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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Sunday, October 15, 2023
Hike and Sip Tour at Souther Williams Vineyard
Oct 15 @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Souther Williams Vineyard

Every Friday from April through November (weather permitting),
check out the Hike and Sip Tour at Souther Williams Vineyard, a unique opportunity to hike our scenic rolling vineyards and enjoy
five different wines along the way, led by a private tour guide who will share the history of the farm and while you hike through the
vines, This educational experience will delight as you live the life of grape throughout its annual pilgrimage to the glass, This 1
hour tour requires moderate walking through hillside vineyards and appropriate farm/field attire, and can accommodate up to 12
people and reservations are required 2 days in advance, $50 per person, Souther Williams Vineyard, Hendersonville,

Parade of Homes
Oct 15 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Asheville, NC

Experience the beauty of Western North Carolina’s finest homes during the Asheville Parade of Homes, taking place on October 7-8 and 14-15 from 11AM to 5PM. This two-weekend event offers a complimentary, self-guided tour of newly constructed homes and complete remodels, providing a wealth of inspiration and resources for your dream home or future projects.

Immerse yourself in the world of quality craftsmanship and the latest home design trends while connecting with Asheville’s talented building professionals. Discover innovative building technologies and explore the cutting-edge homes that Asheville has to offer. Rest assured, this event will not disappoint!

Living Stone Design + Build is excited to showcase two homes for in-person tours and an additional two homes for virtual tours. Organized by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the tour will consist of dozens of homes across the region. Join us on this exciting journey and mark your calendar. Stay tuned for updates on directions and further information about the homes as the event draws nearer. Don’t miss out – subscribe to stay informed!

The 42nd annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes is a FREE, self-guided showcase of new and renovated homes across the region that offers an inspired look at mountain living. Open to the public, you can tour the home in person or virtually from anywhere.

TAKE THE TOUR

Sandburg Home Tours
Oct 15 @ 11:00 am
Carl Sandburg Home

Sandburg Home Tours – Thursday to Sunday at 11am, 1pm, 2pm.

*As of April 2022, tours are free until further notice. See rates below if they change before your visit. Online reservations are available at recreation.gov.

The Sandburg Home is a great place to start your visit! The ground floor of the home contains visitor information, exhibits, tour ticket sales, the park store, and you can watch the park video. The main and top level of the home are furnished with the Sandburg family belongings. Visitors may only access the furnished ares of the home on a guided tour.

  • Tour Reservations: Reserving in advance lets you pick your preferred house tour time. Tours fill up quickly. Last-minute, in-person tickets may not be available on the day you visit. Plan ahead and reserve house tour tickets at recreation.gov.
  • Passes: The park does not currently sell the America the Beautiful– National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes.
    *These passes do not waive the house tour fee, but do provide a discount.
    *You can purchase a pass online at 
    America the Beautiful – National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass | USGS Store.
  • 30-minute house tours are offered year-round, schedule varies by season. Visit recreation.gov for the current schedule.
  • Visitors may only tour the Sandburg Home on a guided tour.
  • Tours are limited to 6 persons.
  • Strollers are not permitted on the house tour, but there is a place to leave them for storage. Infants and small children should be carried through the house while on tour.

    Sandburg Home Guided Tour Fee
    *Tours are free until further notice, this chart is the rate when fees resume.

    (credit card only)
    $10.00 for Adults 16 and older
    $6.00 for Adults age 62 and older and all interagency pass holders
    Free for Children age 15 and under

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Oct 15 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

WNC Parade of Homes
Oct 15 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Tour in Asheville Area

Experience the beauty of Western North Carolina’s finest homes during the Parade of Homes, taking place on October 7-8 and 14-15 from 11AM to 5PM. This two-weekend event offers a complimentary, self-guided tour of newly constructed homes and complete remodels, providing a wealth of inspiration and resources for your dream home or future projects.

Immerse yourself in the world of quality craftsmanship and the latest home design trends while connecting with Asheville’s talented building professionals. Discover innovative building technologies and explore the cutting-edge homes that Asheville has to offer. Rest assured, this event will not disappoint!

