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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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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Summer Camp at Nantahala Outdoor Center Registration Open
Feb 28 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Teens at a kayak Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp is a great option for kids ages 9-17 with any skill level to learn and practice on the iconic rivers and lakes of Western North Carolina. Paddlers from beginner to advanced will receive high-quality instruction from our elite team while having fun and making friends.

 

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Feb 28 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Chamber Challenge: Asheville’s Annual 5k Celebrating Workplace Wellness Registration Open
Mar 1 – Feb 28 all-day
online
Grab your colleagues, your friends, even your family, and celebrate workplace wellness in this fun 5k. You might walk every step or sprint to the finish – either way we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register by April 2 for early registration rates, and by April 16 to get your race shirt.

Join us for free trainings starting March 21st

Hosted by the YMCA of Western North Carolina
Tuesdays starting March 21st • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Meet in the Asheville Chamber parking lot top level (36 Montford Ave.)

• Open to everyone: share this info with co-workers or another business and encourage them to join a training.
• All fitness levels welcome: from first-time 5k walkers to active runners who want to improve.

The Chamber Challenge is designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses in the Asheville area. Encourage your co-workers, family and friends to participate. Whether you walk every step or sprint to the finish, we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register for the 2023 Chamber Challenge

Register by April 16th for your free race shirt. After April 16th, limited quantities of shirts may be available for $10.

Registration fee:

$35 – Early Registration until April 2rd

$40 – April 3-30

$45 – Late Registration May 1-5

Summer Camp at Nantahala Outdoor Center Registration Open
Mar 1 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Teens at a kayak Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp is a great option for kids ages 9-17 with any skill level to learn and practice on the iconic rivers and lakes of Western North Carolina. Paddlers from beginner to advanced will receive high-quality instruction from our elite team while having fun and making friends.

 

2023 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament
Mar 1 @ 11:00 am
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The Southeastern Conference has announced a three-year contract with Greenville, S.C. to host the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament in 2023, 2024 and 2025

 

A face value reserved ticket book for the tournament, to be held at Bon Secours Wellness Arena is $130. A ticket book contains seven tickets, one for each session, which allows one person to attend all 13 games. All ticket prices are subject to additional taxes and fees and can be purchased hereSeating for sessions 1-3 is General Admission. Single session tickets, if available, will go on sale in February.

 

DATE

TIME (ET)

MATCHUP

FIRST ROUND: Wed., March 1

 11:00 a.m.

Game 1: Seed #12 vs. Seed #13
Game 2: Seed #11 vs. Seed #14

SECOND ROUND: Thurs., March 2

Noon

Game 3: Seed #8 vs. Seed #9
Game 4: Seed #5 vs. Game 1 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 5: Seed #10 vs. Seed #7
Game 6: Seed #6 vs. Game 2 winner

THIRD ROUND: Fri., March 3

 Noon

Game 7: Seed #1 vs. Game 3 winner
Game 8: Seed #4 vs. Game 4 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 9: Seed #2 vs. Game 5 winner
Game 10: Seed #3 vs. Game 6 winner

SEMIFINALS: Sat., March 4

4:30 p.m.

Game 11: Game 7 winner vs. Game 8 winner
Game 12: Game 9 winner vs. Game 10 winner

FINALS: Sun., March 5

3 p.m.

Game 13: Game 11 winner vs. Game 12 winner

All times EASTERN. The second game in a session will begin 25 minutes following the conclusion of previous game unless otherwise noted.

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Mar 1 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Thursday, March 2, 2023
Chamber Challenge: Asheville’s Annual 5k Celebrating Workplace Wellness Registration Open
Mar 2 – Mar 1 all-day
online
Grab your colleagues, your friends, even your family, and celebrate workplace wellness in this fun 5k. You might walk every step or sprint to the finish – either way we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register by April 2 for early registration rates, and by April 16 to get your race shirt.

Join us for free trainings starting March 21st

Hosted by the YMCA of Western North Carolina
Tuesdays starting March 21st • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Meet in the Asheville Chamber parking lot top level (36 Montford Ave.)

