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, September 12, 2020
Manna Needs Volunteers
Sep 12 all-day
Manna Food Bank

If you’re able to volunteer, all of us at MANNA, as well as recipients of food boxes across WNC, would be incredibly grateful for your support. If you’re unable to volunteer, we would greatly appreciate you spreading the word and letting friends, family members and neighbors know of the need for food assistance that exists right now and how they can help by volunteering with us here at MANNA.
Those interested in volunteering can sign up for a shift on MANNA’s website. Volunteer shifts are Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
MANNA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Without Key Groups of Volunteers, MANNA is Straining to Meet the Food Needs for 100,000 People Each Month
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 12 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Helen on Wheels CANCELLED
Sep 12 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse
Helen on Wheels CANCELLED
Sep 12 @ 8:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse

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Sunday, September 13, 2020
Literacy Council of Buncombe County VOLUNTEERS needed!
Sep 13 all-day
Online

Equity underlies everything we do. We serve immigrants, low-wealth, and disadvantaged individuals of every age. We know that literacy is the primary determinant of health, employment, income levels, and constructive self-expression. In 2017, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that sixty percent of children nationwide are not reading proficiently. Without intervention children who do not read proficiently become adults with low literacy and the cycle continues. Our one-on-one and small group tutoring is free and based on students’ schedules, making it accessible to those who would otherwise be unable to afford or attend traditional classroom settings.

Our Ideal Volunteer Tutor

The ideal volunteer tutor is someone seeking to make a one-year commitment of two hours per week to help someone else make the change of a lifetime. For our volunteer tutors, an education background is helpful, but not necessary. The most important qualities are patience, an open mind, and resourcefulness. Tutors also need to be non-judgmental and sensitive to cultural differences. A GED or high school diploma is required. Ideal tutors enjoy seeing concrete outcomes from their efforts and sharing in the life-changing successes of others. See our full tutor position description here.

Manna Needs Volunteers
Sep 13 all-day
Manna Food Bank

If you’re able to volunteer, all of us at MANNA, as well as recipients of food boxes across WNC, would be incredibly grateful for your support. If you’re unable to volunteer, we would greatly appreciate you spreading the word and letting friends, family members and neighbors know of the need for food assistance that exists right now and how they can help by volunteering with us here at MANNA.
Those interested in volunteering can sign up for a shift on MANNA’s website. Volunteer shifts are Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
MANNA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Without Key Groups of Volunteers, MANNA is Straining to Meet the Food Needs for 100,000 People Each Month
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 13 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Monday, September 14, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 14 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 15 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Volunteers for the National Bicycle + Pedestrian Documentation Project
Sep 15 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Haywood Rd and Brevard Rd

Volunteers from the Asheville Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force, Asheville on Bikes, the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club, and more have worked with representatives of the City of Asheville for 10 years to find out how many people are walking and bicycling in various locations around the city. You can help!

This year, in coordination with the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project, we will count non-motorized users of our streets at a number of specific sites from 5-7 p.m. on one of the following dates:

*Tuesday, September 15th, OR

*Wednesday, September 16th, OR

*Thursday, September 17th.

There are also a few sites available from 7-9 a.m. on those days, and a few sites that are counted on Saturday, September 19th from 9-11 a.m. Volunteer hours are extremely valuable in this effort.  No special skills are required, but we will make sure you know how to do the count before we send you out there.  Sign up at Bike/Ped Site Registration or if you have questions, email [email protected].

If you are interested in what we have learned, you can see the 2019 report here.

Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 16 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Volunteers for the National Bicycle + Pedestrian Documentation Project
Sep 16 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Haywood Rd and Brevard Rd

Volunteers from the Asheville Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force, Asheville on Bikes, the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club, and more have worked with representatives of the City of Asheville for 10 years to find out how many people are walking and bicycling in various locations around the city. You can help!

This year, in coordination with the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project, we will count non-motorized users of our streets at a number of specific sites from 5-7 p.m. on one of the following dates:

*Tuesday, September 15th, OR

*Wednesday, September 16th, OR

*Thursday, September 17th.

There are also a few sites available from 7-9 a.m. on those days, and a few sites that are counted on Saturday, September 19th from 9-11 a.m. Volunteer hours are extremely valuable in this effort.  No special skills are required, but we will make sure you know how to do the count before we send you out there.  Sign up at Bike/Ped Site Registration or if you have questions, email [email protected].

If you are interested in what we have learned, you can see the 2019 report here.

