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, October 29, 2022
Jazz ’22 Jazz + Etiquette Masterclass for High School Students
Oct 29 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center
  1. Tatia Adams-Fox, The New School of Etiquette
Sunday, October 30, 2022
2022: A SPACE PAWDYSSEY Halloween Dog Parade
Oct 30 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The North Carolina Arboretum

SPACE THEMED HALLOWEEN DOG PARADE

Join us Sunday, October 30th for our first annual Halloween Dog Parade! Watch the costume parade, visit with local dog-themed vendors and enjoy the festivities in the fall gardens. The 2022: A SPACE PAWDYSSEY Parade starts with a Master of Ceremonies and prizes will be awarded for best costume. Want to enter your furry friend into the costume contest? Details below.

1:00 PM REGISTRATION
Education Center Plaza

2:00 P.M. 2022: A SPACE PAWDYSSEY PARADE

3:30 GRAND PRIZE ANNOUNCED
Baker Visitor Center Lawn

To participate in the Parade:
Registration starts at 1:00 p.m. in the Education Center Plaza. Registration includes one dog and one dog handler to walk in the parade. Participants will be given a number to be eligible for prizes. Advanced registration is not required and there is no registration fee

 

While we are all excited to meet your furry friends in the garden, please note that both buildings and the Bonsai Exhibition Garden are off-limits for pets.

Monday, October 31, 2022
Music Bingo Mondays
Oct 31 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Music Bingo Mondays

Join us every Monday night for Singo (Musical Bingo)!

Singo will run from 7-8:15 pm.

No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Tuesday, November 1, 2022
Trivia Tuesday
Nov 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Trivia Tuesday
Nov 1 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Wine Wednesday
Nov 2 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Wine Wednesday

Enjoy a $6 glass of wine and 1/2 off bottles every Wednesday night!

Whiskers on Wednesday-Adoption Event
Nov 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
PetSmart

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Join us Wednesdays at Petsmart , Bleachery Blvd, from 6:00-8:00 pm to meet some of MPR AVL’s finest felines!
All cats and kittens at the event are spayed/neutered, FIV/FELV tested, current on vaccines, microchipped, dewormed and started on flea preventative, so we encourage you to bring a carrier to take home your new furry friend(s)!
Read more about all of the adoptable cats and kittens at MPRAVL.org!
West Coast Swing Night
Nov 2 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Continuum Art Gallery, Hendersonville

Come check out for yourself the popular West Coast Swing dance style that can be done to a
wide variety of music, including pop, country, blues, and contemporary music, come at 7pm for a group classes: intermediate
classes with Pflumm and Alain Rogozhin and beginner classes with Rachel Harris and Tola Sun, Followed by a social dance at
8pm, Dress is casual and no partner is needed, BYO wine or beer,

Thursday, November 3, 2022
Pint Night
Nov 3 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Pint Night

$1 off draft beers every Thursday!

World Ballet Series: Swan Lake
Nov 3 @ 7:00 pm
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Experience the legendary!

A part of the World Ballet Series, the Swan Lake will be performed live by a multinational cast of 50 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most famous love story to life.  See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by the Odile and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky’s music.

The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets as well as over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.

Friday, November 4, 2022
DockDogs Competition at the Everything Outdoor Fest
Nov 4 all-day
Historic Hopkins Farm

Does your dog have what it takes? DockDogs, the world’s premier canine aquatics competition, comes to Everything Outdoor Fest on Nov. 4-6 at Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, S.C. Pups of all breeds and sizes will compete in three different competitions: Speed Retrieve, Big Air Wave, and Extreme Vertical. Spectators will be amazed by the athleticism of the “dog-letes,” as they vie for top spots in the National Sportsmen’s Series event. Sponsored by Noble Dog Hotel.

Saturday, November 5, 2022
DockDogs Competition at the Everything Outdoor Fest
Nov 5 all-day
Historic Hopkins Farm

Does your dog have what it takes? DockDogs, the world’s premier canine aquatics competition, comes to Everything Outdoor Fest on Nov. 4-6 at Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, S.C. Pups of all breeds and sizes will compete in three different competitions: Speed Retrieve, Big Air Wave, and Extreme Vertical. Spectators will be amazed by the athleticism of the “dog-letes,” as they vie for top spots in the National Sportsmen’s Series event. Sponsored by Noble Dog Hotel.

UltiMutt Race Course
Nov 5 – Nov 6 all-day
Historic Hopkins Farm

Spend fun bonding time with your dog at the UltiMutt Race course at Everything Outdoor Fest on Nov. 4-6 at Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, S.C. You and your furry friend can run through five obstacles designed to build owner/dog trust and teamwork: A-frame climb and descent, agility poles, ball tunnel, hay bale hurdles, and seesaw ups and downs. Stop by sponsor Noble Dog Hotel’s Canine Healing Project tents to receive signature dog bandanas and information on the therapy dog training initiative. Poop stations available on site. Admission and schedule details available at www.everythingoutdoorfest.com.