• Open to everyone: share this info with co-workers or another business and encourage them to join a training.
• All fitness levels welcome: from first-time 5k walkers to active runners who want to improve.

The Chamber Challenge is designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses in the Asheville area. Encourage your co-workers, family and friends to participate. Whether you walk every step or sprint to the finish, we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register for the 2023 Chamber Challenge

Register by April 16th for your free race shirt. After April 16th, limited quantities of shirts may be available for $10.

Registration fee:

$35 – Early Registration until April 2rd

$40 – April 3-30

$45 – Late Registration May 1-5

Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships
Mar 2 all-day
Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville

The Madness of March begins in Asheville. The Southern Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships return to Asheville March 2-6, 2023. The SoCon Basketball Championships produce some of the first tickets punched to the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments. Institutions that make up the Southern Conference are The Citadel, East Tennessee State University, Furman University, Mercer University, UNC Greensboro, Samford University, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Virginia Military Institute, Western Carolina University, and Wofford College. The Men’s Championship will consist of 10 teams participating in games from March 3-6. The Women’s Championship will consist of 8 teams participating in games on March 2,3 & 5.

TICKET PRICES:

  • Reserved Tournament Book – $250
  • Courtside Packages (All Sessions – $1,200 or $1,100) 
  • VIP All-Session Package (All Sessions – $350)
  • General Admission Tournament Book – $150
  • Reserved Single Session – $30/$40/$50
  • General Admission Single Session – $20/$25/$30
  • General Admission Youth (3-12)/SoCon Student Single Session – $10/$15
  • Single Session Group Rate (10 or more tickets to a single session) – $15 
Summer Camp at Nantahala Outdoor Center Registration Open
Mar 2 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Teens at a kayak Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp is a great option for kids ages 9-17 with any skill level to learn and practice on the iconic rivers and lakes of Western North Carolina. Paddlers from beginner to advanced will receive high-quality instruction from our elite team while having fun and making friends.

 

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Mar 2 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

2023 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament
Mar 2 @ 12:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The Southeastern Conference has announced a three-year contract with Greenville, S.C. to host the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament in 2023, 2024 and 2025

 

A face value reserved ticket book for the tournament, to be held at Bon Secours Wellness Arena is $130. A ticket book contains seven tickets, one for each session, which allows one person to attend all 13 games. All ticket prices are subject to additional taxes and fees and can be purchased hereSeating for sessions 1-3 is General Admission. Single session tickets, if available, will go on sale in February.

 

DATE

TIME (ET)

MATCHUP

FIRST ROUND: Wed., March 1

 11:00 a.m.

Game 1: Seed #12 vs. Seed #13
Game 2: Seed #11 vs. Seed #14

SECOND ROUND: Thurs., March 2

Noon

Game 3: Seed #8 vs. Seed #9
Game 4: Seed #5 vs. Game 1 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 5: Seed #10 vs. Seed #7
Game 6: Seed #6 vs. Game 2 winner

THIRD ROUND: Fri., March 3

 Noon

Game 7: Seed #1 vs. Game 3 winner
Game 8: Seed #4 vs. Game 4 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 9: Seed #2 vs. Game 5 winner
Game 10: Seed #3 vs. Game 6 winner

SEMIFINALS: Sat., March 4

4:30 p.m.

Game 11: Game 7 winner vs. Game 8 winner
Game 12: Game 9 winner vs. Game 10 winner

FINALS: Sun., March 5

3 p.m.

Game 13: Game 11 winner vs. Game 12 winner

All times EASTERN. The second game in a session will begin 25 minutes following the conclusion of previous game unless otherwise noted.

Friday, March 3, 2023
Beginner Youth Tennis Classes
Mar 3 all-day
Hendersonville Racquet Club

Registration is now open for the next session of youth tennis classes starting March 3rd at Hendersonville Racquet Club.  Kids are put in groups based on age and ability with seven levels available.  The session is six weeks long and is $79 for members or $99 for non-members for one class a week.  Two days a week (12 sessions) is $139/169.

