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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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Around the Web w/ BMC: The National Arts Club: On Demand
Jan 26 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

The National Arts Club: On Demand
Founded in 1898, The National Arts Club boasts more than 150 free programs to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings. Current and archived videos are available and are updated weekly.

Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Around the Web w/ BMC: The National Arts Club: On Demand
Jan 27 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

The National Arts Club: On Demand
Founded in 1898, The National Arts Club boasts more than 150 free programs to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings. Current and archived videos are available and are updated weekly.

Thursday, January 28, 2021
Around the Web w/ BMC: The National Arts Club: On Demand
Jan 28 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

The National Arts Club: On Demand
Founded in 1898, The National Arts Club boasts more than 150 free programs to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings. Current and archived videos are available and are updated weekly.

City Dance
Jan 28 @ 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.

Friday, January 29, 2021
Around the Web w/ BMC: The National Arts Club: On Demand
Jan 29 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

The National Arts Club: On Demand
Founded in 1898, The National Arts Club boasts more than 150 free programs to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings. Current and archived videos are available and are updated weekly.

Sunday, January 31, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Jan 31 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Tuesday, February 2, 2021
World Wetlands Day
Feb 2 all-day
Online w/ Dogwood Alliance

Treasures of the South | Dogwood Alliance

TREASURES OF THE SOUTH

THE TRUE VALUE OF WETLAND FORESTS

online resources

Thursday, February 4, 2021
Hikes for Healing + the African American Experience in Great Smokies Mountains
Feb 4 @ 7:00 pm
Online w/ Western North Carolina Sierra Club
Portrait photo of Stephanie Zykriasis in National Park uniform
Stephanie Kyriazis, Deputy Chief of Resource Education, is the facilitator of Smokies Hikes for Healing, a series of hikes initiated by Superintendent Cash following the killing of George Floyd. The hikes have the goal of melding the restorative power of nature and the healing power of conversation.

Antoine Fletcher is Science Communicator for the Park and its Appalachian Highlands Science Learning Center at Purchase Knob. He will speak about the Park’s African American Experience Project, which seeks to uncover and share the history of the Black experience in the Smokies area over time.

Preregistration information for this program will be available on WENOCA.org soon.


Sunday, February 7, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Feb 7 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Friday, February 12, 2021
Mountain RV, Boat + Recreation Show
Feb 12 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
WNC Ag Center

The 25th annual Mountain RV, Boat & Recreation Show will kick off Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center. Come see your favorite local dealers with their latest product offerings. The show will showcase industry leading RV, Automotive, Recreation, and Marine Brands.
Visit the show’s Facebook page to stay up-to-date leading up to the show:

www.facebook.com/MountainRvBoatRecreationShow/
Saturday, February 13, 2021
Mountain RV, Boat + Recreation Show
Feb 13 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
WNC Ag Center

The 25th annual Mountain RV, Boat & Recreation Show will kick off Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center. Come see your favorite local dealers with their latest product offerings. The show will showcase industry leading RV, Automotive, Recreation, and Marine Brands.
Visit the show’s Facebook page to stay up-to-date leading up to the show:

www.facebook.com/MountainRvBoatRecreationShow/
Sunday, February 14, 2021
Mountain RV, Boat + Recreation Show
Feb 14 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
WNC Ag. Center

The 25th annual Mountain RV, Boat & Recreation Show will kick off Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center. Come see your favorite local dealers with their latest product offerings. The show will showcase industry leading RV, Automotive, Recreation, and Marine Brands.
Visit the show’s Facebook page to stay up-to-date leading up to the show:

www.facebook.com/MountainRvBoatRecreationShow/
Food Truck Sundays
Feb 14 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Sunday, February 21, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Feb 21 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Thursday, February 25, 2021
City Dance
Feb 25 @ 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.

Sunday, February 28, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Feb 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Sunday, March 7, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Mar 7 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Thursday, March 11, 2021
The Drive-in Laser Show
Mar 11 @ 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
WNC Agriculture Center

No photo description available.

Get Ready! Cabin Fever presents The Drive-in Laser Light Show! Coming March 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th 2021 to the WNC AG CENTER in Asheville, NC!

The most spectacular laser show you have ever seen and it’s a Drive-in!

Avoid the crowds! Pile up into the safety of your own vehicle and come out for the fantastic Drive-in Cabin Fever Laser Show! 2 action packed mind blowing shows per night and one on Sunday! Choose from either the 7pm or 9pm shows!

The family friendly Laser Shows include some of your favorite Musical Hits from 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, Current Pop to Classic Rock! All choreographed with cutting-edge effects, high-powered lasers, and DUAL large screen video projection!

We have a dedicated “Tail-Gate” seating area for every vehicle! Bring your own chairs, blankets and refreshments!

Imagine a night out with the family for way less than a movie… Folks it’s only $29 per car -no matter how many people you pile in it!

