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, June 14, 2018
Chihuly Glass, Craft & Garden Tour
Jun 14 all-day
Center for Craft
Chihuly Glass, Craft & Garden Tour @ Center for Craft | Asheville | North Carolina | United States

If you haven’t explored Asheville’s newest craft areas lately, now’s the time to enjoy the explosive creativity of our artists and galleries. Hosted by the Center for Craft, you can enjoy our Summer of Glass happenings as artists and galleries expand on the spectacular Chihuly in the Gardens at the Biltmore Estate. Adding an insider’s visit to our most creative studios and gardens, the Center for Craft Tour includes exclusive nighttime tickets for Chihuly at Biltmore, a private visit to the home & garden of John Cram, Asheville’s “Founding Father” of our crafts scene, and exclusive introductions to top artists and galleries.

The Center for Craft Tour takes place from Thursday afternoon, June 14 to Friday evening, June 15, with an optional add-on day of Saturday, June 16. Cost is $295 per person with $85 for the additional day’s tour. We invite you to come with your friends and family on this exclusive craft adventure limited to 20 guests. Please choose the 2-day (Thursday & Friday) ticket option or the 3-day (Thursday, Friday & Saturday) ticket option below.

The tour will only accommodate 20 persons, so we encourage your early response. Friends and family are welcome.

If you want to learn more or have questions, please contact Louise Sontheimer Glickman at [email protected] or 828-273-8783.

Tickets are non-refundable. The Center for Craft reserves the right to make changes in the tour if necessary.

Special thanks to our special friends who assisted with tour planning: John Bullard, Bev & John Church, Anne & King Milling, Sharon & Larry Schmidt, Ann & Dick Strub, Carolyn Waghorne, Chet Coles and Matt Tommey.

Day Out With Thomas™ at Tweetsie Railroad
Jun 14 all-day
Tweetsie Railroad

Toot! Toot! Experience Day Out With Thomas like never before at Tweetsie Railroad. Ride the train behind Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hat, play in Imagination Station, and enjoy storytelling and live music! PLUS have a full day at Tweetsie Railroad with amusement rides, deer park zoo, panning for gold, live entertainment and more!
This event takes place from June 8 to June 17, 2018. Tickets include one ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, Thomas & Friends themed activities and admission to the theme park. Free for children age 2 and under, $30 for children age 3-12, and $45 for adults age 13 and older.

Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 14 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

POOLS OPEN
Jun 14 @ 12:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Link: http://buncomberecreation.org

Cane Creek Pool
Erwin Pool
Hominy Valley Pool
North Buncombe Pool
Owen Pool
$3.00 per person
Multi Visit Passes available at each location

Friday, June 15, 2018
Chihuly Glass, Craft & Garden Tour
Jun 15 all-day
Center for Craft
Chihuly Glass, Craft & Garden Tour @ Center for Craft | Asheville | North Carolina | United States

If you haven’t explored Asheville’s newest craft areas lately, now’s the time to enjoy the explosive creativity of our artists and galleries. Hosted by the Center for Craft, you can enjoy our Summer of Glass happenings as artists and galleries expand on the spectacular Chihuly in the Gardens at the Biltmore Estate. Adding an insider’s visit to our most creative studios and gardens, the Center for Craft Tour includes exclusive nighttime tickets for Chihuly at Biltmore, a private visit to the home & garden of John Cram, Asheville’s “Founding Father” of our crafts scene, and exclusive introductions to top artists and galleries.

The Center for Craft Tour takes place from Thursday afternoon, June 14 to Friday evening, June 15, with an optional add-on day of Saturday, June 16. Cost is $295 per person with $85 for the additional day’s tour. We invite you to come with your friends and family on this exclusive craft adventure limited to 20 guests. Please choose the 2-day (Thursday & Friday) ticket option or the 3-day (Thursday, Friday & Saturday) ticket option below.

The tour will only accommodate 20 persons, so we encourage your early response. Friends and family are welcome.

If you want to learn more or have questions, please contact Louise Sontheimer Glickman at [email protected] or 828-273-8783.

Tickets are non-refundable. The Center for Craft reserves the right to make changes in the tour if necessary.

