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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Thursday, August 14, 2025
Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Aug 14 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.

Saturday, August 16, 2025
Bodhi Fest
Aug 16 all-day
Asheville Community Theater

The first annual Bodhi Fest, a Buddhist Arts and Film Festival at Asheville Community Theatre on August 16th, 2025 will be a day of illumination as we explore the gladdening qualities of the human spirit ranging from sweet solitude to ecstatic joy. The program will consist of Buddhist films + Q&A, shorts, a dance workshop, a songwriting workshop, musical performances and more. Crafts, art and food from Buddhist sanghas, artists and local vendors will be shared in the front lobby during the festival.

Enjoy an event of immersion in compassionate-wisdom activities that provoke insight and lift the spirit.

Sunday, August 17, 2025
Vegan Market Asheville
Aug 17 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Bridge & Tunnel Cafe at A-B Tech Coman Center

Come join us at the Bridge & Tunnel Coffee Cafe at the Coman Center at A-B Tech for a wonderful day filled with good food and good people. We are so excited to have local vegan vendors get together and show you what they’ve got. You can stop by and get some treats to go or, even better, hang out with us for a while. There will be plenty of seating for eating and socializing. Find out more on Instagram and Facebook @vgnmkt
The event is indoors and is Rain or Shine. There will be some food trucks right out front.
Hours are 11:00 – 3:00.
Admission is free and everyone is welcome. It’s a vegan party & you’re invited!

Monday, August 18, 2025
Vagabonds In The Vineyard
Aug 18 @ 5:30 pm
Marked Tree Vineyard

Join us for an enchanting evening at the
Flat Rock Playhouse Annual Gala,

“Vagabonds In The Vineyard!”
This year, we’re bringing the vibrant spirit of the Mediterranean to the beautiful

Monday, August 18th

5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Marked Tree Vineyards,

623 Deep Gap Road, Flat Rock, NC

Call the DEVO office at 828-693-0403 ext. 205 
Premier Table Seating
$250 per person

– Guaranteed seat at one of our limited reserved tables
– perfect for sitting with friends.

– Two complimentary drink tickets.
– Prime location close to the evening’s entertainment
– featuring various artists and performers from the Flat Rock Playhouse.


General Admission
$125 per person

– Seating on the scenic terrace of Marked Tree Vineyards
– One complimentary drink ticket.
– Enjoy the entertainment and ambiance of the evening.

Reserved seating is limited for the Premier Table option, so book early!
Dinner:

Indulge in a delectable array of dishes from

the curated food stations provided by

Evening Schedule:
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Check-in and Happy Hour
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Dinner served from food stations

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Silent Auction open for bidding
7:30 PM: Entertainment featuring Flat Rock Playhouse artists and performers
8:30 PM: Final Encore

Dress Code:
Embrace the spirit of the Mediterranean!

We encourage you to wear light, flowing attire suitable for strolling

the charming streets of Mykonos or Santorini. Think chic and comfortable.

Thursday, August 21, 2025
Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Aug 21 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.

WNC Songwriter sessions featuring Karen Cohen, Just Rick & Todd Hoke
Aug 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Brandy Bar + Cocktails

Thursday – August 21 – 7-9pm – WNC Songwriter Sessions returns with Karen Cohen, Just Rick, and Todd Hoke. An evening of original songs in the natural acoustics and listening room atmosphere of the beautiful and historic Brandy Bar + Cocktails.
Hidyho Neighbors! Another solid trio of swellegant songwriters will be sharing their lyrical and musical offerings for our August session at the coolest bar in all Hendo. Karen Cohen, Just Rick, and Todd Hoke will entertain you with their tales and tunes. Delicious cocktails + handcrafted songs + friendly folks = time well spent. Join us!
Karen Cohen has honed her own unique finger-style guitar for over 5 decades. Her current passion is writing songs that combine authenticity, emotion, and imagery with beautiful melody. Karen just arrived on the WNC and Upstate SC scene 6 months ago and is generating a lot of excitement at local open mics and songwriter showcases.
Just Rick (aka Rick Reles) is a guitarist, songwriter, and vocalist based in Hendersonville, North Carolina. A lifelong musician and singer-songwriter inspired by the roots of American rock music. He draws from country, blues, bluegrass, rockabilly, and classic rock to craft his growing catalog of original songs. From early bands like Green Steam and Full House to Identity Crisis and IC3, Rick has been a gigging musician. Today he plays solo as well as in Two Step Too and The Right Fit.
Todd Hoke tried therapy but that didn’t work out so he took up the guitar instead and, as of this printing, has remained mostly unincarcerated (a fact his mother loudly boasts about every time her bowling league gathers at the pool hall to play poker and whittle).
With hosts Annie Wenz and Todd Hoke. For more info visit: [email protected]

