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, August 12, 2022
LAUGH YOUR ASHEVILLE OFF PRESENTS The 14th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
Aug 12 @ 8:00 pm
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

 

Featuring over 50 of the brightest comedians from all around the country, the Asheville Comedy Festival showcases hilarious performers each show, delivering the best comedy in the largest stand-up comic event in the Southeast.

The festival kicks off Wednesday, August 10 at Highland Brewing, and then continues for a three-night run at the Wortham Center with three stacked showcases, ending Saturday, August 13. Every show is completely different!

Saturday, August 13, 2022
American Legion World Series-T-28 Trojan Warbirds
Aug 13 all-day
Keeter Stadium

Pilots in three T-28 Trojan warbirds are scheduled to execute flyovers at Keeter Stadium during the first three days of the 2022 American Legion World Series.
Warbirds are vintage military aircraft now operated by civilian military organizations or individuals. The T-28s headed for Shelby are retired military trainers now owned by the Museum of Flight in Rome, Ga.

The first flyover is planned as part of the Parade of Champions on Aug. 11, opening day of the tournament. All eight of the regional teams vying for the national title will line up on Veterans Field between the third and fourth games of the day. The pilots will execute another flyover at the stadium Saturday afternoon as part of USAA Military Appreciation Day.

The Museum of Flight, established in 2010, has displays and a collection of flight and military memorabilia in addition to the warbirds, which are flown in air shows around the southeastern United States.

The T-28 Alpha and T-28Bravo served in Operation Farm Gate, code name for a mission in Vietnam. The T-28Charlie is attributed as the first T-28 to land on an aircraft carrier, the USS Tarawa.

Flyover events:
August 11 – During the Parade of Champions – Approximate time 6:30 pm
August 12 – Time to be determined.
August 13 – Approximate time 3:30 pm

LEAF Solid Gold 50th Festival: Legends of Africa
Aug 13 all-day
online w/ LEAF

 

Listen. Dance. Feel the music and that will answer, “Why the “Legends of Africa?” Africa is the core and essence of where so much of humanity and music has originated. It has forever influenced music and cultures throughout the world with the diaspora of its people. Over the years, LEAF has connected deeply with many African artists and presented artists from 32 of the 54 countries on the continent. These bonds and our love of Africa, bring us back the magic of not just the continent, but its people, our family. So join us for a true gathering of friends and the rekindling of traditions that have made the past 27 years of LEAF memorable.

“The shortest distance between two people is a story, a song, or a dance.”
Masankho Banda from Malawi.

Who is an African Legend you admire? Chinobay of Uganda said he’s been inspired by the music he listened to during Apartheid. He spoke of Miriam Makeba (nicknamed Momma Africa) a South African singer, songwriter and activist whose music was socially responsible and carried so much power for the people. What makes you a Legend is the MESSAGE you carry to the world.

In flow with Chinobay’s reflection, the artwork is a masterpiece created by legendary artist Trek 6 inspired by his work in South Africa while producing a documentary. Trek spoke about how the sunrises and sunsets in Africa were surreal, thus he began with a beautiful sun design.  A wall of drums in South Africa, where they host people from different tribes bringing food, song and art inspired the drums. In Trek’s own words, “Africa is cosmic, colorful, and the center to our past. From it we radiated.”We are honored by his artistic vision.

  • Sale!

    Festival Weekend PLUS Pass

    $175.00 – $203.00

    October 20-23, 2022 *Must be purchased by LEAF Member* Thursday 4:30pm to Sunday 7pm including overnight tent camping.

  • Sale!

    Festival Weekend Pass

    $135.00 – $159.00

    October 21-23, 2022 Fri 9am – Sun 7pm. Includes overnight camping

  • Sale!

    Festival Community Pass

    $95.00 – $105.00

    Fri 4:30pm – 2am, Sat 9am – 2am, Sun 9am – 7pm. No overnights / camping. No Thu. access. Must have alternate overnight accommodations nearby

  • Sale!