Swing Nights at Continuum
Nov 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Continuum Art Gallery, Hendersonville

Join us in our new monthly social swing event on the 1st Saturdays of every month, The
music, open vintage space and wood floors and is guaranteed to have you dancing East Coast and/or Lindy all night long, A free
lesson is offered to kick things off and will include a different combination of moves each time, No partner or rhythm needed and
dress is casual, $10 for lesson and/or social dance.

INTERNATIONAL BALLET: Ballet to Broadway!
Nov 5 @ 7:30 pm
Gunter Theatre

From Ballet to Broadway!

 

Sunday, November 6, 2022
DockDogs Competition at the Everything Outdoor Fest
Nov 6 all-day
Historic Hopkins Farm

Does your dog have what it takes? DockDogs, the world’s premier canine aquatics competition, comes to Everything Outdoor Fest on Nov. 4-6 at Historic Hopkins Farm in Simpsonville, S.C. Pups of all breeds and sizes will compete in three different competitions: Speed Retrieve, Big Air Wave, and Extreme Vertical. Spectators will be amazed by the athleticism of the “dog-letes,” as they vie for top spots in the National Sportsmen’s Series event. Sponsored by Noble Dog Hotel.

Monday, November 7, 2022
Music Bingo Mondays
Nov 7 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Music Bingo Mondays

Join us every Monday night for Singo (Musical Bingo)!

Singo will run from 7-8:15 pm.

No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Trivia Tuesday
Nov 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Trivia Tuesday
Nov 8 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Wednesday, November 9, 2022
Wine Wednesday
Nov 9 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Wine Wednesday

Enjoy a $6 glass of wine and 1/2 off bottles every Wednesday night!

Whiskers on Wednesday-Adoption Event
Nov 9 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
PetSmart

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Join us Wednesdays at Petsmart , Bleachery Blvd, from 6:00-8:00 pm to meet some of MPR AVL’s finest felines!
All cats and kittens at the event are spayed/neutered, FIV/FELV tested, current on vaccines, microchipped, dewormed and started on flea preventative, so we encourage you to bring a carrier to take home your new furry friend(s)!
Read more about all of the adoptable cats and kittens at MPRAVL.org!
Thursday, November 10, 2022
Pint Night
Nov 10 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Pint Night

$1 off draft beers every Thursday!

Saturday, November 12, 2022
Tails in Town
Nov 12 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Main Street, Hendersonville

the ultimate day for dog lovers of all ages and a once a year opportunity to celebrate the companionship, joy and unconditional love that our furry friends bring to our lives, There will be 50 plus pet friendly vendors on Main Street as well as area animal shelters for adoption on the day of the event and even an adorable pet fashion show.

Dinner + Dancing With the J. Creek Cloggers
Nov 12 @ 6:00 pm
Meadowlark Motel

Join us for an evening with the legendary J. Creek Cloggers on Saturday night, November 12th. The night begins with a delicious BBQ dinner at 6 PM and culminates with a rollicking performance by the J. Creek Cloggers at 7:30 PM – featuring TikTok star Zeb Ross! The iconic dance group will perform multiple examples of traditional mountain dancing, as well as teaching the audience several fun dance steps. Group leader, Kim Ross, will also give a short talk on the history & traditions of mountain dancing. Grab your partner and come and join us for a memorable, fun-filled evening!
Admission is $10 for event only; $15 for event + BBQ dinner. Free for Motel guests.
Call 828-926-1717 for tickets & room reservations!

Monday, November 14, 2022
Music Bingo Mondays
Nov 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Music Bingo Mondays

Join us every Monday night for Singo (Musical Bingo)!

Singo will run from 7-8:15 pm.

No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Trivia Tuesday
Nov 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Trivia Tuesday
Nov 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Wine Wednesday
Nov 16 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Wine Wednesday

Enjoy a $6 glass of wine and 1/2 off bottles every Wednesday night!

Whiskers on Wednesday-Adoption Event
Nov 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
PetSmart

May be an image of cat and text

Join us Wednesdays at Petsmart , Bleachery Blvd, from 6:00-8:00 pm to meet some of MPR AVL’s finest felines!
All cats and kittens at the event are spayed/neutered, FIV/FELV tested, current on vaccines, microchipped, dewormed and started on flea preventative, so we encourage you to bring a carrier to take home your new furry friend(s)!
Read more about all of the adoptable cats and kittens at MPRAVL.org!
Thursday, November 17, 2022
Pint Night
Nov 17 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Pint Night

$1 off draft beers every Thursday!