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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Friday, July 12, 2019
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Jul 12 – Jul 14 all-day
Tweetsie Railroad

Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo will be appearing at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Extra appearance during Cool Summer Night, Saturday evening at 7 p.m.

Vance Elementary School and Ben & Jerry’s Art Showcase
Jul 12 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ben & Jerry' s Scoop Shop

There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.

Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.

“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”

Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.

Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.

For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.

Hobby Horse
Jul 12 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Hobby horsing is the “safe, fun and affordable way to ride horses”. Riders participating in competitive hobby horsing – a toy consisting of a stick with a model horse head – perform and mimic the movements and technicality of horseback riding in the disciplines of show jumping and dressage, then translate that to their stick horse, where judges will mark and score their rounds. For participants competing in show jumping, courses are set with tricky combinations and patterns, similar to the show jumping competitions seen at TIEC throughout the year. Individuals must register by noon on event day.

Mendelssohn “Italian” Symphony Brevard Music Center
Jul 12 @ 7:30 pm
Brevard Music Center Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium

PERFORMANCE & ARTIST DETAILS
Brevard Music Center Orchestra
Ken Lam, conductor
Vanessa Benelli Mosell, piano

BOULANGER D’un matin du printemps
CHOPIN Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1
MENDELSSOHN Symphony No. 4, “Italian”

Please note: Auditorium seating is reserved.  Lawn seating is general admission.

Ticket holders may attend a free Pre-Concert Talk in Thomas Hall, which begins one hour before the performance.

Saturday, July 13, 2019
July Summer Reading Program Buncombe County
Jul 13 all-day
Various locations

 

Summer Reading Programs continue and July’s library events are full of fun, interesting, and educational opportunities. Check out one of the many book clubs or reading times with our therapy dog. Also, the Early Bird Special: Classics & Casseroles will have you watching classic movies while noshing on potluck items. As for Summer Reading Programs, you can get down with Groovin’ on Grovemont and launch fireworks with the Bottle Rockets! program.

There’s so much going on in July, check out the Summer Reading Programs and July Library Events lists below.

Table: News Item Documents
File Name Size Type Date & Time Added
July Library Events 271 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
July Summer Reading Program 286 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
Odyssey ClayWorks Summer Kids Clay Camp 2019
Jul 13 all-day
Odyssey ClayWorks

Come experience the love of clay with our talented artists at Odyssey ClayWorks! Learn to sculpt, coil, and even get to try your hand at throwing on the potter’s wheel in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.

Concert in the Park
Jul 13 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Cecil Park

We invite you to bring your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy our first of many musical evenings in Biltmore Park Town Square. This Saturday, grab a blanket and join us in Cecil Park, the green space near Hickory Tavern and Brixx Wood Fired Pizza. BoogiTherapi, the All Star Funk Band, will be bringing all the energy and tunes! Come enjoy two full hours of live music, dancing and fun – free for everyone!

Rain or shine! In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved inside Hickory Tavern.

Bulldog Block Party
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Biltmore Park Town Square

UNC Asheville-Bulldog Block Party

Biltmore Park Town Square is excited to partner with the UNC Asheville athletics for a Bulldog Block Party.

The Bulldog Block Party will be held from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. near Regal Biltmore Park Grande Stadium 15 and in Cecil Park, the green space area near Hickory Tavern and Brixx Wood Fired Pizza.

This family friendly morning event will feature a meet and greet with UNC Asheville coaches along with Rocky the Bulldog. There will also be games, prizes and much more!

In addition, UNC Asheville men’s and women’s basketball head coaches Mike Morrell and Brenda Mock Kirkpatrick from 9:30-10:30 a.m. will hold a short youth clinic for all children in attendance.

Cool Summer Nights
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Every Saturday in July the park stays open late, until 9:00 p.m., so you can make more time for family memories. Enjoy evening train and stage shows, rides at dusk, and fun throughout the park.

Vance Elementary School and Ben & Jerry’s Art Showcase
Jul 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ben & Jerry' s Scoop Shop

There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.

Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.

“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”

Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.

Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.

For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.

Hobby Horse
Jul 13 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Hobby horsing is the “safe, fun and affordable way to ride horses”. Riders participating in competitive hobby horsing – a toy consisting of a stick with a model horse head – perform and mimic the movements and technicality of horseback riding in the disciplines of show jumping and dressage, then translate that to their stick horse, where judges will mark and score their rounds. For participants competing in show jumping, courses are set with tricky combinations and patterns, similar to the show jumping competitions seen at TIEC throughout the year. Individuals must register by noon on event day.

Barnes & Noble – LEGO Event: Harry Potter
Jul 13 @ 2:00 pm
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Barnes & Noble – LEGO Event: Harry Potter

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Join Barnes & Noble on Saturday, July 13th at 2 p.m. for a special LEGO event and build a Golden Snitch to take home.