Thursday, September 17, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 17 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Volunteers for the National Bicycle + Pedestrian Documentation Project
Sep 17 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Haywood Rd and Brevard Rd

Volunteers from the Asheville Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force, Asheville on Bikes, the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club, and more have worked with representatives of the City of Asheville for 10 years to find out how many people are walking and bicycling in various locations around the city. You can help!

This year, in coordination with the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project, we will count non-motorized users of our streets at a number of specific sites from 5-7 p.m. on one of the following dates:

*Tuesday, September 15th, OR

*Wednesday, September 16th, OR

*Thursday, September 17th.

There are also a few sites available from 7-9 a.m. on those days, and a few sites that are counted on Saturday, September 19th from 9-11 a.m. Volunteer hours are extremely valuable in this effort.  No special skills are required, but we will make sure you know how to do the count before we send you out there.  Sign up at Bike/Ped Site Registration or if you have questions, email [email protected].

If you are interested in what we have learned, you can see the 2019 report here.

Friday, September 18, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 18 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
ESOL Tutor Training with the Literacy Council
Sep 18 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Online

Our Ideal Volunteer Tutor

The ideal volunteer tutor is someone seeking to make a one-year commitment of two hours per week to help someone else make the change of a lifetime. For our volunteer tutors, an education background is helpful, but not necessary. The most important qualities are patience, an open mind, and resourcefulness. Tutors also need to be non-judgmental and sensitive to cultural differences. A GED or high school diploma is required. Ideal tutors enjoy seeing concrete outcomes from their efforts and sharing in the life-changing successes of others. See our full tutor position description here.

Saturday, September 19, 2020
Literacy Council of Buncombe County VOLUNTEERS needed!
Sep 19 all-day
Online

Equity underlies everything we do. We serve immigrants, low-wealth, and disadvantaged individuals of every age. We know that literacy is the primary determinant of health, employment, income levels, and constructive self-expression. In 2017, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that sixty percent of children nationwide are not reading proficiently. Without intervention children who do not read proficiently become adults with low literacy and the cycle continues. Our one-on-one and small group tutoring is free and based on students’ schedules, making it accessible to those who would otherwise be unable to afford or attend traditional classroom settings.

Our Ideal Volunteer Tutor

The ideal volunteer tutor is someone seeking to make a one-year commitment of two hours per week to help someone else make the change of a lifetime. For our volunteer tutors, an education background is helpful, but not necessary. The most important qualities are patience, an open mind, and resourcefulness. Tutors also need to be non-judgmental and sensitive to cultural differences. A GED or high school diploma is required. Ideal tutors enjoy seeing concrete outcomes from their efforts and sharing in the life-changing successes of others. See our full tutor position description here.

Manna Needs Volunteers
Sep 19 all-day
Manna Food Bank

If you’re able to volunteer, all of us at MANNA, as well as recipients of food boxes across WNC, would be incredibly grateful for your support. If you’re unable to volunteer, we would greatly appreciate you spreading the word and letting friends, family members and neighbors know of the need for food assistance that exists right now and how they can help by volunteering with us here at MANNA.
Those interested in volunteering can sign up for a shift on MANNA’s website. Volunteer shifts are Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
MANNA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Without Key Groups of Volunteers, MANNA is Straining to Meet the Food Needs for 100,000 People Each Month
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 19 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Guidon Brewing Comedy Night
Sep 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Guidon Brewing

SHOWTIME: 7:00 PM
DOORS: 6:00 PM
BAR OPENS: 4:00

Episode 7 of Marquee Comedy’s Guidon Brewery Comedy Series features 2 never before seen on any of our shows comedians and 2 returning favorites.

SCOOTER FOWLER
Hailing from Inman SC, Scooter’s comedy is a mixture of pure silliness and a little filth. He believes laughter is the best medicine and should be administered as often as possible. There’s truly no-one in the world like the human teddy bear, SCOOTER FOWLER!

GRACE HAUTH
Grace Hauth is a comedian based in Charlotte, NC. She is a regular host and performer at The Comedy Zone-Charlotte. She has opened for Joe Zimmerman, Gina Brillon, and other nationally touring headliners.

JOY WILLS
Joy Wills is originally from Memphis, TN and performs all over the Southeast. She has opened for Jeff Dye, Nick Colletti and several other nationally touring headliners. Underneath her deadpan exterior you will find a charismatic wit and little to no muscle mass.

JAMES BURKS
When you mix goat farming, glassblowing, video game addiction, traveling glass buttplug salesman, alcoholic parents and multiple head injuries into the cake batter of life, out comes a delicious abomination: James Burks

OUTSIDE PATIO SHOW
This is our 2nd outside show on the patio at Guidon Brewing Company. Our first show filled up quickly, yet safely. Our 2nd show is likely to do the same. So come early, bring your friends and enjoy an incredible night of regional comedy!

