Calendar of Events
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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By Dan Goggin
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
May 30-June 8, 2025
Fridays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays at 3 pm
Sundays at 3 pm
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes
Rating: PG (some material may not be appropriate for younger children).
Get ready for a night of laughter, music, and pure entertainment as Sister Robert Anne takes center stage in Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class! After nearly 30 years in the beloved Nunsense series, this feisty, street-smart nun is finally getting her moment to shine.
In this one-woman musical comedy, Sister Robert Anne hilariously “teaches” the audience how to put together a cabaret act—using her own unforgettable experiences, witty wisdom, and show-stopping songs from the Nunsense series by award-winning composer Dan Goggin. With plenty of audience interaction, side-splitting humor, and toe-tapping tunes, this heartwarming show guarantees an evening of fun that will leave you smiling long after the final bow.
Don’t miss this divine night of comedy and music!
Join us for an evening of celebration at the Chamber’s crowning event of the year! Mix and mingle with business and community leaders followed by a delicious Grove Park dinner. We’ll reflect on the past year, look to the future and honor outstanding business leaders.
Awards to be presented at the Annual Meeting:
- Excellence in Public Service Award – presented by Mission Health
- Small Business Leader of the Year – presented by HomeTrust Bank
- Family Business Award – presented by UNC Asheville
- President’s Award – presented by First Bank
- Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Doors open at 5:00 pm. Dinner and program begins at 5:45 pm.
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.
Make plans to join us for Business After Hours on Thursday, June 5th, from 5:30- 7 p.m. at The Reserve at Gashes Creek (1120 Gashes Ridge Lane off of Charlotte Highway). This evening of networking is the perfect chance to build new connections, catch up with fellow professionals, and explore one of Asheville’s scenic residential communities.
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greenville. Game starts at 6:05pm.
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:35pm.
By Dan Goggin
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
May 30-June 8, 2025
Fridays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays at 3 pm
Sundays at 3 pm
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes
Rating: PG (some material may not be appropriate for younger children).
Get ready for a night of laughter, music, and pure entertainment as Sister Robert Anne takes center stage in Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class! After nearly 30 years in the beloved Nunsense series, this feisty, street-smart nun is finally getting her moment to shine.
In this one-woman musical comedy, Sister Robert Anne hilariously “teaches” the audience how to put together a cabaret act—using her own unforgettable experiences, witty wisdom, and show-stopping songs from the Nunsense series by award-winning composer Dan Goggin. With plenty of audience interaction, side-splitting humor, and toe-tapping tunes, this heartwarming show guarantees an evening of fun that will leave you smiling long after the final bow.
Don’t miss this divine night of comedy and music!
The Montford Park Players proudly present “The Merry Wives of Windsor” is a lively comedy centered on the antics of Sir John Falstaff, who attempts to woo two women, Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Page. Their clever retaliation & mischievous schemes lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings and deceptions in a 1950s Windsor. Shows are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:30 each night. And always FREE!No Sunday performances for the last weekend of each show.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 6:05pm.
By Dan Goggin
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
May 30-June 8, 2025
Fridays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays at 3 pm
Sundays at 3 pm
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes
Rating: PG (some material may not be appropriate for younger children).
Get ready for a night of laughter, music, and pure entertainment as Sister Robert Anne takes center stage in Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class! After nearly 30 years in the beloved Nunsense series, this feisty, street-smart nun is finally getting her moment to shine.
In this one-woman musical comedy, Sister Robert Anne hilariously “teaches” the audience how to put together a cabaret act—using her own unforgettable experiences, witty wisdom, and show-stopping songs from the Nunsense series by award-winning composer Dan Goggin. With plenty of audience interaction, side-splitting humor, and toe-tapping tunes, this heartwarming show guarantees an evening of fun that will leave you smiling long after the final bow.
Don’t miss this divine night of comedy and music!
