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.
Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.
For more than 20 years, this beloved local holiday tradition has ushered in the winter season with a joyful infusion of performances by the best and brightest artists in our region. This year, the celebration welcomes the next generation of musicians to the stage to spread seasonal warmth, magic and cheer with Celtic, American-roots and world-influenced music, rousing dance and timeless stories — illuminating winter’s darkest day with wonder and peace.
The 2023 A Swannanoa Solstice features performances by:
-John Doyle
-John Goforth
-E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band
-Jane Kramer
-Becky Stone
-Zoe & Cloyd
For more than 20 years, this beloved local holiday tradition has ushered in the winter season with a joyful infusion of performances by the best and brightest artists in our region. This year, the celebration welcomes the next generation of musicians to the stage to spread seasonal warmth, magic and cheer with Celtic, American-roots and world-influenced music, rousing dance and timeless stories — illuminating winter’s darkest day with wonder and peace.
The 2023 A Swannanoa Solstice features performances by:
-John Doyle
-John Goforth
-E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band
-Jane Kramer
-Becky Stone
-Zoe & Cloyd
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To the New Members of 2023: welcome and thank you – your investment in the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce allows us to continue to serve the businesses of Henderson County and our surrounding area by advocating for business through public policy, and providing opportunities for members of our business community to network, learn, and succeed.We offer various programs and opportunities throughout the year to help our members get engaged in the business community and now is the time to learn more about them! This is a fun, laid-back chance to meet Chamber Staff, Board of Directors Members, and Ambassadors, learn about the different offerings at the Chamber and what may best fit your business goals, and network with fellow new members
Order of Event
4:30 – 5:30 – Arrival, Network and Mingle
5:00 – 5:20 Presentation
5:20 – 5:30 Meet and Greet Board and Staff of the Chamber
5:30 – 6:00 Network and Mingle, Depart
Join us for our 2023 Holiday Fundraiser featuring a silent auction and raffle as well as live DJ set from Mad Mike Martinez, and a dance party for all attendeees.
VIP TICKET // $35 // 6pm – 7:30pm: VIP Hour includes light appetizers and beverages.
General Admission Tickets // $5 // 6pm – 10pm: Includes your suggested donation to non-profit, Connect Beyond Festival.
*Proceeds from this event will be directly donated to Connect Beyond Festival. This is an all ages event.
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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.
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Get ready to bid farewell 2023 a day early. That’s right y’all, we are doing a New Year’s Eve, Eve Party. 24 hours till 2024, get ready for New Year’s Freakout! 🥳 DJ ABUDISARRAY is cranking up the beats starting at 8 PM, and we’ve got a night of non-stop celebration planned just for you.
The party kicks off at 8 PM, and guess what? Free entry!
We’ll also have signature Jello Shots, Specialty Lil Thankies cocktails, and Peppermint Mocha hot drinks!
As the clock inches closer to midnight, we’re treating you to a complimentary champagne toast to ring in the New Year’s.(who parties on a Sunday?)
Bring your party spirit, dancing shoes, and get ready to freak out as we say goodbye to the old and welcome the new in the most epic way possible. See you there!
Fine dining, music from The Super 60’s, and good times
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Incredible Towns of WNC invites you to WNC’s largest free and independent Business Networking group, Incredible Business Networking (IBN) for IBN Biz Lunch – Asheville, on Tuesday, 1/2 at Suwana Asian Cuisine (https://www.suwanaasiancuisine.com), 45 Tunnel Rd., beginning at 11:30.
IBN Biz Lunch – Asheville is open to all. Never any dues, fees, restrictions, exclusions, or membership requirements. Just buy your lunch if you are hungry and support our host restaurant.
Bring a stack of business cards, and if you like, a door prize to add to our drawing at the end of the meeting.
The meeting will consist of 1 minute introductions by every guest, a discussion of future networking opportunities in the area, a roundtable business needs and solutions segment, a time for gratitude and testimonials, door prizes, and some open networking before and after the meeting.
Our meetings are free because of the generosity and support of our IBN Sponsors:
The Super Signguy
https://www.thesupersignguy.com
Biz Radio US
https://bizradio.us
Mr. Rooter Plumbing WNC
https://www.mrrooter.com/asheville
One Health Direct Primary Care
https://www.onehealthdpc.com/
Southern Quality Company
Roofing Contractor Serving Western North Carolina and Upstate South Carolina
Incredible Towns of WNC invites you to WNC’s largest free and independent Business Networking group, Incredible Business Networking (IBN) for IBN Biz Lunch – Asheville, on the first Tuesday of each month, at Suwana Asian Cuisine, 45 Tunnel Rd., beginning at 11:30.
IBN Biz Lunch – Asheville is open to all. Never any dues, fees, restrictions, exclusions, or membership requirements. Just buy your lunch if you are hungry and support our host restaurant.
Bring a stack of business cards, and if you like, a door prize to add to our drawing at the end of the meeting.
The meeting will consist of 1 minute introductions by every guest, a discussion of future networking opportunities in the area, a roundtable business needs and solutions segment, a time for gratitude and testimonials, door prizes, and some open networking before and after the meeting.
Our meetings are free because of the generosity and support of our IBN Sponsors:
The Super Signguy
Biz Radio US
Mr. Rooter Plumbing WNC
One Health Direct Primary Care
Southern Quality Company
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Help us relaunch the Westie scene in a premier venue showcasing spacious dance floors, high ceilings, and a vintage vibe. If you are new to West Coast Swing, come check out for yourself the popular dance style that can be done to a wide variety of music, including pop, country, blues, and contemporary music! For those looking to advance their skills, the Hendersonville WCS community is excited to welcome Pro Instructor Ryan Pflumm to Continuum!
As always, the dress is casual and no partner is needed. Join us for an incredible night of connecting and dancing with our MONTHLY event every FIRST Wednesday!
PRIVATE LESSONS
If you would like to book a private lesson with Ryan for $75 per hour, please message Continuum with the following:
- Which timeslot(s)
- number of people attending
Times:
3:30-4:30pm
4:30-5:30pm
5:30-6:30pm
first come, first served
CLASSES
7:00-8:00pm Intermediate w/ Ryan Pflumm!
7:00-8:00pm Beginner w/ Rachel Harris
8:00-10:00pm Social Dance
Each class is $10 and includes a pass to the social dance. The social dance is $7 without a lesson. Music will be DJ’d by Pro Instructor Ryan Pflumm.
Bring your own beer/wine. Liquor and other beverages above 16% alcohol content are strictly prohibited.
Masks are encouraged but, not required.
Cash, cards, Venmo, PayPal, and Cash app are accepted.
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Ticket price includes applicable sales tax.
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Join us each month for an info-packed event brought to you by the Blue Ridge Community College’s Small Business Center, the City of Hendersonville Main Street Program, the Hendersonville Merchants & Business Association and the Chamber. Get the lowdown on current community events and the issues that matter to our local businesses and community.
Stay tuned for updated on our monthly lineup of guests and speakers!
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