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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Wednesday, July 15, 2020
July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 15 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Library Computer Appointments Available
Jul 15 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Buncombe County Libraries
The Perfect Turkey

Buncombe County Public Libraries will begin offering appointments for computer use on July 1. Forty-five minute appointments are available 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays at all library locations except the Oakley/South Asheville branch.

Used and Clearance Kayaks Sales Event
Jul 15 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Waterways North Carolina

Image may contain: one or more people, people standing and outdoor, text that says 'WATERWAYS WEST ASHEVILLE MOKEN2.5 SUMMER 2020 DEMO & USED KAYAK SALES EVENT! Ainnhra'

We’ve got a variety of kayaks on sales from high end fishing kayaks to fun in the sun recreational models – no matter the budget, we’ve got something for you!

Here are just a few samples of kayaks we have but hurry in, this list changes daily and supplies are limited!

• Seastream Angler
• Seastream Backwater
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 108
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 120
• Feelfree Lure 13.5 v1
• Feelfree Dorado
• Aventura 140
• And much more!

All demo, used and clearance kayak sales available in person at our shop in Asheville, North Carolina:

We are open on a limited basis Tuesday – Saturday 12pm-5pm. We are doing everything we can to keep our employees safe due the COVID-19 situation so are following county, state and city guidelines. Prefer to shop curbside? We do that too! Just let us know when you want to stop by.

*All sales final. No warranty services and returns available on these kayaks. First come first serve basis, supplies, options and colors are limited.

Thursday, July 16, 2020
Introducing Bookfix: Custom Reading Recommendations
Jul 16 all-day
Buncombe County Libraries curbside pickup

Photo of typewriter

 

 

Miss browsing the library’s shelves? Let us help with Bookfix. Call or email your local library to have a librarian put together a bundle of books tailored to your specific interests. You can pick up your personal Bookfix bundle at our curbside hold pickup service. Our Ask a Librarian line is available Monday-Saturday at (828) 250-4700 or you can email [email protected].

Falconry at the Biltmore Estate
Jul 16 @ 9:00 am
Biltmore Estate

Falconry

Discover the ancient art of falconry on Biltmore’s historic grounds. Learn how to handle a trained hawk or falcon, then experience the inimitable thrill of a raptor flying to and landing upon your gloved hand. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with one of these majestic birds of prey.

Two-guest minimum, Four-guest maximum

*Price is in addition to estate admission and subject to change. Must be 8 years of age or older to participate. Guests under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.
Passholders and guests of The Inn and Village Hotel receive a 10% discount.

Cost$125 per person plus tax
July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Falconry at the Biltmore Estate
Jul 16 @ 12:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Falconry

Discover the ancient art of falconry on Biltmore’s historic grounds. Learn how to handle a trained hawk or falcon, then experience the inimitable thrill of a raptor flying to and landing upon your gloved hand. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with one of these majestic birds of prey.

Two-guest minimum, Four-guest maximum

*Price is in addition to estate admission and subject to change. Must be 8 years of age or older to participate. Guests under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.
Passholders and guests of The Inn and Village Hotel receive a 10% discount.

Cost$125 per person plus tax
Used and Clearance Kayaks Sales Event
Jul 16 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Waterways North Carolina

Image may contain: one or more people, people standing and outdoor, text that says 'WATERWAYS WEST ASHEVILLE MOKEN2.5 SUMMER 2020 DEMO & USED KAYAK SALES EVENT! Ainnhra'

We’ve got a variety of kayaks on sales from high end fishing kayaks to fun in the sun recreational models – no matter the budget, we’ve got something for you!

Here are just a few samples of kayaks we have but hurry in, this list changes daily and supplies are limited!

• Seastream Angler
• Seastream Backwater
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 108
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 120
• Feelfree Lure 13.5 v1
• Feelfree Dorado
• Aventura 140
• And much more!

All demo, used and clearance kayak sales available in person at our shop in Asheville, North Carolina:

We are open on a limited basis Tuesday – Saturday 12pm-5pm. We are doing everything we can to keep our employees safe due the COVID-19 situation so are following county, state and city guidelines. Prefer to shop curbside? We do that too! Just let us know when you want to stop by.

*All sales final. No warranty services and returns available on these kayaks. First come first serve basis, supplies, options and colors are limited.

Additional Library Curbside Service
Jul 16 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fairview, Leicester, and Oakley/South Asheville branches

 

Buncombe County Public Libraries will be opening three additional locations for curbside pickup service, the Fairview, Leicester, and Oakley/South Asheville branches. These locations will operate from 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, in addition to our current curbside pickup service locations at the Black Mountain, North Asheville, South Buncombe, and West Asheville locations. For more information about library curbside pickup service or to place an item on hold for pickup, please call your local library or the Ask-A-Librarian line (828-250-4700) or visit buncombecounty.org/library. We hope to see you soon!

Falconry at the Biltmore Estate
Jul 16 @ 2:30 pm
Biltmore Estate

Falconry

Discover the ancient art of falconry on Biltmore’s historic grounds. Learn how to handle a trained hawk or falcon, then experience the inimitable thrill of a raptor flying to and landing upon your gloved hand. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with one of these majestic birds of prey.

