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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Sunday, December 23, 2018
Christmas at BCC
Dec 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Brevard Community Church

At Christmas, we have the opportunity to find renewed hope and joy in the overwhelming love of a God who is with us. Join us for our Christmas Services as we discover hope and life through the story and through the songs of Christmas. Service times include: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. | 1:00 p.m.

Christmas Services at BCC are a wonderful time to invite your family and friends to sit with you at church. Come celebrate with us! Experience practical teaching and excellent music. Children’s programming available at all services.

https://www.facebook.com/events/220178288896555/?event_time_id=220178298896554

Ecusta Apparel 15% off through Dec. 24th.
Dec 23 @ 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ecusta Brewing Company

Looking for that perfect gift? Our apparel (hoodies, t-shirts, caps) will be 15% off through Dec. 24th.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2138898043042560/?event_time_id=2138898063042558

NFL Sunday Ticket at Sanctuary Brewing Company
Dec 23 @ 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sanctuary Brewing Company

We will have all the NFL Games all year long! NFL Sunday Ticket at Sanctuary Brewing Company!

https://www.facebook.com/events/709521249415290/?event_time_id=709521312748617

Panthers vs Falcons | Presented by Ticketmaster
Dec 23 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bank of America Stadium

Celebrate the holidays with the Panthers as they host the Atlanta Falcons in Bank of America Stadium, December 23, 2018. Kickoff is set at 1:00PM.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1941826346147854/

12 Dates of Christmas
Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
North Carolina Stage Company

After seeing her fiancé on TV kissing another woman at the Thanksgiving Day Parade, Mary’s life falls apart — just in time for the holidays. Over the next year, she stumbles back into the dating world, where “romance” ranges from weird and creepy to absurd and comical. It seems nothing can help Mary’s growing cynicism, until the charm and innocence of a five-year-old boy unexpectedly brings a new outlook on life and love. This heartwarming one woman show offers a hilarious and modern alternative to the old standards of the holiday season.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1658799787558592/?event_time_id=1658799817558589

Asheville BJJ Open Mat
Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Open Source Jiu-Jitsu

Swing by Open Mat at Open Source Jiu-Jitsu every Sunday from 2-4pm. We welcome all affiliations and levels – no membership necessary! Drill with a partner. Fight your friends. Just don’t be a d*ck!
Mat fee: pay-what-you-want

https://www.facebook.com/events/491057264717118/

AshevilleFairyHair.com
Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Blue Ghost Brewing Company

Come get your Finklepott’s Original Fairy Hair Sparkles for the holidays!
Sing up below!

Chimney Rockin’ with Daniel Sage!
Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro

Come out to Chimney Rock to enjoy the Fabulous Food, Wonderful Wines and Rockin’ talent of Daniel Sage!

https://www.facebook.com/events/563829534058941/

Storytelling at Blue Ghost
Dec 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Blue Ghost Brewing Company

Bring the kids out for storytelling with Mary Davis and grab yourself a little relaxation time.
Mary Morris Davis is a local storyteller and long time Henderson County Public School Teacher. She delights in telling local legends, funky fables, and spooky stuff. Mary is excited to return to The Blue Ghost to share tales of famous train wrecks of WNC, stories of snow and magic, and the Legend of the Blue Ghost. Her stories are appropriate for all ages, but younger children may find them a bit frightening. You can reach Mary at [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/events/266568764038488/

Smoke on the Mountain: Sanders Family Christmas
Dec 23 @ 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre

Come spend the holidays with your favorite SART family; THE SANDERS FAMILY! Jennifer O’Rear, Joshua Robinette Whitt, Natalie Brouwer Wilson, Lyn Nihart, Pem Price Tomaselli Brad Curtioff are back in this hysterical show. Timothy Wilds and Allen Law law are joining the Sanders Family this year and you don’t want to miss all the new funny moments!

Sanders Family Christmas is the sequel to Connie Ray and Alan Bailey’s wildly successful bluegrass gospel musical Smoke on the Mountain. It’s December 24, 1941, and America is going to war. So is Dennis Sanders, of the Sanders Family Singers. Join Pastor Mervin Oglethorpe and the rest of the Sanders family as they send Dennis off with hilarious and touching stories and twenty-five Southern Gospel Christmas favorites.

https://www.facebook.com/events/329224851172923/

Alan Satz
Dec 23 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards Flat Rock

Music on the patio.

https://www.facebook.com/events/500341273766712/

Book Signing with Lisa Wagoner
Dec 23 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Raven & Crone

Come join us for a book signing to celebrate shop manager Lisa Wagoner’s latest published essay in the book “The Witch’s Altar”. Books will be available for purchase (a great idea for gift giving!) A reading of her essay and a brief discussion of ancestor altars will be followed by the signing. Cookies and tea will also be served.

https://www.facebook.com/events/473639659825290/

Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session
Dec 23 @ 3:00 pm
Jack of the Wood

 

Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session 

Sundays

1 till who knows when?

Traditional Irish music is kept alive at Jack of the Wood with our unplugged Sunday session.