    Festival Saturday Pass

    $53.00 – $59.00

    Saturday, October 22, 2022, 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM. No overnight camping.

Sourwood Festival
Aug 13 @ 9:00 am
Black Mountain Visitor Center

Come join us at the Sourwood Festival

The Sourwood Festival, highlighting sourwood honey, fills downtown Black Mountain with wholesome entertainment for both adults and children in August each year.
Music, dancing, arts & crafts,food, kid’s rides and games, for a family-friendly event. 2 days of fun!

               
August 13, 2022   9am-8pm
August 14, 2022   9am-5pm

Parking:
Saturday and Sunday: Ingles Garden Center, 550 NC-9.  Shuttle provided 10am-4pm.
Saturday and Sunday, former Bi-Lo’s, 205 NC-9  Shuttle provided 10am-4pm

Hosted by
Black Mountain Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce

2022 Sponsors
Explore AshevilleGivens Highland FarmsPisgah Brewing CompanyMercy Urgent CareHampton Inn,  Black Mountain SavingsWhite InsuranceShowOff Logos & Promotions

Featuring  Artisans and Craftsmen
Kid-Friendly Activities

August 13, 2022    9am – 8pm
9am -12pm     Tail Gate Market             First Baptist Church         130 Montreat Rd
9am – 12pm    Classic Car Show                                                         304 Black Mtn Ave
9am – 8pm      Vendor Booths open
9am – 8pm       Petting Zoo                                                                  102 Black Mtn Ave
10am-12pm     Pony Rides                                                                  102 Black Mtn Ave
10am – 2pm     Pottery Market              Blk Mtn Center for Arts    225 W. State St.
10am -1pm      Pop Up Book Sale          Library                               105 N. Daughtry St.
10am – 6pm     Gelly Ball                                                                      Bank Dr.
11am                 Emigre                             Music Stage                      102 Black Mtn Ave
12pm                 Upbeats Ukulele Band                                              Cherry St. Court
1pm                   Gin Mill Pickers              Music Stage                       102 Black Mtn Ave
2pm                  White Water Bluegrass Company                           Cherry St. Court
2pm-4pm         Pony Rides                                                                   102 Black Mtn Ave
3pm                  The Circuit Rider             Music Stage                       108 Black Mtn Ave
4pm                  ShooBees                                                                     Cherry St. Court
5pm                 Academy for the Arts      Music Stage                       108 Black Mtn Ave
6pm                 Greg & Colleen                                                              Cherry St. Court
7pm            Randall Marks & Merlin Armstrong    Music Stage       108 Black Mtn Ave

August 14, 2022        9-5pm
9am – 5pm       Vendors Open
9am – 5pm       Petting Zoo                                                                   102 Black Mtn Ave
10am -12pm    Pony Rides                                                                   102 Black Mtn Ave
10am – 2pm     Pottery Market              Blk Mtn Center for Arts    225 W. State St.
12pm                Sorrell Jack                     Music Stage                        108 Black Mtn Ave
1pm                The Dark City Kings                                                      Cherry St. Court
2pm                Watkins                           Music Stage                       108 Black Mtn Ave
2pm – 4pm     Pony Rides                                                                  102 Black Mtn Ave
3pm                Jane DeCuir                                                                     Cherry St. Court
4pm                The Queen’s Court Party Dance                              108 Black Mtn Ave

HeXpo, The Gathering Paranormal, Horror + Metaphysical Convention
Aug 13 @ 12:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

For the first time ever, paranormal, horror and metaphysical communities unite as one group at HeXpo, The Gathering. Join us for a weekend like no other magickal encounter before as we shatter the barriers that separate our realms. Our time has arrived! Come and be a part of this.

All tickets for the previously scheduled show will remain valid for the future date. If you are unable to attend the new date, you may obtain a refund at the point of purchase.