Two-guest minimum, Four-guest maximum

*Price is in addition to estate admission and subject to change. Must be 8 years of age or older to participate. Guests under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.
Passholders and guests of The Inn and Village Hotel receive a 10% discount.

Cost$125 per person plus tax
Friday, July 17, 2020
Anti-Racisim: Resources Literacy Council
Jul 17 all-day
Online

Recognizing and understanding racism, and actively unlearning the everyday, built-in mechanisms of systemic racism is an ongoing effort that must be made by every single one of us. It can be difficult to navigate issues, origins, and solutions surrounding systemic racism, especially with so many different angles portrayed by the media.
There are countless truthful resources to help us find our way to social justice and equity. Here are just a few educational resources and ways to help our Black communities:
Educational reading:
The above photo has an excellent list of books!
Community:
Media:
Follow Black activists and voices on social media! Please reach out to us if you’d like suggestions on whom to follow.
Introducing Bookfix: Custom Reading Recommendations
Jul 17 all-day
Buncombe County Libraries curbside pickup

Photo of typewriter

 

 

Miss browsing the library’s shelves? Let us help with Bookfix. Call or email your local library to have a librarian put together a bundle of books tailored to your specific interests. You can pick up your personal Bookfix bundle at our curbside hold pickup service. Our Ask a Librarian line is available Monday-Saturday at (828) 250-4700 or you can email [email protected].

July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 17 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Library Computer Appointments Available
Jul 17 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Buncombe County Libraries
The Perfect Turkey

Buncombe County Public Libraries will begin offering appointments for computer use on July 1. Forty-five minute appointments are available 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays at all library locations except the Oakley/South Asheville branch.

Used and Clearance Kayaks Sales Event
Jul 17 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Waterways North Carolina

Image may contain: one or more people, people standing and outdoor, text that says 'WATERWAYS WEST ASHEVILLE MOKEN2.5 SUMMER 2020 DEMO & USED KAYAK SALES EVENT! Ainnhra'

We’ve got a variety of kayaks on sales from high end fishing kayaks to fun in the sun recreational models – no matter the budget, we’ve got something for you!

Here are just a few samples of kayaks we have but hurry in, this list changes daily and supplies are limited!

• Seastream Angler
• Seastream Backwater
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 108
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 120
• Feelfree Lure 13.5 v1
• Feelfree Dorado
• Aventura 140
• And much more!

All demo, used and clearance kayak sales available in person at our shop in Asheville, North Carolina:

We are open on a limited basis Tuesday – Saturday 12pm-5pm. We are doing everything we can to keep our employees safe due the COVID-19 situation so are following county, state and city guidelines. Prefer to shop curbside? We do that too! Just let us know when you want to stop by.

*All sales final. No warranty services and returns available on these kayaks. First come first serve basis, supplies, options and colors are limited.

Saturday, July 18, 2020
Anti-Racisim: Resources Literacy Council
Jul 18 all-day
Online

Recognizing and understanding racism, and actively unlearning the everyday, built-in mechanisms of systemic racism is an ongoing effort that must be made by every single one of us. It can be difficult to navigate issues, origins, and solutions surrounding systemic racism, especially with so many different angles portrayed by the media.
There are countless truthful resources to help us find our way to social justice and equity. Here are just a few educational resources and ways to help our Black communities:
Educational reading:
The above photo has an excellent list of books!
Community:
Media:
Follow Black activists and voices on social media! Please reach out to us if you’d like suggestions on whom to follow.
Falconry at the Biltmore Estate
Jul 18 @ 9:00 am
Biltmore Estate

Falconry

Discover the ancient art of falconry on Biltmore’s historic grounds. Learn how to handle a trained hawk or falcon, then experience the inimitable thrill of a raptor flying to and landing upon your gloved hand. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with one of these majestic birds of prey.

Two-guest minimum, Four-guest maximum

*Price is in addition to estate admission and subject to change. Must be 8 years of age or older to participate. Guests under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.
Passholders and guests of The Inn and Village Hotel receive a 10% discount.

Cost$125 per person plus tax
Rigs and Coffee
Jul 18 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Mills River Brewing Co.

We were thrilled to have Mills River Brewing Co as our home base for Rigs & Coffee in Asheville, North Carolina.
Rigs & Coffee is a reoccurring “Meetup” every 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am – 11am. It’s open to ALL Rigs! ALL makes, ALL models, ALL styles.
Just good people, hanging out with good company, enjoying a good conversation. Share ideas, experiences and show off your Rig! Maybe you might learn something new too. Who knows!

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July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 18 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Free Mixed Level Pilates Mat Class Online
Jul 18 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Online

Join Alexis from Cisco Pilates Asheville for free online Pilates mat classes! The class is beginner friendly. To sign up for the class, visit https://ciscopilates.as.me/free-pilates-mat-class Pilates is for every BODY…no matter your age, gender, or physical ability, give it a try in the comfort of your own home. These classes are offered to the public free of charge thanks to the support of the Friends of the Library

Falconry at the Biltmore Estate
Jul 18 @ 12:00 pm
Biltmore Estate

Falconry

Discover the ancient art of falconry on Biltmore’s historic grounds. Learn how to handle a trained hawk or falcon, then experience the inimitable thrill of a raptor flying to and landing upon your gloved hand. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with one of these majestic birds of prey.

