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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We are lucky to have incredible Animal Educators to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories. Then, grab a Track Trail brochure at the Animal Discovery Den and round out the day with a hike along our Great Woodland Adventure trail with 12 education stations. Don’t forget your camera!
Cost: Included with Park admission.
https://www.facebook.com/events/539272899873223/?event_time_id=539272976539882
Dance and sing along to the groovy sounds of Dirty Birds on June 23 from 2-6 PM at Live@Aloft. From exciting raffle drawings featuring not-to-miss prizes to refreshing local brews and food vendors, this afternoon fete is one not to miss. Not to mention, the event is in benefit of The Center for Honeybee Research—a Sunday fun day you can feel good about!
https://www.facebook.com/events/2304844063119643/
How to be a Human, or at Least Try features both published and unpublished short plays and monologues by critically acclaimed playwright/screen writer Bekah Brunstetter. The show weaves together the themes of love, kindness, loneliness, and hurt that drive the human desire for connection.
Produced by Erin McCarson and Josephine Thomas
The cast for How to be a Human, or at Least Try includes Samantha LeBrocq, Anna Denson, Daniel Moore, Allen Law, and Pam Elder.
$10 Students, $10 Artist Rush, $20 General Admission
https://www.facebook.com/events/471133156992411/?event_time_id=471133170325743
How to be a Human, or at Least Try features both published and unpublished short plays and monologues by critically acclaimed playwright/screen writer Bekah Brunstetter. The show weaves together the themes of love, kindness, loneliness, and hurt that drive the human desire for connection.
Produced by Erin McCarson and Josephine Thomas
The cast for How to be a Human, or at Least Try includes Samantha LeBrocq, Anna Denson, Daniel Moore, Allen Law, and Pam Elder.
$10 Students, $10 Artist Rush, $20 General Admission
https://www.facebook.com/events/471133156992411/
Sunday Family Fun Days
Every Sunday enjoy post game autographs and kids run the bases. | Presented By Ingles
https://www.facebook.com/events/389732935147574/
These 10 Texans know that their lives would change if they could just win this new “hardbody” truck. Their fate is in their hands as they laugh, cry, pray, and push themselves to the limits to keep at least one hand on this hardbody and drive away with the prize. Who will be the last person standing? Based on a true story.
Starring Dan Baechtold, Tiffanie Boone, Paul Gerber, Dillon Giles, Blaine Greenfield, Bob Kelso, Adam Christopher Lentini, Lau Ren, Stephanie Marzuola, Jay Mitchell, Linda Pannullo, Jay Allen Ponton, Sara Terry, Andy Erwin Thompson, Audrey Wells and Aaron Ybarra
Book by Doug Wright; Music by Trey Anastasio and Amanda Green; Lyrics by Amanda Green; Directed by Jerry Crouch; Music Director: Lynda Ferrell Shuler; Choreography by Shari Azar
https://www.facebook.com/events/403852137137590/?event_time_id=403852173804253
Mills River at it’s best ~ The Greenhouse Moto Cafe!! Live music with AcousticEnvy
https://www.facebook.com/events/2421955891208505/
Jack of the Wood : Sunday-Irish Session
Sundays
1 till who knows when?
Traditional Irish music is kept alive at Jack of the Wood with our unplugged Sunday session.
Jack of the Wood
95 Patton ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 252.5445
Enjoy Live Blues Music from Mr Jimmy
https://www.facebook.com/events/370501237143469/
(Flat Rock, NC) Musical students, alumni and instructor Dewitt Tipton of Furman University will perform a special choral evensong and organ recital Sunday, June 23rd. It will be held inside the sanctuary of The Episcopal Church of Saint John in the Wilderness at 4pm.
“The music program of the church is pleased to offer this service to the community in commemoration of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, our patron saint,” says Tipton, also organist and music director of Saint John in the Wilderness.
Featured choral music will come from across the centuries, including recently composed organ pieces by Robert Powell of Greenville, South Carolina. Maggie Ramirez, Abbie Schlictmann, Salleigh Harvey, Will Booker and Shalick Smith are among the performers.
Tipton adds, “The lovely and contemplative service of Choral Evensong is one of the most beautiful traditions of the Anglican Church. Included in the liturgy are hymns, ancient canticles, scripture readings, prayers, choral anthems and organ music.”
Admission is free, however donations will be gratefully accepted to benefit the newly constructed Parish Hall.
For more information, call (828) 693-9783 or visit www.stjohnflatrock.org.
Eleanor Underhill tried her hand at a variety of instruments–piano, trombone, guitar, and ukulele–before settling on the banjo, the instrument that has defined her sound. At age 14, she composed her first song and has since amassed a vast catalogue of music that has supported the creation of five albums with various projects. Born in Williamsburg, VA, Underhill found her new home of Asheville, North Carolina after attending a small liberal arts school—Warren Wilson College—in the area. Her unique open-back banjo style, salty-blues vocals, and prolific writing ability has contributed to the success of her band, Underhill Rose, who has toured nationally and overseas while garnering international acclaim on the Americana scene since its formation in 2009.
