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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Bring yourself back to the realm of the Groovin’
https://www.facebook.com/events/1529387980540905/
This year, Eliada will maintain some beloved attractions including the tractor ride, which now drives all the way around the Corn Maze, jumping pillow, corn kernel sand box, spider web climber, tube slides, and corn cannons.
Tuesday – Thursday: 9am-3pm
Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday: 10am- 8pm
Sunday: 10am-6pm
Come dance to some rock and roll with The Dirty Dutch Trio and The Egg Eaters!
Every Wild Turkey and Epsolon consumed sends 2 dollars to service industry professionals in Wilmington who were affected by the hurricane thanks to an agreement between the Burger Bar and their distributor. Gobble gobble!
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A night of dark seduction, decadence & dancing. We’ll be spinning our ususal mix of industrial/deathrock/ebm/darkwave/new wave/retrofuturewave.
Saturday, October 6, 10pm-2am
Featuring DJ Sister Anne of Gloom Room!
w/ DJs Nareau & Grave Rose
The Underground (Back of O’Henry’s) in Asheville, NC
Door $5, 21+
https://www.facebook.com/events/328331027961926/
Join G3MS at Polanco! Asheville’s most versatile DJ is ready with the hottest Latin beats as well as throw backs and current pop and house songs to entertain any crowd! Bring your friends and don’t miss this! Use promo code: G3MS for 10% off dinner before the party!
https://www.facebook.com/events/335720543852376/
Italian-born Valerio D’Ospina, widely considered one of America’s foremost contemporary artists, is the subject of a one-man exhibition at The Haen Gallery in downtown Asheville, NC. The exhibit will run through October 15.
Since July 2009, D’Ospina has been established in the US where he lives and works in Philadelphia. He is ranked by both national and international distinguished art magazines as one of the most significant painters of cityscapes and industrial scenarios in America. “Valerio D’Ospina: Patina of Energy” will open with more that than a dozen paintings that capture the pulse of the city, the energy of industry, and the patina of metropolitan life.
The Biltmore Estate has been planning the largest exhibition in its historic gardens for almost a decade. And finally, last week, Chihuly at Biltmore opened with a mega installation of glass sculptures from the famous artist Dale Chihuly. Tens of thousands of glass pieces from all around the world reside in 14 locations around the Estate (which is the very first large-scale N.C. Chihuly installation).
The exhibition is up from now until Oct. 7th, free admission with a Biltmore day pass (and free for annual pass holders). Chihuly at Nightis a special, ongoing event where the glass sculptures are lit up, plus live music in the gardens + a wine bar. Tickets are $37.50 for kids + range from $65 – 75 for adults ($10 discount for pass holders).
Three new works were blown just for Biltmore, and 6 new compositions were put together.
Open 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. Advance tickets are rquired. It’s safe, scary fun for the whole family! Kids will enjoy the Halloween shows and trick-or-treating. And take a chilling journey into the night on the Ghost Train – if you dare!
The leaves will be turning this October and the pumpkins will be ready to be carved! The PEANUTS gang returns to the GSMR Pumpkin Patch this October. Ready for some family fun? PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express returns to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad for 2018! The excursions, which are themed after Charles M. Schulz’s classic story “It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” will be departing from the Bryson City Depot in October of 2018!
25 years ago, Flat Rock Playhouse debuted an exciting new program, Project Playhouse, with specially priced matinees for local students as well as regular evening performances for our patrons. The play was Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie, a drama of great tenderness, charm and beauty and one of the most famous plays of the modern theatre.
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731
Reclaimed Creations is a unique sculpture exhibit created by renowned artist Sayaka Ganz. Utilizing reclaimed plastic objects, such as discarded utensils, Ganz creates amazing sculptures that visually appear unified at a distance, but are in fact separated when examined up close. Described as using a “3D impressionistic” style, Ganz’s exhibit includes installations of animals in motion, which are in rich in color and energy, to create an illusion of form.
