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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WHERE: THE BLOCK off biltmore, 39 S. Market St, 28801
WHEN: Friday October 19, 2018
COVER: $7 adv. / $10 d.o.s.
DOORS: 8pm | SHOW: 9pm
GENRE: “anti-genre”
AGES: 21+
WEB LISTING:
http://theblockoffbiltmore.com/index.php/event/seepeoples
SeepeopleS:
WEBSITE: www.seepeoples.com
HEAR SOME MUSIC: https://soundcloud.com/seepeopleswill
SEE A VIDEO: https://youtu.be/v54qyyGuqZg
The anti-genre indie pranksters SeepeopleS have been a band for 17 years. The band, which is the brainchild of bandleader/songwriter/producer Will Bradford, has released 5 full length albums and 2 EPs on their own imprint, RascalZRecordZ. It would be an accurate statement to say that there isn’t a single band on the planet that covers as much ground musically, or traverses through as many musical universes as SeepeopleS does. Musicians have long since taken notice and members of Morphine, Spearhead, Dave Matthews Band (Tim Reynolds), and even members of Parliament/Funkadelic and Lynyrd Skynyrd are featured on previous albums. All seven records were co-produced by Will Holland (Pixies, New Pornographers, Dead Can Dance) The band has toured ceaselessly, playing over 1500 shows in 46 states during their long career. Most importantly, SeepeopleS features songwriting that is the definition of timelessness and lyrically have been busy writing the most important musical anthems of our generation. It may be long after our lifetimes before this band gets their due, but they certainly will. Nothing this good can remain hidden forever.
As far as “hype” goes, the band was recently nominated for “Best Live Act” for the 2016 New England Music Awards. Other nominations include “Best New Artist” (Relix Magazine Awards 2007).The band has shared the stage and toured with such acts as Death Cab for Cutie, Franz Ferdinand, Cracker, De La Soul, The Pharcyde, Ben Harper, Kula Shaker, Presidents of the United States and have even had Jon Fishman (Phish) join the band for a SeepeopleS set during a Bernie Sanders rally. They have been featured in Pop Matters, Magnet, Exclaim, High Times, Relix. DRUM Magazine, Blue Walrus and now Daytrotter, to name a short few. Their music has been used on Judging Amy (TNT), The Gates (ABC), and in feature films such as ‘Canvasman,’ and ‘Wheels Over Paradise,’ as well as on the Discovery Channel and NASCAR broadcasts. They provided most of the music for the Headcount (voting registration) documentary ‘Call To Action’ and have played CMJ, SXSW, as well as a major music festivals’ Wakarusa and Allgood Music Festival.
Recently the band released their newest EP, ‘HATE’ in 2017 as well as a brand new video animated by Pete List (Celebrity Death Match/MTV, Marilyn Manson). The band has been on tour for the past couple years in support of their triple series of EP releases, ‘LOVE,’ ‘HATE,’ and ‘LIVE,’ which is scheduled for release this Christmas. All three EPs will be released digitally with some bonus tracks as ‘SeepeopleS LOVE HATE LIVE’ at that time as well.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2124117027865719/
Brian Wheat – Bass / Keyboards / Piano / Backing Vocals (1981-1996, 2000-present) Frank Hannon – Guitars / Backing Vocals (1981-1996, 2000-present) Jeff Keith – Lead Vocals (1984-1996, 2000-present) Troy Luccketta – Drums / Percussion (1984-1996, 2000-present) Dave Rude – Guitar / Backing Vocals (2006-present) Thanks to their die-hard, loyal fan base and their younger generation offspring, TESLA continues to tour to sold-out crowds around the world. Celebrating 30+ years of kick ass Rock ‘n’ Roll gives their audience a musical journey that keeps the loyal fans coming back and has newcomers realizing, “Wow, I didn’t know they did that song!
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 20 Jul 2018 at 10:00 AM
Total Rewards® Presale : Tue, 17 Jul 2018 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Wed, 18 Jul 2018 at 10:00 AM
Facebook Presale : Wed, 18 Jul 2018 at 10:00 AM
Meet & Greet Package : Tue, 17 Jul 2018 at 10:00 AM
Official Platinum : Tue, 17 Jul 2018 at 10:00 AM
https://www.facebook.com/events/426573471152468/
The Berlyn Trio, live, from 9pm – 12 at One World Downtown. The Berlyn Trio is a jazz, funk and soul band based in Asheville, NC. It features Jamie Berlyn on sax, Dan Clare on 8-string guitar, and Kevin Scott on drums.
https://www.facebook.com/events/255278171763033/
The Garcia Project
Performing full, classic Jerry Garcia Band set lists from 1976-1995.
