Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
ANNUAL Y.E.S. FUND RAFFLE: Raffle items and baskets on display
Oct 7 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Help raise $22,000 for 2,200 kids to attend a live performance at the Wortham Center

Mark your calendars for a chance to win fabulous goods and experiences — all while providing local students the opportunity to learn through the arts. Your support and participation provides access to the arts for all kids through the Y.E.S. Fund Scholarship program.

Throw your raffle tickets in to win excursions, artwork, dinners, gift baskets, gift certificates and more!

Raffle items and baskets on display in the Wortham Center’s lobby:
October 5-7 • 10am-4pm
October 8 • 10am-4pm & 7-9pm
October 9 • 5-9pm
October 10 • 2-4pm
Including during all three Pilobolus performances, October 8-10.

Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket or 5 for $20
Grand prize tickets: $30 per ticket or 4 for $100
Cash and credit card accepted; cash preferred.

PILOBOLUS: CONNECTING WITH BALANCE WORKSHOP
Oct 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Tina McGuire Theatre

Pilobolus: Connecting with Balance Workshop

Connecting with Balance is a one-hour class designed to help people of any age reconnect with their bodies and environment. Exercises in mobility and balance will encourage participants to maintain and improve stability, think creatively, and build community through social engagement. This class is open to all levels of ability – even those who remain seated throughout. No previous experience is required, and no special equipment needed.

90 Minutes. Maximum of 20 participants.

Registration link coming soon – please check back.

PILOBOLUS INTERMEDIATE + PRE-PROFESSIONAL MASTERCLASS
Oct 7 @ 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Tina McGuire Theatre
Pilobolus Masterclass

WORTHAM CENTER PRESENTS

Pilobolus Intermediate & Pre-professional Masterclass

The core values of Pilobolus workshops are the three Cs of creativity, collaboration and communication. Our workshop created for movers and dancers uses Pilobolus signature techniques of improvisation and movement creation to elevate training to the next level and reinvigorate creative impulses. The class, taught by current company members, is designed to stretch the limits of movers and performers ages 16 and up. The class will include partnering, collaborative choreography and peer to peer feedback. The class will end with a showing of work created in class.

90 Minutes. Maximum of 20 participants.

Registration link coming soon – please check back.

Friday, October 8, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 8 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

4th Annual HEAL Retreat
Oct 8 all-day
Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders

Mark your calendar ~

Save the date for the 14th Annual HEAL Retreat.  That’s right!  Retreat; not Conference.

This year, instead of more workshops and CEs we’re shifting gears and preparing for a full day of care-for-the-provider sessions and connection.  We’ll have dynamic speakers and networking while we spend a gorgeous WNC fall day rejuvenating.  Doesn’t that sound so good!?  After this past year and now with re-entry to ‘normal,’ this is how we have chosen to provide professional development for eating disorders clinicians in 2021.  Stay tuned for more information soon.  For now… please just put it on your calendar and plan to be with us on Friday, October 8th! Ahhhhhhh

ANNUAL Y.E.S. FUND RAFFLE: Raffle items and baskets on display
Oct 8 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Help raise $22,000 for 2,200 kids to attend a live performance at the Wortham Center

Mark your calendars for a chance to win fabulous goods and experiences — all while providing local students the opportunity to learn through the arts. Your support and participation provides access to the arts for all kids through the Y.E.S. Fund Scholarship program.

Throw your raffle tickets in to win excursions, artwork, dinners, gift baskets, gift certificates and more!

Raffle items and baskets on display in the Wortham Center’s lobby:
October 5-7 • 10am-4pm
October 8 • 10am-4pm & 7-9pm
October 9 • 5-9pm
October 10 • 2-4pm
Including during all three Pilobolus performances, October 8-10.

Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket or 5 for $20
Grand prize tickets: $30 per ticket or 4 for $100
Cash and credit card accepted; cash preferred.

ANNUAL Y.E.S. FUND RAFFLE: Raffle items and baskets on display
Oct 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Help raise $22,000 for 2,200 kids to attend a live performance at the Wortham Center

Mark your calendars for a chance to win fabulous goods and experiences — all while providing local students the opportunity to learn through the arts. Your support and participation provides access to the arts for all kids through the Y.E.S. Fund Scholarship program.

Throw your raffle tickets in to win excursions, artwork, dinners, gift baskets, gift certificates and more!

Raffle items and baskets on display in the Wortham Center’s lobby:
October 5-7 • 10am-4pm
October 8 • 10am-4pm & 7-9pm
October 9 • 5-9pm
October 10 • 2-4pm
Including during all three Pilobolus performances, October 8-10.

Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket or 5 for $20
Grand prize tickets: $30 per ticket or 4 for $100
Cash and credit card accepted; cash preferred.

Saturday, October 9, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 9 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

WNC Garlic Fest CANCELLED
Oct 9 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sow True Seed

WNC Garlic Fest was founded by Sow True Seed with the aim of bringing the awesome world of garlic to the awesome people of Western Northern Carolina. In 2019 The Utopian Seed Project took over as event organizer, but continues to work with Sow True Seed as event partners.

At its heart, WNC Garlic Fest is a celebration of all things garlic. The festival brings together local garlic-inspired vendors to create a family friendly farmers market feel infused with so much garlic! The WNC Garlic Trail is an unforgettable experience of local creativity and flavors as participating vendors offer garlic infused samples. And our commitment to education and growing gives everyone an opportunity to learn about growing great garlic.

