Browse through local and national sporting events taking place in Asheville, NC.

Friday, May 10, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 10 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Mother Runner’s Day Sale
May 10 all-day
Jus' Running

Mother Runner’s Day Sale 25% off

Wofford Terriers vs East Tennessee State University
May 10 @ 5:30 pm
Russell C. King Field

Follow the Terriers on Twitter at @WoffordBaseball

Saturday, May 11, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 11 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Mother Runner’s Day Sale
May 11 all-day
Jus' Running

Mother Runner’s Day Sale 25% off

Jump Off Rock Half Marathon + 10K
May 11 @ 7:30 am – 12:00 pm
Jump Off Rock

Discover the beauty of the 4th annual Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee, an endurance running event unlike any other! Experience the thrill of one of the most scenic and fastest half marathon races in the south, running “downhill to downtown.” The Half has garnered a reputation as the most breathtaking and picturesque downhill half marathon in the Southeast, and it’s no wonder why!

Starting at Jump off Rock, a national landmark and the highest peak of the Town of Laurel Park, endurance runners will be captivated by the stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the colorful blooms and blossoms of spring. Then, continue on the gently downhill and picturesque 13.1 mile route that leads straight to the heart of downtown Hendersonville at Main Street.

The 10k race is fast and fun, commencing at the base of the Town of Laurel Park at the Hendersonville Family YMCA. Runners can join in with the half marathoners along the route and enjoy the beauty of the Town of Hendersonville that surrounds them. The 10k route is moderately flat and has a couple of gentle rollers throughout.

Finish line festivities await all participants at the same location in Historic Downtown Hendersonville on Main Street, creating a vibrant atmosphere of celebration and camaraderie!

Don’t miss your chance to experience the inspiring beauty of the Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k, an event that promises to inspire and captivate you like no other!

EXCITING NEWS: Both races are now USATF Sanctioned AND Certified!

Wofford Terriers vs East Tennessee State University
May 11 @ 2:00 pm
Russell C. King Field

Follow the Terriers on Twitter at @WoffordBaseball

Sunday, May 12, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 12 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Mother Runner’s Day Sale
May 12 all-day
Jus' Running

Mother Runner’s Day Sale 25% off

Wofford Terriers vs East Tennessee State University
May 12 @ 1:00 pm
Russell C. King Field

Follow the Terriers on Twitter at @WoffordBaseball

Monday, May 13, 2024
Wofford Terriers vs East Tennessee State University
May 13 @ 2:00 pm
Russell C. King Field

Follow the Terriers on Twitter at @WoffordBaseball

WWE: Monday Night RAW
May 13 @ 7:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

WWE Monday Night RAW returns to Greenville on May 13!

Thursday, May 16, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 16 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Friday, May 17, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 17 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Saturday, May 18, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 18 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Roller Derby Triple Header Bout
May 18 @ 2:00 pm
Smoky Mountain Event Center

BLUE RIDGE ROLLER DERBY TRIPLE HEADER BOUT
When: Saturday, May 18th, doors at 2 PM
Where: Smoky Mountain Event Center (758 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville, NC 28785)

Come experience multiple levels of derby play at Blue Ridge’s first home game of the 2024 Travel Team season! First, witness the Blue Ridge Junior Derby team in their EXPO bout. Then watch as the Blue Ridge Y’Allstars and then the Retrogrades take on Nashville Roller Derby in A- and B-level sanctioned bouts that will impact our INTERNATIONAL rankings!

Tickets available for purchase at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/1c28ea2f-f2aa-4a88-9062-e792fce01e2d

Doors open at 1:00 PM for an afternoon full of LIVE ROLLER DERBY at SMEC!
2:00 Juniors Expo Game (The Good Eggs vs. The Bad Seeds)
3:00 BRRD Y’allstars vs. Nashville A
5:00 BRRD Retrogrades vs. Nashville B

Online or At-The-Door Tickets: $10.00

All ages welcome, kids 11 and under are FREE. We will have a great menu of concessions, including plant-based options!

Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting the inclusive and fun space that Blue Ridge Roller Derby continually creates while playing a competitive sport on 8 wheels. BRRD is a non-profit organization that relies on the support of our community to provide action-packed, family-friendly fun on eight wheels.

If you’d like FREE admission and FREE food at the after party (held at the Odditorium in West Asheville), you can sign up to volunteer at this event: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F48AAAD2CA5FFCF8-48724040-blue#/

Check out our season schedule and more at blueridgerollerderby.com

Sunday, May 19, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 19 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Thursday, May 23, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 23 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Friday, May 24, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 24 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Saturday, May 25, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 25 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Sunday, May 26, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 26 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Monday, May 27, 2024
Run for Life Memorial Day 5K and Fun Run
May 27 @ 8:00 am
Bill Moore Community (Fletcher) Park

Join us for this Memorial Day 5K Run for Life event to remember those who gave their all for our country and to help support Open Arms Pregnancy Center. This will be a run/walk-timed event to be held at Bill Moore Community Park in Fletcher (AKA: “Fletcher Park”) located at 85 Howard Gap Road, Fletcher, NC US 28732 on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th with a start time of 8:00 AM. A Fun Run will start at 9:00 AM.
Runners should register by April 20th to secure a T-shirt for the race.
Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Fletcher/Run4for5k
Those interested in sponsoring the event should contact Open Arms Pregnancy Center to learn more. (Marlies Zerressen at [email protected] or call 828.676.4510)
Open Arms provides a safe place for women facing unplanned pregnancies, those
needing material goods for their baby, or those who need emotional support. We serve
each mom throughout her pregnancy and continue supporting her and the baby to 18 months of age. All services are free and confidential.

