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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Sunday, May 8, 2022
Mother’s Day Brunch
May 8 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Rivers End Restaurant

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River's End Restaurant exterior

Join us at Rivers End Restaurant for Mother’s Day Brunch for an extensive gourmet brunch menu and cocktails. No reservations needed, just stop in!

Mother’s Day Brunch Menu:

  • Passed Selection of Hot Appetizers
  • Omelet Station
  • Fresh Garden Greens with Toppings & Dressings
  • Seasonal Fruit Display with Dipping Sauce
  • Fresh Bread, Muffins, and Scones
  • Scrambled Eggs with Chives
  • Housemade Granola with Yogurt and Berries
  • Breakfast Potatoes with a Melody of Peppers & Onions
  • Southern Grits & Cheddar Grits
  • Applewood Smoked Bacon & Sage Sausage
  • Buttered Biscuits with Peppered Gravy & Sausage Gravy
  • Chicken Provençale
  • Mountain Trout with Pecan Maple Glaze
  • Seasonal Garden Vegetables
  • Oven Roasted Garlic Smashed Potatoes
  • Sherpa Rice
  • Slow Roasted Rosemary & Garlic Prime Rib served with Creamy Horseradish & Aus Jus
  • Trio of Passed Chef’s Selection of Desserts like NOC Chocolate Cake & Key Lime Tort

Mimosas and A Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar:

*priced separately

  • Choice of Vodka – Cucumber Infused, Bacon Infused, Plain (Our Infused Vodkas are made in house)
  • Choice of Seasoned Rim – Old Bay, Smoked Salt, Kosher Salt
  • Selection of Clamato, Tomato, or Spicy V8
  • Toppings like Candied Bacon, Celery Sticks, Marinated Green Beans, Slim Jims
  • Tabasco, Horseradish, Worcestershire, Ground Pepper
  • Skewers of –
      • Gherkin Pickles & Cucumber
      • Pepperoni & Black Olive
      • Summer Sausage & Pepperoncini
      • Shrimp & Cucumber & Jalapeno
      • Selection of all Vegetable

Mimosas, Beer, Wine, and Cocktails Available- priced separately

Mother’s Day Brunch at Legends Club
May 8 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Legends Club at TIEC

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT LEGENDS CLUB

Treat mom to a delicious Mother’s Day Brunch at the Legends Club for a wonderful meal and relaxing family day. Plus, see exciting equestrian competition, too!

Buffet Menu:

Fresh Fruit Display

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Display

Fresh Bread Display
Muffins, Breads, Croissants , assorted jams, and whipped butter

 

Salads

Cobb Salad
Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Bacon, Cherry Tomato, Blue Cheese, Roasted Garbanzo Beans, Chicken, Hard boiled egg 

Spinach Salad
Fresh Baby Spinach, Tomato, Red Onion, Craisins, Maple Pecans, Blueberries

Power Blend Slaw
Shredded Kale and Assorted vegetables in a Light Cole Slaw Dressing

Caprese Mini Salad
Fresh Basil, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Balsamic Glaze

 

Main

Prime Rib Carving Station
With Au Jus and Creamery Horseradish Sauce

Roasted Chicken Breast
Grilled then Finished with a Lemon, Caper, Artichoke Sauce

Broiled Red Salmon
Topped with a Light Pink Peppercorn Dijon Cream

Belgium Waffle Bar
Toppings Include Strawberries, Blueberries, Chocolate Chips, Maple Pecans and Espresso Crunch
Served with Blended Maple Syrup

Omelet Station – Custom omelets Including Onions, Peppers, Bacon, Ham, Tomatoes, Spinach, Feta & Cheddar Cheese

 

Sides

Seasonal Roasted Vegetable Medley
Fresh Asparagus
Scalloped Potatoes
Bacon and Sausage Links
Western Hash Browns
Roast Sweet Potato

Dessert

Strawberry ShortCake
Banana Pudding
Chocolate Torte
Key Lime Pie

Saturday, May 21, 2022
Black Mountain Garden Sale
May 21 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Black Mountain Town Square

Plants, plants, & more plants will be showcased at the Black Mountain Garden Sale on Friday, May 20, 4 -8pm and Saturday, May 21, 9am-4pm at the Town Square Parking Lot at the corner of E. State St. and Richardson Blvd.

