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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Saturday, November 19, 2022
Naturalist Niche: Fall Ridge Hike
Nov 19 @ 9:30 am – 1:00 pm
Advance registration required.

The trails of Chimney Rock in the fall are amazing, but a guided hike off-the-beaten-path can lead you to places you never knew existed. Join a naturalist and learn what fall brings to Hickory Nut Gorge. You’ll discover seasonal changes along your trek that will introduce you to a whole new perspective of the Park.

Dance For Life Presents BEGINNER EAST COAST SWING DANCE LESSONS
Nov 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
The Grey Eagle

EAST COAST SWING: LEVEL-ONE BEGINNER,  1½ – Hour Class 

Saturday, November 19th, 11 to 12:30 pm. at The Grey Eagle Music Hall, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. Learn this popular, fun dance. We start with the basic step and progress to foundational steps and a few cool moves. Taught by UCWDC World Champions Richard & Sue Cicchetti. Richard is a DVIDA Certified Dance Instructor. You will learn correctly from his clear instructions. With Richard’s progressive method you will learn how to remember steps and how to transition seamlessly from one step to the next. Singles are welcome. No partner is needed, bring one if you can. Treat yourself to a delicious taco at the in-house TaqueriaEarly bird discount by November 12th. After November 12th online and at the door $25/pp. 828-333-0715.  Save your space, pre-register now at: https://tinyurl.com/ynrmhfrs

Dance For Life Presents BEGINNER WALTZ DANCE LESSONS
Nov 19 @ 12:30 pm – 2:15 pm
The Grey Eagle

WALTZ: LEVEL-ONE BEGINNER,  1½ – Hour Class 

Saturday, November 19th, 12:45 to 2:15 pm. at the Grey Eagle Music Hall, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. Learn this beautiful, popular dance. Taught by UCWDC World Champions Richard & Sue Cicchetti. Richard is a DVIDA Certified Dance Instructor. You will learn correctly from his clear instructions. With Richard’s progressive method you will learn how to remember steps and how to transition seamlessly from one step to the next. Singles are welcome. No partner is needed, bring one if you can. Treat yourself to a delicious taco at the in-house TaqueriaEarly bird discount by November 12th. After November 12th online and at the door $25/pp. 828-333-0715.  Save your space, pre-register now at: https://tinyurl.com/mry72v86

Sunday, November 20, 2022
SAHC Community Farm Hike
Nov 20 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
SAHC Community Farm

View across farm with rolling pastures

Enjoy a guided tour on our beautiful Community Farm and see all the terrific projects we have in the works. Participants will hike The Discovery Trail in a 2-mile loop, returning to our education and event center. You are welcome to bring a packed lunch to enjoy there while overlooking the entire farm and surrounding mountains

Family Folk Dance
Nov 20 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Harvest House Community Center
Family Folk Dance

 

 

 

 

Bring the whole family for some good old-fashioned fun with traditional dance and live music! All ages are welcome, no experience necessary. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This venue is mask-encouraged.

Pedal Stroke Benefit Concert for Asheville on Bikes + the United Stroke Alliance
Nov 20 @ 4:30 pm
The Grey Eagle

Proceeds to benefit Asheville on Bikes, cultivating  urban & commuter cycling culture through advocacy & events, and the United Stroke Alliance, dedicated to uniting and educating people about the prevention, awareness, and recovery of stroke for survivors, caregivers and their families.
Several Dudes got together to write and play groovin’ music for a loyal following in Atlanta while most of the Dudes were in law school and medical school.   Now lawyers, doctors, and musicians on the back ends of productive careers, the band has reformed to honor founding lead guitarist Nick Stevens after his tragic death in a cycling accident.  The band will be releasing its tribute album of new original material, “Our Brother Nick” for this show.  We are excited to raise funds for cycling advocacy and Stroke awareness, and to once again gig with the Karma Dogs! You can learn more at severaldudes.com
Come on out for great music for great causes!!  The event is sponsored by ARA Health Specialists- Committed to improving lives, creating value, and staying on the cutting edge of science.
Monday, November 21, 2022
Hike with a Naturalist
Nov 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Spend an hour hiking one of the Parks’ six trails with a naturalist. Discover the fall flora and fauna of the Park on this educational excursion. You may even learn some of the Parks’ history as well. Meet in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts.

Thursday, November 24, 2022
City Dance
Nov 24 @ 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.