“Our youth tennis program has something for any child who wants to play.  From beginner to high performance player, we put them into situations where they will be challenged and can succeed while having a fun time doing it.” stated HRC Junior Tennis Academy Tennis Pro Cre Still.

The format for this session is having classes once or twice for six weeks. All classes are taught by certified tennis professionals and will be held on HRC’s arena courts.  For more info go to www.hvillerc.com or contact 828-693-0040 or [email protected].

Hendersonville Racquet Club is a six acre complex that includes 6 outdoor tennis courts, 3 arena tennis courts, four racquetball courts, 7 pickleball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, group fitness room and outdoor leisure area by Shaw’s Creek and pond.

SCHEDULE

Age 4-7 (RED) Beginners meet Fridays 4:15-5, Saturdays 12:15-1:00pm, Sunday 3:15-4pm

Age 7-10 (ORANGE) Beginners meet Fri 5-6, Sat 1-2, Sun 4-5

Age 9-15 (GREEN) Beginners meet Fri 6-7, Sat 2-3, Sun 5-6

Age 9-15 (YELLOW) Intermediates meet Sat 2-3, Sun 5-6

HRC Youth Performance Elite (HYPE) Intermediates and Advanced ages 8-18 meet Monday through Thursday 4-7pm

· Classes for all ages and ability!  Open to the public. Call for advanced and tournament/elite class session times.  All classes taught by certified tennis professionals

· Six class (session) package – One day/week – $79 members/$99 for non-members.

· Two days/week $139 /$169.  Drop-In (single) class – $15 for members, $20 for
non-members.  Private lessons may be purchased separately.

Chamber Challenge: Asheville’s Annual 5k Celebrating Workplace Wellness Registration Open
Mar 3 – Mar 2 all-day
online
Grab your colleagues, your friends, even your family, and celebrate workplace wellness in this fun 5k. You might walk every step or sprint to the finish – either way we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register by April 2 for early registration rates, and by April 16 to get your race shirt.

Join us for free trainings starting March 21st

Hosted by the YMCA of Western North Carolina
Tuesdays starting March 21st • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Meet in the Asheville Chamber parking lot top level (36 Montford Ave.)

• Open to everyone: share this info with co-workers or another business and encourage them to join a training.
• All fitness levels welcome: from first-time 5k walkers to active runners who want to improve.

The Chamber Challenge is designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses in the Asheville area. Encourage your co-workers, family and friends to participate. Whether you walk every step or sprint to the finish, we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register for the 2023 Chamber Challenge

Register by April 16th for your free race shirt. After April 16th, limited quantities of shirts may be available for $10.

Registration fee:

$35 – Early Registration until April 2rd

$40 – April 3-30

$45 – Late Registration May 1-5

Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships
Mar 3 all-day
Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville

The Madness of March begins in Asheville. The Southern Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships return to Asheville March 2-6, 2023. The SoCon Basketball Championships produce some of the first tickets punched to the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments. Institutions that make up the Southern Conference are The Citadel, East Tennessee State University, Furman University, Mercer University, UNC Greensboro, Samford University, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Virginia Military Institute, Western Carolina University, and Wofford College. The Men’s Championship will consist of 10 teams participating in games from March 3-6. The Women’s Championship will consist of 8 teams participating in games on March 2,3 & 5.

TICKET PRICES:

  • Reserved Tournament Book – $250
  • Courtside Packages (All Sessions – $1,200 or $1,100) 
  • VIP All-Session Package (All Sessions – $350)
  • General Admission Tournament Book – $150
  • Reserved Single Session – $30/$40/$50
  • General Admission Single Session – $20/$25/$30
  • General Admission Youth (3-12)/SoCon Student Single Session – $10/$15
  • Single Session Group Rate (10 or more tickets to a single session) – $15 
Summer Camp at Nantahala Outdoor Center Registration Open
Mar 3 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Teens at a kayak Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp is a great option for kids ages 9-17 with any skill level to learn and practice on the iconic rivers and lakes of Western North Carolina. Paddlers from beginner to advanced will receive high-quality instruction from our elite team while having fun and making friends.

