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.

Sunday, March 22, 2020
Coach Needed at Hominy Valley Elementary Girls on the Run!
Mar 22 all-day
Hominy Valley Elementary
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We are in URGENT need of two assistant coaches at Hominy Valley Elementary on one or both program days (greater need on Wednesdays). The team practices on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:15 pm to 3:45 pm.

With your support, 15 girls will grow their confidence, learn to stand up for themselves and others, and realize their voices matter. You don’t even need to like running!

Baseball Factory Tryouts at Fluor Field CANCELLED
Mar 22 @ 8:00 am
Flour Field
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Get your start with Baseball Factory just like Greenville Drive alums Triston Casas, CJ Chatham, Jarren Duran, and Thad Ward! The National Tryout Tour comes to Fluor Field on Sunday, March 22nd. The Baseball Factory National Tour is the #1 skills evaluation in the USA.

There will be two sessions at Fluor Field, one for Middle School athletes at 8 AM, and one for High School atheltes at 12 PM. Middle School athletes can click HERE to register, while High School athletes can click HERE to register.

During both sessions, parents will have access to a suite at Fluor Field that will include complimentary refreshments, snacks, and a short presentation by Baseball Factory.

Baseball Factory is on a mission to help every young baseball player in America know where he stands and how he can reach his full potential. The Under Armour Baseball Factory National Tryout Tour is where it all begins. The Baseball Factory has a passion for creating opportunities and player development has helped more than 100,000 players earn over $1 billion in scholarships for more than 25 years.

100% of Division I and II Programs, as well as 96% of Division III Programs have a Factory Alum on their rosters!

The Merrell Adventure Dash CANCELLED
Mar 22 @ 4:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Age: All Ages

The Merrell Adventure Dash is all about getting outside and challenging yourself to work hard for your good time. Suitable for families as well as adults, participants will negotiate a series of natural and man-made obstacles along the 5K course, including balance components, climbs and nets, a river-run, and raft crossing. This holiday weekend, enjoy a fun, family-friendly adventure run in the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. Merrell Adventure Dash participants can choose between the 5K dash or a 1K fun run. Kids aged 12 and under race free with a participating adult.

Registraion opens March 1, 2020. Check back for more details.
Onsite Registration is available from 1pm – 3:30pm day of. The race starts promptly at 4PM on 5/23/2020.

Remember to wear anything you don’t mind getting dirty!

Hendersonville Racquet Club adult beginner tennis classes
Mar 22 @ 7:00 pm
Hendersonville Racquet Club

Hendersonville Racquet Club is offering a six week series of classes for adult beginner tennis players.  Try Tennis is a tennis instruction program for beginners.  The Wednesday night classes are 7 pm.  The cost is $40 for the six weeks and includes six hours of instruction, a tennis racquet and a Try Tennis t-shirt.  April 8-May 20.

“Try Tennis is a great program we do in partnership with the NC USTA.  Their help allows new players to get from couch to court in six weeks at half the price it would normally cost…plus they get a t-shirt and racquet! We will teach you the right way to play with certified tennis pros.  This is a great program to get into tennis for adults.” stated HRC Owner Chris Bull.

All classes are taught by certified tennis professionals and will be held on HRC’s outdoor or indoor courts.  To register or for more info go to www.hvillerc.com or contact 693-0040 or e-mail [email protected].

Hendersonville Racquet Club is a six acre complex that includes 7 outdoor tennis courts, 3 indoor tennis courts, four racquetball courts, three pickleball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, group fitness room and outdoor leisure area by Shaw’s Creek and pond.

Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Charlotte Hornets vs. Portland Trail Blazers
Mar 24 @ 7:00 pm
Spectrum Center

Charlotte Hornets

Charlotte Hornets vs. Portland Trail Blazers Basketball
Mar 24 @ 7:00 pm
Spectrum Center
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. Cincinnati Cyclones
Mar 24 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Swamp Rabbits Hockey offers fantastic fun for the whole family! The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play in the South Division of the Eastern Conference of the ECHL, the premiere AA hockey league. The Swamp Rabbits play 36 home games (October-April) and offer endless entertainment opportunities! For more information on Swamp Rabbits hockey, visit swamprabbits.com. Proud affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes.

Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Early Bird tickets: 23rd annual French Broard River Festival
Mar 25 all-day
Hot Springs Campground & Spa

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Kick off spring in the mountains at the 23rd annual French Broad River Festival.  It’s part outdoor adventure, part music festival with whitewater rafting, biking, hiking, kid’s village, camping, great music, and much more.  Painter John, a popular FBRF musician, compares the atmosphere to “a big potluck at your best friend’s house”.  If you’ve been you know . . . what better way to enjoy spring in these mountains?

Weekend passes include camping

$120 online by 3/31/20
$125 online by 4/30/20
$140 at gate
$65 Saturday only
$45 whitewater rafting

Friday, March 27, 2020
NRC Slalom US Open Postponed
Mar 27 @ 3:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

NRC Slalom US Open

Date: March 27- 28, 2020

Age: All ages

Elite slalom paddlers strive for precision and speed on the legendary Nantahala Falls course at this classic southeastern race. Meanwhile, wildwater racers compete in sprint and classic components on the Nantahala River.

Spectators are invited to enjoy the show from the Forest Service walkway along the Nantahala Falls, which affords excellent views of both races. Bring a cup of fresh coffee or hot cocoa from River’s End Restaurant, located just downstream of the race course, and warm your hands as you enjoy US whitewater racing at its best!

Racers and their families will get 10% off at River’s End Restaurant for the weekend of the race! Just wear your US Open t-shirt in to the restaurant!*
*Excludes alcohol purchases.

Course Information

Slalom: Nantahala Falls Course (Class III)
Downriver Sprint: Patton’s Run Rapid (Class III)
Downriver Classic: Ferebbee Park to the Jumping Rock (Class II)

Hendersonville Racquet Club adult beginner tennis classes
Mar 27 @ 7:00 pm
Hendersonville Racquet Club

Hendersonville Racquet Club is offering a six week series of classes for adult beginner tennis players.  Try Tennis is a tennis instruction program for beginners.  The Wednesday night classes are 7 pm.  The cost is $40 for the six weeks and includes six hours of instruction, a tennis racquet and a Try Tennis t-shirt.  April 8-May 20.

“Try Tennis is a great program we do in partnership with the NC USTA.  Their help allows new players to get from couch to court in six weeks at half the price it would normally cost…plus they get a t-shirt and racquet! We will teach you the right way to play with certified tennis pros.  This is a great program to get into tennis for adults.” stated HRC Owner Chris Bull.

All classes are taught by certified tennis professionals and will be held on HRC’s outdoor or indoor courts.  To register or for more info go to www.hvillerc.com or contact 693-0040 or e-mail [email protected].

Hendersonville Racquet Club is a six acre complex that includes 7 outdoor tennis courts, 3 indoor tennis courts, four racquetball courts, three pickleball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, group fitness room and outdoor leisure area by Shaw’s Creek and pond.

NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Regional CANCELLED
Mar 27 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The 2020 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship stops in South Carolina for the Greenville Regional at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena!

Click HERE for our standard arena policies and our most frequently asked questions. Ticket prices are always subject to change without notice. Additional fees apply.

  • Mar 27 , 2020 7:00 PM
  • Mar 29 , 2020 12:00 PM
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Coach Needed at Hominy Valley Elementary Girls on the Run!
Mar 28 all-day
Hominy Valley Elementary
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We are in URGENT need of two assistant coaches at Hominy Valley Elementary on one or both program days (greater need on Wednesdays). The team practices on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:15 pm to 3:45 pm.

With your support, 15 girls will grow their confidence, learn to stand up for themselves and others, and realize their voices matter. You don’t even need to like running!

The Smoky Mountain Relay
Mar 28 all-day
Western North Carolina

ABOUT THE SMOKY MOUNTAIN RELAY

Registration is capped at:

60 ~ 200-mile teams (36 transitions)

&

40 ~ 135-mile teams (24 transitions)

A scenic, wild, team adventure in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the Smoky Mountain Relay is an adventure that is not to be missed.

This course will challenge you and your friends with tough legs and reward you with stories to last a lifetime.

Choose from the original 200-mile course or the 135-mile course.

The 200-mile course begins at the Pink Beds Trail Loop picnic area just outside of Brevard, NC in the Pisgah National Forest.

Teams of 12 or “ultra” teams of 6 make their way through 36 legs and finish at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, NC.