Saturday, August 23, 2025
Children’s Entrepreneur Market
Aug 23 all-day
Olivette Farm

Bring the whole family for a day of fun, creativity, and inspiration at the Children’s Entrepreneur Market — where young minds turn big ideas into real-life businesses!

We are partnering with Olivette Farm for their 4th Annual Harvest Fest. Come support young entrepreneurs (ages 5–17) as they showcase their talents, sell their products, and learn the ropes of business firsthand. All while supporting ASAP’s Double SNAP for Fruits and Vegetables program at this special benefit event at Olivette Farm celebrating local farmers, community and music.

📣 Interested in participating?
Young entrepreneurs can register at: https://kidsmarkets.com/
Follow us on Facebook @ChildrenEntrepreneursNorthCarolina for updates, sneak peeks, and more!
✨ Why You’ll Love It:
💡 Educational & Inspiring – Kids learn valuable skills in leadership, creativity, money management, and marketing.
🎨 Hands-On Fun –Family-Friendly Fun
🛍️ One-of-a-Kind Shopping – Support the next generation of business leaders and take home unique, kid-made treasures.
🛡️ Safe & Supervised – A welcoming, secure environment for kids and families.

Asheville Community Plant Market
Aug 23 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Asheville Hydroponics & Organics

Join us for our monthly market, where you’ll discover local vendors offering a variety of houseplants, garden plants, and planty-related items, including crafts and jewelry. Show your support by visiting our social table, where we will have branded merchandise for sale to help fund the event, as well as tags for social media pages to follow your favorite vendors. Enjoy live music and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
🅿️Free parking is available! Please park at the front of the building and enter through the hydroponics shop. Vendors will be set up inside the shop as well as outside the back of the shop.

Children’s Entrepreneur Market
Aug 23 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Olivette Farm

Join the Children’s Entrepreneur Market at Olivette’s Riverside Park for the Harvest Fest, a fun filled day of music, activities and nature in celebration of local farmers, community and music. if you have a kid aged 5-17, they can come and run a booth at our kids-only market! Register today! at https://kidsmarkets.com/event/asheville-3/Included: 1 free adult ticket to Harvest Fest per booth. $25 per ticket for each additional adult to attend Harvest Fest, all children receive free entry.

Thursday, August 28, 2025
SART’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament
Aug 28 @ 8:30 am
Springdale Golf Course

Gather a team and get ready to spend the day playing 18 holes for our annual, end-of-season Golf Tournament Fundraiser! Hosted at Sprindale Resort in Canton, NC on Thursday, August 28th, 2025, and **NEW THIS YEAR** included in your price of registration is a delicious BBQ Lunch to be served during the Awards Ceremony! Want to play, or interested in becoming a sponsor?

Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Aug 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.

Oscar Mayer Weinermobile at Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Aug 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

The iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is rolling into the Biltmore Park Farmers Market on Thursday, August 28! Snap a photo with this one-of-a-kind vehicle and take home fun goodies like whistles, stickers, and postcards. Don’t miss this playful stop that’s sure to spread smiles for the whole family!

Thursday, September 4, 2025
Dine Out for National Wildlife Day
Sep 4 all-day
Various Locations

Appalachian Wildlife Refuge, a Western North Carolina nonprofit dedicated to rehabilitating injured and orphaned wildlife, is thrilled to announce its Pawprints & Plates fundraising event. This special “Dine Out for National Wildlife Day” will take place on Thursday, September 4, 2025, with six local establishments supporting the organization’s vital mission.

Community members are invited to dine and drink at any of the participating locations to directly contribute to the care of thousands of wild animals rescued each year.