Special thanks to our special friends who assisted with tour planning: John Bullard, Bev & John Church, Anne & King Milling, Sharon & Larry Schmidt, Ann & Dick Strub, Carolyn Waghorne, Chet Coles and Matt Tommey.

Day Out With Thomas™ at Tweetsie Railroad
Jun 15 all-day
Tweetsie Railroad

Toot! Toot! Experience Day Out With Thomas like never before at Tweetsie Railroad. Ride the train behind Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hat, play in Imagination Station, and enjoy storytelling and live music! PLUS have a full day at Tweetsie Railroad with amusement rides, deer park zoo, panning for gold, live entertainment and more!
This event takes place from June 8 to June 17, 2018. Tickets include one ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, Thomas & Friends themed activities and admission to the theme park. Free for children age 2 and under, $30 for children age 3-12, and $45 for adults age 13 and older.

Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 15 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

POOLS OPEN
Jun 15 @ 12:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Link: http://buncomberecreation.org

Cane Creek Pool
Erwin Pool
Hominy Valley Pool
North Buncombe Pool
Owen Pool
$3.00 per person
Multi Visit Passes available at each location

Saturday, June 16, 2018
Chihuly Glass, Craft & Garden Tour
Jun 16 all-day
Center for Craft
Chihuly Glass, Craft & Garden Tour @ Center for Craft | Asheville | North Carolina | United States

If you haven’t explored Asheville’s newest craft areas lately, now’s the time to enjoy the explosive creativity of our artists and galleries. Hosted by the Center for Craft, you can enjoy our Summer of Glass happenings as artists and galleries expand on the spectacular Chihuly in the Gardens at the Biltmore Estate. Adding an insider’s visit to our most creative studios and gardens, the Center for Craft Tour includes exclusive nighttime tickets for Chihuly at Biltmore, a private visit to the home & garden of John Cram, Asheville’s “Founding Father” of our crafts scene, and exclusive introductions to top artists and galleries.

The Center for Craft Tour takes place from Thursday afternoon, June 14 to Friday evening, June 15, with an optional add-on day of Saturday, June 16. Cost is $295 per person with $85 for the additional day’s tour. We invite you to come with your friends and family on this exclusive craft adventure limited to 20 guests. Please choose the 2-day (Thursday & Friday) ticket option or the 3-day (Thursday, Friday & Saturday) ticket option below.

The tour will only accommodate 20 persons, so we encourage your early response. Friends and family are welcome.

If you want to learn more or have questions, please contact Louise Sontheimer Glickman at [email protected] or 828-273-8783.

Tickets are non-refundable. The Center for Craft reserves the right to make changes in the tour if necessary.

Special thanks to our special friends who assisted with tour planning: John Bullard, Bev & John Church, Anne & King Milling, Sharon & Larry Schmidt, Ann & Dick Strub, Carolyn Waghorne, Chet Coles and Matt Tommey.

Day Out With Thomas™ at Tweetsie Railroad
Jun 16 all-day
Tweetsie Railroad

Toot! Toot! Experience Day Out With Thomas like never before at Tweetsie Railroad. Ride the train behind Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hat, play in Imagination Station, and enjoy storytelling and live music! PLUS have a full day at Tweetsie Railroad with amusement rides, deer park zoo, panning for gold, live entertainment and more!
This event takes place from June 8 to June 17, 2018. Tickets include one ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, Thomas & Friends themed activities and admission to the theme park. Free for children age 2 and under, $30 for children age 3-12, and $45 for adults age 13 and older.

Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 16 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

POOLS OPEN
Jun 16 @ 11:00 am – 6:45 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Link: http://buncomberecreation.org

Cane Creek Pool
Erwin Pool
Hominy Valley Pool
North Buncombe Pool
Owen Pool
$3.00 per person
Multi visit passes available at each location

Harvest Moon Folk Society Contra Dance At River Falls Lodge
Jun 16 @ 7:30 pm
River Falls Lodge

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, June 17, 2018
Day Out With Thomas™ at Tweetsie Railroad
Jun 17 all-day
Tweetsie Railroad

Toot! Toot! Experience Day Out With Thomas like never before at Tweetsie Railroad. Ride the train behind Thomas the Tank Engine, meet Sir Topham Hat, play in Imagination Station, and enjoy storytelling and live music! PLUS have a full day at Tweetsie Railroad with amusement rides, deer park zoo, panning for gold, live entertainment and more!
This event takes place from June 8 to June 17, 2018. Tickets include one ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, Thomas & Friends themed activities and admission to the theme park. Free for children age 2 and under, $30 for children age 3-12, and $45 for adults age 13 and older.

Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 17 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

POOLS OPEN
Jun 17 @ 1:00 pm – 6:45 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Link: http://buncomberecreation.org

Cane Creek Pool
Erwin Pool
Hominy Valley Pool
North Buncombe Pool
Owen Pool
$3.00 per person
Multi Visit Passes Available at each Pool Location

Monday, June 18, 2018
Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 18 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

POOLS OPEN
Jun 18 @ 12:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Link: http://buncomberecreation.org

Cane Creek Pool
Erwin Pool
Hominy Valley Pool
North Buncombe Pool
Owen Pool
$3.00 per person
Multi Visit Passes available at each location

Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 19 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

POOLS OPEN
Jun 19 @ 12:00 pm – 5:45 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Link: http://buncomberecreation.org

Cane Creek Pool
Erwin Pool
Hominy Valley Pool
North Buncombe Pool
Owen Pool
$3.00 per person
Multi Visit Passes available at each location

Leicester Comm. Ctr. Manna Food Bank Distribution
Jun 19 @ 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 774-3000
Link: http://www.leicestercommunitycenter.com

Manna Food Distribution every third Tuesday at 2:30pm

Adult Sand Volleyball – Lake Julian Park
Jun 19 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Lake Julian Park

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Event Location: Lake Julian Park – 406 Overlook Extension Arden, NC

Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 20 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

Leicester Comm. Ctr. Welcome Table FREE Meal
Jun 20 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 774-3000
Link: http://www.leicestercommunitycenter.com

Welcome Table Free Meal every Wednesday 11:30am-1:30pm

The Guardians Movie benefiting Bee City USA Asheville
Jun 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Grail Moviehouse
The Guardians Movie benefiting Bee City USA Asheville @ The Grail Moviehouse |  |  |

Join GreenWorks and The Grailhouse for an exciting new documentary film called The Guardians, which monarch ecologist Dr. Lincoln Brower calls “an eye-opener for conservation advocates.” Mexican poet and conservationist Homero Aridjis describes it as “a moving and compelling portrayal that brings home the confrontation between those who want to preserve the monarch butterfly forest and those who would destroy it for short-term gains.” A portion of ticket sales benefit Bee City USA Asheville.

Thursday, June 21, 2018
Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 21 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

Leicester Comm. Ctr. History Gathering
Jun 21 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 774-3000
Link: http://www.leicestercommunitycenter.com

Leicester History Gathering, meets every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7pm.  Different local history topic discussed each month.

Friday, June 22, 2018
Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 22 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.

Saturday, June 23, 2018
Dragon Boat Races – Lake Julian Park
Jun 23 all-day
Lake Julian Park

Email: [email protected]
Phone: (828) 250-4260
Event Location: Lake Julian Park – 406 Overlook Extension Arden, NC

Falling- Solo Exhibition by Michael Francis Reagan
Jun 23 all-day

Event Type: Local Event
Event Category: Art & Culture
Contact: Grovewood Village
Contact Phone: (828) 253-7651
Link: https://www.grovewood.com/

Falling, a solo exhibition of contemporary paintings by Michael Francis Reagan, opens at Grovewood Gallery on Saturday, June 9, with an artist’s reception from 2-5pm (free and open to the public). This show will feature acrylic paintings on canvas from Reagan’s popular Falling Series, inspired by a haunting memory of a childhood encounter with a mourning dove that had fallen from the sky. This exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Reagan received a degree in art and American literature and an MFA in painting from the University of Arkansas. Aside from his paintings, Reagan has established himself as one of American’s leading mapmakers. As a freelance illustrator, he has been employed by major publications such as National Geographic, The New Yorker, Smithsonian magazine, Travel and Leisure, and The New York Times. Reagan’s bird paintings and environmental maps continue to be commissioned by Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, The National Parks of America, and other conservation organizations.