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.
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Make a donation of $100 or more to GreenWorks by October 31st and receive a $10 gift card and a treat from Ware. In order to receive your gift, you must show your receipt to a Ware employee in-store. No purchase from Ware necessary. Gift must be collected by November 15th, 2023. Valid for donations of $100 or more made between September 27 – October 31, 2023.
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Make a donation of $100 or more to GreenWorks by October 31st and receive a $10 gift card and a treat from Ware. In order to receive your gift, you must show your receipt to a Ware employee in-store. No purchase from Ware necessary. Gift must be collected by November 15th, 2023. Valid for donations of $100 or more made between September 27 – October 31, 2023.
Tickets on Sale Monday Sept 11 at NOON
Today in Western North Carolina, more than 155,000 people are facing an empty bowl every month. But you can help fill those bowls and become part of a collective effort to end hunger in WNC at MANNA FoodBank’s 22nd Annual Empty Bowls event!
A fusion of creativity and compassion, Empty Bowls serves as a poignant reminder that, while art has the power to uplift and inspire, it can also serve as a platform for raising awareness about the very real problem of hunger across our mountains. Guests select a bowl handmade by local artisans and take with them a seasonal meal of delicious soups, breads, and dessert. The souvenir bowl that guests take home reminds them of the many WNC neighbors that are currently struggling to afford groceries.
Almost every part of the event is donated, including the event space, food, and local pottery and art. This allows MANNA to use event proceeds for our critical food distribution programs, which are currently reaching 155,000 food insecure neighbors every month across our 16-county service area, including the Qualla Boundary. Every dollar raised can help provide food for 4 meals. Since 2002, the collective generosity of our Empty Bowls guests, potters, sponsors, culinary partners, and everyone who has ever had a hand in the event, has allowed MANNA to provide the equivalent of 3.6 MILLION MEALS across Western North Carolina.
COLLECTOR’S CORNER
In addition to the souvenir soup bowls that ticket holders select, guests may purchase special works of high-end craft and art at the Collector’s Corner. Collector’s Corner items are both functional and gallery-quality pieces selected by the artists. 100% of the proceeds from Collector’s Corner sales go directly to supporting MANNA’s mission of ending hunger in WNC. The public is invited to shop the Collector’s Corner, even if they are not able to attend the Empty Bowls event.
TICKETS
MANNA hosts its annual Empty Bowls event in a walk-through format. Guests choose a one-hour time window that best suits their schedule, then arrive at the DoubleTree during that time window to select their bowl, choose their soups, and pick up bread + dessert. Guests can choose a one-hour time window any time between 10 AM and 6 PM, and can arrive any time during their chosen one-hour window. Both limited seating for those who would like to enjoy their meal in person AND limited curbside service for those who wish to remain in their cars are available.
Adult Ticket: $45 (includes your choice of one souvenir pottery bowl handmade by a local artist, your choice of three soups/stews/chowders packaged to go, and bread + dessert packaged to go)
Kids Package: $10 (includes one souvenir kid’s bowl handmade by a local artist and other pint-sized goodies)
Fur Kids Package: $30 (guests choose a dog or cat package; includes one souvenir pottery pet bowl handmade by a local artist, yummy treats for your furry friend, and other fun surprises)
$5 per person | All ages (under 14 must be with adult)
Put on your costume and make memories with pumpkin carving, face painting, classic horror movies, spooky music, supernatural snacks, costume contests, and more! For more info, call 828-259-5483.
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Make a donation of $100 or more to GreenWorks by October 31st and receive a $10 gift card and a treat from Ware. In order to receive your gift, you must show your receipt to a Ware employee in-store. No purchase from Ware necessary. Gift must be collected by November 15th, 2023. Valid for donations of $100 or more made between September 27 – October 31, 2023.
Join us on Tuesday, October 24th between 5:30 & 7 PM for a mystical journey through the Highlands Botanical Garden!