For the most up-to-date information on participating Pawprints & Plates locations please check Appalachian Wild’s website appalachianwild.org. A list of committed locations are:

  • Thai Pearl – 747 Haywood Road

  • Ivory Road – 1854 Brevard Rd

  • RendezVous – 184 New Haw Creek Rd

  • Bebop Bottle Shop – 723 Haywood Rd #101

  • Copper Crown – 1011 Tunnel Rd #100

  • Burning Blush Brewery – 4891 Boylston Hwy

Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Sep 4 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.

Saturday, September 6, 2025
All Together Now!
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm
Hendersonville Theater

Hendersonville Theatre was severely impacted by Hurricane Helene, sustaining approximately $100,000 in damages. We invite you to join us for All Together Now!, an international musical revue created by Music Theatre International (MTI), to help our beloved theatre recover and continue serving the community. Featuring songs from beloved Broadway shows performed by local talent, your attendance will directly support disaster recovery efforts.

Tickets include reserved seating, access to the open bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and the post-show meet and greet. All proceeds from this special night will go directly to Hendersonville Theatre’s recovery efforts, helping us repair damages and continue providing quality theatre experiences to the community.

By attending this special performance, you will enjoy an evening of exceptional theatre and help Hendersonville Theatre recover from Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact. Your support makes a difference.

If you cannot attend but would still like to support our recovery, please consider making a donation. Your contribution will directly support rebuilding efforts.

Ticket Pricing: $80
Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres cocktail reception, open bar, show, and more!

6:00 PM: Doors open

6:30 PM: Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction

6:30 PM: Auditorium Opens

7:30 PM: Showtime!

9:45 PM: Cast Meet & Greet

Sunday, September 7, 2025
Children’s Entrepreneur Market
Sep 7 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Olivette Farm

🎉 Calling All Young Entrepreneurs! 🍅
We’re thrilled to partner with Olivette Farm at their annual Tomato Fest for a one-of-a-kind Children’s Entrepreneur Market!
🌟 Got a kid with a big idea? Whether it’s homemade crafts, baked goods, lemonade stands, or creative services—this is their chance to shine!

🍅 Visit kids markets.com

Sign up your child’s booth 🌽
Explore upcoming children’s markets 🎨
Support young local entrepreneurs 💼
Let’s grow the next generation of creators and changemakers—one market at a time!
#TomatoFest #OlivetteFarm #KidsMarket #YoungEntrepreneurs #SupportLocalYouth

Children’s Entrepreneur Market
Sep 7 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Olivette Farm

Join us for a fun afternoon for the Children’s Entrepreneur Market at Olivette Farm’s Tomato Fest Market. It will be fun for the whole family!

Come support young entrepreneurs (ages 5–17) as they showcase their talents, sell their products, and learn the ropes of business firsthand. You can also enjoy Olivette’s Tomato Fest Market. A selection of local businesses join Olivette Farm in offering local and handmade goods. Olivette Sprouts Club will have great activities for the kids.

📣 Interested in participating?
Young entrepreneurs can register at: https://kidsmarkets.com/
Follow us on Facebook @ChildrenEntrepreneursNorthCarolina for updates, sneak peeks, and more!
✨ Why You’ll Love It:
💡 Educational & Inspiring – Kids learn valuable skills in leadership, creativity, money management, and marketing.
🎨 Hands-On Fun –Family-Friendly Fun
🛍️ One-of-a-Kind Shopping – Support the next generation of business leaders and take home unique, kid-made treasures.
🛡️ Safe & Supervised – A welcoming, secure environment for kids and families.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025
NC Writers Network & The Brandy Bar host “In the Company of Writers”
Sep 10 all-day
The Brandy Bar + Cocktails

WED 8/10/25 – 7-9 PM – The North Carolina Writers Network and The Brandy Bar + Cocktails present as next in their series “In the Company of Writers.” Kate Crawford
The program offers a series of personal and conversational dialogues featuring guest writers/poets, followed by an open mic forum. These inspirational gatherings will elucidate and entertain those attending. The guest author speaks from 7-8 PM with an open mic from 8 -9 PM. The Chicago blues music of “John Longbottom” welcomes you, continues during intermission, and closes the evening. You are welcome to sign up for the open mic with the sign-up sheet at the entrance.

