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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Monday, December 27, 2021
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.

AniMonday! Anime Games, Music All Day
Dec 27 @ 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Asheville Retrocade

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Join us for Animoday! Every Monday all day. Listen to anime music, play anime games, watch anime, and talk anime!

Cheers to Chess at Highland Brewing Downtown
Dec 27 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Highland Brewing Downtown

Need an excuse to use that chess board you bought during quarantine?

Every Monday Highland’s Downtown Taproom will Cheers to Chess. BYO chess set or use one of ours for a battle of wits.

Pitcher specials will be available while you play to keep you hydrated and ready for any blockade that comes your way.

Tuesday, December 28, 2021
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.

Trivia Tuesday
Dec 28 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Wednesday, December 29, 2021
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.

Dirty Bingo at The Getaway
Dec 29 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Getaway River Bar
Dirty Bingo at The Getaway (White Duck Taco before Bingo)

This is what it sounds like. It’s Bingo using suggestive words, and winners get suggestive prizes. I have attended one, and it’s pretty tame, but not for the easily offended. We will meet at White Duck Taco down the street at 6:30 in the parking lot for a quick meal. If you want to skip the meal, you can meet us at the Getaway at 8:00pm when Bingo starts. There’s potential for great fun!
Game Night at Hi-Wire Brewing
Dec 29 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Hi-Wire Brewing

It’s time again for EYLA to host our ever popular Game Night! We are proud and excited to have Hi-Wire Brewing RAD, in its newest location, to host our group.
Please bring your favorite games to share and your competitive spirit to make it a fun and exciting evening of game play.
Please be aware that this and all future Game Nights will be held at the River Arts District location. Please Venmo Norque Smith for fees or pay in person Cash to the host.
COVID-19 safety measures
Event will be outdoor
Please make sure to come prepare to care for yourself. We encourage that you bring your mask if you feel you need it. We want everyone to feel as comfortable as they can to enjoy this event. Please follow all and every health recommendations to help keep everyone safe. We will follow all Hi-Wire Brewing guidelines concerning COVID-19
Thursday, December 30, 2021
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
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.

Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Game Night at The Refuge
Jan 4 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Refuge
Game Night at The Refuge

Come play some games with us. No specific games are set up for the night, we just bring a bunch of stuff from our collection and playing pick-up games. Please feel free to bring your own, we love learning new games. We have the tables and chairs. Bring your own food if you’d like (there is a microwave and fridge). There is also a Chinese place across the street, a convenience store for drinks and snacks, and we’re in walking distance to Hot Dog World. If you have any questions Read our FAQ (http://www.meetup.com/HendoHometownGameGeeks/about/)
Trivia Tuesday
Jan 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Weekly bowling fun!
Jan 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
AMF Star Lanes
Weekly bowling fun!

Details

Join us for our Winter 2022 league! We bowl 14 or 15 weeks, we always have fun, no bowling experience is needed, you don’t need a ball or shoes, and everyone is welcome! COVID vaccination is required, and we enforce any mask mandates in effect. Cost for Winter season will be $14 per week, and this includes ball and shoe rental. We have four person teams, so you can either bring 3 friends and form your own team, or we will make teams and you can meet some new friends. We use handicap scoring, so whether you bowl a 50 or a 250, your scores will be competitive. There are prizes at the end of the season, plus we hold other events such as potluck dinners, costume contests, a weekly 50/50 raffle, practice and coaching sessions, a food drive to support our chosen charity, Loving Food Resources, and other outside events to help build and maintain a community of friends here in Asheville. We’re all about having fun and making new friends, and we hope you’ll join us!
COVID-19 safety measures
Masks required
COVID-19 vaccination required
Event will be indoors
Please bring your COVID vaccination record card or a photo of it. We enforce any mask mandates in effect. You can remove the mask while you are on the approach to bowl, but please keep it on elsewhere.
Saturday, January 8, 2022
ZOOM D+D with Raj
Jan 8 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
online

Join us for some Dungeons & Dragons over ZOOM. Teen – (grades 6-12)

Sign-up is required. Email Raj at [email protected] to request attendance.

Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Game Night at Hi-Wire Brewing
Jan 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Hi-Wire Brewing

Game Night at Hi-Wire Brewing

It’s time again for EYLA to host our ever popular Game Night! We are proud and excited to have Hi-Wire Brewing RAD, in its newest location, to host our group.
Please bring your favorite games to share and your competitive spirit to make it a fun and exciting evening of game play.
Please be aware that this and all future Game Nights will be held at the River Arts District location. Please Venmo Norque Smith for fees or pay in person Cash to the host.

Trivia Tuesday
Jan 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Friday, January 14, 2022
Betty White Tribute Birthday Party Hosted by Blue Ridge Humane Society Thrift Store
Jan 14 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Blue Ridge Humane Society Thrift Store

The Blue Ridge Humane Society Thrift Store is hosting a tribute birthday party in honor of Betty White on Friday, January 14, 9:30am-4:30pm. The event will celebrate Betty White’s advocacy for animal welfare in addition to her humor shared over the years. The festivities will include cake and trivia starting at 11am, along with Betty White’s favorite snacks available for shoppers. A special 60% off sale on pet items will celebrate White’s love for animals. Shoppers can also donate for the “Betty White Challenge,” a call to donate $5 to local animal organizations in Betty White’s honor on what would have been her 100th birthday on January 17. Donations can be accepted in the store or online at https://www.blueridgehumane.org/donate/. All proceeds directly support Blue Ridge Humane Society’s work to rescue animals and provide animal support services for pets in need.

Blue Ridge Humane Society, Inc., is a 501(c)3 animal welfare organization started in 1950 dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of life for animals in Henderson County and our neighboring communities. BRHS cares for pets awaiting adoption and in foster homes; offers low-cost vaccine clinics, animal education programs, pet training classes, and youth education and projects; coordinates community pet food assistance, emergency vet assistance, and the Spay Neuter Incentive Program (SNIP), which is a collaboration with Henderson County, the City of Hendersonville, and the Henderson County Animal Services Center.

If you believe in our cause, consider making a donation or learning how to volunteer by visiting the Blue Ridge Humane Society’s website at www.blueridgehumane.org or call (828) 692-2639.

Saturday, January 15, 2022
ZOOM D+D with Raj
Jan 15 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
online

 

Join us for some Dungeons & Dragons over ZOOM.

Sign-up is required. Email Raj at [email protected] to request attendance.

Teen – (grades 6-12

Tuesday, January 18, 2022
BINGO – holiday regift edition
Jan 18 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Pack Memorial Library

BINGO - holiday regift edition

Come meet new people and participate in our BINGO game and social hour. Prizes are donated. Our January tradition is to bring and share your holiday re-gifts! Please bring a little something to share if you’re able. There is no cost to play.

Due to Covid we are limiting participation to adults. Advance registration will be required. Participation will be limited to allow for social distancing. Masks will be required.

Trivia Tuesday
Jan 18 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Wednesday, January 19, 2022
Wine Wednesday
Jan 19 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Wine Wednesday

Enjoy a $6 glass of wine and 1/2 off bottles every Wednesday night!

Betty White Celebration of Life + Fundraiser for Mountain Pet Rescue
Jan 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Betty White Celebration of Life & Fundraiser for Mountain Pet Rescue

Come celebrate the wonderful life of Betty White with us and Mountain Pet Rescue on January 17th on what would have been her 100th birthday!

As many of you know, Betty White LOVED animals and was an avid supporter of animal rights groups, humane societies, shelters, and more.

To commemorate the love Betty had for animals and to show our love for the one and only Betty, we have teamed up with Mountain Pet Rescue for a Betty White celebration of life.

Mountain Pet Rescue will bring adoptable animals to Down Dog, along with some of their merch!

We encourage humans and animals to dress up like Betty (if you’d like)! Best Betty costume will win a $25 Down Dog gift card and a Mountain Pet Shirt.

Thursday, January 20, 2022
Pint Night
Jan 20 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Pint Night

$1 off draft beers every Thursday!

Friday, January 21, 2022
YOU CAN’T BUY LOVE BUT YOU CAN ADOPT IT Photo Contest
Jan 21 all-day
online

Photography Contest Submission

ELIGIBILITY: Anyone with a camera who has given a home to a homeless pet!

ENTRY PERIOD: Now – February 6th. Entries submitted before or after the Entry Period will not be eligible.

