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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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Asheville Independent Restaurants: AIR Fundraiser
Jan 27 all-day
Online

Support AIR! 

AIR Friends is a brand-new giving campaign designed to support the Asheville Independent Restaurants Association (a 501C 3-6 trade association) in its mission to sustain, elevate and advocate for the city’s dynamic community of chefs and restaurants. Now more than ever, AIR’s work is vital to the health and longevity of Asheville’s one-of-a-kind culinary scene.

Won’t you join us at the table?

 

Archetype Brewing Broadway Locals Nights
Jan 27 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Archetype Brewing Downtown

Visit our now open downtown Tap Lounge + Venue! With new service hours available, staying true to our pledge: “doing our best for you, ourselves & our community”.

The Broadway location is now open to share a lounge experience with a COVID conscious environment promoting social distancing and cozy spaces. Locals night is a night to stop by and meet your downtown Asheville crowd in a relaxed environment.

25% off growler fills and we’ll choose a special beer each week for $3/pint!

Youth Theatre Dance Class For ages 8-12
Jan 27 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Online w/ Asheville Community Theatre

 Taught by Amanda Klinikowski

Join us for 7 weeks on Zoom for a fun and interactive Dance class covering the fundamentals of dance for the theater! Each week, we will warm up our bodies, learn new basic jazz, ballet, and musical theatre steps, and work on a fun new dance combination to some of our favorite songs. Some past combinations featured songs from Hamilton, Wicked, The Greatest Showman, Lady GaGa, Trolls and more! Students will learn a recorded dance combination performance which will be shared with families after the final class.

7 Week Session: January 13-February 24, 2021
Wednesdays at 4:00-5:00 PM Eastern
Student Ages: 8-12 (or with prior approval from Amanda Klinikowski)

A limited number of scholarships are available for this class. CLICK HERE TO APPLY. Please do not purchase registration prior to applying. Applications must be received by 2:00pm on Monday, January 4, 2021 for consideration. Please contact Amanda at [email protected] with questions.

Wednesday Kid’s Night! Chick-fil-A Asheville Mall
Jan 27 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Chick-fil-A Asheville Mall

Join us EVERY Wednesday night for Kid’s Night! Children receive a free four-count kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult meal. See you on Wednesdays!

90s Night @ SCB Sweeten Creek Brewing
Jan 27 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sweeten Creek Brewing

Yeah Boi!!! Y’all remember all those 90s hits you can still recite word by word. Well come have a beer and listen to em! Bet you don’t still have some of those sweet parachute pants!

Virtual Broadway Dance 6th – 12th Grades w/ Studio 52
Jan 27 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Online
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Get moving in this fun, high-energy dance class focusing on Broadway-style choreography through the decades. Each live zoom class features a full-body warm up, a step-by-step breakdown of theatre dance vocabulary, and Broadway-style choreography to learn and perfect throughout the semester. Join Studio 52 to get a weekly workout, learn how to fill your movement with character, and step into your next dance audition or production feeling confident!

January 27 – March 24

Instructor: Lauren Hopkins
 Supplies Needed: Internet connection, enough space to move around safely, comfortable clothes, light sneakers, jazz, or ballet shoes. 

Thursday, January 28, 2021
Asheville Independent Restaurants: AIR Fundraiser
Jan 28 all-day
Online

Support AIR! 

AIR Friends is a brand-new giving campaign designed to support the Asheville Independent Restaurants Association (a 501C 3-6 trade association) in its mission to sustain, elevate and advocate for the city’s dynamic community of chefs and restaurants. Now more than ever, AIR’s work is vital to the health and longevity of Asheville’s one-of-a-kind culinary scene.

Won’t you join us at the table?

 

Bite Nite! 1/2 off Select Appetizers
Jan 28 @ 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wild Wing Cafe

1/2 Priced Appetizers from our “Start Me Up” menu Thursday Nights from 4-10pm.
(Dine in Only)

Deli Llammma’s first Alpaca Series
Jan 28 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Catawba Brewing Company - South Slope

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Our Asheville South Slope Tasting Room has teamed up with the AVL Llammma Mammas to offer you delicious take home family-style meals and beer every Thursday!
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Deli Llammma’s first Alpaca Series will start on New Year’s Eve with a 4-course dinner guaranteed to bring you luck in 2021!! Each dinner comes with 25% off any to-go beers at Catawba.
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Pre-Order online at https://www.delillammma.com/alpaca-supper-series before Tuesday 12/29 5pm.
Out with the OLD in with the GOLD!!! Hello 2021!
Bluegrass Jam Jack of the Wood
Jan 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jack of the Wood

Check out Jack’s Bluegrass Jam hosted by the Drew Matulich and his band of talented Bluegrass players every Thursday @ 7pm. Lively pluckin’ and cold pints to roll into the weekend! Sláinte!

City Dance
Jan 28 @ 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, January 29, 2021
Asheville Independent Restaurants: AIR Fundraiser
Jan 29 all-day
Online

Support AIR! 

