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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Saturday, November 28, 2020
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Nov 28 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Chimney Rock State Park Hike with a Naturalist
Nov 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Spend an hour hiking one of our six different trails with a Naturalist. This is educational excursion will give you a better understanding of the flora and fauna that can be found in the Park. You may even learn some of the Park’s history as well.

Thanksgiving Weekend Family Animal Encounters Chimney Rock State Park
Nov 28 @ 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

We are lucky to have incredible Animal Ambassadors to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park Naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories.

Sunday, November 29, 2020
Thanksgiving Weekend Family Animal Encounters Chimney Rock State Park
Nov 29 @ 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

We are lucky to have incredible Animal Ambassadors to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park Naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Yoga and Massage to Open Second Yoga Studio
Dec 1 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Yoga and Massage

Yoga and Massage (YAM) has announced it is adding a new location
that will offer non-heated yoga and wellness classes, as well as their massage services, in one
building. ‘The cooler side of YAM’ will be located at 1620 Brevard Road in Laurel Park. The
studio is expected to open December 1 with an open house planned for Saturday, December
12 from 12:30-2:30 p.m.
The new space will have four massage treatment rooms and a 900 SF yoga studio for nonheated classes, workshops and yoga teacher training programs. Plenty of free parking will be
provided. YAM’s original yoga studio location is located on King Street in downtown
Hendersonville and will continue to offer heated yoga classes and workshops.

Saturday, December 5, 2020
Chimney Rock State Park Breakfast with the Elves at Old Rock Cafe’
Dec 5 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Chimney Rock State Park
Standard meal prices apply. Does not include Santa on the Chimney event.

Join Mrs. Claus and Santa’s elves for a holiday breakfast, Christmas crafts and a special Christmas story at 10 a.m. You’ll not only enjoy a hearty, festive breakfast, but you’ll also get to share your wish list with Mrs. Claus and learn a little more about Jolly Old St. Nick.

Santa’s Showdown 5K
Dec 5 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Recreation Park

The second Santa’s Showdown will take place on Saturday, December 5 at Recreation Park in East Asheville. This unique 5K will pit runners representing Elves and Reindeer against each other to establish North Pole supremacy for the coming year.

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 5 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Chimney Rock State Park 23rd Annual Santa on the Chimney
Dec 5 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Since 1997, Santa has visited Chimney Rock to train for his big night of deliveries. There’s no way Santa could make it down so many chimneys without practice. What better place to prepare 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 meet live Park animal ambassadors.

Saturday, December 12, 2020
Chimney Rock State Park Breakfast with the Elves at Old Rock Café
Dec 12 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Chimney Rock State Park

Join Mrs. Claus and Santa’s elves for a holiday breakfast, Christmas crafts and a special Christmas story at 10 a.m. You’ll not only enjoy a hearty, festive breakfast, but you’ll also get to share your wish list with Mrs. Claus and learn a little more about Jolly Old St. Nick.

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 12 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Chimney Rock State Park 23rd Annual Santa on the Chimney
Dec 12 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

Since 1997, Santa has visited Chimney Rock to train for his big night of deliveries. There’s no way Santa could make it down so many chimneys without practice. What better place to prepare 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 meet live Park animal ambassadors.

Yoga and Message Open House
Dec 12 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Yoga and Message

Yoga and Massage (YAM) has announced it is adding a new location
that will offer non-heated yoga and wellness classes, as well as their massage services, in one
building. ‘The cooler side of YAM’ will be located at 1620 Brevard Road in Laurel Park. The
studio is expected to open December 1 with an open house planned for Saturday, December
12 from 12:30-2:30 p.m.
The new space will have four massage treatment rooms and a 900 SF yoga studio for nonheated classes, workshops and yoga teacher training programs. Plenty of free parking will be
provided. YAM’s original yoga studio location is located on King Street in downtown
Hendersonville and will continue to offer heated yoga classes and workshops.

Saturday, December 19, 2020
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 19 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Rec N Roll-Klondyke
Dec 23 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Klondyke

The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting.

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Rec N Roll: Weaver Park
Dec 23 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Weaver Park

The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting

Thursday, December 24, 2020
City Dance
Dec 24 @ 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.

Saturday, December 26, 2020
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 26 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Chimney Rock State Park Winter Break Family Animal Encounters
Dec 26 @ 2:00 pm
Chimney Rock State Park

We are lucky to have incredible Animal Ambassadors to help us spread the word on the important roles they play in the Park. Join one of our Park Naturalists for an informal program where your family will love meeting some of our wilder teammates! Kids of all ages are sure to take home some fun facts and special memories.

Tuesday, December 29, 2020
Rec N Roll: Deaverview
Dec 29 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Deaverview

The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting.

Rec N Roll: Weaver Park
Dec 29 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Weaver Park

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The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting.

 

Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Rec n Roll French Broad River Park
Dec 30 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
French Broad River Park

The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting.

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Rec N Roll-Klondyke
Dec 30 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Klondyke

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The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting.

Thursday, December 31, 2020
Rec N Roll-Spruce Hill Apartments
Dec 31 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Spruce Hill Apartments

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The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting

Rec N Roll: Westmore Apartments
Dec 31 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Westmore Apartments

The Rec n Roll mobile recreation unit is headed to your neighborhood! This free program offers all sorts of games and activities the whole family can enjoy. Come out and Play! *Weather Permitting

Saturday, January 9, 2021
Mixed Level Pilates Mat Class with Cisco Pilates AVL
Jan 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Online
Mixed Level Pilates Mat Class with Cisco Pilates AVL

Join Alexis from Cisco Pilates Asheville for free online Pilates mat classes! The class is beginner friendly.

To sign up for the class, visit ciscopilates.as.me…

 

Sunday, January 10, 2021
Tai Chi Easy Practice Group
Jan 10 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Online

Tai Chi Easy Practice Group

Eight week course to learn Tai Chi Easy! Meeting outdoors, Sundays 2:00PM at Highland Park (corner of Zillicoa and Montford Ave.) Jan. 3 – Feb. 21. Start with gentle Qigong warm ups to boost immune function. Learn essential Tai Chi principles in five Yang-style movements that enhance balance and flexibility. Explore the martial applications, or just learn to de-stress and enjoy freedom of movement. Bring water, dress warmly, wear sunblock, and be ready to shed layers. Highland Park offers no shade. Here is a video of Dr. Roger Jahnke, doing the Tai Chi Easy form he developed.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dijBCf8GUVs

Saturday, January 16, 2021
Early Bird Yoga at Asheville Art Museum
Jan 16 @ 9:45 am – 10:30 am
Asheville Art Museum

REGISTER BY JANUARY 13 TO HELP MEET MINIMUM ENROLLMENT.

Early Bird Yoga is back! Bring your own mat (required) and props (optional). Face coverings and social distancing are required.

Join us in the Museum for family-friendly yoga and mindfulness. All ages and abilities are welcome; recommended for visitors aged 5+ (children must be accompanied by an adult). Space is limited; preregistration is encouraged. For more information or to register by phone, contact Kelly Baisley, school & family programs manager, or call 828.253.3227 x133.
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Jan 23 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!
After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.
All Levels Gentle Flow Virtual Yoga Class: in Partnership with Athleta –
Jan 23 @ 10:00 am
Online

Join Becca for an All Levels Gentle Flow yoga class in partnership with Athleta to celebrate their All-Inclusive Sizing product launch.
The free class will be on Instagram Live on Jan. 23 at 10am EST
*Tune in to receive a special discount from Athleta, while supplies last*