In 2014, Underhill formed a non-touring, side-project band of prominent Asheville musicians called Eleanor Underhill & Friends. Thriving on boundary pushing and genre bending, this all-star group has built a growing following in the Asheville area. Underhill also plays solo throughout western North Carolina and successfully wrote, recorded, and produced a debut solo album—Navigate the Madness—in the fall of 2018. Called “…a stunning work of a gifted, visionary singer-songwriter…” by Jim Simpson of Asheville Citizen-Times, Underhill’s latest work is a testament to her far-reaching influences and abilities. Underhill has also won top honors at Asheville’s Songwriting Idol Contest, played on the Grammy award winning song “Mind Over Matter” by Kid-Hop artist, Agent 23 Skidoo, and was selected to perform in the Asheville All-Star Band in the summer of 2018.
https://www.facebook.com/events/668498220258256/
We’ve got a great line up for this year, come out and see some great local bands paired with great local brews!
Aaron Woody Wood and The Love Drugs- June 2nd
Pleasure Chest- June 9th
Caromia- June 16th
Eleanor Underhill- June 23rd
Pierce Edens – June 30th
Roots and Dore- July 7th
Juan Holiday- July 14th
Bald Mountain Boys- July 21st
Modern Strangers- July 28th
David Earl- August 4th
https://www.facebook.com/events/329487861049108/?event_time_id=329487874382440
Hello friends!
Dark Moon Botanicals // Plant Witch Academy brings you Vending, Chats, & Drinks!
Every Sunday at 27 Club, there will be vending of herbal medicines & crafts, CBD, sign-ups for classes/workshops and consultations, and curious chats about plant medicine if you’re interested!
We will have an herbal drink special, of course, for you to sip on while you hang out and we talk about plants, or whatever else.
I also take commissions, so if there is a particular type of medicine you would like to buy, reach out to me and I’ll see if I can concoct a product for you!
You can reach out to Violet Kaylie Moon
and if you haven’t yet, please like Dark Moon Botanicals & Plant Witch Academy to stay up to date! :)
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you! <3
https://www.facebook.com/events/705743716562437/?event_time_id=705814333222042
Hello friends!
Dark Moon Botanicals // Plant Witch Academy brings you Vending, Chats, & Drinks!
Every Sunday at 27 Club, there will be vending of herbal medicines & crafts, CBD, sign-ups for classes/workshops and consultations, and curious chats about plant medicine if you’re interested!
We will have an herbal drink special, of course, for you to sip on while you hang out and we talk about plants, or whatever else.
I also take commissions, so if there is a particular type of medicine you would like to buy, reach out to me and I’ll see if I can concoct a product for you!
You can reach out to Violet Kaylie Moon
and if you haven’t yet, please like Dark Moon Botanicals & Plant Witch Academy to stay up to date! :)
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you! <3
https://www.facebook.com/events/705743716562437/
Bywater Bluegrass Jam Every Sunday from 4-7pm and hosted by Drew Matulich! Come out and enjoy some Bluegrass Music on the French Broad River and bring a friend!
https://www.facebook.com/events/256311128567439/?event_time_id=256311198567432
A new way to play trivia!
Feud Time is a survey-based trivia game with up to 6 players per team & 4 rounds of fun.
https://www.facebook.com/events/316757909191222/?event_time_id=316757962524550
The walkable streets of Gatlinburg become a live stage during the city’s summer-long performance festival. Visitors are invited to encounter costumed storytellers, musical ensembles and cloggers portraying characters from time periods as far back as the 1800s along the Parkway.
Daily performances from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
https://www.facebook.com/events/352862205433672/?event_time_id=352862215433671
We obviously love The Office. So we will be holding four weeks of the Office Trivia all about the different characters. The Breakdown will be as follows:
Week 1: The Accountants (Oscar, Angela and Kevin)
Week 2: Michael Scott
Week 3: Corporate Edition ( Jan, David Wallace, Charles Minor, Kelly, Jo Bennett, Gabe and of course Robert California)
Week 4: Sales Team (Jim, Pam, Dwight, Stanley, Phyllis, Andy, Karen)
Come flex your knowledge of the best workplace comedy ever! Prizes will be awarded for winners and best team name each week! Cheers everyone and Good Luck!
https://www.facebook.com/events/672031896569346/?event_time_id=672031903236012
It’s time to lace up those bolo ties and dust off your best pair of boots, Asheville Opry Season Two returns this June and is slated to deliver its finest series of hootenannies yet.
Inspired by local WNCW radio program “Country Gold”, the program features Western North Carolina artists performing classic country tunes from World War II to Watergate.
Merlefest Song Competition finalist and winners Hannah Kaminer and Alexa Rose, along with local old-school favorites The Old Chevrolette Set will pay tribute to the likes of Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, George Strait, Hank Williams, and more, with toe-tapping standards, classic anthems, and beloved waltzes.
