Calendar of Events
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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The Haen Gallery, located in downtown Asheville, North Carolina, is proud to present their 12th Annual Lynn Boggess Exhibition. The exhibit will run through November.
Lynn Boggess is one of the most unique and noteworthy American landscape painters of the 21st Century. He resides in West Virginia, a state whose diverse mountains, forests, and rivers provide abundant inspiration for the artist’s plein air paintings. In place of brushes he uses palette knives and trowels to thickly layer the broad sweeping strokes and exquisite fine detail that capture all the colors of the seasons in rushing rivers, snow covered hillsides, and thick forest vegetation. Mr. Boggess’ work is recognized internationally for its incredible three-dimensional texture, rendered solely in oils. These remarkable paintings combine elements of Abstract Expressionism and Photorealism to create a style that is totally unique and original.
The Haen Gallery in Asheville is located at 52 Biltmore Avenue between City Bakery and Chestnut. There is a parking garage at the Aloft hotel across the street, another garage just up the hill, as well as street parking.
The gallery is open Monday through Saturday 11am-6pm & Sunday 12-5pm. For more information: 828-254-8577 or www.thehaengallery.com. Gallery contacts: Chris Foley, Director; Leslie Logemann, Gallery Manager.
With locations in Asheville and Brevard, The Haen Gallery offers the work of established artists whose distinctive and unique style sets it apart from ordinary and imitative efforts. Visit the website at thehaengallery.com.
Join The Olive or Twist for an Elegant Thanksgiving dinner buffet!
**** Reservations only- call the restaurant at (828)513-5130
Dinner will include:
~Turkey and Dressing ~Prime Rib and Aujus ~Honey Roasted Ham
~Macaroni and cheese ~Green Beans ~Squash Souflee ~Sweet Potato souflee ~Collard Greens ~Rolls and butter ~Salad Bar with assorted dressings ~Mashed Potatos and Gravy ~Homemade Cranberry Sauce ~Assorted Desserts
$35.00 ++ (SERVICE AND TAX FEE)
**Drinks not included
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JOIN US FOR
THANKSGIVING DAY DINNER IN CHIMNEY ROCK
NOVEMBER 22, 2018 12PM – 4PM
3 COURSE MEAL
MEAL PRICE: $50 ADULTS, $15 CHILDREN (12 AND UNDER)
MENU
First Course
Soup: roasted sweet potato, apple and bacon, fried shoestring leek, sage oil or
Salad: butternut squash, candied pecan, currant, arugula,
apple wine vinaigrette
Main Course
Herb roasted turkey
slow roasted turkey, turkey-sage gravy, sweet potato-fall squash galette, crispy green bean almandine, cranberry thyme gastrique
Pork osso bucco
burntshirt vidal blanc braised pork shank, cornbread-fennel sausage stuffing, apple wine and mustard seed gravy, cream braised heavy greens
Vegetable and cheese galette
fennel, tomato, leek, arugula and a gruyere mornay sauce nestled in a flaky butter pastry
Dessert
Sweet potato pie-bread pudding, vanilla bean ice cream, burntshirt riesling caramel sauce
or
Triple chocolate mousse, creme anglaise, cranberry compote
Children’s menu
Herb roasted turkey
Mashed potatoes, green beans, roll and turkey gravy
Siders and a side
choice of two: hamburger, cheeseburger or pulled pork with a choice of fruit or house-made chips
https://www.facebook.com/events/2743786338980533/
Not only are we open all day on Thanksgiving but we are also serving up a traditional style dinner from 12-9 pm! We will have traditional turkey dinners, deep fried turkey legs, prime rib, all the fixins’ and delicious pies. Don’t forget to ask about what fabulous cocktails we will be creating for the day and leave the cooking to us this year. Celebrate with our family over here at Post 25! Now accepting reservations! $32 per person for all three courses and $22 for just the turkey meal itself!