Jack of the Wood

95 Patton ave

Asheville, NC 28801

(828) 252.5445

http://www.jackofthewood.com/

A Kind, Clean Christmas
Dec 23 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Oskar Blues Brewery North Carolina

Come hang out for an evening of rock, soul, blues, and funk + some Christmas favorites from the members of Kind, Clean Gentlemen-Andrew Scotchie and Keith Harry- joined by Dave Desmelik and John Trufant – Music. Benefiting The Bread of Life and Grateful Bread. Don’t forget to dig through your closet and wear your ugliest sweater for the Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2173724049316237/

Holiday Gathering
Dec 23 @ 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
The Ten Acre Garden

Come celebrate the season at our inaugural high tunnel event! We miss our farm family. We’ll have the new heaters and I’m decorating with the hemlocks downed during the snowstorm and some holly I sourced up in the woods. So much hemlock:).
Matt came up with a festive menu we can’t wait to share, and we have so much to be grateful for this season. We want to talk about the plans for the new year and get your ideas for going forward.
Seating limited to 24, so reserve soon. Message us on messenger or email [email protected]. Or you can text Garth at 828-356-4783. Can’t wait to see you all!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1156677954496067/

Christmas Eve Eve Church Service at Ridgeline Church
Dec 23 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Ridgeline Church

Hot cocoa bar, Christmas music, and a heart-warming message. Bring the whole family to Ridgeline for Christmas in Asheville and have a holiday experience you’ll never forget. Meet Buddy the Elf and Santa! 35 Airport Rd. Arden, NC 28704. 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Lights Before Christmas at Riverbanks Zoo
Dec 23 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Riverbanks Zoo
Bring the kids and the camera and see why Lights Before Christmas has continued as a family tradition for 30 years!

  • Nearly one million twinkling lights
  • Countless decorative images
  • Holly Jolly Christmas Parade
  • Animated Story Tree
  • Animal Characters
  • Nightly visits with Santa (start at 6:00PM through December 23)
  • Warm memories and holiday cheer around the Jingle Bell Bonfire
  • Hot cocoa, s’mores and other festive foods available for purchase

While you may spot a few night owls during Lights, most of our residents will be off-exhibit to catch some zzz’s.

Riveroak Legend Holiday Cocktail Party
Dec 23 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Riveroak Fitness

As our community grows, we feel it’s important to stay connected as a community & family! Come spread some Holiday love – we’ll take care of the fresh squeezed holiday themed juices & cocktails- you just bring some good vibes.

https://www.facebook.com/events/275663466638913/

Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 23 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Candlelight Christmas Evenings (December)
Dec 23 @ 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Biltmore

Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)

*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.

Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.

Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas

https://www.facebook.com/events/1524627331014393/?event_time_id=1524627424347717

Holiday Swing with Queen Bee and the Honeylovers
Dec 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Isis Music Hall

$12 Advance / $15 Day of Show

Come get your Christmas music fix with Queen Bee and the Honeylovers in the lounge followed by Russ Wilson’s Swingin Christmas on the main stage! A sweet evening of classic holiday standards with a few original Asheville-inspired tunes thrown in.

Seated Lounge Show:: Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations

https://www.facebook.com/events/526387881222975/

Jah Humbug
Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Local 604 Bottle Shop

Holiday weirdness at its finest
Come have a good time with us :)

https://jahhumbug.bandcamp.com/

https://www.facebook.com/events/568979590232337/

Lake Julian Festival of Lights
Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Lake Julian Park

Lake Julian Festival of Lights has become a tradition for many mountain families and visitors. The driving-only tour includes thousands of dazzling lights and displays placed along a magical journey on the road circling Lake Julian Park.

Lake Julian Festival of Lights takes place nightly from December 2-23. Want to experience the show by foot? Lights by the Lake Stroll Night is on Saturday, December 1. Please check our Facebook event page for information on any closings due to winter weather.

Tickets are $10 at the gate ($8 in advance) for a standard passenger car or van. A portion of the proceeds benefit Buncombe County Special Olympics.

https://www.facebook.com/events/260293307959881/?event_time_id=260293374626541

Lake Julian Festival of Lights
Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Lake Julian Park

Lake Julian Festival of Lights has become a tradition for many mountain families and visitors. The driving-only tour includes thousands of dazzling lights and displays placed along a magical journey on the road circling Lake Julian Park.

Lake Julian Festival of Lights takes place nightly from December 2-23. Want to experience the show by foot? Lights by the Lake Stroll Night is on Saturday, December 1. Please check our Facebook event page for information on any closings due to winter weather.

Tickets are $10 at the gate ($8 in advance) for a standard passenger car or van. A portion of the proceeds benefit Buncombe County Special Olympics.

https://www.facebook.com/events/260293307959881/

Winter Lights
Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The North Carolina Arboretum

Experience Asheville’s brightest holiday tradition at Winter Lights at The North Carolina Arboretum. Walk through an outdoor winter wonderland and see the Arboretum’s gardens dressed in more than half-a-million holiday lights. Roast s’mores by the fire, listen to your favorite holiday tunes or enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, cider or beer. Proceeds from the event will support the Arboretum’s educational programs, exhibit and facilities year-round.