Katherine Scott Crawford is the award-winning author of The Miniaturist’s Assistant and Keowee Valley. A former backpacking guide, adjunct professor, and recovering academic, her newspaper column appeared weekly across the country and abroad, including in USA Today, The Detroit Free Press, The Herald Scotland, and more. Winner of a North Carolina Arts Award in fiction, she holds an MFA in Writing from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She’d rather be in the woods with her dog than anywhere else, enjoys curious people, adventure, and snow, and believes historical fiction the best way to time travel. An eleventh-generation Southerner, she directs writing retreats at a remote mountain lodge near Brevard, North Carolina, where she lives with her family.

For more info visit: https://www.facebook.com/TheBrandyBar/events

Thursday, September 11, 2025
Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Sep 11 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.

Rooftop for Relief: A Community Fundraiser for Beloved Asheville
Sep 11 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Soprana Rooftop Cucina

Join us for Rooftop for Relief, a special community fundraiser supporting Beloved Asheville and honoring the 1-year anniversary of Hurricane Helene. This meaningful evening will bring together friends, neighbors, and local supporters to celebrate resilience, community, and giving back.

Enjoy a night of:

– $2 donation with every pizza sold to support Beloved Asheville

– $5 donation from every Cultivated Cocktail sold to support Beloved Asheville

– Live jazz music with B. Bares Jazz Trio

– Raffle prizes with 100% of the proceeds supporting Beloved Asheville

– Cocktails and local brews from our partners: Cultivated Cocktails and New Belgium Brewing

Come for the views, stay for the cause, and help make a positive impact in Asheville.

Tickets:

No entry fee. This event is open to all! our presence and support make a difference!

Saturday, September 13, 2025
Fall Plant Sale at Bullington Gardens
Sep 13 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Bullington Gardens

Dig into Bullington Gardens’ Fall Plant Sale! Grab trees, shrubs, perennials, natives, and seasonal plants to spruce up your yard. Don’t let your garden be the only one on the block still growing last year’s weeds—join us this fall September 12-13, 9am-4pm.

Sunday, September 14, 2025
Villain Arts 6th Annual Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival
Sep 14 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Now back and better than ever, it’s Villain Arts’ Sixth Annual Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival!! Come to Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville for 3 exciting days offering live entertainment, unique vendors, and most importantly: nonstop tattooing. This event pulls artists from across the country (and a few from around the world) and unites them together in the spirit of self-expression and individuality. Whether you’re in the market for your first tattoo or your thirty-first, with hundreds of tattoo artists to choose from, you’re sure to leave with something amazing. Too young for real tattoos but still want to come to the show? There are stickers galore, vendors offering fun services, and even temporary tattoos. Also, admission is free for children 12 and under, (and for adults, starts at $20 for a 1-day pass, or $40 for a 3-day pass.)

If tattoos aren’t your thing, take in the full schedule of live entertainment on offer this weekend, including a contortionist archer, sideshow, circus acts, and even stunning suspension! Browse the vendors selling everything from clothing and jewelry to oddities and more. Or, enter contests with your new or existing tattoos to compete for a trophy!

There’s so much to take in throughout all 3 days of fun, so mark your calendars now and get ready for an energetic weekend celebrating art in all its forms at the Asheville Tattoo Arts Festival!

Thursday, September 18, 2025
Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Sep 18 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.

Friday, September 19, 2025
MAGMA Gem & Mineral Show
Sep 19 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Land of the Sky Event Venue

The Mountain Area Gem & Mineral Association presents: The Fall M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show September 19th – 21st, 2025 Friday and Saturday: 9 am- 6 pm
Sunday: 10 am- 4 pm

FREE Admission – FREE Parking

Come shop for minerals, crystals, and handcrafted jewelry from locally and nationally known vendors. We have something for everyone, from seasoned rockhounds to new collectors and jewelry lovers. Many of our vendors specialize in North Carolina, Southeastern and USA minerals and they enjoy sharing their expert knowledge. You’re sure to learn new things and find some great gems, minerals, fossils, artifacts, lapidary equipment and many more treasures from the earth.

We will have over 40 indoor and outdoor vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems and minerals in the Southeast! Entering the show is always free and this event is fun for the entire family. We are located only 15-minutes from Asheville in Swannanoa, NC. Excellent food and drink are offered daily with vegan options available.

The M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show happens 4 times a year and this is an event that you can keep coming back to!

