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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Friday, July 12, 2019
Eyes Up Here Comedy (late show)
Jul 12 @ 9:30 pm
Fleetwood's

Eyes Up Here Comedy is back!!! The amazing Erin Terry is back in Asheville with another group of incredible femme comics from all over the South East!
Featuring Allie Steinhoff, Morgan Bost, Chloë Marie Stillwell and more!

Sponsored by Hi-Wire Brewing & BRÖÖ Craft Beer Hair

Don’t forget to bring items to donate to the Homeless Period Project for chances to win great prizes from BRÖÖ and Hi-Wire Brewing!

All VIP tickets will receive a gift bag from BRÖÖ and VIP seating at the shows, but limited number of VIP seats available!

Tickets:
Early Show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-early-show-tickets-64587077688
Early VIP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-early-show-vip-ticket-tickets-64587138871

Late Show: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-late-show-tickets-64587169964
Late VIP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-late-show-vip-ticket-tickets-64587264246

Saturday, July 13, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 13 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Cool Summer Nights
Jul 13 @ 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Every Saturday in July the park stays open late, until 9:00 p.m., so you can make more time for family memories. Enjoy evening train and stage shows, rides at dusk, and fun throughout the park.

Sunday, July 14, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 14 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Monday, July 15, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 15 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Tuesday, July 16, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 16 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 17 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Thursday, July 18, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 18 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Friday, July 19, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 19 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Saturday, July 20, 2019
Liquidlogic Kayak Raffle in Support of RiverLink
Jul 20 all-day

 

RiverFest 2019 is less than two weeks! As part of our RiverFest celebrations this year we will be raffling off two kayaks from Liquidlogic. Funds raised from the raffle will support our work to revitalize the French Broad River and watershed.

 

Tickets are $10 for 10 or 25 for $20. Purchase your tickets here.

Cool Summer Nights
Jul 20 @ 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Every Saturday in July the park stays open late, until 9:00 p.m., so you can make more time for family memories. Enjoy evening train and stage shows, rides at dusk, and fun throughout the park.

Friends of the Smokies Stomp
Jul 20 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
HIckory Nut Gap Farm

Put on your dancing boots and join Friends of the Smokies for the 2nd annual “Smokies Stomp” Barn Party just outside of Asheville, NC. The Smokies Stomp supports projects and programs in Great Smoky Mountains National Park like Parks As Classrooms, which brings thousands of schoolchildren into the Smokies every year. Folks will be treated to a gourmet farm-to-table dinner, live music, drinks, square dancing, and the opportunity to visit with rangers from the National Park Service. So come on out for fun and fundraising at the Smokies Stomp Barn Party!

Thursday, July 25, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 25 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

City Dance
Jul 25 @ 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, July 26, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 26 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Saturday, July 27, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 27 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Exploring Appalachia (Day Trip Package)
Jul 27 @ 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
Hickory Nut Gap Farm

Discover the beauty of the Appalachia’s both wild and rural. Your day begins with the expansive views of Chimney Rock State Park where your group is welcome to enjoy one of the many leisure or intensive hiking trails on the property. Lunch at the award-winning Old Rock Cafe is included with this package to enjoy at your leisure after 11am. At 2pm, join the park’s animal educators for the Animal Encounter, an interactive experience where you can touch, feel, and learn about the wildlife at the park. After meeting the animals of the wild, your group will drive an easy 20 minutes North up 74A for the evening portion of your day trip.

Starting at 4pm, your evening encounter begins with an in-depth tour of the farm’s history and agricultural model along with a meet-and-greet of our farm animals. Choose our standard top-tier tour or upgrade to a horseback ride for an intimate farm experience. Immediately following the tour, your group will be treated to a plated Farm-to-Fork meal prepared by our expert catering chef including an adult beverage of your choice. Finish the day with engaging conversations and gorgeous long-range views as the sun sets.

Cool Summer Nights
Jul 27 @ 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tweetsie Railroad

Every Saturday in July the park stays open late, until 9:00 p.m., so you can make more time for family memories. Enjoy evening train and stage shows, rides at dusk, and fun throughout the park.

Guided Walking Tour (High Impact)
Jul 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Hickory Nut Gap Farm

This tour goes exploring through our 80 acres of working farmland. Head to the top of UFO hill for a spectacular view, walk alongside the creek through forest, see the grazing animals on pasture, and learn about regenerative agriculture. You will get an overview of our farm history but a more in-depth look at our farming practices. We will be traversing over rough terrain, so suitable hiking attire is suggested.

Sunday, July 28, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 28 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

K-9s In Flight Frisbee Dogs
Jul 28 all-day
Tweetsie Railroad

These incredible dogs have delighted audiences nationwide at halftime shows and on television. Don’t miss them live at Tweetsie Railroad! Shows at 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Saturday evening show at 7:00 p.m.

Monday, July 29, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 29 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 30 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Jul 31 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Thursday, August 1, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Aug 1 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Friday, August 2, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Aug 2 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Saturday, August 3, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Aug 3 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!

Lace up! Register Now for LEAF Art Dash 5K
Aug 3 all-day
Pack Square

RUN YOUR ASH OFF for Cultural Arts Education!
Your run (or walk) 100% supports LEAF Schools & Streets
Saturday, August 3rd @ 9am

Lace up your shoes for the LEAF ART DASH,
for an art filled family-friendly 5K in downtown Asheville.
Costumes Encouraged | Pets Welcome
Art Dash kicks off Saturday LEAF Downtown AVL festivities!

This 3.1 mi COURSE will travel through the city,
complete with live roaming Artists & interactive arts.
It feels like a LEAF Parade! 
#RunYourAshOff

Model Airplane Show
Aug 3 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Buncombe County Sports Park

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The Asheville-Buncombe Aeromodelers R/C Flying Club in cooperation with Buncombe County Recreation Services present the annual Flying Model Demo & Exhibit.

Weather permitting, there will be:
– Flying demonstrations, possibly including:
– Electric Ducted Fan (EDF) Jets
– Helicopters
– Quad Racers
– Ultra Aerobatic (3D) Planes
– Warbirds
– Vintage Aircraft
– Try your hand at flying with an instructor
– First Person View (FPV) video monitor

If the weather is bad, we will still have:
– Static displays with opportunities for questions and answers
– Information about the flying club
– A raffle for your chance to win a ready to fly (RTF) XK X520 VTOL provided by Motion RC. There is no cost for the tickets, but you must be present to win.

Sunday, August 4, 2019
Audi Raffle Fundraiser Brevard Music Center
Aug 4 all-day

The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!

Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!

Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!

The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!

The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!