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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Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Stand-Up Comedy Open Mic at The Asheville Music Hall
Nov 10 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Asheville Music Hall

Disclaimer Stand-up Lounge is the longest running comedy open mic in Asheville happening every Wednesday night

The show starts at 8:00, and there is no cover. Anyone wanting to perform needs to sign up by 8pm, and will get five minutes on stage. Local and not-so-local, professional and not-so-professional comics perform or just anyone wanting to get up in front of people and try to make them laugh. Always fun. Always free.

Anyone wanting to perform needs to sign up by 8pm, and will get five minutes on stage. The order of sign-up is not necessarily the order of the show.

Move On Up: Soul/R+B
Nov 10 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 11 @ 2:00 am
Asheville Beauty Academy

“Move On Up” is a night of your favorite and forgotten Soul/RB cuts right after Comedy Night.

Thursday, November 11, 2021
Sunset Rooftop Comedy Shows in Downtown Asheville
Nov 11 all-day
Rabbit Rabbit

Come grab dinner and a show at Rabbit Rabbit, in Downtown Asheville Outside Theatre Space:
**Great Craft Rabbit-themed cocktails available
**AVL Pizza truck on-site & AVL Pizza full menu available
**Rooftop-seating, depending on weather, where we go to an awesome space below
**Sanitized Headphones provided so you don’t miss a joke while getting your food & drinks, works anywhere around the venue and Asheville Pizza
Featuring: Premier Asheville Standup Comics
What: Weekly Outdoor & Rooftop*
Sunset Comedy Dinner Shows
When: : Thursdays October 21 & 28
7p (doors 6:30p)
Where: Rabbit Rabbit,
Downtown Asheville, 75 Coxe Ave
Cost: $15, Tickets at RabbitRabbitavl.com thru etix or also available at door (but it’s often sold out so come early)
More information or to inquire about performing, contact Michele Scheve at [email protected]
*Rooftop depends on weather, we have a great space under the roof too! Dress comfortably for the weather!

Wine and Wolves! Donate to Full Moon Farm Wolf Sanctuary
Nov 11 all-day
online w/ Full Moon Farm

Full Moon Farm is an organization dedicated to the well being of the wolfdog (wolf hybrid). Situated on 17 beautiful mountain acres in Black Mountain, NC, we operate as a federally recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization for abused and refused wolfdogs who find themselves in need of love, shelter, and care through no fault of their own.

Full Moon Farm provides a safe haven for animals that cannot be placed into homes for the rest of their lives.  Our rescued wolfdogs come from animal control agencies, closed breeding situations and occasionally, an owner in crisis.  We evaluate each animal upon intake and work with them at their level of comfort.

Some animals are “hands off” and we respect their choice, as well as that of the animals that crave human interaction.  Our goal is to enrich the lives of the residents, allowing them to reach their highest potential.  Your support by donation or sponsorship makes our task possible.

Though they may be abused or neglected, homeless because of death or divorce, they are all God’s Creatures and worthy of a lifetime of respect. We are here to serve them.

  • Nancy Brown

It’s Memorable, Fast, and Easy! Also, 15% of your purchase will directly be applied to Full Moon Farm, not only will mom be getting great wines, but you will also be supporting a great cause.

Use code GBFULLMOON19 at checkout to donate 15% to Full Moon Farm.

Skytop Orchard U-Pick
Nov 11 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Skytop Orchard

Closed Thanksgiving Day.

See the source image

Things to do at Sky Top

Pick your own apples. (check picking schedule) or choose from pre-picked apples in the stand.

Enjoy hot “made-while-you- watch” apple cider doughnuts

Book a school field trip or group tour to Sky Top!

Enjoy a tractor pulled ride through the orchard.

Find pumpkins, gourds, and fall decorations (in season)

Bond with your family while enjoying our picnic areas

Visit our barnyard goats, sheep, chickens, peacocks, ducks, and geese

Walk the nature trail through a bamboo “forest” beside one of our orchard ponds

See cider being made (press operates selected days only)

Watch busy bees at a working beehive

Enjoy tasty apple goods, hot apple cider, caramel apples, fudge apples and more

Stock up on honeys, jams & jellies

Industry Of The Week: Accounting BBQ Bears’ Smokehouse
Nov 11 @ 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
BBQ Bears' Smokehouse

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Stop by the restaurant to enjoy 15% off of your order!

