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, October 27, 2018
26th Annual Shuckin’ & Shakin’-Carolina Foothills Chamber
Oct 27 @ 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Harmon Field

TRYON, NC — The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce will present the 25th Annual Shuckin’ and Shakin’ event from 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Harmon Field air gym.
Activities include live DJ dance music, all-you-can-eat seafood consisting of oysters roasted over an open fire, shrimp, mussels, barbecue chicken wings, authentic gumbo, coleslaw, rolls, iced tea, coffee, desserts and a great selection of draft beers and wine.
A bonfire will light up the sky after dark as guests dance away the hours.
Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce office or online via our website CarolinaFoothillsChamber.com. Please be sure you buy your tickets in advance, Tickets are not sold at the door. 21+ Event-No Coolers-No Pets
For more information, call (828) 859-6236.

Monday, October 29, 2018
Amy Ray
Oct 29 @ 12:00 am – 1:00 am
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Rubblebucket
Oct 30 @ 12:00 am – 1:00 am
Saturday, November 3, 2018
Riverbanks Run
Nov 3 @ 7:30 am
Riverbanks Zoo
Early Bird Pre-registration: (September 1–November 1)
$30 Riverbanks members and $40 general public.Regular Pre-registration: (November 2–November 13)
$45 for all registrants; T-shirts are not guaranteed.

Pre-registration will be closed November 14–16 and will re-open onsite on November 17.

Help kick off the 31st anniversary of Lights Before Christmas by making tracks to Riverbanks’ third annual 5k race. The wild run will wind through the park’s scenic back roads, cross the Saluda River and pass some of the most popular exhibits in the Zoo! Proceeds support ongoing conservation and education efforts at Riverbanks.Entry fees include a commemorative Riverbanks Run T-Shirt, admission into the Zoo on race day, plus complimentary snacks at the finish line. Zoo admission is required for non-race participants, and T-shirts are not guaranteed for late registration.

November 15 and 16: Packet Pick-Up from 9:00am–6:00pm inside the Guest Relations at main Zoo entrance.

November 17: Late/Day-of Registration; Race Begins at 7:30am.

SOAR’s Eagle Run 5K
Nov 3 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Carrier Park

Register today at www.soarnc.org/5k

On Saturday November 3rd at Carrier Park in Asheville, SOAR and the western North Carolina community will join together to help bring awareness to ADHD at SOAR’s Eagle Run 5k. All proceeds from the event will go to SOAR’s scholarship fund and directly to the youth and young adults that we serve. Each year SOAR provides meaningful outdoor experiences to students through scholarship assistance. This would not be possible without the support of our community, alumni, and families.

Thursday, November 8, 2018
It’s time to PARTY WITH A PURPOSE with the Asheville Affiliates!
Nov 8 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Asheville Affiliates, was founded in 1999 as a social networking group for young professionals to benefit area nonprofits. The organization has grown into a community network of more than 3,000 members. The organization has raised more than $265,000 for 50 nonprofits. Membership is free and all Affiliates fundraising events are open to the public. More information at ashevilleaffiliates.com.

Friday, November 9, 2018
Black Tie Affair
Nov 9 @ 8:00 pm – Nov 10 @ 2:00 am
Mack Kells

Black Tie Affair/Silent Auction to assist with bills for our sweet Noah McFall who has just been placed on the donor list for a TRIPLE organ transplant! He has CF, and now has a chance at a longer, healthier life!! Noah will be the youngest to date to ever have this procedure. Not only do we need to keep them covered with prayer, they also need our financial help, so purchase your ticket beginning next week, and be ready for a great evening.. Tickets are $20 per person or $35 per couple..you can purchase those tickets at Mack Kells. Live entertainment by Jack Mascari and Marc Keller, and Karaoke too! We will have “black ties” for sale ($$ to go to Noah) for those of you that do not show up wearing one. ? Ladies, get out those black dresses and let’s get dressed up for the cause! It’s going to be an eventful, fun filled night you don’t want to miss. There’s no telling what we will be auctioning off! ?. We will have our Steak Dinner on special that night as well so come eat, drink, sing, dance, and most importantly .. be ready to donate.

https://www.facebook.com/events/478437932651037/

Thursday, November 15, 2018
Taste of Asheville 2018
Nov 15 all-day
The Venue

Asheville’s biggest culinary event celebrates 10 years of bold flavors and palate pleasers.

