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.
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The Bethlehem Toy Store is an annual ministry of the Carolina Baptist Association to children of families that are not able to provide Christmas gifts due to financial difficulties.
Families are screened by Interfaith Assistance Ministry.
Bring NEW toys (birth-16yrs) or money to the Carolina Baptist Association Monday- Thursday, 9:00am-4:00pm.
Please have all toys and money in by Monday, December 3, 2018.
Set-up for the toy store will be Monday, December 3-6, 2018.
Distribution: December 7, 2018 from 8:00am-8:00pm.
We need your help with set-up, distribution, and witnessing to families. Please call us to sign up to help!
If you have any questions, please call the Carolina Baptist Association at
828-693-4274.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2155844367968886/
Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Sunday, January 6, 2019 (daily)
*Included with estate admission.
*Does not include “Candlelight Christmas Evenings”
Experience the holidays wreathed with the wonder of Biltmore. Our celebration presents Christmas on a grand scale with more than 55 trees decorated by our talented staff, accented with miles of ribbon, garlands, and lights. Festive menus in our restaurants and holiday wine tastings make for a memorable visit.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/104655743803303/?event_time_id=104655787136632
Thursday, December 6th. 5-8pm,
Indoor Boutique – Happy Hour Ladies Night (Benefiting Saved by the Heart) $5 Donation Entry for Attendees
Friday, December 7th.
-Indoor Boutique – 10am-Noon – Community Brunch (Benefiting Greer Relief) – $5 Donation Entry for Attendees –
-Indoor Boutique & Outdoor Village – Regular Hours Noon-8pm (Until Santa Leaves)
Santa visit 7:30pm
Saturday, December 8th
Indoor Boutique & Outdoor Village – Regular hours 9am-2pm
Mark your calendars for this year’s Greer Station Vintage Christmas Friday and Saturday, Dec 7-8 with a fun preview event on Thursday evening Dec 6th. We are back at Grace Hall. Our charity partners this year are Saved by the Heart Companion Animal Services and Greer Relief & Resources Agency, Inc. TELL YOUR FRIENDS! #vintagechristmasgreer
We are extremely excited about our 2018 addition of the Marketplace Village on Victoria St in Downtown Greer. Located conveniently between Greer City Park and Trade St we are able to add lots more vendors and entertainment to our already extensive lineup. Marketplace Village hours are Friday Dec 7th Noon-8pm and Saturday Dec 8th, 9am-2pm. Each day, we are giving away shopping bags to the first 50 attendees.
Our Christmas Marketplace creates an enjoyable experience that includes shopping for giftables, decor ideas, and tasty treats throughout! Don’t miss this!
Interested in being a vendor?! Check out our website vintagechristmasgreer.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/303841557040272/?event_time_id=303841563706938
We will be outside collecting warm clothing donations for Asheville’s Homeless men, women, and children
https://www.facebook.com/events/293202474625059/
One of the Upstate’s premier Christmas events takes place in Greer City Park when Santa comes to visit!
5:00pm-7:00pm
Holiday Craft Stations
Inflatables
Greer Relief S’mores
Plate 108 Cookie Decorating
Performances will take place on the amphitheater from 5:00pm-7:15pm.
Santa will arrive at the park at 7:15pm.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Pets are not permitted.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, activity or public meeting of the Events Division at 864-968-7008 as soon as possible, but no later than 48 hours prior to the scheduled event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1883835975245690/
- Nearly one million twinkling lights
- Countless decorative images
- Holly Jolly Christmas Parade
- Animated Story Tree
- Animal Characters
- Nightly visits with Santa (start at 6:00PM through December 23)
- Warm memories and holiday cheer around the Jingle Bell Bonfire
- Hot cocoa, s’mores and other festive foods available for purchase
While you may spot a few night owls during Lights, most of our residents will be off-exhibit to catch some zzz’s.
Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.
Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)
*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.
Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/1524627331014393/?event_time_id=1524627384347721
This December a classic Christmas comedy comes to the Capitol Theater!
This event is sponsored by Rogers Family Dental of Greeneville. The doors will open at 5:00 PM, with Santa making his appearance from 5:00 PM until 7:30 PM and then again after the show from 8:30 PM until 9:30 PM. Joe Bill’s Kitchen food truck will be set up outside starting at 5:00 PM with Creamy Cup inside with hot chocolate and coffee.
