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.
Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.
Support our schools on March 14th! From 4pm-9pm. Farm Burger Downtown Asheville is donating 10% of proceeds to the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) club at A.C. Reynolds High School. Money raised will help fund their field trip to the State Leadership Conference!
#supportourschools #localfundraising #kidsrule #educationmatters #fieldtrip #FCCLA #schoolclubs #fundourstudents
https://www.facebook.com/events/942828396108058/
Come in to enjoy creating memories with us during a time that your dollars go farther! Half-off games and attractions after 4pm. See y’all soon!
https://www.facebook.com/events/582585695548471/?event_time_id=582585718881802
Thursdays are Jazz and Wine night! Come enjoy an evening of 1$ off wine specials, live Jazz from 6-8pm, and delicious food by Food Stop Food Truck!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2305712789446907/?event_time_id=2305712822780237
WEDNESDAY
5pm Teen Contemporary with Melvin
$50 4 week series. Starts Jan. 9
THURSDAY
4pm Kids Hip Hop Series with Lisa
Semester runs 1/17/19 – 5/16/19
$50/month or $160/semester
5pm Teen Hip Hop Series with Lisa
Semester runs 1/17/19 – 5/16/19
$50/month or $160/semester
https://www.facebook.com/events/368264583936462/?event_time_id=368264660603121
Join us for an open house of the Huguenot Mill at the Peace Center on March 14 from 4:30-7:30 pm. Built in 1882, our historic space will be dressed to impress to help you envision your big day. Vendors will be on site, and Peace Center representatives will be available to answer questions.
Arrive at any time. Admission is complimentary and includes a welcome drink and light fare for tasting.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1056151607902591/
Treat yourself to a 3 course prix-fixe menu for $30. Every Thursday from January thru April! The menu will feature Executive Chef Nate Sargent’s seasonally-inspired creations. Choose between two appetizers, two entrées and two decadent desserts.
This menu is too good to pass up! To view the current menu of the week, please visit our website at HLIresort.com/seasons
To make a reservation, please call
828.696.9094 or 800.758.8130
https://www.facebook.com/events/773226993029121/?event_time_id=773227026362451
Come grab a burger, side and a year round brew for $12 every Thursday starting November 1st. From 5-8PM you can get this special deal from The Hungry Ghost. Join in on #BGtrivia @ 6:30PM for a night of fun and food.
Beer options include:
IPA
Pale Ale
LAGA (Light American Golden Ale)
English Porter
Grapefruit IPA
Mango IPA
https://www.facebook.com/events/353635038713926/?event_time_id=353635092047254
Introducing our newest weekly entertainment – Canned Heat. An all-vinyl DJ night with Death Jam Jasper. Every genre. Every artist. Every Thursday. Super chill.
BONUS – two rotating beers will be on sale for $3/pint all day, every Thursday.
https://www.facebook.com/events/238186547045957/?event_time_id=294846031380008
Moe’s on Merrimon Ave will donate 10% of sales from 5pm-8pm to IC Imagine Band! No fliers needed, just come out to enjoy dinner with other IC Imagine families and tell all of your friends to do the same!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/319652415567795/
Symmetry Financial Group, AdventHealth Hendersonville and Native Kitchen and Social Pub present the Break the Silence Speaker Series: Me Too Movement Founder Tarana Burke on Thursday, March 14, 2019, at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel. This event is a fundraiser for all Our VOICE programs and services for survivors of sexual assault as well as Our VOICE’s prevention and education programs.
To purchase tickets, go to https://ourvoicenc.ticketbud.com/break-the-silence-speakers-series-featuring-me-too-founder-tarana-burke
Individual tickets – $35
Student tickets – $10 (limited availability)
VIP tickets – $100
VIP ticket holders receive special benefits and will have an opportunity to meet Tarana Burke at the reception! Enjoy a special entrance at the Renaissance Hotel, VIP check-in, VIP entrance to the Conference Center, and preferred seating for the program. Immediately following the program, please join us for the VIP Champagne Reception on the 12th floor of the Renaissance Hotel, in the newly remodeled Top of the Plaza event space, with a stunning view of Asheville at night. The VIP Champagne Reception is a catered event by the chef of the Renaissance Hotel, featuring passed hors d’oeuvres both savory and sweet, music, champagne and wine. Mix and mingle with friends, reflect on the evening, and meet Tarana Burke!
From her perspective as a survivor and a silence-breaker, Tarana will talk about what it takes to turn a moment into a movement and will inspire us to take action to create a community free from sexual violence.
