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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Thursday, December 23, 2021
Deck The Trees
Dec 23 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Friday, December 24, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 24 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 24 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Saturday, December 25, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 25 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 25 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Sunday, December 26, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 26 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 26 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Monday, December 27, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 27 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 27 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Tuesday, December 28, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 28 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 28 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Wednesday, December 29, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 29 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 29 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Thursday, December 30, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 30 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 30 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Friday, December 31, 2021
Be an Arts Ally Raffle
Dec 31 all-day
online

Be an Arts Ally

Join or renew your arts council membership between now and December 31st for your chance to win this raffle package, including a Wheel Thrown Shape vase from East Fork, truffles from Chocolate Fetish, a card set from Noir Collective, and two bottles wine from Marked Tree vineyard.

Deck The Trees
Dec 31 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Saturday, January 1, 2022
Deck The Trees
Jan 1 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Sunday, January 2, 2022
Deck The Trees
Jan 2 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Monday, January 3, 2022
Deck The Trees
Jan 3 all-day
Monte Vista Hotel

Come experience the charm of Black Mountain and get in the Christmas spirit. You will discover 35 (and possibly more) beautifully decorated Christmas trees situated at the Monte Vista Hotel and in stores and businesses throughout Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley area. Each tree, uniquely decorated around the theme: A Black Mountain Christmas, will be created by businesses, organizations, or individuals to help raise funds for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry Fuel Fund. Come join us! Share in the Christmas spirit and support your favorite tree by donating with cash, check, or on-line at svcmblackmountain.org.

Wednesday, January 19, 2022
AUDITION PREP 6th – 12th Grades (In – Person)
Jan 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Studio 52

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Learn audition etiquette and techniques in this low-pressure, four-week program led by Flat Rock Playhouse’s Director of Education, Anna Kimmell. In this class, students will learn how and what material to prepare for auditions, get tips on calming anxiety and nerves, and have the opportunity to get coaching on pre-prepared songs or monologues. Whether you’re a first-time auditionee, stepping back into theatre after some time off, or adding new material to your audition repertoire, this class will get you feeling ready to put your best foot forward! 

Wednesday, January 26, 2022
AUDITION PREP 6th – 12th Grades (In – Person)
Jan 26 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Studio 52

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Learn audition etiquette and techniques in this low-pressure, four-week program led by Flat Rock Playhouse’s Director of Education, Anna Kimmell. In this class, students will learn how and what material to prepare for auditions, get tips on calming anxiety and nerves, and have the opportunity to get coaching on pre-prepared songs or monologues. Whether you’re a first-time auditionee, stepping back into theatre after some time off, or adding new material to your audition repertoire, this class will get you feeling ready to put your best foot forward! 

Saturday, January 29, 2022
WNC Dance Academy Presents MANNA BENEFIT SHOWCASE
Jan 29 @ 5:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

WNC Dance Academy presents our annual Manna Foodbank Benefit Showcase. This production features the WNC Dance Academy performing company, along with several talented local professional artists. Come join us for a beautiful evening of dance with all proceeds going to benefit Asheville’s Manna Foodbank.

Sunday, January 30, 2022
Candlemas Concert
Jan 30 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
St James Episcopal Church

Concert features acclaimed fiddler Andrew Finn Magill, Concert proceeds benefit local hunger relief,
Masks Required

Tickets $25 – are available at the Hendersonville Visitor Center.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Grand Opening of Franny’s Farmacy South SLope
Feb 2 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Franny's Farmacy

Join us for the Grand Opening of our newest location in South Slope, Feb. 2nd, 3rd and 5th. Samples, Education, Mocktails, FUN!

Register on Eventbrite & pop on by to receive free goodies, experience yummy samples, learn about all things hemp, sip on teas, mocktails, and more.

Wednesday, 2/2 from 4 to 7 featuring a Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber of Commerce at 4:20 PM.

Thursday, 2/3 from 4:20 to 7 featuring book signing of Courage in Cannabis with Dr. Bridgette Williams and Franny Tacy.

Saturday, 2/5 from 4:20 to 7 including an outdoor educational fire side chat Q&A.

Samples, Food, Mocktails, Raffle and FUN!

231 Biltmore Ave., Across from McCormick Field.

RSVP at https://ffsouthslopegrandopening.eventbrite.com to claim your special gifts and see you there!

We will be Live on Franny’s Farmacy FB & IG account during the celebration for those who would like to join virtually.

The health and wellness of Franny’s Farmacy’s staff, its customers, and community remains the company’s top priority. Franny’s Farmacy dispensaries will continue to follow CDC guidance along with State and County mandates currently requiring that all employees and customers wear face coverings while at the stores.

AUDITION PREP 6th – 12th Grades (In – Person)
Feb 2 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Studio 52

Picture

Learn audition etiquette and techniques in this low-pressure, four-week program led by Flat Rock Playhouse’s Director of Education, Anna Kimmell. In this class, students will learn how and what material to prepare for auditions, get tips on calming anxiety and nerves, and have the opportunity to get coaching on pre-prepared songs or monologues. Whether you’re a first-time auditionee, stepping back into theatre after some time off, or adding new material to your audition repertoire, this class will get you feeling ready to put your best foot forward! 

