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, February 10, 2024
Restorative Yoga Workshop
Feb 10 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Happy Body

Relax, Restore, Renew

Unwind and rejuvenate in our blissful 2-hour Restorative Yoga Workshop designed to melt away stress, promote deep relaxation, and nurture your well-being.

Immerse yourself in a series of gentle, supported yoga poses that encourage relaxation and release tension. Utilize an array of props such as bolsters, blankets, and blocks to fully support your body in each pose.

Learn the art of mindful breathing techniques to calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and enhance your overall sense of peace.

Indulge in a guided meditation journey to promote mental clarity and inner calmness.

Springtime Medicine Making for the Home Apothecary
Feb 10 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Honey & the Hive

Sign up for an amazing class taught by Lori Jenkins of Sister of Mother Earth. She will guide you through making a Springtime fire cider, a blood-moving oxymel, and herbal honey to awaken your body out of Wintertime slumber.

Discuss wild herbs that pop up in late Winter and early Spring to harvest and enjoy, and partake in a bit of Springtime magick to help celebrate this time of year.

All you need to bring is a basket to carry your goodies home in and a learning spirit!

The class will be held on February 10th, 2024 from 3 – 5 pm
*Must have 10 registrants to hold class

Class items you will go home with:
*1 quart of fire cider
* 8oz herbal oxymel
* 6oz herbal honey
* 1oz herbal tea blend
* sample of stinging nettles salt blend
* worksheet filled with information and recipes
* and a few other surprises!

“Eyes Wide Shut: A Blindfolded Affair”
Feb 10 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
“Eyes Wide Shut: A Blindfolded Affair”

Indulge in an evening of passion, connection, and a dash of mystery at our “Eyes Wide Shut: A Blindfolded Affair” Couples Massage Candle Making Event on Saturday, February 10th at 7 PM!

Ignite the flames of love as you and your beloved embark on a tantalizing journey of sensory exploration. Craft your very own 10 oz upgrade massage candle, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary with a blindfolded smelling experience and a touch of DIY romance.

Be swept away in a world of sensuality with our exclusive gift basket, brimming with delightful surprises – from enticing sample candles to sexy spa products, candies to sweeten the moment, mini champagne bottles, all wrapped up in a tempting package valued at $30!

Picture this: beautiful linen-covered tables adorned with lush florals, the soft flicker of candlelight casting a warm glow, and the heady fragrance of specially curated aphrodisiac scents filling the air. Capture the magic with our Polaroid pictures – a timeless keepsake of the moments when love is blind and enchanting.

Blindfold your senses and let the adventure unfold! Dive into our candle library, an array of specially curated aphrodisiac scents, for a blind smelling experience. Let your hearts guide you to the perfect fragrance, creating a candle that mirrors the uniqueness of your love.

We’ll be your guide on this journey, leading you step by step to create not just a massage candle, but a masterpiece that encapsulates the magic of your connection. So, don your most captivating attire, dress up, and join us for a night where every touch, scent, and shared smile becomes a celebration of love.

Secure your spot now for only $110 per couple – because the best stories are written in the language of love. Don’t miss out on the ultimate Valentine’s experience – where every moment is a surprise waiting to be unwrapped

Sunday, February 11, 2024
Be a Sweetheart in Asheville with MANNA Foodbank
Feb 11 all-day
Asheville Mast General Store
Twenty-one is a “sweet” age! On this weekend before Valentine’s Day, choose your sweetie’s favorite sweets at Mast General Store, and join us in celebrating the 21st year of Be a Sweetheart by helping feed neighbors in our community.
For every pound of bulk candy purchased Saturday, February 10 – Sunday, February 11, Mast General Store will donate $1 to a local food security partner. The Asheville Mast Store’s partner is MANNA FoodBank.
While it doesn’t sound like much, a single dollar goes a long way towards fighting hunger! One dollar provides $5 in food value for MANNA FoodBank, which uses its network of resources to turn $1 into three or more meals.
Thank you for supporting Be a Sweetheart and our local food security partner as we make our community a sweeter place with a Valentine everyone can enjoy.
Unlimited Valentine Making
Feb 11 all-day
Weaverville Library

Get your glitter and glue stick on & share the love! It’s Unlimited Valentine Making at the Weaverville Library February 1st- 14th.  This is a free program is for crafters of all ages- all supplies are provided.  Make as many valentines as your heart desires any time that the library is open.  Please consider making at least one additional valentine to be donated to a local Meals on Wheels recipient.