The Garcia Project’s performances are based on actual set lists performed by The Jerry Garcia Band. All of their shows are classic recreations of a Jerry Garcia Band set list from the 1976 to 1995. For anyone that never had a chance to experience the Jerry Garcia Band or for fans that want to relive a classic show, The Garcia Project delivers.
The Garcia Project has received rave reviews from the press and from fans. Touring nationally, The Garcia Project has made many Jerry Garcia fans extremely happy.
With precise arrangements and the proper instrumentation and feel for any and all given eras, The Garcia Project faithfully channels and projects the feelings, emotions and music that propelled the Jerry Garcia Band and the fans through many years of musical bliss. It’s about family, soul searching, rejoicing, contemplating, celebrating, seeking truth and loving one another.
www.thegarciaproject.com
Press:
“I spent a lot of nights in a lot of places with the Jerry Garcia Band, and I’m here to say that I really enjoy what The Garcia Project does with those memories. Mik’s guitar and his and Kat’s vocals stir up some very sweet vibes…some times they almost make me feel like I’m back in, say, 1992 at the Warfield. Check ‘em out.”
— Dennis McNally, former publicist for the Jerry Garcia Band
“For those of us who crave late 70’s (and through the 80’s and 90’s) Jerry Garcia Band, The Garcia Project scratches that itch for hearing live renditions of Jerry Garcia Band shows from that period.”
— Bob Minkin, legendary Grateful Dead and Jerry Band rock photographer
“If you close your eyes, you’ll swear you are at a Jerry Garcia Band show.”
– ecoLocal Magazine, Albany, NY
“…it was hard to tell that it wasn’t Jerry signing on “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down….The Garcia Project’s attention to detail on intonation and performance structure does set them apart as an authority on Jerry Garcia.”
– NYS Music
“In order for a tribute band to be successful, fans need to look at them as the authority on the artist they are emulating. The Garcia Project pulls it off effortlessly. Go see them live …The Garcia Project is the whole package.”
– Jim Gilbert, Upstate Live
“The Garcia Project was on point with the whole experience and it didn’t seem like a cover band more like a mirrored band…they are just as real as the Jerry Garcia Band. “
– Buffalo FM Review
“”Deadicated“ to carrying on the music and vibe of Jerry that so many still carry in their hearts.”
– Albany Times Union
Video Links:
Jerry Garcia Family & Brooklyn Bowl presents The Garcia Project performing ‘77 style Who Was John:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8PxELZ00XQ
The Garcia Project performing 90’s style “Think” by the Jerry Garcia Band:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NXnvHgcUOY
On 4/20/18 at Wall Street Theater, Norwalk, CT, The Garcia Project recreated The Jerry Garcia Band’s 5/29/83 Bushnell Auditorium, Hartford, CT show set list. The video picks up in the middle of “Tore Up” : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD6fnXRs_c4
The Garcia Project, After Midnight ‘77 style, Weed CA, Jerry Garcia Band tribute:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySAUbJ8UlKU
Full Show Audio Links:
At a sold out show at The Cohoes Music Hall, The Garcia Project performed the 1976 Jerry Band Set List from Ithaca, NY:
https://archive.org/details/TGP2017-04-15.cohoesmusichall
On March 2, 2018 in Eugene, OR at W.O.W. Hall, The Garcia Project performed The Jerry Garcia Band’s 3/1/91 Warfield Theater, San Francisco, CA Show:
https://archive.org/details/TGP2018-03-02.wow-hall-eugene-OR
On February 27 in Seattle, WA at Tractor Tavern, The Garcia Project performed The Jerry Garcia Band’s 3/10/84 Keystone show from Berkeley, CA:
https://archive.org/details/TGP2018-02-27.Portland-OR-Goodfoot
https://www.facebook.com/events/884238555108781/
The Garcia Project will perform a full, classic Jerry Garcia Band show setlist!