For show information, contact Richard Jacquot at 828-779-4501 or email [email protected]

Saturday, September 20, 2025
Farm Yard Sale
Sep 20 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Historic Johnson Farm

Come shop at the farm’s every other year yard sale! Treasures abound-everything from books, DVDs, houseware, kitchen items, furniture, jewelry, and more all at cheap prices. 100% of the proceeds benefit Historic Johnson Farm. Cash and card accepted.

WNC Run Walk for Autism
Sep 20 @ 8:00 am – 10:30 am
Bill Moore Community Park

20th Annual WNC Run.Walk for Autism. Competitive and non-competitive 5K and 1 mile Fun Run/Walk. Registration fee includes a t-shirt. All funds go to support autism programs in Western NC.

MAGMA Gem & Mineral Show
Sep 20 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Land of the Sky Event Venue

The Mountain Area Gem & Mineral Association presents: The Fall M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show September 19th – 21st, 2025 Friday and Saturday: 9 am- 6 pm
Sunday: 10 am- 4 pm

FREE Admission – FREE Parking

Come shop for minerals, crystals, and handcrafted jewelry from locally and nationally known vendors. We have something for everyone, from seasoned rockhounds to new collectors and jewelry lovers. Many of our vendors specialize in North Carolina, Southeastern and USA minerals and they enjoy sharing their expert knowledge. You’re sure to learn new things and find some great gems, minerals, fossils, artifacts, lapidary equipment and many more treasures from the earth.

We will have over 40 indoor and outdoor vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems and minerals in the Southeast! Entering the show is always free and this event is fun for the entire family. We are located only 15-minutes from Asheville in Swannanoa, NC. Excellent food and drink are offered daily with vegan options available.

The M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show happens 4 times a year and this is an event that you can keep coming back to!

For show information, contact Richard Jacquot at 828-779-4501 or email [email protected]

Sunday, September 21, 2025
MAGMA Gem & Mineral Show
Sep 21 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Land of the Sky Event Venue

The Mountain Area Gem & Mineral Association presents: The Fall M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show September 19th – 21st, 2025 Friday and Saturday: 9 am- 6 pm
Sunday: 10 am- 4 pm

FREE Admission – FREE Parking

Come shop for minerals, crystals, and handcrafted jewelry from locally and nationally known vendors. We have something for everyone, from seasoned rockhounds to new collectors and jewelry lovers. Many of our vendors specialize in North Carolina, Southeastern and USA minerals and they enjoy sharing their expert knowledge. You’re sure to learn new things and find some great gems, minerals, fossils, artifacts, lapidary equipment and many more treasures from the earth.

We will have over 40 indoor and outdoor vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems and minerals in the Southeast! Entering the show is always free and this event is fun for the entire family. We are located only 15-minutes from Asheville in Swannanoa, NC. Excellent food and drink are offered daily with vegan options available.

The M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show happens 4 times a year and this is an event that you can keep coming back to!

For show information, contact Richard Jacquot at 828-779-4501 or email [email protected]

Groove for Good
Sep 21 @ 3:00 pm
Hendersonville Theater

Celebrate World Peace Day with an evening of heartfelt music, meaningful connection, and rich storytelling at Groove for Good — a special Songwriters in the Round gathering where four acclaimed artists share the stage, swap songs, and reflect on the moments that shaped their music.

This is more than a concert — it’s an intimate, in-the-moment exchange of ideas and emotions between artists and audience alike. Expect laughter, deep thoughts, spontaneous harmonies, and powerful songs that speak to peace, unity, and the human experience.

Joining us for this unforgettable night are celebrated songwriters David LaMotteCaroline AikenAnnie Wenz, and Todd Hoke — four powerful voices whose music and presence promise to stir the soul and spark meaningful reflection.From folk and blues to roots and Americana, these acclaimed singer-songwriters will take you on a musical journey filled with heart, humor, and harmony.

Let music be the language of peace. Groove for Good — four artists, one stage, one world.

Thursday, September 25, 2025
Biltmore Park Farmers Market
Sep 25 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Biltmore Park Town Square

Biltmore Park’s Farmers Market features fresh seasonal produce, delicious homemade pastries, premium meats and seafood, beautiful vibrant flowers, and more. There’s always something to take home with you! It’s the perfect way to support local small businesses and celebrate community this summer. Visit biltmorepark.com for more information.