Hosted by Black Mountain Beautification Committee the sale will feature annuals, herbs, native plants, perennials, shrubs, trees, and vegetable starts from specialty plant vendors. Plus garden décor including garden containers, wood carvings, and other special items.

The popular Clothesline Sale will have personal services for sale. Buy raffle tickets to take a chance to win plants. Proceeds help support the Seed Money Award and to keep the town beautiful!

More info at blackmountainbeautification.org. Let us help you create the garden of your dreams!

Sunday, May 29, 2022
Free Memorial Day Concert w/ The Asheville Community Band 
May 29 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 Hickory Tavern

The Asheville Community Band will be performing in Cecil Park in front of Hickory Tavern . Bring a chair and enjoy this free patriotic-themed concert in honor of Memorial Day. Enjoy dinner after the show at one of the wonderful Biltmore Park Town Square restaurants.

Monday, May 30, 2022
Memorial Day 2022 in Buncombe County
May 30 @ 10:00 am
Western North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain

Memorial Day - A Live Ceremony

May 30th is Memorial Day, originally known as Decoration Day- a time reserved to honor those who have fought and died for the freedoms we exercise. Many soldiers have paid for our liberties with their lives and it is our honor at Buncombe County Veterans Services to serve their families on Memorial Day and every day.

To serve our Veterans and their families better, we have added a new staff member to the Veterans Services Team. “We are fortunate to welcome Ivan Sarabia to our staff,” says Heath Smith, Director of Veterans Services for Buncombe County HHS. “His years of experience in Veterans Affairs and Patient Advocacy made him an exceptional choice for this role and we are proud to have him on our team.”

Ivan relocated to Buncombe County after establishing himself as an exceptional Veterans Services Officer and Patient Advocate in several states around the region. His motivation to serve the Veteran community is grounded in his personal military experience. Ivan is an Army Veteran with the 101st Airborne Division in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky. He served as a Combat Engineer and served a tour in Afghanistan. “My time in the Army is something I look back on fondly and I’m thankful for the lifelong friendships and lessons I learned while serving,” Ivan says. “However, after leaving the military I faced many hurdles adjusting back to civilian life. Luckily, I was able to connect with other Veterans and healthcare providers at the VA who helped me navigate the benefits that were available to smooth that transition. These experiences fueled my desire and passion to pursue a career in which I could help fellow Veterans.”

Buncombe County is committed to honoring fallen soldiers, veterans, and their families and we want to make sure everyone in our community has a chance to honor them as well. Join the Buncombe Community in solidarity at the following events taking place in our county this Memorial Day.

Heath Smith, Veteran Services Director for Buncombe County Health and Human Services, is participating in the Memorial Day program for the Mayor’s Veterans Council. The event will take place on May 30, 2022, at 3 p.m. at Pack Square Park. The keynote speaker will be Spencer Ellis Hardaway, a retired Army Chaplain who received the Bronze Star and served in Iraq from 2009 to 2010.

Additionally, you can pay tribute to our heroes at the Western North Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Black Mountain. The sight of 5,700+ graves, each marked with an American flag, is striking and serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made to secure our rights. The Memorial Day service takes place at 10 AM on Monday, May 30.

Friday, June 10, 2022
Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special
Jun 10 all-day
Sensibilities Day Spa
Sensibilities Day Spa

Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special

Father’s Day is right around the corner and it’s the perfect time to take care of those who take care of you! Sensibilities Day Spa is offering a free Eminence Organic Back Scrub, valued at $25, with any 90-minute massage.

Saturday, June 11, 2022
Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special
Jun 11 all-day
Sensibilities Day Spa
Sensibilities Day Spa

Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special

Father’s Day is right around the corner and it’s the perfect time to take care of those who take care of you! Sensibilities Day Spa is offering a free Eminence Organic Back Scrub, valued at $25, with any 90-minute massage.

Sunday, June 12, 2022
Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special
Jun 12 all-day
Sensibilities Day Spa
Sensibilities Day Spa

Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special

Father’s Day is right around the corner and it’s the perfect time to take care of those who take care of you! Sensibilities Day Spa is offering a free Eminence Organic Back Scrub, valued at $25, with any 90-minute massage.