Organized by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the tour will consist of dozens of homes across the region. Tickets aren’t required for this event, but follow the link for directions to each home and to sign up for reminders. Living Stone Design + Build will be showcasing two must-see homes for in-person tours and an additional two homes for virtual tours.

A great place to start off your tour in Fletcher, NC. at the Living Stone home Moody Mountain Modern, perched on top of Couch Mtn. Next, be sure to check out the nearby Brush Creek English Modern – another of the premier builder’s custom homes. For a curated list of the homes with a recommended route, contact [email protected] or follow the link below for more info.

LAZOOM Tours: GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm
LaZoom Room


GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR

Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.

  • Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
  • 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
  • $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
  • Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue

*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.

Monday, October 16, 2023
LAZOOM: CITY COMEDY TOUR
Oct 16 @ 10:00 am
LaZoom Room

Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.

  • Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
  • 90-Minutes – tours run daily
  • 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
  • $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Oct 16 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Celebrating Relationships: Open House + Community Appreciation
Oct 16 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Mobile Wellness Center

Our NEW Mobile Wellness Center is pulling into town Monday, October 16th, and we want everyone to see it! Please come AmeriHealth Caritas and our local vendors as we dance, tour the centers, and celebrate! EVERYONE IS INVITED!

2PM: Vendor Showcase & Activities, Center Tours, Feed Me Foam Recycling Starts

2:30PM: ZUMBA! Under the Mobile Center Awning

3PM: Center Tours and Vendor Activities: Change Your Palate Cooking Demo

3:30PM Change Your Palate Cooking Demo

4PM: Feed Me Foam Recycling Ends

4:30PM: Member Advisory Meeting

We hope to see you at 216 Asheland Avenue! Bring a friend :)

Kids 7+ are welcome to join. Younger kids can play in our kids room equipped with toys, a chalk wall, coloring books, books and Disney plus.

Our ACNC m?embers can receive free transportation to and from any wellness center event by calling ModivCare for a reservation: 1-833-498-2262

Let’s do better together!

LAZOOM Tours: GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Oct 16 @ 7:00 pm
LaZoom Room


GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR

Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.

  • Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
  • 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
  • $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
  • Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue

*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.

Tuesday, October 17, 2023
LAZOOM: CITY COMEDY TOUR
Oct 17 @ 10:00 am
LaZoom Room

Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.

  • Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
  • 90-Minutes – tours run daily
  • 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
  • $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Oct 17 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

LAZOOM Tours: GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Oct 17 @ 7:00 pm
LaZoom Room


GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR

Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.

  • Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
  • 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
  • $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
  • Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue

*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.

Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Free Community Classes
Oct 18 all-day
YWCA of Asheville

Zumba Mondays: 6-7 pm
Take the work out of workout by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for
an interval style, calorie-burning dance fitness party.

Brain Dance & Play Wednesdays: 10-11 am

Improve your memory, coordination and energy levels with the “Brain Dance”.
Transform your workout into a playful experience by discovering new and joyous
ways to move your body.

Slow Flow Yoga Thursdays: 1:15-2:15 pm

Give yourself a needed break with guided gentle yoga poses to stretch your body
and relax your mind.

Barre Sculpt & Tone Fridays: 11:15-11:45 am

Medium intensity class to build strength, endurance, and muscle tone using 1-5lb
weights for upper body , Pilates based core work, and ballet barre sequence for
mobility and strength.

Pre-registration encouraged, call us at 828-254-7206
to sign up for a FREE class or start your FREE 7-Day Trial
membership at ywcaofasheville.org
185 S French Broad Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
All classes are subject to change, call or stop by for a new schedule.

LAZOOM: CITY COMEDY TOUR
Oct 18 @ 10:00 am
LaZoom Room

Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.

  • Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
  • 90-Minutes – tours run daily
  • 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
  • $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Oct 18 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

LAZOOM Tours: GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Oct 18 @ 7:00 pm
LaZoom Room


GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR

Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.

  • Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
  • 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
  • $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
  • Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue

*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.