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LAUGH YOUR ASHEVILLE OFF PRESENTS The 14th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
Aug 13 @ 8:00 pm
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

 

Featuring over 50 of the brightest comedians from all around the country, the Asheville Comedy Festival showcases hilarious performers each show, delivering the best comedy in the largest stand-up comic event in the Southeast.

The festival kicks off Wednesday, August 10 at Highland Brewing, and then continues for a three-night run at the Wortham Center with three stacked showcases, ending Saturday, August 13. Every show is completely different!

Sunday, August 14, 2022
Sourwood Festival
Aug 14 @ 9:00 am
Black Mountain Visitor Center

Come join us at the Sourwood Festival

The Sourwood Festival, highlighting sourwood honey, fills downtown Black Mountain with wholesome entertainment for both adults and children in August each year.
Music, dancing, arts & crafts,food, kid’s rides and games, for a family-friendly event. 2 days of fun!

               
August 13, 2022   9am-8pm
August 14, 2022   9am-5pm

Parking:
Saturday and Sunday: Ingles Garden Center, 550 NC-9.  Shuttle provided 10am-4pm.
Saturday and Sunday, former Bi-Lo’s, 205 NC-9  Shuttle provided 10am-4pm

Hosted by
Black Mountain Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce

2022 Sponsors
Explore AshevilleGivens Highland FarmsPisgah Brewing CompanyMercy Urgent CareHampton Inn,  Black Mountain SavingsWhite InsuranceShowOff Logos & Promotions

Featuring  Artisans and Craftsmen
Kid-Friendly Activities

August 13, 2022    9am – 8pm
9am -12pm     Tail Gate Market             First Baptist Church         130 Montreat Rd
9am – 12pm    Classic Car Show                                                         304 Black Mtn Ave
9am – 8pm      Vendor Booths open
9am – 8pm       Petting Zoo                                                                  102 Black Mtn Ave
10am-12pm     Pony Rides                                                                  102 Black Mtn Ave
10am – 2pm     Pottery Market              Blk Mtn Center for Arts    225 W. State St.
10am -1pm      Pop Up Book Sale          Library                               105 N. Daughtry St.
10am – 6pm     Gelly Ball                                                                      Bank Dr.
11am                 Emigre                             Music Stage                      102 Black Mtn Ave
12pm                 Upbeats Ukulele Band                                              Cherry St. Court
1pm                   Gin Mill Pickers              Music Stage                       102 Black Mtn Ave
2pm                  White Water Bluegrass Company                           Cherry St. Court
2pm-4pm         Pony Rides                                                                   102 Black Mtn Ave
3pm                  The Circuit Rider             Music Stage                       108 Black Mtn Ave
4pm                  ShooBees                                                                     Cherry St. Court
5pm                 Academy for the Arts      Music Stage                       108 Black Mtn Ave
6pm                 Greg & Colleen                                                              Cherry St. Court
7pm            Randall Marks & Merlin Armstrong    Music Stage       108 Black Mtn Ave

August 14, 2022        9-5pm
9am – 5pm       Vendors Open
9am – 5pm       Petting Zoo                                                                   102 Black Mtn Ave
10am -12pm    Pony Rides                                                                   102 Black Mtn Ave
10am – 2pm     Pottery Market              Blk Mtn Center for Arts    225 W. State St.
12pm                Sorrell Jack                     Music Stage                        108 Black Mtn Ave
1pm                The Dark City Kings                                                      Cherry St. Court
2pm                Watkins                           Music Stage                       108 Black Mtn Ave
2pm – 4pm     Pony Rides                                                                  102 Black Mtn Ave
3pm                Jane DeCuir                                                                     Cherry St. Court
4pm                The Queen’s Court Party Dance                              108 Black Mtn Ave

Monday, August 15, 2022
Auditions: Elf The Musical
Aug 15 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

Elf The Musical

MUSICAL

Book by Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin; Music by Matthew Sklar; Lyrics by Chad Beguelin

Directed by: Jeff Catanese

AUDITION DATES: Monday, August 15 and Tuesday, August 16, 2022; 5:30-7:30 pm

PRODUCTION DATES: December 2-December 18, 2022; Performances: Fridays December 2, 9, 16 and Saturdays December 3, 10, and 17 at 7:30pm and Sundays December 4, 11, and 18 at 2:30pm. Extra Performance Added for Thursday, December 15 at 7:30pm. Student Matinee: Tuesday December 6th, 2022 at 10am
Cast must plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to show time.