Partner with Our VOICE in this fundraising event! For more information, including sponsorship information, go to ourvoicenc.org/events/speakerseries
https://www.facebook.com/events/2016240425164241/
We’re starting up our monthly Pint Nights at our Asheville taproom again in March with Asheville Cat Weirdos!
***Please note!!! Pint Nights begin at 5PM. Glasses will not be on site prior to 5PM. One glass per customer while supplies last.***
Join us on each Thursday for Pint Night. Buy the featured beer and keep the glass, each representing a cat from the Asheville Cat Weirdos Facebook group. We’ll donate 10% of our sales from each pint night to the Asheville Cat Weirdos Emergency Fund!
Here are the kitties, their owners, and beer features in order:
Sansa, Laura Kelley – Sweet Mild O’ Mine English Mild
Lars, Mallory Uzel – Starman Biere de Mars
Fuzz Aldrin, Lisa-Marie Bredehorst – Black Currant Gose
Rorschach, Emili ‘Davidson’ McMakin – Another Case of Brutality Brut IPA
We hope you join us in drinking for a cause and supporting this local nonprofit. Cheers!
https://www.facebook.com/events/289560371720582/?event_time_id=289560375053915
Winter can be the most beautiful time of the year at Chimney Rock. Leafless trees make for expansive views of Lake Lure and the Hickory Nut Gorge. The sky is clear; you’re likely to find a quiet spot to sit and enjoy the peacefulness. You may even see a critter scamper by you in the forest. Capture that special moment or scene on your camera, enter it in our Winter Wonders Photo Contest and tell us about it. We’ll use the winning entries on our website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.
Cost: No additional cost to enter.
https://www.facebook.com/events/265403914135277/?event_time_id=265403950801940
Join us for our March social at Sovereign Remedies on March 14th from 5:30-7:30pm. Specials will include the $9 “Young Professional” cocktail, as well as snack boards for our guests. See you there!
https://www.facebook.com/events/716669358711760/
“Oyster, Oyster” is back at Legends. Join us every Thursday night at Legends on the Lake starting at 5:30pm. Fresh $.60 Oyster Raw Bar. And Chef features from the kitchen including:
• Oysters Rockefeller
• Oyster Scampi
For details, please call 828.694.3045.
https://www.facebook.com/events/379711562563277/?event_time_id=379711575896609
Druminyasa returns to Greenville SC! Feel the rhythms of the drums as you connect breath, heartbeat, mind & body to a vinyasa flow led by Laura Messer and beats by percussionist Brad Ellsworth of Druminyasa (Wanderlust, Asheville Yoga Festival). Melt into the end of your practice with an extended savasana drum sound bath to ultimately relax your body and enlighten your mind.
https://www.facebook.com/events/289308211730779/
Be sure to stop by The Hop West to get a scoop of delicious ice cream! 50% of all proceeds will be donated to the YMCA Annual Campaign.
https://www.facebook.com/events/250304805849829/
“Nobody has ever measured, not even poets, how much the heart can hold.” Zelda Fitzgerald.
It’s Zelda Fitzgerald Day in Asheville!
Malady or Motivation, what can Zelda and local artists teach us about trauma and creativity? A discussion hosted by Dr. Daniel Johnson MD, who will offer a presentation on the link between creativity, mental illness and recovery, with a panel discussion with local artists.
Program is free and held in our auditorium downstairs.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1218813874939727/
Asheville GreenWorks Neighborhood TreeKeeper Training is a six-week workshop series designed to teach you everything you need to know to care for the urban trees in your community. We are looking for applicants who are at least 18 years old and live in Asheville or the surrounding area. **Please only apply if you can commit to all six workshops!** After completion, participants will have the opportunity to apply for a small neighborhood grant.
February 21 – Trees 201. Instructor Alison Arnold.
February 28 – Tree Planting and Maintenance. Instructor Eric Bradford.
March 7 – Insect & Disease Management. Instructor Andrew Wagoner.
March 14 – Tree Risk Assessment and Management. Instructor Scott Alba.
March 21 – Understanding and Planning for Tree Protection During Construction Projects. Instructor TBA.
March 28 – Roles & Responsibilities of being a Neighborhood Tree Steward. Instructor Eric Bradford.
Apply here for this series: https://goo.gl/forms/1NMNnq8d6hZLbfiF3
Funding for Asheville GreenWorks’ Tree Workshops provided by the NC Forest Service and Duke Energy.