PILOBOLUS: OPEN WORKSHOP
Oct 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre
Pilobolus Open Workshop

WORTHAM CENTER PRESENTS

Pilobolus: Open Workshop

The core values of Pilobolus are creativity, collaboration and communication. This workshop welcomes all to experience Pilobolus’s creative process and our signature partnering techniques. Current company members will guide participants to discover their own unique artistic voice and learn how to work with others to create original material collaboratively. This class is playful, group-driven, physically challenging and fun. Pilobolus fans and curious minds from all walks of life will learn to access untapped areas of creativity and improve effectiveness in a group. Each class concludes with a choreographic project and performance for their peers. Workshops are perfect for participants of all experience and skill levels.

90 Minutes. Maximum of 30 participants.

Registration link coming soon – please check back.

ANNUAL Y.E.S. FUND RAFFLE: Raffle items and baskets on display
Oct 9 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Help raise $22,000 for 2,200 kids to attend a live performance at the Wortham Center

Mark your calendars for a chance to win fabulous goods and experiences — all while providing local students the opportunity to learn through the arts. Your support and participation provides access to the arts for all kids through the Y.E.S. Fund Scholarship program.

Throw your raffle tickets in to win excursions, artwork, dinners, gift baskets, gift certificates and more!

Raffle items and baskets on display in the Wortham Center’s lobby:

October 10 • 2-4pm
Including during all three Pilobolus performances, October 8-10.

Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket or 5 for $20
Grand prize tickets: $30 per ticket or 4 for $100
Cash and credit card accepted; cash preferred.

Sunday, October 10, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 10 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

ANNUAL Y.E.S. FUND RAFFLE: Raffle items and baskets on display
Oct 10 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Help raise $22,000 for 2,200 kids to attend a live performance at the Wortham Center

Mark your calendars for a chance to win fabulous goods and experiences — all while providing local students the opportunity to learn through the arts. Your support and participation provides access to the arts for all kids through the Y.E.S. Fund Scholarship program.

Throw your raffle tickets in to win excursions, artwork, dinners, gift baskets, gift certificates and more!

Raffle items and baskets on display in the Wortham Center’s lobby,
Including during all three Pilobolus performances, October 8-10.

Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket or 5 for $20
Grand prize tickets: $30 per ticket or 4 for $100
Cash and credit card accepted; cash preferred.

Tuesday, October 12, 2021
The Classic Hikes of the Smokies: Noland Creek
Oct 12 @ 9:00 am
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Noland Creek 
8.2 miles | Moderate
Forest Walk, North Shore History

2021 CLASSIC HIKES OF THE SMOKIES

Discover America’s most-visited national park with a guided day hike! The Classic Hikes of the Smokies feature interpretation of the history, flora, and fauna of park trails. Hikes vary in distance, difficulty, and location within the park to provide a comprehensive overview of the Smokies, exposing hikers to high Appalachian vistas, streams teeming with aquatic life, the best collection of log structures on the Eastern Seaboard, and much more.

After completing registration…
You will receive an email the Friday before the hike with directions, and more information. All hikes begin at 9 a.m

Friday, October 15, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 15 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Saturday, October 16, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 16 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Sunday, October 17, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 17 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Friday, October 22, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 22 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Saturday, October 23, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 23 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Sunday, October 24, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 24 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Friday, October 29, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 29 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Saturday, October 30, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 30 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Sunday, October 31, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Oct 31 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

Tuesday, November 2, 2021
2021 Western NC Mountain Weekend Getaway Raffle
Nov 2 all-day
online

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

  • A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
  • A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
  • A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

  • 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
  • Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
  • Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Wednesday, November 3, 2021
2021 Western NC Mountain Weekend Getaway Raffle
Nov 3 all-day
online

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

  • A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
  • A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
  • A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

  • 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
  • Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
  • Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Thursday, November 4, 2021
2021 Western NC Mountain Weekend Getaway Raffle
Nov 4 all-day
online

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

  • A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
  • A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
  • A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

  • 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
  • Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
  • Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Insight Full: Group Speed Coaching
Nov 4 @ 5:30 pm
Asheville Masonic Temple

Join us for Speed Coaching featuring Certified Coaches Wanda Marie and Lesley King. They are both experienced in Business and Life Coaching. To learn more about them, visit CoachWandaMarie.com and LesleyKingEmpower.com. To learn more about the event, visit plrconnectevents.com

Friday, November 5, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Nov 5 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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

2021 Western NC Mountain Weekend Getaway Raffle
Nov 5 all-day
online

What’s your idea of perfect mountain weekend getaway?

  • A cozy mountain inn with rocking chairs on a front porch, with scenic tranquility and a lazy afternoon for reading that favorite book, after a hike on a mountain trail.
  • A breathtaking view from the scenic veranda of a mountain lodge, located at 5,000 feet on the Blue Ridge Parkway
  • A lovely downtown Asheville hotel, located in the middle of the historic Biltmore Village, with shopping, arts and craft stores, and art galleries

This raffle prize is tailored for YOU! One lucky winner will get to choose their destination and one of these accommodations:

  • 2 nights at the Balsam Mountain Inn, or the Pisgah Inn, or the Asheville Biltmore Double Tree
  • Plus dinner for two for one night at a local restaurant and a $50 gift card to support your meal choice for the second night.
  • Plus a special activity selected by the winner will be added to your package.

Click here to learn more about the destinations!

This annual raffle is developed and donated by Southwestern Child Development Commission, with all proceeds going to the NC Early Education Coalition.

Tickets are on sale now through November 11th. One ticket for $5 or four tickets for $15. 

Saturday, November 6, 2021
2021 Brevard Music Center Raffle
Nov 6 all-day
Online

Official 2021 Raffle RulesAudi

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 Monday, November 15, 2021 at 3:00pm EDT. All mail, phone, and internet orders must be received by 11:59pm EDT on Sunday, November 14, 2021.

TICKETS

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