A special thank you to our sponsor Rogers Family Dental of Greeneville, all Santa cookies and photos will be free! Come and enjoy a fun-filled night at the Capitol Theatre this holiday season!
The Capitol Theater brings to their big screen the beloved Christmas comedy A Christmas Story on December 7th at 7:30 PM as part of the Classics at the Capitol Series. Tickets will be only $5.00 and will be available at the door and online.
Released by MGM in 1983, A Christmas Story takes place in 1940s America centered on the hopes and dreams of Ralphie, an average kid who only dreams of one thing for Christmas—a Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot range model air rifle BB gun. Ralphie must survive those endless days leading up to school break, schoolyard bullies, his family, and aunts who send truly bizarre gifts to make it to Christmas morning.
Based upon the works of humorist Jean Shepherd—who served as the film ’s narrator—and directed by Bob Clark, A Christmas Story was released at Thanksgiving 1983 to mostly mixed reviews and a modest performance at the box office. However, thanks to home video and its many appearances on TV, A Christmas Story has become a beloved tradition for many.
A Christmas Story will be introduced by local film writer Andy Ross, “So many people last year would ask me ‘when are you going to show A Christmas Story?’ It would happen time and time again. This is a movie that people consider a part of their own family. I’m thrilled we can bring it to our big screen at the Capitol this holiday season.”
https://www.facebook.com/events/425076027987241/
The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, steal, smoke cigars, say things they shouldn’t, and hit little kids. So no one is prepared when this outlaw family invades church one Sunday and decides to take over the annual Christmas pageant. None of the Herdmans has ever heard the Christmas story before. Their interpretation of the tale, the Wise Men are a bunch of dirty spies and Herod needs a good beating–has a lot of people up in arms. But it will make this year’s pageant the most unusual anyone has seen and, just possibly, the best one ever. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is a powerful story of misunderstanding, faith and redemption. Through most of the play, the audience can’t stop laughing, but by the end most will be watching the show through tears. A great, fun holiday experience for any age and sure to become a modern Christmas classic. A one-act production, approximately one hour in length.
Presented by the Overlook Theatre Company
Mount St. Helen’s nuns are putting on a Christmas show which is an original ballet based on “The Nutcracker“. The show is filled with the traditional “nunsense humor” and one-liners that have made the Nunsense shows so popular.
All new! In 2017, we broke box office records with A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas. In 2018, come join us for a brand new version of this holiday tradition.
Matinees: Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00PM
Evenings: Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM. Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage
2661 Greenville Highway Flat Rock, NC 28731
December on Depot – Depot Street- various locations
Studios all along Depot Street will be open for extended evening hours during this day-long annual holiday event. Visitors can meet the artists, see demonstrations, sample holiday snacks and beverages and find a perfect one-of-a-kind artistic gift. Participating studios include: Trackside Studios, Daniel McClendon LIFT Studios, Studio A & Holly de Saillan Clay & Collage at Pink Dog Creative, and EcoDepot Marketplace.
Trackside Studios – 375 Depot St – 5pm-7pm
Artists Reception: Nobody knows toys like grandmas. Three artists, grandmothers all, will show paintings of toys they have gifted to children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and children of friends at Trackside Studios.
NorthLight Studios – 357 Depot Street – 10am – 5pm
The artists at NorthLight Studios share creativity with you through their talents: landscape, streetscape, impressionist, abstract, still life and figurative paintings, animal art, functional furniture and home accessories. In celebration of the true meaning of the season, each of the artists are donating a percentage of sales to Homeward Bound of WNC.
362 Depot – 362 Depot St. – 2pm-5pm
Cindy Lou Chenard will be demonstrating her unique process – “Art Des Couches De Bois” Dimensional Landscapes. Also, see Jenny Ellis and her “Artful Chairs”, “Hanji Lamps” by Pamella O’Connor, Karen Noel’s watercolors, and more art! Join us for wine and light appetizers.
St. Claire Art – Pink Dog Creative – 344 Depot St. – 10am- 5pm
All day – Artist will be demonstrating various stages of his multi-layer technique called “dialuminism,” creating backlit oil paintings by capturing reflected light.