🧙♀️ Dress up in your spookiest, funniest, or most enchanting costumes
🍭 Go trick-or-treating through the garden trails
👻 Get your face painted by our friends from Macon Faces
🌲 Enjoy our bonfire & refreshments in the meadow
It’s a family-friendly evening of enchantment and wonder. Don’t miss this opportunity to create unforgettable Halloween memories.
Costumes are encouraged, and the event is open to all ages.
Weather dependent.
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Make a donation of $100 or more to GreenWorks by October 31st and receive a $10 gift card and a treat from Ware. In order to receive your gift, you must show your receipt to a Ware employee in-store. No purchase from Ware necessary. Gift must be collected by November 15th, 2023. Valid for donations of $100 or more made between September 27 – October 31, 2023.
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Make a donation of $100 or more to GreenWorks by October 31st and receive a $10 gift card and a treat from Ware. In order to receive your gift, you must show your receipt to a Ware employee in-store. No purchase from Ware necessary. Gift must be collected by November 15th, 2023. Valid for donations of $100 or more made between September 27 – October 31, 2023.
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In celebration of the podcast Palimpsest’s fifth season launch this Halloween, join creators Jamieson Ridenhour and Hayley Heninger for an intimate live performance featuring a pre-launch sneak peek at the new season followed by haunted refreshments.
Palimpsest is a single-voiced horror audio drama about memory, identity, and the things that haunt us. Each 10-episode season is a self-contained story exploring the spaces between horror, fantasy, and psychological realism. Recently wrapping up its fourth season with over half a million downloads, Palimpsest has critics calling it “a masterclass in atmosphere” and “audio fiction’s best foray into the Gothic.”
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“Palimpsest is audio fiction’s best foray into the Gothic.”
-Wil Williams, DiscoverPods
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“Palimpsest is a masterclass in atmosphere. I absolutely cried.”
-Elena Fernández-Collins, AudioDramatic
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“Palimpsest is perfect for those who like their horror with a little Shirley Jackson vibe.”
-Tor.com
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Make a donation of $100 or more to GreenWorks by October 31st and receive a $10 gift card and a treat from Ware. In order to receive your gift, you must show your receipt to a Ware employee in-store. No purchase from Ware necessary. Gift must be collected by November 15th, 2023. Valid for donations of $100 or more made between September 27 – October 31, 2023.
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Register today for your virtual 5K, which you can complete anywhere you’d like, and receive some of our coolest TOTM swag yet, including an exclusive TOTM-branded belt bag made from six plastic bottles’ worth of recycled materials and a BRAND NEW TOTM sticker for your UNC Asheville sticker collection.
Not only will you be able to walk, jog, bike, or run your 3.1 miles in style, you’ll be supporting our very own Bulldogs every step of the way! A portion of your registration is a gift to the UNC Asheville Fund, which supports top student and campus priorities, like financial aid and community outreach.
Join the over 3 dozen folks who have already registered, especially if you’d like to reserve your limited edition belt bag. We have less than 70 left, and each one that’s reserved will benefit our students and campus where support is needed most.
🍁 Don’t miss the beloved Turning of the Maples Virtual 5K! 🍁
Now’s the time to bring home your favorite UNC Asheville tradition! While our students and faculty celebrate the color-changing canopy of maple leaves on the Quad with bluegrass music, warm apple cider, and maple cookies, you can enjoy the autumnal scenery in your own neighborhood while supporting the UNC Asheville Fund, which provides immediate and flexible support where our students and faculty need it most.
Our virtual 5K (3.1 miles) can be completed anywhere and anytime between October 27-29. You can run, jog, bike, or walk in your neighborhood, in a park, or on a trail. Or, if you prefer indoor activity, your home or local gym works, too! However you celebrate Turning of the Maples, share a photo of your 5K outing on social media using the hashtag #UNCATOTM5K.
A portion of your $25 registration is a gift to the UNC Asheville fund, which supports students and programs across campus. Your registration includes:
- A Turning of the Maples 5K sticker
- Apple Cider Packet
- An exclusive Turning of the Maples 5K Belt Bag (known as a Fanny Pack to the 25+ crowd 😉) made with 6 plastic bottles’ worth of recycled materials! (ONLY 100 AVAILABLE.)