#loveyourtrees #urbanforest #AGWTrees
https://www.facebook.com/events/529656474110406/?event_time_id=529656480777072
An understanding of the chemical structures in plants is advantageous to produce the most effective herbal preparations. This introduction to botanical constituents will be taught in simple and accessible terminology. Participants will learn about polysaccharides, polyphenols, phytoestrogens, alkaloids, tannins, resins, and volatile oils, as well as how best to extract, deliver, and preserve these constituents. This class will help anyone interested in the science of plant medicine better understand how the constituents of commonly used botanicals influence human health and physiology. An extensive background in chemistry is not needed to benefit from this material – anyone with an interest in learning more about the inner mysteries of botanicals is welcome to attend!
Note: this is one course over three days, not three sessions of one course!
A-B Tech, Enka in the Small Business Center
Section: SEF-9098-915BW
$125
https://www.facebook.com/events/255042285397972/
We have a fundraiser for Post 2 tentatively scheduled for Thursday, March 14 at:
Catawba Brewing Company – South Slope
32 Banks Avenue #105
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
Exact times will be posted later.
The beer release for that day will be an Irish Stout. $1 from each pint sold that day goes to Post 2.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2585829584976881/
The Asheville Marathon and Half Training Group will have weekly technique and Hill Training on Thursday evenings at 6pm at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Parking Lot – OLLI – UNCA.
Each workout will last one hour. During these workout sessions we will be doing some hill interval training (everyone’s favorite) to improve your hill technique as well as your conditioning.
If you haven’t already registered for the marathon or half marathon training group, you can sign up online and attend these technique and hill trainings and our weekeng long runs. Find out more here –> http://ashevillemarathon.com/community/training/
https://www.facebook.com/events/2133268403589289/?event_time_id=2133268443589285
Patrick Dodd, a fan-favorite contestant from The Voice, will be joining us every Thursday to rock out with his band and the occasional special guest. Swing on by the Tasting Room for some southern-styled rock and jam influenced tunes, $3 pints of Highland Pilsner, and a limited small batch brew that we like to call For the Love of Dodd!
About Patrick Dodd
After years of honing his chops on Beale Street in Memphis, TN, Native Memphian, Patrick Dodd was recently thrust into the national spotlight as a contestant on NBC’s The Voice. Viewers loved his signature rasping growl that echoes with soul and heartfelt rocking rhythm that Dodd displayed on stage for a worldwide audience to hear! Viewers cried “Foul” when Dodd was eliminated from the show and demanded that he get on the road and tour.
Patrick and his band have been influenced by such gifted players as Gregg Allman, The Black Crowes, The Black Keys, Gov’t Mule and Derek Trucks along with soul icons like Steve Wonder and Ray Charles. The group gets every room moving, from the first note to the final guitar flourishes.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2288090488099272/?event_time_id=2288090528099268
Hello Neighbors!
Please plan to attend the East End/Valley Street Neighborhood Association meeting Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 6:00pm at St. James AME Church in the fellowship hall, corner of MLK and Hildebrand Street. Representatives from the City of Asheville and the soccer team will be there for a discussion about Mountainside Park and Memorial Stadium. We will also have a discussion about speeding on MLK.
See you there!
https://www.facebook.com/events/249268625976716/
Join us for trivia every Thursday at 6. Check each date for our new theme!
Think you know your stuff? We’ll call your bluff!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1231329450367252/?event_time_id=1231329483700582
These are our regular Public Events. If you want to schedule a private session you can here: https://www.betterthanunicorns.com/play-vr/
We pick the games, you pay a flat admission fee of $15 ($10 for students) and jam!
Come early… we will queue players up as you show up!
Sign our waiver, rules, and media release ahead of time here: https://www.betterthanunicorns.com/play-vr/
Bring your friends and #getyourheadinthegame!
Become a Patreon to join our inner circle to explore how deep the immersive rabbit hole goes: https://www.patreon.com/betterthanunicorns!
https://www.facebook.com/events/302734167026800/?event_time_id=302734273693456
The adventure loving ladies at Frugal Backpacker have partnered with Girls Who Hike to present an intro to backpacking class specifically tailored to women’s needs.
We’ll cover selecting the right gear, planning a trip, outdoor safety basics, feminine hygiene in the outdoors, and more.
Is there a specific topic you’d like to see covered? Let us know in the Facebook discussion.
The $10 registration fee will be donated to a local non profit that supports the outdoors. We’ll be taking nominations for your favorite organizations. All attendees will snag a hiking swag bag!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2098216720469249/
Join Buncombe Young Democrats for our monthly meeting on the second Thursday of the month. We will discuss upcoming projects and ways to get involved.