About the Artist
Born in Yokohama, Japan, Sayaka Ganz grew up living in Japan, Brazil and Hong Kong. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. A lecturer and teacher, Ganz’s work has been displayed at various institutions around the globe, including the Hermann Geiger Foundation in Cecina, Italy, the Isle Gallery in Isle of Man, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California.
My work is about perceiving harmony, even in situations that appear chaotic from the inside. When observing my sculptures up close, one might see gaps, holes and items being held on only by small points; step away, however, and the sculptures reveal the harmony created when the objects are aligned to the same general (but not identical) direction. Similarly, it is important to gain perspective by stepping back from current problems and look at the larger picture. Then one can perceive the beauty and patterns that exist.”
Go to Biltmore.com for tickets and information:
http://www.biltmore.com/events/chihuly-at-biltmore-daytime-1
https://www.facebook.com/events/911480602361323/
Spend some quality time with your family Sundays @ 9AM
Adults $25, 4-12 years old $15, 3 and younger FREE!
Reserve your spaces at www.ashevillesaltcave.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/246348232647533/
All things grown and made locally! Choose from a selection of handcrafted specialty foods and bi-products being produced, grown or created by neighbors and friends. Enjoy gift shopping knowing you are supporting small local producers and creators of artisan products. It’s all local and it’s all here at the Depot!
FREE! Maple Street in Downtown Hendersonville
https://www.facebook.com/events/1015078081974837/
woo hoo! It’s the launch of the new, expanded 2 studio schedule at Studio Zahiya
Registration for all classes up at www.studiozahiya.com
MONDAY
8am Bootcamp with Thomaal Conyers
Noon Bootcamp with Thomaal Conyers
12:30pm Barre Fitness with Kate Collins
5pm Bootcamp with Thomaal Conyers
5pm Bellydance 101 with Lisa Zahiya
6pm Cardio Dance with Marissa Hilley
6pm Bellydance Troupe Raqs Cobalt with Lisa Zahiya
7pm Bellydance Troupe Raqs Sapphire with Lisa Zahiya
7pm Tap 1 with Amanda Hoyte
8pm Tap 2 with Amanda Hoyte
8pm Level 4 Bellydance with Lisa Zahiya
TUESDAY
9am Cardio Dance with Lisa Zahiya
4pm Kids’ Modern Dance with Elizabeth Raphaelson
5pm Hip Hop Bellydance Fusion with Lisa Zahiya
6:00pm Pound Fit 30 min with Shannon Nickerson
6pm Bellydance 1 with Lisa Zahiya
7pm Bellydance 2 with Lisa Zahiya
8pm Bellydance 3 with Lisa Zahiya
WEDNESDAY
8am Bootcamp with Thomaal Conyers
Noon Bootcamp with Thomaal Conyers
5:15 Hula Kids with Haunani Orsillo
5:15 Flamenco Kids with Marisa Blake
6pm Hula with Haunani Orsillo
6pm Flamenco with Marisa Blake
7pm Hula with Haunani Orsillo
7pm Tribal Fusion with Violet Julia Clear Hays
8pm Tribal Fusion with Violet Julia Clear Hays
THURSDAY
9am Cardio Dance with Marissa Hilley
4pm Kids Hip Hop with Lisa Zahiya
5pm Teen Hip Hop with Lisa Zahiya
5pm Bellydance Drills with Emily Nowels
6pm Cardio Dance with Marissa Hilley
6pm Adult Release Technique with Elizabeth Raphaelson
7pm West Coast Swing with Rachel Harris
7pm Samba with Vivie Bernard
FRIDAY
8am Bootcamp Thomaal Conyers
Noon Bootcamp Thomaal Conyers
Noon Pilates with Elizabeth Raphaelson
SATURDAY
930am Cardio Dance with Lisa Zahiya
10:45am Bellydance Fitness with Emily Nowels
SUNDAY
4pm Gentle Yoga with Taisirasaurus Rex
5pm Expressive Arts with Taisirasaurus Rex
https://www.facebook.com/events/273175660160552/?event_time_id=273175750160543
Bring your pet to Jubilee for a blessing!
https://www.facebook.com/events/898170583722449/
Show runs through November 7
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am – 4pm
This beautiful exhibit celebrates the works of photographer Lauren Rutten and quilter Kari Morton. What these two artists share in common are a partnership in the five-woman, artist-owned Flow Gallery in historic downtown Marshall, and a deep love of Madison County, their newly chosen home.