AIR Friends is a brand-new giving campaign designed to support the Asheville Independent Restaurants Association (a 501C 3-6 trade association) in its mission to sustain, elevate and advocate for the city’s dynamic community of chefs and restaurants. Now more than ever, AIR’s work is vital to the health and longevity of Asheville’s one-of-a-kind culinary scene.

Won’t you join us at the table?

 

Brunch B’yahad Virtual
Jan 29 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Online w/ Asheville Jewish Community Center

Brunch B’Yahad is now available through Zoom meeting here.   

Join new and old friends for light brunch, socialization and lively discussion.  Featured guest speakers, and relevant cultural and timely topics will fill our minds.

UniHorn at One World West
Jan 29 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
One World Brewing West

Outside, Socially distanced show!! Featuring a rotating cast of members of the 9-piece band Empire Strikes Brass, this 4-5 piece band delivers funk, jazz, soul, and R&B for any occasion!

Son’s of Ralph
Jan 29 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jack of the Wood

The Sons of Ralph are the sons of Bluegrass pioneer Ralph Lewis. In the heart of WNC, these masters of Bluegrass are “The Sons of Ralph”. Martin and Don Lewis, Cousin Steve Moseley, and the “other brother” Ozzie Orengo, Jr. have been playing and singing the unique style of bluegrass music since Ralph’s upbringing in Madison County.

Raise a Glass to Blue Ridge Virtual Beer Tasting
Jan 29 @ 7:00 pm
Online

Raise a Glass to Blue Ridge! Virtual Beer Tasting Friday, January 29 at 7pm; $45 ticket includes three 32oz cans of beer from local breweries, two tasting glasses, and snacks.

Virtual Beer Tasting

The Educational Foundation, in partnership with Blue Ridge’s Brewing Program and local breweries, is hosting a Virtual Beer Tasting.

$45 ticket includes:
Three 32 oz. cans of beer from local breweries, two tasting glasses, and snacks.

Zoom with us from the comfort of your own home for an evening with
Blue Ridge Brewing Instructor Bryan McMahan, and special guests Scott Treadway and Mark Warwick.

Saturday, January 30, 2021
Asheville Independent Restaurants: AIR Fundraiser
Jan 30 all-day
Online

Support AIR! 

AIR Friends is a brand-new giving campaign designed to support the Asheville Independent Restaurants Association (a 501C 3-6 trade association) in its mission to sustain, elevate and advocate for the city’s dynamic community of chefs and restaurants. Now more than ever, AIR’s work is vital to the health and longevity of Asheville’s one-of-a-kind culinary scene.

Won’t you join us at the table?

 

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Jan 30 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!
After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.
Feed Our City Free Meal Pop-Up
Jan 30 @ 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
The Asheville Masonic Temple

Starting January 9, Asheville Strong will host free meal pop-ups every Saturday at Asheville Masonic Temple. As part of our Feed Our City program, the pop-up events are intended to help out anyone who could use a bit of comfort and a good hot meal right now, no questions asked.
The Feed Our City Meal Pop-Up hosts one restaurant partner per month, who will cook 300 meals every Saturday for distribution downtown at Asheville Masonic Temple, located at 80 Broadway Street.
January’s meal pop-up features Gypsy Queen Cuisine! (Who’s excited?! We are! It’s gonna be delish.)
The Feed Our City Meal Pop-Up kicks off January 9, and happens every Saturday from 10:30am-1pm, or until meals run out.
How It Works:
–Meals are individually packaged and ready to eat (or take home, refrigerate, heat and eat later).
–Utensils and bottled water will be provided.
–There is no charge for meals, and no questions asked.
–Individuals can pick up meals for themselves or for their families to go.
–The pop-up will take place outside the Masonic Temple in the adjoining parking lot, so you can drive through and pick up meals quickly and safely.
–Walk-ups are welcome.
–Masks are required and social distancing protocols will be followed at all times.
–Vegetarian? We may have some options for you (as long as supplies last)!
–Due to the nature of this pop-up, we cannot accommodate other dietary restrictions (gluten free, dairy free, etc.)
In the event of inclement weather, any changes or cancellations will be posted to Asheville Strong’s social media channels by 8am the morning of the pop-up.
Questions? Contact Catherine Campbell at Asheville Strong: [email protected].
Foraging Food Tour
Jan 30 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
No Taste Like Home

Join us for three hours “off the eaten path” as we find and gather over a dozen wild edibles. We’ll whip up a little tasting right on the trail. Take home the rest of your finds and/or get ready for some find dining when one of our award-winning restaurant partners prepares your “catch of the day,” with lunch, brunch or dinner, for free. Wild mushroom pizza, daylily tamales, sassafras root beer, wisteria ice cream… it all depends on what we find!