Saturday, June 18, 2022
Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special
Jun 18 all-day
Sensibilities Day Spa
Sensibilities Day Spa

Sensibilities Day Spa Father’s Day Special

Father’s Day is right around the corner and it’s the perfect time to take care of those who take care of you! Sensibilities Day Spa is offering a free Eminence Organic Back Scrub, valued at $25, with any 90-minute massage.

Sunday, June 19, 2022
JUNETEENTH Celebration
Jun 19 @ 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Peace Center

 

2:00pm Opening ceremony featuring Tinasha LaRaye’
2:30pm ZAKI West African Dance & Drum Ensemble
3:00pm Alphaeus Anderson & Pure-N-Heart
3:45pm Reggie Rocc
4:15pm Vaughn Newman Dance
4:30pm The Devon Parker Collective
5:00pm Dance Party with DJ JJ Solomon
5:30pm BARRYLE
6:00pm Dance Party with DJ JJ Solomon
6:30pm The Jamie Wright Band

FINALE

7:00-8:00pm 

Mac Arnold & Plate Full O’ Blues

Thursday, June 30, 2022
GREENVILLE CHORALE: LAKESIDE PATRIOTIC CONCERT
Jun 30 @ 7:30 pm
Furman Amphitheater

To celebrate America’s Independence Day, the Chorale will join the Furman Lakeside Band for an uplifting, entertaining evening of music.

Sunday, July 3, 2022
Asheville Tourists Game Highlight: Independence Day Fireworks Show
Jul 3 @ 6:00 pm
McCormick Field

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Post-Game Fireworks Show Presented By Raumedic

Monday, July 4, 2022
4th of July Parade
Jul 4 @ 10:30 am – 11:00 am
Main Street

Enjoy a festive parade of local organizations, classic cars, veterans and more at the annual 4th of July Parade in Hendersonville! The parade route is on Main Street, from Caswell Street to 6th Avenue.

Ingles Independence Day Celebration
Jul 4 @ 12:00 pm
Pack Square Park

The Ingles Independence Day Celebration is back in Downtown Asheville on Monday, July 4. As always, the festival is free and open to the public. The celebration is produced by the Asheville Downtown Association in partnership with the City of Asheville.

The event will feature:Ultimate Air Dogs, local food and beverage vendors, family activities, live music, and of course, FIREWORKS!

The Ultimate Air Dogs will jump between 12pm and 6pm in the 20ft pool installed on North Pack Square. Local food and beverage vendors will open at 5pm. Live music also kicks off at 5pm with folk/Americana singer/songwriter Hannah Kaminer, country rock musician Ricky Gunter at 6pm, and R&B/funk artist Lyric at 7:30pm.

Lyric will also sing our national anthem just before the fireworks show at 9:30pm.

4th of July Concert + Fireworks
Jul 4 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hendersonville Visitor Center

The Hendersonville Visitor Center and Henderson County Parks and Recreation are teaming up to offer a family-friendly 4th of July Celebration. The evening’s activities will include inflatables, kids games and activities, food trucks, and 2 stages featuring live music, with the evening being capped-off with the annual fireworks display.

  • 5pm – The Lonesome Road Band performs at the Historic Courthouse
  • 7pm – BSE Rox performs at the Visitor Center
  • 7pm – Supper Break performs at the Historic Courthouse
  • 7pm – Main Street will be closed to car traffic from 2nd Avenue south to Caswell Street. There will be food trucks, games, face painting, inflatables, a craft corner, giveaways and more.
  • Between 9:15 & 9:30pm – A festive Independence Day fireworks display will take place between 9:15 & 9:30 pm. You are encouraged to find a spot to see the display by 9pm. The launch site is off of South Grove Street, which will ensure prime viewing of the display from South Main Street and the Music on Main concert area as well as many other vantage points on the south side of town near the intersection of Hwy. 225 South and Hwy. 176. A large balloon will be launched the morning of the 4th to signify the visibility of the fireworks show, if you can see the “Big Balloon,” you can see the fireworks from your location.