The Garcia Project is the only nationally touring Jerry Garcia Band tribute that performs full, classic Jerry Band set lists from 1976-1995. We have been called by many, “the DSO of JGB”. With proper, era-specific equipment and arrangements, The Garcia Project brings the fans back in time to relive the classic Jerry Garcia Band concerts in their entirety.
“I spent a lot of nights in a lot of places with the Jerry Garcia Band, and I’m here to say that I really enjoy what The Garcia Project does with those memories. Mik’s guitar and his and Kat’s vocals stir up some very sweet vibes…some times they almost make me feel like I’m back in, say, 1992 at the Warfield. Check ‘em out.”
— Dennis McNally, former publicist for the Jerry Garcia Band
We’ll be back in Asheville playing some tunes at Jack of the Wood!!!
October 19 / 9PM / 5$
https://jackofthewood.com/
https://themoonbees.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/2147173735515766/
The RVA/Charlottesville Space-Folk Jam band The Moonbees will be bringing their fresh and funky grooves and hot honey melodies to Jack of the Wood for a night of good times and great vibes! The Moonbees brand new upcoming release (Now That’s What I Call The Moonbees) will be availble as a part of a three night only special pre-release promotion.
This year, Eliada will maintain some beloved attractions including the tractor ride, which now drives all the way around the Corn Maze, jumping pillow, corn kernel sand box, spider web climber, tube slides, and corn cannons.
Tuesday – Thursday: 9am-3pm
Friday: 9am-8pm
Saturday: 10am- 8pm
Sunday: 10am-6pm
We are bringin the funk to the Social! Get your dancing shoes ready to get your boogie on!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/493492714430668/
It is DJ Kilby’s B-day!! He is taking the night off and DJ Lyric is filling in! Lyric will still be spinning a mix of old and new that you have come to expect for the throwback Dance party
Friday Night 10-2 No Cover
https://www.facebook.com/events/278333392808311/
Open 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. Advance tickets are rquired. It’s safe, scary fun for the whole family! Kids will enjoy the Halloween shows and trick-or-treating. And take a chilling journey into the night on the Ghost Train – if you dare!
For 23 years, each May & October, an intergenerational family of 12,000 people join together to experience the power music, art & culture has to transform lives, strengthen community & foster community.
The award-winning LEAF Festival takes place at Lake Eden in the Blue Ridge Mountains among a stunning array of rolling hills, lakes & streams on 300 acres of comfortable camping grounds and features 6 performance stages, 400+ performing artists, 8 family adventure villages, 100+ handcraft, healing & culinary vendors & so much more!
LIKE our Facebook page (Facebook.com/theLEAF.org) to stay informed about lineup release, ticket contests & event details.
Voted by WNC as the #1 Nonprofit Serving the Arts, #1 Music Festival, #1 Camping Festival, #1 Kids Festival, #1 Music-Related Nonprofit & #1 Cultural Arts Event, LEAF Community Arts is a non-profit organization in which all donations & festival proceeds support cultural arts education programming locally & globally! Since 2004, LEAF Schools & Streets has served over 55,000 youth with programs in over 20 Western North Carolina locations. LEAF International features cultural preservation programs in 10 countries worldwide. Your attendance at LEAF not only provides you with an amazing weekend experience with friends and family, but provides a platform for fostering the growth of our youth into creative leaders in their communities worldwide. Join the movement @ theLEAF.org
The leaves will be turning this October and the pumpkins will be ready to be carved! The PEANUTS gang returns to the GSMR Pumpkin Patch this October. Ready for some family fun? PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express returns to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad for 2018! The excursions, which are themed after Charles M. Schulz’s classic story “It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” will be departing from the Bryson City Depot in October of 2018!
A musical romp through the cornfields with a jug of moonshine in hand. Taking inspiration from classic variety shows of the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, this original production will feature some of our favorite Flat Rock Playhouse singer/musicians and is guaranteed to be a foot stomping, hand clapping good time for the whole family. Howdyyyy!