Huge thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this super special fun time & to Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County for all they do!

Valentine’s Day Take-Home Dinner Preorders
Feb 11 all-day
Red Fiddle Vittles

A special prix fixe dinner for two is now available for preorder online until Feb. 12 or while supplies last. Pickup is 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 14. Orders will be picked up chilled with complete reheating instructions included. The meal features lobster bisque with creme fraiche and brown butter croutons, port wine-braised beef short ribs, truffle risotto, dark chocolate lava cake with blueberry-lavender whipped cream.

Dear Valentine: A Love Letter Writing Workshop
Feb 11 @ 2:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Story Parlor

Led by certified Inward & Artward Creative Facilitator, Tikva Kingrea, this pre-Valentine’s Day workshop offers space to connect + craft a love letter from the heart. We’ll talk about the history and styles of love letters complete with examples, what elements go into writing a love letter, how to find and capture meaningful moments, and provide the needed materials to complete a written letter.
For partners and individuals alike, this workshop is designed for everyone looking for a shared meaningful experience to tap into a more intentional way of connection and expression. From die-hard romantics, to self-love-devotees, to “Galentines” enthusiasts, to folks where the “L” word needs a little TLC — there’s something for everyone — whether you’re looking to write a love letter to yourself, your longtime beloved, your cat, or a ghost who won’t let up their haunt in your heart, join us!

Participants will walk away with:
– creative ways of thinking about letter-writing-
a wax-sealed envelope and letter
– meaningful connection exercises
– a shared experience
– snacks

Downtown Asheville Valentine’s Day Treasure Hunt – Walking Scavenger Hunt!
Feb 11 @ 2:00 pm
Dssolvr

Guests will meet at Dssolvr Asheville (63 N. Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow Valentine’s Day themed clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize!

The hunt involves walking a distance of up to 2.0 miles in total and will take place rain or shine, so long as the weather does not become dangerous. The hunt typically takes about 60 minutes to complete.

Children under 10 years old are welcome to participate for free with the purchase of an Adult ticket.

Valentine’s Chocolate and Wine Pairing
Feb 11 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Atelier Maison & Co.

Indulge in an intimate Chocolate & Wine Tasting hosted by Celeste King. Join us on Feb 10, 4-6 pm, at Atelier Maison & Co. Limited tickets at $28. Experience curated flavors from award-winning Chocolatiers – The Chocolate Fetish and Van’s Chocolates. Reserve your spot for a delightful Valentine’s weekend start!

Monday, February 12, 2024
Unlimited Valentine Making
Feb 12 all-day
Weaverville Library

Get your glitter and glue stick on & share the love! It’s Unlimited Valentine Making at the Weaverville Library February 1st- 14th.  This is a free program is for crafters of all ages- all supplies are provided.  Make as many valentines as your heart desires any time that the library is open.  Please consider making at least one additional valentine to be donated to a local Meals on Wheels recipient.

Huge thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this super special fun time & to Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County for all they do!

Valentine’s Day Take-Home Dinner Preorders
Feb 12 all-day
Red Fiddle Vittles

A special prix fixe dinner for two is now available for preorder online until Feb. 12 or while supplies last. Pickup is 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 14. Orders will be picked up chilled with complete reheating instructions included. The meal features lobster bisque with creme fraiche and brown butter croutons, port wine-braised beef short ribs, truffle risotto, dark chocolate lava cake with blueberry-lavender whipped cream.

Chocolate Tasting
Feb 12 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Atelier Maison & Co.

Indulge your senses in a divine celebration of love with Baxley Chocolates, straight from the heart of Sylva, NC! Join us on February 12th from 1-3 at our enchanting Cashiers furniture studio for an exquisite Pre-Valentine’s Day affair.

Prepare to be swept away as Baxley Chocolates unveils their assortment of truffles, meticulously crafted to elevate the essence of romance. Immerse yourself in the world of chocolate artistry as you savor a handpicked 4-pack of these delectable creations. Each truffle comes with an enchanting story, unraveling the fascinating process behind its creation and revealing the unique qualities that make it an irresistible masterpiece.

Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Free Acupuncture Sessions
Feb 13 all-day
YWCA of Asheville

Thanks to YWCA member Megan Smith, we are partnering with Affordable Acupuncture Asheville to offer a great benefit to our YWCA community. We will offer free 10 minute ear acupuncture sessions Tuesday evenings in February. Megan, one of the co-owners of Affordable Acupuncture Asheville, will be the main facilitator of these sessions. Sessions will be free to both members and non-members. Pre-registration is not required; just come in and sign up for a 10 minute time slot the day-of. The sign up sheet will be in the fitness studio, and sessions are first-come first-serve.

Unlimited Valentine Making
Feb 13 all-day
Weaverville Library

Get your glitter and glue stick on & share the love! It’s Unlimited Valentine Making at the Weaverville Library February 1st- 14th.  This is a free program is for crafters of all ages- all supplies are provided.  Make as many valentines as your heart desires any time that the library is open.  Please consider making at least one additional valentine to be donated to a local Meals on Wheels recipient.

Huge thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this super special fun time & to Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County for all they do!

Comedy at Catawba: Mary Mack (A special pre-Valentine’s Day show)
Feb 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Mary Mack with Tim Harmston for a special pre-Valentine’s Day show!!

A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin (with a severe cheese dependency), comedian Mary Mack is a favorite on radio shows and podcasts around the country including, Marc Maron’s WTF Podcast, The Bob and Tom Show, and The Grand Ole Opry. Currently, she stars as Jesse in the Hulu cartoon Solar Opposites by the creators of Rick and Morty. Other television credits include TBS’ Conan, Adult Swim’s Aqua Teen Hunger Force, and NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Last Call with Carson Daly, and The Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon. She’s appeared in Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival, HBO’s Andy Kaufman Awards, San Francisco’s Sketchfest, and the Dry Bar comedy series. When not touring, Mary spends way too much time and money working on her vintage camper in the woods of Northern Wisconsin. To see where Mack will be next or to browse her comedy albums, please visit www.marymackcomedy.com.

featuring Tim Harmston

ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

Tickets
$18 advance, $23 day of
$25 premium seating (guaranteed table seating in the front three rows)

Fat Tuesday Fiesta ft Tuxedo Junction
Feb 13 @ 7:00 pm
The Grey Eagle
Doors Open: 6:00 PM
-ALL AGES
-MIXED SEATED and STANDING SHOW with DANCE FLOOR

TUXEDO JUNCTION

Calling all music lovers, dancers, and supporters of a worthy cause! Celebrate Mardi Gras during a singular evening benefitting the Asheville Breakfast Rotary Foundation! Tuxedo Junction covers a HUGE variety of danceable hits from Swing Jazz to Classic Rock, Pop, Funk, Motown, Beach, Country, and Rockabilly! All proceeds go back into the community for charitable organizations and scholarships.

Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Unlimited Valentine Making
Feb 14 all-day
Weaverville Library

Get your glitter and glue stick on & share the love! It’s Unlimited Valentine Making at the Weaverville Library February 1st- 14th.  This is a free program is for crafters of all ages- all supplies are provided.  Make as many valentines as your heart desires any time that the library is open.  Please consider making at least one additional valentine to be donated to a local Meals on Wheels recipient.

Huge thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this super special fun time & to Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County for all they do!

Valentine’s Dinner
Feb 14 @ 5:00 pm
The Silo Cookhouse

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic dinner at Silo Cookhouse. Enjoy a
special Valentine’s themed menu prepared with love by their talented chefs. Indulge in delectable dishes and savor the intimate
ambiance of the cozy restaurant. Surprise your loved one with a memorable dining experience at Silo Cookhouse. Located at The
Horse Shoe Farm.

Downtown Asheville Valentine’s Day Treasure Hunt – Walking Scavenger Hunt!
Feb 14 @ 6:00 pm
Dssolvr
Valentines Day Cabaret
Feb 14 @ 7:30 pm
HART Theatre
Directed by Candice Dickinson & Kelly Jackson
Fangmeyer Theatre

Join Candice Dickinson and a bevy of incredible HART couples for our 2nd annual Valentine’s Day Cabaret! Enjoy intimate cabaret table seating with wine by the bottle and desserts for sale. Snuggle up to your valentines date as you enjoy some of the regions most talented singers serenading you.