Click to download a map of locations to view the fireworks.

At either concert location, you are encouraged to bring a chair and sit back, relax and enjoy the music, followed by the fireworks display.  Alcoholic beverages, backpacks and coolers are prohibited. Admission is free.

This Concert Series is sponsored by Burger King, Kathy Watkins of Preferred Realty, Firehouse Subs, Blue Ridge Hospitality and Mast General.

Thursday, July 7, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 7 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Friday, July 8, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 8 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Saturday, July 9, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 9 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Sunday, July 10, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 10 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Friday, July 15, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 15 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Saturday, July 16, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 16 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Sunday, July 17, 2022
Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 17 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Support Local Food Security Enter our Greenhouse Raffle!
Jul 20 all-day
online w/ Bountiful Cities

Bountiful Cities needs more space to GROW (plants!)

Each year Bountiful Cities grows out seedlings to donate to community gardens and we were gifted a beautiful glass greenhouse from the Sovereign Oaks Community in Asheville. We dismantled it and will be and installing it in our Pearson Garden and Nursery in Montford.

We need your help! Moving and reconstructing a greenhouse is an exciting and expensive project. Please support us as we support the community. Purchase a raffle ticket support the Greenhouse at Pearson and get involved in growing food, and building climate resiliency for our community.

People can buy as many raffle tickets as they want, up-ing their chances to win. 100% of the ticket cost will go directly to Bountiful Cities and will support the construction of the greenhouse at the Bountiful Cities Pearson Garden.  Each ticket will enter you to win the following Raffle Prizes.

Bountiful Cities has been gifted this beautiful glass greenhouse from the Sovereign Oaks Community in Asheville. We dismantled it and will be and installing it in our Pearson Garden and Nursery in Montford. At this garden we grow out plants to share with the community through our Community Garden Network. Free plant starts enable communities to get a jump start on the growing season and grow as much food as possible.

We need your help! Moving and reconstructing a greenhouse is an exciting and expensive project. Please support us as we support the community. Purchase a raffle ticket support the Greenhouse at Pearson and get involved in growing food, and building climate resiliency for our community.

Thursday, July 21, 2022
Support Local Food Security Enter our Greenhouse Raffle!
Jul 21 all-day
online w/ Bountiful Cities

Bountiful Cities needs more space to GROW (plants!)

Each year Bountiful Cities grows out seedlings to donate to community gardens and we were gifted a beautiful glass greenhouse from the Sovereign Oaks Community in Asheville. We dismantled it and will be and installing it in our Pearson Garden and Nursery in Montford.

We need your help! Moving and reconstructing a greenhouse is an exciting and expensive project. Please support us as we support the community. Purchase a raffle ticket support the Greenhouse at Pearson and get involved in growing food, and building climate resiliency for our community.

People can buy as many raffle tickets as they want, up-ing their chances to win. 100% of the ticket cost will go directly to Bountiful Cities and will support the construction of the greenhouse at the Bountiful Cities Pearson Garden.  Each ticket will enter you to win the following Raffle Prizes.

Bountiful Cities has been gifted this beautiful glass greenhouse from the Sovereign Oaks Community in Asheville. We dismantled it and will be and installing it in our Pearson Garden and Nursery in Montford. At this garden we grow out plants to share with the community through our Community Garden Network. Free plant starts enable communities to get a jump start on the growing season and grow as much food as possible.

We need your help! Moving and reconstructing a greenhouse is an exciting and expensive project. Please support us as we support the community. Purchase a raffle ticket support the Greenhouse at Pearson and get involved in growing food, and building climate resiliency for our community.