The 135-mile course begins at the Jackson Country Recreation Complex in Cullowhee, NC. Teams of 8 or “ultra” teams of 4 make their way through 24 legs and also finish at the Nantahala Outdoor Center in Bryson City, NC in the heart of the Nantahala National Forest.

Each relay team member runs between 3 and 6 legs (depending on the course chosen and the number of team members running) of varying lengths and difficulty and will cover an average total distance of 18-20 miles (for the 200 mile race).

YWCA Free Community Family Swim CANCELLED
Mar 28 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
YWCA
Community Family Swim
Every Saturday, YWCA of Asheville, in partnership with City of Asheville Parks and Recreation, is offering free Community Open Swim to the public. Winter/Spring 2020 hours are: Saturdays 1:30-3:30 pm through May 16th, 2020. Join us in our solar-heated, indoor pool and bring a friend! You do not need to RSVP or be a member of the YWCA to enjoy community open swim.
NRC Slalom US Open Postponed
Mar 28 @ 3:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

NRC Slalom US Open

Date: March 27- 28, 2020

Age: All ages

Elite slalom paddlers strive for precision and speed on the legendary Nantahala Falls course at this classic southeastern race. Meanwhile, wildwater racers compete in sprint and classic components on the Nantahala River.

Spectators are invited to enjoy the show from the Forest Service walkway along the Nantahala Falls, which affords excellent views of both races. Bring a cup of fresh coffee or hot cocoa from River’s End Restaurant, located just downstream of the race course, and warm your hands as you enjoy US whitewater racing at its best!

Racers and their families will get 10% off at River’s End Restaurant for the weekend of the race! Just wear your US Open t-shirt in to the restaurant!*
*Excludes alcohol purchases.

Course Information

Slalom: Nantahala Falls Course (Class III)
Downriver Sprint: Patton’s Run Rapid (Class III)
Downriver Classic: Ferebbee Park to the Jumping Rock (Class II)

The Merrell Adventure Dash CANCELLED
Mar 28 @ 4:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Age: All Ages

The Merrell Adventure Dash is all about getting outside and challenging yourself to work hard for your good time. Suitable for families as well as adults, participants will negotiate a series of natural and man-made obstacles along the 5K course, including balance components, climbs and nets, a river-run, and raft crossing. This holiday weekend, enjoy a fun, family-friendly adventure run in the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. Merrell Adventure Dash participants can choose between the 5K dash or a 1K fun run. Kids aged 12 and under race free with a participating adult.

Registraion opens March 1, 2020. Check back for more details.
Onsite Registration is available from 1pm – 3:30pm day of. The race starts promptly at 4PM on 5/23/2020.

Remember to wear anything you don’t mind getting dirty!

Charlotte Hornets vs. LA Clippers Basketball
Mar 28 @ 7:00 pm
Spectrum Center
Hendersonville Racquet Club adult beginner tennis classes
Mar 28 @ 7:00 pm
Hendersonville Racquet Club

Hendersonville Racquet Club is offering a six week series of classes for adult beginner tennis players.  Try Tennis is a tennis instruction program for beginners.  The Wednesday night classes are 7 pm.  The cost is $40 for the six weeks and includes six hours of instruction, a tennis racquet and a Try Tennis t-shirt.  April 8-May 20.

“Try Tennis is a great program we do in partnership with the NC USTA.  Their help allows new players to get from couch to court in six weeks at half the price it would normally cost…plus they get a t-shirt and racquet! We will teach you the right way to play with certified tennis pros.  This is a great program to get into tennis for adults.” stated HRC Owner Chris Bull.

All classes are taught by certified tennis professionals and will be held on HRC’s outdoor or indoor courts.  To register or for more info go to www.hvillerc.com or contact 693-0040 or e-mail [email protected].

Hendersonville Racquet Club is a six acre complex that includes 7 outdoor tennis courts, 3 indoor tennis courts, four racquetball courts, three pickleball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, group fitness room and outdoor leisure area by Shaw’s Creek and pond.

Sunday, March 29, 2020
NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Regional CANCELLED
Mar 29 @ 12:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The 2020 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Championship stops in South Carolina for the Greenville Regional at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena!

Click HERE for our standard arena policies and our most frequently asked questions. Ticket prices are always subject to change without notice. Additional fees apply.