These items will be deployed on a daily basis, but may not arrive prior October 27.
How does the Turning of the Maples Virtual 5K work?
- Register: Make a gift of at least $25 to the UNC Asheville Fund on this form.
- You’ll receive your swag!
- Run, walk, jog, or bike your favorite 5K route at your own pace between October 27-29. Don’t forget to wear your UNC Asheville gear and take photos! Tag the UNC Asheville Alumni Association and use the hashtag #UNCATOTM5K so that we can follow along!
The 2023 Turning of the Maples Virtual 5K is proudly sponsored by the UNC Asheville Alumni Association.
Questions? Contact the Alumni Engagement Office at [email protected].
Your Ticket Is Valid Friday, Saturday, Or Both Days…Pay Only Once!
🎃 Get Your Tickets Now‼️
Click ✅ GOING ✅ On The Facebook Event ⬇️ So You Don’t Miss Updates
https://www.facebook.com/events/892778395079984/
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What You Get:
🏆 $1,000 Grand Prize Costume Contest Entry*
🤩 2 Days Full Of Bar Crawl Adventures (Friday AND Saturday)
🍻 1 Drink Or Shot Included With Ticket!
🥤 Crawl With US Stadium Cup And Bottle Opener Lanyard! (First 400 Check Ins)
🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials
😋 Food Specials At Partner Venues!
👍 Waived Cover At All Venues ($5-$15 at Some Venues Without Ticket)
📸 Professional Photographers! (Saturday Only)
🔥 Awesome After Party!
🎟️ Custom Halloween Badge With Vouchers
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🎟️ VOUCHERS 🎟️
Vouchers Are Only Valid At The Venues Posted Below!
FRIDAY
GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM
YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM
RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM
SATURDAY
GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM
YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM
RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM
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🎃 CHECK IN TIME 2PM – 4PM 🎃
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY
🎃 CRAWL LOCATIONS 2PM – 8PM 🎃
SPECIALS WILL BE UPDATED TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CRAWL!
ARCHETYPE BREWING AND KITCHEN – SOUTH SLOPE
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
$4 Jameson Shots | $5 Pints | $10 Pizzas
BANKS AVE.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
$3 The Blood Shot | $4 Witch’s Punch | $5 Margarita | $7 Green Tea Shot
DRAG SHOWS:
Friday – 8PM & 11:30PM
Saturday – 6PM & 8PM
** Specials at Banks Ave. will be honored until 10PM **
CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
DADDY MAC’S
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
DALTON DISTILLERY
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
HI-WIRE BREWING
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
ONE WORLD BREWING
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
THE TIKI EASY BAR
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFÉ
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
$10 Pumpkin Spice Brewmanji (Dark Rum, Kahlua, Pumpkin Spice, Cream & Sugar, Topped w/ Whipped Cream & Chocolate Drizzle) | $7.50 Death By Chocolate Brownie Sundae | $9 Pretzel Bites
🎃 AFTER PARTY TIME 8PM – 10PM 🎃
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB
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🎟️ FREE TICKETS 🎟️
Earn 2 Free Tickets by inviting your Facebook friends to the event.
Message us for details: https://www.messenger.com/t/CrawlWithUs
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㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑
Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.
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🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫
We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!
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✔️ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ✔️
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100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE:
👌 In the event of cancellation, for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full. No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank. Guaranteed.
Asheville Official Halloween Bar Crawl
PAY ONCE! DRINK, PARTY, and CRAWL ALL 3 DAYS! OCTOBER 21ST, 27TH and 28TH!
One of the most exciting and unique Halloween events is back, and you know who’s throwing it. Have you ever wondered what a Haunted Bar Crawl would be like? Look no further because this is perfect for those who love to drink and enjoy a spooky atmosphere. Our Official Halloween Bar Crawl is back and just in time to freak the night away. This Halloween we celebrate October 28th, 2023.
