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, April 11, 2025
MJ: The Illusion: Reliving the King of Pop
Apr 11 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

A one-of-a-kind music concert that will take you on a journey through the music, performances, and visuals of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Through this live performance experience, you’ll be immersed in the magic of Michael Jackson’s music, from his breakthrough album “Off the Wall” to his timeless hits like “Thriller” and “Smooth Criminal” and of course “Billie Jean.” You’ll be transported back in time to the golden era of Michael Jackson, with a fully immersive experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

Tell Me Lies- The Fleetwood Mac Experience
Apr 11 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Tell Me Lies – The Fleetwood Mac Experience

Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
$24.60

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
Tell Me Lies showcases the timeless hits of Fleetwood Mac, a band renowned for their exceptional song writing and energetic live performances. The accomplished members of Tell Me Lies have been creating music together in various styles and combinations for many years. It was only natural for them to unite and honor the unmatched legacy of Fleetwood Mac. With an unwavering commitment to authenticity and a deep respect for their craft, Tell Me Lies meticulously recreates the beloved sounds and visuals of one of the world’s most adored best-selling bands.
Ty Segall Solo Acoustic
Apr 11 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel

Mikal Cronin (Solo)

Friday, April 11
Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm

The Orange Peel
Ages 18+

FULLY SEATED SHOW

Saturday, April 12, 2025
MJ: The Illusion: Reliving the King of Pop
Apr 12 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

A one-of-a-kind music concert that will take you on a journey through the music, performances, and visuals of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Through this live performance experience, you’ll be immersed in the magic of Michael Jackson’s music, from his breakthrough album “Off the Wall” to his timeless hits like “Thriller” and “Smooth Criminal” and of course “Billie Jean.” You’ll be transported back in time to the golden era of Michael Jackson, with a fully immersive experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Ticket Prices: $48 / $58 / $68

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

CODA Music Festival 2025
Apr 12 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Pulliam Stadium
The CODA Music Festival 2025 is a benefit for local
artists affected by Hurricane Helene. Our headliner duo is Darin and Brooke
Aldridge, IBMA award winners. The festival will also feature performances
from Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road, Dasher, Lindy Bryson, Jangling Sparrows,
and Grady Schafhauser. If you love Bluegrass, Americana, and Folk style
music, you will love this festival!
CODA is a music festival and concert series the Montreat College Music Business Program hosts each year to expand the local and cultural
opportunities for businesses, artists, and Montreat students. We aim to
celebrate our community, our resilience, and our love for music despite what
we have gone through, and we would love to have you join us!
Rock Academy Mixtape
Apr 12 @ 12:00 pm
Grey Eagle

Grey Eagle Events Presents: Rock Academy Mixtape

Doors: 11am // Show: 12pm
$13.80

-ALL AGES
-LIMITED SEATING (FIRST COME FIRST SERVE) + STANDING ROOM

Rock Academy is a Year-Round Rock Band Performance Program that take our bands out of the classrooms and into Asheville’s music scene. Students learn to perform a wide variety of musical styles and songs of various genres including blues, classic rock, hard rock, punk, surf, americana and more. Our music students grow into skilled musicians and take their band “on the road” to play in front of live audiences at some of the top venues in the area.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
Apr 12 @ 5:30 pm
Asheville Masonic Temple

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay & Imagine Dragons at Asheville Masonic Temple under the gentle glow of candlelight.

General Info
Venue: Asheville Masonic Temple
Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: please contact us for more information on accessibility
View the FAQs for this event here
Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone

Candlelight: Rings and Dragons
Apr 12 @ 7:30 pm – 8:45 pm
Asheville Masonic Temple

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Rings and Dragons at Asheville Masonic Temple under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant

Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here

Judah & the Lion
Apr 12 @ 7:30 pm
The Orange Peel

The Process Tour: Judah & the Lion

Ethan Regan

Show: 7:30pm | Doors: 6:30pm

The Orange Peel
All Ages – under 12 requires venue approval
Asheville Symphony Orchestra Masterworks 6: Fate
Apr 12 @ 8:00 pm
First Baptist Church

Darko Butorac, conductor
Joshua Roman, cello

Artists have always been drawn to the troubling but profound notions of fate, destiny, and inevitability. Verdi’s La forza del destino explores destiny as an irresistible force bringing two lovers together only to wrench them apart through accidental deaths, tragic misunderstandings, and mistaken identities. The Awakening cello concert, composed and performed by Joshua Roman, reflects on a fateful journey from darkness and anger to personal rebirth through the support of others and the affirmation that no one is alone. Our final exploration of inevitability is Tchaikovsky’s relentless Fifth Symphony; suffused with emotional intensity, introspective depth, and undaunted optimism, the work is centered around a single compelling theme, intricately woven through each movement and rumored to be symbolic of the unrelenting call of fate itself.