REHEARSALS: TBA. A printed rehearsal calendar will be available at auditions – you are able to list any conflicts you have with the rehearsal schedule at this time.

DIRECTOR SEEKS: TBA

Actors of all ages, gender identities, races, ethnicities, and disabilities will be considered for any desired role indicated on their audition sheet.

AUDITION MATERIAL: TBA

AUDITION FORM: Fill out this Audition Form here or at the audition.

Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Auditions: Elf The Musical
Aug 16 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

Elf The Musical

MUSICAL

Book by Thomas Meehan & Bob Martin; Music by Matthew Sklar; Lyrics by Chad Beguelin

Directed by: Jeff Catanese

AUDITION DATES: Monday, August 15 and Tuesday, August 16, 2022; 5:30-7:30 pm

PRODUCTION DATES: December 2-December 18, 2022; Performances: Fridays December 2, 9, 16 and Saturdays December 3, 10, and 17 at 7:30pm and Sundays December 4, 11, and 18 at 2:30pm. Extra Performance Added for Thursday, December 15 at 7:30pm. Student Matinee: Tuesday December 6th, 2022 at 10am
Cast must plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to show time.

REHEARSALS: TBA. A printed rehearsal calendar will be available at auditions – you are able to list any conflicts you have with the rehearsal schedule at this time.

DIRECTOR SEEKS: TBA

Actors of all ages, gender identities, races, ethnicities, and disabilities will be considered for any desired role indicated on their audition sheet.

AUDITION MATERIAL: TBA

AUDITION FORM: Fill out this Audition Form here or at the audition.

American Legion World Series-Golden Knights
Aug 16 @ 6:30 pm – 6:45 pm
Keeter Stadium

The U.S. Army Parachute Team, The Golden Knights, will perform before the 7pm championship game.

The two Golden Knights demonstration teams travel the United States performing for public audiences at venues ranging from small civic events to nationally televised events, such as NFL games, NASCAR races, and international air shows. Team members are from a variety of backgrounds in one of the 150 jobs in the U.S. Army.
The parachutists perform to exacting standards but may tailor their performance for a specific venue. The Golden Knights have an unparallelled safety record in the professional parachuting arena.
The Golden Knights also have competition teams who have won national and international competitions. They hold the current military world record in both male and female four-way freefall formation and the world record in canopy piloting speed. The Golden Knights tandem section provides tandem parachute jumps to approved local and national celebrities, media personnel, and VIPs. It was a Golden Knights team that jumped with the late President George H.W. Bush in 2007, 2012, and 2014.
The Golden Knights are headquartered at Fort Bragg, N.C.

Thursday, August 18, 2022
Gluten-free comedy open mic at Ginger’s Revenge  
Aug 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ginger's Revenge  

  • Gluten-free comedy open mic at Ginger's Revenge
  • 6:00pm – 8:00pm

    Open mic comedy every Thursday from 6-8pm at Ginger’s Revenge Tasting Room.