The bar crawl consists of visiting several bars in the city, each with its unique Halloween drink specials, decor, and spooky surprises. From ghostly cocktails to pumpkin beer, each bar offers a special drink to fit the Halloween theme. Don’t get caught in cobwebs, get scared by skeletons or spooky lighting which will be all over this Halloween.
One of our most exciting parts of the event is the costume contest. Participants come dressed in their scariest or most creative costumes, and the winner receives a prize. What will you come up with? We love the creativeness from classic costumes like zombies and ghosts to more modern costumes, you name it, we want to see it.
As the night goes on, the bars become more crowded, you won’t want to miss out on the high energy level of the dance floor. Don’t be afraid to singing along to Halloween-themed songs you know that will be rocking the venues all night long. This Halloween event is a great way to let loose and have fun with friends, while also enjoying the spooky holiday atmosphere.
Mark your calendars and join us for our Official Halloween Bar Crawl for a night of scary joy and spine-tingling thrills. Tickets are selling quickly, so be sure to get yours now. Don’t forget to invite your Halloween homies to come out by sharing our social media postings with them. We can’t wait to see you at our Official Halloween Bar Crawl, which is guaranteed to be a scream-worthy success.
What To Expect
Getting a ticket to this year’s Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl Festivities is quite simple, all you must do is go to Pubcrawls.com and you can purchase your ticket today! If you and your friends want to make sure you are at the number one bar crawl in the world, then make sure you buy your ticket in advance so you can select a fabulous costume and crawl in style. We cannot wait to see you at this year’s Halloween Bar Crawl in Asheville on October 28th, 2023.
Costume Contest
Prizes will be given away for Asheville HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL!
Be sure to tag @PUBCRAWLERS throughout the night, as we will be hand picking winners and messaging them.
What do we look for to win? Originality. Every winner so far has custom made and designed the creepiest and most ghoulish costumes on the crawl. We are also cool with group costumes, so grab your creepiest friends and get in on the contest and who knows, your group may be able to split the pot.
The Hook Up
3-4 Drinks Or Shots (With Multi Day Pass)
Pay Once! Drink, Party, and Crawl All 3 Days!
FREE Entry Into Over 4+ Venues
Exclusive FREE After Party
Digital Bar Crawl Map
Live Djs At Select Venues
$2,000 Value Halloween Costume Contest
Chance To Be Featured On Our Socials
Hundreds Of Crawlers
Tasty Themed Holiday Drink Specials
Up To 25% Off Select Foods
Up To 50% Off Drinks
Door Cover Charges Waived
Photographer and Or Videographer
Helpful Pub Crawl Staff On Site!
Use Code Metro for 20% Off at Pubcrawls.com
Disclaimer: Must be 21 years or older to participate in our events. All participating bars and their food or drink specials may be subject to change at the venue’s discretion. Must present your ticket at check in before check in time ends to receive your wristband. All sales are final no returns, refunds or exchanges for services once purchased.
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/1935862-2?pid=10412
Come dressed as your favorite character and partake in tasty beverages, silent disco, and even silent raffles to benefit the local Reeves Cove community and minimize the impact of future development. $5 suggested donation at the door, $5 suggested donation for silent disco headphones. Games and activities for all!
Grab some friends and prepare to get spooky. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn choreography from Michael Jackson’s Creepy Classic “Thriller” and sip on a Spooky Halloween-themed cocktail (or mocktail if you’d rather). No dance experience is necessary, but costumes are encouraged!
$2 per person | Ages 10 and up (under 14 must be with adult)
Looking for a spooky fright? Meet ghosts and ghouls and visions of things that go bump in the night at the Haunted Castle on the Hill. This can’t-miss haunted house tends to be on the spooky side, so it’s not recommended for those who scare easily. For more info, call 828-350-2058.
Want to volunteer?
APR relies on the help of community members to create the Haunted Castle on the Hill atmosphere. If you are 15 years-old or older, you can help with set up, breakdown, or join the Scare Crew (costumes, make-up, and props are provided by APR). Contact 828-350-2058 or email [email protected] to sign up.