The Montford Park Players proudly present “The Merry Wives of Windsor” is a lively comedy centered on the antics of Sir John Falstaff, who attempts to woo two women, Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Page. Their clever retaliation & mischievous schemes lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings and deceptions in a 1950s Windsor. Shows are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:30 each night. And always FREE!No Sunday performances for the last weekend of each show.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Winston-Salem. Game starts at 1:05pm.
By Dan Goggin
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
May 30-June 8, 2025
Fridays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays at 3 pm
Sundays at 3 pm
Approximate Run Time: 90 minutes
Rating: PG (some material may not be appropriate for younger children).
Get ready for a night of laughter, music, and pure entertainment as Sister Robert Anne takes center stage in Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class! After nearly 30 years in the beloved Nunsense series, this feisty, street-smart nun is finally getting her moment to shine.
In this one-woman musical comedy, Sister Robert Anne hilariously “teaches” the audience how to put together a cabaret act—using her own unforgettable experiences, witty wisdom, and show-stopping songs from the Nunsense series by award-winning composer Dan Goggin. With plenty of audience interaction, side-splitting humor, and toe-tapping tunes, this heartwarming show guarantees an evening of fun that will leave you smiling long after the final bow.
Don’t miss this divine night of comedy and music!
The Montford Park Players proudly present “The Merry Wives of Windsor” is a lively comedy centered on the antics of Sir John Falstaff, who attempts to woo two women, Mrs. Ford and Mrs. Page. Their clever retaliation & mischievous schemes lead to a series of humorous misunderstandings and deceptions in a 1950s Windsor. Shows are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:30 each night. And always FREE!No Sunday performances for the last weekend of each show.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
Registration is required due to limited seating.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
Winner of four Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” – The New York Times
Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.
SOME LIKE IT HOT is recommended for ages 12+ and contains adult language and mature themes.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
Winner of four Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” – The New York Times
Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.
SOME LIKE IT HOT is recommended for ages 12+ and contains adult language and mature themes.
Dad Jokes Standup Comedy Picture Show
Everyone loves dads doing jokes! Lucky for you these are professional comedians giving you more laughs than groans. Comics on the show do standup with pictures to illustrate their sets!!
Wednesday June 11, 7:30-9p in The Orange Peel’s comedy basement. PULP is a bourbon speakeasy (400+ varieties) located under the iconic stage. No food is served but we do have free snacks while they last and outside food is permitted (no drinks of any kind).
$17 tickets available at door or The Orange Peel’s website
Host is Hilliary Begley voted repeatedly Asheville’s Favorite comic in the Mountain Xpress. Film debut in the Netflix original Dumplin’ as Aunt Lucy, or “Jennifer Anniston’s fat sister,” and Austin Film Festival winning movie When We Last Spoke with Cloris Leachman, now streaming on Amazon Prime.
June 6 – July 5
Step into the captivating world of “Beautiful,” a Tony Award-winning musical that tells the inspiring true story of legendary singer-songwriter Carole King. Journey through the life of this remarkable artist as she rises from a teenage girl with a passion for music to a groundbreaking icon whose songs have touched millions. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Carole King or new to her music, Beautiful is a celebration of love, friendship, and the universal language of song that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $60 / $70 / $80
In The Heights
June 12 – 28, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Music and Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Book by Quiara Alegría Hudes
Sponsored by: The Teel Family Foundation
Before Hamilton, there was In the Heights. With a vibrant score blending hip-hop, salsa, merengue, and soul, this Tony Award–winning musical tells the story of a tight-knit community on the brink of change in New York’s Washington Heights. Featuring unforgettable characters and songs like “Breathe,” “96,000,” and “Carnaval del Barrio,” this show is a celebration of heritage, home, and hope.
Winner of four Tony Awards®, including Best Choreography and Best Costumes, and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theater Album, SOME LIKE IT HOT is “A Super-Sized, All-Out Song-And-Dance Spectacular!” – The New York Times
Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is the “glorious, big, high-kicking” (Associated Press) story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.
SOME LIKE IT HOT is recommended for ages 12+ and contains adult language and mature themes.