Thursday, February 3, 2022
Grand Opening of Franny’s Farmacy South SLope
Feb 3 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Franny's Farmacy

Join us for the Grand Opening of our newest location in South Slope, Feb. 2nd, 3rd and 5th. Samples, Education, Mocktails, FUN!

Register on Eventbrite & pop on by to receive free goodies, experience yummy samples, learn about all things hemp, sip on teas, mocktails, and more.

Wednesday, 2/2 from 4 to 7 featuring a Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber of Commerce at 4:20 PM.

Thursday, 2/3 from 4:20 to 7 featuring book signing of Courage in Cannabis with Dr. Bridgette Williams and Franny Tacy.

Saturday, 2/5 from 4:20 to 7 including an outdoor educational fire side chat Q&A.

Samples, Food, Mocktails, Raffle and FUN!

231 Biltmore Ave., Across from McCormick Field.

RSVP at https://ffsouthslopegrandopening.eventbrite.com to claim your special gifts and see you there!

We will be Live on Franny’s Farmacy FB & IG account during the celebration for those who would like to join virtually.

The health and wellness of Franny’s Farmacy’s staff, its customers, and community remains the company’s top priority. Franny’s Farmacy dispensaries will continue to follow CDC guidance along with State and County mandates currently requiring that all employees and customers wear face coverings while at the stores.

Friday, February 4, 2022
Grand Opening of Franny’s Farmacy South SLope
Feb 4 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Franny's Farmacy

Join us for the Grand Opening of our newest location in South Slope, Feb. 2nd, 3rd and 5th. Samples, Education, Mocktails, FUN!

Register on Eventbrite & pop on by to receive free goodies, experience yummy samples, learn about all things hemp, sip on teas, mocktails, and more.

Wednesday, 2/2 from 4 to 7 featuring a Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber of Commerce at 4:20 PM.

Thursday, 2/3 from 4:20 to 7 featuring book signing of Courage in Cannabis with Dr. Bridgette Williams and Franny Tacy.

Saturday, 2/5 from 4:20 to 7 including an outdoor educational fire side chat Q&A.

Samples, Food, Mocktails, Raffle and FUN!

231 Biltmore Ave., Across from McCormick Field.

RSVP at https://ffsouthslopegrandopening.eventbrite.com to claim your special gifts and see you there!

We will be Live on Franny’s Farmacy FB & IG account during the celebration for those who would like to join virtually.

The health and wellness of Franny’s Farmacy’s staff, its customers, and community remains the company’s top priority. Franny’s Farmacy dispensaries will continue to follow CDC guidance along with State and County mandates currently requiring that all employees and customers wear face coverings while at the stores.

Saturday, February 5, 2022
Grand Opening of Franny’s Farmacy South SLope
Feb 5 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Franny's Farmacy

Join us for the Grand Opening of our newest location in South Slope, Feb. 2nd, 3rd and 5th. Samples, Education, Mocktails, FUN!

Register on Eventbrite & pop on by to receive free goodies, experience yummy samples, learn about all things hemp, sip on teas, mocktails, and more.

Wednesday, 2/2 from 4 to 7 featuring a Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber of Commerce at 4:20 PM.

Thursday, 2/3 from 4:20 to 7 featuring book signing of Courage in Cannabis with Dr. Bridgette Williams and Franny Tacy.

Saturday, 2/5 from 4:20 to 7 including an outdoor educational fire side chat Q&A.

Samples, Food, Mocktails, Raffle and FUN!

231 Biltmore Ave., Across from McCormick Field.

RSVP at https://ffsouthslopegrandopening.eventbrite.com to claim your special gifts and see you there!

We will be Live on Franny’s Farmacy FB & IG account during the celebration for those who would like to join virtually.

The health and wellness of Franny’s Farmacy’s staff, its customers, and community remains the company’s top priority. Franny’s Farmacy dispensaries will continue to follow CDC guidance along with State and County mandates currently requiring that all employees and customers wear face coverings while at the stores.

Tuesday, February 8, 2022
Auditions: THE GIVER NON-MUSICAL
Feb 8 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

THE GIVER

NON-MUSICAL

Adapted by Eric Coble from the Newbery Award-winning book by Lois Lowry

Co-directed by Robert Dale Walker and Shari Azar

AUDITION DATES: Monday, February 7 and Tuesday, February 8, 2021; 5:30-7:30 pm

PRODUCTION DATES: April 22-May 15, 2022; Performances Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm; Cast must plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to show time.

REHEARSALS: Full rehearsal calendar available at auditions – you are able to list any conflicts you have with the rehearsal schedule at this time.

DIRECTOR SEEKS: Actors of any gender identity, race or ethnicity will be considered for any desired role indicated on their audition sheet. All roles will be presented as they are gendered in the script.