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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Thursday, July 31 – Ben Bailey, Emmy-winning host of Cash Cab, brings hisrazor-sharp wit and storytelling mastery to the stage.
Friday, August 1 – Rising comedy sensation Jessica Michelle Singleton, known for
her raw honesty and viral stand-up clips, delivers a night of fearless, unfiltered humor.
Saturday, August 2 – Fan favorite and comedy powerhouse Eleanor Kerrigan, whose
no-holds-barred style and magnetic energy have made her a staple on the national
comedy scene, closes out the weekend with a bang.
The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.
All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.
The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.
All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.
Tickets on sale NOW at
https://www.worthamarts.org/events/the-17th-annual-asheville-comedy-festival/. Early purchase
is strongly recommended — this festival has a history of sell-out shows and unforgettable
surprises.
Ticket prices for the 17th ACF are $23.50-$28.50 + fees while supplies last.
A limited supply of “Cosmo Passes” are also available!. The pass will be good for all shows and
has a savings of 35%!
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour, the first-ever luxury retail event of its kind, is now open in the southeast parking lot of Tanger Asheville, the city’s premier shopping destination. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through August 10, this immersive shopping experience showcases a curated selection of 12 luxury brands and a unique dining experience alongside some of Asheville and Western North Carolina’s creative, independent vendors.
During the Pop-up, a percentage of all sales will be added to a Hurricane Recovery Fund, to be distributed to local organizations at the end of the tour. Explore Asheville’s Always Asheville Fund, which supports local businesses through grants, and Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity, which provides housing support for those in need following the storm, have been named as the official charities of the Bal Harbour Access Pop-up.
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up in Asheville will feature a host of curated retailers, including Tiffany & Co., Valentino, Balmain, Assouline, Etro, Golden Goose, Eleventy, Johanna Ortiz, and more. Guests can enjoy the Pop-up’s on-site full bar and restaurant, The Whitman, an exquisite dining venue that seats 150 guests. With daily indoor and outdoor dining opportunities, The Whitman will offer shareable plates that mix Miami flavor with locally sourced products.
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up is a fully custom-created retail experience. Designed from modular shipping containers transformed into a lush, tropical oasis, it embodies the signature aesthetic of Bal Harbour Shops. Guests will be transported into a Zen garden-like environment, complete with palm trees, fountains, and lush greenery, all set to a curated soundtrack that enhances the ambiance. Covered walkways with cooling fans and a retractable canopy will ensure an inviting and comfortable experience.
July 24 – August 23
Find your way to ‘the Rock’ as this award-winning comedy takes center stage. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where the hapless Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s attempt to stage this 1920’s murder mystery devolves into madcap mayhem. From an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to survive until their final curtain call. Ready to laugh till it hurts? Book your tickets NOW for the show that has been hailed as “a gut-busting hit” by critics and fans alike!
“…an unexpected, gut-busting hit…one of those breakneck exercises in idiocy that make you laugh till you cry…It starts off punch-drunk and just keeps getting drunker.” —The New York Times.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $50 / $60 / $70
On July 31, August 1, and 2, 2025, a different show will be presented live on stage each evening allowing you to appreciate the talent and dedication of the hundreds of musicians, dancers, and storytellers who are preserving the traditions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. These traditions involve not only the hand-clapping, toe-tapping rhythms of Bluegrass, the style and stories of century-old ballads, the high energy of clogging, the elegance of Big Circle Mountain Smooth Dance, the fun and entertainment of storytelling, but also include an awareness of the hardships and trials that have brought us to this place and time.
Thursday, July 31 – Ben Bailey, Emmy-winning host of Cash Cab, brings hisrazor-sharp wit and storytelling mastery to the stage.
Friday, August 1 – Rising comedy sensation Jessica Michelle Singleton, known for
her raw honesty and viral stand-up clips, delivers a night of fearless, unfiltered humor.
Saturday, August 2 – Fan favorite and comedy powerhouse Eleanor Kerrigan, whose
no-holds-barred style and magnetic energy have made her a staple on the national
comedy scene, closes out the weekend with a bang.
The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.
All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.
The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.
All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.
Tickets on sale NOW at
https://www.worthamarts.org/events/the-17th-annual-asheville-comedy-festival/. Early purchase
is strongly recommended — this festival has a history of sell-out shows and unforgettable
surprises.
Ticket prices for the 17th ACF are $23.50-$28.50 + fees while supplies last.
A limited supply of “Cosmo Passes” are also available!. The pass will be good for all shows and
has a savings of 35%!
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour, the first-ever luxury retail event of its kind, is now open in the southeast parking lot of Tanger Asheville, the city’s premier shopping destination. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through August 10, this immersive shopping experience showcases a curated selection of 12 luxury brands and a unique dining experience alongside some of Asheville and Western North Carolina’s creative, independent vendors.