Thursday, May 30, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 30 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Friday, May 31, 2024
BRING ON SPRING w/ Nantahala Outdoor Center
May 31 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

 

Women’s Paddlefest
May 31 @ 6:00 pm – Jun 2 @ 2:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

UPDATE: The Ocoee River Paddle, Yoga Sessions, and Nantahala Sunday Paddle are all FULL! Check for other river excursions when you click register. 

Join a group of like-minded women paddlers for a weekend festival, hosted by inspirational paddler Anna Levesque! This festival is all about fostering community by connecting, sharing, paddling, and supporting each other on the river. Trips will be offered on different rivers and lakes representing a range of skill levels, and are open to all women in all watercraft! 

Donations and registration fees benefit the Shannon Christy Memorial Fund, an organization that supports non-profits focused on women’s empowerment, and also benefits the Live Like Maria Fund. 

New for 2024!  

Intro to Whitewater Kayaking

Join a small group of women for an exciting whitewater kayaking introduction! Tailored for new and aspiring female paddlers and focusing on essential whitewater skills with beginner-friendly techniques, we are thrilled to introduce you to the exciting world of kayaking! 

Missed the boat on Intro to Whitewater Kayaking at Paddlefest? Check out our Paddling school course.

2024 Weekend Schedule  

Schedule is subject to change and will be updated here. 

 

 

What’s Included with Women’s Paddlefest?

  • Group paddles on area rivers or Fontana Lake with like-minded women kayakers
  • Coaching and guidance from some of whitewater’s best instructors
  • Women’s Paddlefest t-shirt
  • Dinner on Saturday night followed by raffle, bonfire, and a dance party
  • 2 raffle tickets (with opportunity to purchase more onsite) for the big raffle on Saturday night.
  • Special discount for participants at NOC’s Outfitter’s Store
  • Courage & Confidence coffee talk with Anna on Sunday morning
  • Community paddle on the Nantahala River on Sunday (limited space)
  • Yoga for Paddling classes with Anna on Saturday and Sunday morning

 

Paddlefest Scholarship  

NOC and Mind Body Paddle want to make a more equitable outdoors for all. We are offering scholarships for this event to support a more accessible outdoor community where all are welcome, therefore we are offering up to three scholarships for black, indigenous, and women of color to apply for: 

  • Admission to the weekend of events 
  • Event T-shirt 
  • Group lake paddle with all equipment provided (if applicable) 
  • Saturday Evening Dinner 
  • Friday and Saturday Lodging Accommodations in NOC’s Basecamp 

 

Application deadline is April 30th, chosen recipients will be contacted to book. 

Saturday, June 1, 2024
Flying Squirrel Ten Miler
Jun 1 all-day

Experience the Blue Ridge Mountains with the Flying Squirrel Ten Miler, Asheville’s premier 10 Mile road race. Enjoy the ease and convenience of a road race with the spectacular views and seclusion of a mountain race. The race starts and finishes just blocks from downtown Asheville and then promptly takes runners on the winding roads of Town Mountain. Participants will enjoy shaded mountain roads typically only used by locals, such as the beautiful Sunset Drive and Patton Mountain Road. One thing about The Flying Squirrel Ten Miler is sure: you’ve got to “earn” those views. The Blue Ridge mountains are hilly and so is the Flying Squirrel Ten Miler.

Sunday, June 9, 2024
The RAD Half Marathon + 10K
Jun 9 @ 7:00 am
Asheville NC

The RAD Half Marathon & 10K is an exhilarating and picturesque race that takes participants on a captivating journey through Asheville’s famed River Arts District (RAD). With its scenic course meandering along the French Broad River and through the heart of Asheville’s artistic and cultural hub, this event offers not only a rewarding athletic experience but also a unique opportunity to soak in the local area’s artistry and creativity. The PR-worthy course boasts a net elevation loss making it one of the fastest races around. The RAD Half Marathon is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of the city’s rich artistic spirit and the natural beauty that surrounds it, making it a must-attend event for both local and visiting runners alike.

Exciting course upgrades are here for 2024! New route maps have now been published!

The RAD Half Marathon & 10K run through the best parts of the City of Asheville, North Carolina, including downtown city streets, River Arts District, and the French Broad River Park. This is a city-style, point-to-point race that begins in Pack Square and concludes in the River Arts District. These fast races are a dream come true for runners looking to get a personal best in the mountains of Western North Carolina. The majority of the miles are downhill from downtown and ‘flat’ running along the river on the greenway and through the city parks. Endurance runners will have an opportunity to ‘break in’ the brand-new section of the newly completed greenway section of the French Broad River Greenway on Riverside Drive and Lyman Street.

POST RACE FESTIVITIES

The post-race party following the RAD Half Marathon & 10K is a lively and festive affair that perfectly complements the exhilaration of the race itself. Held in the heart of the River Arts District, this celebration brings together participants, spectators, and the local community in a spirit of camaraderie and shared achievement. The party features wellness services, live music from local musicians, and food and beverage vendors.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists
Jun 11 @ 7:05 pm
Fluor Field

Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists

Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists
Jun 12 @ 7:05 pm
Fluor Field

Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists

Thursday, June 13, 2024
Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists
Jun 13 @ 7:05 pm
Fluor Field

Greenville Drive vs. Asheville Tourists