Calendar of Events
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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We will be showing all the USA World Cup games on the largest screens in town
$1 off draft beers every Thursday!
Imagine a solid trivia stack with a magnetic host in an outdoor intimate setting. Then add the excitement of BYOB and pedaling around the City on a one-of-a-kind contraption.
Kinda like if Willy Wonka did Trivia… you will be completely entertained, with no sense left unfulfilled.
And come back for more as we have several questions sets available with a good ole just for locals option!
Trivia tours seat up to 15 people, 1.5 or 40 mins hours long. Bring your own beer in cans or wine and your thinking while drinking caps on let’s do this thing!
This holiday season, visit Tryon Resort’s Winterfest Village to find festive fun for the entire family. Meet Santa and your favorite Who-ville characters with your Winterfest Village ticket, or come enjoy free live music and character interactions in Legends Plaza. There is something to get every member of the family in the holiday spirit!
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6:00pm – 8:00pm
Open mic comedy every Thursday from 6-8pm at Ginger’s Revenge Tasting Room.
Rotating hosts each week Clay Jones, James Burks and Katy Hudson
No cover
Signup starts at 5:30, and signup order will not necessarily be show order. Each comic gets 5 mins of stage time
- We are so grateful to all of our partners who are helping us during this critical time by providing various ways for people to get involved and help provide meals for neighbors this holiday season. Read through the list below to find out ways you can get involved.
- Whole Foods’ Round-Up Campaign (11/30 – 12/20): Whole Foods shoppers are invited to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar. Whole Foods will also match a donation to MANNA when a customer buys a locally made product.
Iconic songwriter Louisa Branscomb is a visionary and pioneer for songwriters and women musicians. Louisa was the first women to front a band in bluegrass, play banjo, and while also writing most of the band’s material. Distinctions include 3 IBMA Awards, two Grammy cuts (Alison Krauss and John Denver), Song of the Year Awards (“Dear Sister,” with Lynch, recorded by Lynch), (“Steel Rails,” recorded by Alison Krauss), and over 250 recorded originals, many holding top 10 chart positions for a year or more. She is joined by award winning vocalists and songwriters Jeanette and Johnny Williams and flat picking guitar champion Allen Shadd, to provide a show that’s elegant while down to earth, refined while power packed. As one fan remarked “it’s more than a show, it’s an experience, and unforgettable.”
Wyatt Easterling’s decades of success in the music industry includes a myriad of roles from performer to songwriter, and as an executive of both a major record label and publishing company. This wealth of experience and accompanying success in all these varying facets of the industry, give him a unique and valuable understanding of the music business.
Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at the Isis Music Hall.
Darren Nicholson Band is a group of Appalachian musicians who have common respect for and love of American acoustic music. There are GRAMMY and award-winning musicians in this band, and the members each have long track records as credible, national performers; including performances at Carnegie Hall and the Grand Ole Opry. They are known for creatively blending Bluegrass, Folk, Gospel, and Swing, into a new American acoustic music experience. Darren was recently given the “key to the city” in Canton, NC where he was honored for his musical and civic contributions to the community. Recently off Five national #1 songs and more than a dozen top-ten songs, 5 IBMA nominations, 3 IBMA Wins Including Album of the Year, Darren is excited to announce a handful of special dates with some bluegrass all-stars.
Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at Isis Music Hall . Advanced Reservations are highly recommended.
Equipped with catchy hooks and powerhouse vocals, Couch aims to reshape familiar pop tropes in fresh ways. The Boston-based septet infuses pop songs with funk, R&B, jazz, and rock influences. Their vibrant sound is further defined by the members’ personal training in jazz, a cappella, and musical theatre.
Until Spring 2021, Couch members were scattered across the country at various universities; they tackled the challenges of being a “long-distance” band, writing and even recording virtually for three years. Despite these challenges, they celebrated the release of their debut EP, “COUCH,” in February 2021. The band injected each track with their signature flavor: expressive horns, warm vocals, and bubbling synths—crafting an oasis of joy for musicians and non-musicians alike.
see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
Capacity is limited.
Tasting room by reservation only. Make reservations in-person on the day of your Winery visit.
To participate in this activity, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
Reservations are required for all wine tastings and must be made on the day of your visit. Because our complimentary wine tastings fill up quickly, we recommend you reserve your tasting when you arrive for your visit.
Join us for the LAST Thunderstruck Coffee Porter Release Party! Our partners at Highland Brewing Company are retiring the Thunderstruck brew and will send it off with a special retirement party. As with all of Highland Brewing Company’s seasonal releases, a dollar from every pint of Thunderstruck poured at the Taproom on Friday will go to benefit Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.
We will be showing all the USA World Cup games on the largest screens in town
This holiday season, visit Tryon Resort’s Winterfest Village to find festive fun for the entire family. Meet Santa and your favorite Who-ville characters with your Winterfest Village ticket, or come enjoy free live music and character interactions in Legends Plaza. There is something to get every member of the family in the holiday spirit!
- We are so grateful to all of our partners who are helping us during this critical time by providing various ways for people to get involved and help provide meals for neighbors this holiday season. Read through the list below to find out ways you can get involved.
- Whole Foods’ Round-Up Campaign (11/30 – 12/20): Whole Foods shoppers are invited to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar. Whole Foods will also match a donation to MANNA when a customer buys a locally made product.
Over the years, JP (Jonathan Pearlman) has produced many Tribute Shows under the “Alien Music Club” pseudonym. When he’s not producing shows and writing original material, he acts as Musical Director for the popular “Asheville Sessions” series at Isis Music Hall and can often be seen on guitar in many local venues. Tonight, he’s put together a stellar lineup with Taylor Pierson on piano, Zack Page on bass, Ben Colvin on sax and Justin Watt on drums. JP steps out into the spotlight to bring you “Tom Waits: The Early Years” – A very hip Tribute to Tom Waits, A neo-beatnik songwriter who grew weirder and wilder in the ’80s, earning a cult following that only grew larger as the years passed. Brought to you by Isis Music Hall in their intimate, upstairs Lounge, we know you’re gonna love it!
Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at the Isis. Reservations are highly recommended.
Reserved Tickets for the Lounge are available with dinner reservations only :::: There is a $20 minimum in food and beverage purchases per person with your dinner reservation :: Seating will be limited :: You MUST call venue (828-575-2737) to make a dinner reservation and purchase your tickets.
Shakedown Lounge announces its grand opening party on December 16, 2022, starting at 7:00 p.m., with live music by the Lactones, drink specials, and free samples of new product offerings. The event is free and open to the public ages 18 and up.
Shakedown Lounge is open now Wednesday-Monday 4 p.m.-11 p.m., offering traditionally-prepared kava kava, as well as herbal teas, CBD/hemp edibles, lotus drinks, and coffee. The focus is on top-quality products and community through conversation, live music, poetry, and art, in an alcohol-free environment. The lounge provides a comfortable and relaxing setting for all of this. Shakedown Lounge came about when several long-time employees at Sovereign Kava got together to open their own spot in Hendersonville. www.shakedownlounge.com
Lactones is an underground drip noise band from Asheville, NC, that got their start performing at kava bars, perfecting their own blend of spacious atmospheric rock fusion that has been captivating audiences for nearly a decade. @kavalactonesmusic www.lactonesmusic.com
Poetry Open Mic Hendo is the all-new sister event of Poetry Open Mic Asheville, the longest-running open mic in Western North Carolina. Poetry Open Mic Hendo happens every Thursday at 7:30 p.m., at Shakedown Lounge. Performers are encouraged to arrive early to sign up. This poetry-centered event welcomes all people and all forms of creative expression. Look out for frequent featured guests, drink specials for performers, good entertainment, and lots more open mic to come.
– ALL AGES
– PARTIALLY SEATED SHOW
– SEATED AND STANDING ROOM ONLY TICKETS AVAILABLE
AMANDA ANNE PLATT & THE HONEYCUTTERS
Salvation Army Santas, hard liquor, new classics and some old country standbys make up the Honeycutters’ Holiday Spectacular. After the 2019 release of their EP, “Christmas on a Greyhound Bus,” Amanda Anne Platt and her band took to the road bringing with them a holiday show that is both irreverent and heartwarming. The spectacular is back for 2022, with some new tunes in tow from their latest studio album, “The Devil and The Deep Blue Sea.”
The music of Asheville, North Carolina based outfit Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters is nuanced, bringing insight and wit to the stories Platt tells through songwriting. Lyrically driven, the band’s country roots music often inspires introspection, whether it be about life on the road, heartache or hope.
There is an empathetic and charming wit ingrained in Platt’s songwriting. She has a knack for accessing a deep well of emotion and applying it to her story-telling, whether she is writing from her own experiences or immersing herself into the melody of emotions in another person’s life.
Experience the joy and magic of the holiday season through music and song with A Celtic Celebration with The Reel Sisters on the Main Stage at Isis Music Hall on Friday, December 16th.
The Reel Sisters enchant audiences and will bring you the mystery and magic of the winter holidays with their captivating music of harp, pipes, whistle, and song. Christmas favorites paired with traditional tunes from the Celtic lands and Appalachia will leave your heart full and your toes tapping! The Sisters’ approachable, lighthearted personalities create a unique musical experience that will leave you feeling inspired, contented, and full of good cheer. In the spirit of the season, the Sisters have invited along their nearest and dearest to join them on stage for an intimate and endearing tribute to the holiday season at Isis Music Hall. Join us for dinner and a drink and let us share music, friendship, and the joy of the holiday season. Reservations are recommended as seating is limited.
The Reel Sisters are a duo steeped in the musical tradition of Scottish harp and smallpipes. Piper Rosalind Buda and harpist Kelly Brzozowski share lifetimes of experience in the traditional music community and the technical expertise of classical training. The Reel Sisters’ music is uplifting, stirring, and just sweet fun. The music binds them together and connects them deeply to their audiences. Come and get in the Christmas spirit with The Reel Sisters!
see the beautiful holiday decorations and lights. Plus find lots of great gifts at the many local shops and businesses
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.
Santa Claus is coming (back) to the Town Square! This Saturday, December 17th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. bring the whole family to Leo’s Italian Social to dine and visit with Santa inside the restaurant. Enjoy a delicious brunch before venturing out to complete your holiday shopping at Biltmore Park. Don’t forget your camera to capture those magical, memorable moments.
Capacity is limited.
Tasting room by reservation only. Make reservations in-person on the day of your Winery visit.
To participate in this activity, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
Reservations are required for all wine tastings and must be made on the day of your visit. Because our complimentary wine tastings fill up quickly, we recommend you reserve your tasting when you arrive for your visit.
We will be showing all the USA World Cup games on the largest screens in town
This holiday season, visit Tryon Resort’s Winterfest Village to find festive fun for the entire family. Meet Santa and your favorite Who-ville characters with your Winterfest Village ticket, or come enjoy free live music and character interactions in Legends Plaza. There is something to get every member of the family in the holiday spirit!
- We are so grateful to all of our partners who are helping us during this critical time by providing various ways for people to get involved and help provide meals for neighbors this holiday season. Read through the list below to find out ways you can get involved.
- Whole Foods’ Round-Up Campaign (11/30 – 12/20): Whole Foods shoppers are invited to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar. Whole Foods will also match a donation to MANNA when a customer buys a locally made product.