Tickets range from $8-18 and must be purchased in advance online at www.ncwinterlights.com.

https://www.facebook.com/events/183329605927836/?event_time_id=183329659261164

Gatlinburg Trolley Ride of Lights
Dec 23 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Visit Gatlinburg

Tour Gatlinburg’s most dazzling light displays by hopping aboard the Gatlinburg Trolley Ride of Lights! This popular winter tradition is the perfect way to see our mountain town in all its Winter Magic splendor. Get your tickets today!

https://www.facebook.com/events/726348577700947/?event_time_id=726348631034275

A Centerpiece Jazz Christmas
Dec 23 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
The Grind Cafe

The Annual Centerpiece Jazz Christmas Shows at the Grind Cafe will be on Dec. 21st & 23rd. The Friday Dec. 21 show will feature: Richard Shulman on piano and Adam Booker on bass – along with regulars Dave Reep on trumpet and Joseph Hasty on guitar/vocals with special guest Geoff Clapp on drums.
The Sunday Dec. 23rd show will feature the Page Brothers – Andy and Zack Page on guitar and bass. They will join Clapp, Hasty and Reep to round out the Quintet.
Holiday Jazz at it’s finest in the most intimate and festive atmosphere in Western North Carolina. Dinner specials along with fine wines and bottled craft beers will help ring in the Holidays!
$14 cover charge and reservations are a must!
These shows sell out in a hurry folks…

https://www.facebook.com/events/581339808972501/

Russ Wilson “Have Yourself a Swinging Little Christmas”
Dec 23 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Isis Music Hall

$15 Advance / $15 Day of Show

An evening of swinging Christmas classics from Russ Wilson And His Famous Orchestra and Guest Stars.

Remember the days when TV was actually GOOD? And remember all those great Christmas music spectaculars hosted by Bing Crosby, Perry Como, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and so many others?

RUSS WILSON AND HIS FAMOUS ORCHESTRA are presenting that same great musical entertainment at the Isis Restaurant and Music Hall on December 23RD in their 6th Annual Holiday Extravaganza.

“HAVE YOURSELF A SWINGIN’ LITTLE CHRISTMAS!”

Along with Russ and His All Star Orchestra will be an array of special guests: WENDY JONES, JESSE EARL JUNIOR, HANK BONES, RICHARD SHULMAN bringing a healthy dose of holiday cheer to you. AND SANTA CLAUS WILL BE THERE!

Fun for the entire family. This is THE musical event of the season. Make your reservations now. This is one show you DO NOT want to miss!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

Main Stage Seated :: Limited Tables Available with a Dinner Reservation :: All Other Seating is First Come First Serve General Admission :: Please Call Venue for Dinner (Table) Reservations

https://www.facebook.com/events/496126840899619/

Sold Out! Free Theatre! A Christmas Carol.
Dec 23 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Montford Park Players

Montford Park Players Presents ALL-TEEN version of A Christmas Carol

A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens

Produced by Montford Park Players at Land of the Sky UCC

Show Dates:
December 14-23
Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30pm; Sundays @ 7:30pm

Montford Park Players, an Asheville theatrical tradition, is overjoyed to present the local holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol! All performances will be held at Land of the Sky UCC, 15 Overbrook Place, off Tunnel Road in Asheville, from December 14th through the 23rd on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm. This performance like ALL of Montford Park Players’ shows will be absolutely FREE to attend. (No performance on Saturday, Dec. 15, due to the church’s schedule).

This year, the Montford Park Players’ Education Division takes over, with all of the acting, designing and even the technical elements being run by the Montford Moppets, MPP’s squad of talented tweens and teens. Under the guidance of longtime Moppets instructors, Ashleigh Goff and Skyler Goff, this year’s version promises a youthful vibrancy for this family-friendly classic.

Almost everyone knows this story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his visit from four spirits, some ghastly, some benevolent, on Christmas Eve. Through a magical journey through Scrooge’s past, present and future Christmases, they show him the true meaning of the holiday season, and allow him the opportunity to connect with his own generosity and goodness. In this version, adapted by co-director Skyler Goff, the Cratchit spend their own Christmas Eve hearing the story of how Uncle Scrooge became the kind benefactor he is today.

Montford Park Players, has been presenting Shakespeare and other classical works to the Asheville community since 1973, and has since grown to be one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved and well-known cultural attractions.

For more information or to reserve seats, go to montfordparkplayers.org, or call at (828) 254-5146.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2267828916772371/

Soul Jam (Open Jam) with Special Affair
Dec 23 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
One World Brewing

Open Jam With Members of Special Affair & Rachel Waterhouse of Sister Ivy at One World Brewing Downtown.

Bring your instruments and lets play some tunes!
Starts at 8 PM.

10 Patton Ave, Asheville NC

https://www.facebook.com/events/781902705497766/