Gluten-Free Comedy, open mic at Ginger’s Revenge
Nov 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ginger's Revenge
Thursday Run
Nov 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Olde london Road 270 Depot st · Asheville , NC

Come run 1, 3, or 6 miles and stay for a beer and soccer tennis after at Olde London Road.

What we’re about

Come join a running group that’s focus is on creating a fun, social experience for any running level. Whether your looking for an excuse to get off the couch and get out in the beautiful Asheville weather or your a competitive runner getting ready for a big race this group is for you. Group runs will be set up throughout the week on both trails and road. Options for mileage will be offered on various runs. We may even set up some runs that just happen to end up at local places where beers and laughs can be shared post run! No commitment, no pressure, just people with a love of running wanting to share their enthusiasm with others!

SUNSET ROOFTOP STANDUP COMEDY Cancelled
Nov 11 @ 7:00 pm
Rabbit Rabbit

he comedy show is a ticketed event on Rabbit Rabbit’s outdoor rooftop, with very limited table seating. Come early and get sunset dinner and drinks!

Come grab dinner and a show at Rabbit Rabbit, in Downtown Asheville Outside Theatre Space:
**Great Craft Rabbit-themed cocktails available
**AVL Pizza truck on-site & AVL Pizza full menu available
**Rooftop-seating, depending on weather, where we go to an awesome space below
**Sanitized Headphones provided so you don’t miss a joke while getting your food & drinks, works anywhere around the venue and Asheville Pizza
Your comedy ticket includes your own sanitized headphones. You will not miss a minute of the show while looking stylishly futuristic!
Rabbit Rabbit Silent Comedy tickets include 1 pair of RF wireless personal headphones so that you can listen to the comic’s audio without violating time limits on amplified sound. The headphones are sanitized thoroughly with an EPA-approved cleaning agent between our weekly events, and stored in a no-touch, safe and sealed manner to allow further decontamination so that they are completely safe, between our once per week silent comedy nights.
Rocky IV: Rocky vs. Drago The Ultimate Director’s Cut
Nov 11 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
292 Thetford St

Let’s time travel back to the ’80s and revisit one of the decades’ top sports dramas.

The movie starts at 8 PM at the Regal Biltmore Grande & RPX. If you would like to grab a drink beforehand, please meet at the Thirsty Monk at Biltmore Park at 6:30 PM.

I recommend purchases the movie tickets ahead of time.

Todd Barry Minori Hinds
Nov 11 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel

Ages 18+
FULLY SEATED SHOW

This show was originally scheduled for May 24, 2020, October 22, 2020, and then April 9, 2021. Previously purchased tickets will be honored at the rescheduled date.

Todd Barry has released three one-hour stand-up specials including his latest one for Netflix, Spicy Honey.

He’s appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late Show with David Letterman, Conan and Late Night With Seth Meyers and his acting credits include The Wrestler, Road Trip, Flight of the Concords, Chappelle’s Show, Spin City, Sex and the City. You may have heard his voice on the animated series Bob’s Burgers, Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist, and Aqua Teen Hunger Force.

Todd is also the author of the critically-acclaimed 2017 travel memoir Thank You For Coming To Hattiesburg.

Salsa Night Thursday
Nov 11 @ 9:30 pm – Nov 12 @ 2:00 am
Asheville Beauty Academy

Spice up your life with Latin sounds by local DJs Nex Millen & Mtn Vibez every Thursday.

Super bonus if you come early and get Dance Lessons from our knowladable instructors and get your body ready with sabor for the night. NO COVER All events 21+

Friday, November 12, 2021
Canine Collaborative
Nov 12 all-day
Atelier Maison & Co.

Raise a cup for a cause with us at the canine collaborative.
We’ll share Great food, amazing local beer, live music from The New Lefties, lots of pet-themed door prizes & party favors, and more as we benefit the Asheville Humane Society.

Our sponsors:
AVL Charcuterie will be donating their delicious charcuterie cups
Ginger’s Revenge will have a booth, giving out pours. Their seasonal ginger beer is amazing!
Archetype Brewing is donating a keg if ginger beer isn’t your thing.
Whistle Hop Brewing Company will be bringing their outdoor taproom to us.