Staying true to the Grand Ole Opry theme, the series will once again be hosted by staple emcee and Asheville-based musician Lo Wolf.
https://www.facebook.com/events/281605196121648/
Petal
w/ Coping Skills
at The Mothlight
Sunday, June 23rd
Doors 7pm, Show 8pm
Tickets: $12adv, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/petal-tickets-60909494939
https://www.facebook.com/events/327312084625663/
Come get right with Hilliary and her band of bawdy angels every Sunday at 9:00!
Sponsored by Asheville Soap
https://www.facebook.com/events/1066159653583849/?event_time_id=1066159660250515
Scattered Hamlet at The Grey Eagle
https://www.facebook.com/events/1151666161661333/
THE ASHEVILLE PERCUSSION FESTIVAL ENCOMPASSES A WHOLE WEEK OF EVENTS -MONDAY, JUNE 24th THROUGH MONDAY, JULY 1st- INCLUDING: immersive workshops in frame drum, doumbek, handpan, djembe, samba, marimba, gamelan, and more, as well as concerts and demos for those who enjoy listening more than playing. Complete schedule, details, and ticket sales can all be found at the Info page of our website:
www.ashevillepercussionfestival.com/info
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This year’s theme, Rhythms of Diversity, brings percussionists from around the globe to Asheville to share their musical expertise, including four-time Grammy Award winner, Glen Velez; rhythm vocalist, Loire Cotler; and Balinese Gamelan Ensemble from New York, Yowana Sari. We also welcome back Persian daf and tonbak player, Naghmeh Farahmand, and versatile musical prodigy, Adam Maalouf, as well as djembe player, Adama Dembele, from Ivory Coast and members of the Asheville-based Samba group, Zabumba.
Check out the Residency Artists page on our website (http://www.ashevillepercussionfestival.com/artists) to learn more about the stellar lineup of talent for the 2019 festival. These inspiring musicians will create original compositions during the week to perform in a Masters Concert on Saturday evening, June 29th. Some of the featured artists will also offer workshops during the week-long intensive program and facilitate a sound meditation together on Sunday, June 30th, while several local musicians will facilitate the free community workshops on Saturday, June 29th.
This year’s Festival events, including the intensive program, are offered à la carte; create your own experience! This flexibility allows you to select the festival events you would like to attend, customized to fit your work and travel schedule.
Complete schedule, details, and ticket sales can all be found at the Info page of our website:
www.ashevillepercussionfestival.com/info
ALL TICKETS ARE DISCOUNTED 15% UNTIL MAY 1.
Please note: separate tickets are required for EACH event, including concerts and free workshops, even for intensive participants.
Come experience the love of clay with our talented artists at Odyssey ClayWorks! Learn to sculpt, coil, and even get to try your hand at throwing on the potter’s wheel in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.
Summer is all about outdoor fun, spending quality time together as a family and taking in the wonderful sights of nature. Submit your photos of your family hiking, sunlight making its way through the trees or of the fantastic views that make Chimney Rock so special. We’ll use the winning entries on our website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.
Cost: No cost to enter contest.
https://www.facebook.com/events/540542089755630/?event_time_id=540542103088962
YMCA Camp Kiddos is a half day camp for 3-6 year old’s where kids will be introduced to structured camp through arts, crafts, song, and water safety.
Camp Kiddos allows kids to experience new things, make friends, and be themselves in a safe and secure setting.
COST PER SESSION:
$115 for members
$145 for non-members
Financial Assistance is available
TIME
Monday—Friday | 9am-1pm
Drop Off 9-9:15am
Pick Up 12:45-1pm
DATES:
Week 1: May 20 – 24 “Movin’ and Groovin’”
Week 2: June 24 – 28 “Fun At The Beach”
Week 3: July 29 – August 2 “Great Outdoors”
SIGN UP TODAY!
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
FOR MORE INFORMATION contact APRIL GALES at [email protected] or 828-575-2940
https://www.facebook.com/events/2686749358218433/?event_time_id=2686749374885098
Join us for Fired Up Art Camp!
Campers will have the opportunity to explore new areas of art in a fun and creative way. Projects will include Pottery Wheel, Clay Hand Building, Glass Fusing, Canvas Painting, Mosaics and much more! 10% OFF if registered by 5/15/19 (Discount applies to full week only. Not valid with other discounts or offers.)
Sign up on our website! Questions? Message or call (828) 253-8181
5-Day Camp $130/week, 9:00 am – Noon. Individual days $35.00 per day, Ages 5-12 years old.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1840392702734155/?event_time_id=1840392706067488
Asheville Percussion Festival
Concert + Workshops.
https://www.facebook.com/events/560162654490011/
There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.
Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.
“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”
Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.
Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.
For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.
Seniors looking to workout more regularly are welcome to participate in video-led fitness classes! Most of the exercises will be performed seated in a chair and you will not have to get on the floor. Classes will be once a week on Mondays. No registration required, come when you can.
You will need to bring your own set of 2 or 3-pound dumbbell weights and a stretch band. (The library has some stretch bands if you need one.) You will be exercising to a Geri-Fit® DVD and several different levels of Geri-Fit® video workouts will be shown. Everyone is encouraged to work out at their own pace.
Please come join us and have some fun working out!
https://www.facebook.com/events/303276030592233/?event_time_id=303276043925565