Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Saturday, May 10, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs Brooklyn
May 10 @ 6:00 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Brooklyn. Game starts at 6:05pm.

Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mother’s Day Brunch at Kanuga
May 11 @ 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Kanuga

Celebrate Mother’s Day with this special brunch event! Join us for a delicious meal surrounded by beautiful scenery. Treat your mom to a day she won’t forget with a variety of dishes to choose from. Show your appreciation for all that she does with a lovely meal in a charming setting. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make her day extra special!

Asheville Tourists vs. Brooklyn
May 11 @ 1:00 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Brooklyn. Game starts at 1:05pm.

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Storytime on the Steps
May 14 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
J Hudson Booksellers

Bring your littles to the front steps of M. Judson for our bi-weekly story time! Enjoy some wonderful picture books read aloud to the crowd by our very own booksellers, and children will even get a sweet treat to go.

ecoEXPLORE–Herpetology
May 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Black Mountain Library

Kids, join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different Herptiles that call Western North Carolina their home! What’s a Herptile you ask? Herptiles are reptiles and amphibians! We’ll answer all of our biggest questions about Herptiles, like “Why are some amphibians slimy?” and “Where do Herptiles go in the winter?” Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, find out what distinguishes Herptiles from other animals, where they live, what they eat, how they breathe, plus much more! Located at the Black Mountain Library.

Saturday, May 17, 2025
Tackle The Tar, a 5K obstacle course
May 17 @ 8:45 am
Rocky Mount Sports Complex

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, the Rotary Club of Rocky Mount is hosting the annual TACKLE THE TAR 5K Obstacle Course Race & Family Fun Day at the Rocky Mount Sports Complex.  Our first heat begins with our Kid’s 1-mile fun run at 8:45 A.M. and festivities will continue until noon.

All proceeds from this event go directly to the funding of college scholarships for deserving students in the Rocky Mount Area.  Since 2016, thanks to you, we have raised and awarded over $600,000 in scholarships to youth in our community. Thank you for making such a difference in the lives of so many!

Tackle the Tar is a 5K Obstacle Course Race that begins at the Rocky Mount Sports complex and courses through historic Battle Park and the E.B. Grain Company property.  It comes complete with a MUD PIT and 15+ OBSTACLES to overcome.  All racers will receive: T-shirt, medal, one free beer (if over 21), and goodie bag

Storytime on the Steps
May 17 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
J Hudson Booksellers

Bring your littles to the front steps of M. Judson for our bi-weekly story time! Enjoy some wonderful picture books read aloud to the crowd by our very own booksellers, and children will even get a sweet treat to go.

Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Greensboro
May 20 @ 6:00 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greensboro. Game starts at 6:05pm..

Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Greensboro
May 21 @ 11:00 am
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greensboro. Game starts at 11:05am.

Midweek Serenity Sound Bath
May 21 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Center for Spiritual Living Asheville

Eager to reset your inner being to peace and tranquility? It’s time for Humpday Harmony with a soothing Sound Bath!
Join your host Kristin Hillegas, for a one-hour Serenity Sound Bath and experience a deeply immersive, full-body sound and vibrational experience. A sound bath can cleanse your soul, restore your balance, surround you with peace and tranquility and stimulate healing.

Note: Please bring a yoga mat/pillow/blanket since you will be lying on the floor. Wear warm, comfortable, and flexible clothing.

The Sound Bath will take place upstairs in the Education Building. Choose your space starting at 6:15 PM, doors close promptly at 6:30 PM.

This service is being offered on a Love Offering basis. Donations allow us to continue to provide these immersive experiences. (Retail Value $25)

Accessible parking is available in the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville upper parking lot. The entrance to the upper parking lot is off of S. Bear Creek Rd between Science of Mind Way and Sand Hill Rd.
There is a boardwalk from the upper parking lot to the building entrance.

