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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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Trivia Tuesday
Dec 20 @ 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
Down Dog Yoga Studio and Dog Bar

Trivia Tuesday

Join us every Tuesday night for Trivia!

Trivia will run from 7-8:15 pm. We will be capping the teams at 20 and teams will not be able to join after 7 so make sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

No reservations needed, just grab your thinking caps and get ready for a good time and a chance to win a $10, $20, or $30 gift certificate to Down Dog!

Nutcracker! Magic of Christmas Ballet
Dec 20 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah's Cherokee Casino

This Christmas, bring the whole family back to a simpler time with “NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet!” The acclaimed holiday tradition is LIVE in theaters for the 30th Anniversary tour. Gather friends and family to relive your fondest childhood dreams, overflowing with larger-than-life puppets, breath-taking acrobatics and dazzling costumes. Experience the exquisite artistry of the international cast, featuring stars of Ukraine ballet, performing at the highest level of classical technique. Share in the message of Peace and Harmony and get tickets now at Nutcracker.com!

Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Trivia Night
Dec 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Thursday, December 22, 2022
Trivia Tour
Dec 22 @ 4:00 pm
Downtown Asheville

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!

Christmas Disco Party at the South Slope Lounge
Dec 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Ginger's Revenge South Slope Lounge

Come party with us Dec. 22nd from 6-9pm at the South Slope Lounge. Corndog is back in Asheville for the holidays for a spicy disco dance party at Ginger’s Revenge! Kevin “Corndog” O’Brien is a New York City based DJ. Combining the glam of disco and the energy of punk rock, Corndog spins genre bending sets of boogie tunes across the country. The self proclaimed Johnny Appleseed of Partying’s infectious exuberance will be sure to have you groovin’. No cover charge.

City Dance
Dec 22 @ 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.

Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Trivia Tour
Dec 27 @ 4:00 pm
Downtown Asheville

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!

Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Trivia Night
Dec 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Thursday, December 29, 2022
Trivia Tour
Dec 29 @ 4:00 pm
Downtown Asheville

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!

80S VS 90S DANCE PARTY: WINTER BALL
Dec 29 @ 9:00 pm
The Orange Peel

80S VS 90S DANCE PARTY: WINTER BALL

All Ages

Saturday, December 31, 2022
THE DOLLY DISCO: The Dolly Parton Inspired Country Western Dance Party
Dec 31 @ 9:30 pm
The Grey Eagle
– ALL AGES
– DANCING ROOM ONLY
– THE EARLIER YOU PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS, THE CHEAPER THEY ARE! 

THE DOLLY DISCO
This ain’t no disco
It ain’t no country club either…

Giddy up girls, for THE DOLLY DISCO

The Dolly Parton Inspired Country Western Dance Party!

This is for the 9 to 5 workin’ girls with a calling from another era who just want something a little classic. Join us
in Rainbowland where you’ll dance with somebody, hand in hand to the music of Dolly Parton, Kacey Musgraves,
Orville Peck, Shania Twain, Miley Cyrus, Cher, Whitney Houston, The Chicks, Madonna, Tina Turner, Sheryl Crow
and more.

So wrangle your country-disco dancing queens and come party!

Wednesday, January 4, 2023
Trivia Night
Jan 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Saturday, January 7, 2023
KID HOP HOORAY! WINTERTIME INDOOR DANCE PARTY with DJ Oso Rey
Jan 7 @ 10:00 am
The Orange Peel
Open Floor Dance Party for Kids with Live DJ: DJ Oso Rey!
Drop in anytime.
Playing family-friendly dance music for family wintertime fun/
There will be FREE Glow accessories for your little dancers, plenty of room to run, dance, and get their sillies out while it’s cold outside, and snacks for purchase the Hop Ice Creamery!  And of course, The Orange Peel bar will be open for mom and dad’s refreshments (and/or kids‘ juice boxes)
Padded area available for crawlers and new walkers to play and explore.
Sunday, January 8, 2023
English Country Dance
Jan 8 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Harvest House Community Center

All are welcome to join us for our first English Country Dance of 2023!   Spread the word and bring all your friends and neighbors!   No partner necessary!

3:30,    Beginners Session

4:00 – 6::00,    Dance

Free of charge.   Donations are appreciated for the musicians.

Leader:    Luanne Stiles and AnneMarie Walter
Music:     Cathy Arps, violin; Suzanne Hosch, flute; Karen Gaughan, piano.

No partner necessary; wear comfortable clothes and non-marking shoes; bring your water bottle and an individual snack to enjoy during a brief break.  No shared snacks.

We continue to keep an eye on the Covid updates, and we also continue to ask that you be fully vaccinated with at least one booster.   Marks are optional while dancing.

Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Trivia Night
Jan 11 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Friday, January 13, 2023
Pop Legends Weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn
Jan 13 @ 7:30 pm
The Omni Grove Park Inn

The Omni Grove Park Inn is hosting an epic musical throwback weekend featuring the transcendent sounds of “DANCING DREAM: The Tribute to ABBA” on Friday, January 13 and the unmistakable brilliance of “Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience” on Saturday, January 14. Individual tickets are available for purchase at $85/person plus sales taxes & fees. Will call and coat check begin at 7pm; doors open at 7:30pm; and performances begin at 8pm. For those looking for overnight accommodations, The Omni Grove Park Inn is also offering a Pop Legends Weekend Package, which can be booked separately via the hotel’s website.

Saturday, January 14, 2023
Pop Legends Weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn
Jan 14 @ 7:30 pm
The Omni Grove Park Inn

The Omni Grove Park Inn is hosting an epic musical throwback weekend featuring the transcendent sounds of “DANCING DREAM: The Tribute to ABBA” on Friday, January 13 and the unmistakable brilliance of “Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience” on Saturday, January 14. Individual tickets are available for purchase at $85/person plus sales taxes & fees. Will call and coat check begin at 7pm; doors open at 7:30pm; and performances begin at 8pm. For those looking for overnight accommodations, The Omni Grove Park Inn is also offering a Pop Legends Weekend Package, which can be booked separately via the hotel’s website.

Sunday, January 15, 2023
Family Folk Dance
Jan 15 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Harvest House Community Center
Family Folk Dance

 

Free admission.

3rd Sundays of each month Sept-May

3:00-5:00pm

 

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.

For more information, please visit the website.

Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Adults Only Trivia Night Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company
Jan 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company

EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 pm ~ FREE!

AGES 18+ ADULTS ONLY ~ NO KIDS ALLOWED

ON OUR HUGE SCREEN IN THEATER 2!

ENJOY DINNER & DRINKS (FULL BAR) WHILE PLAYING

There are 3 rounds with new winners each round so you can show up late, miss a round and still be a winner. Plus, we have mid-round prizes to create as many winners as possible.

The questions are presented by a hilarious host on our giant movie screen and includes fun videos in each round.  You haven’t played a trivia night like this one!

Witty Wednesday Trivia
Jan 18 @ 6:30 pm
Sweeten Creek Brewing

Beat the mid week grind with some fun trivia! Win a $25 gift card for our taproom along with a $25 gift card from our resident kitchen, Bears Smokehouse BBQ!

Trivia Night
Jan 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Thursday, January 19, 2023
Not Rocket Science Trivia at Highland Brewing Downtown
Jan 19 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Highland Brewing Downtown

Trivia, Singo, tailgate games, and more! Our games are sure to challenge you, but c’mon… it’s not rocket science!

Sunday, January 22, 2023
English Country Dance
Jan 22 @ 4:15 pm – 6:15 pm
Harvest House Community Center

All are welcome to join us for our next English Country Dance!    Spread the word and bring all your friends and neighbors!   No partner necessary!

3:45,    Beginners’  Session

4:15 – 6:15,    Dance

Free of charge.   Donations are appreciated for the musicians.

Leader:    TBA
Music:     TBA

No partner necessary; wear comfortable clothes and non-marking shoes; bring your water bottle and an individual snack to enjoy during a brief break.  No shared snacks.

 

Wednesday, January 25, 2023
Adults Only Trivia Night Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company
Jan 25 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company

EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 pm ~ FREE!

AGES 18+ ADULTS ONLY ~ NO KIDS ALLOWED

ON OUR HUGE SCREEN IN THEATER 2!

ENJOY DINNER & DRINKS (FULL BAR) WHILE PLAYING

There are 3 rounds with new winners each round so you can show up late, miss a round and still be a winner. Plus, we have mid-round prizes to create as many winners as possible.

The questions are presented by a hilarious host on our giant movie screen and includes fun videos in each round.  You haven’t played a trivia night like this one!

Witty Wednesday Trivia
Jan 25 @ 6:30 pm
Sweeten Creek Brewing

Beat the mid week grind with some fun trivia! Win a $25 gift card for our taproom along with a $25 gift card from our resident kitchen, Bears Smokehouse BBQ!

Trivia Night
Jan 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Thursday, January 26, 2023
Not Rocket Science Trivia at Highland Brewing Downtown
Jan 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Highland Brewing Downtown

Trivia, Singo, tailgate games, and more! Our games are sure to challenge you, but c’mon… it’s not rocket science!

City Dance
Jan 26 @ 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.

Saturday, January 28, 2023
80S VS 90S DANCE PARTY
Jan 28 @ 9:00 pm
The Orange Peel

80S VS 90S DANCE PARTY

All Ages
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Adults Only Trivia Night Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company
Feb 1 @ 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Company

EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:30 pm ~ FREE!

AGES 18+ ADULTS ONLY ~ NO KIDS ALLOWED

ON OUR HUGE SCREEN IN THEATER 2!

ENJOY DINNER & DRINKS (FULL BAR) WHILE PLAYING

There are 3 rounds with new winners each round so you can show up late, miss a round and still be a winner. Plus, we have mid-round prizes to create as many winners as possible.

The questions are presented by a hilarious host on our giant movie screen and includes fun videos in each round.  You haven’t played a trivia night like this one!