In 2015, Lauren and her husband Andy, traveled the US for one year searching for a home. “From the very moment I arrived in Marshall while on this journey, I had a sense of having dreamt of this place since childhood – I knew this was where I wanted to be.
I have found that my life here is not confined within four walls, so I’m very interested in reflections, when the light shines through a structure, or a barn begins to dilapidate so the outside and inside merge.
Marshall finds itself in a season of change. Many families who are moving here to homestead live alongside families who have farmed here for generations. This collection hopes to show the range of those who have come to call Marshall home, as well as the hard reality of homesteading and its immense beauty, which are in direct relationship with each other here. In this land I dig my hands in the earth and muddy my feet on the ground, while at the same time experiencing the transcendence of being and connecting to so much beyond my body. I hope those who view these photos might experience this too.”
Kari and her husband, Mike, moved to Madison County in 2012, after having lived a fairly nomadic life. They decided Madison County was the place to put down roots and call home.
“This collection is inspired by my immediate world, the things I live with and the things I see – the garden in my front yard, the chickens in the back yard, the buildings in downtown Marshall, where I spend many hours working at Flow and serving as a guardian ad litem in the county courthouse. Each of my pieces tell a story of connection, to my community, to my world. I love sharing this part of myself with others.”
Flow Gallery is located on Main Street in the historic, picturesque town of Marshall, which lies along the French Broad River, just 25 minutes north of Asheville, NC. The gallery is in its 8th year of business and showcases the work of over 65 talented, regional artists.
Come out and enjoy artisans and entertainment at the 9th Annual Cashiers Leaf Festival!
Held each year as the leaves begin to change in this beautiful mountain village nestled at 3,487 feet in elevation, this free event has grown tremendously since its inception in 2009.
Visitors will find unique handcrafted wood, pottery, jewelry and much more on display and available for purchase throughout the weekend. There will be plenty of food and drinks available in both parking lots behind the two stages of the park, which will be filled with live music throughout the weekend. We will see you there!
https://www.facebook.com/events/132703704241781/
When reflecting on the current state of the environment, it seems that we have entered into times of seismic sorrows. Carbon emissions, water pollution, fracking, and changing climate patterns all point to a troubling reality with serious consequences for human and non-human populations. Through weavings, installations, sculpture, and print, artists Rena Detrixhe and Tali Weinberg (Tulsa, OK) explore the complex relationship between humans and the planet, offering insights, expressing grief, and creating space for resilience and change.
In Time of Seismic Sorrows is curated by Marilyn Zapf and organized by the Center for Craft. The Center for Craft is supported in part by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
One Festival. Three Days. A World of Stories!
Mark your calendars for the 46th National Storytelling Festival. Unplug from your devices and gather under the tent tops in Historic Jonesborough for a magical celebration with some of the world’s best storytellers.
The National Storytelling Festival appreciates the generous support of all its sponsors, Alliance for Peacebuilding, Carmen Agra Deedy, Carnegie Hotel, Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa, Dunkin’ Donuts (www.tridonuts.com), Foster Signs, Holston Distributing, Mauk’s of Jonesborough, National Endowment for the Arts, Niswonger Foundation, One Stop Wines & Spirits, Poetry Out Loud, and The Tennessee Arts Commission.
https://www.facebook.com/events/194087944710393/
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Tired after the heavy Pisgah course? Rest up because you don’t want to miss the Finale’ at Oskar Blues REEB Ranch. Great way to blow out the pipes one last time before NCCX kicks off.
