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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Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.
- Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
- 90-Minutes – tours run daily
- 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
- $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
$5 per person | All ages (under 14 must be with adult)
Put on your costume and make memories with pumpkin carving, face painting, classic horror movies, spooky music, supernatural snacks, costume contests, and more! For more info, call 828-259-5483.

GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.
- Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
- 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
- $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
- Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue
*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.
Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.
- Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
- 90-Minutes – tours run daily
- 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
- $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
Join us on Tuesday, October 24th between 5:30 & 7 PM for a mystical journey through the Highlands Botanical Garden!
🧙♀️ Dress up in your spookiest, funniest, or most enchanting costumes
🍭 Go trick-or-treating through the garden trails
👻 Get your face painted by our friends from Macon Faces
🌲 Enjoy our bonfire & refreshments in the meadow
It’s a family-friendly evening of enchantment and wonder. Don’t miss this opportunity to create unforgettable Halloween memories.
Costumes are encouraged, and the event is open to all ages.
Weather dependent.

GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.
- Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
- 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
- $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
- Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue
*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.
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Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.
- Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
- 90-Minutes – tours run daily
- 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
- $39 per person (ages 13+ only)

GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.
- Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
- 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
- $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
- Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue
*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.
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Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.
- Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
- 90-Minutes – tours run daily
- 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
- $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
Ever wanted to try improv comedy? Have you been going to the open mics and looking for advice to get to the next level? Or maybe just looking for other femme and queer friends interested in comedy.
Come out to Catawba Brewing South Slope on Sunday 8/27 for a one day workshop let by Marlene Thompson (Second City, Asheville Improv)
Open to all femme and non-binary identifying people and all comedy levels
ages 18+

GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.
- Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
- 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
- $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
- Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue
*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.
In celebration of the podcast Palimpsest’s fifth season launch this Halloween, join creators Jamieson Ridenhour and Hayley Heninger for an intimate live performance featuring a pre-launch sneak peek at the new season followed by haunted refreshments.
Palimpsest is a single-voiced horror audio drama about memory, identity, and the things that haunt us. Each 10-episode season is a self-contained story exploring the spaces between horror, fantasy, and psychological realism. Recently wrapping up its fourth season with over half a million downloads, Palimpsest has critics calling it “a masterclass in atmosphere” and “audio fiction’s best foray into the Gothic.”
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“Palimpsest is audio fiction’s best foray into the Gothic.”
-Wil Williams, DiscoverPods
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“Palimpsest is a masterclass in atmosphere. I absolutely cried.”
-Elena Fernández-Collins, AudioDramatic
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“Palimpsest is perfect for those who like their horror with a little Shirley Jackson vibe.”
-Tor.com
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Learn Asheville’s history, discover hidden gems, and laugh at LaZoom’s quirky sense of adventure.
- Guided comedy tour bus of historical Asheville
- 90-Minutes – tours run daily
- 15-minute break at Green Man Brewing
- $39 per person (ages 13+ only)
Your Ticket Is Valid Friday, Saturday, Or Both Days…Pay Only Once!
🎃 Get Your Tickets Now‼️
Click ✅ GOING ✅ On The Facebook Event ⬇️ So You Don’t Miss Updates
https://www.facebook.com/events/892778395079984/
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What You Get:
🏆 $1,000 Grand Prize Costume Contest Entry*
🤩 2 Days Full Of Bar Crawl Adventures (Friday AND Saturday)
🍻 1 Drink Or Shot Included With Ticket!
🥤 Crawl With US Stadium Cup And Bottle Opener Lanyard! (First 400 Check Ins)
🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials
😋 Food Specials At Partner Venues!
👍 Waived Cover At All Venues ($5-$15 at Some Venues Without Ticket)
📸 Professional Photographers! (Saturday Only)
🔥 Awesome After Party!
🎟️ Custom Halloween Badge With Vouchers
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🎟️ VOUCHERS 🎟️
Vouchers Are Only Valid At The Venues Posted Below!
FRIDAY
GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM
YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM
RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM
SATURDAY
GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM
YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM
RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM
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🎃 CHECK IN TIME 2PM – 4PM 🎃
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY
🎃 CRAWL LOCATIONS 2PM – 8PM 🎃
SPECIALS WILL BE UPDATED TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CRAWL!
ARCHETYPE BREWING AND KITCHEN – SOUTH SLOPE
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
$4 Jameson Shots | $5 Pints | $10 Pizzas
BANKS AVE.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
$3 The Blood Shot | $4 Witch’s Punch | $5 Margarita | $7 Green Tea Shot
DRAG SHOWS:
Friday – 8PM & 11:30PM
Saturday – 6PM & 8PM
** Specials at Banks Ave. will be honored until 10PM **
CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
DADDY MAC’S
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
DALTON DISTILLERY
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
HI-WIRE BREWING
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
ONE WORLD BREWING
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
THE TIKI EASY BAR
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFÉ
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
$10 Pumpkin Spice Brewmanji (Dark Rum, Kahlua, Pumpkin Spice, Cream & Sugar, Topped w/ Whipped Cream & Chocolate Drizzle) | $7.50 Death By Chocolate Brownie Sundae | $9 Pretzel Bites
🎃 AFTER PARTY TIME 8PM – 10PM 🎃
FRIDAY & SATURDAY
SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB
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🎟️ FREE TICKETS 🎟️
Earn 2 Free Tickets by inviting your Facebook friends to the event.
Message us for details: https://www.messenger.com/t/CrawlWithUs
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㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑
Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.
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🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫
We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!
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✔️ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ✔️
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100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE:
👌 In the event of cancellation, for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full. No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank. Guaranteed.
Asheville Official Halloween Bar Crawl
PAY ONCE! DRINK, PARTY, and CRAWL ALL 3 DAYS! OCTOBER 21ST, 27TH and 28TH!
One of the most exciting and unique Halloween events is back, and you know who’s throwing it. Have you ever wondered what a Haunted Bar Crawl would be like? Look no further because this is perfect for those who love to drink and enjoy a spooky atmosphere. Our Official Halloween Bar Crawl is back and just in time to freak the night away. This Halloween we celebrate October 28th, 2023.
The bar crawl consists of visiting several bars in the city, each with its unique Halloween drink specials, decor, and spooky surprises. From ghostly cocktails to pumpkin beer, each bar offers a special drink to fit the Halloween theme. Don’t get caught in cobwebs, get scared by skeletons or spooky lighting which will be all over this Halloween.
One of our most exciting parts of the event is the costume contest. Participants come dressed in their scariest or most creative costumes, and the winner receives a prize. What will you come up with? We love the creativeness from classic costumes like zombies and ghosts to more modern costumes, you name it, we want to see it.
As the night goes on, the bars become more crowded, you won’t want to miss out on the high energy level of the dance floor. Don’t be afraid to singing along to Halloween-themed songs you know that will be rocking the venues all night long. This Halloween event is a great way to let loose and have fun with friends, while also enjoying the spooky holiday atmosphere.
Mark your calendars and join us for our Official Halloween Bar Crawl for a night of scary joy and spine-tingling thrills. Tickets are selling quickly, so be sure to get yours now. Don’t forget to invite your Halloween homies to come out by sharing our social media postings with them. We can’t wait to see you at our Official Halloween Bar Crawl, which is guaranteed to be a scream-worthy success.
What To Expect
Getting a ticket to this year’s Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl Festivities is quite simple, all you must do is go to Pubcrawls.com and you can purchase your ticket today! If you and your friends want to make sure you are at the number one bar crawl in the world, then make sure you buy your ticket in advance so you can select a fabulous costume and crawl in style. We cannot wait to see you at this year’s Halloween Bar Crawl in Asheville on October 28th, 2023.
Costume Contest
Prizes will be given away for Asheville HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL!
Be sure to tag @PUBCRAWLERS throughout the night, as we will be hand picking winners and messaging them.
What do we look for to win? Originality. Every winner so far has custom made and designed the creepiest and most ghoulish costumes on the crawl. We are also cool with group costumes, so grab your creepiest friends and get in on the contest and who knows, your group may be able to split the pot.
The Hook Up
3-4 Drinks Or Shots (With Multi Day Pass)
Pay Once! Drink, Party, and Crawl All 3 Days!
FREE Entry Into Over 4+ Venues
Exclusive FREE After Party
Digital Bar Crawl Map
Live Djs At Select Venues
$2,000 Value Halloween Costume Contest
Chance To Be Featured On Our Socials
Hundreds Of Crawlers
Tasty Themed Holiday Drink Specials
Up To 25% Off Select Foods
Up To 50% Off Drinks
Door Cover Charges Waived
Photographer and Or Videographer
Helpful Pub Crawl Staff On Site!
Use Code Metro for 20% Off at Pubcrawls.com
Disclaimer: Must be 21 years or older to participate in our events. All participating bars and their food or drink specials may be subject to change at the venue’s discretion. Must present your ticket at check in before check in time ends to receive your wristband. All sales are final no returns, refunds or exchanges for services once purchased.
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/1935862-2?pid=10412
Come dressed as your favorite character and partake in tasty beverages, silent disco, and even silent raffles to benefit the local Reeves Cove community and minimize the impact of future development. $5 suggested donation at the door, $5 suggested donation for silent disco headphones. Games and activities for all!
Grab some friends and prepare to get spooky. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn choreography from Michael Jackson’s Creepy Classic “Thriller” and sip on a Spooky Halloween-themed cocktail (or mocktail if you’d rather). No dance experience is necessary, but costumes are encouraged!
A masquerade ball like no other…
A costumed event for the masses, an interactive and immersive evening of wonderment, a singular night of art, performance, dancing and imbibing in a historical Asheville establishment.
Join our Count and Contessa as they host the event of the season, a ball to remember…
Wear your finery and mask thyself. Masks are required for complete immersion into the age-old traditions of a Carnivale masquerade! Extravagance and creativity will not go unnoticed, as you will have the opportunity to vie for the title of Carnivale Royalty.
Champagne and light antipasti will be served along with delectable sweets. A cash bar will be available for further imbibing. The evening will be capped with a celebratory and complimentary digestif.
Enjoy the thrills of the evening with a gondola ride through the Grand Canal, a test of truth and fate at the Bocca della Verita, and delight in joy from roaming performers. Your evening’s journey continues with a visit to Venice’s Cafe Florian, a stroll through a bustling marketplace, and an opportunity to have your portrait made. The evening culminates in the theater with masterful performances, a procession of the nobles, and a finale that is sure to keep you dancing into the night.
The Carnivale in Venice will be held (not in Venice) at the historic Asheville Masonic Temple in downtown Asheville. Multiple parking options surround the event site as well as street parking. This is a non-smoking venue, inside as well as outside of the building.
Follow our Facebook page for ongoing updates about the event and general inspiration for costuming. facebook.com/carnivaleinvenice
Our most excellent sponsors are The Costume Shoppe and Sugar Britches—who provide shopping for costuming needs!
$2 per person | Ages 10 and up (under 14 must be with adult)
Looking for a spooky fright? Meet ghosts and ghouls and visions of things that go bump in the night at the Haunted Castle on the Hill. This can’t-miss haunted house tends to be on the spooky side, so it’s not recommended for those who scare easily. For more info, call 828-350-2058.
Want to volunteer?
APR relies on the help of community members to create the Haunted Castle on the Hill atmosphere. If you are 15 years-old or older, you can help with set up, breakdown, or join the Scare Crew (costumes, make-up, and props are provided by APR). Contact 828-350-2058 or email [email protected] to sign up.