Make it a romantic date night, night out with friends or fun for the whole family! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to catch our fantastic traveling Cabin Fever Laser Light Show!

Check out our special performances of the LASER FLOYD SPECTACULAR Friday and Saturday the 12th & 13th at 10:30PM!

We are here for just 1 weekend so get your tickets NOW- before we sell out!

Friday, March 12, 2021
The Drive-in Laser Show
Mar 12 @ 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
WNC Agriculture Center

No photo description available.

Get Ready! Cabin Fever presents The Drive-in Laser Light Show! Coming March 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th 2021 to the WNC AG CENTER in Asheville, NC!

The most spectacular laser show you have ever seen and it’s a Drive-in!

Avoid the crowds! Pile up into the safety of your own vehicle and come out for the fantastic Drive-in Cabin Fever Laser Show! 2 action packed mind blowing shows per night and one on Sunday! Choose from either the 7pm or 9pm shows!

The family friendly Laser Shows include some of your favorite Musical Hits from 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, Current Pop to Classic Rock! All choreographed with cutting-edge effects, high-powered lasers, and DUAL large screen video projection!

We have a dedicated “Tail-Gate” seating area for every vehicle! Bring your own chairs, blankets and refreshments!

Imagine a night out with the family for way less than a movie… Folks it’s only $29 per car -no matter how many people you pile in it!

Make it a romantic date night, night out with friends or fun for the whole family! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to catch our fantastic traveling Cabin Fever Laser Light Show!

Check out our special performances of the LASER FLOYD SPECTACULAR Friday and Saturday the 12th & 13th at 10:30PM!

We are here for just 1 weekend so get your tickets NOW- before we sell out!

Saturday, March 13, 2021
Naturalist Niche: Early Spring Birding Walk
Mar 13 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Chimney Rock Park
Cost: Includes Park admission. Advance registration required.

Chimney Rock is an amazing spot to see spring migrants as they make their way back from the warmer, sunnier regions.  Make sure you bring your binoculars to get a peek at numerous species traveling north.  Just how many will you add to your list?  A Park bird list can be found here. This hike is considered easy-to-moderate and does require advance registration.

The Drive-in Laser Show
Mar 13 @ 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
WNC Agriculture Center

No photo description available.

Get Ready! Cabin Fever presents The Drive-in Laser Light Show! Coming March 11th, 12th, 13th, and 14th 2021 to the WNC AG CENTER in Asheville, NC!

The most spectacular laser show you have ever seen and it’s a Drive-in!

Avoid the crowds! Pile up into the safety of your own vehicle and come out for the fantastic Drive-in Cabin Fever Laser Show! 2 action packed mind blowing shows per night and one on Sunday! Choose from either the 7pm or 9pm shows!

The family friendly Laser Shows include some of your favorite Musical Hits from 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, Current Pop to Classic Rock! All choreographed with cutting-edge effects, high-powered lasers, and DUAL large screen video projection!

We have a dedicated “Tail-Gate” seating area for every vehicle! Bring your own chairs, blankets and refreshments!

Imagine a night out with the family for way less than a movie… Folks it’s only $29 per car -no matter how many people you pile in it!

Make it a romantic date night, night out with friends or fun for the whole family! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to catch our fantastic traveling Cabin Fever Laser Light Show!

Check out our special performances of the LASER FLOYD SPECTACULAR Friday and Saturday the 12th & 13th at 10:30PM!

We are here for just 1 weekend so get your tickets NOW- before we sell out!

Sunday, March 14, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Mar 14 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Sunday, March 21, 2021
Food Truck Sundays
Mar 21 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Archetype Brewing

In conjunction with Sunday Sessions Live (and virtual) music: Food Truck Sundays will bring a new or rotating “staff favorite” cuisine each week to the Beechams Curve offerings.
Gan Shan West, our main culinary provider 6 days a week, is closed on Sundays. Enjoy the convenience, delicious variety and the music – all in one Sunday Funday stop!

Monday, March 22, 2021
Registration Open for Senior Games + Silver Arts 2021
Mar 22 all-day
Buncombe County Parks

Each spring, hundreds of locals 50+ years-old enjoy participating in the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts. This year’s program will be held at locations throughout Buncombe County from the week of Apr. 19 through May 19 (tentative). There is no registration fee this year.

To register, fill out a registration form (see documents below) or register online at ncseniorgames.org.

Sports include bowling, croquet, football throw, softball throw, golf, putt-putt, cycling, track and field, archery, cheerleading, swimming, billiards, badminton, cornhole, horseshoes, pickleball, racquetball, shuffleboard, tennis, and table tennis. Age categories start at 50 and increase at five year intervals.

Silver Arts categories are classified as Heritage (quilting, woodwork, crochet, basket weaving, jewelry, needlework, tole painting, weaving, knitting, pottery, stained glass, woodcarving, and woodturning), Visual (solo, small group, and large group), Performing, Literary (poem, short story, essay, and life experience), and Contemporary. Art pieces will be displayed online.

Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Registration Open for Senior Games + Silver Arts 2021
Mar 23 all-day
Buncombe County Parks

Each spring, hundreds of locals 50+ years-old enjoy participating in the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts. This year’s program will be held at locations throughout Buncombe County from the week of Apr. 19 through May 19 (tentative). There is no registration fee this year.

To register, fill out a registration form (see documents below) or register online at ncseniorgames.org.

Sports include bowling, croquet, football throw, softball throw, golf, putt-putt, cycling, track and field, archery, cheerleading, swimming, billiards, badminton, cornhole, horseshoes, pickleball, racquetball, shuffleboard, tennis, and table tennis. Age categories start at 50 and increase at five year intervals.

Silver Arts categories are classified as Heritage (quilting, woodwork, crochet, basket weaving, jewelry, needlework, tole painting, weaving, knitting, pottery, stained glass, woodcarving, and woodturning), Visual (solo, small group, and large group), Performing, Literary (poem, short story, essay, and life experience), and Contemporary. Art pieces will be displayed online.

Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Registration Open for Senior Games + Silver Arts 2021
Mar 24 all-day
Buncombe County Parks

Each spring, hundreds of locals 50+ years-old enjoy participating in the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts. This year’s program will be held at locations throughout Buncombe County from the week of Apr. 19 through May 19 (tentative). There is no registration fee this year.

To register, fill out a registration form (see documents below) or register online at ncseniorgames.org.

Sports include bowling, croquet, football throw, softball throw, golf, putt-putt, cycling, track and field, archery, cheerleading, swimming, billiards, badminton, cornhole, horseshoes, pickleball, racquetball, shuffleboard, tennis, and table tennis. Age categories start at 50 and increase at five year intervals.

Silver Arts categories are classified as Heritage (quilting, woodwork, crochet, basket weaving, jewelry, needlework, tole painting, weaving, knitting, pottery, stained glass, woodcarving, and woodturning), Visual (solo, small group, and large group), Performing, Literary (poem, short story, essay, and life experience), and Contemporary. Art pieces will be displayed online.

Thursday, March 25, 2021
Registration Open for Senior Games + Silver Arts 2021
Mar 25 all-day
Buncombe County Parks

Each spring, hundreds of locals 50+ years-old enjoy participating in the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts. This year’s program will be held at locations throughout Buncombe County from the week of Apr. 19 through May 19 (tentative). There is no registration fee this year.

To register, fill out a registration form (see documents below) or register online at ncseniorgames.org.

Sports include bowling, croquet, football throw, softball throw, golf, putt-putt, cycling, track and field, archery, cheerleading, swimming, billiards, badminton, cornhole, horseshoes, pickleball, racquetball, shuffleboard, tennis, and table tennis. Age categories start at 50 and increase at five year intervals.

Silver Arts categories are classified as Heritage (quilting, woodwork, crochet, basket weaving, jewelry, needlework, tole painting, weaving, knitting, pottery, stained glass, woodcarving, and woodturning), Visual (solo, small group, and large group), Performing, Literary (poem, short story, essay, and life experience), and Contemporary. Art pieces will be displayed online.

Live At Aloft Music Series
Mar 25 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Aloft Asheville Downtown

Live At Aloft is where you can be as front row as you want and you’re always a VIP. Discover live, acoustic performances from local musicians in Asheville every Thursday through Friday from 7pm-10pm. No cover and mask required. Check out the calendar to see who’s playing next.

Thursday, 3/25 – Matt Ryans

Friday, 3/26 – Members of Blaze The City

Saturday, 3/27 – DJ Phantom Pantone & Friends

City Dance
Mar 25 @ 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.

Friday, March 26, 2021
Registration Open for Senior Games + Silver Arts 2021
Mar 26 all-day
Buncombe County Parks

Each spring, hundreds of locals 50+ years-old enjoy participating in the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts. This year’s program will be held at locations throughout Buncombe County from the week of Apr. 19 through May 19 (tentative). There is no registration fee this year.

To register, fill out a registration form (see documents below) or register online at ncseniorgames.org.

Sports include bowling, croquet, football throw, softball throw, golf, putt-putt, cycling, track and field, archery, cheerleading, swimming, billiards, badminton, cornhole, horseshoes, pickleball, racquetball, shuffleboard, tennis, and table tennis. Age categories start at 50 and increase at five year intervals.

Silver Arts categories are classified as Heritage (quilting, woodwork, crochet, basket weaving, jewelry, needlework, tole painting, weaving, knitting, pottery, stained glass, woodcarving, and woodturning), Visual (solo, small group, and large group), Performing, Literary (poem, short story, essay, and life experience), and Contemporary. Art pieces will be displayed online.