Thursday, October 19, 2023
  Camp Bluebird 2023: A camp for cancer survivors
Oct 19 all-day
Bonclarken Conference Center

We’ve been busy here at Pisgah Health Foundation working on Camp Bluebird 2023 which will be hosted at the Bonclarken Conference Center, in historic Flat Rock, NC, October 17-19. Camp Bluebird is a special program that can benefit adult cancer survivors at any point throughout their journey. This will be our first three-day Camp since pre-Covid, and we are excited at the plans falling into place. To learn more about Camp Bluebird visit www.CampBluebirdWNC.org.

Free Community Classes
Oct 19 all-day
YWCA of Asheville

Zumba Mondays: 6-7 pm
Take the work out of workout by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for
an interval style, calorie-burning dance fitness party.

Brain Dance & Play Wednesdays: 10-11 am

Improve your memory, coordination and energy levels with the “Brain Dance”.
Transform your workout into a playful experience by discovering new and joyous
ways to move your body.

Slow Flow Yoga Thursdays: 1:15-2:15 pm

Give yourself a needed break with guided gentle yoga poses to stretch your body
and relax your mind.

Barre Sculpt & Tone Fridays: 11:15-11:45 am

Medium intensity class to build strength, endurance, and muscle tone using 1-5lb
weights for upper body , Pilates based core work, and ballet barre sequence for
mobility and strength.

Pre-registration encouraged, call us at 828-254-7206
to sign up for a FREE class or start your FREE 7-Day Trial
membership at ywcaofasheville.org
185 S French Broad Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
All classes are subject to change, call or stop by for a new schedule.

LAZOOM: CITY COMEDY TOUR
Oct 19 @ 10:00 am
LaZoom Room

Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.

  • Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
  • 90-Minutes – tours run daily
  • 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
  • $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
Sandburg Home Tours
Oct 19 @ 11:00 am
Carl Sandburg Home

Sandburg Home Tours – Thursday to Sunday at 11am, 1pm, 2pm.

*As of April 2022, tours are free until further notice. See rates below if they change before your visit. Online reservations are available at recreation.gov.

The Sandburg Home is a great place to start your visit! The ground floor of the home contains visitor information, exhibits, tour ticket sales, the park store, and you can watch the park video. The main and top level of the home are furnished with the Sandburg family belongings. Visitors may only access the furnished ares of the home on a guided tour.

  • Tour Reservations: Reserving in advance lets you pick your preferred house tour time. Tours fill up quickly. Last-minute, in-person tickets may not be available on the day you visit. Plan ahead and reserve house tour tickets at recreation.gov.
  • Passes: The park does not currently sell the America the Beautiful– National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes.
    *These passes do not waive the house tour fee, but do provide a discount.
    *You can purchase a pass online at 
    America the Beautiful – National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass | USGS Store.
  • 30-minute house tours are offered year-round, schedule varies by season. Visit recreation.gov for the current schedule.
  • Visitors may only tour the Sandburg Home on a guided tour.
  • Tours are limited to 6 persons.
  • Strollers are not permitted on the house tour, but there is a place to leave them for storage. Infants and small children should be carried through the house while on tour.

    Sandburg Home Guided Tour Fee
    *Tours are free until further notice, this chart is the rate when fees resume.

    (credit card only)
    $10.00 for Adults 16 and older
    $6.00 for Adults age 62 and older and all interagency pass holders
    Free for Children age 15 and under

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Oct 19 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.

Walking Foundy Tour
Oct 19 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Foundy Tour

Join us on a walking tour of the Foundy in the River Arts District where we learn about the only existing Street Art Gallery in Asheville and all the artists who have created graffiti and mural installations that have made our town an urban art destination.

LAZOOM Tours: GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Oct 19 @ 7:00 pm
LaZoom Room


GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR

Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.

  • Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
  • 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
  • $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
  • Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue

*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.

World Trails Film Festival
Oct 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
UNC Asheville Lipinsky Hall

The World Trails Film Festival is a unique event showcasing the best short and feature films centering the stories of trails from around the globe. Join us as we bring it to UNC Asheville (premiering for the first time on the East Coast of the United States) to celebrate why trails matter.

This community-building event will support trails locally and globally by fundraising equally for two leading trail organizations, the first of which is the Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards, a local nonprofit equipping people to steward our wild landscapes, and the World Trails Ambassadors, a program of the World Trails Network.