    Rotating hosts each week Clay Jones, James Burks and Katy Hudson

    No cover
    Signup starts at 5:30, and signup order will not necessarily be show order. Each comic gets 5 mins of stage time

“Weird Al” Yankovic: The Unfortunate Return of the Ridiculously Self-Indulgent Ill-Advised Vanity Tour
Aug 18 @ 7:30 pm
Peace Concert Hall

“Weird Al” Yankovic burst onto the scene over three decades ago and never looked back.  For the second time in his storied career, the world’s foremost musical satirist and five-time Grammy winner foregoes his usual high-octane, big-production show for an intimate evening of music, focusing on original (non-parody) songs from his 14-album catalog.  Marking his highly anticipated return to the concert stage after his hugely successful Strings Attached Tour in 2019 where Weird Al performed each night alongside a full symphony orchestra, this is a rare opportunity to get up-close and personal with this legendary performer.

All guests attending this performance are required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative testing within 72 hours of show plus matching photo ID to obtain entry to the venue.

Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic & Feature Comedy at Asheville Pizza
Aug 18 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co

Stand Up Comedy is back in the Asheville Pizza Gameroom with the hottest comics in town. Hosted by Cody Hughes, featuring Petey Smith McDowell, Mario T & Jess Cooley
8p, $13
Comedy Open Mic sign up at door, performers get free entry & pizza 3-5m
contact Michele at [email protected] for more info

Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic & Feature Comedy at Asheville Pizza
Aug 18 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co

Stand Up Comedy is back in the Asheville Pizza Gameroom with the hottest comics in town. Hosted by Cody Hughes, featuring Petey Smith McDowell, Mario T & Jess Cooley

Comedy Open Mic sign up at door, free entry & pizza 3-5m

Contact Michele at [email protected] for more info

 

Friday, August 19, 2022
Steve Martin and Martin Short’s “You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today!”
Aug 19 @ 7:30 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Steve Martin & Martin Short's "You Won't Believe What They Look Like Today!" featuring Paul Shaffer

Steve Martin and Martin Short’s “You Won’t Believe What They Look Like Today!” is a show that redefines the form in unexpected and profound ways, from two of the funniest, most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century. Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh as much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.”

Steve Martin and Martin Short will be joined by very special guest Paul Shaffer.

Saturday, August 20, 2022
LEAF Solid Gold 50th Festival: Legends of Africa
Aug 20 all-day
online w/ LEAF

 

Listen. Dance. Feel the music and that will answer, “Why the “Legends of Africa?” Africa is the core and essence of where so much of humanity and music has originated. It has forever influenced music and cultures throughout the world with the diaspora of its people. Over the years, LEAF has connected deeply with many African artists and presented artists from 32 of the 54 countries on the continent. These bonds and our love of Africa, bring us back the magic of not just the continent, but its people, our family. So join us for a true gathering of friends and the rekindling of traditions that have made the past 27 years of LEAF memorable.

“The shortest distance between two people is a story, a song, or a dance.”
Masankho Banda from Malawi.

Who is an African Legend you admire? Chinobay of Uganda said he’s been inspired by the music he listened to during Apartheid. He spoke of Miriam Makeba (nicknamed Momma Africa) a South African singer, songwriter and activist whose music was socially responsible and carried so much power for the people. What makes you a Legend is the MESSAGE you carry to the world.

In flow with Chinobay’s reflection, the artwork is a masterpiece created by legendary artist Trek 6 inspired by his work in South Africa while producing a documentary. Trek spoke about how the sunrises and sunsets in Africa were surreal, thus he began with a beautiful sun design.  A wall of drums in South Africa, where they host people from different tribes bringing food, song and art inspired the drums. In Trek’s own words, “Africa is cosmic, colorful, and the center to our past. From it we radiated.”We are honored by his artistic vision.

  • Sale!

    Festival Weekend PLUS Pass

    $175.00 – $203.00

    October 20-23, 2022 *Must be purchased by LEAF Member* Thursday 4:30pm to Sunday 7pm including overnight tent camping.

  • Sale!

    Festival Weekend Pass

    $135.00 – $159.00

    October 21-23, 2022 Fri 9am – Sun 7pm. Includes overnight camping

  • Sale!