Verdi: Overture from La forza del destino
Roman: Awakening
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 5

Tan & Sober Gentlemen + Driftwood
Apr 12 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Tan & Sober Gentlemen + Driftwood

Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
$21.71

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
Born and raised in North Carolina, the Tan and Sober Gentlemen began taking the songs, stories, and tunes that make up their beloved state’s musical tradition before they could talk. The music of the Carolinas, (and Appalachia in general) stems from the marriage of the Irish fiddle and the African banjo, which first met in the American South before the Revolution. The Tan and Sober Gentlemen aim to bring these traditions full circle. They play Irish tunes, ballads, and pub songs right next to the Appalachian fiddle tunes of their youth, melding the two into what they call “Irish-American hillbilly music.” Meanwhile, they have earned a reputation as one of the South’s hardest-hitting live acts, playing at blazing tempos, and putting every last bit of energy they possess into the show. The result is a raucous celebration of the Carolinas’ Irish heritage, with drinking, dancing, and merriment galore.
Sunday, April 13, 2025
Country Brunch w/ Vaden Landers
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Country Brunch w/ Vaden Landers

Doors: 10am // Show: 11am

Grey Eagle Music Hall
– FREE SHOW!!!
– ALL AGES
– LIMITED SEATING IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED
Country Brunch at The Grey Eagle – a music series for early birds. Country Brunch showcases a goldmine of local country bands that can usually only be found playing late nights in local and regional venues, and brings them out  into the light of day for lovers of an early matinee show. The series runs monthly with a different band each month.
PATIO: Phuncle Sam
Apr 13 @ 3:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: PATIO: Phuncle Sam

Doors: 2pm // Show: 3pm
$6

 

Grey Eagle Patio Stage
– ALL AGES
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEAsheville’s own Dead-Centric “jam band”. Since their formation in 2004, Phuncle Sam has been firmly rooted in musical exploration. The band serves up inventive interpretations of Jerry Garcia, Grateful Dead, and many others. They have built up a faithful following by using an approach that respects the improvisational traditions of The Grateful Dead, while exploring what can happen when individual band members bring their unique influences and interpretations into the mix.
A Different Thread & The Wilder Flower
Apr 13 @ 4:00 pm
Olivette Riverside Community and Farm

Join us in the beautiful neighborhood of Olivette for an outdoor concert featuring two fantastic folk groups: A Different Thread and The Wilder Flower. $25 – Kids are free!

British-American troubadours A Different Thread create richly emotive tapestry of transatlantic folk. Lead singers Robert Jackson (Midlands, UK) and Alicia Best (North Carolina) first met busking in Ireland. Their chance encounter sparked a musical journey that has spanned over nine years, a dozen countries, and two studio albums— capturing the love of two folk singers chasing their dreams on the road.

The Wilder Flower, featuring Danielle Yother on guitar, Molly Johnson on banjo, and Madeline Dierauf on fiddle, encompasses a fresh take on rural Appalachian music. Together they blend modern influences with their deep roots of old time & bluegrass. Their songs are filled with three-part harmonies, tight instrumental blends, and storytelling.

Naked Giants: Shine Away Tour 2025
Apr 13 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Naked Giants: Shine Away Tour 2025

Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
$17.95

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
When Naked Giants formed in 2014, the Seattle trio—vocalist/guitarist Grant Mullen, bassist/vocalist Gianni Aiello and drummer Henry LaVallee—were all eighteen years old, and full of the reckless, restless energy of youth. A decade on, both they and the world have changed immensely. Shine Away—the band’s third full-length, following on from 2018’s SLUFF and 2020’s The Shadow—is very much an acknowledgement of that. It’s an album that doesn’t just reflect on the personal life and times of the three of them and the world at large, but casts a discerning, self-reflective eye on what it’s like to be in, and be, Naked Giants. It’s the sound of a band coming into, and becoming, themselves. Of course, that’s a never-ending process, but for the first time in their career, Naked Giants are taking stock of their journey—who and what they were, are, and want to be.
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Live Dead & Brothers: An All-Star Celebration of Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers
Apr 15 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Live Dead & Brothers: An All-Star Celebration of Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers

All Ages

Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm

$32.81

Grey Eagle Music Hall

ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY

Prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the golden era of psychedelic blues and the seeds of the ‘jam band’ scene as Live Dead & Brothers takes the stage. Comprised of actual and legacy members from the extended Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers families, this exceptional ensemble is set to revive the timeless magic of the late 1960s and early 1970s, bringing fans an experience like no other.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Being Dead with Seismic Sutra
Apr 16 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Being Dead with Seismic Sutra

Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
$18.45

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
Being Dead — the Austin, TX-based duo consisting of Falcon Bitch and Shmoofy — announces its new album, EELS, out September 27th on Bayonet, lead single/video “Firefighters,” and a fall headline tour. Being Dead’s records are mosaics, technicolor incantations, each song its own self-contained little universe. And while the dreamlike EELS probes further into the depths of the duo Being Dead’s psyche, it is, most importantly, a 16-track record that is genuinely unpredictable from one track to the next. It’s a joyous and unexpected trip helmed by two true-blue freak bitch besties holed up in a lil’ house in the heart of Austin, Texas.
Thursday, April 17, 2025
WNC Debut – Ariella & Nicolaas
Apr 17 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Mars Landing Galleries

Vocalist Ariella McManus and guitarist Nicolaas Kraster define musical versatility. Their performances can bounce from soul, blues, jazz, flamenco, and world music, both within their original tunes and unique interpretations of popular fare. The duo recently moved from Florida to Greenville, S.C., and will make their Western North Carolina debut performance this evening. Ariella & Nicolaas have performed at the Blue Note in New York City and Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh, Scotland, while Ariella has performed with famed producer Fabrice Dupont and legendary bassist Victor Wooten, among many others. Etta James and Amy Winehouse shape Ariella’s vocal style, while Nicolaas cites Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucía and American blues icon Roy Buchanan among his influences. For this performance expect a concert with varied styles and paces, a mix of known favorites peppered with infectious original compositions. This is a seated performance.
Food & Beverages available for purchase before and during event, courtesy of Vaste Rivière Mars Hill.

Glaive
Apr 17 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel

Glaive All profits benefiting ArtsAVL

Jane Remover
ericdoa
Dazegxd

Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm

All Ages – under 12 requires venue approval

Friday, April 18, 2025
Downtown After 5
Apr 18 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Pack Square Park

Join us as we partner with Asheville GreenWorks to kick off spring in full bloom at our first Downtown After 5 of the year! Join us for a night of great music featuring Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast with Dirty French Broads opening the show.

Downtown After 5 is more than just a concert series—it’s a community staple that celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asheville. Each event is free to the public, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and partners, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of between 5,000 to 6,000 attendees. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site alongside a marketplace component where attendees can explore and shop handmade crafts from local makers. Join us at Pack Square Park for these unforgettable evenings of music, community, and celebration.

Kyle Gordon
Apr 18 @ 7:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: EARLY SHOW: Kyle Gordon

Doors: 6pm // Show: 7pm
$31.83 to $42.13

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
FULLY SEATED SHOW
LIMITED QUANTITY OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE
A digital download of Kyle Gordon’s new album (coming Spring 2025) is included with every ticket for this show! You will receive an email with more details about this offer approximately 7 days after your ticket purchase.
Kyle Gordon and his Band present a one-of-a-kind musical comedy experience unlike anything you’ve ever seen before in your entire life ever. Playing all his hit comedy songs, including “The Irish Drinking Song”, “Worst Life Ever”, and “Planet of the Bass”, as well as many never before heard tracks. Wahoo!
The Taylor Party
Apr 18 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel

THE TAYLOR PARTY: TAYLOR SWIFT NIGHT

Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm

The Orange Peel
Ages 18+
Tank and the Bangas
Apr 18 @ 10:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Tank and the Bangas with Elliott Skinner

Doors: 9:30pm // Show: 10pm
$32.81

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
9:30PM DOORS / 10PM SHOW 
Tank and the Bangas explore the most tender and true parts of life’s journey. Unique and with a vibrance that could only come from New Orleans, the lead vocalist, Tank has stretched her vocals over quirky raps, poetry, and rich melodies since the release of their first album, Think Tank in 2013. Four years later, they had a viral breakthrough as the winners of the NPR Tiny Desk Contest — an eclectic performance that has since been praised by musicians like Miguel and Anthony Hamilton and has now amassed over 14 million views on YouTube. Now, Tank and the Bangas arrive with a new 3-part album The Heart, The Mind, and The Soul. With this offering, Tank opens up about the wisdom she’s gained from new beginnings, endings, and in-betweens.
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Asheville Dispensary 420 Block Party!
Apr 19 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Asheville Dispensary