Two-guest minimum, Four-guest maximum

*Price is in addition to estate admission and subject to change. Must be 8 years of age or older to participate. Guests under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.
Passholders and guests of The Inn and Village Hotel receive a 10% discount.

Cost$125 per person plus tax
Used and Clearance Kayaks Sales Event
Jul 18 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Waterways North Carolina

Image may contain: one or more people, people standing and outdoor, text that says 'WATERWAYS WEST ASHEVILLE MOKEN2.5 SUMMER 2020 DEMO & USED KAYAK SALES EVENT! Ainnhra'

We’ve got a variety of kayaks on sales from high end fishing kayaks to fun in the sun recreational models – no matter the budget, we’ve got something for you!

Here are just a few samples of kayaks we have but hurry in, this list changes daily and supplies are limited!

• Seastream Angler
• Seastream Backwater
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 108
• 3 Waters Kayaks Big Fish 120
• Feelfree Lure 13.5 v1
• Feelfree Dorado
• Aventura 140
• And much more!

All demo, used and clearance kayak sales available in person at our shop in Asheville, North Carolina:

We are open on a limited basis Tuesday – Saturday 12pm-5pm. We are doing everything we can to keep our employees safe due the COVID-19 situation so are following county, state and city guidelines. Prefer to shop curbside? We do that too! Just let us know when you want to stop by.

*All sales final. No warranty services and returns available on these kayaks. First come first serve basis, supplies, options and colors are limited.

Additional Library Curbside Service
Jul 18 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fairview, Leicester, and Oakley/South Asheville branches

 

Buncombe County Public Libraries will be opening three additional locations for curbside pickup service, the Fairview, Leicester, and Oakley/South Asheville branches. These locations will operate from 1-5 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, in addition to our current curbside pickup service locations at the Black Mountain, North Asheville, South Buncombe, and West Asheville locations. For more information about library curbside pickup service or to place an item on hold for pickup, please call your local library or the Ask-A-Librarian line (828-250-4700) or visit buncombecounty.org/library. We hope to see you soon!

Falconry at the Biltmore Estate
Jul 18 @ 2:30 pm
Biltmore Estate

Falconry

Discover the ancient art of falconry on Biltmore’s historic grounds. Learn how to handle a trained hawk or falcon, then experience the inimitable thrill of a raptor flying to and landing upon your gloved hand. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to interact with one of these majestic birds of prey.

Two-guest minimum, Four-guest maximum

*Price is in addition to estate admission and subject to change. Must be 8 years of age or older to participate. Guests under 17 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Guests encouraged to dress for the weather and wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes.
Passholders and guests of The Inn and Village Hotel receive a 10% discount.

Cost$125 per person plus tax
Sunday, July 19, 2020
Anti-Racisim: Resources Literacy Council
Jul 19 all-day
Online

Recognizing and understanding racism, and actively unlearning the everyday, built-in mechanisms of systemic racism is an ongoing effort that must be made by every single one of us. It can be difficult to navigate issues, origins, and solutions surrounding systemic racism, especially with so many different angles portrayed by the media.
There are countless truthful resources to help us find our way to social justice and equity. Here are just a few educational resources and ways to help our Black communities:
Educational reading:
The above photo has an excellent list of books!
Community:
Media:
Follow Black activists and voices on social media! Please reach out to us if you’d like suggestions on whom to follow.
Asheville Triathlon
Jul 19 @ 7:45 am
Asheville Rec Park

iDaph Events is excited to once again bring this popular fast & fun sprint triathlon to Asheville, NC! The race consists of a beautiful outdoor pool swim in a 50 meter pool, rolling bike course and a flat and fast run course which is super event for every level of triathlete, from novice to elites. Novice + Beginner tri-athletes love this race! The pool swim is great for new swimmers & the run is a flat, ‘easy’ course to navigate. Elite athletes – get ready for a PR! This race is fast and is a huge hit among local elites.

July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 19 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Monday, July 20, 2020
Introducing Bookfix: Custom Reading Recommendations
Jul 20 all-day
Buncombe County Libraries curbside pickup

Photo of typewriter

 

 

Miss browsing the library’s shelves? Let us help with Bookfix. Call or email your local library to have a librarian put together a bundle of books tailored to your specific interests. You can pick up your personal Bookfix bundle at our curbside hold pickup service. Our Ask a Librarian line is available Monday-Saturday at (828) 250-4700 or you can email [email protected].

July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 20 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support
Tuesday, July 21, 2020
July is Customer Appreciation Month Jus’ Running
Jul 21 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Jus' Running
July is Customer Appreciation Month
20% OFF ALL Apparel
Free Jus’ Running Tote Bag With $100 Purchase
Thank You For Your Continued Support