Registration is up and running through pre-reg.com.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1851684354879651/
Drop off your child on Sunday mornings from 10:30 to 11:30 to join Miss Emma as she guides them in a playful yoga practice and visual arts project at Roots + Wings School of Art and Designs + Wings School of Art & Design.
*Ages 3 and up
*Sliding scale $10-$20
This playful practice helps children increase mind and body awareness, strength, flexibility, focus and creativity.
Miss Emma has over 10 years of experience teaching children in a variety of settings. She holds an NC Teaching License in Elementary Education and a 250hr Yoga Teacher Certification. She is excited to bring her knowledge, experience and creativity to the community!
* Doors open at 10:30 ??
*Please check Facebook Page for Schedule Changes or email at [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/events/274805260011158/
Join us for A Celebration of Hazy & Hoppy Beer!
Featuring a selection of Hazy & Juicy IPAs from 28 breweries in our taproom and outdoor festival biergarten.
Check out our featured beers and musical line-up at our event website: https://spark.adobe.com/page/q96u00EuqWi3W/
Chef Josh Dillard will be offering a special festival menu including a whole pig roast and frankfurters.
Entry is $15 and includes a day full of live music, specialty tasting glass, your first two 8oz. beer tokens, and access to all the haze & hops.
https://www.facebook.com/events/304144777011681/
SIP & SPARKLE Time! Come get your Fairy Hair while enjoying some tasty crafted brews at Bhramari Brewing’s Above the Clouds Festival! Sign up for your Fairy Hair session below! Please also know that Entry is $15 and includes a day full of live music, specialty tasting glass, your first two 8oz. beer tokens, and access to all the haze & hops.
https://www.facebook.com/events/305639460224649/
Chihuly at Biltmore represents the first art exhibition in Biltmore’s historic gardens, and the first garden exhibition of Dale Chihuly’s works in North Carolina. The world-renowned American artist’s work is included in more than 200 museum collections worldwide, and now, for a limited time only, they can be seen at Biltmore.
We invite you to immerse yourself in this unique visual experience, an absolute must-see presentation of unparalleled artistic expression.
Dazzling in daylight, the exhibition takes on an entirely new dimension when viewed after nightfall; experience the brilliance and beauty of these awe-inspiring marvels of color, form, and light.
Jazz guitarist Mark Guest and vocalist Mary Pearson delight us with light live jazz during Blunch on Sundays at Jargon. Reservations recommended.
https://www.facebook.com/events/659991494394091/
Each Tuesday and Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m., April through October, trained volunteer guides lead small groups of participants along woodland trails and through a variety of forest types. Depending on the season, topics of discussion include wildflowers, plant and tree identification, natural history, and the cultural and land use history of The North Carolina Arboretum. Guides may include areas such as the Natural Garden Trail and Bent Creek.
Programs are held rain or shine and participants should dress appropriately for the weather. Individuals should also wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Walks last 1.5- 2.5 hours, depending upon the interest of the group, and are approximately one to two miles in length. Due to length and content, this program is not recommended for children under 8 years of age.
Walks begin in the Baker Exhibit Center Lobby and space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Groups of five or more are required to pre-register by calling 828-665-2492. Walks are FREE, however, donations to The North Carolina Arboretum Society are appreciated. Regular parking fees apply. Arboretum Society Members always park free.
Due to size limitations of the tours, groups of 10 or more are required to book a private guided trail tour.
This Sunday, Dana Maria will host a Gentle Flow Yoga class (All Levels) at One World West.
This gentle practice is a flow class that stays close to the mat and offers nurturing, kindness, and compassion for the body and the mind. It is designed to be accessible for all levels and is perfect for students who are looking for a more gentle experience.
This class is for those who are new to yoga or those who need a change of pace, yet still, have the option to take it to the next level.
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Support Woof Meow Rescue! Get Tattoed!
All designs are $50 and under and 100% of Jeery’s proceeds will go directly towards helping the pets in our care! So come on out and show your support, the pets in our care will greatly benefit from your generosity! Plus, these designs are pretty freaking cool, right??
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