Studio A – Pink Dog Creative – 344 Depot St. Suite 100 – 12pm-7pm
Pysanky demos from 12-4, Studio A/Holly de Saillan Clay + Collage
Holiday party with refreshments and giveaways from 4-7pm
Eco Depot – 408 Depot St. – 11am-7pm
Holiday Cheer at it’s finest – food, wine, song, specials! Come meet the artists while you do your holiday shopping!
Mark Bettis Studios – 123 Roberts St. – 10am-5pm
Winter White Holiday Show and MarketPlace with guest artist.
Phil Mechanic Studios – 109 Roberts St. – 9am-7pm
Live music by Jimmy Paneda, Stained-glass weaving by the World’s Best Tape Artist, Stephen Lange. Painting with palette knives by Frederic Payet, cold wax and pastel art by Deanna Chillian, just to name a few!
Philip DeAngelo Studios – 115 Roberts St. – 10am – 4pm
Tanya Franklin will be demonstrating her stained glass technique of creating beautiful landscapes and Christmas trees.
Asheville artist Philip DeAngelo is celebrating 10 years in the Wedge Building of Asheville‘s historic River Arts District. Come celebrate with us on Second Saturday, December 8th from 4:00 – 6:30 pm!
Curve Studios – 9 Riverside Dr – 11am-4pm
Holiday Shopping at Curve! A festive shopping experience. Cassie Butcher will be making some special ‘soulmates’ for the event. We will have jewelry, ceramics, clothes and photographs! Come and see the makers making.
Wedge Studios – 111-129 Roberts St – 10am-6pm
Wedge Studios hosts Artisan Holiday Pop-up Marketplace, guest artists include Jewelry maker, Renee Gaudet Designs. Also spoon maker, Aaron Iaquinto, Many more guest artists hosted throughout Wedge Studios
Joyce Thornburg in Studio 2B2 will be hosting guest artist Samantha Rae, abstract and figurative artist from 1- AM to 5 PM.
North Carolina Glass Center – 140 C Roberts St – 10am-6pm
Come shop with us for this holiday season, we have various workshops, gift certificates, and handmade objects by 30 great artists!
Odyssey Co-op Gallery and Studio – 238 Clingman Ave. – 11am – 5pm
Featured artists Dyann Myers and Vivian Saich will be doing live demos along with live music and refreshments.
RAD South-Riverview Station and The Foundation – 191 Lyman St./Foundy St. – 10-7pm
Holiday Market involving over 80 Artists exhibiting original artwork. Including a scavenger hunt with prizes.
In studio painting demos of Asheville landscapes by Peter Roux at Studio #249, 2-8pm. Wine & snacks all day, and holiday discounts of up to 20% on all original artwork.
RAD South Holiday Market! South Entrance, Catherine Heaton, Upstairs Open Studio #213- Drawings & Paintings
Special edition artwork created for December Second Saturday Holiday Market. Still life botanical image by Karen Maugans Gallery and plant dyed, block printed silk scarf by Barbara Zaretsky.
310 Art – 191 Lyman St. at Riverview Station – 10am – 8pm
Come to a Festive Holiday Evening Arts Event. Lots of art, Demos, Refreshments and Libations, Scavenger hunt with prizes, and more. Get original one of a kind handcrafted gifts for that special person!!
Jonas Gerard – 191 Lyman St. – 2pm
Experience the energy of a Painting Performance as Abstract Expressionist artist Jonas Gerard paints to loud, rhythmic world music, allowing his subconscious to guide him to create art filled with light, color and warmth.
Hatchery Studios – 1 Roberts St. – 10am – 8pm
Studio Open House & print raffle at Irene Flores Studio!
Junie B. Jones, First-Grader, is super-excited about the upcoming Holiday Sing-Along and Secret Santa gift exchange at her school. Too bad tattletale May keeps ruining all of Junie B.’s fun. So when Junie B. draws May’s name for Secret Santa, she comes up with the perfect plan to teach her nemesis a lesson! But will the Christmas spirit of peace and goodwill interfere before she can give you-know-who what she deserves? A hilarious and endearing tale based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park.
Showtimes are Thursdays at 3:00PM, Fridays at 1:00PM and 4:00PM, Saturdays at 1:00PM and 4:00PM, and Sundays at 3:00PM.