https://www.facebook.com/events/728731307486252/
We’ll be open Thanksgiving Day from 12-5 pm. Bring the relatives while the turkey is cooking. Or swing on in if you just need a break. We will have growler fill specials!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1232184756928999/
Expand your consciousness and raise your vibes via VOICE. Tap into the power of YOU and learn how voice is the driving force behind all matter. Learn how to extend your voice to 4 octaves and heal your throat Chakra. Kara is a Singer-Songwriter, Coach, and Mentor to Voices That are Changing our World. Join Kara each week Thursday at Humanity Healing and get answers to your questions. Learn more about your own voice and how it influences your health, success, and well-being.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1930519210299710/?event_time_id=1930527440298887
Celebrate our bountiful harvest! Bring your family and friends to join us at the 2018 Roux Thanksgiving Buffet Thursday, Nov. 22 from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Buffet features include carved-to-order Roasted NC Tangle Wood Farms Turkey, Baked Ham with Maple Bourbon Glaze, Ancient Grains & Kale Salad, Roasted Parsnips, Brussel Sprouts & Carrots, Green Bean & Portobello Gratin, Artisan Breads with Pesto Butter, Garlic Cheddar Biscuits, homemade Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Chocolate Bread Pudding with Cherry Anglaise and so much more!
Buffet is $46 for adults and $21 for children 12 and under. Free for children 5 and under. For reservations call 828-209-2715 or visit www.opentable.com. Check out our full Thanksgiving menu at https://rouxasheville.com
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Who doesn’t love a grand thanksgiving feast? Especially surrounded by new friends that become family here at the DoubleTree in the Biltmore Village.
Gather round our table and celebrate Thanksgiving with our traditional feast, featuring seasonal classics with an elegant twist!
WHEN??
Thursday, November 22nd
1:30 – 6:00 pm
PRICE??
Adults $43
Children 12 & Under $16
***RESERVE***
Reservations by Credit Card required as seating goes fast!
828-771-2287
https://www.facebook.com/events/1947178065339753/
Bring family, a friend or neighbor to celebrate Thanksgiving. All we need are hot or cold side dishes and warm smiles.
https://www.facebook.com/events/573101209816457/
With so many of us with family in other parts of the world, we will be keeping our doors open and invite our fellow Ashevillians over for Thanksgiving dinner. Bring your favorite side dishes and desserts, and we will be carving up turkey and ham. We’ll have the Redskins v. Cowboys game on at 4:15, and dinner will at 5p. Beer service will be business as usual, with wine and cider available, and soft drinks for the kiddos.
https://www.facebook.com/events/497020604132849/
Each year, BeLoved Asheville hosts a Fiesta to share food, friendship, and gratitude with the deep and stated intent of de-colonizing Thanksgiving. This year, we will be celebrating in our new space at BeLoved’s Liberation Station and at Polanco Restaurant!
We remember that we are indeed on stolen land.
We remember that we have a responsibility to honor and celebrate cultures that were slated for annihilation and to celebrate the strength of peoples in the face of these realities.
We create a table of welcome and gratitude for all who came before us and all the ways we can bless each other on the road to mutual liberation.
There will be home-made Mexican food for all to share and a Mariachi band!
All are welcome!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1287586924715161/
If you can’t be with your family on Thanksgiving, come and be with ours!
Open at 4pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/564997913921618/
Share dessert with us! Get out of the house, escape your crazy family, second wind after your turkey nap. . .whatever the reason, come share some sweets and good company with your neighbors. Family recipes encouraged!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2342278392481185/
ZaPow opens its doors for a community Thanksgiving Potluck. Come celebrate with us as we build a bigger table.
*If your family does not approve of what they call “your life choices” come join others who have been through the same.
*If you are new to Asheville come join us.
*If you want to break bread with other creative souls, come join us.
*Kids and dogs are welcome.
All we ask is that you bring your choice of beverage and a side dish.
Lauren will bake a turkey. SO, please RSVP so that she knows how much turkey to make.
https://www.facebook.com/events/327328388067228/
If you can’t be with your family on Thanksgiving join ours!
Open at 4pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/1605946299504874/
Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with all the fixins! Reserve your seats at (828) 298-5611. Two Seatings available for reservations at 4pm or 6pm on Thursday, Nov 22nd. (We will also be serving a full regular menu from 5:30p – 10p.)
All Inclusive – All You Can Eat.
$29.95/Person (+ tax/tip)
$15/Kids Age 5-10 (+ tax/tip)
Menu:
Spiral Ham
Carved Turkey
House Made Stuffing
Sweet Potato Casserole
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Cranberry Sauce
Choice of Pies
Soft Drinks / Iced Tea / Coffee
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Ask about our Holiday Drink Specials!
https://www.facebook.com/events/525112431322227/
5:00 PM – Doors
6:00 PM Gathering Hour
7:00 PM Vegan Potluck
Please bring vegan appetizer, salad, or entree to share. Please bring a plate and utensil!! $10 suggested donation. Benefits Sweet Bear Rescue Farm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/557633611342589/
Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)
*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.
Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
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In His Glory performing in downtown Forest City
https://www.facebook.com/events/219706908722077/
Check our Holiday Hours to plan your shopping trips to Asheville Outlets! *Store hours may vary.
SPECIAL DATES:
Thursday, November 22 (Thanksgiving Day) | 6pm-2am
Friday, November 23 (Black Friday) | 9am-9pm
Saturday, November 24 | 9am-9pm
Saturday, December 22 | 9am-9pm
Sunday, December 23 | 9am-6pm
Monday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) | 9am – 6pm
Tuesday, December 25 (Christmas) | CLOSED
Monday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve) | 10am – 6pm
Tuesday, January 1, 2018 (New Year’s Day) | 10am – 9pm
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The Asheville Marathon and Half Training Group will have weekly technique and Hill Training on Thursday evenings at 6pm at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Parking Lot – OLLI – UNCA.
Each workout will last one hour. During these workout sessions we will be doing some hill interval training (everyone’s favorite) to improve your hill technique as well as your conditioning.
If you haven’t already registered for the marathon or half marathon training group, you can sign up online and attend these technique and hill trainings and our weekeng long runs. Find out more here –> http://ashevillemarathon.com/community/training/
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Join us for our annual tree lighting ceremony beginning at 6:00pm on Thursday, November 22! Gather with your friends and family near the fountain to watch as we flip the switch on over one million lights! Live music from “In His Glory”. The lights will be turned on 7pm. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate and cookies at the Santa House after the ceremony.
https://www.facebook.com/events/181421809428809/
Experience Asheville’s brightest holiday tradition at Winter Lights at The North Carolina Arboretum. Walk through an outdoor winter wonderland and see the Arboretum’s gardens dressed in more than half-a-million holiday lights. Roast s’mores by the fire, listen to your favorite holiday tunes or enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, cider or beer. Proceeds from the event will support the Arboretum’s educational programs, exhibit and facilities year-round.
Tickets range from $8-18 and must be purchased in advance online at www.ncwinterlights.com.
https://www.facebook.com/events/183329605927836/?event_time_id=183329762594487
Raise your vibes! Shake, spiral, Sweat! ?? Empower your Saturday with Buti Yoga!
Come allow your energy to flow freely in an encouraging circle with Cynthia Sims leading class!
Buti Yoga draws on primal energy to combine yoga asana, dance + plyometrics to an incredible playlist. Shake, Spiral, smack the mat, and discover the cure is within!
✨ ✨ ✨ ALL LEVELS welcome + celebrated AS YOU ARE to connect & thrive! NO experience needed!
➳ 60 minutes of movement
➳ $12 drop in/ Pre-register on Mindbody app- Primal Studios to reserve your space + speed up the sign in process!
➳ Bring your yoga mat OR we have Buti Yoga B-aligned mats for your use.
➳ Our Studio is in the same building as Tribe Dance & Pole at 457 N. Louisiana Ave. in West Asheville
✨ Primal Studios is a Yoga/Buti Yoga/Movement studio that inspires you to move outside your comfort zone, and connect & thrive in the community as we evolve together! Visit us at 457 N. Louisiana Ave. in West Asheville, right inside the TRIBE Dance & Pole building! www.primalstudiosasheville.com ✨
https://www.facebook.com/events/551322345315917/?event_time_id=551322358649249
Tour Gatlinburg’s most dazzling light displays by hopping aboard the Gatlinburg Trolley Ride of Lights! This popular winter tradition is the perfect way to see our mountain town in all its Winter Magic splendor. Get your tickets today!
https://www.facebook.com/events/726348577700947/?event_time_id=726348714367600
Come play modern with us! There are also plenty of commander games going on Thursday nights or just people hanging out playing board games ect.
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If you will be in town and would like to join us for a covered dish meal together, please, feel free to message a dish that you would like to bring. We will be bringing a roasted chicken, tater tot casserole and strawberry cheesecake trifle.
Don’t spend Thanksgiving alone– join with your nerd family!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1931636203592013/
Join us and come share your vinyl music!
Plus Free Beer and Cider Tasting.
Every Thursday
(but not the 4th Thursday)
WE GOT TAPS!!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/254514455291646/?event_time_id=257614844981607
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.
http://www.kanuga.org
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