During the Pop-up, a percentage of all sales will be added to a Hurricane Recovery Fund, to be distributed to local organizations at the end of the tour. Explore Asheville’s Always Asheville Fund, which supports local businesses through grants, and Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity, which provides housing support for those in need following the storm, have been named as the official charities of the Bal Harbour Access Pop-up.
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up in Asheville will feature a host of curated retailers, including Tiffany & Co., Valentino, Balmain, Assouline, Etro, Golden Goose, Eleventy, Johanna Ortiz, and more. Guests can enjoy the Pop-up’s on-site full bar and restaurant, The Whitman, an exquisite dining venue that seats 150 guests. With daily indoor and outdoor dining opportunities, The Whitman will offer shareable plates that mix Miami flavor with locally sourced products.
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up is a fully custom-created retail experience. Designed from modular shipping containers transformed into a lush, tropical oasis, it embodies the signature aesthetic of Bal Harbour Shops. Guests will be transported into a Zen garden-like environment, complete with palm trees, fountains, and lush greenery, all set to a curated soundtrack that enhances the ambiance. Covered walkways with cooling fans and a retractable canopy will ensure an inviting and comfortable experience.
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 the Wee Trade Children’s Consignment Sale. Come support young entrepreneurs (ages 5–17) as they showcase their talents, sell their handmade products, and learn the ropes of business firsthand. Then check out the Wee Trade Children’s Consignment Sale, the region’s largest selection of quality consigned goods at amazing prices!
📣 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.
July 24 – August 23
Find your way to ‘the Rock’ as this award-winning comedy takes center stage. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where the hapless Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s attempt to stage this 1920’s murder mystery devolves into madcap mayhem. From an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to survive until their final curtain call. Ready to laugh till it hurts? Book your tickets NOW for the show that has been hailed as “a gut-busting hit” by critics and fans alike!
“…an unexpected, gut-busting hit…one of those breakneck exercises in idiocy that make you laugh till you cry…It starts off punch-drunk and just keeps getting drunker.” —The New York Times.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $50 / $60 / $70
Be reminded that there’s no place like home as this multi-generational production takes you on a journey somewhere over the rainbow.
Playground Stage summer family musical presents The Wizard of Oz. See the magic come to life when Buncombe County kids and the adults in their lives spend three intensive weeks to learn a full musical. In its 4th summer season, this family-friendly production will deliver classic songs and dances that promise to be a fun show for all ages! Playground Stage nurtures and empowers children to learn 21st Century skills through hands on theatre education and professional theatrical performances.
A vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, rain or shine, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods, crafts, and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Join us from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a celebration of food, farms, and family in a lively community atmosphere.
Wee Trade is all about families helping families. 45,000 Sq Ft of quality consigned goods gathered under one roof for a 3 day weekend sale event at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher, NC, just across from the Asheville Regional Airport.
SPLASH ZONE | 10:00am– 1:00pm
FREE MINI GOLF | 10:00am– 9:00pm
FREE REFRESHMENTS FOR KIDS
WHAT TO BRING
PARKING
Learn more HERE: https://www.hvlnc.gov/SplashDay
: 904 N. Main Street in Hendersonville.The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (BRNHA) is proud to announce its first-ever craft exhibit: Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition. This landmark event will bring together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails (BRCT), showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western North Carolina. Mars Landing Galleries, owned by Miryam Rojas and located at 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC 28754, will serve as the venue for this celebration of craft from July 2 to September 28, 2025.
Southern Appalachia’s artistic spirit, deeply rooted in its beautiful natural environment, will be on full display. From the intricate details of pottery to the masterful craftsmanship of woodworking, the exhibition will feature 60 pieces spanning a diverse range of traditional mediums, including fiber art, printmaking, metalworking (including jewelry), and basketry. This celebration of local artistry comes at a crucial time, as Hurricane Helene impacted many artists. Artists participating are from the central and western sections of BRNHA’s 25-county footprint, encompassing the NC mountains and the Qualla Boundary.
The gallery’s regular hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm. Adding to the visitor experience, the exhibition coincides with three First Friday events in Downtown Mars Hill – July 4, August 1, and September 5. On these evenings, the downtown area, including Mars Landing Galleries (open 5 pm – 8 pm, with live music), will offer extended hours, inviting the community to explore local shops, restaurants, galleries and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
Our latest exhibition, Iron and Ink: Prints from America’s Machine Age, focuses on a dynamic era in American history when industrialization and advances in technology transformed urban landscapes and redefined the nature of work and leisure nationwide.