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
We are going to be throwing a party celebrating the 51st anniversary of the Bigfoot video. We are going to have food, drinks, music and to top it off we will be giving away a 4ft Sasquatch statue. If you would like a chance to win the statue you can either join the event or come and sign up in person to better your chances of winning. Each time you come visit us we will put your name in the pot to win. We hope to see you soon and can’t wait for the party!
https://www.facebook.com/events/369888983455242/
We will meet at the Wal-Mart off Hwy 411 in Maryville at 6:30 am, and jeeps will hit the road at 7:00 am. We will convoy to North Carolina to the Punkin Chunkin and Jeep Festival.
https://www.facebook.com/events/619005738495063/?ti=cl
https://www.facebook.com/events/2423464797880451/
The No Kid Hungry Walk and Fundraising event will be held at Carrier Park this year! This walk is hosted by our Buncombe County Schools School Nutrition Association and will be fundraising for No Kid Hungry.
Pre-registration ends September 20th. Same day registration starts at 7:30 on the day of the event. The walk will be held from 7:45 to 8:30!
16 million kids in America live in households without consistent access to adequate food- that’s 1 out of 5. Join us as we walk to raise money for children facing hunger.
https://www.facebook.com/events/477216326125465/
More Information: www.UpstateUltra.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/789028534539205/
We’re Back! After a one-year hiatus, the Cherokee Harvest Half Marathon & 5K return to the racing schedule on Saturday, October 20. Also back will be our scenic courses, amazing swag, and incredible post-event meal.
Registration
Online registration is now open and will close on Thursday, October 18 at 9:00 PM.
http://bit.ly/cherokeeharvestregistration
Entry Fee
December 15, 2017-April 30, 2018 – $25
May 1-September 30 – $30
October 1 – Race Day – $35
Event Schedule
Friday, October 19
4:00-6:00 PM – Packet Pickup/Late Registration
Saturday, October 20
6:00-7:45 AM – Packet Pickup/Late Registration
7:45-11:30 AM – Acquoni Road closed to traffic
8:00 AM – Half Marathon Start
8:15 AM – 5K Start
All events take place at the site of the old Acquoni Events Center on Acquoni Road in Cherokee.
Cherokee Harvest Half Marathon Website:
http://bit.ly/cherokeehavesthalfmarathon
Cherokee Harvest 5K Website:
http://bit.ly/cherokeeharvest5K
https://www.facebook.com/events/141197519934837/
Fall yard sale fundraiser! Come out and shop and help support saving homeless animals in our community. We will have something for everyone!
We also will be taking donations until the day before the sale.
https://www.facebook.com/events/553693775075465/
Appalachian Handworks will be here at Pumpkinfest with various handmade items (see our website or FB page.)
https://www.facebook.com/events/1825841494159262/
Reclaimed Creations is a unique sculpture exhibit created by renowned artist Sayaka Ganz. Utilizing reclaimed plastic objects, such as discarded utensils, Ganz creates amazing sculptures that visually appear unified at a distance, but are in fact separated when examined up close. Described as using a “3D impressionistic” style, Ganz’s exhibit includes installations of animals in motion, which are in rich in color and energy, to create an illusion of form.
About the Artist
Born in Yokohama, Japan, Sayaka Ganz grew up living in Japan, Brazil and Hong Kong. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Indiana University, Bloomington, and a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture from Bowling Green State University in Ohio. A lecturer and teacher, Ganz’s work has been displayed at various institutions around the globe, including the Hermann Geiger Foundation in Cecina, Italy, the Isle Gallery in Isle of Man, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California.
My work is about perceiving harmony, even in situations that appear chaotic from the inside. When observing my sculptures up close, one might see gaps, holes and items being held on only by small points; step away, however, and the sculptures reveal the harmony created when the objects are aligned to the same general (but not identical) direction. Similarly, it is important to gain perspective by stepping back from current problems and look at the larger picture. Then one can perceive the beauty and patterns that exist.”
In the 1800s and early 1900s the top of Brushy was an important meeting spot for hunters. It divides the large drainages of Bee Tree Creek (Right Fork), Laurel Branch, and Sugar Fork. The Bee Trees run south from the Blue Ridge Parkway to Grovemont and Swannanoa, separating the North Fork drainage from the Bee Tree Creek drainage. The Museum’s hike provides a tour of these mountains from White Oak Flats, just south of Brushy Ridge, to the gap near Eden Rock, above the Granny and Laurel Branches.
