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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Saturday, January 28, 2023
BIG SOMETHING WITH ABBY BRYANT + THE ECHOES
Jan 28 @ 8:00 pm
Salvage Station

Big Something will be performing LIVE on the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station on Friday, January 27th, 2023 with Abby Bryant & The Echoes! Doors open at 7pm and the music starts at 8pm. 18+ ONLY (no exceptions)! FREE ON-SITE PARKING! Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!

CDC guidelines + band requirements + our venue policies are subject to change daily, so please keep your eyes on https://salvagestation.com/covid-policy/ for updates. We do not issue refunds based on our Covid-19 policies and reserve the right to change them at any time.

PINKISH FLOYD
Jan 28 @ 8:00 pm
White Horse Black Mountain

Pinkish Floyd is an Asheville-based, true-to-the-original Pink Floyd tribute band. Passionate about delivering a completely immersive Pink Floyd experience, the show comes complete with the music, projections, lasers, and best of all, an enthusiastic audience! It’s just like the real thing… ish.

Featuring:

Jason Watson

David Bradley

Travis Corcoran

Rob Grace

David Bruce

Patrick Landis

Jenny Lee

Rebekkah Hilgraves

Kathleen Watson

Visit The Artists Website

The last appearance of PINKISH FLOYD at White Horse was a standing room only crowd.

Tickets are likely to sell out in advance this time .

Thus, advance ticket purchases are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED !!!!!!!

80S VS 90S DANCE PARTY
Jan 28 @ 9:00 pm
The Orange Peel

80S VS 90S DANCE PARTY

All Ages
PHUTUREPRIMITIVE + JOSH TEED, + TRINITY
Jan 28 @ 9:00 pm
Asheville Music Hall
Sunday, January 29, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Jan 29 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

Continuum Drink + Draw
Jan 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
CONTINUUM ART

Continuum Drink & Draw

Figure Drawing Salon-
Live nude model, art instructor host, bring your own art supplies. We have a limited supply available. Some community supplies available for use. We ask for a $15 donation at the door to support the instructor and model.

Format may vary but usually consists of- 5-1 min
2- 5 min
1- 10 min
2- 20 min each pose different 10 min break in between
2- 20 minute poses same pose

Come learn and mingle with a fun and friendly community of artists! Normally hosted the last Sunday of every month.

The Hometown Show Improv Comedy! (R)
Jan 29 @ 6:30 pm
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company

 

*** AGES 18+ ADULTS ONLY ~ NO KIDS ALLOWED *** 

YOU HAVEN’T SEEN A COMEDY SHOW LIKE THIS! 

A successful Asheville local has a fun interview on stage about his life & living in Asheville, then improv groups hilariously spin the answers into comedy gold!  

THIS MONTH’S INTERVIEW IS WITH LOCAL SUPERSTAR REGGIE TIDWELL! 

TREVOR WALLACE: ARE YOU THAT GUY? TOUR
Jan 29 @ 7:00 pm
The Orange Peel
All Ages – under 12 requires venue approval

FULLY SEATED SHOW

This was originally scheduled for October 2, 2022. Previously purchased tickets will be honored.

Trevor Wallace is a 29-year-old stand-up comedian, writer & actor. Wallace can be seen just about everywhere on the internet and has collectively built a digital thumbprint of over 2.5 billion views across his social media channels with a following of over 16 Million fans collectively. Wallace has been featured on Comedy Central, MTV, Barstool Sports, E! News, The L.A. Times, The New York Times, Ad Age, Business Insider, Men’s Health, Buzzfeed, and Complex to name a few.

Wallace has worked with prestigious brands such as, Chipotle, Natural Light, BruMate, SeatGeek, G FUEL, OnePlus, Bumble, Wetzel’s Pretzels, Snickers, Monster Energy & many more. Wallace has also toured the U.S. performing at theaters, colleges and comedy clubs including the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival and the New York Comedy Festival. Wallace was also voted as a finalist for “Best in Comedy” at the 2020 Shorty Awards.

TREVOR WALLACE: ARE YOU THAT GUY? TOUR
Jan 29 @ 7:00 pm
The Orange Peel
All Ages – under 12 requires venue approval

FULLY SEATED SHOW

This was originally scheduled for October 2, 2022. Previously purchased tickets will be honored.

Trevor Wallace is a 29-year-old stand-up comedian, writer & actor. Wallace can be seen just about everywhere on the internet and has collectively built a digital thumbprint of over 2.5 billion views across his social media channels with a following of over 16 Million fans collectively. Wallace has been featured on Comedy Central, MTV, Barstool Sports, E! News, The L.A. Times, The New York Times, Ad Age, Business Insider, Men’s Health, Buzzfeed, and Complex to name a few.

Wallace has worked with prestigious brands such as, Chipotle, Natural Light, BruMate, SeatGeek, G FUEL, OnePlus, Bumble, Wetzel’s Pretzels, Snickers, Monster Energy & many more. Wallace has also toured the U.S. performing at theaters, colleges and comedy clubs including the Netflix Is A Joke Festival, Moontower Comedy Festival and the New York Comedy Festival. Wallace was also voted as a finalist for “Best in Comedy” at the 2020 Shorty Awards.

SAMANTHA FISH
Jan 29 @ 8:00 pm
Salvage Station

Attention all blues fans: Samantha Fish will be performing LIVE on the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station on Sunday, January 29th, 2023! Doors open at 7PM and the music starts at 8PM. This is a General Admission, 18+ show (no exceptions). FREE PARKING!

Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul food and we’ll have a few rotating food trucks on-site as well! There will also be MULTIPLE full bars open for you to enjoy!

Monday, January 30, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Jan 30 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

‘Til The Wheels Fall Off Tour MARGO PRICE
Jan 30 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel

‘Til The Support:
The Deslondes

Ages 18+

Margo Price Pre-Show VIP Experience

  • One premium reserved ticket in the first 15 rows -or- one general admission ticket (where applicable)
  • VIP early entry into the venue
  • Intimate pre-show acoustic performance with Margo
  • Group photo with Margo Price
  • Exclusive VIP tour poster signed by Margo Price
  • Specially designed Margo Price tote bag
  • Commemorative VIP laminate
  • Very limited availability

For questions regarding the VIP packages, please reach out to [email protected].

Tuesday, January 31, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Jan 31 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

LEGO Builders Club
Jan 31 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Pack Memorial Library

Come down the Pack Memorial Library and play with LEGOs!
Show off your building skills and make new friends with other LEGO maniacs.

Please leave your personal LEGOs at home, because we’ve got plenty.

School Age – (grades K-5)
Precinct #71.1 Monthly Drinks with Dems
Jan 31 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Zillicoah Beer Co.

Learn what’s ahead in 2023 for Precinct #71.1! Look for us INSIDE where it’s warm. In addition, we’ll have a special treat for Weaverville residents as Mayor Patrick Fitzsimmons and Weaverville Councilwoman Michele Wood will be there to share what’s happening in Weaverville and prepare for the Weaverville Municipal Election in November.

Who should attend: Democrats and like-minded Independents in Precinct #71.1 and Weaverville residents.

Wednesday, February 1, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Feb 1 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

French Broad Valley Jam
Feb 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Oklawaha Brewing Company

Join us for a weekly mountain music JAM with players in a round, where the session is focused on regional fiddle tunes and songs! You are welcome to come and listen or to learn and join in. This event supports the Henderson County Junior Appalachian Musician (JAM) Kids Program. Free but donations are accepted. Weekly event takes place at Oklawaha Brewing Company.

Adults Only Trivia Night Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company
Feb 1 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company

EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 pm ~ FREE!

AGES 18+ ADULTS ONLY ~ NO KIDS ALLOWED

ON OUR HUGE SCREEN IN THEATER 2!

ENJOY DINNER & DRINKS (FULL BAR) WHILE PLAYING

There are 3 rounds with new winners each round so you can show up late, miss a round and still be a winner. Plus, we have mid-round prizes to create as many winners as possible.

The questions are presented by a hilarious host on our giant movie screen and includes fun videos in each round.  You haven’t played a trivia night like this one!

Witty Wednesday Trivia
Feb 1 @ 6:30 pm
Sweeten Creek Brewing

Beat the mid week grind with some fun trivia! Win a $25 gift card for our taproom along with a $25 gift card from our resident kitchen, Bears Smokehouse BBQ!

Trivia Night
Feb 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Thursday, February 2, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Feb 2 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

Not Rocket Science Trivia at Highland Brewing Downtown
Feb 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Highland Brewing Downtown

Trivia, Singo, tailgate games, and more! Our games are sure to challenge you, but c’mon… it’s not rocket science!

NEAL FRANCIS W/ SPECIAL GUEST DANIELLE PONDER
Feb 2 @ 8:00 pm
Salvage Station

Neal Francis with special guest Danielle Ponder will be performing LIVE on the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station on Thursday, February 2nd, 2022! Doors open at 7pm and the music starts at 8pm. 18+ ONLY (no exceptions)! FREE ON-SITE PARKING! Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!

Friday, February 3, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Feb 3 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

CAROLINA CLAY
Feb 3 @ 8:00 pm
White Horse Black Mountain

Carolina Clay is a band started in 2017 by North Carolina native singer/songwriter Heather Foster. Carolina Clay was established to embody the ideation of living in the Carolinas through a unique style of country music. Their latest album “Whiskey & Women” seamlessly blends a punch of southern rock with the storytelling of folk and Americana music. Lyrically, Carolina Clay is known for telling the gut wrenching truth with just a touch of outlaw to keep things interesting.

Moving into 2023, the band is touring regionally to promote their latest release as well as defining a permanent roster. Works for a second EP with the new line up are already in progress!

SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS + DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND
Feb 3 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel
Saturday, February 4, 2023
2023 Food Vendor Application for ADA Events Now Available
Feb 4 all-day
online

The application to be a food vendor at our events is now available. We’re seeking vendors for Downtown After 5, the Independence Day Celebration and Asheville Oktoberfest.

Click here to fill out the application. Application deadline is Friday, February 10.

Gatherings of Artists + Writers Coffee
Feb 4 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center

TFAC invites all artists: painters, sculptors, writers, performers & more — to a casual weekly drop-in gathering on Saturday mornings at 9 AM to share your works in progress, alert others, and chat about art and what’s happening in your community.

The first weekly Coffee is Saturday, August 20 at 9 am.

No RSVP needed, just drop by!

Free parking available on Melrose Avenue, behind and alongside TFAC.

Nobody’s Darling String Band
Feb 4 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Jack of the Wood

Nobody’s Darling String Band is here every Saturday from 4-6! Stop in for an afternoon libation and enjoy the ladies picking’ away on the stage!

Black History Month Celebration
Feb 4 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Burton Street Community Center

Join Burton Street friends and neighbors for dinner and a movie highlighting the accomplishments of Black Americans. Please call (828) 254-1943 for more info.