Friday, July 22, 2022
Brevard Music Center Car Raffle
Jul 22 all-day
online w/ Brevard Music Center

Official 2022 Raffle RulesAudi Asheville

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Monday, November 14, 2022.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

DETAILS

  1. By entering this raffle, entrants accept and agree to be bound by all the rules, limitations and restrictions set forth here and that their names and/or likenesses may be disclosed to and used by the news media and may otherwise be used by BMC for publicity purposes.
  2. The winner may choose a new 2022 Volvo, Subaru, or Hyundai prize vehicle from Hunter Automotive Group of Fletcher, NC with an MSRP up to $50,000.
  3. Vehicle choice will be subject to the current available inventory of the dealer. BMC reserves the right to substitute a Volvo, Subaru, or Hyundai model of equal value.
  4. The winner is responsible for all taxes, delivery costs, dealer fees, and any options he or she may choose above the vehicle’s manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) greater than $50,000.
  5. The gross winnings of the raffle will be reported to the federal and state tax authorities at the MSRP and the winner is responsible for income tax withholding prior to taking title to the prize.
  6. Individuals may purchase as many tickets as they wish; however, only 1,500 tickets will be sold.
  7. Participants must be 18 years old or older.
  8. BMC employees, faculty, and students 18 or older are eligible to participate.
  9. Winnings are not redeemable for cash.
  10. If a minimum of 600 tickets is not sold, all ticket holders will receive a full refund and the raffle will not occur.
  11. BMC does not make or provide any representation, guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, in connection with the car and accepts no liability or responsibility regarding the construction or condition of the car.

WINNINGS

Once the winner has selected a prize vehicle, the Dealer will notify BMC of the award vehicle’s MSRP. BMC will calculate the required federal income taxes due. The raffle winner is responsible for remitting the funds to BMC for the federal income tax. Brevard Music Center is required by law to report the base MSRP of the vehicle the winner chooses as gaming income to federal and state authorities and to withhold and deposit federal income taxes equal to 25% of the MSRP less the wager (raffle ticket). The winner’s payment of the federal taxes to BMC will be deposited with the US Federal Treasury and the winner will receive credit for the taxes remitted. In order for the dealer to release the winner’s vehicle, the winner will need to provide the following to BMC:

  1. A completed form W-9.
  2. Payment to BMC of the appropriate amount of federal tax withholding in cash or certified check.

Once both of these are received, BMC will authorize the dealer to release the vehicle. The winner will receive a Form W-2G by January 31, 2023 to use in preparing their 2022 income tax return.

Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 22 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!

Support Local Food Security Enter our Greenhouse Raffle!
Jul 22 all-day
online w/ Bountiful Cities

Bountiful Cities needs more space to GROW (plants!)

Each year Bountiful Cities grows out seedlings to donate to community gardens and we were gifted a beautiful glass greenhouse from the Sovereign Oaks Community in Asheville. We dismantled it and will be and installing it in our Pearson Garden and Nursery in Montford.

We need your help! Moving and reconstructing a greenhouse is an exciting and expensive project. Please support us as we support the community. Purchase a raffle ticket support the Greenhouse at Pearson and get involved in growing food, and building climate resiliency for our community.

People can buy as many raffle tickets as they want, up-ing their chances to win. 100% of the ticket cost will go directly to Bountiful Cities and will support the construction of the greenhouse at the Bountiful Cities Pearson Garden.  Each ticket will enter you to win the following Raffle Prizes.

Bountiful Cities has been gifted this beautiful glass greenhouse from the Sovereign Oaks Community in Asheville. We dismantled it and will be and installing it in our Pearson Garden and Nursery in Montford. At this garden we grow out plants to share with the community through our Community Garden Network. Free plant starts enable communities to get a jump start on the growing season and grow as much food as possible.

We need your help! Moving and reconstructing a greenhouse is an exciting and expensive project. Please support us as we support the community. Purchase a raffle ticket support the Greenhouse at Pearson and get involved in growing food, and building climate resiliency for our community.

Saturday, July 23, 2022
Bee City AVL Raffle
Jul 23 all-day
online

GreenWorks’ Bee City USA Asheville presents:

RAFFLE for a customized native pollinator garden

(location must be in Buncombe County or adjacent)

Winner will receive a fully installed 10 ft X 10 ft native pollinator garden (valued at $1,500).

Prize includes:

* Consultation with Asheville Bee City member to establish garden location and personalized garden plan;

* Complete site preparation and soil conditioning (if needed);

* Up to 30 native plants and shrubs to be planted by Bee City Asheville “Pollenteers” and;

* A detailed management plan for your new garden!

Only 250 tickets available between July 1 to July 31. Drawing takes place on August 1, 2022.