Wine and Wolves! Donate to Full Moon Farm Wolf Sanctuary
Nov 12 all-day
online w/ Full Moon Farm

Full Moon Farm is an organization dedicated to the well being of the wolfdog (wolf hybrid). Situated on 17 beautiful mountain acres in Black Mountain, NC, we operate as a federally recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization for abused and refused wolfdogs who find themselves in need of love, shelter, and care through no fault of their own.

Full Moon Farm provides a safe haven for animals that cannot be placed into homes for the rest of their lives.  Our rescued wolfdogs come from animal control agencies, closed breeding situations and occasionally, an owner in crisis.  We evaluate each animal upon intake and work with them at their level of comfort.

Some animals are “hands off” and we respect their choice, as well as that of the animals that crave human interaction.  Our goal is to enrich the lives of the residents, allowing them to reach their highest potential.  Your support by donation or sponsorship makes our task possible.

Though they may be abused or neglected, homeless because of death or divorce, they are all God’s Creatures and worthy of a lifetime of respect. We are here to serve them.

  • Nancy Brown

It’s Memorable, Fast, and Easy! Also, 15% of your purchase will directly be applied to Full Moon Farm, not only will mom be getting great wines, but you will also be supporting a great cause.

Use code GBFULLMOON19 at checkout to donate 15% to Full Moon Farm.

Skytop Orchard U-Pick
Nov 12 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Skytop Orchard

Closed Thanksgiving Day.

See the source image

Things to do at Sky Top

Pick your own apples. (check picking schedule) or choose from pre-picked apples in the stand.

Enjoy hot “made-while-you- watch” apple cider doughnuts

Book a school field trip or group tour to Sky Top!

Enjoy a tractor pulled ride through the orchard.

Find pumpkins, gourds, and fall decorations (in season)

Bond with your family while enjoying our picnic areas

Visit our barnyard goats, sheep, chickens, peacocks, ducks, and geese

Walk the nature trail through a bamboo “forest” beside one of our orchard ponds

See cider being made (press operates selected days only)

Watch busy bees at a working beehive

Enjoy tasty apple goods, hot apple cider, caramel apples, fudge apples and more

Stock up on honeys, jams & jellies

Brunch B’yahad Virtual
Nov 12 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Online w/ Asheville Jewish Community Center

Brunch B’Yahad is now available through Zoom meeting here.   

Join new and old friends for light brunch, socialization and lively discussion.  Featured guest speakers, and relevant cultural and timely topics will fill our minds.

Industry Of The Week: Accounting BBQ Bears’ Smokehouse
Nov 12 @ 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
BBQ Bears' Smokehouse

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Stop by the restaurant to enjoy 15% off of your order!

Raise A Cup for Paws
Nov 12 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Atelier Maison & Co.

Please join us Friday, November 12th, as our sister company (Atelier Maison & Co.) hosts a benefit for the Asheville Humane Society. They’ll have amazing food, local beers, plenty of dogs, giveaways, and live music! Tickets are $40 and we’ll be capping the event at 150! Tickets are going fast, so come out and help us support this great cause.
Sponsored by:
Farm Harvest Dinner & Barn Dance
Nov 12 @ 6:30 pm
The Farm at Old Edwards

Get ready for a full-on evening of authentic mountain culture. Your senses will come alive with sights, sounds, smells and flavors of farm-fresh creations being prepared live. Meet the farmers and feast on their bounty from Sunburst Trout Farm, Anson Mills and Painted Hills Natural Beef. End the evening with the foot-stomping live music of Back Porch Orchestra. It’s a fun, down-on-the-farm festival of the senses and celebration of The South and is part of Highlands Food and Wine Festival.
*Please note: Price does not include tax or gratuity (“fee”), this will be added at checkout.
Tickets are non refundable after October 12th.
Event is for guests 21 and older.

NUNSENSE JAMBOREE CANCELLED
Nov 12 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Community Theatre

NUNSENSE JAMBOREE

Book, Music and Lyrics by Dan Goggin

This hilarious hoedown is Nunsense fun with a Laugh-In/Hee-Haw/Grand Ole Opry slant!
In Nunsense I, a wacky nun known as Sister Mary Amnesia regained her memory and recalled that she always wanted to be a country singer. In Nunsense II, her dream became one step closer to reality when Reverend Mother landed a recording contract for her. In this show, Nunsense Jamboree, Sister Amnesia’s dream is realized as she headlines a brand new show promoting her debut album, I Could’ve Gone to Nashville.