RATED R
All our shows are 18+.
We feature adult comics, talking about adult subjects
using adult language.
We invite you to come with an open mind and a desire to laugh!
If you are looking to be offended, we can arrange that, too. :-)

Marquee Comedy: Our Shows Are LIT!

Sunday, September 20, 2020
Literacy Council of Buncombe County VOLUNTEERS needed!
Sep 20 all-day
Online

Equity underlies everything we do. We serve immigrants, low-wealth, and disadvantaged individuals of every age. We know that literacy is the primary determinant of health, employment, income levels, and constructive self-expression. In 2017, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) found that sixty percent of children nationwide are not reading proficiently. Without intervention children who do not read proficiently become adults with low literacy and the cycle continues. Our one-on-one and small group tutoring is free and based on students’ schedules, making it accessible to those who would otherwise be unable to afford or attend traditional classroom settings.

Our Ideal Volunteer Tutor

The ideal volunteer tutor is someone seeking to make a one-year commitment of two hours per week to help someone else make the change of a lifetime. For our volunteer tutors, an education background is helpful, but not necessary. The most important qualities are patience, an open mind, and resourcefulness. Tutors also need to be non-judgmental and sensitive to cultural differences. A GED or high school diploma is required. Ideal tutors enjoy seeing concrete outcomes from their efforts and sharing in the life-changing successes of others. See our full tutor position description here.

Manna Needs Volunteers
Sep 20 all-day
Manna Food Bank

If you’re able to volunteer, all of us at MANNA, as well as recipients of food boxes across WNC, would be incredibly grateful for your support. If you’re unable to volunteer, we would greatly appreciate you spreading the word and letting friends, family members and neighbors know of the need for food assistance that exists right now and how they can help by volunteering with us here at MANNA.
Those interested in volunteering can sign up for a shift on MANNA’s website. Volunteer shifts are Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, and 1:00 – 3:00 PM.
MANNA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Without Key Groups of Volunteers, MANNA is Straining to Meet the Food Needs for 100,000 People Each Month
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 20 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Monday, September 21, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 21 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Volunteer at Estes Elementary School Community Garden
Sep 21 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Estes Elementary School

Volunteer at Estes Elementary School Community Garden and learn about Bountiful Cities, an outstanding organization devoted to sustainable urban agriculture and food sovereignty in Asheville!

Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 22 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Wednesday, September 23, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 23 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Rooftop Stand-Up Comedy Show @ Rabbit Rabbit
Sep 23 @ 7:30 pm
Rabbit Rabbit

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Rooftop Stand-Up Comedy Show

Brought to you by Slice of Life Comedy and The Disclaimer Stand-Up Lounge, featuring 10 of Asheville’s premier comics, hosted by Cody Hughes.

Rabbit Rabbit is an awesome place to safely social-distance. Home of the Asheville Taco truck and Rabbit themed specialty cocktails, this powerhouse of Asheville entertainment will now host THE place to laugh-while-you-cry about the apocalypse.

The comedy show is a ticketed event on Rabbit Rabbit’s outdoor rooftop, with very limited table seating. Come early and get sunset dinner and drinks!

Tables are extremely limited so get your tickets today!
Tickets are $10. Due to limited seating you must purchase 2 Top or 4 Top tables at a time.
Tickets are available at www.rabbitrabbitavl.com

Thursday, September 24, 2020
Volunteer for the Eliada Corn Maze
Sep 24 all-day
Eliada Homes
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer roles range from:
  • Maintaining our beautiful corn maze trails!
  • Hosting one of our many attractions including the jumping pillow or the slides!
  • Picking corn from the maze for our Corn Cannons!
  • Helping with Check-In and merchandise sales!
*If you have specific needs related to a physical disability be sure to let us know and we will be happy to accommodate you in your role assignment.
Volunteer Perks
  • Shifts are two or three hours long, and you’re free to sign up for multiple shifts!
  • You will receive a snack & refreshment after your shift!
  • FREE ticket to visit Maze on Thursdays!
Ghosted: Comedy Walking Tour w/ LaZoom
Sep 24 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
LaZoom Room

GHOSTED: COMEDY WALKING TOUR

COVID has postponed our bus tours, but it won’t stop us from laughing! Our brand new experience is an up tempo theatrical walking tour of haunted Asheville. You and 13 others will depart from the LaZoom Room and follow an undead guide through Asheville’s creepy streets in search of window into the past. Along the way, we’ll encounter real ghosts that will have you jumping out of your skin. Not really! Or really? Take the tour and find out!