 

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Mar 3 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Tuckasegee River Excursion
Mar 3 @ 11:00 am
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

Join us for a relaxing ride through quiet countryside on your way to small town life in western North Carolina on the Tuckasegee River Excursion. Departing from Bryson City, this 4 hour excursion travels 32 miles round-trip to Dillsboro and back to the Bryson City Depot. Pass by the famous movie set of The Fugitive starring Harrison Ford!

2023 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament
Mar 3 @ 12:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The Southeastern Conference has announced a three-year contract with Greenville, S.C. to host the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament in 2023, 2024 and 2025

 

A face value reserved ticket book for the tournament, to be held at Bon Secours Wellness Arena is $130. A ticket book contains seven tickets, one for each session, which allows one person to attend all 13 games. All ticket prices are subject to additional taxes and fees and can be purchased hereSeating for sessions 1-3 is General Admission. Single session tickets, if available, will go on sale in February.

 

DATE

TIME (ET)

MATCHUP

FIRST ROUND: Wed., March 1

 11:00 a.m.

Game 1: Seed #12 vs. Seed #13
Game 2: Seed #11 vs. Seed #14

SECOND ROUND: Thurs., March 2

Noon

Game 3: Seed #8 vs. Seed #9
Game 4: Seed #5 vs. Game 1 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 5: Seed #10 vs. Seed #7
Game 6: Seed #6 vs. Game 2 winner

THIRD ROUND: Fri., March 3

 Noon

Game 7: Seed #1 vs. Game 3 winner
Game 8: Seed #4 vs. Game 4 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 9: Seed #2 vs. Game 5 winner
Game 10: Seed #3 vs. Game 6 winner

SEMIFINALS: Sat., March 4

4:30 p.m.

Game 11: Game 7 winner vs. Game 8 winner
Game 12: Game 9 winner vs. Game 10 winner

FINALS: Sun., March 5

3 p.m.

Game 13: Game 11 winner vs. Game 12 winner

All times EASTERN. The second game in a session will begin 25 minutes following the conclusion of previous game unless otherwise noted.

Saturday, March 4, 2023
Chamber Challenge: Asheville’s Annual 5k Celebrating Workplace Wellness Registration Open
Mar 4 – Mar 3 all-day
online
Grab your colleagues, your friends, even your family, and celebrate workplace wellness in this fun 5k. You might walk every step or sprint to the finish – either way we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register by April 2 for early registration rates, and by April 16 to get your race shirt.

Join us for free trainings starting March 21st

Hosted by the YMCA of Western North Carolina
Tuesdays starting March 21st • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Meet in the Asheville Chamber parking lot top level (36 Montford Ave.)

• Open to everyone: share this info with co-workers or another business and encourage them to join a training.
• All fitness levels welcome: from first-time 5k walkers to active runners who want to improve.

The Chamber Challenge is designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses in the Asheville area. Encourage your co-workers, family and friends to participate. Whether you walk every step or sprint to the finish, we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register for the 2023 Chamber Challenge

Register by April 16th for your free race shirt. After April 16th, limited quantities of shirts may be available for $10.

Registration fee:

$35 – Early Registration until April 2rd

$40 – April 3-30

$45 – Late Registration May 1-5

Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships
Mar 4 all-day
Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville

The Madness of March begins in Asheville. The Southern Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships return to Asheville March 2-6, 2023. The SoCon Basketball Championships produce some of the first tickets punched to the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments. Institutions that make up the Southern Conference are The Citadel, East Tennessee State University, Furman University, Mercer University, UNC Greensboro, Samford University, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Virginia Military Institute, Western Carolina University, and Wofford College. The Men’s Championship will consist of 10 teams participating in games from March 3-6. The Women’s Championship will consist of 8 teams participating in games on March 2,3 & 5.