Brevard Music Center Car Raffle
Jul 23 all-day
online w/ Brevard Music Center

Official 2022 Raffle RulesAudi Asheville

PROCEEDS

This raffle is a fundraising event, and all net proceeds benefit the Brevard Music Center (BMC). Brevard Music Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN# 56-0729350

DRAWING

The drawing will take place on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Monday, November 14, 2022.

TICKETS

The cost to purchase a single entry (“Ticket”) for the Raffle is $125 (U.S. Funds only) and is not tax deductible.

DETAILS

  1. By entering this raffle, entrants accept and agree to be bound by all the rules, limitations and restrictions set forth here and that their names and/or likenesses may be disclosed to and used by the news media and may otherwise be used by BMC for publicity purposes.
  2. The winner may choose a new 2022 Volvo, Subaru, or Hyundai prize vehicle from Hunter Automotive Group of Fletcher, NC with an MSRP up to $50,000.
  3. Vehicle choice will be subject to the current available inventory of the dealer. BMC reserves the right to substitute a Volvo, Subaru, or Hyundai model of equal value.
  4. The winner is responsible for all taxes, delivery costs, dealer fees, and any options he or she may choose above the vehicle’s manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) greater than $50,000.
  5. The gross winnings of the raffle will be reported to the federal and state tax authorities at the MSRP and the winner is responsible for income tax withholding prior to taking title to the prize.
  6. Individuals may purchase as many tickets as they wish; however, only 1,500 tickets will be sold.
  7. Participants must be 18 years old or older.
  8. BMC employees, faculty, and students 18 or older are eligible to participate.
  9. Winnings are not redeemable for cash.
  10. If a minimum of 600 tickets is not sold, all ticket holders will receive a full refund and the raffle will not occur.
  11. BMC does not make or provide any representation, guarantee or warranty, expressed or implied, in connection with the car and accepts no liability or responsibility regarding the construction or condition of the car.

WINNINGS

Once the winner has selected a prize vehicle, the Dealer will notify BMC of the award vehicle’s MSRP. BMC will calculate the required federal income taxes due. The raffle winner is responsible for remitting the funds to BMC for the federal income tax. Brevard Music Center is required by law to report the base MSRP of the vehicle the winner chooses as gaming income to federal and state authorities and to withhold and deposit federal income taxes equal to 25% of the MSRP less the wager (raffle ticket). The winner’s payment of the federal taxes to BMC will be deposited with the US Federal Treasury and the winner will receive credit for the taxes remitted. In order for the dealer to release the winner’s vehicle, the winner will need to provide the following to BMC:

  1. A completed form W-9.
  2. Payment to BMC of the appropriate amount of federal tax withholding in cash or certified check.

Once both of these are received, BMC will authorize the dealer to release the vehicle. The winner will receive a Form W-2G by January 31, 2023 to use in preparing their 2022 income tax return.

Entries for the 30th Annual National Gingerbread House Competition™ are now being accepted!
Jul 23 all-day
online

 

The Omni Grove Park Inn, an award-winning, 513-room resort set in the idyllic Blue Ridge Mountains just minutes from downtown Asheville, N.C., is celebrating The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™, which is the nation’s largest, hosted at the resort annually. Beginning July 6, 2022 the competition registration is officially now open here through November 14, 2022. The competition will be held and winners will be announced on November 21, 2022.

 

New elements for The 30th National Gingerbread House Competition™ include:

  • Introduction of 10th Judge, Ashleigh Shanti, chef/owner of Good Hot Fish & 2020 James Beard finalist.
  • Addition of six brand-new specialty awards and increased prizes (60% increase to years past) across the four age categories, which include Best Use of Sprinkles, Most Unique Ingredient, Longest Standing Competitor, Best Use of Color, Pop Culture Star, Most Innovative Structure, and Best Use of Spice.
  • All registered competitors will have the opportunity to vote on their favorite piece of the entire competition to determine the winner of the new People’s Choice: Best in Show award.

 

The full press release announcing the official rules and entry forms can be found here and below, and a highlight reel and hi-res imagery from last year’s competition can be found here. Please let me know if you will consider the news on behalf of The Omni Grove Park Inn!