GHOST COMEDY BUS TOUR
Grab a local beer, crucifix and a rubber chicken* —You might survive this hour long hilarious haunted ghost tour of Asheville.
- Guided comedy bus tour of Haunted Asheville
- 60 minutes; tours run nightly after dark
- $33 per person (Ages 17+ only)
- Departs from 76 Biltmore Avenue
*Legal Note: Crucifix not required to board the bus; we do not condone exorcisms, chickens, rubber, or any combination of the three.

The Greenville-centric story opens on Halloween night. While most families make their rounds through the well-known neighborhoods, a handful of kids break off from the group. Hoping to reveal an unspoken Greenville secret, they head to an abandoned mansion along the Reedy River. They knock on the door, and after no answer, a brave little girl says, “Let’s go!” and pushes it open. Lightning flashes to reveal a silhouette of a couple who dance a pas de deux to a string quartet medley of several Michael Jackson-inspired tunes. Music By Michael Jackson and Choreography by Hernan Justo.
Warning
Strob lighting and other intense lighting will be used during this show.
ACT’s Horror Movie Tune-Up is an immersive theatrical experience brimming with frights and delights. We’ll play the non-musical version of Little Shop of Horrors (1960) on the big screen with an added twist: interruptions of live musical performances and games. But the fun doesn’t stop there — costumes are required! So… come dressed to possess and you could win spooktacular prizes.
ACT’s Horror Movie Tune Up is hosted by a devilish duo, Fable Wilde Day and Eli Cunningham.
🎃 Ghostly Grab Bag: Enhance your Horror Movie Tune-Up experience with our Ghostly Grab Bag. Inside, you’ll find monster munchies, two adult beverages of your choice, and a little Halloween magic to help you get into the perfect spooky mood for the night. The Ghostly Grab Bag is $15 and only available through pre-order.
Our Halloween Show!
a world premiere, written by Will Storrs
Directed by Deanna Braine Smith