  • Mar 27 , 2020 7:00 PM
  • Mar 29 , 2020 12:00 PM
The Merrell Adventure Dash CANCELLED
Mar 29 @ 4:00 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center

Age: All Ages

The Merrell Adventure Dash is all about getting outside and challenging yourself to work hard for your good time. Suitable for families as well as adults, participants will negotiate a series of natural and man-made obstacles along the 5K course, including balance components, climbs and nets, a river-run, and raft crossing. This holiday weekend, enjoy a fun, family-friendly adventure run in the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. Merrell Adventure Dash participants can choose between the 5K dash or a 1K fun run. Kids aged 12 and under race free with a participating adult.

Registraion opens March 1, 2020. Check back for more details.
Onsite Registration is available from 1pm – 3:30pm day of. The race starts promptly at 4PM on 5/23/2020.

Remember to wear anything you don’t mind getting dirty!

Hendersonville Racquet Club adult beginner tennis classes
Mar 29 @ 7:00 pm
Hendersonville Racquet Club

Hendersonville Racquet Club is offering a six week series of classes for adult beginner tennis players.  Try Tennis is a tennis instruction program for beginners.  The Wednesday night classes are 7 pm.  The cost is $40 for the six weeks and includes six hours of instruction, a tennis racquet and a Try Tennis t-shirt.  April 8-May 20.

“Try Tennis is a great program we do in partnership with the NC USTA.  Their help allows new players to get from couch to court in six weeks at half the price it would normally cost…plus they get a t-shirt and racquet! We will teach you the right way to play with certified tennis pros.  This is a great program to get into tennis for adults.” stated HRC Owner Chris Bull.

All classes are taught by certified tennis professionals and will be held on HRC’s outdoor or indoor courts.  To register or for more info go to www.hvillerc.com or contact 693-0040 or e-mail [email protected].

Hendersonville Racquet Club is a six acre complex that includes 7 outdoor tennis courts, 3 indoor tennis courts, four racquetball courts, three pickleball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, group fitness room and outdoor leisure area by Shaw’s Creek and pond.

Monday, March 30, 2020
Charlotte Hornets vs. Miami Heat Basketball
Mar 30 @ 7:00 pm
Spectrum Center
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Early Bird tickets: 23rd annual French Broard River Festival
Mar 31 all-day
Hot Springs Campground & Spa

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Kick off spring in the mountains at the 23rd annual French Broad River Festival.  It’s part outdoor adventure, part music festival with whitewater rafting, biking, hiking, kid’s village, camping, great music, and much more.  Painter John, a popular FBRF musician, compares the atmosphere to “a big potluck at your best friend’s house”.  If you’ve been you know . . . what better way to enjoy spring in these mountains?

Weekend passes include camping

$120 online by 3/31/20
$125 online by 4/30/20
$140 at gate
$65 Saturday only
$45 whitewater rafting

Highlands Sports Car Autocross
Mar 31 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Upper grounds parking lot

2020 HSCC Night Series #1

Highlands Sports Car Club’s Night Series provides an opportunity for competitors to get a mid-week autox fix without taking up an entire day. All events are held on Tuesday evenings at the WNC Agricultural Center located across from Asheville Regional Airport. The same course will be used for all 7 events this season. You must compete in a minimum of 4 events to be eligible for a championship trophy, which will be decided based on points scored in your best 5 events.

The Night Series has been very popular in recent years with entries routinely approaching, and sometimes even breaking 100 drivers. Because of the large turnout combined with the compressed time schedule, we need everyone’s help to pull off a smooth event. That means arriving early enough to get your car registered & tech’ed within the allotted time, having your car ready in the grid before your Run Group starts, and showing up promptly for work assignments.

Event Schedule:

Registration / Check-In: 5:00 – 6:15 pm *

Tech Inspection: 5:00 – 6:15 pm **

Novice Walkthrough: 6:15 pm

Driver’s Meeting: 6:30 pm

First Vehicle Off: 6:45 pm

* Everyone must check-in at the entrance, even if you registered online.

** HSCC now offers an Annual Tech program for our members with at least 2 years of autocross experience. Please contact a club officer for more information. We also honor Annual Tech from surrounding SCCA Regions and other well established independent clubs.