The Asheville Independent Restaurant Association (AIR) hosts the 2018 Taste of
Asheville: Taste & Tunes Thursday, Nov. 15 at The Venue in downtown Asheville.

From award-winning southern cuisine to bold new worldly flavors, the Taste of Asheville
brings over 40 of Asheville’s famed independent restaurants together for an
unforgettable evening of sampling small bites, craft beverages and spirits.

This year, AIR has once again teamed up with the Asheville Buskers Collective to
highlight the city’s celebrated street musicians.

This event not only entertains the taste buds, it also is one of the largest fundraisers of
the year to support the work of the AIR, which in turn supports the 120 members of the
Asheville Independent Restaurant Association.

VIP tickets (early admission) are $100; general admission tickets are $75. All tickets may be purchased at www.airasheville.org.

The Trouble Notes
Nov 15 @ 1:00 am – 2:00 am
Friday, November 16, 2018
Ty Segall
Nov 16 @ 2:00 am – 3:00 am
Sunday, November 18, 2018
The Stray Birds
Nov 18 @ 2:00 am – 3:00 am
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
PT Pub Night – Asheville (Physical Therapy Networking)
Nov 20 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hillman Beer

Join your fellow PTs, PTAs, and PT/PTA students in Asheville on Tuesday, November 20th at 6:00 pm for #PTPubNight.

If you can’t make the event or wish to check in early, you can do so at http://ptpubnight.com/checkin. We’ll donate $1 for each online check-in to Foundation for Physical Therapy.

Thursday, November 22, 2018
South Asheville Turkey Trot
Nov 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Fleet Feet Asheville

Thanksgiving is the largest running holiday with families all over the country getting together to share miles and smiles prior to their meal later in the day. We hope you will make this race part of your annual tradition.

Join us in Biltmore Park Town Square on Thanksgiving morning for South Asheville’s only Thanksgiving Day 5k. Our route will begin and end in front of Fleet Feet Asheville and run through Biltmore Park Town Square and the surrounding neighborhood.

Thank you to the ongoing support from our community, iDaph Events, Biltmore Farms, and our many other sponsors/ volunteers.
Our highest priority is our commitment to having a first-class event all around.

All pre-registered participants will receive a 50/50 poly-blend long sleeve t-shirt, personalized name on their race bib, finisher medal upon completion, swag from our vendor partners, raffle tickets, and are invited to stay to enjoy post-race refreshments and fun.

– Packet Pick- Up is Wednesday, November 21st from 4pm- 8pm at Fleet Feet Asheville.

– Race Day Packet Pick- Up is Thursday, November 22nd from 7:30 am- 8:45 am

– Race starts at 9am in front of Fleet Feet Asheville

– Awards and Raffles at 10:15 am

LET’S GO!

https://www.facebook.com/events/254350778752505/

City Dance
Nov 22 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Friday, November 23, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 23 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Saturday, November 24, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 24 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Sunday, November 25, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 25 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Monday, November 26, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 27 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 28 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Our VOICE Benefit at the Retrocade
Nov 28 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Asheville Retrocade

The Retrocade is hosting a benefit for Our VOICE, Buncombe County’s sexual assault prevention and crisis intervention center.
Come play classic arcade games, drink a beer, and support an amazing cause! Half of your entry wristband will be donated to Our VOICE. There will also be a raffle for two super cool paintings by local artists. We look forward to seeing you there!
*21 And up after 9*

Thursday, November 29, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 29 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Friday, November 30, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Nov 30 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Saturday, December 1, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 1 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Sunday, December 2, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 2 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Monday, December 3, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 3 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Tuesday, December 4, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 4 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 5 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Thursday, December 6, 2018
Tweetsie Christmas
Dec 6 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.

Friday, December 7, 2018
WHY?
Dec 7 @ 2:00 am – 3:00 am