Thursday, May 22, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Greensboro
May 22 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greensboro. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Friday, May 23, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Greensboro
May 23 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greensboro. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Saturday, May 24, 2025
Storytime on the Steps
May 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
J Hudson Booksellers

Bring your littles to the front steps of M. Judson for our bi-weekly story time! Enjoy some wonderful picture books read aloud to the crowd by our very own booksellers, and children will even get a sweet treat to go.

Blue Ridge Roller Derby Doubleheader
May 24 @ 3:00 pm
Smoky Mountain Event Center

Catch an afternoon FULL of high-level ROLLER DERBY!

This family-friendly derby-filled afternoon will include TWO Travel Season bouts. First, the Y’All Stars will face River City Riot from Richmond, Virginia in an A-level sanctioned game. Then, the Retrogrades will take on the River City River Rats in a B-level sanctioned game. Both games’ final scores will impact BRRD and River City’s INTERNATIONAL WFTDA rankings.
Tickets available online or at the door.

2:00 Doors Open
3:00 BRRD Y’AllStars vs. River City Riot
5:00 BRRD Retrogrades vs. River City River Rats

Tickets are $10 for ages 12 and up. Kids 11 and under are FREE. All ages are welcome.

Delish Food Truck and Budgies Bake Shop will provide a great menu of refreshments and snacks, including plant-based options.

BRRD is a non-profit organization that relies on the support of our community to provide action-packed, family-friendly fun on four wheels.

Asheville Tourists vs. Greensboro
May 24 @ 6:00 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greensboro. Game starts at 6:05pm..

Sunday, May 25, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Greensboro
May 25 @ 1:00 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greensboro. Game starts at 1:05pm.

Monday, May 26, 2025
Run for Life Memorial Day 5K and Fun Run
May 26 @ 8:30 am
Bill Moore Community Park (AKA: Fletcher Park)

This annual run/walk timed event raises funds to support Open Arms Pregnancy Center. Open Arms supports women facing unplanned pregnancies by providing free, confidential ultrasounds and maternity supplies. Mothers receive monthly diapers, clothing and other items once their babies are born up to the child’s 18th month.
The 5k and Fun Run will be held at Bill Moore Community Park, 85 Howard Gap Road in Fletcher, NC at 8:30AM.
Runners should register now (by May 9) at https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Fletcher/Run4for5k for early bird pricing and to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
Businesses/Individuals interested in being a race sponsor can contact us via email at [email protected] or by phone at 828.676.4510.

Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Rest & Reset Pilates
May 27 all-day
Happy Body Pilates

Give your body the reset it deserves. This multi equipment-based Pilates class focuses on deep stretching techniques, mindful movement, and breathwork to help realign the body and relax the mind. Perfect for all levels, Rest & Reset Pilates is your invitation to slow down, release tension, and restore balance—both physically and mentally. Whether you’re recovering from an intense workout or simply need a moment of calm, this class will leave you feeling grounded, open, and renewed.

Pilates for Performance
May 27 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Happy Body

Boost your athletic edge with this reformer-based Pilates class designed specifically for runners, cyclists, and multi-disciplined athletes. This targeted workout focuses on core strength, alignment, mobility, and recovery—key elements to prevent injury and enhance endurance. Whether you’re logging miles, climbing hills, or cross-training, adding Pilates for Performance to your routine will help you move better, recover faster, and perform at your peak.

Saturday, May 31, 2025
Dinner Under Dinos – A Parent’s Night Out
May 31 all-day
Asheville Museum of Science

Dinner Under Dinos is back by popular demand!

Parents- enjoy a night out downtown while treating your kid to a special after-hours event just for them- dinner and a movie at AMOS!

This fun-filled night includes pizza from a local vendor, free exhibit play, custom scavenger hunts for special prizes, and a kid-friendly movie to chill out. Parent drop-off begins at 5:30 with a pickup time between 8:30-9:30, plenty of time to enjoy a meal at any of Asheville’s downtown restaurants.

Dinner Under Dinos is for children 4+. All children must be able to go to the bathroom independently. Children may also bring a water bottle, snacks or an alternative meal. For more info contact [email protected].