125 S. Main St. Hendersonville, NC 28792
All Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS! This memorable journey will take you on an incredible journey! Believe the magic this Holiday season!
Over 88,000 guests rode THE POLAR EXPRESS with the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in 2017 and we hope to see you in 2018! The 1¼ hour round-trip excursion comes to life as the train departs the Bryson City depot for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, guests on board will enjoy warm cocoa and a treat while listening and reading along with the magical story. Children’s faces show the magic of the season when the train arrives at the North Pole to find Santa Claus waiting. Santa will board THE POLAR EXPRESS, greeting each child and presenting them with a special gift as in the story, their own silver sleigh bell. Christmas carols will be sung as they return back to the Bryson City Depot.
THE POLAR EXPRESS begins November 9, 2018, and operates through December 31, 2018.
We are celebrating the holiday all week long with an old time Christmas celebration. We will have a WNC Farmers Market “Wish Book”, caroling, holiday decor, Santa, food, and lots of surprises!
https://www.facebook.com/events/508160279700184/
Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Sunday, January 6, 2019 (daily)
*Included with estate admission.
*Does not include “Candlelight Christmas Evenings”
Experience the holidays wreathed with the wonder of Biltmore. Our celebration presents Christmas on a grand scale with more than 55 trees decorated by our talented staff, accented with miles of ribbon, garlands, and lights. Festive menus in our restaurants and holiday wine tastings make for a memorable visit.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/104655743803303/?event_time_id=104655803803297
Thursday, December 6th. 5-8pm,
Indoor Boutique – Happy Hour Ladies Night (Benefiting Saved by the Heart) $5 Donation Entry for Attendees
Friday, December 7th.
-Indoor Boutique – 10am-Noon – Community Brunch (Benefiting Greer Relief) – $5 Donation Entry for Attendees –
-Indoor Boutique & Outdoor Village – Regular Hours Noon-8pm (Until Santa Leaves)
Santa visit 7:30pm
Saturday, December 8th
Indoor Boutique & Outdoor Village – Regular hours 9am-2pm
Mark your calendars for this year’s Greer Station Vintage Christmas Friday and Saturday, Dec 7-8 with a fun preview event on Thursday evening Dec 6th. We are back at Grace Hall. Our charity partners this year are Saved by the Heart Companion Animal Services and Greer Relief & Resources Agency, Inc. TELL YOUR FRIENDS! #vintagechristmasgreer
We are extremely excited about our 2018 addition of the Marketplace Village on Victoria St in Downtown Greer. Located conveniently between Greer City Park and Trade St we are able to add lots more vendors and entertainment to our already extensive lineup. Marketplace Village hours are Friday Dec 7th Noon-8pm and Saturday Dec 8th, 9am-2pm. Each day, we are giving away shopping bags to the first 50 attendees.
Our Christmas Marketplace creates an enjoyable experience that includes shopping for giftables, decor ideas, and tasty treats throughout! Don’t miss this!
Interested in being a vendor?! Check out our website vintagechristmasgreer.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/303841557040272/
The Holly Jolly Christmas Craft Show is here!
Featuring one of a kind gift items all 100% handmade by local crafters and artisans. Shop items such as paintings, quilted sheep, teddy bears, wooden bowls, stained glass, painted signs, glass ornaments, beeswax candles, baked goods and much more!
Free Admission, located at the Burnsville Town Center from 9am-2pm.
If you are interested in participating contact Christy Edwards at (828) 208-6975 or email at [email protected]. Booth spaces are $50 each.