    Festival Community Pass

    $95.00 – $105.00

    Fri 4:30pm – 2am, Sat 9am – 2am, Sun 9am – 7pm. No overnights / camping. No Thu. access. Must have alternate overnight accommodations nearby

  • Sale!

    Festival Saturday Pass

    $53.00 – $59.00

    Saturday, October 22, 2022, 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM. No overnight camping.

17th Annual Come to Leicester Artist Studio Tour
Aug 20 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Leicester Community Center

17th Annual Come to Leicester Artist Studio Tour: 10 AM – 5 PM, August 20-21. Artists in the small community of Leicester, NC open their studios to the public for this free, self-guided tour. Visitors choose their own tour stops using detailed brochures with maps and signs along the route directing to the individual stops. Visitors will find many types of fine art and crafts, including brooms, pottery, paintings, iron work, jewelry, fiber, stained glass, mosaic, enamel, and mixed media. Visit our website to see the artists and print a map. http://www.cometoleicester.org

LEAF Down By The River!
Aug 20 @ 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
The Outpost

New changes are on the horizon, as we usher in a new era of LEAF awesomeness. This summer, we’re relocating LEAF Downtown to an inspiring NEW outdoor venue, The Grey Eagle’s newest venue  “The Outpost” at 521 Amboy Road. This new riverside venue will come alive with entertainment on Saturday, August 20th, with an entire day dedicated to our youth, family and community in an event dubbed: LEAF Down By The River!

Volksfest Polka Party with Mountain Top Polka Band
Aug 20 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The 2nd Act - Coffee, Wine & Craft Beer Bar

Join us at The 2nd Act – Coffee, Wine & Craft Beer Bar in Hendersonville, NC for an evening filled with your favorite Oktoberfest sounds!

Sunday, August 21, 2022
17th Annual Come to Leicester Artist Studio Tour
Aug 21 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Leicester Community Center

17th Annual Come to Leicester Artist Studio Tour: 10 AM – 5 PM, August 20-21. Artists in the small community of Leicester, NC open their studios to the public for this free, self-guided tour. Visitors choose their own tour stops using detailed brochures with maps and signs along the route directing to the individual stops. Visitors will find many types of fine art and crafts, including brooms, pottery, paintings, iron work, jewelry, fiber, stained glass, mosaic, enamel, and mixed media. Visit our website to see the artists and print a map. http://www.cometoleicester.org

Thursday, August 25, 2022
Night In The Country Carolinas Music Festival
Aug 25 all-day
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Night in the Country Music Festivals returns to the Carolina foothills August 25-27, 2022. This Pure Country experience brings some of country music’s hottest artists to the world-renowned Tryon Resort in Mill Spring, North Carolina.

Night in the Country Carolinas features three nights of country music with performances by Darius Rucker, Jon Pardi, Dierks Bentley, Jimmie Allen, Jameson Rogers, Ashley McBryde, and much more! During the day, the festival has a wide range of one-of-a-kind events and attractions including Bands, Brews & Que, the Craft Beer Experience, Grapeland, the Beer Relay, Tournament of Champions, and more. The festival also features live music during the day and an outdoor nightlife experience after the concerts.

The festival takes place on festival grounds unlike any other. Tryon Resort is a 1,600-acre facility featuring 13 rings, onsite luxury cabins and an inn, RV pads with full hook-ups, and wide-open grounds and arenas that have the potential to host the largest music festivals and events in the world. The grounds also boast several on-site restaurants, the Silo Bar, a general store, other shops, and a carousel.

Passes and accommodations for NITC Carolinas are on sale now.

Explore the festival experience and book your next great country tradition at https://nightinthecountrycarolinas.org/

NIGHT IN THE COUNTRY CAROLINAS
Aug 25 @ 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center
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Rooted in the Carolina foothills, the Night in the Country experience transforms the world-renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center into your next great country tradition.

CLICK HERE to learn more about this 3-day country music festival!