Includes:

3 Hours of Museum Play (a G/PG movie will also be playing in the classroom)

Cheese Pizza, H20

Date: May 30th and 31st

Time: 5:30pm-9:00pm (Child(ren) must be picked up no later than 9pm; fees may apply if after 9pm)

Age: 4+ (* All children must be potty-trained to participate.)

Fees:

Per Child = $35.00

Additional Sibling = $30.00

The Sleeping Beauty – Ballet Conservatory of Asheville
May 31 all-day
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

Ballet Conservatory of Asheville presents ‘The Sleeping Beauty’, A beautiful full length production of this classic ballet. Choreography after Marius Petipa with music by Peter Ilyitch Tchaikovsky.

Princess Aurora is cursed by the evil fairy Carabosse at her christening, however, the Lilac Fairy intervenes, ensuring Aurora will only sleep until a prince’s kiss awakens her, leading to a grand celebration when the prince finds and kisses her after a hundred years of slumber.

Featuring Ballet Tucson dancers, Hunter Solomon as Prince Desire, and Jessica Lynn as Aurora, alongside the celebrated Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s pre professional company.

Storytime on the Steps
May 31 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
J Hudson Booksellers

Bring your littles to the front steps of M. Judson for our bi-weekly story time! Enjoy some wonderful picture books read aloud to the crowd by our very own booksellers, and children will even get a sweet treat to go.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Winston-Salem
Jun 3 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Asheville Tourists vs. Winston-Salem
Jun 4 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Thursday, June 5, 2025
Asheville Tourist vs. Greenville Drive
Jun 5 @ 6:00 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greenville. Game starts at 6:05pm.

Asheville Tourists vs. Winston-Salem
Jun 5 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Friday, June 6, 2025
Big Time Wrestling
Jun 6 @ 8:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
 Get ready Spartanburg, SC! Big Time Wrestling returns with “The Best There Ever Was, The Best There Is and The Best There Ever Will Be” Bret The Hitman Hart on Friday, June 6 at The Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium. Plus a 6-Man Bunkhouse Match in a Steel Cage featuring “The Rock’n’Roll Express” team of Ricky Morton, Robert Gibson and Kerry Morton  vs. “The Anderson Attack” CW Anderson, Brock Anderson and George South accompanied by The Enforcer Arn Anderson. In a Special Attraction King of the Bros Matt Riddle meets the 7 foot Big Broski Ben Bishop. In the second Steel Cage Match of the evening Vix Crow fka Alicia Fox challenges 
World Intergender Champion James Ellsworth, and much more.
Asheville Tourists vs. Winston-Salem
Jun 6 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Saturday, June 7, 2025
Henderson County Curb June Jamboree
Jun 7 @ 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Henderson County Curb Market

The Henderson County Curb Market, located at 221 N. Church Street in downtown Hendersonville, extends an invitation for its June Jamboree on Saturday, June 7th, from 8:00am – 2:00pm. The Market will offer live Bluegrass music by Liberty Road, a hot dog plate lunch available for purchase, a craft for Father’s Day at the children’s activity table, and a local authors’ signing. Visitors will enjoy chatting with Market vendors and shopping for produce and the many unique items created by local crafters. Fresh baked goods (including gluten free selections), free range eggs, preserves and honey will also be offered. With each purchase, a raffle ticket will be given for a chance to win a basket filled with Curb Market items donated by vendors. This is sure to be an enjoyable, relaxing day for all.

55th Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale
Jun 7 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Brevard College Boshamer Gym

The Brevard Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is sponsoring its 55th Annual Book Sale, the largest and best book sale in North Carolina. Net proceeds support local STEM and educational scholarships for girls (5th-12th grades) and women at Brevard College and Blue Ridge Community College.

Book donations are collected in Yellow Boxes at numerous community locations from early February to late May 2025. Walk-in donations are accepted each Thursday until May 22 from 10am-2pm at The Book Book, 170 S. Broad St., Brevard, NC.