Monday, November 28, 2022
Hike with a Naturalist
Nov 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Spend an hour hiking one of the Parks’ six trails with a naturalist. Discover the fall flora and fauna of the Park on this educational excursion. You may even learn some of the Parks’ history as well. Meet in front of Cliff Dwellers Gifts.

Friday, December 2, 2022
The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm
Peace Center--Gunter Theatre

 

Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in GreenvilleA European inspired production that brings all of Clara’s adventures and excitement home to Greenville. Continuing the reinvented holiday classic, this production highlights Victorian societal expectations and prosperity while Clara and her beloved Nutcracker dance their way through the cherished landmarks and stunning scenery of Greenville and into the hearts of the audience.

 

The libretto is adapted from E.T. A. Hoffmann’s classic story, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Choreographed by Hernan Justo, the refreshed ballet is based on the original Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov ballet.

Saturday, December 3, 2022
The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Dec 3 @ 2:00 pm
Peace Center Gunter Theatre

Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville

A European inspired production that brings all of Clara’s adventures and excitement home to Greenville. Continuing the reinvented holiday classic, this production highlights Victorian societal expectations and prosperity while Clara and her beloved Nutcracker dance their way through the cherished landmarks and stunning scenery of Greenville and into the hearts of the audience.

 

The libretto is adapted from E.T. A. Hoffmann’s classic story, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Choreographed by Hernan Justo, the refreshed ballet is based on the original Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov ballet.

Swing Nights at Continuum
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Continuum Art Gallery, Hendersonville

Join us in our new monthly social swing event on the 1st Saturdays of every month, The
music, open vintage space and wood floors and is guaranteed to have you dancing East Coast and/or Lindy all night long, A free
lesson is offered to kick things off and will include a different combination of moves each time, No partner or rhythm needed and
dress is casual, $10 for lesson and/or social dance.

The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm
Peace Center--Gunter Theatre

 

Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in GreenvilleA European inspired production that brings all of Clara’s adventures and excitement home to Greenville. Continuing the reinvented holiday classic, this production highlights Victorian societal expectations and prosperity while Clara and her beloved Nutcracker dance their way through the cherished landmarks and stunning scenery of Greenville and into the hearts of the audience.

 

The libretto is adapted from E.T. A. Hoffmann’s classic story, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Choreographed by Hernan Justo, the refreshed ballet is based on the original Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov ballet.

Jo Gore Rated R
Dec 3 @ 9:00 pm
GiGi's Underground

Jo Gore – Rated R
Jazz. R&B. Debauchery.

Instrumentals @ 9:00 pm
Show @ 10:00 pm

Featuring: Will Boyd – saxophone. Bill Bares – keys. Bob Songster – bass. Justin Watt – drums. Adam Rose – guitar. Kiara Chatterjee – live painting.

Sunday, December 4, 2022
The Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville
Dec 4 @ 2:00 pm
Peace Center Gunter Theatre

Nutcracker: Once Upon a Time in Greenville

A European inspired production that brings all of Clara’s adventures and excitement home to Greenville. Continuing the reinvented holiday classic, this production highlights Victorian societal expectations and prosperity while Clara and her beloved Nutcracker dance their way through the cherished landmarks and stunning scenery of Greenville and into the hearts of the audience.

 

The libretto is adapted from E.T. A. Hoffmann’s classic story, The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. Choreographed by Hernan Justo, the refreshed ballet is based on the original Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov ballet.

Wednesday, December 7, 2022
West Coast Swing Night
Dec 7 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Continuum Art Gallery, Hendersonville

Come check out for yourself the popular West Coast Swing dance style that can be done to a
wide variety of music, including pop, country, blues, and contemporary music, come at 7pm for a group classes: intermediate
classes with Pflumm and Alain Rogozhin and beginner classes with Rachel Harris and Tola Sun, Followed by a social dance at
8pm, Dress is casual and no partner is needed, BYO wine or beer,

Friday, December 9, 2022
The Asheville Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 9 @ 7:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

North Carolina’s oldest professional non-profit ballet company presents the full-length classical holiday tradition, with stars, story, and sugarplums.

The Nutcracker Presented by International Ballet
Dec 9 @ 7:30 pm
Peace Concert Hall
Saturday, December 10, 2022
The Asheville Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 10 @ 2:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

profit ballet company presents the full-length classical holiday tradition, with stars, story, and sugarplums.

Govenor’s School Presents: WINTER DANCE PERFORMANCE
Dec 10 @ 7:30 pm
Peace Center--Gunter Theatre

Governor’s School Presents: Winter Dance Performance

The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Dance Department presents a performance of classical ballet, modern, and contemporary dance showcasing the grace and elegance as well as the passion and versatility of the Governor’s School dancers.