Stay afterward to hang out and enjoy some of THE BLOCK off biltmore’s drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and vegan snacks for purchase.
See you there!
PARKING TIPS: The parking lot next to Pack’s Tavern and metered street parking are free starting at 6pm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1999143303723048/
ATTENTION LADIES!
LEARNING SESSIONS at Ladies Workout Asheville & LivPulse Asheville! Are you just starting your Fitness Journey? Join Our 21-Day Cardio Building with Spinning, Mat Science Deep Fiber Core Activation, and finally use TRX For Total Body Strength! Learn each basic movement and build smart! We want you to form a healthy habit and REALLY learn! Starts Feb 26th! 2 lessons per week for 3 weeks ONLY $65.00!
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 hour sessions 6:15pm-7:15pm
Use Heart Rate Training and Learn Movements to Activate your Core! PERFECT COMBO! Open to the public. Spaces Limited. Any questions call 828-298-4667. Hurry $65 now.
Register here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eg3kobka335e1dec&oseq=&c=&ch=
✅Learn how to Activate your Deep Core Muscles because this is “the POWERHOUSE” for all basic body movements.
✅Train from within, learn.
✅Learn Cardio Building with Heart Rate Monitors. Don’t Over-train or Under-Train. Know.
✅Learn how to Train for Cardio Strength, Cardio Endurance, and quicker recovery.
Learn Ladies. Build Cardio and Core! Great for beginners!
Learn more here: https://www.ladiesworkoutasheville.com/
This Beginner Exotic Pole class is an introductory class that teaches the sultry, sexy side of Pole dance. Choreographed routines will include plenty of body waves, hair whips, heel clacks, booty pops, and so much more! Learn how to lead movement with confidence, fluidity, and expression.
What to wear:
*Heels
*Leg warmers or knee pads
*Booty shorts
*Don’t be afraid to bump up your outfit a bit. The sexier the better!
Sign up here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=330572&stype=-104&sView=day&sLoc=0
https://www.facebook.com/events/385160025606417/?event_time_id=385160038939749
Beginning Stained Glass: Foil Method!
Four-week series at MACA ?
Instructor: Catherine Bruggeman
Course Questions: 910.915.9104
Registration 828.652.8610 or at mcdowellarts.org
Location: MACA 50 S Main st. Marion, NC
Times: Thursdays in March | March 7, 14, 21, & 28 | 6:30-8:30 pm
Cost: $135.00
This is a 4-week beginner’s course in handcrafting stained glass
panels. Sessions will meet from 6:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, March
7, 14, 21, and 28th
Students will get an overview of the history, design, methods and techniques used in designing and creating stained glass windows. Students will complete a 14×14 inch quilt block pattern and use their choice of colors. Background color will be Single Glue Chip Clear to make your design POP! Students learn by hands on application as they are instructed on a step by step approach to; selecting glass color and texture, preparing the pattern, “cutting” (scoring) glass, foiling, staging and soldering, and finally, cleaning, finishing, framing and displaying the panel.
Syllabus
Week 1 History, Construction Methods, Pattern Selection, Glass Selection, and pattern Prep., Number and Cut.
-Complete all steps to begin “cutting” next week. Students can complete their pattern prep at home if time does not allow.
Week 2 We Score! (“cut” practice glass)
Use of Pliers, Breaking techniques, Pattern Placement, Number, “Cut” and clean all pieces. Discuss Foil method, types of foil.
-All pieces must be “cut” during session. Careful with drinks- glass
flies!
Week 3 Foil all pieces and “map” Placement, accurately fit.
-Complete all foiling and placement-ready to solder. Homework, can complete foiling at home if necessary.
Week 4 Solder! Flux, Tack and bead panel, flip, repeat! Add hanging Hardware, Clean and patina (Optional), Show off!!! Picture Time.
-No snacks tonight! You may transfer some chemicals with your hands. You will be framing the project with wood (optional).
Supplied by Instructor for use during the class.
1. Pattern, Choice of Glass, Pattern Scissors (if necessary), Paper and sharpies, Glass cutters and oil, paper
towels and cloths, Breaking and Grozing Pliers, Running Pliers, Adhesive backed Copper Foil,
Burnishing tool, Project “board”, Flux and Flux Brush, Solder and soldering Iron, Whiting (cleaning
material for class) and brushes, Patina (optional), Hang rings or Wood frame.
2. Safety Goggles, BANDAIDES! Yup- you will need them at least once during the 4 sessions? Aprons.
3. Weekly Handouts with tips and tricks.
4. FABULOUS instruction and Fun!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2361904214039437/?event_time_id=2361904217372770