(On-site registration costs an additional $10, regardless of member status. Avoid the fee by registering and paying online right now.)

Becoming a member of HSCC: Click here to join Highlands Sports Car Club online through Motorsport Reg. Once you’ve registered and paid for this Membership Event, please allow up to 24 hours for your membership to be validated. Once validated you will be able to register for our events at the discounted member price.

Additional info: If you have any additional questions about our club or our events, please visit our website. For anyone new to the sport of autocross, we ask that you take a good look at our Novice Guide. And finally, if you still have questions after viewing the above online documentation, please don’t hesitate to ask for help by using the Contact Registrar link on this site, or the contact form on our website.

2020 WNC AG Center Schedule/Nite Series except for July 4 which will be a Day Series

March 31

April 28
June 9
June 30
August 4
September 29
October 13

 

Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Greenville Swamp Rabbits vs. South Carolina Stingrays CANCELLED
Apr 1 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Swamp Rabbits Hockey offers fantastic fun for the whole family! The Greenville Swamp Rabbits play in the South Division of the Eastern Conference of the ECHL, the premiere AA hockey league. The Swamp Rabbits play 36 home games (October-April) and offer endless entertainment opportunities! For more information on Swamp Rabbits hockey, visit swamprabbits.com. Proud affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes.

Thursday, April 2, 2020
Jus’ Running: Offering contact-less curbside pickup, free shipping, and local delivery
Apr 2 all-day
Jus' Running

  • Are we still open? Yes! We are offering contactless curbside pickup, free shipping, and local delivery from 12:00-2:00pm Monday-Friday. Order via phone (828-252-7867) or email ([email protected]). Can’t reach us? Leave a voicemail and we will return your call asap.
  • See our inventory online. Shop out our current inventory. This is a work in progress and some brands are not listed, so please be sure to call us if you do not find what you are looking for. We are happy to order it for you!
Thank you for your continued support through these difficult times. We are grateful for the incredible customers that have loyally supported us for over 22 years. We send our sincerest wishes to you all during this time and look forward to seeing everyone when the time is right!
Happy Running – Keep Your Distance – Shop Local
Friday, April 3, 2020
Jus’ Running: Offering contact-less curbside pickup, free shipping, and local delivery
Apr 3 all-day
Jus' Running

  • Are we still open? Yes! We are offering contactless curbside pickup, free shipping, and local delivery from 12:00-2:00pm Monday-Friday. Order via phone (828-252-7867) or email ([email protected]). Can’t reach us? Leave a voicemail and we will return your call asap.
  • See our inventory online. Shop out our current inventory. This is a work in progress and some brands are not listed, so please be sure to call us if you do not find what you are looking for. We are happy to order it for you!
Thank you for your continued support through these difficult times. We are grateful for the incredible customers that have loyally supported us for over 22 years. We send our sincerest wishes to you all during this time and look forward to seeing everyone when the time is right!
Happy Running – Keep Your Distance – Shop Local
Saturday, April 4, 2020
Cooper River Bridge Run
Apr 4 all-day
Cooper River Bridge Run

Jus’ Running: Offering contact-less curbside pickup, free shipping, and local delivery
Apr 4 all-day
Jus' Running

  • Are we still open? Yes! We are offering contactless curbside pickup, free shipping, and local delivery from 12:00-2:00pm Monday-Friday. Order via phone (828-252-7867) or email ([email protected]). Can’t reach us? Leave a voicemail and we will return your call asap.
  • See our inventory online. Shop out our current inventory. This is a work in progress and some brands are not listed, so please be sure to call us if you do not find what you are looking for. We are happy to order it for you!
Thank you for your continued support through these difficult times. We are grateful for the incredible customers that have loyally supported us for over 22 years. We send our sincerest wishes to you all during this time and look forward to seeing everyone when the time is right!
Happy Running – Keep Your Distance – Shop Local
Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon
Apr 4 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Waynesville, North Carolina

Gateway To The Smokies Half Marathon

Welcome to the return of the Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina.  We are excited to bring this race back with the original course and start/finish lines.  This race will be run in conjunction with the inaugural Mighty 4 Miler to Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund.

Welcome to the return of the Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon, Presented by The Swag, in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina.  We are excited to bring this race back with the original course and start/finish lines.  This race will be run in conjunction with the inaugural Mighty 4 Miler to Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund.