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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Thursday, October 23, 2025
 Business After Hours
Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
B.B. Barns, Inc.
 
B.B. Barns, Inc.
3377 Sweeten Creek Rd.
Arden, NC 28704
Business After Hours

Come join us for Business After Hours at B.B. Barns!

 

For 37 years, B.B. Barns has been at the heart of Asheville’s gardening community. What began as a humble outdoor outfitter in Oakley has grown into a 4.5-acre destination garden center on Sweeten Creek Road—and for the past 20 years, one of the region’s premier landscaping companies. From their welcoming shopping experience and expansive inventory of plants, garden supplies, and gifts, to their talented landscape design team and crews, they proudly bring beauty, creativity, and inspiration to homes and gardens across Western North Carolina.

During your visit, you’ll experience a magical transformation into a Christmas wonderland. Stroll through festive display trees, explore seasonal décor, and discover a wide selection of gifts—including garden-inspired treasures, locally crafted goods, and unique finds. Beyond the holiday shop, you’ll find their extensive nursery brimming with trees, shrubs, and perennials, seasonal annuals for year-round color, and one of the area’s best selections of houseplants. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, B.B. Barns has everything you need to grow and thrive.

B.B. Barns excited to partner with their neighbors at The Flying Squirrel Pub, who will be providing delicious bites from their menu along with beer and wine for the evening. If you haven’t visited The Flying Squirrel before, prepare to be delighted by their fresh flavors, creative offerings, and lively atmosphere.”We can’t wait to welcome you to what so many of our guests fondly call their ‘happy place.'”

Ample parking is available on site for this event. Upon arrival, enter through the greenhouse doors on the right-hand side.

14th Annual Justice Forum
Oct 23 @ 5:30 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Pisgah Legal’s Justice Forum will be held at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in downtown Asheville on Thursday, October 23rd. There will be a ticketed, pre-event reception at 5:30 pm followed by the free Justice Forum at 7:00 pm. There will be an option for live-streaming for those that prefer to join virtually and there will be several Regional Watch Parties in communities across WNC. Ticket sales and registration will be available August 13, 2025.

Saturday, November 29, 2025
48HFP & Flood Gallery present: Actors & Filmmakers Mixer!
Nov 29 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Flood Gallery Fine Art Center

Join us for an evening of connection, collaboration, and creativity! Meet local actors, directors, and producers, share stories, and discover you next great project.

Free Headshots — 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Silent Auction featuring selected local artworks
Screening of 3 International Award-winning 48HFP Shorts — 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Special DJ Set & Appearance by “Mirror Man” — 8:00 to 9:00 pm
Suggested Contribution: $10

Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Jan. Smart Series – Master the Art of Influential Leadership
Jan 7 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, Boardroom

Master the Art of Influential Leadership – The Strategic Edge That Drives Results

Join a fast-paced, interactive workshop designed for business owners and organizational leaders who want to lead with greater clarity, credibility, and impact. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to turn everyday conversations into powerful moments of influence and alignment.