All Wizards and Muggles are welcome, but this event is best enjoyed by ages 8-12. Please note there is a limited number of builds available and signup is required for each attendee.

Summer Cycle at New Belgium
Jul 13 @ 3:00 pm
New Belgium Brewing

Summer Cycle is This Saturday!

HOSTED BY: Asheville on Bikes and the event sponsors.

This free, family-friendly event is open to the public and includes easy-to-follow route options for bike riders of all ages and abilities, followed by a celebration at New Belgium Brewing. Summer Cycle is perfect for the new or returning bike rider to get started and meet new friends to ride with in Asheville. Volunteers needed too!

Pick your Summer Cycle route! 

Summer Cycle ’19 Schedule:

  • 3:00pm – Gather at New Belgium Brewing
  • 3:30pm – Kick off with all-ages balance bike loop, then all rides depart
  • 4:30pm (ish) – Return to New Belgium Brewing for post-ride celebration.

Participants are asked to have their bicycle in good condition and bring a water bottle, lights, and bike bell. Costumes are encouraged, helmets are required!  There is lots more info at AoB’s Facebook page, where you can RSVP and even VOLUNTEER to help make it happen.

Hobby Horse
Jul 13 @ 6:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Hobby horsing is the “safe, fun and affordable way to ride horses”. Riders participating in competitive hobby horsing – a toy consisting of a stick with a model horse head – perform and mimic the movements and technicality of horseback riding in the disciplines of show jumping and dressage, then translate that to their stick horse, where judges will mark and score their rounds. For participants competing in show jumping, courses are set with tricky combinations and patterns, similar to the show jumping competitions seen at TIEC throughout the year. Individuals must register by noon on event day.

Tryon Resort’s “Saturday Night Lights”
Jul 13 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Join us for “Saturday Night Lights,” a family-friendly event at Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, NC, happening every Saturday evening May through October featuring FREE carousel rides, pony rides, bounce house, face painting, entertainers and live music, plus horse show competition. General admission and parking are also free and open to the public. With onsite dining options, concessions, shopping, and lodging, come for the night or for a vacation getaway! Learn more at Tryon.com/SNL.

Phone: 828-863-1000

Email: [email protected]

Free Concert in the Park Biltmore Boogi Therapi
Jul 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cecil Park near Hickory Tavern

We invite you to bring your family, friends and neighbors and enjoy a musical evening in Biltmore Park Town Square.  Grab a blanket and join us in Cecil Park, the green space near Hickory Tavern and Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, for Concerts in the Park.  The annual Concerts in the Park are held once a month, May – September, from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.  Concerts are FREE and open to the public.  Come enjoy two full hours of live music, dancing and fun for the whole family.
***Concerts in the Park will be held rain or shine.  In the event of inclement weather the concert will be moved inside Hickory Tavern***

Copland and Mexico Brevard Music Center
Jul 13 @ 7:30 pm
Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium Brevard Music Center

Cultural historian Joseph Horowitz curates a program focusing on the relationship between Aaron Copland and the dynamic Mexican composer Silvestre Revueltas. A screening of the emotionally searing film Redes is accompanied by a live performance of the original Revueltas score.

PERFORMANCE & ARTIST DETAILS
Brevard Sinfonia
Angel Gil-Ordoñez, conductor
Lorenzo Candelaria, host

COPLAND “Hoe Down” from Rodeo
COPLAND El Salón México
REVUELTAS Sensemayá
REVUELTAS Redes (film with live orchestra)

Please note: Auditorium seating is reserved.  Lawn seating is general admission.

Ticket holders may attend The PreConcert, a free recital in Thomas Hall, which begins one hour before the performance.

Jelly Ellington Live
Jul 13 @ 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Isis Music Hall

Jonathan “Jelly” Ellington is an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter based in Austin, TX by way of the mountains of Asheville, NC. His vocals are smooth and soulful with an edgy guitar style, chiming in elements of raw and expressive blues-based rock n’ roll. Jelly has developed a reputation for exciting and untamed live performances, and has shared the stage and recorded with Grammy Award-winning artists. He has been making his mark on the Austin scene, voted Top 10 “Best Guitarist” in 2018 and 2019 Austin Chronicle Austin Music Awards.

Sunday, July 14, 2019
July Summer Reading Program Buncombe County
Jul 14 all-day
Various locations

 

Summer Reading Programs continue and July’s library events are full of fun, interesting, and educational opportunities. Check out one of the many book clubs or reading times with our therapy dog. Also, the Early Bird Special: Classics & Casseroles will have you watching classic movies while noshing on potluck items. As for Summer Reading Programs, you can get down with Groovin’ on Grovemont and launch fireworks with the Bottle Rockets! program.