WHAT TO ENTER: Blue Ridge Humane Society is committed to reducing the overpopulation of companion animals and to improve their quality of life through adoption, collaboration, and community education. For our “You Can’t Buy Love But You Can Rescue It” Photo Contest, we’d like for you to submit a photo of your rescue pet. Show us what a homeless pet’s second chance at a happily-ever-after looks like!

HOW TO ENTER: All images must be submitted following the steps on the registration form on the Blue Ridge Humane Society website. We kindly ask for a $15 donation per each photo entry. 100% of each donation will go directly to the care and services for the animals at our shelter. You may enter as many photos as you would like.

JUDGING: Photos will be judged by a panel of local community members. BRHS will notify the winners by February 11, 2022. An awards reception will be held on Thursday, February 17th at Dry Falls Brewing with the top three overall and 10 runner up photos on display.

WINNERS: All winning photos will be on display at Dry Falls Brewing starting February 17th. Prizes will be awarded for the top three with display at Dry Falls and online, with the 10 honorable mentions also on display at Dry Falls at the contest reception.

 

Saturday, January 22, 2022
YOU CAN’T BUY LOVE BUT YOU CAN ADOPT IT Photo Contest
Jan 22 all-day
online

Photography Contest Submission

ELIGIBILITY: Anyone with a camera who has given a home to a homeless pet!

ENTRY PERIOD: Now – February 6th. Entries submitted before or after the Entry Period will not be eligible.

WHAT TO ENTER: Blue Ridge Humane Society is committed to reducing the overpopulation of companion animals and to improve their quality of life through adoption, collaboration, and community education. For our “You Can’t Buy Love But You Can Rescue It” Photo Contest, we’d like for you to submit a photo of your rescue pet. Show us what a homeless pet’s second chance at a happily-ever-after looks like!

HOW TO ENTER: All images must be submitted following the steps on the registration form on the Blue Ridge Humane Society website. We kindly ask for a $15 donation per each photo entry. 100% of each donation will go directly to the care and services for the animals at our shelter. You may enter as many photos as you would like.

JUDGING: Photos will be judged by a panel of local community members. BRHS will notify the winners by February 11, 2022. An awards reception will be held on Thursday, February 17th at Dry Falls Brewing with the top three overall and 10 runner up photos on display.

WINNERS: All winning photos will be on display at Dry Falls Brewing starting February 17th. Prizes will be awarded for the top three with display at Dry Falls and online, with the 10 honorable mentions also on display at Dry Falls at the contest reception.

 

Free Pet Food Giveaway
Jan 22 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Boys + Girls Club of Henderson County

Blue Ridge Humane is excited offer a free pet food giveaway at the Boys and Girls Club of Henderson County. Supplies will be given out while they last, first come, first serve. Social distancing and protective measures will be taken by all staff and we ask the public to follow CDC recommendations.
Food will be distributed car-side, so all you need to do is pull up and we’ll direct you from there! Staff will get your info (zipcode, number and type of pet), and place the food in your car trunk.
Even if you don’t need free pet food please share so those that might need supplies can come!
Sunday, January 23, 2022
YOU CAN’T BUY LOVE BUT YOU CAN ADOPT IT Photo Contest
Jan 23 all-day
online

Photography Contest Submission

ELIGIBILITY: Anyone with a camera who has given a home to a homeless pet!

ENTRY PERIOD: Now – February 6th. Entries submitted before or after the Entry Period will not be eligible.

WHAT TO ENTER: Blue Ridge Humane Society is committed to reducing the overpopulation of companion animals and to improve their quality of life through adoption, collaboration, and community education. For our “You Can’t Buy Love But You Can Rescue It” Photo Contest, we’d like for you to submit a photo of your rescue pet. Show us what a homeless pet’s second chance at a happily-ever-after looks like!

HOW TO ENTER: All images must be submitted following the steps on the registration form on the Blue Ridge Humane Society website. We kindly ask for a $15 donation per each photo entry. 100% of each donation will go directly to the care and services for the animals at our shelter. You may enter as many photos as you would like.

JUDGING: Photos will be judged by a panel of local community members. BRHS will notify the winners by February 11, 2022. An awards reception will be held on Thursday, February 17th at Dry Falls Brewing with the top three overall and 10 runner up photos on display.

WINNERS: All winning photos will be on display at Dry Falls Brewing starting February 17th. Prizes will be awarded for the top three with display at Dry Falls and online, with the 10 honorable mentions also on display at Dry Falls at the contest reception.