Venue information at burnsvilletowncenter.com
https://www.facebook.com/events/330453774361458/
Come do some local Christmas Shopping all in one spot! We have over 50 great crafters, artisans, and sales vendors! Vendors include:
Humanite Mobile Boutique
Southbound Mobile Boutique
Little Woodlander Jewelry & Accessories
Johnson’s Handmade
Prather Design Company
Mountain Metal Works
Strings by Stephanie
Polka Dot Boutique
Baybub’s Nook
Seasons by the Creek
HannaCole’s
Twisted Sisters
Worthington Pottery
Grace Walker Designs
Sarah’s Sweet Things
K&M Designs
Anchored Mermaid Accessories
Ash & Maja
Barn Hollow Soaps
Blackbird Designs
Tony Sutton Woodworking
Pammies Attic
L&B Woodworks
WT Creations
Allyson Gernandt Gemstone Jewelry
Mags & Mom Creations
Live Wreaths by PattiJo Taylor
Estes Threads
Spring Raine Creations
Maple Springs Confectionary
Thirty-One
Color Street
Matilda Jane
Pampered Chef
Pink Zebra
Mary Kay
Lularoe
Paparazzi Jewelry
Scentsy
Agnes & Dora
It Works! Global
SeneGence
Origami Owl
Chalk Couture
doTERRA
Tupperware
Usborne Books & More
Swain County 4-H
https://www.facebook.com/events/453723441783262/
Owen Middle School’s “Christmas in the Valley” Holiday Craft Fair is in its 15th year of providing an opportunity for local and visiting artists to share their art or handmade craft with the public. All art and crafts presented at the fair have been handmade by the artist.
Santa also makes an appearance each year, so bring your children as well!
**I am not the promoter of this show, if you would like to be a vendor, please contact Owen Middle School. Note: Only handmade arts and crafts are accepted.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2218016738271558/
There’s no way Santa could make it down so many chimneys without practice. What better place to prepare for his Christmas deliveries and stay in shape than on one of the world’s largest chimneys at Chimney Rock State Park? Make your list and bring it to Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy live holiday music, hot cocoa, cookies and kids’ activities, meet live Park animal educators and meet the author of “For the Love of Chimney Rock” Todd Morse and get your copy of his book signed.
Win a Free Climb with Santa’s elves! Each day, one lucky guest will win free two-hour rock climbing lessons for two with Santa’s professional helpers, Fox Mountain Guides.
Cost: Included with Park admission
PHOTO COURTESY OF ROMANTICASHEVILLE.COM
https://www.facebook.com/events/212769512629916/
Come celebrate Christmas at Historic Johnson Farm! Take a tour of the decorated historic farmhouse, visit with Santa, listen to live music, make a craft, drink cider, eat cookies, take a wagon ride, and more! A hot chocolate bar, gift basket raffle, and bake sale will be available for an extra fee. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for students, and free for under 5 and can be purchased at the door. Parking will be across the street at Rugby Middle with shuttle service to the farm.
https://www.facebook.com/events/282701075667691/
- Nearly one million twinkling lights
- Countless decorative images
- Holly Jolly Christmas Parade
- Animated Story Tree
- Animal Characters
- Nightly visits with Santa (start at 6:00PM through December 23)
- Warm memories and holiday cheer around the Jingle Bell Bonfire
- Hot cocoa, s’mores and other festive foods available for purchase
While you may spot a few night owls during Lights, most of our residents will be off-exhibit to catch some zzz’s.
Open 5:00 – 10:00 p.m. Advance Tickets Required. Enjoy the wonder of the park dazzlingly lit for the holidays, with a nighttime train and more.
UPDATE: TONIGHT’S SHOW (FRIDAY) IS ALMOST SOLD OUT. WE HAVE A FEW SPOTS AVAILABLE AT 5:30, 7:30, AND 8:00. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN COMING PLEASE BE SURE TO CALL THE SITE IN ADVANCE! 828-645-6706.
*We are monitoring the weather for Saturday, as of right now we are still moving forward as planned. We will notify visitors of any changes.
This Christmas season we will again partner with the American Myth Center to present one of the greatest Christmas stories ever told, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, but with the Vance family and enslaved people smack dab in the middle. Through the theatrical magic of toy and shadow theater, the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future will explore the life of Venus, an enslaved woman that live on the Vance property. Visitors will go on an extraordinary and illuminating journey through the entire site, from the Birthplace to the 1790s slave cabin.
The American Myth Center is a non-profit organization in Asheville whose mission is to create new American Myths to serve as familiar points of reference in the urgent, yet enduring, investigation of our home. For more information visit www.americanmythcenter.org.
This is a ticketed event. Tours will run every 30 minutes starting at 5:30 pm with the last tour at 8:00 pm. Adults: $5.00, 18-and-under: $2.00, 5-and-under: free. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Call the site at 828-645-6706 (9a-5p, Tues-Sat) to purchase tickets for your group. Please note, that tickets must be picked up *at least 10 minutes prior to the ticketed time or the reservation will be forfeited. Tickets are non-refundable.