There’s so much going on in July, check out the Summer Reading Programs and July Library Events lists below.

Table: News Item Documents
File Name Size Type Date & Time Added
July Library Events 271 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
July Summer Reading Program 286 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
Odyssey ClayWorks Summer Kids Clay Camp 2019
Jul 14 all-day
Odyssey ClayWorks

Come experience the love of clay with our talented artists at Odyssey ClayWorks! Learn to sculpt, coil, and even get to try your hand at throwing on the potter’s wheel in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.

Vance Elementary School and Ben & Jerry’s Art Showcase
Jul 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ben & Jerry' s Scoop Shop

There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.

Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.

“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”

Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.

Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.

For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.

AshevilleFairyHair.com at Whole Foods Market
Jul 14 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Whole Foods Market

Come get your F~A~I~R~Y H~A~I~R sparkles!
REAL Fairy Hair from REAL Fairies!
With FInklepott’s Original Fairy Hair:
You can wash it,
brush it,
comb it,
curl it,
flat iron, (up to 450°!)
color it,
straighten it,
perm it,
blow it dry, get your haircut, etc.
Do whatever you normally do to your hair -but most of all; ENJOY IT!

Sign up here to reserve your spot and for more information:
http://bit.ly/WholeFoods07142019

Hobby Horse
Jul 14 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Hobby horsing is the “safe, fun and affordable way to ride horses”. Riders participating in competitive hobby horsing – a toy consisting of a stick with a model horse head – perform and mimic the movements and technicality of horseback riding in the disciplines of show jumping and dressage, then translate that to their stick horse, where judges will mark and score their rounds. For participants competing in show jumping, courses are set with tricky combinations and patterns, similar to the show jumping competitions seen at TIEC throughout the year. Individuals must register by noon on event day.

Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session
Jul 14 @ 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/

Monday, July 15, 2019
July Summer Reading Program Buncombe County
Jul 15 all-day
Various locations

 

Summer Reading Programs continue and July’s library events are full of fun, interesting, and educational opportunities. Check out one of the many book clubs or reading times with our therapy dog. Also, the Early Bird Special: Classics & Casseroles will have you watching classic movies while noshing on potluck items. As for Summer Reading Programs, you can get down with Groovin’ on Grovemont and launch fireworks with the Bottle Rockets! program.

There’s so much going on in July, check out the Summer Reading Programs and July Library Events lists below.

Table: News Item Documents
File Name Size Type Date & Time Added
July Library Events 271 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
July Summer Reading Program 286 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
Odyssey ClayWorks Summer Kids Clay Camp 2019
Jul 15 all-day
Odyssey ClayWorks

Come experience the love of clay with our talented artists at Odyssey ClayWorks! Learn to sculpt, coil, and even get to try your hand at throwing on the potter’s wheel in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.

Vance Elementary School and Ben & Jerry’s Art Showcase
Jul 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ben & Jerry' s Scoop Shop

There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.

Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.

“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”

Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.

Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.

For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.

Hobby Horse
Jul 15 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Hobby horsing is the “safe, fun and affordable way to ride horses”. Riders participating in competitive hobby horsing – a toy consisting of a stick with a model horse head – perform and mimic the movements and technicality of horseback riding in the disciplines of show jumping and dressage, then translate that to their stick horse, where judges will mark and score their rounds. For participants competing in show jumping, courses are set with tricky combinations and patterns, similar to the show jumping competitions seen at TIEC throughout the year. Individuals must register by noon on event day.

Brevard Music Center Artist Faculty: Carnival of the Animals
Jul 15 @ 7:30 pm
Brevard College

A beloved, humorous, and fantastical suite with 14 movements, each representing a different animal or group of animals. Join us on a musical zoological journey from the royal lion, through waltzing elephants, to the elegant swan.

PERFORMANCE DETAILS
POULENC Trio for Oboe, Bassoon, and Piano
RAVEL Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 2 in G major
DEBUSSY Marche écossaise sur un théme populaire
SAINT-SAENS Carnival of the Animals

Please note: All seating is general admission.

Tuesday, July 16, 2019
July Summer Reading Program Buncombe County
Jul 16 all-day
Various locations

 

Summer Reading Programs continue and July’s library events are full of fun, interesting, and educational opportunities. Check out one of the many book clubs or reading times with our therapy dog. Also, the Early Bird Special: Classics & Casseroles will have you watching classic movies while noshing on potluck items. As for Summer Reading Programs, you can get down with Groovin’ on Grovemont and launch fireworks with the Bottle Rockets! program.

There’s so much going on in July, check out the Summer Reading Programs and July Library Events lists below.

Table: News Item Documents
File Name Size Type Date & Time Added
July Library Events 271 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM
July Summer Reading Program 286 KB 06/26/2019 10:21 AM