Rated PG-13, mild language and suggestive content

Blind Date Live!
Feb 14 @ 8:00 pm
Doors Open: 6:30 PM

– AGES 18+
– SEATED SHOW
– 7PM MIXER, 8PM SHOW

We’re back for more Blind Date Live — Asheville’s only live dating show!

It’s that time of year again… the holiday season is flying by, and Single’s Awareness Day is almost upon us! Fear not, sexy Asheville singles! At Blind Date Live, we provide a fun and effective alternative to #applife. Join us for our Valentine’s Day Edition!

But hey, our show isn’t just about helping real locals find love in front of a live audience. We are dedicated to helping existing romantic bonds grow even more robust by offering a unique Valentine’s Day date night idea. Cancel those hard-to-get Applebee’s reservations, and bring you and your sweetie(s) to the Grey Eagle on February 14th. As always, our local sponsors will make the night more memorable with giveaways and goodies PLUS we will surely have more delights up our sleeves!

Get your tickets while you can!

Thursday, February 15, 2024
Andrea Bocelli: 2024 Valentine’s Tour with Greenville Symphony Orchestra
Feb 15 @ 8:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Bon Secours Wellness Arena is pleased to announce that we will host iconic Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli February 15, 2024 as part of an eleven show tour hitting major cities across the U.S. and Canada. The show will honor Valentine’s Day and mark Bocelli’s first time performing in South CarolinaGreenville Symphony Orchestra will accompany Bocelli for the performance conducted by Maestro Steven Mercurio.

 

2024 officially marks 30 years of Andrea Bocelli’s iconic career as well as his 65th birthday. As one of the most recognizable voices in the entertainment industry and revered by fans internationally, Andrea Bocelli has sold 90 million records worldwide. In addition to his sold-out arena-sized concert events and record-breaking live-streams, Bocelli has shared his talents at many major events including the Olympic Games, the World Cup, and Global Citizen. He has earned a Golden Globe, seven Classical BRITs and seven World Music Awards, plus a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

 

The tour will feature performances from Bocelli’s beloved repertoire, including music to celebrate Valentine’s in February. All newly announced dates will feature selections from his uplifting solo album Believeas well as a selection of arias, his beloved crossover hits, and famed love songs.

Friday, February 16, 2024
Thai, Tantra, + Tea – The Perfect Valentine’s Activity for Couples
Feb 16 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Horse Shoe Farm 

Immerse yourself in a heart-opening journey from
the start with a Bobinsana tea ceremony. This master plant teacher from the Amazon sets the tone for an evening filled with
loving-kindness. Step into a world of healing and connection with a special partnered event. This workshop will be facilitated by
one of their talented Massage Therapists at The Stable Spa, Nicole Lilly.

Saturday, February 17, 2024
Self Defense Training
Feb 17 @ 10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Reuter Family YMCA in Biltmore Park

Join us for this monthly workshop in which you will learn self-defense! The class will be structured so that people of all ages and abilities can learn self-defense techniques that will help build skills to keep you safer.

This event is free and open to everyone

Pilates
Feb 17 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Pack Memorial Library

Join Alexis from Cisco Pilates Asheville for a free Pilates mat class! The class is beginner friendly. This will be offered in-person at Pack Library or from the comfort of your own home. You choose!

To register for these classes, please go to: www.ciscopilates.com…

These classes are offered to the public free of charge.

We will have some yoga mats on hand for the in-person participants, but feel free to bring your own equipment and water bottle!

If you have any questions, please call Jen at 828-250-4700 or email [email protected].

Zoe + Cloyd’s Valentine’s Concert
Feb 17 @ 7:00 pm
Black Mountain Center for the Arts

The innovative “klezgrass” music of Zoe & Cloyd springs from the rich traditions and complementary styles of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Miller. Descending from a lineage of klezmer and jazz musicians, Natalya trained classically in her home state of Massachusetts before moving south in 2004. John, a twelfth generation North Carolinian and grandson of pioneering bluegrass fiddler, Jim Shumate, is a 1st place winner of the prestigious Chris Austin Songwriting Contest and the Hazel Dickens Songwriting Contest. Based in Asheville, NC, Zoe & Cloyd delight audiences with soaring harmonies and heartfelt songwriting, seamlessly combining original bluegrass, klezmer, old-time and folk with sincerity and zeal.