Gluten-free comedy open mic at Ginger’s Revenge  
Aug 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ginger's Revenge  

  • Gluten-free comedy open mic at Ginger's Revenge
  • 6:00pm – 8:00pm

    Open mic comedy every Thursday from 6-8pm at Ginger’s Revenge Tasting Room.

    Rotating hosts each week Clay Jones, James Burks and Katy Hudson

    No cover
    Signup starts at 5:30, and signup order will not necessarily be show order. Each comic gets 5 mins of stage time

Friday, August 26, 2022
Night In The Country Carolinas Music Festival
Aug 26 all-day
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Night in the Country Music Festivals returns to the Carolina foothills August 25-27, 2022. This Pure Country experience brings some of country music’s hottest artists to the world-renowned Tryon Resort in Mill Spring, North Carolina.

Night in the Country Carolinas features three nights of country music with performances by Darius Rucker, Jon Pardi, Dierks Bentley, Jimmie Allen, Jameson Rogers, Ashley McBryde, and much more! During the day, the festival has a wide range of one-of-a-kind events and attractions including Bands, Brews & Que, the Craft Beer Experience, Grapeland, the Beer Relay, Tournament of Champions, and more. The festival also features live music during the day and an outdoor nightlife experience after the concerts.

The festival takes place on festival grounds unlike any other. Tryon Resort is a 1,600-acre facility featuring 13 rings, onsite luxury cabins and an inn, RV pads with full hook-ups, and wide-open grounds and arenas that have the potential to host the largest music festivals and events in the world. The grounds also boast several on-site restaurants, the Silo Bar, a general store, other shops, and a carousel.

Passes and accommodations for NITC Carolinas are on sale now.

Explore the festival experience and book your next great country tradition at https://nightinthecountrycarolinas.org/

NIGHT IN THE COUNTRY CAROLINAS
Aug 26 @ 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center
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Rooted in the Carolina foothills, the Night in the Country experience transforms the world-renowned Tryon International Equestrian Center into your next great country tradition.

CLICK HERE to learn more about this 3-day country music festival!

Slice of Life Comedy presents Hot Girls End Of Summer Report
Aug 26 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel
Featuring Lace Larrabee who was recently on NBC’s America’s Got Talent with yesses from all the judges. This actress, comedian and podcaster is best known for “Queen America,” “Punchline” and “Flophouse”
with Hilliary Begley, fresh off her European tour, best known for Dumplin’ on Netflix and Amazon Prime
plus Moira Goree, Becca Steinhoff and more great regional comedians
The Hot Girl End of Summer Report at The Orange Peel
Aug 26 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Orange Peel

The Hot Girls’ End of Summer Report
Friday August 26
The Orange Peel
101 Biltmore Ave, Downtown Asheville

8p, doors at 7p • fully seated show

Standup Comedy Show
Featuring the HOTTEST and FUNNIEST female identifying comedians from around the region!
Hosted by Morgan Bost

Featuring Lace Larrabee who was recently on NBC’s America’s Got Talent with yesses from all the judges. This actress, comedian and podcaster is best known for “Queen America,” “Punchline” and “Flophouse.” with Hilliary Begley, fresh off her European tour, best known for Dumplin’ on Netflix and Amazon Prime. plus Moira Goree, Becca Steinhoff and more great regional comedians

Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm
$17 – $20

The Hot Girls’ End of Summer Report
Aug 26 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Orange Peel

The Hot Girls’ End of Summer Report
Friday August 26 at The Orange Peel
101 Biltmore Ave, in Downtown Asheville
8p, doors at 7p • fully seated show

You wont want to miss this Standup Comedy Show as the HOTTEST and FUNNIEST comedians from around the region get back in town to give us their Hot Girl End off Summer report!