Joshua Espinoza
Nov 12 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
White Horse Black Mountain

Joshua Espinoza

An avid performer and educator, Baltimore pianist Joshua Espinoza balances his time sharing music on the stage and off. As a performer, Espinoza has played with renowned artists including Warren Wolf, Paul Bollenback, Miho Hazama, Alex Norris, John D’earth, Mike Pope, Kris Funn, Brian Settles, Todd Marcus, Chuck Redd, Ryan McGillicudy, Eugene Goss, and Gail Wynters, and on national stages including the Piccolo Spoleto Festival, The Kennedy Center, the Barns at Wolftrap, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, and Keystone Korner Baltimore. With a style that is tastefully modern yet firmly rooted in the jazz tradition, Espinoza blends and bends genres into original compositions and arrangements that are immediately relatable, yet hard to define.

Currently a member of the music faculty at the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Espinoza was named “Most Promising Semi-Finalist” in the UNISA International Jazz Piano Competition in Pretoria, South Africa (2016). Each summer, Espinoza serves on the piano faculty at the Interlochen Arts Camp in Interlochen, MI and was previously on the faculties of the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, Franklin College (IN), and Morehead State University (KY). Espinoza holds a B.M. in Piano Performance from Furman University (SC) and an M.M. in Jazz Studies (minor in classical piano) from Indiana University.

Currently, Espinoza is a freelance performer in Baltimore, MD

Saturday, November 13, 2021
Wine and Wolves! Donate to Full Moon Farm Wolf Sanctuary
Nov 13 all-day
online w/ Full Moon Farm

Full Moon Farm is an organization dedicated to the well being of the wolfdog (wolf hybrid). Situated on 17 beautiful mountain acres in Black Mountain, NC, we operate as a federally recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization for abused and refused wolfdogs who find themselves in need of love, shelter, and care through no fault of their own.

Full Moon Farm provides a safe haven for animals that cannot be placed into homes for the rest of their lives.  Our rescued wolfdogs come from animal control agencies, closed breeding situations and occasionally, an owner in crisis.  We evaluate each animal upon intake and work with them at their level of comfort.

Some animals are “hands off” and we respect their choice, as well as that of the animals that crave human interaction.  Our goal is to enrich the lives of the residents, allowing them to reach their highest potential.  Your support by donation or sponsorship makes our task possible.

Though they may be abused or neglected, homeless because of death or divorce, they are all God’s Creatures and worthy of a lifetime of respect. We are here to serve them.

  • Nancy Brown

It’s Memorable, Fast, and Easy! Also, 15% of your purchase will directly be applied to Full Moon Farm, not only will mom be getting great wines, but you will also be supporting a great cause.

Use code GBFULLMOON19 at checkout to donate 15% to Full Moon Farm.

Skytop Orchard U-Pick
Nov 13 @ 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Skytop Orchard

Closed Thanksgiving Day.

See the source image

Things to do at Sky Top

Pick your own apples. (check picking schedule) or choose from pre-picked apples in the stand.

Enjoy hot “made-while-you- watch” apple cider doughnuts

Book a school field trip or group tour to Sky Top!

Enjoy a tractor pulled ride through the orchard.

Find pumpkins, gourds, and fall decorations (in season)

Bond with your family while enjoying our picnic areas

Visit our barnyard goats, sheep, chickens, peacocks, ducks, and geese

Walk the nature trail through a bamboo “forest” beside one of our orchard ponds

See cider being made (press operates selected days only)

Watch busy bees at a working beehive

Enjoy tasty apple goods, hot apple cider, caramel apples, fudge apples and more

Stock up on honeys, jams & jellies

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Nov 13 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!
After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.
Coffee and Conversation
Nov 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
PennyCup

Coffee and Conversation

The purpose of Coffee and Conversation is to have productive talk and dialogue that build communities, foster ideas of growth, solidarity, and networking. In essence, no matter what we do in our daily living, our mission with “Enjoy Your Life”, is to promote others through positive action and empowerment. There are mothers out there who need our support. As we meet during regular coffee and conversation meetings, we want to continue bringing our communities together by giving back. During this event, we want to encourage each of you to join us by donating towards the Maternal Giving Back Initiative. On the last Saturday of the month, we will conclude with packaging all essential items. Our primary goal is to assemble five baby baskets a month. Afterwards, will then deliver each basket to local hospitals for mothers in need.