TICKET PRICES:

  • Reserved Tournament Book – $250
  • Courtside Packages (All Sessions – $1,200 or $1,100) 
  • VIP All-Session Package (All Sessions – $350)
  • General Admission Tournament Book – $150
  • Reserved Single Session – $30/$40/$50
  • General Admission Single Session – $20/$25/$30
  • General Admission Youth (3-12)/SoCon Student Single Session – $10/$15
  • Single Session Group Rate (10 or more tickets to a single session) – $15 
Summer Camp at Nantahala Outdoor Center Registration Open
Mar 4 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Teens at a kayak Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp is a great option for kids ages 9-17 with any skill level to learn and practice on the iconic rivers and lakes of Western North Carolina. Paddlers from beginner to advanced will receive high-quality instruction from our elite team while having fun and making friends.

 

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Mar 4 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Tuckasegee River Excursion
Mar 4 @ 11:00 am
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

Join us for a relaxing ride through quiet countryside on your way to small town life in western North Carolina on the Tuckasegee River Excursion. Departing from Bryson City, this 4 hour excursion travels 32 miles round-trip to Dillsboro and back to the Bryson City Depot. Pass by the famous movie set of The Fugitive starring Harrison Ford!

Adult Beginner Tennis Classes
Mar 4 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Hendersonville Racquet Club

Hendersonville Racquet Club is offering a four week series of classes for adult beginner tennis players starting March 4th.  Try Tennis is a tennis instruction program for beginners.  The Saturday morning classes are 11:30 am until 1 pm.  The cost is $40 for the four weeks and includes six hours of instruction, a tennis racquet and a Try Tennis t-shirt or towel.  THIS PROGRAM USUALLY SELLS OUT BECAUSE OF LIMITED SPACE AVAILABILITY.

“Try Tennis is a great program we do in partnership with the NC USTA.  Their help allows new players to get from couch to court in six weeks at half the price it would normally cost…plus they get a t-shirt and racquet! We will teach you the right way to play with certified tennis pros.  This is a great program to get into tennis for adults.” stated HRC Director of Adult Tennis Cre Still.

All classes are taught by certified tennis professionals and will be held on HRC’s indoor tennis courts.  Need more info or have questions…contact us. Limited spaces available so click the button below now!

2023 Community Farm Tour
Mar 4 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
SAHC Community Farm

Distance: 3 miles

Difficulty: Moderate. Several steep inclines are present on the trail.

Cost: Free for Members. $10 for non-members.

 

Join the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy on our beautiful Community Farm to hike along our Discovery Trail!

Our Community Farm is a 140-acre educational and working farm just outside Asheville. The farm is a continually evolving home for conservation projects and agricultural production. Highlighted by our stream restoration projectshortleaf pine reforestation projectfarm incubator program, and education center, there is always something new to see.

Participants will hike The Discovery Trail in a 3-mile loop allowing us to view all of the amazing farm projects before returning to the parking area. Participants are welcome to bring a packed lunch to enjoy while overlooking the farm and surrounding mountains.

 

Please note that our Community Farm is an active farm not open to the public unless accompanied by SAHC staff. To ensure safety, staff capacity, and a positive experience for everyone involved it is critical that ALL hike participants pre-register for events before visiting the farm. You will receive an email with specific information about where to meet on the farm and other necessary details. If you do not receive this email, as well as a confirmation email following your registration, we do not have you registered for the hike. The majority of this hike is not disability accessible. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

 

2023 SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament
Mar 4 @ 4:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The Southeastern Conference has announced a three-year contract with Greenville, S.C. to host the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament in 2023, 2024 and 2025

 

A face value reserved ticket book for the tournament, to be held at Bon Secours Wellness Arena is $130. A ticket book contains seven tickets, one for each session, which allows one person to attend all 13 games. All ticket prices are subject to additional taxes and fees and can be purchased hereSeating for sessions 1-3 is General Admission. Single session tickets, if available, will go on sale in February.

 

DATE

TIME (ET)

MATCHUP

FIRST ROUND: Wed., March 1

 11:00 a.m.

Game 1: Seed #12 vs. Seed #13
Game 2: Seed #11 vs. Seed #14

SECOND ROUND: Thurs., March 2

Noon

Game 3: Seed #8 vs. Seed #9
Game 4: Seed #5 vs. Game 1 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 5: Seed #10 vs. Seed #7
Game 6: Seed #6 vs. Game 2 winner

THIRD ROUND: Fri., March 3

 Noon

Game 7: Seed #1 vs. Game 3 winner
Game 8: Seed #4 vs. Game 4 winner

6:00 p.m.

Game 9: Seed #2 vs. Game 5 winner
Game 10: Seed #3 vs. Game 6 winner

SEMIFINALS: Sat., March 4

4:30 p.m.

Game 11: Game 7 winner vs. Game 8 winner
Game 12: Game 9 winner vs. Game 10 winner

FINALS: Sun., March 5

3 p.m.

Game 13: Game 11 winner vs. Game 12 winner

All times EASTERN. The second game in a session will begin 25 minutes following the conclusion of previous game unless otherwise noted.

Sunday, March 5, 2023
Chamber Challenge: Asheville’s Annual 5k Celebrating Workplace Wellness Registration Open
Mar 5 – Mar 4 all-day
online
Grab your colleagues, your friends, even your family, and celebrate workplace wellness in this fun 5k. You might walk every step or sprint to the finish – either way we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register by April 2 for early registration rates, and by April 16 to get your race shirt.

Join us for free trainings starting March 21st

Hosted by the YMCA of Western North Carolina
Tuesdays starting March 21st • 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Meet in the Asheville Chamber parking lot top level (36 Montford Ave.)

• Open to everyone: share this info with co-workers or another business and encourage them to join a training.
• All fitness levels welcome: from first-time 5k walkers to active runners who want to improve.

The Chamber Challenge is designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses in the Asheville area. Encourage your co-workers, family and friends to participate. Whether you walk every step or sprint to the finish, we know you’re up to the challenge!

Register for the 2023 Chamber Challenge

Register by April 16th for your free race shirt. After April 16th, limited quantities of shirts may be available for $10.

Registration fee:

$35 – Early Registration until April 2rd

$40 – April 3-30

$45 – Late Registration May 1-5

Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships
Mar 5 all-day
Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville

The Madness of March begins in Asheville. The Southern Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships return to Asheville March 2-6, 2023. The SoCon Basketball Championships produce some of the first tickets punched to the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments. Institutions that make up the Southern Conference are The Citadel, East Tennessee State University, Furman University, Mercer University, UNC Greensboro, Samford University, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Virginia Military Institute, Western Carolina University, and Wofford College. The Men’s Championship will consist of 10 teams participating in games from March 3-6. The Women’s Championship will consist of 8 teams participating in games on March 2,3 & 5.

TICKET PRICES:

  • Reserved Tournament Book – $250
  • Courtside Packages (All Sessions – $1,200 or $1,100) 
  • VIP All-Session Package (All Sessions – $350)
  • General Admission Tournament Book – $150
  • Reserved Single Session – $30/$40/$50
  • General Admission Single Session – $20/$25/$30
  • General Admission Youth (3-12)/SoCon Student Single Session – $10/$15
  • Single Session Group Rate (10 or more tickets to a single session) – $15 
Summer Camp at Nantahala Outdoor Center Registration Open
Mar 5 all-day
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Teens at a kayak Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp is a great option for kids ages 9-17 with any skill level to learn and practice on the iconic rivers and lakes of Western North Carolina. Paddlers from beginner to advanced will receive high-quality instruction from our elite team while having fun and making friends.

 

Blue Ridge Bicycle Club: Weekly B-Pace Ride
Mar 5 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
various locations

Time & loc varies, typical avg spd 15-17mph, dist 30-50mi. For weekly emails, update your profile: Hover on your name upper right; select “Profile”; under “Your website functions” click “Interests”; then check “B Pace Rides”. Leader [email protected]