Featuring Lace Larrabee who was recently on NBC’s America’s Got Talent with yesses from all the judges. This actress, comedian and podcaster is best known for “Queen America,” “Punchline” and “Flophouse.” with Hilliary Begley, fresh off her European tour, best known for Dumplin’ on Netflix and Amazon Prime.

plus Moira Goree, Becca Steinhoff and more great regional comedians you don’t want to miss this HOT evening out!!

Hosted by the amazing Morgan Bost

Saturday, August 27, 2022
LEAF Solid Gold 50th Festival: Legends of Africa
Aug 27 all-day
online w/ LEAF

 

Listen. Dance. Feel the music and that will answer, “Why the “Legends of Africa?” Africa is the core and essence of where so much of humanity and music has originated. It has forever influenced music and cultures throughout the world with the diaspora of its people. Over the years, LEAF has connected deeply with many African artists and presented artists from 32 of the 54 countries on the continent. These bonds and our love of Africa, bring us back the magic of not just the continent, but its people, our family. So join us for a true gathering of friends and the rekindling of traditions that have made the past 27 years of LEAF memorable.

“The shortest distance between two people is a story, a song, or a dance.”
Masankho Banda from Malawi.

Who is an African Legend you admire? Chinobay of Uganda said he’s been inspired by the music he listened to during Apartheid. He spoke of Miriam Makeba (nicknamed Momma Africa) a South African singer, songwriter and activist whose music was socially responsible and carried so much power for the people. What makes you a Legend is the MESSAGE you carry to the world.

In flow with Chinobay’s reflection, the artwork is a masterpiece created by legendary artist Trek 6 inspired by his work in South Africa while producing a documentary. Trek spoke about how the sunrises and sunsets in Africa were surreal, thus he began with a beautiful sun design.  A wall of drums in South Africa, where they host people from different tribes bringing food, song and art inspired the drums. In Trek’s own words, “Africa is cosmic, colorful, and the center to our past. From it we radiated.”We are honored by his artistic vision.

  • Sale!

    Festival Weekend PLUS Pass

    $175.00 – $203.00

    October 20-23, 2022 *Must be purchased by LEAF Member* Thursday 4:30pm to Sunday 7pm including overnight tent camping.

  • Sale!

    Festival Weekend Pass

    $135.00 – $159.00

    October 21-23, 2022 Fri 9am – Sun 7pm. Includes overnight camping

  • Sale!

    Festival Community Pass

    $95.00 – $105.00

    Fri 4:30pm – 2am, Sat 9am – 2am, Sun 9am – 7pm. No overnights / camping. No Thu. access. Must have alternate overnight accommodations nearby

  • Sale!

    Festival Saturday Pass

    $53.00 – $59.00

    Saturday, October 22, 2022, 9:00 AM to 2:00 AM. No overnight camping.

Night In The Country Carolinas Music Festival
Aug 27 all-day
Tryon International Equestrian Center

Night in the Country Music Festivals returns to the Carolina foothills August 25-27, 2022. This Pure Country experience brings some of country music’s hottest artists to the world-renowned Tryon Resort in Mill Spring, North Carolina.

Night in the Country Carolinas features three nights of country music with performances by Darius Rucker, Jon Pardi, Dierks Bentley, Jimmie Allen, Jameson Rogers, Ashley McBryde, and much more! During the day, the festival has a wide range of one-of-a-kind events and attractions including Bands, Brews & Que, the Craft Beer Experience, Grapeland, the Beer Relay, Tournament of Champions, and more. The festival also features live music during the day and an outdoor nightlife experience after the concerts.

The festival takes place on festival grounds unlike any other. Tryon Resort is a 1,600-acre facility featuring 13 rings, onsite luxury cabins and an inn, RV pads with full hook-ups, and wide-open grounds and arenas that have the potential to host the largest music festivals and events in the world. The grounds also boast several on-site restaurants, the Silo Bar, a general store, other shops, and a carousel.

Passes and accommodations for NITC Carolinas are on sale now.

Explore the festival experience and book your next great country tradition at https://nightinthecountrycarolinas.org/