Maternal giving back initiative
We understand there is serious need for mothers who exit the hospital with newborn babies. Our approach is to ensure that these mothers have a few basics essentials as they depart the hospital and settle in. Our goal is not to spend an exorbitant amount of money. However, we want to provide practical things that are thoughtful and meaningful. We think a heartfelt survivor kit would be awesome.
Some Examples are:
• Baby Books
• Travel diapers bags with changing pads
• Pacifier
• Nursing cover
• Receiving blanket
• Bibs
• Bottles and nipples
• Milk storage Bag
• Bottle warmer
• Bottle brush
• Wipes
• Diapers
• Swaddle blanket
• One piece of outfit
• Pajamas
• wicker basket to place items

Industry Of The Week: Accounting BBQ Bears’ Smokehouse
Nov 13 @ 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
BBQ Bears' Smokehouse

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Stop by the restaurant to enjoy 15% off of your order!

Maker’s Market at Oak and Grist
Nov 13 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Oak and Grist Distilling Company

Maker’s Market at Oak and Grist

Food by Grush’s Cajun Dino Grill

Grab a friend and come check out the work of dozens of local artists, as well as incredible cajun food and craft cocktails! Featuring all manner of handmade homegoods, pottery, apparel, fine art and functional crafts, you’ll find a unique selection of holiday gifts straight from our vibrant local community. Shopping’s a little more fun with a cocktail and a po’ boy, we promise.

4th Annual Wizard Pub Crawl
Nov 13 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
South Slope Bars

Calling all Wizards, Witches, and Muggles in Asheville! The 4th annual Potter Pub Crawl is here and we want you to join hundreds of others as we celebrate wizardry, drink potions, and party all night long.
Wand Crawl Ticket Includes:
⚡ Wizard Wand & Wand Box Upon Registration
⚡ Discounted themed drink specials ($5-$6)
⚡ Potter Live Stream Trivia
⚡ Registration party to kick off the crawl
⚡ House colored wristband for sorting
⚡ House Certificate at After Party
⚡ Best Dressed Contest + Prize

Bar Partners & Drink Specials:
⚡ Wild Wing Cafe
⚡ Banks Ave
⚡ Twin Leaf Brewery

Hope Griffin Trio at Mills River Brewing
Nov 13 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Mills River Brewing

Hope Griffin Trio at Mills River Brewing

FREE entry. Join me for live music with my trio Autumnwüd (Eric Congdon on Guitar/Mandolin & Paul McIntire in Violin) from 2-5pm. This acoustic string arrangement is not to be missed! Food truck and full bar on site, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. If the weather is expected to be too cold, check indoors by the brewing barrels. BYO camping chair, blanket or hammock for extra fun, there are LOTS of places to hang at this place! This venue is also dog friendly. Come say hello introduce yourself. See you there!

Visit HopeGriffinMusic.com for more examples of my sound ☺️

Dinner with Guest Chef Sue Zemanick & Cookbook Author Melissa Martin
Nov 13 @ 6:30 pm
Half-Mile Farm

Spice up your evening with globally-influenced Creole cuisine from Sue Zemanick, of Zasu in New Orleans. Melissa Martin, author of Mosquito Supper Club, joins the party for this Chefs in the House Dinner at Half-Mile Farm. Zasu’s culinary goal is to explore new ways to inspire traditional favorites by allowing fresh ingredients to speak for themselves. At Zasu, you will find a mix of local and non-native ingredients, creating a unique dining experience that is clean and light, yet rich in experience.

Sue was named Executive Chef at Gautreau’s Restaurant in 2005, which led to national recognition – including being named 2013 “Best Chef, South” by the James Beard Foundation and “Top Ten Best New Chef” by Food & Wine Magazine in 2008. She was also a featured guest at many food festivals, such as the South Beach and Charleston Food and Wine Festivals, Sun Valley Vintner’s Festival, and Chef’s Club St. Regis Aspen. She has made regular television appearances, as a judge on Top Chef New Orleans and as a contestant on seasons 3 and 5 of Top Chef Masters. But to this day, her all-time favorite distinction was serving as the 2015 Honorary Muse in New Orleans’ premier all-female Mardi Gras parade, Muses.

Price: $165 per person, plus tax and gratuity.