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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Monday, May 18, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 18 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 19 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 20 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Thursday, May 21, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 21 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Pack Library Online Dance Class for Kids
May 21 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
online

No photo description available.

Every Thursday starting May 4, we’ll have free dance class for kids to tune into!

Our instructor Rebecca will be plugging into Zoom to instruct kids of all ages and all experience levels from 4-5 PM. To get into the class, please create a free Zoom account. Follow this meeting information to get logged into class.
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4527027407
Password: rodance

Thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this program.
Bookends Used Book Store at Pack Library – Asheville, NC

Friday, May 22, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 22 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 22 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Saturday, May 23, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 23 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 23 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Steeped in Time: Tea and Traditions Exhibit
May 23 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Mountain Gateway Museum & Heritage Center

Mountain Gateway Museum & Heritage Center celebrated the opening of its newest traveling exhibit, “Steeped in Time: Tea and Traditions” on Saturday, January 18, 2020. The exhibit will run through the July 4th weekend at MGM, located at 24 Water Street in Old Fort. Admission is free.

 

Sunday, May 24, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 24 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 24 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Monday, May 25, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 25 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Tuesday, May 26, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 26 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 27 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Thursday, May 28, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 28 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 28 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Pack Library Online Dance Class for Kids
May 28 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
online

No photo description available.

Every Thursday starting May 4, we’ll have free dance class for kids to tune into!

Our instructor Rebecca will be plugging into Zoom to instruct kids of all ages and all experience levels from 4-5 PM. To get into the class, please create a free Zoom account. Follow this meeting information to get logged into class.
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4527027407
Password: rodance

Thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this program.
Bookends Used Book Store at Pack Library – Asheville, NC

City Dance
May 28 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

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.

Friday, May 29, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 29 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 29 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Saturday, May 30, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 30 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 30 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Steeped in Time: Tea and Traditions Exhibit
May 30 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Mountain Gateway Museum & Heritage Center

Mountain Gateway Museum & Heritage Center celebrated the opening of its newest traveling exhibit, “Steeped in Time: Tea and Traditions” on Saturday, January 18, 2020. The exhibit will run through the July 4th weekend at MGM, located at 24 Water Street in Old Fort. Admission is free.

 

Sunday, May 31, 2020
“Get Happy” with Tap Dancing Vagabonds Flat Rock Playhouse
May 31 all-day
online

This video was choreographed and directed by Lauren Hopkins and features a whole crew of performers from YouTheatre days, Studio 52, Former Apprentices, AEA company, and even director/choreographer Amy Jones!

Choreographed/Directed: Lauren Hopkins; Video edited: Ryan Jalernpan; Music edited: Amy Jones; Dancers: Lauren HopkinsAndrew LivingstonSher ShepherdLauren ImhoffAllison NockAmy JonesStephanie WahlCharlie JohnsonMaria BuchananDavid Paul KidderMillicent HunnicuttCara DolanDesiree RickerRaja JalernpanCasey Hebbel

Buncombe County Tourism Jobs Recovery Fund
May 31 all-day
online
Full program details are currently being finalized and will be posted shortly. We expect online applications will be accepted starting Friday, May 15, and will be due by May 31. Awards will be announced in mid-June.
Friday, June 5, 2020
Leap Then Look – Light, Sound, Movement Workshop
Jun 5 @ 10:30 am
online


RSVP Required
FREE + Open to All
Max 30 participants

Join participatory artists Leap Then Look to re-imagine the experimental Light, Sound, Movement workshops that took place at Black Mountain College in the late 40s, led by W.P. “Pete” and Elizabeth Jennerjahn. Little is known of the workshops themselves, except that they continued the college’s approach to interdisciplinary art practice begun with Xanti Schawinsky’s Spectrodrama and prefigured the famous Theater Piece No.1 staged by John Cage at BMC in 1952.

“We do not always create ‘works of art,’ but rather experiments; it is not our ambition to fill museums: we are gathering experience.” Josef Albers

This collaborative workshop will take place via Zoom. Participants will be invited and encouraged to work together to create movement, sound, text, and objects, using a variety of prompts. The work will be brought together for a virtual “performance” using a randomly created time structure, allowing all elements to be included, to have equal weight and for no one “view” or experience of the piece to be the same.

From the fragments of the original Light, Sound, Movement workshop that remain in the archives at BMCM+AC, the strong spirit of experimentation emerges. Eighty years on, we will create a space for improvisation, responsiveness, collaboration, and surprise in the virtual realm.

Participants are asked to familiarise themselves with Zoom in advance of the workshops, to think about the spaces in their home in which they can work (we do not only want shots of head and shoulders, but environments filled with light, objects and bodies!) and to collect together a few materials from home which might be useful – for example, torches (flashlights), coloured plastic, cardboard, tape, string, fragments of text, awkward objects, a desk lamp, paper and pens. Please use a computer rather than a tablet or phone to join the workshop.

This work is part of a practical research project, and we will be posting content on Instagram (via Leap Then Look and BMCM+AC) from June 1st. Follow us @leap_then_look.

REGISTER

Saturday, June 6, 2020
Steeped in Time: Tea and Traditions Exhibit
Jun 6 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Mountain Gateway Museum & Heritage Center

Mountain Gateway Museum & Heritage Center celebrated the opening of its newest traveling exhibit, “Steeped in Time: Tea and Traditions” on Saturday, January 18, 2020. The exhibit will run through the July 4th weekend at MGM, located at 24 Water Street in Old Fort. Admission is free.

 

Safest Yard Sale EVER! at The Burger Bar
Jun 6 @ 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Burger Bar

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We are unloading all of our unwanted goods. Its probably trash but maybe someone wants it? We will be practicing all the COVID guidelines. This is a parking lot sale so no drinks allowed on premise. Masks required, social distancing enforced, sanitizer provided, etc. We will do our best to disinfect goods sold — they have not been touched in 2.5 months though so they’re probably cool!

Monday, June 8, 2020
Giselle: A Timeless and Beloved Classic RESCHEDULED June 8 and 9 at 7pm
Jun 8 @ 3:00 pm
Peace Center
RESCHEDULED June 8 and 9 at 7pm

One of the most recognized classical ballets of all time, Giselle tells a story of love and loss through the exquisite choreography of Marius Petipa performed by phenomenal Guest Artists Katherine Barkman of Washington Ballet and International Ballet‘s own Sebastian Vinet.