Visitors can get in the Christmas spirit with holiday entertainment in our visitor center, or purchase apple cider and make a free take-away craft.
https://www.facebook.com/events/288835915045782/
Candlelight Christmas Evenings*
Saturday, November 3, 2018 – Saturday, January 5, 2019 (Select Dates)
*Check website for availability/dates
*By reservation only.
*Pricing varies by date.
Candlelight, firelight, and live music bring holiday warmth to the extravagant holiday décor of Biltmore House, creating an evening to remember. Evening guests can also take advantage of Antler Hill Village & Winery to enjoy free wine tastings. Advance reservations are required for evening visits.
Learn more about #ChristmasAtBiltmore or plan your visit: biltmore.com/Christmas
https://www.facebook.com/events/1524627331014393/?event_time_id=1524627354347724
Begin your holiday season with a visit to Connie Maxwell Children’s Home in Greenwood, SC! Each year our campus is beautifully decorated with the lights and images of Christmas.
During Connie Maxwell Christmas you will have the opportunity to experience the beautiful lights on a horse-drawn carriage ride through the heart of campus. Gather with your family and friends by one of our bonfires, and enjoy a complimentary cup of fresh, hot chocolate.
Learn more about the Christmas story by watching a live nativity scene presented by our children and other volunteers.
Finally, you can enjoy one of our special musical performances in Connie Maxwell Baptist Church each evening at 7 pm.
Don’t miss out and start making your Christmas memories begin with Connie Maxwell Christmas! This event takes place each evening from 6-8:30 pm December 6, 7 and 8! Admission is FREE!
RSVP HERE:
https://cmch.wufoo.com/forms/s12pgjrg0ofoodd/
https://www.facebook.com/events/311200752806023/
Warren Haynes’ Annual Christmas Jam will once again descend upon Asheville, NC for a weekend full of holiday spirit and cheer. Celebrating its 30 th Anniversary, this year’s jam will expand to a two-night spectacular taking place Friday, December 7 and Saturday, December 8 at the U.S. Cellular Center, serving up another incredible line-up full of surprises and unforgettable musical pairings benefitting the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity.
December 7 th will feature sets by (in alphabetical order) Dark Side of The Mule, Grace Potter, Jamey Johnson, Marco Benevento and Mike Gordon (of Phish), and December 8 th will welcome (in alphabetical order) Dave Grohl and friends play “PLAY”, Eric Church, Gov't Mule, Jim James (of My Morning Jacket) and Joe Bonamassa. There will be many special guests throughout both nights including Audley Freed, Fred Eltringham, Jen Gunderman, Jimmy Vivino, Joanne Shaw Taylor, Mike Barnes, Robert Kearns, Ron Holloway and more.
Pre-sale tickets, including a limited number of discounted two-day passes and VIP/Travel packages, will be available Friday, October 19 with tickets going on sale Friday, October 26. An increased number of reserved seats in the balcony of the arena will be made available during both the pre-sale and public on-sale, offering a guaranteed seat for the entire 7+ hour shows.
VIP Offerings Include:
• Ticket(s) to the 30th Annual Christmas Jam
• Access to the Annual Pre-Jam at the Orange Peel on 12/6
• Photo Opp with Warren Haynes
• Exclusive VIP Viewing Area
• Access to the VIP Party Lounge
• Admission to XJ by Day Events
• Autographed Poster
• Hotel Room
• And more!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1343444819124561/
The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world. They lie, steal, smoke cigars, say things they shouldn’t, and hit little kids. So no one is prepared when this outlaw family invades church one Sunday and decides to take over the annual Christmas pageant. None of the Herdmans has ever heard the Christmas story before. Their interpretation of the tale, the Wise Men are a bunch of dirty spies and Herod needs a good beating–has a lot of people up in arms. But it will make this year’s pageant the most unusual anyone has seen and, just possibly, the best one ever. “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is a powerful story of misunderstanding, faith and redemption. Through most of the play, the audience can’t stop laughing, but by the end most will be watching the show through tears. A great, fun holiday experience for any age and sure to become a modern Christmas classic. A one-act production, approximately one hour in length.
Presented by the Overlook Theatre Company