful Cities. All necessary tools, hand sanitizer, water, and snacks are provided, and participants are welcome to bring favorite tools or gloves. Extra gloves are available, and masks are optional. Parking is available in the Stephens-Lee Recreation Center lot. These workdays are presented in partnership with the East End/Valley Street Neighborhood Association and Bountiful Cities, with collaboration from the City of Asheville Sustainability Department, and Asheville GreenWorks supplies materials for trash pickup. The schedule may shift due to conflicts, and updates are posted promptly on the park’s Facebook page.

This peer-led support group is for relatives, partners, and caregivers of individuals living with mental health conditions. It offers a welcoming space to share experiences, learn from peers, and develop practical ways to cope while supporting loved ones. The group meets every Saturday in downtown Asheville. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge to attend.

Ballcrank Arcade celebrates its grand opening with a free community market in Weaverville, NC. The celebration brings together local makers and small businesses, farmers with local food, artists and creators, and a variety of food trucks and vendors. Activities include free fitness classes provided by Iron Wood Athletic, kids dance and movement, family activities, music and entertainment, wellness businesses and practitioners, pickleball clinics and demonstrations, and the Pure Home hydration experience. Attendees can connect with local organizations and get a preview of what is coming to the Ballcrank Arcade property. Admission is free, and free experiences include fitness classes, family activities, music and parking throughout the event. This gathering offers a first look at a community destination taking shape for Western North Carolina where people can move, create, eat, shop, work and belong. These early community events are being used to help shape future programming with recurring markets and more to come.