Doors open at 6 pm, Program begins at 7pm and entry will be limited after 7:15 pm, during the screening. Program will include an intermission and ends at 9:30 pm.

Friday, October 20, 2023
Free Community Classes
Oct 20 all-day
YWCA of Asheville

Zumba Mondays: 6-7 pm
Take the work out of workout by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for
an interval style, calorie-burning dance fitness party.

Brain Dance & Play Wednesdays: 10-11 am

Improve your memory, coordination and energy levels with the “Brain Dance”.
Transform your workout into a playful experience by discovering new and joyous
ways to move your body.

Slow Flow Yoga Thursdays: 1:15-2:15 pm

Give yourself a needed break with guided gentle yoga poses to stretch your body
and relax your mind.

Barre Sculpt & Tone Fridays: 11:15-11:45 am

Medium intensity class to build strength, endurance, and muscle tone using 1-5lb
weights for upper body , Pilates based core work, and ballet barre sequence for
mobility and strength.

Pre-registration encouraged, call us at 828-254-7206
to sign up for a FREE class or start your FREE 7-Day Trial
membership at ywcaofasheville.org
185 S French Broad Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
All classes are subject to change, call or stop by for a new schedule.

LAZOOM: CITY COMEDY TOUR
Oct 20 @ 10:00 am
LaZoom Room

Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.

  • Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
  • 90-Minutes – tours run daily
  • 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
  • $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
Hike and Sip Tour at Souther Williams Vineyard
Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
Souther Williams Vineyard

Every Friday from April through November (weather permitting),
check out the Hike and Sip Tour at Souther Williams Vineyard, a unique opportunity to hike our scenic rolling vineyards and enjoy
five different wines along the way, led by a private tour guide who will share the history of the farm and while you hike through the
vines, This educational experience will delight as you live the life of grape throughout its annual pilgrimage to the glass, This 1
hour tour requires moderate walking through hillside vineyards and appropriate farm/field attire, and can accommodate up to 12
people and reservations are required 2 days in advance, $50 per person, Souther Williams Vineyard, Hendersonville,

Sandburg Home Tours
Oct 20 @ 11:00 am
Carl Sandburg Home

Sandburg Home Tours – Thursday to Sunday at 11am, 1pm, 2pm.

*As of April 2022, tours are free until further notice. See rates below if they change before your visit. Online reservations are available at recreation.gov.

The Sandburg Home is a great place to start your visit! The ground floor of the home contains visitor information, exhibits, tour ticket sales, the park store, and you can watch the park video. The main and top level of the home are furnished with the Sandburg family belongings. Visitors may only access the furnished ares of the home on a guided tour.

  • Tour Reservations: Reserving in advance lets you pick your preferred house tour time. Tours fill up quickly. Last-minute, in-person tickets may not be available on the day you visit. Plan ahead and reserve house tour tickets at recreation.gov.
  • Passes: The park does not currently sell the America the Beautiful– National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes.
    *These passes do not waive the house tour fee, but do provide a discount.
    *You can purchase a pass online at 
    America the Beautiful – National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass | USGS Store.
  • 30-minute house tours are offered year-round, schedule varies by season. Visit recreation.gov for the current schedule.
  • Visitors may only tour the Sandburg Home on a guided tour.
  • Tours are limited to 6 persons.
  • Strollers are not permitted on the house tour, but there is a place to leave them for storage. Infants and small children should be carried through the house while on tour.

    Sandburg Home Guided Tour Fee
    *Tours are free until further notice, this chart is the rate when fees resume.

    (credit card only)
    $10.00 for Adults 16 and older
    $6.00 for Adults age 62 and older and all interagency pass holders
    Free for Children age 15 and under

The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad
Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Included with admission

Back by popular demand, The Vanderbilts at Home and Abroad exhibition offers guests:

  • An opportunity to view rarely-seen treasures from the Biltmore collection
  • A first-hand look at the Vanderbilts’ lifestyle
  • Deeper insights into George, Edith, and Cornelia’s personalities, both at home and on their extensive travels

Access to exhibitions at The Biltmore Legacy is included with Biltmore daytime admission.