Join us on Saturday, April 19th, for a festive & unforgettable 420 block party! Enjoy fantastic vendors, live music and entertainment, delicious food, amazing in-store deals & discounts throughout the day! Plus, there will be exciting surprises, including a limited number of Golden Tickets that are redeemable on 4/19 or 4/20, and will be hidden inside select flower bags/Prerolls. Customers who find a ticket receive a free gram of their choice on 4/19 or 4/20. And on top of that, there will be a drawing for a Grand Prize Chromebook giveaway!
The Caravan Art Bazaar will transform our space into a hub of creativity, featuring live caricatures. Mo’s Magical Manes will add a touch of sparkle with fairy hair and bang trims, and Wyld Heart & Friends will showcase their unique one-of-a-kind creations.
Chill & relax at the traditional smoke sesh with the Asheville Dispensary crew at 4:20 PM. on our spacious deck & enjoy delicious food from The Royal Vegan Food Truck and Dalaya Thai Cuisine.
Whether you come for the art, the food, or the music, take a moment to kick back, unwind, and connect with the community. We’re offering a full day of uplifting experiences to enhance the vibe for 420 weekend 2025! This is one block party you won’t want to miss. We hope to see you there!
Celebrate with us! 919 Haywood Rd., West Asheville, 12 PM to 8 PM.

La Luz with Color Green
Apr 19 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: La Luz with Color Green

Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm

$25.86

Grey Eagle Music Hall

ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY

“I was in a dream, but now I can see that change is the only law.”

With a credo adapted from science fiction author Octavia E. Butler, an album title from a collection of metaphysical poetry, and an expansion in consciousness brought on by personal crisis, guitarist and songwriter Shana Cleveland learns to embrace a changing world with unconditional love on News of the Universe, the new full-length from California rock band La Luz.

Mountain Music Day
Apr 19 @ 9:19 pm – 10:19 pm
NC Arboretum

Enjoy live music and traditional Appalachian performances by local musicians surrounded by the gardens and beautiful mountain vistas!

Performance Schedule

12:00-1:15 p.m. 5j Barrow
1:45-3:00 p.m. Raphael Graves
3:30-4:45 p.m. Adrianne Blanks & The Oracles
Come meet these Participating Organizations:
Folk Heritage Committee (producers of the legendary Shindig on the Green and the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival).
Food truck by Smasheville.
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Springtime Serenity Sound Bath
Apr 20 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Center or Spiritual Living Asheville

Ready to feel renewed and refreshed this Spring? Join me in relaxing your nervous system with a soothing Sound Bath!

Join your host Kristin Hillegas, for a one-hour Serenity Sound Bath and experience a deeply immersive, full-body sound and vibrational experience. A sound bath can cleanse your soul, restore your balance, surround you with peace and tranquility and stimulate healing.

Note: Please bring a yoga mat/pillow/blanket since you will be lying on the floor. Wear warm, comfortable, and flexible clothing.

The Sound Bath will take place upstairs in the Education Building. Choose your space starting at 12:45 PM, doors close promptly at 1:00 PM.
This service is being offered on a Love Offering basis. Donations allow us to continue to provide these immersive experiences.

Accessible parking is available in the Center for Spiritual Living Asheville upper parking lot. The entrance to the upper parking lot is off of S. Bear Creek Rd between Science of Mind Way and Sand Hill Rd.
There is a boardwalk walk-way from the upper parking lot to the building entrance.

PATIO: Phuncle Sam
Apr 20 @ 3:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: PATIO: Phuncle Sam

Doors: 2pm // Show: 3pm
$6

 

Grey Eagle Patio Stage
– ALL AGES
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEAsheville’s own Dead-Centric “jam band”. Since their formation in 2004, Phuncle Sam has been firmly rooted in musical exploration. The band serves up inventive interpretations of Jerry Garcia, Grateful Dead, and many others. They have built up a faithful following by using an approach that respects the improvisational traditions of The Grateful Dead, while exploring what can happen when individual band members bring their unique influences and interpretations into the mix.
Corridor with Robber Robber
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm
Grey Eagle

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present: Corridor with Robber Robber

Sunday, April 20
Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm
$24.60

Grey Eagle Music Hall
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
You get older, you have a family, and you start to slow down—that’s how things are supposed to go, right? Not for Montreal band Corridor, who have returned on their fourth album Mimi with a sound and style that’s more widescreen and expansive than anything that’s preceded it. The follow-up to 2019’s Junior is a huge step forward for the band, as the members themselves have undergone the type of personal changes that accompany the passage of time; even as these eight songs reflect a newfound and contemplative maturity, however, Corridor are branching out more than ever with music that’s richly detailed, resulting in a record that feels like a fresh break for a band that’s already established themselves as forward-thinkers.
Protoje meets Tippy I (A Dub Experience)
Apr 20 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel

Protoje meets Tippy I (A Dub Experience)

Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm
Ages 18+