The Asheville Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 10 @ 7:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

North Carolina’s oldest professional non-profit ballet company presents the full-length classical holiday tradition, with stars, story, and sugarplums.

The Nutcracker Presented by International Ballet
Dec 10 @ 7:30 pm
Peace Concert Hall
Sunday, December 11, 2022
The Asheville Ballet presents THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 11 @ 2:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

profit ballet company presents the full-length classical holiday tradition, with stars, story, and sugarplums.

The Nutcracker Presented by International Ballet
Dec 11 @ 3:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Ballet Conservatory of Asheville presents THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 15 @ 7:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

A magically festive, full-length Nutcracker, featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s celebrated pre-professional company. A full production with impressive sets and costumes.

A young girl’s holiday dream comes true. Having crept downstairs at midnight to play with her new Nutcracker doll, Clara is swept up in a fantasy of toy soldiers, giant rats, snow fairies, magic and mystery. After saving her beloved Nutcracker from the King of the Rats, she is whisked away to an enchanted land and dances the night away, meeting a host of enchanting and exotic characters.

Friday, December 16, 2022
Ballet Conservatory of Asheville presents THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 16 @ 7:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

A magically festive, full-length Nutcracker, featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s celebrated pre-professional company. A full production with impressive sets and costumes.

A young girl’s holiday dream comes true. Having crept downstairs at midnight to play with her new Nutcracker doll, Clara is swept up in a fantasy of toy soldiers, giant rats, snow fairies, magic and mystery. After saving her beloved Nutcracker from the King of the Rats, she is whisked away to an enchanted land and dances the night away, meeting a host of enchanting and exotic characters.

Carolina Christmas Show
Dec 16 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
McDowell Municipal Event Center

Carolina Christmas Show

This heartwarming Broadway-style show will brighten your holiday season. Don’t miss this year’s event featuring performers from western North Carolina and special guest artists performing many of your seasonal favorites. The dazzling performances include dance, live music, and comedy.

 

Saturday, December 17, 2022
Carolina Christmas Show
Dec 17 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
McDowell Municipal Event Center

Carolina Christmas Show

This heartwarming Broadway-style show will brighten your holiday season. Don’t miss this year’s event featuring performers from western North Carolina and special guest artists performing many of your seasonal favorites. The dazzling performances include dance, live music, and comedy.

Carolina Christmas Show
Dec 17 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
McDowell Municipal Event Center

Carolina Christmas Show

This heartwarming Broadway-style show will brighten your holiday season. Don’t miss this year’s event featuring performers from western North Carolina and special guest artists performing many of your seasonal favorites. The dazzling performances include dance, live music, and comedy.

 

Holiday Liquor and Dance Party ft DJ Marley Carroll
Dec 17 @ 9:00 pm
The Grey Eagle

– AGES 21+
– STANDING ROOM ONLY
– LIMITED NUMBER OF DISCOUNTED EARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE
– FESTIVE ATTIRE ENCOURAGED

HOLIDAY LIQUOR & DANCE PARTY

Featuring DJ Marley Carroll on the main stage. Holiday drink specials + more!  What started as an epic, ramshackle house party in a garage in west Asheville has become the city’s favorite holiday dance event, and local superstar DJ Marley Carroll has been at the helm for every year of its decade long run. At the aptly-named Holiday Liquor Dance Party, DJ Marley guides costumed partygoers through a marathon holiday DJ set that is frequently surprising and always satisfying. From classic hip-hop and soul to contemporary house and disco, DJ Marley shines by combining the inclusive energy of surefire party selections with an expert level of skill in mixing, sequencing and execution.

Proceeds benefiting Warren Wilson College.

DJ MARLEY CARROLL

Marley Carroll’s unassuming origins as a classically-trained percussionist were shattered after he took top honors at a statewide DJ battle at the age of 17. The experience catapulted him into notoriety and catalyzed his path towards career musicianship. In the intervening years he evolved into a dynamic electronic music producer, world-class turntablist and captivating live performer with three full-length albums, multiple singles and remixes, and countless DJ sets in his cache.

As a DJ, Marley guides packed audiences through expertly-mixed marathon sets that combine impeccable music curation with superb turntable skills. From classic hip-hop and R&B, to soulful house, Afrobeat and disco, to hidden gems of current pop, no era or genre is out-of-bounds. Guided by well-honed musical instincts and a deep love for craft, Marley creates dance music experiences that are frequently surprising and always satisfying.