Pricing

  • Adult (Ages 12+): $75
  • Child (Ages 5-11): $35
  • Child (Ages 4 & Under): Free
In Flight at One World Brewing
Jan 30 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
One World Brewing West

The trio makes a return to West Asheville for some grooves and tasty brews. Music from 4-7pm on the covered back deck. Taproom bar and inside seating open.
Masks required when not seated, heaters outside, and plenty of jams for your Saturday enjoyment.

Supper Break
Jan 30 @ 6:00 pm
Jack of the Wood

Supper Break is a bluegrass band serving tasty licks night & day!
Members represent many styles and areas of the country – but now call Asheville home. Come raise a pint to these hot pickin’ musicians! Sláinte!

Sunday, January 31, 2021
Asheville Independent Restaurants: AIR Fundraiser
Jan 31 all-day
Online

Support AIR! 

AIR Friends is a brand-new giving campaign designed to support the Asheville Independent Restaurants Association (a 501C 3-6 trade association) in its mission to sustain, elevate and advocate for the city’s dynamic community of chefs and restaurants. Now more than ever, AIR’s work is vital to the health and longevity of Asheville’s one-of-a-kind culinary scene.

Won’t you join us at the table?

 

Bluegrass Brunch with Supper Club
Jan 31 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Jack of the Wood
JAZZ BRUNCH Free · One World West
Jan 31 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
One World West Brewing

JAZZ BRUNCH @ ONE WORLD WEST
EVERY SUNDAY FROM 1:30-4PM
FIRST SET BY THE HOUSE BAND & SECOND SET IS A JAZZ JAM
WEEKLY BRUNCH MENU FROM UMAMI MAMI
Food Truck Sundays
Jan 31 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Karaoke Brunch
Jan 31 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Burger Bar

We are going to have a little OUTDOOR covid-safe fun. There will be curated cocktails and, yes, FOOD!! The owner, herself, will be cooking up a few brunch favorites. And the best part of all? We have devised a way to have a pandemic-friendly karaoke! We hope to see all your faces but please stay home if you don’t feel safe being around others.

Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Think + Drink- meet to listen, learn, think, and socialize with others
Feb 2 @ 6:15 pm – 8:15 pm
Online w/ THINK & DRINK:Hendersonville's Open Minded Discussion Group

ONLINE Think & Drink- meet to listen, learn, think, and socialize with others.

Come join us for a rich, topical discussion on the first Tuesday of the month. We come together to share perspectives and insights on subjects of interest in a welcoming and civil forum. We usually feature a TED Talk or YOUtube video for 15 minutes or so, followed by some questions for everyone to discuss. Topics are chosen by members and have ranged from mindfulness to addiction and everything in between. Feel free to eat your dinner or slurp your drink during the meeting–we’ll remind you to mute. For now, while we are taking COVID-19 precautions, our meetings will be online via ZOOM.  Free to the public.

Past THINK AND DRINK TOPICS are varied and have been on:
Mindfulness- by Gaillee
Clothes-Do they Matter- by Jason
Working with Millennials – by Karen Eve

What we’re about

Think & Drink…Enjoy tea, coffee, libations and snacks with other people interested in exploring and discussing the challenges, opportunities, and issues of the 21st century on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm. It’s for anyone who is curious or just trying to maneuver life positively, holistically, and constructively. Our open meetings will be fun and include social time for conversation followed by relevant topics and respectful discussions. Topics may be presented by members via TED talks, You Tubes, films or other media, and be facilitated and open for discussion afterwards. We are open to all genders, races, interests, and ages. Bring your well-behaved kids . Bring ideas and open minds to engage, and intersect with others. The group members will determine topics and style as Think & Drink evolves.

Think & Drink should be a community group that is…
• Open and inclusive
• Welcoming & Safe
• Fun & Happy
• Participatory
• Respectful & Non-judgmental
• Confidential
• Productive
• Valuable

Eat, drink from 5 to 5:30 or so, then Think about our Topic and Discuss. Our one request is that all of those in the discussion remain respectful of one another. Think & Drink is a judgement-free zone, which doesn’t mean you have to agree with anyone here, but that you remain respectful of where every person is on their journey in life and to have FUN!

Winter Dance Class
Feb 2 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
online with Asheville JCC

Join us for the second 4-week VIRTUAL Dance class offered by the JCC. In this class, students will review and build on what was learned in the  summer dance class with instruction for new steps in East Coast Swing, Cha-Cha, Salsa, and Rumba. January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2021 7 – 8 pm $40 per screen email [email protected] to register

Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Kokoro Valentine’s Special
Feb 3 @ 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Shoji Spa
Valentine’s weekend is booking fast! No need to worry,  in order to celebrate love all month, the Valentine’s package can be booked anytime in the month of February. Treat your Valentine to a sip and soak in your very own steamy, private & secluded salt hydrotherapy tub. As you soak, enjoy a delicious bottle of Italian Rosato paired with a mouth-watering selection of chocolates. Finish up your day of bliss with an hour-long Zen couples massage to reach total relaxation with your favorite person.