In 2023, Zoe & Cloyd released their fifth studio album on Organic Records, entitled Songs of Our Grandfathers. The project is an homage to their respective bluegrass and klezmer roots and has been enthusiastically received with feature articles in Bluegrass UnlimitedNo Depression and the Bluegrass Situation. Also in 2023, Zoe & Cloyd performed at numerous events including Bluegrass Omagh in Northern Ireland, the Earl Scruggs Music Festival, the NC Folk Festival, and will host A Swannanoa Solstice at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in Asheville.

Zoe & Cloyd will be joined at the BMCA by bassist and long-time collaborator, Kevin Kehrberg. Kevin is an award-winning bassist who has performed jazz and traditional music styles all over the world from Indonesia to Kyrgyzstan, Japan and beyond. His recent collaborative recording for Bluegrass at the Crossroads won IBMA 2021 Instrumental Recording of the Year. Kevin has taught many workshops and clinics in addition to being a professor of music at Warren Wilson College, where he maintains an active bass studio and teaches various courses in music and culture.

Doors open at 6:30pm. Seating is general admission. Online ticket sales end one hour prior to showtime. If the show has not sold out, tickets may still be available for purchase in the office after online sales have ended. Call 828-669-0930 for availability.

Sunday, February 18, 2024
Frostbite 5k, 10k + 1 Mile
Feb 18 @ 1:45 pm
Lelia Patterson Center

Want to avoid the winter blues? Get motivated with the 32nd Annual Frostbite Races presented by Hunter Subaru!

Join the largest winter footrace in Henderson County for a fun-filled afternoon of running and family-friendly activities. Choose from a 10K, 5K run/walk, or a flat and fast 1-mile un-timed Fun Run – perfect for runners of all ages and abilities. Join us at the Lelia Patterson Center in Fletcher, NC for a day of fitness, fun, and frosty festivities. Register now and gear up for the coolest race of the year!

FROSTBITE RACES – 10K, 5K + 1-Mile Fun Run
Feb 18 @ 1:45 pm
Lelia Patterson Center

Presented by Hunter Subaru


An Exhilarating Winter Tradition that Elevates Personal Wellness


February 18, 2024

For over 31 years, the Frostbite Races have motivated runners and walkers to stay active throughout the colder winter months. Participants brave the chilly temperatures to compete in a series of races, including a challenging 10K, a scenic 5K, or 1-mile fun run. Flurry the Penguin is always encouraging runners and walkers with high fives. The Family Fun Day and Wellness Expo add to the excitement with local vendors, wellness services, live music, and kid’s activities. The Frostbite Races have become a beloved tradition in Fletcher, NC, bringing the community together for a day of fitness and fun.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Free Acupuncture Sessions
Feb 20 all-day
YWCA of Asheville

Thanks to YWCA member Megan Smith, we are partnering with Affordable Acupuncture Asheville to offer a great benefit to our YWCA community. We will offer free 10 minute ear acupuncture sessions Tuesday evenings in February. Megan, one of the co-owners of Affordable Acupuncture Asheville, will be the main facilitator of these sessions. Sessions will be free to both members and non-members. Pre-registration is not required; just come in and sign up for a 10 minute time slot the day-of. The sign up sheet will be in the fitness studio, and sessions are first-come first-serve.

Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Battle of the Badges Blood Drive
Feb 21 @ 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
First Baptist Church

Did you know that just one blood donation can help save up to three lives? The American Red Cross is currently experiencing an emergency blood shortage and reports the nation is facing the lowest number of blood donations in 20 years. If you would like to help, you can donate blood at the upcoming 14th Annual Battle of the Badges, a friendly competition between Buncombe County and Asheville first responders.

Last year, Battle of the Badges was able to collect a total of 160 units of blood that helped change the lives of patients in need. Help us match or exceed that goal during this year’s blood drive.

  • Battle of the Badges Blood Drive 2024
  • Wednesday, Feb. 21
  • 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
  • First Baptist Church, 5 Oak St., in Asheville

You can schedule an appointment at   RedCrossBlood.org and enter “avlbattleofbadges” or call 800-RED-CROSS