Showcasing Collection prints from 1905 to the 1940s, Iron and Ink explores connections between industrial labor, urbanization, and the growing middle class. The exhibition highlights works by Works Progress Administration artists from the 1930s whose powerful images of machinery, skyscrapers, and daily life—both at work and recreation—capture this transformational era in American society.
This exhibition is organized by the Asheville Art Museum and Robin Klaus, PhD, assistant curator.
Appalachian Mountain Health’s 3rd Annual Health Fair is a free, family-friendly event designed to support your health while bringing the community together. Held on Saturday, August 2 in Asheville, the fair offers free back-to-school physicals, school supplies, lunch, and health screenings, all in a festive atmosphere.
Kids can enjoy the bounce house, popcorn, cotton candy, and games, while parents can browse a table of lightly used children’s clothing. Plus, we’ll have giveaways every 15 minutes, including bikes and scooters—just be sure you’re present to win!
No registration is required—just come out, connect, and celebrate community wellness with us.
Gallery hours: Wed-Sat / 11am-5PM
Tracey Morgan Gallery is pleased to present the second part of our third solo exhibition with photographer James Henkel whose exhibition “Cyanosure,” originally installed in the fall of 2024, was disrupted by Helene. We are excited to present this new iteration which includes the addition of a series of new work.
The Asheville Art Museum presents Native America: In Translation, an
exhibition curated by Apsáalooke artist Wendy Red Star, on view from May 22 through November 3,
2025. Featuring work by seven Indigenous photographers and lens-based artists from across North
America, the exhibition explores urgent questions of identity, heritage, land rights, and the ongoing
impact of colonialism.
Building on Red Star’s role as guest editor of the Fall 2020 issue of Aperture magazine, Native
America: In Translation continues the conversation through personal and often experimental visual
storytelling. Using self-portraits, performance-based imagery, and multimedia assemblages, the
artists offer new perspectives on Native life and representation today.
viewshed illuminates the enduring impact of Black Mountain College as a crucible of artistic experimentation and exchange, tracing the transmission of ideas across generations and exploring how BMC’s radical pedagogical approaches continue to shape contemporary artistic practice. The exhibition stages a dynamic dialogue between past and present, featuring contemporary artists Richard Garet, Jennie MaryTai Liu, Deanna Sirlin, and Susie Taylor alongside seminal BMC figures such as Dorothea Rockburne, Sewell (Si) Sillman, and Jacob Lawrence. By engaging with transparency, structure, color, collaboration, and expanded forms, viewshed brings into focus the porous boundaries between disciplines, unfolding as a sensorial and conceptual investigation into the shifting terrain of artistic influence. The exhibition highlights works that span painting, textile, sound, and performance, inviting viewers to consider the ways in which artistic methodologies evolve and reverberate across time. At its core, viewshed underscores the ways in which BMC’s experimental ethos continues to inspire artists to challenge, reinterpret, and expand the possibilities of creative expression.
Family Fun Festival in the parking lot of the Asheville Mall. Enjoy carnival rides and games for all ages along with your favorite fair foods like funnel cakes, fired Oreos, and more. Open Weekdays: 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat & Sun 3:00pm-10:00pm. Daily wristbands $25 Mon-Thur and $30 Fri-Sun. There is no gate admission and parking is free.
Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell
Music and Lyrics by
Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick
Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick
Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
July 24-August 10, 2025
Thursday, 7/24 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 7/10)
Fridays at 7:30 pm
Saturdays at 3 pm
Sundays at 3 pm
Director: Bess Park
Approximate Run Time: 2 hours, 25 minutes
Rating: PG-13 due to adult themes, language, and humor.
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star, “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting simultaneously, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of the opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to “thine own self” and all that jazz.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream weaves a magical tale of love, mischief, and mistaken identities. Set in a mystical forest, fairies interfere with the romantic entanglements of four young lovers and a group of actors, creating chaos and comedy as they navigate love’s enchantments and illusions. Shows are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:30 each night. And always FREE! No Sunday performances for the last weekend of each show
A Midsummer Night’s Dream weaves a magical tale of love, mischief, and mistaken identities. Set in a mystical forest, fairies interfere with the romantic entanglements of four young lovers and a group of actors, creating chaos and comedy as they navigate love’s enchantments and illusions.
Shows are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 7:30 each night.
And always FREE!
No Sunday performances for the last weekend of each show.
Your continuous, generous donations help keep our ticket price as pay-what-you-can.
Program:
Clara Schumann: Three Romances
Tonia Ko: Tribute (Axis II)
Ethel Smyth: String Trio in D major
Robert Schumann: Piano Quintet
The great music couple, Clara and Robert Schumann, called Leipzig home from 1840-1844. In 1842, Robert Schumann devoted his compositional energies to his so called “Year of Chamber Music”, which produced among other great works, his piano quintet. Clara met Robert in Leipzig and Clara composed her 3 Romances in 1853, dedicating them to the great violinist, Joseph Joachim. English composer Dame Ethel Smyth studied in Leipzig several decades later and composed her magnificent string trio while in this cultural hub.
Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm
Popped collars, teased hair and fingerless gloves…this 80’s tribute sensation doesn’t only bring style, but an award winning lineup of musicians together as well, in an authentic 80s experience that’s sold out every show! Jump in the Delorean and join this non-stop, high octane party through time in a wild ride pulled straight from a page in your yearbook with the regional act everyone’s talking about! They’ve come across time for you.
The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present
Vandoliers: Life Behind Bars Tour
with Nate Bergman
STANDING ROOM ONLY
The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour, the first-ever luxury retail event of its kind, is now open in the southeast parking lot of Tanger Asheville, the city’s premier shopping destination. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through August 10, this immersive shopping experience showcases a curated selection of 12 luxury brands and a unique dining experience alongside some of Asheville and Western North Carolina’s creative, independent vendors.
During the Pop-up, a percentage of all sales will be added to a Hurricane Recovery Fund, to be distributed to local organizations at the end of the tour. Explore Asheville’s Always Asheville Fund, which supports local businesses through grants, and Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity, which provides housing support for those in need following the storm, have been named as the official charities of the Bal Harbour Access Pop-up.
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up in Asheville will feature a host of curated retailers, including Tiffany & Co., Valentino, Balmain, Assouline, Etro, Golden Goose, Eleventy, Johanna Ortiz, and more. Guests can enjoy the Pop-up’s on-site full bar and restaurant, The Whitman, an exquisite dining venue that seats 150 guests. With daily indoor and outdoor dining opportunities, The Whitman will offer shareable plates that mix Miami flavor with locally sourced products.
Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up is a fully custom-created retail experience. Designed from modular shipping containers transformed into a lush, tropical oasis, it embodies the signature aesthetic of Bal Harbour Shops. Guests will be transported into a Zen garden-like environment, complete with palm trees, fountains, and lush greenery, all set to a curated soundtrack that enhances the ambiance. Covered walkways with cooling fans and a retractable canopy will ensure an inviting and comfortable experience.
July 24 – August 23
Find your way to ‘the Rock’ as this award-winning comedy takes center stage. Welcome to opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where the hapless Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s attempt to stage this 1920’s murder mystery devolves into madcap mayhem. From an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), the accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to survive until their final curtain call. Ready to laugh till it hurts? Book your tickets NOW for the show that has been hailed as “a gut-busting hit” by critics and fans alike!
“…an unexpected, gut-busting hit…one of those breakneck exercises in idiocy that make you laugh till you cry…It starts off punch-drunk and just keeps getting drunker.” —The New York Times.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Ticket Prices: $50 / $60 / $70
Smoke on the Mountain
(7/25/25-8/3/25)
Smoke on the Mountain is a musical set in 1938 at a small North Carolina church. It follows the Sanders Family, a group of gospel singers, as they perform a lively concert filled with bluegrass songs and humorous personal stories. Despite their attempts at perfection, comedic mishaps reveal their flaws, making them relatable and endearing to the audience.
Wee Trade is all about families helping families. 45,000 Sq Ft of quality consigned goods gathered under one roof for a 3 day weekend sale event at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher, NC, just across from the Asheville Regional Airport.
The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area (BRNHA) is proud to announce its first-ever craft exhibit: Returning to the Ridge: Blue Ridge Craft Trails Exhibition. This landmark event will bring together the exceptional talents of 33 artists featured on the Blue Ridge Craft Trails (BRCT), showcasing the vibrant artistic landscape of Western North Carolina. Mars Landing Galleries, owned by Miryam Rojas and located at 37 Library Street, Mars Hill, NC 28754, will serve as the venue for this celebration of craft from July 2 to September 28, 2025.
Southern Appalachia’s artistic spirit, deeply rooted in its beautiful natural environment, will be on full display. From the intricate details of pottery to the masterful craftsmanship of woodworking, the exhibition will feature 60 pieces spanning a diverse range of traditional mediums, including fiber art, printmaking, metalworking (including jewelry), and basketry. This celebration of local artistry comes at a crucial time, as Hurricane Helene impacted many artists. Artists participating are from the central and western sections of BRNHA’s 25-county footprint, encompassing the NC mountains and the Qualla Boundary.
The gallery’s regular hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am – 5 pm. Adding to the visitor experience, the exhibition coincides with three First Friday events in Downtown Mars Hill – July 4, August 1, and September 5. On these evenings, the downtown area, including Mars Landing Galleries (open 5 pm – 8 pm, with live music), will offer extended hours, inviting the community to explore local shops, restaurants, galleries and enjoy the lively atmosphere.