Meet: Swannanoa Valley Museum, 223 West State Street, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Difficulty: Difficult, 6 miles
Meet Time: 8:00AM
Estimated Return Time: 2:30PM
Cost: $30 for members, $50 for nonmembers
https://www.facebook.com/events/172194243529832/
Don’t miss the 43rd annual Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Horse Trials offering levels from Starter through Preliminary and proudly hosting a college team challenge with a perpetual trophy!
Entries open September 4: http://useventing.com/competitions/calendar?event=16919
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: https://www.eventingvolunteers.com/events/554/signup
https://www.facebook.com/events/517865438639624/
The Town of Franklin presents the 22nd ANNUAL PUMPKINFEST featuring the World Famous Pumpkin Roll!
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Get ready to let the good times roll during Franklin, North Carolina’s 22nd Annual PumpkinFest! This street festival and celebration of Autumn is pure familiy fun! Children and adults alike will have a blast taking part in traditional and some very non-traditional fall festivities during Western North Carolina’s premiere autumn festival.
PumpkinFest rolls into action on Saturday, October 20th and Historic Downtown Franklin, North Carolina is full tilt with everything pumpkin. Bring your pumpkin (or purchase one downtown) and sign up early for the World Famous Pumpkin Roll. The Costume Parade and Contest is another highlight of the day as well as the Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest. And don’t miss out on more than 80 vendors including mountain arts & crafts along with great food! There is always live entertainment including roving street performers. PumpkinFest runs from 9am to 4pm and is held rain or shine.
More information can be obtained by calling 828-524-2516 or drop us an email at [email protected]. You can also follow PumpkinFest on Facebook to keep posted on the latest information! More on the schedule of events is below and we’ll be updating the schedule so check back with us from time to time.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1074765562693329/
The Thomas Wolfe 8k is Asheville’s Oldest Race and honors the life of the famed literary author Thomas Wolfe. In his short life, the Asheville native was known for his short stories, works and novellas. The Thomas Wolfe 8k is a fundraiser for the Asheville Track Club and other literacy related nonprofits.
This is Asheville’s oldest and most prestigious running event. First run in 1976, the run will celebrate its 42nd year in 2018! This beautiful autumn run/walk highlights many of Asheville’s historic sites! Start at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial House and continue to run past his final resting place. Come on out and see why this race has become a deeply rooted Asheville tradition.
Packet Pick up at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial starting at 7am race morning.
https://www.facebook.com/events/238165836851030/
Enjoy a vintage car show at the Cherokee Indian Fairgrounds featuring hundreds of restored and enhanced vintage cars. Chat with their owners to get each car’s unique history, enjoy pristine paint jobs, and have your fill of polished chrome.
This show will have food, memorabilia, and automobile parts vendors and will be hosted with music by a professional DJ for lots of old-fashioned fun.
Admission is $5 per person and free for children 10 and younger. Tickets can be purchased at the event.
For more information visit www.cherokeerodders.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/272427386707722/
DON’T MISS THE 2nd ANNUAL DIESEL OUTLAWS AT THE STRIP. THIS YEAR IS GOING TO BE BIGGER AND BETTER. BIGGER PRIZE MONEY!! AND WE GOT SOME TOP NOTCH ENTERTAINMENT. THE ONE AND ONLY ” SHOTGUN SHANE ” WE HAVE ALREADY GOT SOME BIG NAME SPONSORS AND VENDORS. More details to come.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2011566835832875/
Ride though South Carolina’s beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains on routes George Hincapie traveled when training for the Tour de France. With awe-inspiring views, celebrity cyclists, and careful attention to safety, the original Gran Fondo Hincapie in Greenville, South Carolina, has received stellar reviews and topped numerous charts.
https://www.facebook.com/events/591526017892236/
There’s no better day than Saturday, October 20th to shop at the Habitat ReStore in Biltmore Village. It’s the ReStore’s Fall Customer Appreciation Sale and they’re saying thanks to the community by offering 25% off everything in the store! Whether you’re looking for furniture, building supplies, housewares, books, appliances, or antiques, shop the Habitat ReStore on Saturday, October 20th to take advantage of the lowest prices of the year. Sale hours are 9am to 6pm and free soft drinks and hot dogs will be available between noon and 2pm.